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Stretching Myths and Stretching Facts w/ Greg Lehman

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In this episode, yoga teacher Jenni Rawlings and Exercise Science professor Travis Pollen discuss the science of stretching with one of their mentors and biggest inspirations, Greg Lehman, BKin, MSc, DC, MScPT. As is the norm with this podcast, an abundance of common myths about this topic are highlighted and busted. We hope this discussion helps inspire a change in the dialog around stretching in the yoga, movement, and fitness worlds!

Topics discussed include:

  • What is stretching?
  • What’s the distinction between active and passive stretching – and does it really matter?
  • How does stretching affect the tissues of the body – in both the immediate, short term and in the bigger picture, long term?
  • What’s the relationship between stretching and injury prevention?
  • What does research currently suggest about stretching right before an athletic activity? Does it hinder performance or not?
  • Is the practice of Yin Yoga and long-held passive stretches in general safe?
  • Should people with systemic connective tissue disorders such as Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome avoid stretching?
  • Should flexibility be retired as a major component of physical fitness?
  • And so much more!

Resources mentioned in this episode:
Jenni’s email newsletter

NAF Physio Podcast episode with Greg, Adam Meakins, and Kara Gillett on Hypermobility

Jenni & Travis’ article: End Range Training: Does Closing the Gap Between Active and Passive ROM Prevent Injuries?

To learn more from Greg Lehman: website / Twitter / Instagram / YouTube

Greg’s Recovery Strategies Pain Workbook

Strength for Yoga Remote Group Training – ongoing, interactive monthly strength program for yogis designed by Jenni & Travis

Online yoga class library & yoga anatomy workshops with Jenni

Strength for Yoga email newsletter

Article: The Case for Retiring Flexibility as a Major Component of Physical Fitness

Article: Strength Training Versus Stretching for Improving Range of Motion: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

To find out more about Travis Pollen: website / Instagram

Music used with generous permission from Dischord A Cappella.

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Welcome to the Fit, Healthy and Happy Podcast hosted by Josh and Kyle from Colossus...
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In this episode, yoga teacher Jenni Rawlings and Exercise Science professor Travis Pollen discuss the science of stretching with one of their mentors and biggest inspirations, Greg Lehman, BKin, MSc, DC, MScPT. As is the norm with this podcast, an abundance of common myths about this topic are highlighted and busted. We hope this discussion helps inspire a change in the dialog around stretching in the yoga, movement, and fitness worlds!

Topics discussed include:

  • What is stretching?
  • What’s the distinction between active and passive stretching – and does it really matter?
  • How does stretching affect the tissues of the body – in both the immediate, short term and in the bigger picture, long term?
  • What’s the relationship between stretching and injury prevention?
  • What does research currently suggest about stretching right before an athletic activity? Does it hinder performance or not?
  • Is the practice of Yin Yoga and long-held passive stretches in general safe?
  • Should people with systemic connective tissue disorders such as Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome avoid stretching?
  • Should flexibility be retired as a major component of physical fitness?
  • And so much more!

Resources mentioned in this episode:
Jenni’s email newsletter

NAF Physio Podcast episode with Greg, Adam Meakins, and Kara Gillett on Hypermobility

Jenni & Travis’ article: End Range Training: Does Closing the Gap Between Active and Passive ROM Prevent Injuries?

To learn more from Greg Lehman: website / Twitter / Instagram / YouTube

Greg’s Recovery Strategies Pain Workbook

Strength for Yoga Remote Group Training – ongoing, interactive monthly strength program for yogis designed by Jenni & Travis

Online yoga class library & yoga anatomy workshops with Jenni

Strength for Yoga email newsletter

Article: The Case for Retiring Flexibility as a Major Component of Physical Fitness

Article: Strength Training Versus Stretching for Improving Range of Motion: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

To find out more about Travis Pollen: website / Instagram

Music used with generous permission from Dischord A Cappella.

Fit, Healthy & Happy Podcast
Welcome to the Fit, Healthy and Happy Podcast hosted by Josh and Kyle from Colossus...
Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify

Support the show

**Become a supporter of the Yoga Meets Movement Science podcast – starting at $3/month!

  continue reading

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