Are Rigid Muscles
Robbing You of Your Strength?

Strength Stretching For a Bigger Squat, Bench Press and Deadlift With Pavel DVD 38 minutes Ordering Information Customer reviews of: Strength Stretching Average Rating: 9.6 in 16 reviews

Traditional stretching programs weaken you —
but stop stretching altogether and you’ll
doom yourself to injuries and mediocrity!

Discover the world’s only stretching protocol specifically and uniquely designed to increase — not reduce — a powerlifter’s strength.

“Strength Stretching is a virtual must for the powerlifter, novice or advanced. Our bodies change as our body mass increases, mostly unnoticed until lack of mobility and flexibility causes reduced performance, or worse injury.

Pavel has addressed these issues with time proven methods from the former USSR. Strength Stretching has helped Westside Barbell enormously and I know it will help everyone who is in powerlifting at any stage of the game."
—LOUIE SIMMONS, Westside Barbell

The iron elite knows that ‘being tight’ is critical to making that big lift. At the same time you can’t put up a big squat, bench press, or deadlift without having just the right amount of flexibility and only in the right places. A paradox.

Ignore stretching altogether — and lose power to the joints that ‘don’t bend easy’. Do stretches designed for fighters or other athletes — and toss away strength by the bucket… because you’ll lose your crucial ‘tightness’. Either way, a dead end.

Not any more. Enter Strength Stretching by Pavel, the only flexibility program custom designed to up your squat, up your bench, up your dead!

“Pavel is a fitness visionary. He has been teaching people about whole body functional training when sports scientists and exercise leaders were emphasizing aerobics and muscle isolation bodybuilding techniques. He formulated his methods by combining training principles developed by Soviet and eastern European coaches and scientists, worldwide sports medicine research, and personal experience. His books and DVDs will help athletes increase power, functional flexibility, and neuromuscular control, while minimizing the risk of injury. Coaches, athletes, and sports scientists will benefit from his unique training courses.”
—DR. THOMAS FAHEY, Exercise Physiology Lab, Dept of Kinesiology Track and Field Team , California State University, Chico

• Gain up to 15% on your pulling strength — by learning how to properly arch your back
• How to arch higher — and bench more — without killing your back
• Master the Kettlebell Depth Squat — the Russian powerlifting secret for teaching perfect squat and pull form and developing championship flexibility
• Discover how to release the hidden brakes that are silently sabotaging your deadlift
• How to relax your turtle traps — and up your dead
• How to squat with the big boys — without killing your shoulders and elbows
• How to wide sumo with the best — and make it look easy

“For a couple of years, people have been badly misunderstanding me. I keep saying that "stretching is a waste of time" and what they are hearing me say is "stretching is a waste of time." Like many others, I always laugh when a big strong burly guy steps into a gym and warms up by tossing his leg up on a barre like he remembered from watching a Soviet dancer do on the Ed Sullivan Show in 1965. Or, the guy who tries to get ready for a street football game by imitating a hurdler and jumping on the ground for a variety of odd twists.

Pavel's latest DVD, Strength Stretching made me keep saying "Yes, yes, that is what I mean." There is a wide chasm between "Toe Touches" and Narrow Grip Overhead Squats in terms of getting one ready...or preparing to improve...an athletic movement.

In this DVD, Pavel takes us through the Big Three of Powerlifting (Squat, Deadlift and Bench Press) and shows simple movements with Olympic Bars, racks, and benches on how to set up the body to lift more. Let me say this: the section on Wall Squats (hard to explain...easy to understand when you watch) is the single best explanation of squatting I have ever seen. I kept saying, "Yeah...that's what I mean" as I watched it. That section is worth the investment for anybody still struggling with figuring out the squat.

John DuCane and I were discussing the "WTH" effect ("What The Hell") and I am more and more convinced that expansive periodization and more gear (suits, bands, straps and the illegal kind) that dominate most lifting discussions today are completely ignoring the possibilities of WTH. A few minutes investment (38, I think) of watching Strength Stretching and an honest commitment of taking one or two ideas from the DVD would provide the lifter with a greater total as well as the real "body armor" to protect against injury.

One thing I really liked about the DVD is the clarity provided by not only Pavel's explanations but the simple graphics that accompanied the points. I kept having that "Oh" moment where you are convinced you know something, realize that you don't, then say out loud, "Oh." The DVD is filled with these and I am a bit humbled today by the realization that I thought I understood a lot of things about flexibility and lifting and realize that I knew little.

