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Is it recommended to “stretch out� clients once they are done working out? Is there a certain protocol when doing so?
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By Shaun Zetlin
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Stretching your client can be a great service
that you provide in your sessions. Partner stretching creates dynamic resistance and intensity
that
static
stretching
alone
sometimes cannot provide. Also, some of your clientele might not be stretching as frequently as you’d prefer, perhaps because they don’t feel confident stretching on their own, they don’t have (or make) the time to stretch, or maybe they just don’t want to
stretch.
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1. Communicate – Always have
Some
open communication when it comes
important tips
to stretching your client and confirm
to remember
with them beforehand if they are both comfortable with, and open to you
on the correct
stretching them. By confirming, you
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are showing them respect and
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courtesy. You never want to stretch
your clients.
out at client without getting their permission. The very last thing you’d ever want to do is to make any of your clientele feel uncomfortable, either during the session or during the stretching process.
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2. Know your Client – Stretching your client can be incredibly intense for them and quite personal. Therefore, be aware of their physical and mental limitations while keeping in the mind their flexibility levels. Stretching should be a release and therefore, a gratifying experience.
3. Educate – Some of your clients might not be aware of the benefits of stretching. They may have questions on why stretching is important, or why you have chosen to stretch particular muscles (and in certain ways) for them during their session. 4
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