WeStretch Blog

Serious About Sleep

Jul 29, 2020

Sleep is a huge part of our lives- we spend about a third of our days asleep, yet, how much do we really know about it, other than the magical eight hours? We’re hoping to …

Start journaling- but do it your way!

Jul 28, 2020

A few years ago, when I was working down in Florida on Disney’s International College Program, I signed up for a course through the Disney University. I had no idea what I was getting into, …

I tried WeStretch for a week- this is what I found.

Jul 1, 2020

The human consciousness is a unique thing. Why can I consciously want to improve, and subconsciously reject all attempts at success? I wanted WeStretch to succeed- and it is a brilliant and unique concept - …

How to Make Stretching a Habit

Jun 3, 2020

You’ve discovered our app! Neat! Welcome to WeStretch! Now comes the challenge of making it a consistent habit, to make it a part of your daily routine, but that can be daunting. How do you even …

Taking care of your mental health by taking care of your body

May 5, 2020

Rising late, you slug yourself over to the couch to start another day of binge watching. This constant feeling of helplessness during quarantine has gotten to you, and you have a hard time finding the …

We’re bringing healthy back.

Apr 13, 2020

If you are contending with discomfort of back pain, you are not alone. According to Statistics Canada, back problems are among the most common chronic conditions in our nation, with four out of five adults …

Cat Stretch Fever – Mastering the benefits of stretching

Dec 12, 2019

If you have spent any time around cats, you have likely noticed a few things such as their amazing flexibility, their speed and agility, their intense napping schedule and the fact that they are straight …

Why I Stretch

Nov 25, 2019

Remember, remember, the fifth of November. Not because I hold a political grudge, but I remember it was around four in the afternoon when the chief asked me to write this blog post, with total …

Press Release

May 13, 2019

Innovative New Fitness App, WeStretch, Applies Proprietary Algorithm to Keep Users Young – Now Available May 13, 2019 – If there is one physical activity with the potential to slow down the effects of aging, it's …

Why Diabetics Should Start Stretching Daily

Nov 21, 2018

If you’re a diabetic stiff and sore joints may seem like a normal part of your life. You’ve noticed that it’s becoming more and more difficult to do everyday activities like tying your shoes. And …

Stretching for women over 40 reaps benefits now and into the future

9 Stretching Benefits Women Over 40 Should Know

Oct 9, 2018

Women over 40 do weight training and cardio workouts to keep their bones strong and their hearts healthy. But there is one pillar of fitness that’s often neglected. That's a regular stretching routine done separately …

11 Quotes from Famous Athletes That Will Inspire You to Stretch Daily

Sep 22, 2018

Most of us know deep down that stretching is essential. But few of us make time for daily stretching sessions. So how about some stretching inspiration? We've gathered quotes from 11 famous athletes on why stretching and flexibility …

How to Stretch Safely and Effectively

Aug 23, 2018

A question we often get asked is how to stretch safely and effectively. Believe it or not, stretching can be quite a controversial topic in some circles. So, we put together this quick checklist of stretching …

The 7 Deadly Excuses That Prevent You From Stretching

Jul 10, 2018

There's lots of stretching excuses out there. You know you SHOULD stretch, but it's easy to talk yourself out of it. You might have the best intentions about starting a stretching routine, yet it's hard to find …

Get Strong and Flexible with These 5 Stretching Modalities

Jul 3, 2018

Did you know that there are many different stretching methods that go way beyond the stretches you learned in gym class? Most of us would agree that stretching feels great. But stretching, in general, has benefits …