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===== Passive Stretching  =====

Also: static-passive stretching; assisted relaxed stretching

A general term used to describe a [[concept:static stretching|static stretch]] in which an external force (such as the floor or another person) holds the performer in the static position. Compare to [[active stretching]].

Or,

The practice of having a relaxed limb moved beyond its normal range of motion with the assistance of a partner. 

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Definition based on the [[https://www.contortionhomepage.com/gloss1.html|Contortion Glossary]] by Greg Ullman and Tige Young