STRETCH & STRENGTH
Facilitated Stretching for a Lifetime of Physical Health.
A uniquely designed series of deep, breath connected, active stretching exercises dedicated to improving flexibility/mobility and increasing overall physical strength without equipment.
Facilitate: to assist the progress of a person; to make easier or less difficult; to help forward an action.
Emphasis is placed on facilitated (assisted) stretching exercises designed to assist individuals of all fitness levels improve flexibility, improve mobility, improve posture, prevent injury, alleviate chronic pain in overused muscle groups, improve ones ability to relax, improve mood, and so much more.
The benefits of stretching are endless and contribute to increased movement quality of every adult's physical life.
CLIENTS FEED BACK:
-Karen Andrew's customized stretch and strength program enhances and complements my cardio workouts and enables me to enjoy flexible and pain-free movement throughout the day.
Her undivided attention to my technique, including very subtle body adjustments, continues to yield unexpected benefits such as increased muscle tone, core strength and energy. I can't speak highly enough of this program."
Margot Alward
-Since taking "Stretch and Strength" with Karen, I have gained a new appreciation for my body and what I am capable of. I am building new confidence in myself and my body after having two babies and am motivated more than ever to be in the best shape physically and mentally that I can be in. I am seeing more results every week as Karen motivates me to reach my goals and to love myself inside and out, body and soul!
Tonia Cianciulli
"This class has helped me in my every day life. I'm more conscious of my posture and it as has helped my weight lifting with more of an emphasis on breathing and alignment. I feel better and bring the stretches I've learned to my regular workouts at the gym. Thanks Karen!"
Jessie Bagelman
-I am currently taking breathing and stretching exercises with Karen Andrew for my frozen shoulder. My stiff shoulder joint temporarily lost the ability to move freely; reaching overhead and reaching to the low back. I read that stretching exercises are the treatments of choice for frozen shoulder and the vast majority of patients who develop a frozen shoulder will recover their functional motion with therapy and stretching alone.
Karen is an amazing instructor and very dedicated to her work. She has provided me with exercises that I can do either at home or at work. So far, I have had 3 sessions and to this day the stiffness and pain of my shoulder has subsided quite substantially.
I look forward to my next sessions with Karen.
Denise St. Pierre
-When I began Karen's Stretch and Strength class my leg muscles were so
tight and sore that my hip flexors and hamstrings used to wake me up at
night. I started taking the Stretch and Strength class to alleviate the
pain. Within 3 classes I was no longer being woken up with leg pain. To my
surprise I also noticed that I was much more grounded and present in my
everyday life. I noticed that my breathing was deeper and more fulfilling.
I also noticed that I had better concentration and focus during my weight
workouts with my weight trainer. My body started responding a lot quicker
than I expected. I lost inches all over, my stomach flattened and my leg
muscles started to lean out and lengthen. The best unexpected result is
that I am standing straighter too!
Sophie Boyko
