Principles of Somatic Stretching

• Internal Focus: The primary distinction from traditional stretching is the focus on internal sensation over external appearance or a specific range of motion goal. You tune in to your body's internal experience during gentle movements.

• Mindful Movement: Movements are performed slowly and with conscious awareness to re-educate the brain and nervous system.

• Pandiculation: A key technique involves mindfully contracting a muscle group and then very slowly releasing it to its full resting length, which helps reset muscle memory.