Movement is so important to maintaining or improving our health! When it comes to mobility, we are generally good at finding relief with tools such as stretching. But, does it really work? And, what else can we do when it doesn’t? Read on … Movement Myth: “I just need to stretch more.” Self-help methods like […]
Movement is so important to maintaining or improving our health! However, our brains are filled with stories of why we are limited to the way we are. This series will discuss common myths and the micromovement counter-perspective. This week’s myth is about aging, and ease of movement when we’re older. Movement Myth: “It must be […]
The theme for this week … What happens with your bones directly affects the muscles. When bones are immobilized for healing, the muscles tend to go offline impacting your ability to be active. This week we look at how a prior broken leg can still impact you years later. Read on … Leg fracture + […]
The theme for this week … What happens with your bones directly affects the muscles. When bones are immobilized for healing, the muscles tend to go offline. This impacts your ability to be active, which is where Bridging® comes to the rescue. By resetting muscle relationships you can, once again, be active. This month we’ll […]
The theme for this week … Recently I’ve written about the many benefits of being physically active. Now we switch to the medical disruptors which may challenge your ability to be active. This week … the after-effects of minimally invasive surgery. Although minimal, it often disrupts how your muscles work together, and Robyn’s story shows […]
The theme for this week … