At 3 pm European Time stiff people meet at zoom to get more flexible. People join from 28 different countries. It’s possible to see many of the participants. Lucas is the trainer. Within fifteen minutes we stretch our hips. Every day two positions and alternatives are shown. Today was hard for me, I guess for others, too. Yet todays stretching will make back bending easier.

The course lasts 21 days. I’ll get to know 42 positions that stretch the hips in all possible ways. It’s an inspiration for sure. Above all one feels less alone on that globe during lockdown light. My phone is the window to that world. I think this is so special, I couldn’t have imagined a few years ago that I’d have a phone that allows me to watch other people stretching. I’m happy to be part of such a nice community.

What after these 21 days?

I learn that stretching can be rather relaxing. Indeed the goal is to relax. Exhaling shall be double as long as possible. This calms the nervous system. Then stretching is possible The method makes me even tired. Stretching before going to bed is like a sleeping pill. It’s so much better than watching TV.

Stretch and then sleep. What a lovely evening routine.