The Secret Behind Stretching

Have you always wanted that perfect split, but no matter how long you tug and pull, you just can't seem to get any results?!  Or have you ever over-stretched your muscles to the point of a pulled hammy, or an even worse injury?!  Ouch!  


Well fret no more my little dumplings, I have the secret you've all been waiting for...

*ACTIVE-ISOLATED FLEXIBILITY*  

It's been around for decades, and used by thousands of athletes around the world!  There are few classes that offer this special treat for the muscles, but fortunately, Broadway Dance Center in NYC offers these classes five days a week (Mon-Fri), taught by the creator herself, Michele Assaf.  So if you're ever in the Big App, drop in and take a class!  I promise, it will change your life forever!

What is A.I Flexibility?  A Word From the Creator...

DISCLAIMER:

• Warm up properly
• Consult a physician if you have any previous injuries
• And never, ever force yourself beyond the point of light irritation!  

*The best results come from consistent, gentle stretching*

MATERIALS NEEDED:

• 6' Long rope (or it's equivalent)
• Your Dance Clothes
• 1 Comfy Mat, or Soft Carpet Will Do

FOLLOW THESE STEPS WHEN PERFORMING EACH STRETCH:

1. Contract the muscle group opposite the area you're stretching.
2. Bring each stretch to the point of light irritation.
3. Hold for 2 seconds.
4. Return to your starting position and relax for 2 seconds.
5. Repeat the stretch.
6. Inhale and exhale accordingly.
7. For best results, build up to two sets of 8 to 12 repetitions of each of the stretches.

*Videos are the same intro but have different stretch examples

Hip & Hammy Stretches...

Upper Body Stretches...

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