An interview with a studio that has introduced ToeSox grip socks.
This time, we interviewed Yoshitake Tsutsumi, manager of "Stretch Lab Kagurazaka," a studio in Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo.
Studio Information
Stretch Lab Kagurazaka
Address: 6-43-3F Kagurazaka, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo
URL: https://stretchlab.jp/kagurazaka/
Interviewee
Yoshitake Tsutsumi
＼ A place to restore your mind and body ／
> Through stretches that improve posture, breathing, and autonomic nervous system balance,
we aim to make the "feeling of ease" a part of your daily life.
We want to redefine "stretching" from an old image of "health exercises for the elderly" to something
▶ "cool, meaningful, and desirable" for young people
▶ part of a "refined lifestyle" like Pilates or yoga.
Studio Concept and Features
"The world's largest stretch gym with over 400 locations in North America, born in Los Angeles, specializing in improving range of motion."
Stretch Lab is the world's largest stretch gym, with over 400 locations in North America, born in Los Angeles, a leading city for wellness.
Based on PNF stretching, developed in the U.S. for rehabilitation of brain disorders, it repeatedly contracts and relaxes muscles to improve range of motion in a short time.
It is gaining global attention as a program that covers everything from anti-aging to performance enhancement. The Kagurazaka studio has a wide age range, from teenagers to working adults and seniors, with a male-to-female ratio of 4:6, meaning more female members.
Our goal is to be a studio where not only the body, but also the mind and spirit can be enriched by improving posture, breathing, and range of motion.
Lessons are one-on-one, with 25-minute and 50-minute plans.
Members can choose to visit 4, 8, or 12 times a month.
Why ToeSox were chosen
"Movement changes, awareness changes. ToeSox are like a 'switch' for me."
The excellent grip makes them safe to use on the studio floor.
The stylish design lifts my spirits, and the ability to stay "focused" even at home is what makes ToeSox so appealing.
Stretching, in fact, starts "from the feet."
The feeling of being able to move my toes freely, the feeling of gripping the floor with the soles of my feet – just that makes a huge difference in my sense of balance.
ToeSox are precisely a tool to "awaken sensation." They're a bit of a luxury, but in return, they provide "time to truly face myself."
Movement changes, awareness changes. ToeSox are like a "switch" for me.
Feedback on using ToeSox
"I want to choose them to match my mood and outfit for the day."
When introduced at the studio, many people exclaimed, "They're cute! Where are they from?" and "They're great because they don't slip!"
When people actually try them, they're often surprised by how comfortable they are.
There are also repeat customers who say, "I bought one pair and got hooked."
They look cute, and with a rich variety of colors, choosing them is fun.
ToeSox are already stylish, but many people say, "I want to choose them to match my mood and outfit for the day!"
We're looking forward to a wider range of fashion options, including seasonal colors and collaboration designs.
It feels like my lessons and self-care time become "a little more special," and my personal time feels upgraded.
