Update your understanding of stretching with the newest research!
Duration: 3.5 hours | Yoga Alliance CE credit: 3.5 hours
Stretching is foundational to what we do in yoga, yet many myths and misconceptions still surround it. Stretching Science 101 (2.0) is a research-based, 3.5-hour course designed to deepen your understanding of how stretching really works, and what effects it has on our muscles, tendons, fascia, and overall movement.
This course explores:
✔ The biomechanics of stretching and how it influences range of motion
✔ The various types of stretching and which is best for ROM
✔ Considerations for stretching and safety / injury prevention
✔ Whether passive stretching strengthens tendons, fascia, or muscle
✔ Myths and facts about hypermobility and stretching
✔ The latest research on pre-activity stretching and performance
✔ Practical insights for yoga, movement, and strength training
✔ …And so much more!
Whether you're a yoga teacher, movement professional, or curious student, this course will provide science-backed knowledge to refine your approach to stretching. Upon completion, you'll earn 3.5 Continuing Education hours with Yoga Alliance.
➡️ Dive in now to get evidence-based clarity on stretching!
These course videos are available to JRY members only.
If you’re not a member yet, sign up for access here!
To earn your certificate of completion and 3.5 CE hours with Yoga Alliance, feel free to take the optional quiz located at the bottom of the page. ⬇️
