ORLANDO, Florida — Myofascial release, a type of massage, improves range of motion to the same extent as static stretching in the short term, a new study shows. And in a separate study, contract–relax ...

Proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation (PNF) stretching relies on reflexes to produce deeper stretches that increase flexibility. These techniques can help improve mobility and injury recovery.

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Boost flexibility and range of motion fast with PNF stretching! Try these contract-relax cycles for better results. A couple renovated their kitchen—and stumbled upon buried treasure from the 17th ...

Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation, otherwise known as PNF stretching, is an advanced form of flexibility training. What makes it unique is that it involves both the stretching and contracting ...