Re:positive effects of stretching a legs

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Hi, this is a message in reply to Sally but really for everyone.

If the calves are tight, this pulls the body forward and out of alignment. When

the body goes forward, the feet compensate, kind of balling up to maintain

balance - toes curl, arches raise - this is due to the feet muscles trying to

stabilise for the problems caused by tight calves.

Then as a result the hamstrings also tighten. This pulls the pelvic area out of

alignment, and the back.

So the short of it is, stretch the ankles and calves really well, and also the

three hamstrings. The positive benefits are enormous. Yoga is great for this,

so too are alternative methods of stretching such as AIS which is done with

usually a sports massage therapist.

I did not pay attention for about 6 months and started feeling like I was

walking stiff like enstein. I went to an AIS practitioner again yesterday

and the feeling of mobility that returned after just an hour and a half of hard

work was amazing. I swear I need to build this into my daily routines. It is

such a benefit - no matter the age.

All the best,

Donna from London