OUR CURRICULUM

Learn how to improve flexibility using FLX® stretching and strengthening exercises.

This online course covers the fundamentals of FLX® Flexibility Training at your own pace. Beyond traditional stretching [because flexibility is not just stretching], you’ll learn how to identify areas with limited range of motion that restrict peak performance and how to improve flexibility using a unique tool called the Flexistretcher®. This product has been used for years to improve prima ballerinas' flexibility!

There are so many reasons to stretch. Many will agree that it just feels good, but there are actually benefits to helping you live a longer, happier life.

• Increases flexibility and range of motion
• Increases blood flow
• Improves posture
• Helps to prevent pain in joints and spine

• Reduces stress and harmful hormone levels
• Calms your mind
• Improves physical performance
• May prevent injuries

Anatomy and Range of Motion

• Skeletal anatomyPlanes of movement
• Understanding the joints
• Movements of the body
• Muscles of the body

Rethink the Way You Stretch

• Dynamic Stretching
• Active Stretching
• Passive Stretching
• Static Stretching
• PNF Stretching

Five Key Areas of Movement

• Spine
• Hips
• Shoulders
• Ankle
• Wrists

Foundational Blocks of FLX

• Stretches and strengthening exercises to improve flexibility

The Stretch Tool – Flexistretcher®

• Anatomy
• How to adjust
• Elastic center
• Nylon straps

Teaching Elements

• Set the stage
• Having presence
• The performance
• The intermission
• Boomerang