{"community":{"slug":"expanding-capacity","name":"Expanding Capacity"},"page":{"current":1,"per_page":20,"total_pages":1,"total_reviews":13},"reviews":[{"id":"ff3778f6-3403-414b-a727-c4f864fa1f14","title":"I had this shoulder/neck pain for months.","content":"I had this shoulder/neck pain for months. When I turn my head to the left it was really painful. I had tried different stretching and neck exercises and nothing worked. When I go to cross the street and look left I had to move my whole head/shoulders together to avoid the pain.\n\nThen I joined the group. There were some recently recorded videos about activating my  butt. I did the first one a few times over two days. Simple enough. They are short and easy. Thought nothing of it.\n\nThen 2 days after joining I woke up and went to just naturally move my head to the left to look at something. No pain. That took a few seconds for my brain to register. I suddenly thought \"wait a minute...\"\n\nI turned my head back to the centre and did it again. There was no pain activated by that movement. I was shocked 😲\n\nI can still feel some tightness in my shoulder that I want to learn how to release but I am so relieved to be free from that pain.\n\nI have read some great comments and testimonials inside the group area about Michael and even though I had no clue who he was a few days ago I would 100% recommend him and his techniques today.","overall_rating":5,"reviewer_name":"Diane Corri","time_in_community":"less_than_month","is_verified":false,"would_recommend":true,"helpful_count":0,"created_at":"2026-06-20T16:58:09.595425+00:00","ratings":{"content":null,"engagement":null,"safety":null,"value":null,"leadership":null,"networking":null},"owner_response":null,"video":null},{"id":"605152ce-c4a8-4a24-a855-6723cf68719f","title":"I am singing Mike’s praises today.","content":"I am singing Mike’s praises today. I first heard Mike talk about Expanding Capacity before he won the Skool Games, and I bought in mostly because I could hear his passion. At almost 70, my capacity has not exactly felt expanded. I favor my right knee when I work around the homestead, and I have mostly looked at it as osteoarthritis that comes with age. Many of my friends, even some younger than me, are already getting new knees. For me, that would be my very last choice.\n\nI have leaned heavily on herbs, staying active, and self-care as I age, although I also understand that if pain keeps increasing, there may come a time when I must consider medical support.\nI have been present at Mike’s lives and followed a few mobility videos since joining the community. Like I told him, some of the movements seemed almost too simple to be useful, and I also had some fear that I might make my knee worse. So to say the least, I was a bit reluctant.\n\nToday I had my first assessment with Mike. He was patient through the whole thing, not only with the assessment itself, but also with the number of questions I had afterward.\nAfter the assessment, my muscles felt a little tighter, and I almost told myself I should just rest and let my knee and muscles recover.\n\nInstead, I worked outside about 6 hours today, stronger than I have in years. By stronger, I mean more stable. I squatted when I needed to, dug a new walkway, and strung tomato plants. After running through just a few assessments with Mike for my feet, midsection, and neck, my body felt straighter and more balanced, and I was more confident as I moved through the day.\n\nI am sold.\n\nMike takes the time. He clearly enjoys what he does, and he truly enjoys helping people. I know “miraculous” is a strong word, but today it felt very close to that for me.","overall_rating":5,"reviewer_name":"Jim Flach","time_in_community":"1_3_months","is_verified":false,"would_recommend":true,"helpful_count":0,"created_at":"2026-06-11T22:15:29.393229+00:00","ratings":{"content":5,"engagement":5,"safety":5,"value":5,"leadership":5,"networking":5},"owner_response":null,"video":null},{"id":"2f94e9e1-ecf8-42b2-9675-ceee1256b8a2","title":"There are lots of great things here.","content":"There are lots of great things here.  The site presents itself in an easy to navigate,  organized way.  The people are supportive and friendly.  And Michael Rizt is awesome!\nHe stays with me from start to finish,  giving me his insight as I report my progress.  He is right on top of things so that I get feedback soon after my reports.\nHis videos are clear so there's no guessing if you're doing it right. And the videos progress like a flow.  