05/07/2026
You’re never too young, old, or athletic to stretch, strengthen, or mobilize your body. We live in a time where majority of the population is primarily sedentary, immobile, and often tense.
I used to train competitively in my late 20s in one of the most strenuous sports in the strength world (Strongman), and I was a walk-on track athlete at UC Berkeley where I experienced my first knee injury during strength training. I made it a point to prioritize recovery given what I was putting my body through. I would get acupuncture almost weekly, I’d stretch, and foam roll before and after my training, and I’d eat mostly clean and nutrient dense foods daily.
If I hadn’t incorporated recovery routines within my training cycles, I can’t imagine what type of condition my body would be in now. However, I am always reminded of the value behind recovery routines and practices such as stretch - especially given that I’m not nearly as active or limber like I used to be.
Stiffness or tension within doesn’t only make you feel like you’re locked up in your own body, things like blood flow and circulation can also be affected.
With that said, do your best to get a solid strength and mobility routine at least 2-3 times a week. If you need help on figuring out where to start, simply leave a comment below with any questions, dm me RECOVERY to get on a discovery call, or book your first stretch therapy session with a me.
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