Reviews

Nine stars only because it's rather expensive for the total time offered. But considering what a coaching session like this would cost, it's still a bargain, especially since you can view it repeatedly. Pavel concentrates a lot of useful information into a short period. His approach to "breathing into" the exercises works and accomplishes much. He covers pretty much every major body area from head to toe. I like the whole "tough Russian" approach and his sense of humor. But he gets serious and makes sure you have a solid background, including safety points, so you can perform each exercise correctly. Pavel's videos always have excellent production values, which is refreshing compared to the amateurish productions too many other fitness experts sell. Definitely recommended.

A couple of very well explained and demonstrated techniques by Pavel, have dramatically changed my attitude about stretching. I used to dread stretching, finding it tedious all but eliminating it from my routine. What was I thinking? "Everyone who lifts weights must do this stretch..and everyone must lift weights. Truer words have not been spoken. Thanks again Pavel for your knowledge.

I bought this DVD rather than the "Joints" one because it's been 30 years since I've done any exercise. I'm 60. I've watched "Joints" at a friend's house and it's awesome, but Relax into Stretch promised more information about stretching--the what and whys as well as the hows. I've never been taught the what and why and the how has always been too harsh and bouncy. I bought an education as well as a set of exercises.

The program is divided with the more "newbie" stretches at the front. Mr. T gives various ways to accomplish the stretches when appropriate and I found that very comforting. Yes, comforting. One: stretching should yield more comfort than experienced before the stretch and Two: my vertebrae are quite flexible if one thinks becoming subluxated is flexible. The stronger exercises on "joints", which I did try at my friend's house, were not comfortable at this stage in my training. So "Relax" looked very good...and it is. Now, to find a way to get myself to actually do them regularly. Ah...well...I've signed up with Samuel Jones RKC in Lincolnton NC and I think he will be able to motivate me not only to use this lovely vid, but to find the body I lost.

Me and my friend actually just watched and participated in this DVD interactively.
He could never in his life touch his toes even though he played sports.
I have not been able to touch my toes since I stopped consistently practicing martial arts about 5-6 years ago.
We BOTH could touch our toes the first time using Pavel's techniques.
It was an awesome feeling
we're both pretty confident that we will be able to regularly touch our toes within months, easily.

Once again, an excellent product with zero bs. Delivery was prompt and will return for more products...

I have learnt what Pavel preaches and now find myself preaching and teaching others,
After performing a couple of streches with a fellow peer he was astonished and said " its like MAGIC " sounds cheesy but its true
A big thank you to Pavel

Damien Cousins

i think this is the best tape iv seen and tried. my son could not touch his toes and was embaressed about it the first time he tried the toe touches he was all but two inches away from his toes. i cant thank you enough for putting out this tape me and my family will get a lot out of it as i plan to live a long and flexy life thanks again Gordon

I've always wanted to stretch, but I thought I never could.
I've tried and tried, and always failed, and I thought it was
me - it wasn't. Relax into Stretch gave me a common sense approach
backed by solid techniques that had me touching my toes instantly!
I recommend this dvd to anyone who wants to incorporate flexibility
into their fitness regime - awesome!

Great DVD with stretches for your entire body and with menu options to quickly select specific stretches.

I have noticed over a short period of time an increased flexibility and release of tension in areas that have bothered me for some time.

Effective stretching along with strength training (Power to the People) is proving to be a powerful combination!

I have been searching for years for the answer to how to correctly stretch. I am convinced Pavel has the answer to that question and am very happy I have his video. Another bonus is that his no-nonsense approach gets you through all the stretches in a short amount of time, so even someone on a busy schedule will benefit from this video. Also, I think it is usable for various fitness levels.

Relax into Stretch is, in my opinion, the best program available for improving your flexibility. Pavel offers so many options for every body part, and a nice progression for people who are working towards splits or improving the height of their kicking techniques. Definately worth owning and reviewing many, many times!

I must admit that the video is astonishing. If I do the drills exactly like pavel tolds me to do them and if I see him in this video too, then it realy works! I read the book "Relax into Stretch" too and now i've seen the companion video and so i can understand all that pavel tsatsouline want us to learn. I can't explain how it realy is... you must see it by yourself :D!

