Which of the following is characteristic of what not to do when stretching muscles?

Question

A.
Bounce during stretch

B.
Hold breath between stretches

C.
Hold breath during stretch

D.
Warm up before stretching

Answer 1

A characteristic of what not to do when stretching muscles is:

A. Bounce during stretch

Bouncing while stretching can lead to injury and is generally not recommended. It is better to perform stretches in a controlled, steady manner. Holding your breath and not warming up may also be discouraged, but bouncing is the most recognizable negative action in the context of stretching.