Touch Your Toes (Good or Bad?)

[@mrnaizguy]

Your editing gets better and better. Love the new animations!

[@alvin3171997]

Production quality is way better now!

[@MariusHofert]

8:14 Finally an exercise I'm able to do... thanks!

[@commercejunction5273]

😂😅

[@zoombloom4699]

Thank u, for making me laugh

[@Beats-By-Anthony]

Than you should practise 8:04 min as well, because they ar more important these days.

[@Merumya]

@Tokiita definitely my favorite.

[@sc7244]

Ahaha

[@flua1508]

Finally someone who explains it in detail AND backs it up with science! I have been so confused lately about stretching exercises from misinformation. Thank you very much for going the extra length to clarfiy - hugely appreciated!! I also really like your editing and the animations - you just keep getting better. Two thumbs up!

[@lewisfitzsimmons1271]

Flu A, I adore CaliMove and think El Eggs and Sven really know and research what they are talking about. I have there home work out protocol and would highly recommend it, super comprehensive and achievable! I’m also right on the verge of deciding to get the mobility course, which also looks awesome. So I a, not trying to doubt anything in this video at all. But I gotta say (and only cause it’s something everyone including me has a tendency to do) as a science communicator and scientist, just be sure to be critical of any “scientific backing” it’s awesome they cited their sources! but it’s only 1 paper and trust me you can find a published paper that while support anything you want if you look around. Sorry to be a downer, now gonna rewind to watch those sick flips again! :) xx

[@Aakash.Singh1]

The quality of this video is off the charts. What a great Channel

[@kingdon7795]

Man you can act really well. I almost thought you really had an injury.

[@aanyachadha6303]

Anything can be done in those blue shorts ANYTHING

[@capysaurus8446]

@@aanyachadha6303 Yes. I use blue shorts and my exercises are perfect 😆

[@ONE_For_100]

@@capysaurus8446 i hate to say it, but your right. I only can run 2 mils with blue shorts but 1 mile with black shorts.

[@PeterLE2]

He's not a good actor but he has really good controll of his body

[@eduardoayala3204]

Must have had plenty of those xD

[@dan2782]

5:43 that nod of approval from the guy in the background 🤣

[@Cosmos_vib4e]

I know that guy lol

[@vedavyaspb3936]

You must've replayed it many times to notice that

[@maddockemerson4603]

@@vedavyaspb3936 That's a weird deduction. I've just watched this video once and I noticed it. I mean, the guy's right there in the center of the screen. Maybe you're just not that observant?

[@someone5067]

bro overthought

[@alexandremarcal9154]

No doubt this is the best channel about body movement. Thank you for teaching us with so much dedication.

[@neemmol7734]

5:38 finally he's showing he's true Nature. A bad ass ninja saitama.

[@CaliToTheCrowd]

5:43 look at the guy in the background

[@laurenbi]

Wholesome

[@nitaimatan2247]

thank you

[@AngryOscillator]

Recognise

[@stoborking]

Random Dude Approved

[@polishka7529]

bros be 'mirin

[@PinoyKush22]

I love el eggs movement! So strong and fluid at the same time! I also wish cali move would make a video about tricking and flipping for lowerbody strength!

[@capysaurus8446]

Eggs movement? 🤔

[@lewisfitzsimmons1271]

ZM23 the man in the video’s name is “El Eggs” Der Held dass, verdienen wir.

[@AngelJul]

It's amazing how technical and at the same time didactic this video is. I keep thinking to myself how much work and dedication was put on this content. As always, thank you!!!!

[@overdecoratedfilippa965]

This is the kind of channel that I put like on the video before watching it, cause I know I’m going to like it. P.S. sorry for my English.

[@Chris-tt5cc]

I agree (apologies for my insufficient grasp of the English language)

[@unnaturalatrophy5377]

Sorry (hello for my English)

[@bboyStuntZ]

@@Chris-tt5cc Bahahahahaha. I love it.

[@Paardegaankopeverkope]

Hi (sorry for bad English)

[@laespada501]

Sometimes I like the video, put a comment then come back at it later at 3 am because this is the time I emjoy watching their videos lol

[@nareshchauhan7692]

5:38 I was like what the f? Wasn't expecting it.

