Stretch & Strengthen Instruction

Our individualized stretch and strengthen instruction sessions will give you the knowledge and tools to  practice on your own. This can be a full series of exercises or small adjustments that can be worked into daily life. We offer suggestions and teach you a variety self-massage skills.

On the initial visit you’ll receive a personalized assessment, handouts to explain the exercises, and a detailed plan of action. Based on your needs, your plan may include:

• Yoga and stretching
• Strengthening exercises
• Self massage
• Foam rolling
• Education on how to use assistive tools at home
• Stress reduction strategies
• Breathing techniques

First visits require a full hour for assessment and initial recommendations. Follow up visits can be shorter in duration and may be added to a massage. Individualized  instruction can:

• Strengthen weak and overextended areas
• Relax contracted and spasmed areas
• Relieve chronic pain due to misaligned posture
• Release trapped nerves from tight muscles
• Increase muscular support of  joints and ligaments
• Correct breathing patterns
• Balance stability and flexibility in action
• Improve athletic performance
• Correct muscle firing
• Encourage healthy muscle tone
• Increase range of motion
• Improve sleep and vitality
• Empower through education and support