FLEXIBILITY

One of the most common questions I get regarding movement is "How can I become more flexible?"

There's no one right answer to this. 

I gained most of my flexibility through practicing yoga for over a decade. But there were some areas of mobility I didn't gain until I stepped out of the yoga studio and started working with a personal trainer.

I find that a regular routine of active mobility exercises paired with stretching has been really valuable for me. GMB has a great program called Focus Flexibility that combines dynamic contractions with stretching to increase mobility that works astonishingly well for most people.

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I also practice Functional Range Conditioning exercises that are entirely based on active mobility. My yoga teacher, Erika Abrahamian and trainer, Erin Courtney incorporate FRC principles into their respective classes.

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The thing is, if you are just getting started, it doesn't matter what method you choose, but that you make a choice, and you consistently practice. Every week. Once a week at the very minimum, 3 - 5x per week if you want to feel quicker results. The more you practice, the faster you will progress.

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Remember, to progress in anything:

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Show up. Do the things. Be consistent.

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And trust the process.