How to Stretch Effectively

Are your muscles feeling tight?

Pause for a second…they might feel tight but from my almost 20 years of experience in the women's health space it probably means that there's an imbalance in the body. 

*I don't want you to force a stretch JUST because it feels good at the moment.*

It's really common to round forward, collapse into a stretch and hyperextend areas of your body.

>>This is why I like to teach stretches that are dynamic and active to encourage the fascia to become stronger in a lengthened position.<<

 

Here are 4 of my tips to effective stretching:

• Work to create a light fascial connection as this will allow you to create opposition, length and space in your body.
• Lift up out of your pelvis as you bend over to stretch instead of rounding and pulling in your back.
• Avoid overstretching as it can lead to injury and imbalance in the body.
• Find what areas need to be strengthened but in a lengthened position.

If you’re wondering how I teach effective stretches, I gotchu, friend! This short video below will walk you through a few of my favorite stretches.

The material contained within is provided for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. You should seek prompt medical care for any specific health issues and consult your physician before beginning a new regimen or purchasing any product(s).