What are two common types of stretching?

The correct answer highlights static and dynamic stretching as two common types of stretching used in fitness and athletic training contexts.

Static stretching involves holding a muscle in a stretched position for a period of time, usually around 15 to 60 seconds. This type is often used after a workout to help improve flexibility and promote muscle recovery. It allows the muscle fibers to lengthen and can help prevent stiffness by increasing blood flow to the area.

On the other hand, dynamic stretching consists of moving parts of your body through their full range of motion in a controlled manner. This type is typically performed during warm-ups to prepare the muscles for the demands of exercise. Dynamic stretches can mimic the movements of the activity that follows, thus actively engaging the muscles and increasing their temperature, which helps improve performance and decrease the risk of injury.

The other options, while related to stretching, do not effectively categorize the common methods used in flexibility training as distinctly as static and dynamic stretching do. For instance, warm-up and cool-down stretching refer to the timing of stretching rather than its type, while high-impact and low-impact stretching is an inaccurate categorization as stretching isn't typically classified in such a manner. Partner and solo stretching specify the involvement of another person but again miss the fundamental distinction between