June 26, 2022 No Comments Like this article? Free Yourself from Pain this Independence Day!   Ahh July. How long we have awaited your arrival. One of our favorite months, you bring so many good things—like barbecues with friends, family beach days, and fireworks that light up the sky. You represent the dog days of summer and something so much more important, freedom. While July 4th represents our freedom from the British, this entire month symbolizes freedom of a different kind. Warm weather makes it easier for us to get outside and move. It helps soothe the aches trying to work ..read more

March 6, 2022 No Comments Like this article? Celebrate the Wonders of YOU this International Women’s Day!   As you well know, women are phenomenal creatures. We are fighters, politicians, doctors, lawyers, leaders, artists, singers, lovers, mothers, and so much more. Between our numerous at-home jobs (don’t forget the at-home titles of chef, nurse, maid, chauffeur, and partner), many of us struggle to find a moment to ourselves. This International Women’s Day, we’d like you to do just that – enjoy a little “me” time—and celebrate the wonders of women ..read more

January 2, 2022 No Comments Like this article? Need to Detox After the Holidays?  Here are 5 Easy Ways to do it Naturally.   ‘Twas the season to overeat, over drink, and under exercise. If you’re like most of us, you’re probably paying the price for all that festive celebrating and need a recovery routine stat! If your pants feel tighter, your head achier, and your energy level has bottomed out, it’s time for a quick and easy intervention. Our five-step post-holiday detox program will have you feeling back to your fun, energetic, and rejuvenated self in no time.  ..read more

November 1, 2021 No Comments Like this article? How We Can Help You Feel Younger (AND Maybe Even Look Younger) Today   Does your brain want to do things that your aging body can’t? Whether you’re aching back prevents you from running a marathon or your twinging elbow makes it impossible to play a full round of golf, getting older can definitely be frustrating. Luckily, there are easy ways to combat the most annoying signs of aging (like pain and stiffness), and get you on the road to feeling young again. Here’s are three effective ways to feel younger today: Stretch Whi ..read more

October 1, 2021 No Comments Like this article? Feeling too old for your years? Sitting too much may be to blame for your aches, pains, and stiffness.   Ever noticed how much time you spend sitting? Between working, carpooling kids, watching their sports games, and bingeing shows, there’s not a lot of time for us to get moving. Problem is, the more we sit, the worse we feel, and the more damage we’re doing to our overall health. At The Vital Stretch, we know how easy it is to fall into the trap of being overly sedentary. You sit too much, causing different body parts to hurt. This ..read more

August 30, 2021 No Comments Like this article? 5 Ways Stretching Boosts Your Performance  Hoping to improve your  endurance, become more powerful, feel stronger, or run faster?  It’s easier than you might think. Whether you’re hoping to hit a farther golf drive, run a quicker mile, or serve aces in tennis, the key to accomplishing your goal could be as simple as improving your nutrition, taking HIIT classes, or booking a session (or four) with a physical therapist. Add assisted stretching to your routine and you’ll be well on your way to qu ..read more

June 30, 2021 No Comments Like this article? Boost Recovery by Adding These 4 Tools to Your Assisted Stretching Routine   There’s nothing like a bright summer day to entice us to get outside and exercise. Whether you’re a fan of swimming, running, playing tennis, or spiking volleyballs on the beach, there are a slew of fun activities to help get your heart pumping. While it feels fantastic to move our bodies in the warm sun, doing so without properly warming up can lead to some niggly problems. Ever felt invigorated after the first run of the season only to wake up so sore the ne ..read more

May 30, 2021 No Comments Like this article? 7 Ways Assisted Stretching Boosts Your Health Care We all know stretching is good for us—it can decrease stress, reduce pain, and boost energy. Regular stretching can also lower our risk of injury, improve balance, and, of course, increase flexibility. Problem is, getting at those tough to reach spots isn’t easy. That’s where assisted stretching comes in. Certified stretch specialists are trained to manually guide your muscles into places you can’t reach by yourself, all while the rest of your body remains relaxed. In ..read more

March 31, 2021 No Comments Like this article? 5 Ways to Improve Your Mental Health Naturally. Even if you didn’t catch the Oprah interview with Harry and Meghan, we know you heard about it. Of all the topics that arose from that controversial piece of clickbait was one we all need to spend more time thinking about—the state of our mental health. After this past uber stressful and incredibly lonely year, the rates of mental health issues have skyrocketed. Conditions such as fear, anxiety, and depression have increased dramatically, leaving many of us reeling from their effects. When we ..read more