[@sadiqshaikh8715]

Same I was like damn that's impressive

[@calimove]

El Eggs has a Matrial Arts, Parkour & Tricking Backround.

[@nareshchauhan7692]

Damn,physically he's so perfect.

[@soumyashankar868]

@@calimove can u make a tutorial on 540 tornado kick please

[@bb8328]

Calisthenicmovement which martial arts exactly?

[@pumpkin4444]

Top class instruction as always. Thanks El eggs!

[@pedrosolisgarcia5059]

Thanks again guys for a very enlightening video! There is one thing that contradicts sth I have learned a while ago regarding the knee flexion: No matter if you perform the toe touch with rounded or straight spine, there cannot be ever any feeling of tension coming from the back of the knees, as this means that not muscles are being stretched, but joints, which shall never be elongated in such scenarios, as excessive joint lengthening can lead to knee issues in the long run. The knees shall be bent in such case to leas the stretch stress to the hamstrings, as they are the main target when performing a touch toe stretch. Thanks!!

[@albs5954]

Thank you for all the quality content Calimove. You guys are improving my life by giving me the tools/education I need to overcome my injuries and for that I am so greatful

[@1001001a]

This is by far the best explanation I've ever came across. Even better than a lot of other so called good/popular channels.

[@thehindumuse]

Great advice. I was doing it too fast. Slowing down and focusing on every link in the chain made reaching my toes seem too easy. You're a great teacher Alex! 😊

[@digitalobserved]

This is amazing content! In depth, clear, evidence based and extremely useful. Thanks!

[@vumazwesiziba4103]

I'm training for a V-sit so one of the requirements is to learn to do this

[@vumazwesiziba4103]

@@corporateliquidator5357 Damn good for you roughly it took you how many months and how did you achieve it?

[@unnaturalatrophy5377]

I'm working for Manna so same for me.

[@andreaspieri1727]

i couldn’t do this bad i did it in 10 minutes because of chris heria

[@braedongreen5181]

@andreas if you follow chris heria the joke of fitness, you wont progress very much in calisthenics,

[@christianfarina3056]

I am working on touching my knees, so same boat. :-P

[@neoki75]

This vid is really helpful guys, you are describing most of the guys over 35-40 I know. Not only talking about sedentary guys but also runners or people being fit. I do agree that since I started with calisthenics my back is stronger and I don´t suffer low back pain as before. The guy in blue pants always providing excellency

[@amoghpratapsingh4938]

Plz do a video how to engage back instead of forearms and biceps in rows and pull ups.

[@mrnaizguy]

Thoracic extension, scapula retraction and depression and focus on driving the elbows behind your back

[@tylerclayton2653]

Dominik sky did a video called the perfect pull-up which I find quite good for back in pull ups

[@yzxz9012]

Rows on rings helps too cuz you have your arms in neutral position and dont move the wrist when you doing rows and pull ups

[@vali81may]

One of the best channels so far.Very direct and precised information.Thank you!

[@breakfreak3181]

Handsdown one of the best fitness channels on YT.

[@thullyodamasceno8639]

Ty for always bringing technical and scientific content and always in a clear and objective way!! Great video guys!

[@angeltcqr7176]

3:17 When Andy’s toys see him coming

[@ycf922]

3:17 when the dealer does not reply

[@Eplo1]

@Endless定 🤫😏😏

[@Eplo1]

@Endless定 lucky you 😏😏

[@paule.2687]

Athlean-X: Touching your toes is killing your gains Calimove: Athlean-X is killing your gains

[@jeff7365]

I was thinking about that!

[@xdsuper]

Yeah, I'm confused now. But I will always trust Athlean-X more because I've had multiple injuries from training and his vids on the injuries cured them.

[@JP-st9hn]

Athlean x: starts sweating...

[@rooost9856]

@Getnudged athlean x just puts the title like that he doesnt actually ban the whole thing there is hsually details inside

[@Sam94G]

Athlean-X is basically saying the exact same thing as said in this video. The title of Athlean-X video was designed to be attractive and make you click on it. The content is way more nuanced than the title. Athlean-X always provides good pieces of advice overall.

