How Stretching Heals The Body
Stretching has grown in popularity a ton in recent years but is stretching really that great? In this video we’ll explore how it got …
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March 27, 2025
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Stretching has grown in popularity a ton in recent years but is stretching really that great? In this video we’ll explore how it got …
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Stretching is more about enhancing your body's functionality than simply lengthening your muscles. Which stretching routine, exercise, or habit have you found to be the most beneficial? Comment below to let us know, and be sure to check out our NEW Master Mobility program to experience a more open and capable body ► https://strengthside.com/products/master-mobility
I feel that a daily practice, sitting on the ground more often and full rom training yield the best results for me. Especially full rom training loosens up my hips the best. 🙂
Loving you guys and your brother Ben's work too… You are all amazing. Im gonna be 58 this year and Im trying to get my stiff body to do a bridge. Any advice on how to start? have you ever done a beginners video on that? Be much appreciated guys… Respect
Could u please make a video about regaining child like ankle mobility? I find this joint really underrated on youtube..
This is super helpful! ❤❤❤
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Unless they're on camera, I can't which one is talking 😅
This channel, movement by david, knees over toes, upright health, all great stuff. I do bjj and have used yoga for bjj as well. Trying to unglue my desk ravaged body (20 ODD YEARS) is taking a long time but seeing progress.
I’m in debt to both your and Ben’s channel. This stuff is no joke, I’m in better shape as a whole in my 40s than I was in high school and college.
That’s with a hernia that I’ll have to have repaired at some point (I find ways to work around it and not irritate it for now), a stubborn ankle that is slightly less mobile than the other, scar tissue from a knee surgery in my 20s and some of that shoulder nonsense from that tech life.
I went zero drop / barefoot over the last year and a half as well.
You guys have shown an incredible path forward that is paying major dividends for me. Thanks!
Excellent video Strength Side brothers. Flexibility and mobility has paid dividends on my fitness journey.
In the commercial gym I go to, though, I am one of the few people who actually does mobility drills with a band prior to exercise and yoga style stretches post-workout. I can't believe that more people do not do it. I feel so much more fluid now, dedicating a mere 15 minutes out of my session to mobilise and stretch.
Training to walk across Australia again. Thanks for your advice
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The scripts you write are incredible!
Hey guys!
Fantastic and very informative videos I have seen from y'all. 🤩
But boy, do I miss my TKD days, .. back in the day (80's) when I was a very supple 20-24yrs old. The stretching I did for TKD, I was fascinated with, re their fanciful kicks, etc.. and in 2 months I soon got down to doing the full front splits, then with my face down on my knee.. and the box splits I was just about there.. my seated butterfly stretch for my hips/groin. my knees were flat on the floor.. also kneeling and leaning my body back to touch the back of my head on the floor, .. and the standing stretch, a la, Bruce Lee, WOT Dragon pre-fight with Chuck.. again, straight legs with my nose onto my knees…. and wowza, do I miss being able to do all those. 😭😭
So, now, at a youthful 61, with a 9yr old son (ito video games..), I am plowing myself into Calisthenics, and getting my stretching back on, but it's like molasses in winter at the mo.. but it'll come soon enough… patience is the key. .. and I am dragging my son with me, lest he get too stiff and lazy, in his youth! 😍
I loved your Hanging video, and will be joining that program, along with this stretching one, asap.
Keep up the great work, guys.. ans touch base again real soon.
Steve Phoenix. London. UK
brilliant video
At 48, I’m in the best shape of my life. Discovered kettlebell/bodyweight training years ago and mix with yoga routines on the side. The point is to be functional and comfortable at the same time. Love it compared to my exercise routine of my younger years which consisted primarily of cardio and traditional strength training.
I like the approach of my program I'm using, there's lower body PNF stretching in between upper body strength sets.
It's optional for having a active break.
And a overall warmup followed by specific mobility to prepare the body to not get injured.
if you would like to take one ballet lesson for beginners and do the material, you could discuss the topic of the between strength and flexibility , your stretch ranges are great , your stretching ranges are great, I'm curious how high you can lift your leg above the bar and be technical enough to do it? Regards!
You said that stretching is perhaps more about being present with your body than actually lenghtening muscles, and i find that to be true!
I Implemented the 5 tibetans as a morning ritual, and that extra focus on breathing and being present with the body, gave me a big boost and more playfulness into my stretching routine. It helped me ALOT. Thank you for the great video!
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50 1/2 years old and finally stretching seriously. Three months in and I’ve gained all kinds of flexibility, but most of all, I feel fantastic. I feel fantastic during my workout and in the middle of the day when I have to reach for something up high or something I dropped, and even in the middle of the night when I get up to go to the bathroom, I feel so incredibly spry and have no aches, and just feel overall strong. I can’t wait to see where I’m at another few months and at this time next year. Following Strength Side and Knees Over Toes.
