We’ve all been taught to “warm up, cool down,” and stretch, but what if that advice is outdated, or even counterproductive? A fascinating blog post by Jan Trewartha, “Is it all a stretch too far?“, tackles this very question, exploring the controversial debate around traditional stretching through the modern lens of fascia and biotensegrity. Her article challenges everything we thought we knew about flexibility, examining whether we are truly “stretching” or just returning muscles to their normal length, and features insights from leading experts like Clinical Anatomist John Sharkey. If you’re ready to challenge your own understanding of movement and recovery, click over to read her full discussion.
Read her blog article on the Body in Harmony Training website.