[@SmiFF_]

0:37 ... at that moment i have lombar resistance so big that i feel like i´m about to break into 2 pieces. It´s not pain, just resistance. I envy people able to do it, cause in my case it feels like have been on a wheelchair my whole life and now i´m learning to walk again ... Good videos

[@goldenretrieverindia]

Always love your videos and the only channel where I listen and watch without skipping 🤯

[@WorkoutUnionPT]

Great content and explanation! Indeed people tend to be afraid to flex the spine and it is safe if you person it controlled and if you go progressively as any other exercise! The video quality is just getting better as well!

[@Rhyrkon]

Came back here 4 months after to say, I FINALLY TOUCH MY TOES Keep the consistency guys!

[@DisneyIsHardcore]

Your videos are so good and informative, I like that you give the full explanation rather than just saying x is good and y is bad

[@nelsonmandela5999]

5:43 guy nodding as a sign of respect

[@christianfarina3056]

Amazing content once more. Explained clearly and backed up by scientific facts.

[@chibay99]

Awesome. I love this "medical" information you provide in your newer videos. It is super interesting and easy to understand and remember. Thanks a lot for the great quality content!

[@thebilalriaz7835]

You teach in really easy and good way ♥️

[@eduardomartins1510]

I can't stop admiring El Egg's house, as well as his skills and knowledge! Thanks, El Eggs!

[@congabonga7104]

Im so glad we have both Calimove and AthleanX in the youtube community. One shows which isnt safe and one shows how to do it safely.

[@bles1a586]

I have been waiting for new videos all day

[@davecollins73]

Hey Alex, I'm only a new subscriber to your channel and I've been watching all of your older content from a few years ago aswell as the new stuff. I can honestly say I've enjoyed every video I've watched and have taken something valuable from them all. Keep the quality content coming Mate! Cheers, Dave from Australia.

[@RustinTravis]

His name is El Eggs

[@rafaelcordeiro4373]

Congrats, I am doing your mobility program and after one month I can already notice a huge improvement. I really like doing it. You videos are always really well explained! Best regards from Brazil! Rafael

[@IamtheFREY]

Incredible content! True professionals honing their crafts!

[@bruhbagul7806]

5:19 another reason is that the human body is made to move. That is why sitting, standing, and laying too long would decrease your health overall

[@SoumyadeepDutta]

Thanks Alex for this video. You are one of my heroes.

[@RustinTravis]

El Eggs, not Alex.

[@SoumyadeepDutta]

@@RustinTravis ok.

[@NuaimAntigravity]

Of course touching your toes is a prerequisite in learning the V-sit and press to handstand. Strength, compression and mobility at the same time. Im working on it right now. Nice video as always Calimove!

[@josechavez323]

Enough said!!! Great all around video! Thanks for the information!!!!

[@learnmore6640]

Thanks Alex my biggest coach. Love you. I got huge benefit from you

[@tomkierkels6167]

5:43 the guy in the background approves!

[@gillesnullens]

You gotta love that actor play of El Eggs with that back pain lol

[@dr.dmitry.sokolov]

Brilliant as always. Thank you very much!

[@kaliberaiz8703]

12:48 One day, Im gonna be flexible enough to try that T - pose.

[@arsenihohlatov9270]

No.

[@theasanchez2496]

It's all about the right execution. Good thing, a video like this is shared and is very informative👌

[@pineapplepenumbra]

Informative and well researched. A quality video as always.

[@PUREpopcornskage42]

Hi calimovement guys! 2 Q's: The massage gun: I see a lot of ads for these new massage gun, however good they are, but how useful is another thing. What do you guys know about these lovely, more or less practical, massage guns? You probably have covered it in previous videos, but, don't you stress/ware and flex your spine in various positions for bending and especially when stretching? And I specifically want to point this out in comparison to sit-ups - where you really should leave it at crunches. Situps bad spine flex vs. every stretching in calisthenics and gymnastics?

