Multiple Potential Benefits and Outcomes Are Speculated to Result from Stretching

Multiple Choice

Multiple potential benefits and outcomes are speculated to result from stretching programs.Which of the following is strongly supported by evidence and research?

A) Reduction in the risk of soft tissue injury by participating in a stretching warm-up routine
B) Improved flexibility and increased ROM by restoring extensibility of the muscle-tendon unit with specific stretching techniques
C) Reduction in muscle soreness after rigorous exercise by participating in a warm-up and cool-down stretching routine
D) Enhanced physical performance (strength and endurance) in athletics when participating in pre-event (acute) stretching