In linguistics, a unit of speech. In phonetic terms, a stretch of spoken language that is preceded by silence and followed by silence or a change of speaker. (Phonemes, morphemes, and words are all considered segments of the stream of speech sounds that constitute an utterance.).
The routine below is a basic static stretching routine designed to complete on an exercise mat at the end of your workout. It takes 5-10 minutes max and you can get all the preceding benefits.
The proper way to perform an isometric stretch is as follows: 1  Assume the position of a passive stretch for the desired muscle. 2  Next, tense the stretched muscle for 7-15 seconds (resisting against some force that will not move, like the floor or a partner). 3  Finally, relax the muscle for at least 20 seconds.