Question

A technique in which the muscles are stretched by an outside force is called _____.

Answer 1

Answer;

Passive stretching

A technique in which the muscles are stretched by an outside force is called  passive stretching.

Explanation;

There are several type of stretching which includes;

• Active stretching is a technique in which muscles are stretched by the contraction of the opposing muscles.
• Ballistic Stretching is a technique in which muscles are stretched by the force generated as a body part is repeatedly bounced, or swung.
• Dynamic Stretching is a technique in which muscles are stretched by moving joints slowly and fluidly through their range of motion in a controlled manner; also called functional stretching.
• Static stretching is a technique in which a muscle is slowly and gently stretched and then held in the stretched position.

Answer 2

A technique in which the muscles are stretched by an outside force is called passive stretching.