Decades ago, static stretching was claimed to be an effective way to help reduce injury risks in athletes. But as times change, so does our understanding of what static stretching does and DOES NOT do for our athletes.

So is stretching the golden ticket to keeping female athletes healthy??

Quick Answer: NO.

In fact, in some scenarios static stretching could cause more harm than good.

Keep reading to find out what the current research tells us about static stretching for our female athletes.

For a female athlete trying to improve her performance in her sport, strength training is a must

But what should the female athlete do when season ramps up and time is limited.

In short, the female athlete MUST prioritize what helps her perform at her highest levels while staying off the sideline.

Read more to learn why strength training during the season is a MUST for the female athlete.