Which aspect does not contribute to the goal of movement preparation?

The goal of movement preparation is to enhance performance and reduce the risk of injury by preparing the body for the demands of physical activity. This involves activating muscles, increasing blood flow, and improving range of motion.

Passive stretching primarily involves holding a stretch without active muscle engagement, which does not provide the necessary stimulation to the neuromuscular system that prepares the body for dynamic movement. Unlike neural activation, which prepares the nervous system for coordination and powerful contractions, and dynamic stretching, which actively engages and prepares muscles and joints through movement, passive stretching does not effectively facilitate these important physiological changes.

General aerobic activity can contribute to movement preparation by increasing overall blood flow and warming up the body, but its role is more general rather than specific to preparing for immediate, explosive movements. In contrast, dynamic stretching and neural activation specifically target muscles and the nervous system to optimize readiness for movement. Thus, passive stretching is not aligned with the active and dynamic nature of movement preparation.