Guides
Stretching and mobility guides.
Clear, practical explanations from the osteopaths and physiotherapists behind Stretch Birmingham. No fads, no miracle claims.
Read the guides.
01
Flexibility vs mobility
The two words are often used as if they mean the same thing. They do not, and knowing the difference helps you choose what to work on.
02
How often should you stretch?
The honest answer is: more often than most people do, but less intensely than many think. Here is what the research and our clinical team suggest.
03
Static vs dynamic stretching
Two of the most common ways to stretch, with different jobs. Here is what each one is, when to use it and where assisted stretching fits.