Many thanks to Pavel Tsatsouline
and of course to DragonDoor!

It helped me a lot.

Pavel manages to concentrate a lot of useful teaching into a short time with no fluff. He focuses on the key points of each exercise and emphasizes safety throughout. The little bits of dry humor he throws in, as well as his "tough Russian" style, make his teaching enjoyable as well as beneficial. The stretching techniques literally go from head to toe, and the technique of "breathing into" the stretch really works. As usual, the production values are excellent, which is appreciated. Well worth the money. Highly recommended.

i am an avid yoga fan, and ride horses on a regular basics, but have struggled with limited flexibility.

i love this dvd. the difference is amazing as well as reprograming my approach to my other activities.

a 20 if i could give it.

I thought this was a great video.Its had alot of various stretches,It did not focus on only one muscle group.I think It has helped me increase my stretching range and mobility.

Been practicing the relaxation techniques during stretching for about 4 months now. before I started these techniques, I was not able to touch my toes. Now I can put my palms on the ground and I have no more back pain. I use the concepts with my personal training clients, they have been great because they are easy and they show results almost immediatly.

best streach......
improved my flex.. level.

Very well explained, and has an incrediable instructor that truely knows every little detail about stretching. A must buy for everyone, exspecialy martial arts.

I'm about as flexible as a lump of wood, but Pavel's techniques really work. I'm already able to stretch further than I would have ever expected. I have both the book and the DVD, and they complement each other very well.

I am a Kickboxer and my flexibility is my biggest problem. I have tried many DVD's but this is best as it works on whole body as well as legs making me aware how important it is to strecth the spine a part I have always overlooked. The streches are safe, make sense and are working. And Pavel is a legend.

Since I first bought this DVD in VHS version years ago, it is still one the best I have found and still use various techniques in the dancing classes I teach after warm-ups and after cool-downs in my cycling classes.

really good stuff but too short! especially for therapeutic and pain relief purposes... absolutely recommended.

I appreciate the clear, concise instructions provided by Pavel on this DVD. The details are excellent. I highly recommend this DVD for anyone interested in getting much more from "stretching".

Information on breathing into the stretch was very helpful and effective, but the way the techniques were presented was very boring. Pavel was too monotone.

Great Product, Good Price. Delivers what is promised. Its weird after doing these stretches I don't feel more FLEXIBLE like normal stretches, instead I feel more Mobile and stronger as well.....Love the feeling!

If you want to feel more "alive" than you ever thought possible, do the relax into stretch exercises! This is nothing short of amazing and has helped me tremendously.

I had suffered a tailbone fracture that took over a year to heal, in the meantime, my flexibility and level of strength suffered greatly because of the pain, etc. The Relax into Stretch has made me feel like a 10 year old kid! I feel wonderful and am sleeping through the night.

Our "Comrade" Pavel, is an entertaining and funny guy and a wonderful, wonderful teacher. And remember, "Everyone must lift weights..." :)

Thank you Comrade!

Stretching Exercises

this DVD has really opened mine and my husbands eyes as to how the human body needs to be taken care of in order to work at peak performance. This stretching DVD is pehenomenal.

This video is simple to follow and provides great stretching techniques. By contracting my muscles, I was able to stretch further than ever before. Pavel's commentary is great.

Well i think its nice because it shows a good way to relax into a split.

A great program for martial arts stretching and stretching for health and wellness! Shows you perfect all body natural techniques while explaining them just enough. No more back or joint pain. Full leg splits in all four directions within just a few weeks. Couple this with KettleBell Challenge and/or Convict Conditioning to become a better warrior and a stronger/healthier person. Thanks and keep the good stuff coming!

Right out of the box I started using the DVD and I could feel the stretch and I would later receive the benefits in a short period of time. Thanks Dragon Door for all you do for us in the way of health.

It works! I hate to be so simplistic with my review. However, I was able to significantly increase my flexibility in just a couple of weeks.