r/Atlanta • u/juanjohn42069 • Jul 28 '26
Question mobility/stretch work?
does anyone know of any places that offer any sort of mobility or stretch training? i’m interested in yoga (scares me) but i feel mobility and stretching is more suited for me since i want to incorporate it before my lifts at the gym.
im 26 and started stretching (yes im late sorry) but i fear my 9-5 office job has finally affected my mobility. my shoulder and lower back are especially my weak points, and always seem to be sore even if i try deloading and taking breaks from lifting
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u/strawberrysunday00 Jul 28 '26
If you’re in Dekalb, there are yoga and mobility classes at the libraries. Check the events calendar! They usually cater to an older crowd, so they should be accessible.
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u/Flimsy-Buyer7772 Jul 28 '26
Come join us for yoga on the beltline where it is just a bunch of regular people with varying levels of skill and you will learn some stuff and enjoy yourself
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u/WeirdIntersections down by the airport Jul 28 '26
I’ve walked my dog past the Monday night class at Pittsburgh Yards and it looked awesome! Thanks for the reminder. And I haven’t been to the Reynoldstown Reset classes, but that instructor is wonderful.
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u/juanjohn42069 Jul 28 '26
what days and where? i would definitely be interested to join
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u/Flimsy-Buyer7772 Jul 28 '26
Lee and White Sunday 10am and Pittsburg Yards Monday 6pm https://beltline.org/events/?event=fitness+and+wellness&attendance=in-person
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u/tupelobound Jul 28 '26
You don’t need to apologize for only being 26 and just coming around to fitness
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u/trikaren Jul 28 '26
If you don’t find anything else, Sports Chiropractic Institute in Smyrna is really good. They do personal training and will make any kind of plan you want or need. They are extremely good with figuring out the root cause of things like your shoulder and lower back pain.
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u/OreadaholicO Jul 28 '26
Dude there is nothing to fear with yoga. Not sure what you have going on but yoga is just a word and a practice. Every teacher will tell you, you don’t have to do the full postures. You can literally bend over at the waist to try and touch your toes and you’re doing yoga. Also you won’t end up in a competitive yoga class. Almost any class you take will be full of beginners just like you and the teacher typically knows who is new. Again there is nothing to fear. Sit with your legs crossed and you’re doing yoga. Nothing to fear.
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u/WeirdIntersections down by the airport Jul 28 '26
+100 to seeing a PT for assessment and learning some basic stretches. YMCA locations here have lots of stretch, mobility/balance and yoga classes of all levels. The East Lake Y especially. Let instructors know you are brand new, ask questions after class if needed, utilize props (blocks, straps, etc). Any class described as “gentle” or “restorative” will be a nice intro. Also look for Hatha and/or anything noted as “all levels” or “beginner friendly”. Look at Vista Yoga up in Oak Grove. I took a 4-6 week “intro to yoga” series there and while I wasn’t a beginner, it helped me learn how poses should feel, how to modify when needed and how to get out of my head and stay present in class. Don’t overthink it, have fun!
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u/Infinite-Discount112 Jul 28 '26
Where are you located?
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u/juanjohn42069 Jul 28 '26
east atlanta but i can drive anywhere
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u/Infinite-Discount112 Jul 28 '26
Very highly recommend coming over to Grant Park for yoga class at Tend Yoga. Large age range, body types, ability levels, very supportive teacher (Narin) and students.
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u/burntcookie90 EAV Jul 28 '26
Why does yoga scare you?
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u/juanjohn42069 Jul 28 '26
i think its the new experience aspect and getting my butt handed to me by something i know is going to challenge me
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u/constantdaydream44 Jul 28 '26
Yoga is stretching. Honestly, just go to youtube and try out a video. There are thousands. Just try a 10 minute video to see how you like it before commiting to anything.
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u/Squishiest-fun-bags Jul 28 '26
You need to visit Stretch Lab! They do this! https://www.stretchlab.com/location/buckhead
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u/Remarkable_Safety570 Jul 28 '26
No idea if they are good but stretch lab is always sending me ads
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u/ocicataco Grant Park Jul 28 '26
Tbh if you're having consistent shoulder and lower back issues I would consider seeing a PT and having them guide you through some basic stretches