#70 Stretching & Mobilizing with ”The Stretch Boss” Tina Rivera

Check out this week's podcast episode with "The Stretch Boss," Tina Rivera!

Tina Rivera known as the Stretch Boss has been highly regarded by her
celebrity clients for her recovery bodywork and tissue
manipulation. She began her journey of healing when she discovered powerlifting and personal training over 18 years ago. When Tina received her
license for physical therapy, she knew she found her purpose in life.

Over the years Tina received recognition for her distinctive
techniques by her staff and personal clients as well, earning her the
name the StretchBoss by her colleagues. Her transition from working for a
company to entrepreneurship has been liberating. She has worked
with the likes of Hip Hop artists, Pro-bodybuilders, fitness
influencers, and UFC Fighters.

A few of Tina's Certifications Include:

Body Tempering (BT-C), FRC Mobility Specialist (FRCms), Manual Lymph Drainage Therapist (L.M.T), Fascial Stretch Therapist (FST), FMT Bladed Advanced (FMT), and Mobility/WOD Movement & Mobility Specialist (m/wods).

 

In this podcast we discuss:

• 00:00 - Intro
• 00:47 - Benefits of stretching
• 02:19 - Active & Passive stretching

• 03:33 - The Stretch Boss origins story
• 08:53 - Stretching - not a stand-alone fix all
• 10:44 - Cupping Techniques
• 14:10 - The emotional component of stretching
• 21:59 - Knowing who’s on your table (Physical therapy)
• 24:16 - Exploring deficiencies in mobility 
• 28:52 - How often should you work on mobilizing?
• 31:03 - Partner assisted stretching vs. solo stretching
• 34:45 - Hydration with regards to tissue quality and movement
• 43:46 - Patience - A modern-day superpower
• 48:33 - Adding Stick Mobility to your mobility toolbox
• 51:26 - Becoming an advocate for your health
• 52:13 - Branding and Entrepreneurship
• 58:42 - Recovery methods

More from Tina:

https://thestretchboss.com/

https://www.instagram.com/thestretchboss/