range-of-motion drill
nounA range-of-motion drill is a practice where you move your joints as far as they can go to keep them loose and strong.
The coach led a range-of-motion drill before practice so everyone's shoulders and knees were ready to move.
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2. In physical therapy, a set of guided movements used to help a patient regain normal joint function after injury.
After her knee surgery, the therapist added a gentle range-of-motion drill to each session.
3. In fitness training, a warm-up routine that moves each joint through its full arc before harder activity.
The trainer started the class with a quick range-of-motion drill for the hips and ankles.
4. In sports coaching, a repeated practice motion that trains athletes to move through a full, safe arc.
The swim coach used a shoulder range-of-motion drill to improve the team's stroke length.