Pengaruh Static Stretching terhadap Peningkatan Fleksibilitas Muscle Hamstring pada Mahasiswa yang Mengalami Tightness di Stikes Kesdam IV/Diponegoro Semarang
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https://doi.org/10.59024/jikas.v4i4.2398Keywords:
Flexibility, Hamstring Muscle, Hamstring Tightness, Static Stretching, University StudentsAbstract
Hamstring tightness is a condition characterized by shortening of the hamstring muscles, which can reduce flexibility and joint range of motion, potentially impairing functional performance. Prolonged sitting habits among university students are considered one of the factors that increase the risk of developing this condition. This study aimed to determine the effect of static stretching exercises on improving hamstring muscle flexibility in students with hamstring tightness at STIKES Kesdam IV/Diponegoro Semarang. This study employed a pre-experimental design with a one-group pre-test and post-test approach. A total of 34 respondents were selected using a purposive sampling technique based on the inclusion and exclusion criteria. Hamstring muscle flexibility was measured using the Active Knee Extension (AKE) test before and after the intervention. The static stretching exercise program was conducted for four weeks, twice per week. The results showed that the mean hamstring flexibility of the right leg increased from 143.53° to 152.34°, while the left leg increased from 146.09° to 154.53°. The Wilcoxon signed-rank test demonstrated a statistically significant improvement in hamstring flexibility after the intervention (p = 0.000; p < 0.05). In conclusion, static stretching is effective in improving hamstring muscle flexibility among students with hamstring tightness and may be considered a simple exercise to maintain muscle flexibility and help prevent functional limitations associated with reduced flexibility.
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