When is Stretching Effective?
In this episode of the Impact Your Fitness podcast, host Jennifer Schwartz discusses the effectiveness of stretching muscles. She shares insights from Dr. David Behm and addresses the misconception that stretching is always beneficial for everyone. Jennifer emphasizes the importance of understanding individual body needs and functionality. While stretching may help some, she highlights the success her studio has seen in clients gaining mobility, flexibility, and strength without relying on traditional stretching methods. Jennifer also delves into the role of the nervous system concerning muscle health.
Topics discussed:
- How stretching can improve flexibility
- Global effects stretching
- Relaxation and mindfulness
- Physiology of muscle fibers and stretching
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Dr. David Behm on the Fitness For Consumption podcast
https://open.spotify.com/episode/7oLVI7sTBhpoQ2VdW1Knue
https://www.thinkfitbefitpodcast.com/speed-bumps/
https://www.thinkfitbefitpodcast.com/the-goldilocks-zone/
https://www.thinkfitbefitpodcast.com/i-feel-the-earth-move-dr-behm/
Dr. David Behm’s book
https://www.amazon.com/Science-Physiology-Flexibility-Stretching-Implications/dp/1138086916
Vascular health and stretching
https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fphys.2022.939459/full
Neuropeak Pro NTEL Belt
https://www.thinkfitbefitpodcast.com/npp/
Kirk Cousins on Netflix
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