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How long does it take to become flexible? + My flexibility journey (when starting as an adult)

StretchAndTrain · 7:15

In this practice

Key teachings

  • Principles of safe stretching and progressive overload for flexibility
  • Importance of consistency and patience in achieving flexibility goals
  • Understanding individual body mechanics and limitations for flexibility development

Ideal for

  • Individuals seeking to improve their overall flexibility
  • Adults beginning or restarting a flexibility journey
  • Practitioners interested in achieving advanced flexibility poses like splits

Lesson

Instructions

How long does it take to become flexible? Watch this if you want to know the truth.. and I will tell you now, you won't like what I have to say. But what doesn't kill us makes us stronger, and this video is full of information that will help you get flexible the fastest way possible. 💗

I will also be sharing my flexibility journey to give you an idea of how long it took me when starting as an adult. 🤸🏼

🌸 12 min FRONT SPLITS for All Levels 🌸 Follow Along Bridge Flexibility Routine 🌸 Front and Middle Splits FOLLOW ALONG routine

Hugs Aleks 🌸

Steps

  • Targeted stretching for front and middle splits
  • Spinal extension and backbending techniques for bridge pose
  • Active and passive stretching methodologies for improved range of motion

Benefits

  • Increased range of motion and joint mobility
  • Enhanced flexibility for daily activities and advanced yoga poses
  • Reduced muscle stiffness and improved posture
  • Prevention of injuries related to inflexibility

Practice summary

Level
all levels
Duration
18 minutes
Equipment
yoga matcomfortable clothing
Target areas
hipshamstringsback and spineshoulders
Energy
balancing

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