What is stretching, really? | By Kit Laughlin, founder Stretch Therapy
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A whole universe of information on stretching can be found here stretchtherapy.net/
A number of people have asked me recently to try and explain what stretching really is rather than what they know about it from reading scientific research and articles in popular magazines.
This is one of a number of videos that I am going to offer on the subject and today's begins with the concept of grace and ease in the body. I am personally not convinced that the usefulness of stretching has anything to do with sarcomeres and Z-fibres, and all the other things the scientific community is interested in. Stretching has everything to do with quality of life and the experience of being present in this moment.
I can be contacted through my channel if you want to discuss a particular subject; my email address is on my web site; as well, there are the new Stretch Therapy Forums (www.kitlaughlin.com/forums). You only need a real email address to join and post your questions.
As well, more information and many articles will be found on my Home page, too. You may get there from the splash page found here:
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Timestamps
00:00 - Intro
00:30 - the real value of stretching is nothing to do with ROM!
01:00 - how pain affects every aspect of daily life
01:15 - how pain is caused by tension; what causes tension?
02:05 - your mind is lying to you!
03:00 - how to attain a deep understanding of what's happening in your body
03:30 - how often to stretch?
04:05 - quick demo of how the mind lies to you!
05:22 - daily life makes your flexibility patterns
06:05 - what adding a few stretches does to your patterns
06:45 - stretching can be strengthening, as well
07:15 - use patterns drive adaptation
07:45 - the joy of being, and moving
08:15 - how being more present give more options
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Incredible truth! Thank you for this video! 🙏🏼
Thanks Kit! Great insights
This is amazing, you are a legend Kit
@KitLaughlin
3 жыл бұрын
No, just curious. I am still trying to understand this stuff!
different people, different needs and views. Stretching can have many benefits at ones and some might be more important then others, depending on the person who stretches. This approach is like asking: What is driving a car about? It's not really about moving from A to B. It's more about feeling the seat under you and retuning your eyes with the brain.
@KitLaughlin
3 жыл бұрын
Yes, it's about how to enhance awareness, in general, and by tuning into the sensations of living, being present more often. Of course, I realise that these are not important things for some people, but all of the richness of the *experience* of being a living human being is found here.
Grace and Ease !!!
@KitLaughlin
Жыл бұрын
My mantra!
Such a gem of a video!
Thank you, im 18 and I would love to stay strong and Mobile for decades to come, I’ve realized there’s so mush BS when it comes to information about the body, but I can tell you have a real passion for health, I can also tell that you are passing on knowledge from experience and not just mimicking other peoples opinions.
@KitLaughlin
3 жыл бұрын
We only talk about what has worked for us, ad our students. The rest is marketing. Sincere thanks for commenting, Jonny!
I'm entering into 60 year, but I am so interested this kind of sport.
Really good explanation. I have chronic pelvic pain and this really makes me optimistic for recovery. Thank you
@KitLaughlin
2 жыл бұрын
James, the key is learning how to relax deeply, as an *experience*, rather than as a concept. Head over to our site (link above); and search on "relaxation". There are many free recordings there, too, to help you acquire this skill.
Ive dreamt of greater ranges of motion that actually led to these ranges of motion increasing in daily life. Unfortunately my dreams of folding completely in half have not come true :P I definitelty stretch less now that I practise Buddhism instead of Kundalini Yoga, however I have strong doubts I'd be anywhere near as comfortable meditating or as proficient at diagnosing the issues that arise as my time seated increases. Good to hear you talk of frequency, I find at least once a week I get a real desire to stand on my head and then do a nice sequence of favourite poses and see if I can take them a bit further or with more poise or relaxation than I remember
Kit are you familiar with people experiencing their diagnosis of Osteoprosis?
@KitLaughlin
2 жыл бұрын
Yes. Stretching is the safest exercise for people with osteopenia (the forerunner, less serious version) as well as osteoporosis. Anyone needs to be more careful with these diagnoses, but if you follow the instructions and learn to feel what your body is telling you, stretching is safe.
With what’s happening with this awakening in the world I pretty damn sure this health and fitness (yoga/meditation) etc etc, way of life is just gonna grow and grow. Science is a dying religion. If you know what I mean. I’ve just found your Channel and have just subscribed. You seem a very pleasant man. Cheers
@KitLaughlin
2 жыл бұрын
I have a background in science, and I assure you that it's not a religion for most of its practitioners. WRT myself, I only talk about things that I can demonstrate, or know to be true from direct experience. I follow the Dalai Lama's insistence that 'my religion is kindness': "Be kind whenever possible", he said; then paused. "It's always possible." he added. Thanks for commenting.
@Bendy-oceans-lol
2 жыл бұрын
@@KitLaughlin you know exactly what I mean. Science is practical demonstration. My mistake, pseudo science is the religion that’s dying. God bless
@KitLaughlin
2 жыл бұрын
@@Bendy-oceans-lol Anything can be done well, or poorly. The character of the doer is the main determinant, it seems to me. And yes to the end of pseudo science! Cheers, KL
Does age an obstacle in training?
@KitLaughlin
3 жыл бұрын
You are the age you are, and that's what you work with! And there is no way to compare yourself with anyone else, because there are too many other variables in play besides your age. Starting is the main thing.
@azizmohammad5418
3 жыл бұрын
@@KitLaughlin thanks, I will.