[@parsapouria366]

wtf man, U R just something else. LOVE u

[@AaaBbb-rs9jz]

Excellent site. Well presented and very professionally educational. On the Touching toes with rounded back I (mistakenly?) firmly believe this exercise caused me a SEVERE SCIATICA INJURY. I normally got to flat hands on the floor, but the last time I managed to suddenly and easily surpass it and do it with bent elbows. It was as if the disk moved (wedged) out of the way allowing my L4 and L5 vertebrae (lower back) more space to bend more. There was no pain until the next day when a very light, (no load) normal twisting movement, while straightening up, pinched the sciatic nerve causing months of severe sciatica. The exercise incident felt like I suddenly got extra hinging from just L4-L5 rather than throughout the whole back. I hear and applaud your cautions to; warm up, go slowly, roll gradually from top down to bottom - all of which I failed to do. My MRI showed no slipped disk, but a "normal" degeneration which means a spall spur / protrusion of growth on the L4-L5 vertebrae, which likely contacted the nerve causing inflammation. "Normal" = for 65 year old. It took 3 months of absolute agony, but is been ok now for another 3 months.

[@MyBodyMind]

Good timing :) I just finished a KZbin video about the Jefferson Curl, which goes in the same direction. Best regards from your German Mobilitycoach!

[@ahamedeesafaiz4182]

I just don't know how many good exercise a certain fitness channel tell us not to do.... Thanks for showing us the truth as always....

[@benl8962]

Really glad I found your channel, your vids have helped a ton!

[@ningrc8673]

this video has given me motivation to do more touch your toes ! thanks CaliMove

[@miaterego4698]

Your channel us gold, subscribed!

[@jdabelado716]

5:38 FVCKING BRUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUU!!!! THAT WAS SO LIT ASF!!!!!!!!!

[@s0me0nelse]

WOW! listen, im taking flexability lessons for 6 months or so, and i feel difficulties with tight hamstrings, every lesson we do this stretch but the teacher always emphasizes "lock legs". i know tried the slightly bent variation, and wow, immidiate difference! amazing

[@jumpbodyfitnessjbf870]

Keep these type of videos I will keep hit the like button

[@rajendraprabhu8991]

Nicely explained it always feels good to see your videos

[@fabio1212s]

Yes, thank you! This "don't do this" , "don't do that" and "be affraid to use your body" attitude needs to stop! I'm sure Jeff is a great guy but his videos and clickbaity tittles are making people paranoid. Our bodies aren't made of glass! Self awareness is what protect us from injuries, not endless prohibitions!

[@kidssyed2213]

I think his clickbaity titles are what lures people who actuallyy need it

[@amateurgame4rx446]

I've been doing this for a few times,thanks to you I am now able to execute it properly.

[@FiveN9ne]

I think the problem is that most people have a weak lower back due to sitting improperly, so when they stretch instead of getting range from hamstrings and hips, they overstretch their already weak and stretched lower back and get injured.

[@jeff7365]

Do you think that? Sometime I have low back pain (not a lesson), especially when sitting. Do you recommend this kind of exercise? (touch your toes)

[@wohololao]

5:38 My spine wasn't prepared to watch he do that kick

[@willianmarianogajardoni4982]

Thanks for the great video. This has been a doubt in my mind for quite some time.

[@TheFinav]

Great content. Much appreciated.

[@jonathanm8850]

Great video Alex!!

[@Yee20234]

9:28 thicc

[@mohdsaif1628]

Focus on the video😂

[@mo7amed3babneh70]

Lol

[@aadijumps386]

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[@zipperdingo6385]

Alex you are the best on youtube💪👍

[@ichiroutakashima4503]

The moment he started performing moves was the moment I had to subscribe and hit the notification bell.

[@danzim3617]

Hey Alex, you inspired me to start my own channel. Keep up the good work!

[@aryan1389]

This man is really my idol!!

[@kernalpalariya4418]

Great content, Alex.

[@yajats8675]

Can u pls do a video about hamstring and how to improve its power

[@Tulip.Moradabad]

3:17 when traffic police ask you to come out of the car

[@alexanderalbanus3926]

Thanks for the information appreciate it!

[@Avinashd22]

Please make a video on Knock knees !

[@undeniabletruth-HIT]

YESS

[@netneutrality2024]

5:46 I am your fan. You even are good in martial arts kicks.

[@lorini11]

hi el eggs,,, please when will we see a gym tour of calimove? ,,, I don't think there is anything else left at this point,,, I mean, what else can be improved? :P ,,,, honestly amazing content

[@edi9892]

_just a little practice_ ??? I´ve done that exercise since school days and still can´t touch my F-ing toes! I came to the conclusion that my body deems this movement as unsafe and thus doesn´t allow me to progress. I thus did a little experiment with some interesting results: I started to put my outstretched feet up and forced myself in an upright position by stuffing pillows behind my back. I did this for hours and within a few days I could touch my toes! However, one sneeze and I had a seriously bad back pain and all my gained mobility was gone again!

