Is all your sitting killing you?

Stretching made me tighter…

…said no one I’ve ever known

Stretching + mobility are generally the two most negated components in exercise programs. Yet when neglected they have a negative impact on our progression in the gym + our daily lives.

If you have to sit for hours every day whether it’s at a computer or in a car this is for you!

When we sit for hours on end our bodies start to become imbalanced. Some muscles are getting shorter (tighter) while others are getting longer (tighter yet again). Specifically our hip flexors are getting shorter and tighter, we round our shoulders tightening our chest + lats, our hamstrings get tighter. We aren’t thinking about using our cores so they stay slack. 

Why does this matter?

Because when our muscles aren’t at their optimal length they can’t function correctly. When they can’t function correctly pain + injuries occur. All this leads to tight muscles – causing low back pain, neck pain, headaches, etc.

In today’s world sitting can’t be avoided, for most people. The only way to counteract the tightness that ensues is to incorporate stretching and mobility movements into your daily routine. It’s that simple. Take 10-15 minutes every morning and evening to stretch. 

Want an easy stretch/mobility routine? Send me an email or DM me titled “Loosy Goosy” and I’ll hook you up!