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The Golgi tendon prevents muscles from overstretching by partially flexing the opposing (antagonist) muscle. However, after about 30 seconds of a stretch, it releases the antagonistic muscle and allows you to stretch further. That is why its suggested to do most stretches for at least 30 seconds.
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How to tear mcl?
You may tear your Medical Collateral Ligament (MCL) by overstretching your muscles.
What is differwnce between strain and sprain?
A sprain refers to the overstretching of ligaments. A strain reders to the overstretching of muscles.
A muscle injury resulting from overuse or overstretching?
Strains are common muscle injuries caused by overuse or overstretching.
Name three benefits of good flexability?
Keeps muscles,tendons and ligaments healthy preventing stiffness in muscles. Allows full range of motion for joints, which allows better sporting performance and everyday movements. Reduces the likelyhood for injury from overstretching.
If you have to drive on a long trip wearing your seatbelt prevents your what from tiring quickly?
Muscles
Is stretching in the cold important?
Yes it loosens up muscles and prevents them from tearing. Cold, stiff muscles tear much easier.
What prevents friction between the lungs and the ribs when breathing?
the flesh and padding muscles in between each
What part of the hind brain prevents the brain from overstimulating?
You can exercise your brain the same as you exercise your muscles.
What part of the body prevents movement?
Muscles flex and tense, so they can move or prevent movement.
Linear tears in the dermis due to overstretching from rapid growth are?
stretch marks
Why do you warm up prior to exercise but especially middle distance event?
It loosens the muscles and prevents pulled muscles. Also stretching regularly is also good for blood flow.
What is the medical term meaning overstretching or tearing of the connective tissue of a joint?
The medical term for overstretching or tearing of the connective tissue of a joint is "sprain."
