Meet Rob and Melissa Goldring

Behind every great stretch is an even greater story, and ours starts with Rob and Melissa Goldring, the dynamic duo who turned their passion for movement and wellness into The Vital Stretch.

Rob, a chiropractic physician, and Melissa, a physical therapist, spent decades helping patients recover from injuries, regain mobility, and live pain-free. But in their combined 50+ years of clinical practice, they noticed an underlying problem: tightness in one part of the body often created a chain reaction, affecting how the entire body moved and felt. They saw the need for a holistic approach to movement—one that didn’t just focus on a shoulder, back, or knee in isolation but treated the whole body as an interconnected system.

And so, they asked the big question: “What if a stretch method addressed how tightness, stiffness, and restrictions impacted the entire body?”

The birth of The Vital Stretch Method

Fueled by that question, Rob and Melissa developed The Vital Stretch Method—a clinically inspired, hands-on approach to assisted stretching. It wasn’t just about “feeling good”; it was about results. By combining their expertise, they fine-tuned their method designed to help anyone—from weekend warriors to graceful agers—move freely and live fully.

As they began using this method with their patients, the results were undeniable. People recovered faster, felt less pain, and moved with greater flexibility and ease. But Rob and Melissa weren’t content to keep this life-changing method within the walls of their clinic—they knew it could help so many more people.

Helping thousands move freely

Today, The Vital Stretch has grown beyond their wildest dreams, with dozens of franchise locations helping thousands of clients rediscover their love for movement. Whether it’s easing the daily stress of an office worker, helping an athlete reach peak performance, or giving a retiree the confidence to stay active, Rob and Melissa have seen the vital stretch method transform lives.

Every franchise location carries their vision forward by blending clinical expertise with a personalized, boutique experience. At The Vital Stretch, every client feels lighter, looser, and more alive with every session.

Why they do it

For Rob and Melissa, it’s personal. As lifelong movers themselves—Rob, an avid tennis player, and Melissa, a Pilates enthusiast—they know firsthand how much better life feels when your body moves with ease. That’s why they’re so passionate about helping others unlock their potential.

They’ve seen the incredible difference it makes when people take charge of their movement:

• Chronic back pain fades.

• Athletes achieve new personal bests.

• Retirees stay active and independent.

• Everyday people rediscover the joy of feeling free.

Their journey isn’t just about stretching—it’s about empowering people to live their most active, vibrant lives.