Hands up if you like stretching?
Stretching for 10 minutes is a big ask let alone stretching for 50 minutes – who even does that?
But here’s the thing, regular stretching is great for our mobility whether that means being able to run faster, train better, recover quicker or just feel more mobile in our everyday lives.
The great thing about assisted stretching is someone else does all the hard work for you.
That doesn’t mean to say it isn’t challenging, it certainly can be. Like any form of stretching we are challenging the end range of your mobility and that can sometimes feel a little uncomfortable although it shouldn’t be painful.
The goal is ultimately to improve your mobility and range of motion so you can move and feel better.
Who should get stretched?
Assisted Stretching is for everyone regardless of age, lifestyle or body-type.
Whether you’re a superstar athlete, weekend warrior or don’t exercise at all, everyone can benefit from getting stretched.
When should you get stretched?
If you’re feeling stiff, then anytime is a good time to get stretched.
Getting stretched in the mornings is amazing as you get to enjoy that freshly stretched feeling all day long.
Pre- or post- workout, is great too
A pre-workout stretch can help to boost your performance.
A post-workout stretch can help speed recovery and return your muscles to their natural resting length.
Whether you’re interested in a performance boost, help with recovery or you just want to increase your mobility and feel amazing.
Assisted stretching can help.
What to get stretched?
I you have a specific area or body part that feels like it needs a little more attention including some assisted stretching in your massage session might be the answer.
Assisted stretch can be included in your 90 or 120 minute massage session. It’s not really practical to include in a 60 minute massage session.
What should you wear?
I include assisted stretching in to a normal massage session.
Obviously, stretching involves moving the body in way and directions that traditional massage doesn’t.
Because of that, the clothing you wear to your session are important.
If you’re a male clients it’s easy, just make sure to wear trucks, boxer briefs type or bring some shorts with you – baggy boxer shorts aren’t appropriate.
Women, please bring or wear gym style shorts, so we can both massage and stretch the legs. For upper body, please bring or wear a sports bra top for upper body stretching again to allow massage but also stretching.
Book your massage with assisted stretching with Trevor at The Glasgow Treatment Rooms.