You hear me talk about it all of the time… so let's talk about one of our favorite techniques: RiversZen Contracted Stretching.

Sometimes we call it resistance stretching, but that seems to confuse folks.

Most people think we’re talking about those stretchy resistance bands.

Nope, that’s not it at all!

Contracted Stretching is something different and very special.

It’s all about contracting the muscle while you stretch.

Sounds simple, right?

But trust me, this little twist makes all the difference.

This technique doesn’t just stretch your muscles, it builds strength and flexibility at the same time. It’s one of those great 2 for 1 deals.

We’ve seen it work wonders for people of all ages.

85-year-old grandmas, great grandmas, have used it to regain ease of movement.

Professional athletes have used it to improve their explosive power and totally up their game.

And guess what? We’ve worked with both and seen the amazing results first hand!

This isn’t just some new fad. We’ve been using Contracted Stretching since 2007, and let me tell you—it saved our aching bodies.

Years of sports injuries, had us hurting pretty bad.

Surgeries were in our future, but this technique turned everything around.

It’s that powerful.

Now here’s your challenge: Think of one area of your body that feels stiff or tight. Today, give Contracted Stretching a try.

Start small. Focus on contracting the muscle as you stretch it.

You might be surprised at how good it feels—and how quickly you start noticing a difference!

Your body deserves to move with ease, no matter your age.

So, why not start now?

Need help? Watch for future installments where I’ll be posting videos where you can stretch with the oldie :-)

Couldn’t resist, I put on a 50s playlist for class a couple of days ago and wanted to channel Richard Simmons… he used to call his classes Stretch to the Oldies.

But my little slip up gave me a whole new saying… Stretch with the oldie to the oldies (I am 71 so chronologically I am an “official oldie”)

With that until I talk to you next time may you move well, stay healthy, be happy, find your purpose and live with passion!

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