Flexibility, Performance and Horses: Talking Assisted Stretching with Alicia Brigode

In this episode I sit down with fellow equestrian Alicia Brigode, owner of the Stretch Zone franchise in Aiken, South Carolina, one of the country’s best-known horse towns. Alicia and I share a love of horses and a belief in what assisted stretching can do for the human body. We talk about how assisted stretching differs from stretching on your own, and why it can help athletes recover faster, move more freely and lower their risk of injury. We also get into what riders in particular need. Hips, low back, hamstrings and posture all affect how you sit a horse, and your mobility shapes how your horse moves underneath you. Whether you compete, ride for fun, coach athletes or work in the wellness field, you’ll come away with practical ideas about flexibility and performance, plus a look at what it’s like to run a stretch business in the heart of horse country. Connect with Alicia at Stretch Zone Aiken, and learn more about assisted stretching certification at Pivot Point Performance.