Stretch Timer
This tool helps you follow each stretch in your routine for a set duration.
Static stretches are generally recommended to be held for 20-45 seconds; adjust the duration and repeat count to your own routine.
How Do I Use the Stretch Timer?
The stretch timer is a simple tool that helps you time each movement in your stretching routine for a duration you set in advance. Sports-science literature generally recommends holding static stretches for 20-45 seconds; shorter durations may be insufficient for flexibility gains, while excessively long holds can, in some cases, temporarily reduce performance. Just set your stretch duration and how many different stretches you'll perform, then hit Start — the timer sounds an audio cue at the end of each stretch to prompt you to move to the next one. As a general guideline, dynamic stretches are best suited before training and static stretches after training.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long should I hold each stretch?
Static stretches are commonly held for 20-45 seconds; for a personalized duration and routine, a physiotherapy assessment can help.
You may also find our Manual Therapy service useful.
You may want to use this alongside our Interval (Tabata) Training Timer.
This tool is for general information and awareness only; it does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis or treatment recommendations. Results may deviate from true values due to measurement error and the general assumptions built into the underlying formula.
These tools offer a general idea; for an assessment specific to your situation, feel free to contact us.