Contract to Expand
"Attachment to certain beliefs can create a false illusion of what we're truly capable of. Detachment from these same beliefs will free you to explore your true capacity." - David Martin
Over the years there have been a number of things that I picked up a long the way that provide excellent examples. One such lesson is that of flexibility, although it may not be what you're thinking.
In my early days as an athlete at the US Olympic Training Center I was introduced to a technique to increase my flexibility called Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation (PNF) or Isometric Stretching.
The technique allowed me to achieve major increases in my flexibility and also to assist in recovery from injuries as needed. The basic idea is that by contracting your muscles, you can expand their flexibility.
How it works (make sure to consult with your health professional before attempting any exercise. The following is only to illustrate a concept and is not to be construed as advice):
Example: Sitting in a hurdler's stretch (one leg pulled back), you would lean forward trying to touch your head to your knee. After you reach your maximum stretch, back off a bit, then contract your hamstring, almost as if you're pulling it into the ground. Maintain the contraction for 15 - 30 seconds, then relax the muscle.
Now stretch your head toward your knee again. You'll find that you can go much further this time, possibly all the way, depending on what level of flexibility you had already attained.
And, how can it assist you to move toward your goals?
Simple; contract your mind to expand your possibilities.
Get rid of the JUNK!
Too much going on, too many goals, too much "stuff" to focus on, can divert your energies and actually hinder your progress.
One of the concepts I recommend to my members & students is this. After you clearly define your goals, then select THREE to concentrate your energies on for the remainder of the year.
That's it...three.
By doing this, you'll make faster progress on toward your goals AND you'll invoke the principle of Collateral Success. That means you'll still achieve other goals due to the effort you're making to the main goals.
So, "Contract To Expand". You'll find results pour in faster than you can imagine.
Until next time, put everything you have into everything you do.
Best of Success,
David Martin
EmpowerMax PCS, Inc.
info@empowermax.com
The Performance Zone
Over the years there have been a number of things that I picked up a long the way that provide excellent examples. One such lesson is that of flexibility, although it may not be what you're thinking.
In my early days as an athlete at the US Olympic Training Center I was introduced to a technique to increase my flexibility called Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation (PNF) or Isometric Stretching.
The technique allowed me to achieve major increases in my flexibility and also to assist in recovery from injuries as needed. The basic idea is that by contracting your muscles, you can expand their flexibility.
How it works (make sure to consult with your health professional before attempting any exercise. The following is only to illustrate a concept and is not to be construed as advice):
Example: Sitting in a hurdler's stretch (one leg pulled back), you would lean forward trying to touch your head to your knee. After you reach your maximum stretch, back off a bit, then contract your hamstring, almost as if you're pulling it into the ground. Maintain the contraction for 15 - 30 seconds, then relax the muscle.
Now stretch your head toward your knee again. You'll find that you can go much further this time, possibly all the way, depending on what level of flexibility you had already attained.
And, how can it assist you to move toward your goals?
Simple; contract your mind to expand your possibilities.
Get rid of the JUNK!
Too much going on, too many goals, too much "stuff" to focus on, can divert your energies and actually hinder your progress.
One of the concepts I recommend to my members & students is this. After you clearly define your goals, then select THREE to concentrate your energies on for the remainder of the year.
That's it...three.
By doing this, you'll make faster progress on toward your goals AND you'll invoke the principle of Collateral Success. That means you'll still achieve other goals due to the effort you're making to the main goals.
So, "Contract To Expand". You'll find results pour in faster than you can imagine.
Until next time, put everything you have into everything you do.
Best of Success,
David Martin
EmpowerMax PCS, Inc.
info@empowermax.com
The Performance Zone
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