Neck stretches under running water are relaxing, particularly to the nervous system.From yogajournal.com: Many studies, including biofeedback and other disciplines, have shown that relaxation of the muscles in the neck, jaws, and face can have powerful calming effects on the entire nervous system. Fine, it doesn’t have to be in the shower, but that’s where I perform them, … [Read more...]
Flexibility and Stretching (with sample routine, video)
Stroll into a gym and you’re much more likely to hear “How much do you bench?” rather than “How’s your range of motion?” Over the years and after much trial and error, I learned the easiest method to touch our toes over the course of time. I’m pleased to teach you today.When I began weight training as a teenager, flexibility never entered my mind; I just wanted to be bigger … [Read more...]