I'm looking forward to getting better!","overall_rating":5,"reviewer_name":"Sheila McCrady","time_in_community":"1_3_months","is_verified":true,"would_recommend":true,"helpful_count":0,"created_at":"2026-05-05T20:31:56.296332+00:00","ratings":{"content":null,"engagement":null,"safety":null,"value":null,"leadership":null,"networking":null},"owner_response":null,"video":null},{"id":"4603e889-30cd-4360-894d-3cd6c7fb3b1f","title":"I feel so much better! ","content":"Expanding Capacity has been such a blessing in my healing journey. Just being able to move more freely without pain has been amazing! \n\nMichael and the whole Expanding Capacity team are fantastic and they genuinely care about their members! If you’re feeling any sort of stiffness or pain in your body and want a simple solution with instant results - this is your place! 🙌🏼","overall_rating":5,"reviewer_name":"Lauren Greene","time_in_community":"1_3_months","is_verified":false,"would_recommend":true,"helpful_count":1,"created_at":"2026-03-25T00:52:58.328+00:00","ratings":{"content":null,"engagement":null,"safety":null,"value":null,"leadership":null,"networking":null},"owner_response":null,"video":null},{"id":"bb9faa15-61d9-4308-822c-5ba581be296e","title":"Actually unlocking my body finally!","content":"I have always had the idea that to get more flexible I needed to push myself past my limits all the time. Since joining Expanding Capacity, I have had my whole mindset about flexibility and mobility shifted. I learned that it's not about pushing yourself, but more about guiding yourself and letting the body adapt overtime. The mindset shift alone has greatly improved my approach, and the actual program has given life back to my hips! Excited to get on Shakira's level soon!","overall_rating":5,"reviewer_name":"Lavell Wallace Jr","time_in_community":"3_6_months","is_verified":false,"would_recommend":true,"helpful_count":1,"created_at":"2026-03-24T05:17:15.635+00:00","ratings":{"content":null,"engagement":null,"safety":null,"value":null,"leadership":null,"networking":null},"owner_response":null,"video":null},{"id":"d1a1390b-53d1-4cc3-b2ab-0ca64125106a","title":"Great time","content":"I love expanding capacity because michael rizk really cares about, you know, expanding your capacity to move and better your body, his daily flows really helped me with moving more freely and flowy, they really help reduce the tensing that happens throughout the day and it helps with my posture. The community is also really sweet too, everyone is very kind.","overall_rating":5,"reviewer_name":"cassie.equ","time_in_community":"1_3_months","is_verified":false,"would_recommend":true,"helpful_count":1,"created_at":"2026-03-21T20:52:39.646+00:00","ratings":{"content":null,"engagement":null,"safety":null,"value":null,"leadership":null,"networking":null},"owner_response":null,"video":null},{"id":"7afdb1e6-5db3-4767-a318-f0e891d316c6","title":"Results beyond expectations","content":"I am so grateful to have found this community when I did. I can already tell that the daily movement flows will become the foundation that keeps me moving freely and pain-free as I age. Michael has a tremendous wealth of knowledge, and he shares it with such clarity and passion. Even though the sessions are on-screen and designed for everyone, I always feel like he’s speaking directly to me. His energy radiates such positivity—it’s truly infectious.\nIn just three days of following the daily flows, I gained a much deeper understanding of my body and its limits. My range of motion expanded noticeably in the squat and reach. By day seven, I was squatting down and reaching toward the floor with absolutely no pain or discomfort. After each session, I feel springier and looser—like my joints have been freshly oiled.\nI now find myself eagerly—and patiently—waiting for new flows to be released, and I’m excited to continue exploring the restorative movement library.","overall_rating":5,"reviewer_name":"George Philippov","time_in_community":"less_than_month","is_verified":true,"would_recommend":true,"helpful_count":0,"created_at":"2026-03-18T21:03:58.758+00:00","ratings":{"content":null,"engagement":null,"safety":null,"value":null,"leadership":null,"networking":null},"owner_response":null,"video":null},{"id":"f51d2e9a-8dfd-43d6-a9fd-e8dce8c2e483","title":"Game Changer!","content":"The flow sessions have been a game changer for my lower back pain and overall feeling stiff from getting older. I have gained flexibility and strength with very simple flow movements I can do anywhere, at any time!","overall_rating":5,"reviewer_name":"Stacey Youlios","time_in_community":"1_3_months","is_verified":false,"would_recommend":true,"helpful_count":0,"created_at":"2026-03-18T09:56:03.673+00:00","ratings":{"content":null,"engagement":null,"safety":null,"value":null,"leadership":null,"networking":null},"owner_response":null,"video":null},{"id":"6958c2af-82cd-4996-a9b0-635f3d035ff9","title":"Simple Movements for Long Term benefit","content":"I will not claim to have done all the movements provided, but I can positively say that I've learned beneficial movements that have helped me.\n\nI woke up one morning with a pinched nerve in my back. And if you've ever had one, you know how painful it is to just function.  I went to work and started getting my steps. Remembering some of the movements illustrated in Expanding Capacity, I began slowly working them in while I was walking.  