YAY! A SHOUT-OUT TO KNEESOVERTOESGUY!!! ❤💪
Man till today i thought you were one person 😅
basically yoga basics. Good. Interesting
I think I saw you during a flight to Austin but was too shy to say hi 😂 but wanted to say thanks for being an introduction into calisthenics for me, I appreciate this form of exercise much more than any I’ve tried before!
Damn this whole time I thought the channel was run by 1 dude, now I see it's 2 dudes who look similar and must be brothers or smth. I'm kinda new to this community so that was a trip. Great content as always though!
Thanks it's so convenient ❤ when Chapter Headings are displayed.
I work in construction so always use walking around site and climbing scaffold etc as a form of movement. At home I have a pull up bar which I dead hang on for 1 minute every day. I have a treadmill in my house and use this for backward walking. I use a simple yoga flow daily. I then train BJJ twice a week. I feel good for a 40 year old man and I have the odd injury here and there I feel really good 👍
Thanks guys. You’re doing an awesome job of spreading the movement game to more. I’ve practiced weight training calisthenics Thai Qui and Qui Gung for 40 years. It’s awesome to realise that by taking these different roads I’ve come to age 62 in great shape. We’re in a physical revolution that recognises how amazing our minds and bodies can be through dedication and practice. Yeee ha great to be alive.
Great video. Thanks!
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Yoga, pilates, natural movement
This is a really well-done video.
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Thanks!
As PT I was working with patients with a sedentary lifestyle for a while. All have the same problem – significantly decreased range of motion, body discomfort and lots of related issues such as back pain, neck pain, migraines etc. After simplest stretching exercises, they felt a relief. Stretching is a fantastic thing. I also decided to improve my flexibility (at almost 31 😅). Now I'm discovering how much time it will take and tracking all my progress on the videos
Yoga – restorative and yin, once a week, I crave it, it improves my general posture, allows me to feel very good stretches into the muscles and joints and fascia, and most importantly allows me to disconnect.
There's also your 'do this most mornings' routine which I absolutely love!
If I didn't do both I wouldn't feel good.
There's also massage which is an additional expense which might not be for everyone, but a good deep tissue / sports massage with someone who knows anatomy helps a lot.
Thanks for the great content! Keep it up!
AI Summary
Stretching has become popular due to the changing lifestyle and demands on the body. It helps improve muscle range of motion, facilitates blood flow, prevents injury, and enhances the mind-body connection. Stretching is necessary to counter the effects of a sedentary lifestyle and maintain a healthy, flexible body.
Key Insights
Stretching has evolved from being reserved for specific groups like women, yogis, gymnasts, and dancers to becoming popularized in the fitness industry and everyday life. This shift can be attributed to the changing demands on the body and the need for mobility and flexibility in various activities. 🔄
The sedentary lifestyle and excessive screen time have led to stiffness and rigidity in the body. Stretching acts as an antidote by promoting movement, maintaining joint health, and alleviating the effects of a modern-day lifestyle. 🛋
Stretching is not only about physically lengthening muscles but also about nourishing the functions of the body and creating a mindful connection with the breath and movement. It can help reduce tension, alleviate stress, and provide a more relaxed state. 🧘♂
Daily stretching routines, such as yoga and tai chi, offer a low-effort way to use and maintain ranges of motion, while targeted mobility work with higher intensity can bring about significant changes in the body. 🌞
Combining strength training with stretching exercises helps improve range of motion. Various forms of strength training, such as push-ups, deadlifts, and pull-ups, can also act as stretches for specific muscle groups. 💪
Incorporating activities that encourage the use of the body’s full capabilities, such as swimming, martial arts, climbing, and dancing, is essential for maintaining a healthy and youthful body. A combination of these methods is beneficial for overall movement and health. 🏊♀
Maintaining a healthy body and improving range of motion require consistent effort and a good plan. Committing to regular stretching and movement practices can lead to a more flexible and comfortable everyday life. 📅
Everyone should be able to hold a deep resting squat, touch their toes without rounding their lower back, and hang on a pullup bar without their lower back arching heavily to compensate. Those 3 things I believe are goals we should all strive for.
Defenetly one that is serving me well so far is doing movement snacks throughout the day, or Stretching positions instead of sitting down Im in a stretch position when I'm in my computer! (as I'm currently typing this I'm in a deep lunge position)
Ive discovered the benefits of stretching from visits to my physiotherapist concerning my anxiety induced muscle pain.
My experience slowly evolved from doing stretches and strengthening exercises to understanding the limits of my body, respecting those limits and constantly be connected with my body. Its safe to say stretching kinda unlocked a big part of what it means to be alive for me.
I’d love to say that I’ve been doing long yoga sessions or Pilates, but I haven’t. Instead I’ve made a few very small and very easy changes, and I can already feel the benefits, for my running and everyday life.
1. I stopped using escalators and always take stairs, but mindfully. I always take 2 at a time and make sure to keep good posture and lean forward into each one.
2. I hang from a bar for around 30 seconds twice a day.
3. When I join my 2 year old to play on the floor, I shift between seiza style, 90-90, pigeon, and Asian squat more often.
That’s it! You don’t need lots of time and effort ✊