I loved the DVD. A viewer might discover that they may already be doing several of the Strength Stretches but might quickly discover, as I did, that one additional idea or factor can turn that stretch into a game changer. Good Stuff!”
—DANIEL JOHN, Salt Lake City, UT

Customer reviews of: Strength Stretching	Average Rating: 9.6 in 16 reviews
What the greats do naturally, Pavel teaches to the rest of us...	Rated 10 out of 10
When I consume a teaching resource, I look for two things; first does it have something i can use immediately, and second does it mention something that I have been playing with in the gym. "Strength Stretching" hits both points several times. Things I used immediately are the wall squat, the Wedge, the RKC hip flexor stretch, and the GHR back stretch. The wall squat has become my squat warmup drill, the wedge changed my dl start routine, the hip flexor stretch and when to use it are now part of my training and meet bag of tricks, and the use of the GHR for learning to arch is ingenious. The press behind the neck stretch and "prying" are two drills that I have been playing with and have enhanced through the DVD. The Wall squat portion itself would have made the DVD worth it, but the rest of the material is superb and clearly presented. Graphics are concise. Great for both new and more experienced PLers. Very few things have my full endorsement, but this does. powerlifter54 - under the bar
A resource that all powerlifters should consider.	Rated 10 out of 10
The squat, bench and deadlift are staple lifts whether you train for competition or just want to pack on usable muscle. Strength Stretching can be a valuable resource in learning how to make the most of these lifts. I have purchases many of Pavel's products over the years, so I expect a lot from them. This one is no disappointment. Exercises given in this video help lifters develop good form in the squat and deadlift and improve flexibility for all three lifts. Movements are explained and demonstrated in Pavel's usual straight forward and easy to understand manner. This is done without making the explanations overly lengthy or wordy. The video is well organized and has good amount of production value to it. Pavel makes references to current day lifters and Russian athletes. Its not hard to recognize that quite a bit of research has gone into this effort. Beginning and exerienced lifters can all benefit from this video. PatCNJ - West Paterson
Strength Stretching is well worth the money.	Rated 10 out of 10
I recently recieved the Strength Stretching DVD. This is another quality product from DD. I was suprised at how much information was on the video, considering the price it is a great bargain. This is a must for people who squat, bench, or deadlift. And I believe it's worth owning for anyone who lifts weights, or kettlebells. I don't do any of the powerlifts, I only train with kettlebells but I believe that using the information will definately improve my kettlebell lifting. I really like that DD is putting out products now for specific athletes, i.e. powerlifters. I hope they put out some programs for kettlebells and martial arts next!! A great product in my opinion. JonathanFrost - Naples, FL USA
If you are a PLer this is a must have	Rated 10 out of 10
After suffering several nagging injuries from PL I finally came across this valuable resource. There are several exercises within this DVD that I implemented into my training program immediately. I am confident that the stretches and techniques mentioned in Strength Stretching will not only up my total, but keep me injury free in the years to come. I recommend this DVD highly. T. Phillips RKC - Marlboro, NJ USA
Great Tips on the Big Three Lifts!!	Rated 10 out of 10
This DVD contains some great advice and illustration relating to some techniques that anyone performing these lifts must see! Although the advertising seems to be geared towards power lifters, much of the information is beneficial to anyone wanting to perform these great exercises on a regular basis even at lower weights. I have greatly improved my form in all three lifts, and feel more confident now that I'm doing them correctly and safely. This is not just a stretching DVD, but will explain and show how to do the lifts themselves as well! Well worth the cost and more. Thanks Pavel! Randy Haylor Jr. - Ramstein, Germany
Yes! I am ready to take my strength, energy and health to undreamt-of new heights thanks to Strength Stretching. I want to order Strength Stretching NOW and understand that I am ordering with ZERO RISK because Strength Stretching comes with a 100% satisfaction guarantee for one full year!
I just thought I knew how to squat!	Rated 10 out of 10
I've been squatting for 18 years and have spent the last 8 years teaching young football players the squat. I realized only a few minutes into the DVD that I really didn't know as much about squatting as I thought I did. I bought the DVD to help with my hip flexibility and got so much more than just that. I have went through the material several times; even taking notes and trying to break it down and put it into practice. It is an amazing amount of info for only 38 minutes. It was worth the price and will continue to pay dividends in the future. If your serious about any or all of the three power lifts this DVD is a must have resource! Darren Lamar, High School Football Coach - Temple, OK USA
Real practical functional	Rated 10 out of 10
There is more useful stuff in this DVD than in a years worth of bodybuilding magazines. Joe - Hillsboro, MO USA
Immediate Results	Rated 10 out of 10
Do these stretches and feel the difference in your lifting. A big bonus is the stretches and the biomechanical tips will help alleviate old nagging injuries. Tom Gelveles PT - Brightwaters, NY
stretching for strength seriously	Rated 10 out of 10
The one thing I really liked about this video is Pavel really explains how to stretch and use your core to make your gains bigger,heavier, and shows other stretching exercises that strengthen your abs which is part of your core. Once you get the video you will understand what I am saying. Michael Stephenson - ParkLand, Fl USA
Discover your body's true potential	Rated 10 out of 10
Pavels instructs on many crucial points in an exemplary precise and detailed way, making them very easy to grasp, follow and most importantly gain from. Having been in the game for quite a while, I thought I had reached a plateau near my max potential, but within a month of applying his advice I have added 33% to all the three majors - bench, squat and dead – and I’m confident the gains will continue: Strength Stretching is a roadmap to the adventure of rediscovering the body and its true potential. I strongly recommend it to any power lifter, serious fitness athlete or personal trainer. Kim Bach Petersen - Denmark
