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How to Use Assisted Stretching for Better Athletic Performance

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 You’ve finished a brutal workout or a tough training session, and your body feels it. The tightness, the sluggishness, the dread of post-workout soreness - we’ve all been there. What if I told you there's a way to not only mitigate that feeling but also actively improve your athletic performance, make your recovery smoother, and reduce your risk of injury? It’s not a secret supplement or a new high-tech gadget; it’s a time-tested, expertly guided technique: assisted stretching. This practice is gaining serious traction among athletes of all levels, from weekend warriors to elite professionals. Assisted stretching goes beyond what you can achieve on your own, offering a deeper, more effective stretch that can unlock new levels of mobility, power, and resilience. But what exactly is it, and how can it become a game-changer for you? Let's find out. What is Assisted Stretching and How Does it Help Athletic Performance? Assisted stretching is a type of flexibility training wher...

How to Teach Assisted Stretching to Your Clients

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  How to Teach Assisted Stretching to Your Clients Ever wondered how some people seem to move with effortless grace, touching their toes or reaching for the sky without a grimace? While genetics play a part, the secret often lies in dedicated flexibility work, particularly assisted stretching. If you're a fitness professional in the UK looking to add a powerful tool to your repertoire, teaching assisted stretching could be your next big step. It’s not just about pushing someone further into a stretch; it’s about understanding the body, communicating effectively, and facilitating profound, liberating changes in range of motion.   What is Assisted Stretching and How Does it Work? At its core, assisted stretching involves a practitioner applying external force to a client's limb or body part to move them into a stretch beyond what they could achieve on their own. Think of it as a collaborative dance where you, the expert, guide your client's body to explore new ranges ...