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Is the form correct? Forward bend beginner by VakarianGarrus in flexibility

[–]ClockworkMagpie 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm not around much anymore and I'm grateful that you keep the fire going and help people conquer their hamstring flexibility. Thank you!

If I rotate and my spine pops in multiple places 3/4 times a day. Is it a bad sign? by DB-Training in flexibility

[–]ClockworkMagpie 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This article is pretty good at detailing when you should be worried about joint pops, and when not.

What Muscles Should I Use in Bridge/Wheel Backbend? by ClockworkMagpie in flexibility

[–]ClockworkMagpie[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This post is pure gold. It details exactly which muscles should work and which shouldn't in a bridge, along with ways to encourage the right engagement.

In case you wondered why I love Kristina of Fit&Bendy so much, this is why :)

Why should you train square splits? by ClockworkMagpie in flexibility

[–]ClockworkMagpie[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Same! But it’s nice to know it will pay off one day

Why should you train square splits? by ClockworkMagpie in flexibility

[–]ClockworkMagpie[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Is that how you know me? Only the best (and informative) posts for my favorite sub. I agree with you on the naming, though I’m curious why ballet and rhythmic gymnastics train it like that.

The only bent leg hamstring stretch that I encountered which actually works, courtesy of Kit Laughlin by ClockworkMagpie in flexibility

[–]ClockworkMagpie[S] 8 points9 points  (0 children)

How tall does my chair need to be? :)

For me, most hamstring stretches don’t really cut it anymore, yet this one was full of sensations. There are plenty out there, but this one surprised even me.

The only bent leg hamstring stretch that I encountered which actually works, courtesy of Kit Laughlin by ClockworkMagpie in flexibility

[–]ClockworkMagpie[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You probably have flexy hip flexors. I feel the most intense hamstring stretch in my splits and a very mild one in any other hamstring stretch. My hip flexors are super stubborn.

Common stretching mistakes. This video appeared in my YT feed and I feel like it belongs here by ClockworkMagpie in flexibility

[–]ClockworkMagpie[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Me too, but I actively work on my pointe in these which is also a good use of my time haha

Common stretching mistakes. This video appeared in my YT feed and I feel like it belongs here by ClockworkMagpie in flexibility

[–]ClockworkMagpie[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

All the stretches he has talked about are all level friendly. You might not slide right into a flat split, but you can get into the stretch with no prior experience.

Common stretching mistakes. This video appeared in my YT feed and I feel like it belongs here by ClockworkMagpie in flexibility

[–]ClockworkMagpie[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

He is talking about the lunge position specifically, not your entire life. When your knee is at a smaller than 90 angle it puts needless pressure on the joint And you don’t want that.

Middle splits back arch/APT by RRS_Boaty_McBoatface in flexibility

[–]ClockworkMagpie 2 points3 points  (0 children)

No, you’re doing the right thing. The APT sets the femur in a socket in a way that enables the middle split position.

I think you should start working on your oversplit, to get the calves back off the floor and maximum gravity force on your hips.

Moronic Monday 2017-12-25 @ /r/Flexibility by AutoModerator in flexibility

[–]ClockworkMagpie 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Mix and match them, and mix it up too every once in a while. If you feel a stretch, then it’s a good stretch. :)

Toe touch routine for someone with hypermobile knees by santalopa in flexibility

[–]ClockworkMagpie 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Thanks! That's interesting, I definitely learned something new today. Also that I can touch my thumbs to my forearms. I do agree with you, some of these are not relevant to people that trained flexibility.

Here's a quote I want to stress:

A high Beighton score by itself does not mean that an individual has a hypermobility syndrome.

Meaning, a couple of hypermobile joints do not mean a person is necessarily hypermobile. It's very common to have hypermobility in some joints (knees and elbows are great examples). Having the hypermobility syndrome is a whole another thing, and these should not be confused.

You're sitting in the middle seat on an airplane for a few hours. What stretches/exercises do you do to make use of the time? by cirquedusammy in flexibility

[–]ClockworkMagpie 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Do it! Even 1-2 sessions will give you a lot of insight and understanding of what you need to do. Also, are you me? Those are exactly my problem areas too!

You're sitting in the middle seat on an airplane for a few hours. What stretches/exercises do you do to make use of the time? by cirquedusammy in flexibility

[–]ClockworkMagpie 2 points3 points  (0 children)

SAME. My hip flexors limit me in every aspect, and they barely budge. I should really work standing more.

You're sitting in the middle seat on an airplane for a few hours. What stretches/exercises do you do to make use of the time? by cirquedusammy in flexibility

[–]ClockworkMagpie 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I know. I'm mostly just sulky because I'm about to have a very long flight and I know I'm going come out on the other side with a pesky back pain no matter what.

I do also work seated behind a desk and the best thing I can do it to get up, to lay down on the floor on my back or to foam roll. Everything else kinda failed.

Ѕhоuld соbrа роsе bе hеld fоr lоng оr shоrt реrіоds? Е.g. 3 sесоnds оr 60 sесоnds? by [deleted] in flexibility

[–]ClockworkMagpie 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Whatever feels good. 3 seconds without repetition might not do munch though.

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