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 […]
Friday Favorites: Fascial Stretch in Tempe, New Friends and Vegan on the Road
TGIF and Happy Friday Favorites! I’m coming to you from Tempe, AZ, where I’m attending my level 2 Fascial Stretch Therapy Class! By the time you read this I will be attending my final day of the five-day course (or already graduated!). Pretty much all of my favorites have to do with either my class or just […]
A Pain in the Foot: Tips for Dealing with Plantar Fasciitis
Disclaimer: I am not a doctor or physical therapist. These suggestions are based on my experience as a personal trainer and fascial stretch therapist, as well as my own history of dealing with plantar fasciitis. Plus, many of my blogging and running friends were kind enough to share their best tips. Has this happened to you? You […]
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 […]
