Charlie emailed me at the beginning of the week and said Rupert was having some computer problems on his end but hoped to get the article up this weekend. Sorry for the delay but it’s out of my hands.
That plus priorities (like getting the new movie out on time).
Thanks.
Rupert
OK, thanks
Update, Rupert’s going to post it as a PDF, probably due to its length. It’s more of a short training manual than a typical article.
Nice, will it be on the articles section of the homepage Rupert?
I’m having trouble converting the article into PDF format and posting it due to the file size. Until I can get this solved, post your email address if you want me to send you a copy (do not PM me).
Just to warn you, it’s a 1 MB Word document.
I signed up for Yahoo Briefcase, but public file sharing is not part of the free service. If I send a copy of the article to someone who has access to online file sharing feel free to start a thread under the Articles section and post a link to my article.
can you send me the article to jamirok@libero.it ?
I can put it on my web space.
Thanks a lot.
(you can try for PDF format, PDF4 free - http://www.pc-facile.com/download/pdf_writer_viewer/pdf4free/)
Rupert solved the problem and managed to reduce the article to a 150kb PDF file that you can download at this link:
http://www.charliefrancis.com/cfarticles/cohagan/stretching.pdf
For those that are interested in learning the complete myofascial stretching system, there is an upcomping seminar with Guy Voyer, September 22-25, 2005 in Oakville, Ontario. To register call
Sutherland Academy of Osteopathy
at 905-464-6477
or email info@osteopathy.ca
www.osteopathy.ca
I will not be attending due to time and financial constraints, but it’s my hope that my article will encourage someone from this forum to attend and become the resident expert.
Thank you Flash!
Thanks Flash, sorry if I missed it, but is there a length of time, number of sets each position should be held. Thanks again. Rep points to Flash! 
That gets into stretching methods, as opposed to specific stretches. I really didn’t intend to include any specifics on this point for the article. Rucsandra’s advice was three holds of 30 sec for each stretch.
My advice is to treat them as any other type of static stretch and apply any of the methods or guidelines you would for static stretching.
OK, thanks
I should also add that when you first start practicing these stretches, you probably won’t be able to hold them for very long if you’re following the instructions closely. Therefore, worrying about the ideal length of hold, while important, is of secondary concern until you become proficient at the technique.
Any comments? I’m curious as to whether anyone has found the article useful.
I’ve tried only few stretches.
On number 7 - Psoas.
IMO, if you sidebend your trunk on the right for left psoas stretch (or on the left for right psoas stretch) and raise your arm (biceps close to your ear) the stretch will be deeper.
I’m joking with ELDOA…practice…
Roucsandra told me there are several variations on the psoas stretch. The one she taught me (in the article) is the simplest.
Also, when doing the psoas stretch really make sure the pelvis is pulled back and the lower spine is flat. Most people probably will not flatten the lower back enough. Subjectively, it should feel like you’re making the stomach very concave. It might feel like you’re pulling back too far and rounding your back, but you’re not.
ok, thanks.
Another point that ties in with the one above, is that it is VERY difficult at first to keep the hips level and square in the lunge positions while also pulling the pelvis back and flattening the lower back properly. There is a tendency to lose one position while getting into the other. At first, the lunge may only constitute sticking the support leg out.
Proper pelvic position is crucial to placing tension through the fascia in most of these stretches, so pay special attention to those cues that relate to the hips and lower back, and don’t sacrifice the proper pelvic position in an attempt to get a deeper lunge. It defeats the purpose of the stretch.
It is my understanding that Guy’s theory involves 22 axes of the pelvis. So proper pelvic alignment is not as easy as it may sound at first.
flash,what loosening pattern or exercises does your guy prescribe.