You've probably been told by more than one (or twenty-one...) people that you outta stretch a bit after training and playing. Solid advice. But what specific stretches, why, and for how long each? Instead of all this confusion, how about a beer instead?!? So the physical recovery gets it's usual dismissal. And you KNOW you should do better, but...you know... Instead of suggestions, options, and more confusion, here are 3 Great Stretches to help you feel awesome after putting in some hard work. Let's start here in the passive zone, and then you can get into other more active recovery methods (like spin-downs, rolling, etc.) if you care to. Each of these stretches are 1-leg at a time so you can feel the difference between sides. Hold each for 60 seconds at a 7-out-of-10 intensity (feel a great stretch, but don't be uncomfortable so that it's a mental challenge to hold them). Get deeper into each position as stretch progresses. And you'll feel more confident day-over-day with these which will give you even MORE range. But remember - there's no award for getting into the bend-iest position, so follow the details and get the best stretch for yourself. Hamstrings. Groins. Glutes. And because these stretches feel so darned good, I've added a bonus one that you've seen before for good measure. That great Quad / Hip Flexor gem. 8 minutes total. Be the weirdo after your match who can both talk AND stretch. Start a timer, and enjoy doing yourself a solid. Click the Like button if these helpful, and Comment if you have anything you want to share or ask about. 🔥 Enjoy! Coach DV

If you keep wingin' it with your squash training, do you think you'll start seeing improvement? Maybe soon...ish? Any time now, perhaps? 🫣 Working on what you think about can't be the best way to improve. Take a step back, be honest with yourself, and identify where you need to be spending your time to start seeing the progress you know you can make. The best planning tool you can find for your squash strength & fitness is in the Member Zone classroom. This tool is for players AND for coaches to use so everyone can maximize their time and efforts. 💪 And it is free for you, the Squash Strength & Fitness community. 🥳 So, go to the Classroom and find it in the Member Zone. More awesome stuff is coming your way soon. Plan. Train. Win. Thanks for being a member! Coach Derek

Squash players are famous for their post-match recovery, but it's more on the "social" side of aisle 🫣😬. Here's a really great stretch if you're interested in adding a bit of freedom into your knees and hips. I've added this - along with 3 other stretches - after every training session, and it's a bona fide winner. It's low effort, high reward. *Hold for 60 sec each side. *Repeat more than once if you like how it feels. *Use a folded towel if you can't track down a yoga block. *You can kneel on a padded chair or bench instead, but it'll take more effort (which I don't love spending after I'm done). Enjoy!

Find your no-nonsense, free strength & fitness programs testing in the Classroom. This is for all of you who love playing squash and dig improving your strength & fitness. So...all of you :) Tell your friends to join the community! Anyone can view these programs, but only members can download the training plans. Thanks for being members of the Squash Strength & Fitness community :) Coach Derek

A free, no-nonsense core strength program for the Squash Strength & Fitness community. Thanks for being a member 🤗 🥳 💪. ✅ 6 weeks / 12 sessions in duration. ✅ Includes testing. ✅ No equipment needed. ✅ Tight space friendly. ✅ Get results from anywhere. Find it in the Classroom tab 🔥. If you have any questions, just ask! DV