Let’s explore the most effective and safe ways to stretch: Static, Dynamic and Facilitated. This post is focused on Facilitated stretching. Facilitated stretching is one form of PNF (proprioceptive nueromuscular facilitation), yes that is a mouthful of science. Basically it means assisted stretching. This can be with a partner or trainer or with your best friend the yoga strap. PNF is a very in-depth technique and it is wise to train with someone who is trained and certified

Let’s explore the most effective and safe ways to stretch: Static, Dynamic and Facilitated. This post is focused on Dynamic Stretching. Dynamic stretching is the newest form of studied stretching and has been adopted into the routines of many pro athletes before a performance or event. Dynamic stretching is one of the most effective and safe ways to warm-up before exercising. For more details, here is an earlier post on Dynamic Stretching for Warm-up. Dynamic stretching is c

Let’s explore the most effective and safe ways to stretch: Static, Dynamic and Facilitated. This post is focused on Static Stretching. When developing flexibility the goal is to increase the range of motion in the joints in not just a safe way, but in a way that is effective for the chosen sport. Aerial and pole, like dance and yoga, require higher levels of flexibility especially with progression into difficult moves. At the top levels of our pursuits, there is a demand for