Yes! I am ready to take my strength, energy and health to undreamt-of new heights thanks to Strength Stretching. I want to order Strength Stretching NOW and understand that I am ordering with ZERO RISK because Strength Stretching comes with a 100% satisfaction guarantee for one full year!
Watch for duplication.	Rated 5 out of 10
Pavel's products are excellent with one major cavaet. There is a lot of duplication between DVDs. I purchased Enter the Kettlebell and I would rate it as a 10. The first five minutes of Strength Stretching are covered in Enter the Kettlebell. After that I turned it off. Arnold - Alaska
Indespincable Information	Rated 10 out of 10
I bought this to compliment the Power to the People program. The drills described here are great for both getting you ready for the lifts as well as great tips to employ during the lifts themselves. As with all of Pavel's products, you get many times that what you pay for. Steve Sisk - Charlotte, NC
This is exactly what I was looking for...	Rated 10 out of 10
I have been looking for coaching on how to sit back more and keep my chest up as I'm focused on improving my squat form. My range of motion in the hip flexers and lower back is limited and I have been searching for ways to improve my range of motion. Pavel's DVD exactly addresses my issues and provides exercises for loosening my trouble spots and for correcting form. And its working! I can see how this work is also improving my DL which is coming along nicely. The production is very good; everything works for getting the message across. Andy Laird - Milwaukee, Wisconsin United States
Excellent for "recovering" master powerlifter	Rated 9 out of 10
I am a master powerlifter (55-60 class) who has been out of even training for PL for 4 years due to a medical condition. This DVD is powerfully presented, motivational and I have started to practice the squat stretching excercises in particular as this is my weakest area - particularly getting depth after so long away and "aging joints"! After just 3 weeks I can notice a reduction in soreness in the hips, increased flexibility and the ability to handle more weight. I still have a little way to go for depth but am confident that these excercises will get me there. I am applying the bench and deadlift stretches and can feel the difference in muscle soreness after a workout. The only area still sore is my shoulders BUT this is long after a workout not DURING the workout as I was suffering. Bazz W. - Spokane, WA
It's not about stretching... it's about STRENGTH!!!!!	Rated 10 out of 10
I have been a competitive powerlifter for 3 years, and I had started to feel some aches and pains due to muscle imbalances around the hips, back and shoulders. I purchased "Strength Stretching" knowing it would help, as Pavel is an expert in corrective and high performance exercise. My squat technique has improved, my lower back is no longer "tight", though it remains just as strong as before. My deadlift lockout has more "snap" to it due to both technical improvements and Pavel's techniques which loosened and relaxed my tight hip flexors, the bane of any power athlete. My endorsement goes out to Pavel Tsatsouline as a superior strength and mobility/flexibility coach!!! Thanks Pavel. David Bennett - Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
Yes! I am ready to take my strength, energy and health to undreamt-of new heights thanks to Strength Stretching. I want to order Strength Stretching NOW and understand that I am ordering with ZERO RISK because Strength Stretching comes with a 100% satisfaction guarantee for one full year!
Simply Amazing!!!!!!!	Rated 10 out of 10
This is worth every penny! I've spent years in the powerlifting ring and well tightness is always an important factor. This product has helped me out with alot of my lifts. Especially my squat and deadlift. At first I was a little causcious, but now i'm completely amazed by how much this acctually helps. I'd have to prescribe this to everyone who wants to compete at any level of powerlifting or just trying to up your poundage! Your name here - Wisconsin Rqpids, WI USA
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Rated 10 out of 10 What the greats do naturally, Pavel teaches to the rest of us... When I consume a teaching resource, I look for two things; first does it have something i can use immediately, and second does it mention something that I have been playing with in the gym. "Strength Stretching" hits both points several times. Things I used immediately are the wall squat, the Wedge, the RKC hip flexor stretch, and the GHR back stretch. The wall squat has become my squat warmup drill, the wedge changed my dl start routine, the hip flexor stretch and when to use it are now part of my training and meet bag of tricks, and the use of the GHR for learning to arch is ingenious. The press behind the neck stretch and "prying" are two drills that I have been playing with and have enhanced through the DVD. The Wall squat portion itself would have made the DVD worth it, but the rest of the material is superb and clearly presented. Graphics are concise. Great for both new and more experienced PLers. Very few things have my full endorsement, but this does. powerlifter54 under the bar

Rated 10 out of 10 A resource that all powerlifters should consider. The squat, bench and deadlift are staple lifts whether you train for competition or just want to pack on usable muscle. Strength Stretching can be a valuable resource in learning how to make the most of these lifts. I have purchases many of Pavel's products over the years, so I expect a lot from them. This one is no disappointment. Exercises given in this video help lifters develop good form in the squat and deadlift and improve flexibility for all three lifts. Movements are explained and demonstrated in Pavel's usual straight forward and easy to understand manner. This is done without making the explanations overly lengthy or wordy. The video is well organized and has good amount of production value to it. Pavel makes references to current day lifters and Russian athletes. Its not hard to recognize that quite a bit of research has gone into this effort. Beginning and exerienced lifters can all benefit from this video. PatCNJ West Paterson

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