One of the biggest mistakes people make when trying to improve their mobility is relying on feel instead of evidence. They stretch consistently... They do more mobility routines... Yet months later they still feel "tight" and aren't sure if anything has actually changed. The question is... How do you know your mobility training is working? That's exactly why we use the Range Baseline Tests. These assessments will help you: ✅ Identify your biggest movement restrictions ✅ Establish a clear starting point ✅ Remove the guesswork from your mobility training ✅ Measure real progress over time ✅ Know exactly what areas deserve your attention Whether your goal is to squat deeper, touch your toes, unlock the splits, get out of pain, or simply move like an athlete again, these tests give you a roadmap instead of relying on hope. Your First Mission before you begin your Range Building journey: 1. Complete all 10 Mobility Baseline Tests. 2. Upload your results under the "Range Baseline Submissions" topic. 3. Re-test every few weeks to see your progress unfold. Trust me... there's nothing more motivating than looking back at where you started and seeing how much your body has changed! Head over to the 10 Key Principles section and check out "6 Ways to Measure Your Range Success." It'll show you several simple ways to track your progress beyond just how a stretch feels, so you can stay motivated and keep building momentum. Remember: What gets measured gets managed. Let's establish your baseline and build from there. Once you've completed your assessments, upload them in Range Baseline Submissions and let us know what surprised you most. I'm excited to see where everyone is starting from!

If you've been working on your horse stance this week, this is the next variation I want you to try. The Horse Stance Good Morning combines two incredibly effective movement patterns into one exercise. As you hinge forward with each rep, focus on creating more space through the hips rather than simply trying to bend lower. Think about gently opening the adductors while maintaining a tall, strong spine. You are going to feel your spinal erectors and glutes light up in this variation. These are the deep muscles responsible for supporting good posture and helping you build strength through the very range of motion you're trying to unlock. Don't rush the reps. Slow them down, own each position, and breathe into the stretch. ✅ Add load if they are feeling good with bodyweight only Have you tried this variation yet?

Why Place a Stick Across Your Legs During the Horse Stance? Well first and foremost it is going to make holding the position a whole lot harder! But more then that, it gives you instant feedback on your positioning. 1. It Encourages You to "Open" the Hips The stick acts as a cue to actively push your knees out and externally rotate through the hips. This helps engage the glutes and deep hip stabilisers rather than allowing the knees to collapse inward. 2. It Creates an Upright Torso You're encouraged to sit between your hips instead of folding forward. This allows you to maintain a taller chest and a more stacked posture. 3. It Builds Adductor Strength at Long Muscle Lengths The stick helps you find a position where you can generate more tension while keeping your hips in good alignment. 4. It Teaches Active Tension Instead of simply "sitting" in the position, the stick reminds you to actively create force: - Push the knees out (Abduct your hips) - Drive the feet into the floor. - Stay tall. Think of the stick as a coach giving you feedback. I encourage you all to try this out!