I do several stretches pointed out as no-nos in that article. I have a little routine that I always do, much of which I borrowed from Janet Evans' book. But after reading that I'm thinking I might just quit stretching altogether.
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I read the article and saw stretches I've also done in the past.
In MHO, it isn't the particular stretch that is bad, it's the individual (or coach) that takes it to an extreme that makes it bad, as in hyperextension, or pushing the stretch until it hurts.
I never encourage anyone to stretch beyond the point where they feel the initial "pull-back" that naturally occurs. I think that is why the new suggestion is not to use inanimate objects that allow you to push past this point of resistance (like a wall or bar).
I do think some form of stretch to warm up, coupled with a good warm up set in the water, is still a good idea for Masters swimmers. Especially those who do not swim every day.
I read the article and saw stretches I've also done in the past.
In MHO, it isn't the particular stretch that is bad, it's the individual (or coach) that takes it to an extreme that makes it bad, as in hyperextension, or pushing the stretch until it hurts.
I never encourage anyone to stretch beyond the point where they feel the initial "pull-back" that naturally occurs. I think that is why the new suggestion is not to use inanimate objects that allow you to push past this point of resistance (like a wall or bar).
I do think some form of stretch to warm up, coupled with a good warm up set in the water, is still a good idea for Masters swimmers. Especially those who do not swim every day.
