Recovery & Mobility
Dynamic Before You Lift, Static or PNF After: Choosing the Right Stretch for the Right Goal
Advanced lifters should use dynamic stretching before workouts to boost performance without sacrificing strength, and reserve static or PNF stretching for post-workout or flexibility sessions to build long-term range of motion. Ballistic stretching is generally not recommended due to its elevated injury risk.
Hana Kim·October 31, 2026