Interested in best ways to improve stances in Karate that being Shiko Dachi (open hips and stop knees dropping in) , Neko Ashi Dachi (better ankle movement to get lower) and Zenkutsu dachi (square hips up and get back heal on the ground). Anyone do Karate found which part of the Flex Method helped themost? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3zKEjH9IsFY

Both "Start Here" and "Strength Stretching", which is the core of FlexTheory, have been published and are available to all members. Strength Stretching session one is about 35 minutes long and will be accompanied by 2-3 training sessions each week for a six week duration. Afterward some of the emphases will change to introduce additional material, and we will continue successive 6-8 week series' as we build forward together.

✅ START HERE❗️ Welcome to The FLE❌THEORY Method! This is your hub for introductions and onboarding to get you started. Please introduce yourself on this thread, and let us know: ⭕️ How you found us ⭕️ Your training goals ⭕️ Your biggest physical challenges This site is Gamified. Community support via Likes will level you up to provide additional Classroom access, and enhance our group culture with you in it. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ✅ START TRAINING❗️ Here is a strategy that will help you get the most out of your training: 1) Go to Classroom/Start Here. Learn the first set of principles and processes 2) Begin Good Guys Build Backs (GGBB) start with #GGBB Session #1 10/9/2025 and repeat it 2-3x during a seven day period. 3) If you have shoulder issues, also start with #HYS: #1, which can be done with 2) without conflict, 2-3x during the same seven day period. 4) GGBB pairs exceptionally well with Hips of Fury. Begin #HOF One 9/19/2025 This is more intense work that begins strengthening your hips at length all the way around the sockets, and makes ALL of the straddle work more accessible. Same deal with 2-3x/week. 5) Enter the Straddle is perfect if you can sit in s straddle position with a 90 ° spread, and have the ability to lean forward and put your hands on the floor unassisted. #ETS Session One 9/1/2025 is the beginning of lifetime changes. Numbers 4) and 2) are exceptional to make this whole series far superior. Repeat all training choices twice weekly at a minimum. You will gain wisdom with the training that you repeat, and repeating it will give you more time to properly adapt. Expect to see noticeable positive changes after a couple of weeks of consistent work. Post your questions, observations, breakthroughs, and aha moments here, and let the community embrace your needs and successes.

GGBB #1 and #2 are available. This category and series is for healing and developing the tissues that support the stability and strength of you middle and lower back. It is also great for gaining additional access to the hamstring and adductors in a straddle by removing more of your back from the equation. Even if your back does not feel stiff before you do these exercises, you will quickly realize the superior nature and development potential afterward. Get at it and Flex Hard!