STRETCH ZONE FAQ

Stretching does not directly cause weight loss, but it can support weight management by reducing stress and improving overall movement and recovery. 

Stretching helps lower stress levels, which can reduce cortisol — a hormone linked to weight gain when chronically elevated. Regular stretching may also improve mobility, making it easier to stay active and maintain a consistent fitness routine. While stretching alone won’t lead to weight loss, it can play a supportive role in a healthy, active lifestyle. 

Yes. Stretch Zone partners with gyms, medical offices, schools, community organizations, and more! 

These partnerships help bring the benefits of assisted stretching to local communities while supporting franchise success. 

All stretching is performed by certified practitioners. 

Practitioners complete a rigorous 40-hour training program and often come from backgrounds such as massage therapy, personal training, physical therapy, chiropractors, or sports science. The Stretch Zone Method is a nationally recognized certification that has met or exceeded the high standards of excellence put forth by the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork and has been recognized and awarded the esteemed designation of Board Approved Continuing Education Provider.  

We disagree! Our research study and real-world results show assisted stretching is effective. 

Stretch Zone’s proprietary research supports improvements in mobility, rest quality, recovery, reduced discomfort, and more energy. Many members experience real, noticeable benefits within their first few sessions. 

Stretch Zone has helped pro athletes from the NFL, NBA, MLB, PGA, ATP and collegiate sports achieve peak athletic performance. 

Many sports celebrities have used Stretch Zone to improve their athletic performance including former NFL quarterback Drew Brees, a U.S. Open Champion, an NFL’s Most Valuable Player, and an IBF Lightweight World Champion. We even have a partnership with Drew Brees, as Stretch Zone played a key role in his recovery during the latter parts of his career!  

Yes. Assisted stretching can enhance recovery, movement efficiency, and performance. 

Stretch Zone has helped pro athletes from the NFL, NBA, MLB, PGA, ATP and collegiate sports achieve peak athletic performance. Many sports celebrities have “entered the Stretch Zone” including former NFL quarterback Drew Brees, a U.S. Open Champion, an NFL’s Most Valuable Player, and an IBF Lightweight World Champion. 

Stretch Zone assists athletes and coaches with all three phases of conditioning: the general training phase, the preparatory/competitive phase, and the recovery phase. Stretch Zone’s practitioner-assisted stretching can accelerate recovery from workouts or competition, increase work capacity, and enhance physical performance. Athletes develop greater body awareness, greater fluid movement patterns, and can generate more power through symmetrical use of muscle groups that are not affected by habitual compensatory muscle shift. 

Stretch Zone also helps athletes learn to better sense body condition, resulting in a greater understanding of the state of their muscles. This helps to prevent and limit injuries, ultimately improving peak performance.