By the time I got my steps in, the pinched nerve was gone. Back to 100% normal.\n\nI may not have time to do all the exercises illustrated, but I do play them while I'm working and take note. I work them into my daily routine as time permits. And that's good enough for me.","overall_rating":5,"reviewer_name":"Julianne Anderson","time_in_community":"1_3_months","is_verified":false,"would_recommend":true,"helpful_count":0,"created_at":"2026-03-18T01:34:20.891+00:00","ratings":{"content":null,"engagement":null,"safety":null,"value":null,"leadership":null,"networking":null},"owner_response":null,"video":null},{"id":"154c89d3-ab7e-4c68-bc54-1c1ece087640","title":"This is a must-have program","content":"Michael is so knowledgeable and helpful! We have tried so many programs to increase mobility and get rid of back pain and stiffness. They have all been hard to stick to and difficult to squeeze into busy mom life. Michael makes it easy! Super grateful that I found this program and that he has given me new energy and mobility so that I could be more present for my kids!","overall_rating":5,"reviewer_name":"Michelle McCartney","time_in_community":null,"is_verified":false,"would_recommend":true,"helpful_count":0,"created_at":"2026-02-13T22:50:57.453+00:00","ratings":{"content":null,"engagement":null,"safety":null,"value":null,"leadership":null,"networking":null},"owner_response":null,"video":null},{"id":"72c1db49-01b9-4bea-85bf-3dd6a1f92785","title":"Flexibility and Flow","content":"I made a comment in the group recently about how I use to think Expanding Capacity was just a high-performance word for success and business, but I'm actually realizing it's a life word. Since being a part of this group I've not only stretch my muscles, discovered new skills, but I've also discovered new found clarity on how the body and the mind are so connected! In addition to Michael just being a super cool guy- the information and education  he's shares is supreme. I'm ready to surf the waves of life again. ","overall_rating":5,"reviewer_name":"Diana Pequeno","time_in_community":"1_3_months","is_verified":true,"would_recommend":true,"helpful_count":0,"created_at":"2026-02-13T00:15:03.48+00:00","ratings":{"content":null,"engagement":null,"safety":null,"value":null,"leadership":null,"networking":null},"owner_response":null,"video":null},{"id":"98a31d11-a39b-4c28-9d69-0e4f04369482","title":"I saw improvement from the first day of the Daily Flow","content":"I've been dealing with severe back pain for about a month, and while it started getting better it stalled after about 2 weeks. Sometimes stretching even made it worse. \n\nBut I started Michael's program, and noticed a significant difference on the very first day. It's been progressively better every day. I've only been doing the program for a week, but I can't believe the difference it's made already.\n\nI can't wait to start using the Restorative Movement Library! I've got so many things in my body that I know needs support, and Michael has so much amazing information and exercises to help.","overall_rating":5,"reviewer_name":"Jenna Kelly","time_in_community":"less_than_month","is_verified":false,"would_recommend":true,"helpful_count":0,"created_at":"2026-02-11T00:40:24.634+00:00","ratings":{"content":null,"engagement":null,"safety":null,"value":null,"leadership":null,"networking":null},"owner_response":null,"video":null},{"id":"c20a6166-ba64-46e3-97b6-6f7b95d675ca","title":"A small change that made a huge difference.","content":"I spend a lot of time driving, including long stretches on the highway, and in winter cruise control is not really an option. My days also include a lot of sitting at work. I started noticing that I would finish my trips with tight shoulders and neck, and a stiff and sometimes painful right knee. Some of it was likely road conditions, but my body was clearly holding a lot of tension.\nMichael suggested a few simple adjustments, including sitting on a pillow to slightly change the angle of my hips. I am not 100 percent sure of the exact mechanics, but I can absolutely feel the difference.\nThat small tweak, combined with the daily 20 minute restorative movement flow I have been doing in his group, has noticeably changed how my drives feel. My body feels more supported, and the pain and tension I had been experiencing are gone.\nWhat I appreciate most is how practical and accessible the suggestions were. Small changes, real results. I am actually starting to enjoy my commutes instead of dreading them.\nHighly recommend.","overall_rating":5,"reviewer_name":"Frances S","time_in_community":"1_3_months","is_verified":false,"would_recommend":true,"helpful_count":1,"created_at":"2026-02-05T11:00:45.693+00:00","ratings":{"content":null,"engagement":null,"safety":null,"value":null,"leadership":null,"networking":null},"owner_response":null,"video":null}]}