[@edi9892]

@Nil Hisit It´s kind of a common thing to turn away during sneezing and then violently jerk your body while it´s still twisted. That's no good movement... I don´t know why, but sometimes sneezing or coughing/puking can be extremely violent in my case. I once coughed 5x in a row and was then on the floor... I wonder how fast I could propel a dart from a blow gun, if I could deliberately contract my lung this violently...

[@satishchaudhar547]

Your videos have been a great help to improve my posture. Please make a video on BRING SALLY UP CHALLENGE.

[@BitPuffin]

Good thing I watched this, the other week I was getting closer to being able to touch my toes and was therefore stupidly doing kind of forced quick touches by bouncing info it. But did not consider how that could mess up my spine! So thanks for saving me from fucking up my back!

[@mariap.894]

BitPuffin Never force and never bounce your stretching exercises. (Ballistic movement) is not recommended. Hope you are safe during this time 🙏❤️👋😁

[@kailaperez9142]

I love you guys, thank you. 🧘🏽‍♀️💭💟☮️🌱💐

[@eduardoayala3204]

Wow this video was indeed one of the most helpful I've seen, very insightful! A doubt came to mind though, what kind of injury prevents you from doing certain exercises later on?

[@indriadrayton1132]

This guy is Superman!!!! Does martial arts, too?!!!!!

[@Lu490nar]

Another brilliant video, I love this channel

[@asantesana1700]

Excellent vidéo!

[@jackthejacket846]

Awesome video!

[@digitalobserved]

Which are your favourite books you would recommend for an upcoming physical therapist? Regarding anatomy, physical assessment, physiology.

[@oggy._7845]

Those flips were dope

[@sercio21]

Goo or Bad Blue shorts are the best

[@YouTrolol]

i thoroughly enjoy the variant where you lay on the floor and bring your legs to your chest. you can start with straight legs to see how far you go, or bend your knee into your chest and then stretch out from there. in my opinion, it just feels better.

[@TheRealNickG]

You are correct about what is POSSIBLE with the human body. Obviously. You demonstrate it for us like a good instructor should. But most people should not EVER need to spend that much time strengthening their spine. 99% of people underestimate watching this guaranteed don't understand that they can be perfectly healthy and never load the spine in that rounded way as a course of measurable training. Give a regular daily "cat stretch" to secure the range of motion, sure it is not good to avoid range ourright. But until your back is strong enough to hold you outstretched in the straight back, knees straight version, it has no business trying to "do more" in the rounded back version through the same. 2:47 Almost everyone watching can't actually do THAT properly, ie perfectly straight. This zombie pose is just about the most "unloaded" version you can get. THAT is where you actually start in the first place. I am concerned about your lack of building a real progression. In other words, how do we get that experience and stability from watching your exercises, now that class is over? Phase 0: Sit up straight for as long as you can in the "zombie" pose. If you can do a minute, add Phase I. Keep doing it every day until you can sit there at least 3 minutes without moving, without pain. If it isn't causing pain you should do this multiple times a day if possible, as these muscles are difficult to fatigue when activation is still weak. The 0 is because most people without major pathologies should be able to do this or be able to within a very short period of a few days to a couple of weeks. Phase I: Straight back/straight knee and touch fingertips toward the ground. When tapping the ground is possible without pain or stress, add Phase II exercises. Phase II: Straight back/bent knee and fists toward the ground. When fists can tap the floor THEN you can move to Phase III. Phase III: Repeat Phase I with curved back Phase IV: Repeat Phase II with curved back Phase V: Same a Phase IV, but with weight. Be careful and probably do this with someone to watch your form for the first time as the margin of error is the lowest here. It is important to note that the reaching is only testing flexibility at the minimums for moving on to the next progression, not the maximum that should be tried. The part of the video that I agree with is that IF you do this progression, there is no reason to not keep reaching further down in the phases below if you aren't feeling pain and feel so inclined.

[@madil2259]

Blue shorts are not optional.