Flexibility Pearls
If I can do one split, why can’t I do another? - Part 1 of stretches to do the splits
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This is a fair question that comes from a very common observation. So many people can do forward splits and not center splits.And many who can do full straddles can’t do left or right ones.What strikes many people observers...
Today your tightest stretch will become easy…
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Have you ever been so tight in a stretch, you could not even start the stretch? You are not alone, many people have this challenge. Here is how to solve it I have spoken to many frustrated people about...
Recent Findings on Causes of Tight Hip Flexors and Simple Solutions
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In this article I won’t even talk about Zaichik Stretching Techniques. A lot of people still use the simple lunge stretch to lengthen their hip flexors. And I will help you make it work for you. You see most people...
Misconception about the "Psoas Tightness" test
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Today I am going to talk about some misconceptions about hip flexors flexibility testing even among professionals. The standard approach to find out if the “Psoas” is tight is to somehow make sure that the Rectus Femoris isn’t (tight). It’s...
The cause of pain is not at the location of pain - Part 2
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In the last article we talked about the location of pain and location of causes of that pain. Often the cause is not found at the site of pain, but at the antagonist muscle group. You can read...
The cause of pain is not at the location of pain - Part 1
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Read Part 2 Here >> As a matter of fact, the cause is usually found on the opposite side of where the pain is located. Most people are not aware of this concept. So they keep rubbing and stretching...
High Leg Extensions Solution: Strength vs Flexibility Debate: And the winner is…
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If you want to lift your legs high on your Developpes, Battements, Penche, etc., but your legs refuse to come up as high as you want them, a question arises: “Are my legs not strong enough or not flexible...
High Leg Extensions Solution: Strength vs Flexibility Debate: And the winner is…
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New split programs that include Zaichik Stretching Techniques and added strength exercises to make the splits permanent and functional. Worth checking them out even if you have the old version! Dance Training for over 20 skills! And Much More...!...
Achilles Tendinitis – What to do to heal this injury
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What Is It? Achilles Tendinitis is a debilitating condition that anyone devoted to various fitness activities such as Dancers, Cheerleaders, Gymnasts, Martial Artists and Joggers know all too well. In short Achilles Tendinitis is an inflammation of the tendon that...