Spanish Phrase
Mantén cada estiramiento 20-30 segundos.
Meaning
The sentence tells someone to hold each stretch for a period of twenty to thirty seconds. It is a typical instruction you’ll hear in a workout or physiotherapy class.
When to use
Use this phrase when you are coaching a fitness class, guiding a personal‑training session, or giving a friend a quick reminder about proper stretching technique.
✦Grammar Breakdown
Manténcadaestiramiento20-30segundos
Imperative (mantén)
Use the tú‑imperative of mantener (mantén) to give a direct command or instruction.
Quantifier (cada)
Cada means “each” and is placed before the noun it modifies.
Noun (estiramiento)
Estiramiento = “stretch” or “the act of stretching”.
Time range (20‑30 segundos)
A hyphen or the word “a” can be used to indicate a range; the unit (segundos) stays plural.
🗨In Conversation
¿Cuánto tiempo debo mantener cada estiramiento?
How long should I hold each stretch?
Mantén cada estiramiento 20-30 segundos.
Hold each stretch for 20‑30 seconds.
✕Common Mistakes
Mantener cada estiramiento 20-30 segundos.
You need the imperative form (mantén) to give a command.
Mantén cada estiramiento 20-30.
Add the unit ‘segundos’ after the range; otherwise the sentence sounds incomplete.
Mantén los cada estiramiento 20-30 segundos.
‘Cada’ already implies singular; do not add a definite article before it.
↔Alternatives
Sostén cada estiramiento durante 20 a 30 segundos.
Hold each stretch for 20 to 30 seconds.
Mantén cada posición entre 20 y 30 segundos.
Keep each position between 20 and 30 seconds.
Mantén cada estiramiento 20‑30 s.
Keep each stretch 20‑30 seconds.
Cultural Tip
In Spanish‑speaking gyms the imperative form is preferred for short, clear instructions. Avoid overly formal language (e.g., “por favor, mantenga…”) unless you’re speaking to a client you address with usted. Also, the abbreviation “s” for segundos is common on printed workout sheets, but say the full word when speaking.