Do you stretch after your run? Most experts recommend doing some static stretches after a run. The problem with static stretches is that they are, well, static. When you hold a stretch for any length of time you are stretching one section of a muscle. Today I’m going to show you how to upgrade your […]
How Fascial Stretch Therapy Can Make You a Better Runner
On the eve of attending another Fascial Stretch Therapy course I thought I’d share this post I wrote a few years ago about the benefits of Fascial Stretch Therapy (or Frederick Stretch Therapy as it is now called called) for runners. As you read this I will be on my way to Arizona for a […]
New Stretches to Increase Functional Flexibility: Hamstrings and Glutes
Last week I introduced you to the Core Four, a new way of stretching glutes, hips, and lats. The Core Four stretches are part of LifeStretch, which is based on the principles of Fascial Stretch Therapy, and they are an excellent tool to increase functional flexibility. This week I want to show you another series […]
Taking A New Look at Stretching: The Core Four
Last week we took a look at the benefits of Fascial Stretch Therapy and how it can improve your running. In a nutshell, FST is assisted stretching that targets the fascia and joints as well as the muscles. It is pain-free, and uses breath, traction, and modified PNF to improve flexibility and increase range of motion, […]
LifeStretch: Learning to Stretch for Life
With the exception of a few Instagram posts, I’ve been off the grid this weekend. I’ve been in Tempe, Arizona training to become a LifeStretch instructor. What is LifeStretch? LifeStretch is based on the principles of Fascial Stretch Therapy, which include synchronizing breath and movement, using traction to create space in the joints, utilizing oscillation […]
Coach Debbie, Certified Fascial Stretch Therapist
Hello, my name is Debbie and I’m a certified Fascial Stretch Therapist. If your first thought is, “what is a Fascial Stretch Therapist?” I suggest you read the 10 Benefits of Fascial Stretch Therapy, an article I wrote a few months ago. Here’s a little teaser from that post: What is Fascial Stretch Therapy? Fascial […]