Flexibility And Range Of Motion The Isawall Way

 

Maintaining adequate range of motion and flexibility should be an important aspect of any overall fitness program. Whether for the purpose of injury prevention, or for keeping adequate range of motion for daily activities, stretching and allowing for maximal movement without muscle tightness is hugely important. While many people focus on aerobic and anaerobic exercise, adequate time spent on stretching is often overlooked.

 

Along with the hundreds of exercises that can be done on Isawall, dozens of highly effective stretches can also be performed utilizing our fitness wall. Because Isawall takes up no space and can be done in a small environment, this makes it practical to engage in many highly beneficial stretches in your home, office, or small training studio.

 

 

Stretches Ranging From Simple To Challenging

One of the unique aspects of Isawall is that is allows for a full range of stretches to be performed. This means that whether you are looking for simple stretches or for more complex and skill requiring stretches to be performed, Isawall can accommodate your needs.

 

There are multiple ways to engage in stretches using Isawall. First, you can simply use bands as a means to pull the muscle into the range of motion you need to engage in the stretch. For example, an overhead shoulder flexion stretch can be done by holding a band in one hand, and using the other hand to pull until the arm has reached the desired angle.

 

 

 

 

Secondly, the balance and push-up bar can be used for various stretches. There are several ways this can be done. The bar itself can be used to support the arms or legs, at which point leaning into the stretch can be controlled and varied based on the height you choose for the bar. The bar can also be used as a means of balance for standing stretches. Good examples of this would be a standing calve stretch or a standing quadriceps stretch.

Thirdly, you can engage in stretches utilizing our straps, which allow you to lean into various poses and can fully support your weight. There are numerous stretches that can be done utilizing these straps, and since Isawall can fully support you bodyweight, numerous stretches off the wall can be employed that simultaneously stretch multiple muscles and employ coordination, balance, and core strength all at the same time.

 

 

Finally, you can use our yoga belt to get some fantastic stretches. Many yoga positions and variations can be done using Isawall and the yoga belt. Certain positions can be done in an assisted manner using the yoga belt for those who cannot fully support their bodyweight to the full extent the position calls for.

 

The four means mentioned here that support stretching on Isawall open up the opportunity for dozens and dozens of stretches. These stretches are designed to help improve and maintain flexibility and range of motion. The benefits of this can be seen in daily life as you move more freely and with less restriction.

 

Often when people purchase Isawall their first question is which attachments should be obtained along with it. We always recommend that people get as many attachments as possible, for the simple reason that the more attachments you have, the more stretches and exercises are possible. If you have any questions, we’d be glad to offer you some recommendations that will best fit your needs based on your goals and desired outcomes.

 

If you have not been working on flexibility and range of motion, consider using Isawall as the catalyst to get you started. You can start out with simple stretches, and move to more challenging one’s as you feel able. You’ll notice the difference and feel better for it!

 

 

Paul Owens is a personal trainer in the Cleveland area. He is a Certified Personal Trainer through the National Strength and Conditioning Association, and the National Council on Strength and fitness. He is also a Corrective Exercise Specialist through the National Academy of Sports Medicine. He can be reached at http://www.clevelandpersonaltraining.com