This is for our buddy @Bill Widmer who's holding us all accountable. (thanks for that) I've been meaning to post an update on my meditation/steps progress after week 1and will get on that. In the meantime: I've come across 3 didfferent convos today about soreness. Not surprisisng as many of us in this and other communities are challenging ourselves to move more again... and if it's been awhile, you might be feelin all the feels. It's important to know how to introduce movement to the body and also how to "sign off" from it. If you're unfmailiar with dynamic vs static stretching this is also for you: 1️⃣Dynamic Stretching = Movement-based prep. Think of it as your body’s warm-up whisperer. It involves controlled, intentional movements that mimic the exercises you’re about to do. Think: leg swings, arm circles, or walking lunges. Goal: increase blood flow, improve mobility, and wake up your nervous system. Best time: before your workout. You’re literally telling your body, “Hey, we’re about to lift, move, and sweat. Let’s go.” 2️⃣Static Stretching = Hold and lengthen. This is your cool-down companion. You hold a stretch Thhink: touching your toes or a quad stretch for 20-30 seconds to help release tension and improve flexibility. Goal: calm your system, lengthen tight muscles, and aid recovery. Best time: after your workout. It’s basically your body’s “thank you” note for showing up. 💡 Quick Tip: 🥶 Dynamic = do it when you’re cold. 🥵 Static = do it when you’re warm. If you start your workout with static stretching, you’re essentially hitting the gas while the car’s still cold. Not ideal. Warm up with movement, cool down with stillness. Makes sense right? Watch video 1, then 2 Happy strecthing!