Stretching is Everything

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Assisted Stretching is a highly effective way to increase muscle flexibility, combining passive stretching and isometric stretching to achieve maximum static flexibility. 
Athletes trying to improve their sports performance through an increased range of motion will benefit from assisted stretching. People recovering from a soft tissue injury, or those who have lost mobility over time can also benefit as they gain strength through improved  flexibility.

 The benefits of assisted stretching include, but are not limited to:
  • Optimized muscle and tendon range of motion.
  • Improved flexibility and health of muscles, tendons, and ligaments.
  • Enhanced athletic performance. (Optimal flexibility requires less energy expenditure, allowing for increased stamina and enhances speed, agility, and strength.)
  • Reduced spasms, splinting, and tension.
  • Quicker recovery from athletic activity. (Muscle stiffness is reduced as excess lactic acid buildup is removed.)
In assisted stretching, you will be guided through a series of stretches designed to release broad patterns of tension. A short session will leave you feeling taller, lighter, more mobile, and with a greater sense of well-being.
For your stretching session be sure to wear comfortable clothing that you can move in. 

Jupiter Massage & Pilates
125 W Indiantown Rd. #102
Jupiter, FL 33458
561-529-2093
jupitermassage@gmail.com

 www.jupitermassageandpilates.com

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