Abstract
Current judo manuals focus on teaching techniques only on judo throws, grappling and strength condition. Due to increased popularity there is a need for a stretching manual in judo. The purpose of this project it to provide to enhance judo performance and prevent injuries by describing stretches that occur post-exercise that are specific to judo training as well as to provide a safe and current reference for stretching for judo. Stretching for judo is needed in order to enhance performance, prevent injuries, prevent pain, avoid cost, and to continue with career and livelihood. Best type of stretch is dynamic stretching for judo. Best time to stretch is during post-exercise.