Proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation (PNF) is a form of assisted stretching. It combines passive stretching with muscle contraction. First, your partner applies force to stretch your muscle ...

What lies behind “Assisted Stretching,” what it promises, and what it actually delivers–yoga instructor Nina Ponath wanted to ...

If you already have a regular stretching practice, you may want to learn more about different types of stretching, the benefits of each, and sample stretches. Passive stretching is a type of ...

But what about assisted stretching? Is it wise to bring another person into what’s typically a solo endeavor? We asked the experts to explain whether assisted stretching is worthwhile. Here’s your ...