What Is Passive Stretching?

When you use an outside force like a partner, towel or fitness strap to help help with stretching, you’re doing a passive stretch. An expert explains how to do passive stretching and how just about anyone can do them.

woman on stomach with arms behind her being held by partner to assist her in passive stretching of arms and back.
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