The ‘Why’ Behind Staying Active Those of you who have been with me a little while know I’m passionate about being able to be strong and active. The specific ‘Why’ varies from person to person, including: Playing on the floor with grandkids or pets Playing golf or pickle with friends/colleagues Hiking or biking to explore, […]
Quick Overview: Part 4/4 in a series on how a fall affects movement This month’s series explores how a fall can quietly affect your ability to move. Weâre diving into what most recovery models miss: How falling creates hidden disruptions in your movement system (Link to part 1.) The physics of impact â and how […]
Quick Overview: Part 2 in a series on how a fall affects movement This is the second in a series exploring how a fall can quietly affect your ability to move. In this series, weâre diving into what most recovery models completely miss: How falling creates hidden disruptions in your movement system (Link to part […]
Quick Overview: Part 1 in a series on how a fall affects your ability to move Falls donât just cause bruises. They can markedly change how your body moves and reacts for years. In this series, we will explore what most recovery models completely miss: How falling creates hidden disruptions in your movement system The […]
Snow, Being Active, and Your Muscles Have you had a chance to be out playing in the snow? This is the season to rediscover your inner child, and enjoy the magic that snow and winter activities bring! Me, I’ve been out a couple of times with my snow shoes. The time in the pristine woods […]
Are Medical Procedures Interfering with Your Movement? We’ve all had them — some of us more than others. From the âroutineâ (blood draws, IVs) to the major (C-sections, appendix removal, knee replacements). I write about staying active and pain-free, so why am I writing about medical procedures? Because EVERY SINGLE ONE â large or small […]
Why Iâm Questioning Balance Exercises July 31st. A date etched in my memory because I fell that day. Nothing broke, but if you saw my bruises, youâd wonder who I picked a fight with. (Spoiler: the concrete won.) Coupled with my fall from the “hit from behind by cyclist” last year, these experiences got me […]
Behind the Scenes … Itâs been a busy summer here at the BridgingÂŽ Institute! A lot has been happening behind the scenes to make education more accessible and to share new ways of explaining how Bridging helps you move and feel better. Whether youâre curious for yourself or know a friend who could benefit, here […]
Can Sinus Surgery Affect Your Neck and Shoulders? Welcome to Jennyâs world. Several years ago, she had sinus surgery to repair a deviated septum. The results werenât quite what sheâd hoped, so she went through a second procedure recently. This time, it worked! Her breathing finally improved. But her muscles didnât get the memo. Her […]
How Should Your Knee Really Move? And Reasons Post-surgery Recovery Often Falls Short Itâs an active time of year â but many people are sitting on the sidelines with knee trouble. Whether itâs a strain, ACL or meniscus tear, or even a total knee replacement, recovery can leave you wondering, âWhy doesnât my knee feel […]