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Today’s Question

David, how can I become as flexible as you?

Answer

Flexibility is mostly built through consistent training volume, much like building muscle.

Bodybuilders track how often they train each muscle.

Flexibility works the same way. Your body adapts to what you repeat.

Aim to stretch each muscle around 10 times per week.

If you stretch five days per week, that could look like touching your toes for about 30 seconds twice per day.

But if you only stretch twice per week, you would simply do more sets on those days to reach a similar weekly total.

That said, genetics matter.

Some people are naturally flexible and do not need to stretch as much to move well.

However, others may feel like a rotisserie chicken trying to fold in half. Most of us fall somewhere in the middle and improve with consistent practice.

The takeaway is simple.

Flexibility is less about talent and more about repetition. Small doses done often beat heroic stretching once in a while.

To further enhance your flexibility, experiment with active range-of-motion work, deep breathing, and strength training in new ranges of motion.

This is how I train.

Stay patient. Stay consistent. 

Stay Flexy,

David

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This movement improves spinal mobility and flexibility while teaching controlled spinal flexion.

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How to Do It:

Sit tall with your legs straight and toes pointing up. Tuck your chin and slowly round forward, reaching past your feet.

Inhale at the bottom, then engage your core and roll back up to sitting tall.

Tips:

• Focus on rounding through the spine
• Move slowly and with control
• Keep your shoulders relaxed as you reach forward

Many of these exercises are in my printed flexibility routine.

Gaming can improve hand-eye coordination, reaction time, and fine motor control. Some studies have even found benefits for surgeons. But, as with anything, too much can lead to eye strain, poor posture, and overuse injuries. The key is balance.

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Stand on one leg and see how long you can stay steady before your foot touches the ground, then switch sides (keep a chair or wall nearby if needed).

Time yourself and reply with your best hold.

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