The Mystery of the True Stretch

You walk into The Rec, ready for a great workout. You scan your Tiger Card, then turn left and grab a mat to start stretching. But you notice this strange contraption in the corner. It looks like a grey dome or cage covered with bars. 

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What is it? What are you supposed to do with it? Don’t worry, we’ll tell you!

This contraption is called True Stretch, and it is here to help with all your stretching needs. It even has a helpful diagram to show how to do each stretch, categorized by which area the stretch targets. 

True Stretch recommends you hold each stretch for three to five seconds and repeat at least three times. Don’t forget to alternate sides for each body part!

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The great thing about True Stretch is that each stretch targets two muscle areas at once. It also ensures that you are stretching properly with the correct form, which can reduce risk of injury. So next time you’re at The Rec, try out True Stretch, and give your muscles the stretch they deserve!

Be well, Auburn.


Photography: Michelle M.

Born in Ontario, Canada but raised in the D.C Metro Area, Karina is currently a senior studying Communications with a minor in Public Administration. She received her citizenship at age 19 and is happy to officially be an American citizen. As a Sagittarius, Karina is always looking for variety and spontaneity. Predictable is not in her vocabulary, and she incorporates this into her daily life.

She hopes to own a pug named Zeus one day and wants to end up working in a big city like Miami, Los Angeles, Dallas, or right back to Washington, D.C.

Catch her always bumping rap and R&B music, NEVER country music. Watching Netflix/Hulu/Amazon Prime/YouTube with snacks such as white chocolate peanut M&M’s, honey roasted cashews, or any flavor of Pringles (also part of her everyday life).