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Using household items for stretching is like using a butter knife to tighten a screw. It will work… but a screwdriver makes the job faster and easier. No fancy equipment needed for stretching: -Chairs and books for support -Towel or carpeting for padding -Belt for a strap As you progress, the drills will get harder, and there is a point where quality equipment makes your life better: -Thick yoga blocks for support -Squishy mat for padding -Fitness strap for a strap By investing in good equipment, you can spend less time fiddling with your setup and more time stretching. And if your session is more enjoyable, you'll likely keep showing up. What are you investing in next?

Stopped by Whole Foods for a bottle of NA and found this wine. Was it as good as champagne? No Was it still tasty? Yes Do I feel rested and ready to take on the day this morning? 100% yes If you want to have fun without the headache, there are more and more nonalcoholic options hitting the shelves. Try a few and find one you love. What is your favorite nonalcoholic drink?

I start every flexibility workout the same: with shoulder rolls. I do this for 4 reasons: 1) Doing the same thing helps signal to my brain it's time to work out. 2) It's simple, and I won't be doing anything complicated when I start. 3) Less mental effort because I stick to the same thing. 4) Shoulder rolls are a great starting warm-up. Is it interesting? No But does it work? Yes If you're getting back into stretching, start with the same simple movements to warm up your body. Sticking to a boring routine will help you warmup with ease. Found this helpful? If this inspired you, repost♻️to inspire your peers too!

Something I wish I knew when I started stretching: The importance of shoulder mobility & conditioning. External rotation exercises are so important, especially if you have bendy goals with arms overhead. Externally rotating your shoulders moves your shoulder blades away from your spine and gives you more space to move. Not sure how to condition it? Give this exercise a try: 1) Start lying on your side 2) Place a towel under your arm 3) Hold a small weight 4) Rotate up and down Do 3 sets of 10. As you get stronger, increase the weight. Have you tried this exercise before?

Had a blast at Sun n Fun yesterday! Took a break from my usual Friday activities to check out the show. Fellow aviation professionals, what is your favorite air show?

The hardest part is getting started. If it's been months or years since you've worked out, you likely feel trapped in your stiff and weak body. Unsure where to start. Afraid to step into a gym. Everything you want to try seems like a mountain. Instead of fixating on the end goal, focus on the next step: -Start moving at home -Take a few more steps each day -Move with simple exercises Once you've started, adding on more will feel much more achievable. Not sure where to start? Try flexibility training: It teaches the building blocks of movement with strength and control, which helps fitness beginners improve their movement before they get into more complicated workouts. If you've paused and started again, what's one tip you have for someone just starting out?

It's important to stretch when you feel mentally drained and physically exhausted. Showing up on the 50% days will increase your capacity on the 100% days. So embrace those low-energy days: ✅Don't go all out ✅Start with a thorough warmup ✅Focus on the conditioning ✅Prioritize technique When you start moving, you'll feel better and might surprise yourself with what you can do. Practice on a bad day will make your good days that much easier. If you're having a tired day, make showing up the win. What do you do when you're feeling tired?

With the right training plan and coach, you can get more flexible as an adult. Last weekend, I did something that seemed impossible two months ago: Arms forward cheststand while grabbing feet. How it happened so quickly: Ulzii Kee (world-renowned contortionist) moved to Sarasota, and I started training with her. -We drilled the technique. -We focused on building strength. -I practiced 2-3 times a week. If you feel stuck in your body, find a coach to guide you towards your goals. You'll achieve your goals much faster than if you did it alone. What is something that a coach has helped you achieve in your life?

I don't think people realize, when you start training flexibility, it will suck. When you start: ✔️You will think so much about technique, because it isn't automatic. ✔️Your body will freak out because it's doing things you haven't done before. ✔️You will feel weak and unable to control your body. As you keep going: ✔️The muscle memory will develop, and your body will help you ✔️You'll push into the discomfort as your body feels safer ✔️You will feel stronger and more in control of your body. If you're in the early stages of training, focus on the technique and conditioning. I promise it will feel easier after a few weeks, and you'll unlock more movement capability. Where are you with your flexibility journey? In the early stages or later?

The healthy dining options by MRO Americas are pretty much nonexistent this year. What I'm packing to stay on track this week: -Oatmeal -Protein powder -Roasted chickpeas -Nuts And later today, I'll be grabbing some shelf-stable produce and jerky from a grocery store. I hope to find something better when I'm there, but I'm preparing for the worst. I know if I don't have a stash, I'll be tempted to break down and buy junk when hangry. Staying on track while traveling all comes down to having a plan. How do you stay on track when traveling to a healthy food desert?

That post-flight stretch list 🛩️😆 Had to get a photo stretching post-flight on Saturday. Sitting for extended periods results in tight hamstrings. The next time you fly, don't forget to stretch after. Not sure where to start? I'm offering a free Intro to Active Flexibility class a week from today. Comment below or send me a DM if you want in.

L3Harris Commercial Aviation is now Acron Aviation. New brand and new colors. Same people and products. I'll be at MRO Americas for the new brand launch✈️ Stop by booth 5215, say hi, and let's chat about avionics. Will I see you there? #MROAmericas

I hope you take some time off with friends and/or family this weekend. Yesterday, I went sailing on the bay. A much-needed break from the hustle on land. The reason for working out and working is to then enjoy our health and wealth, doing other things in life. Who else did something to unplug this weekend?

If your forward fold is feeling easy, try the flamingo 🦩 This exercise helps you get deeper into your hamstrings by focusing on one leg at a time. How to do it: ✅Stand on one leg like a flamingo ✅Free leg is a kickstand for balance ✅Keep back & standing leg straight ✅Hinge forward at your hips ✅Hold onto something for balance Stay in the stretch 30-60 seconds. Repeat on the other side. Have you tried the flamingo before?

Do you struggle with sitting up right in your straddle stretch? Give this modification a try: -Grab a stack of blocks, a pillow, or both -Make a booster seat -Sit on the stack If you're in a booster seat, your hips will have a greater starting angle, so you won't be starting at your end range anymore. If you're struggling, try this and get more out of your straddle stretch. Found this helpful? If this inspired you, repost♻️to inspire your peers too!

Great day one at #mroamericas with Kevin Balys from KGB AVIATION SOLUTIONS LLC . Looking forward to working together on this exciting development.

A weird thing people don't know about back flexibility training: core conditioning is part of it. Without a strong core, you're a wobbly noodle. At the end of every training session, you should add extra conditioning. Some of my go-to exercises: -Lying down pike press -Hollow body hold -Planks Conditioning after back bending helps cool down your back while strengthening your core muscles to better support your body. The next time you stretch, don't forget your core. Your body will thank you. What's your favorite drill for your core?

If you want to back bend, you need a strong core. This is one of my favorite exercises because it can eventually be combined with leg circles, targeting both the core and hips. How to do the level 1 version: 1) Start seated on the floor 2) Place hands behind you 3) Lower to your elbows 4) Engage your core & think of turning your tailbone up to the sky 5) Hold the pose for 30 seconds If you're goal is to get a more mobile back, make sure you're strengthening the front of your core too. With a strong core you can ease into and out of poses instead of slamming into your back when you stretch. Found this helpful? If this inspired you, repost♻️to inspire your peers too!

My circus training came in handy. I did not get sick. Such a great experience flying yesterday with beautiful weather. More video would have been nice, but I decided to be mostly phone-down so I could experience it.

Got invited to go flying today🛩️ I will post more photos later this weekend. I hope you're also doing something fun and exciting today.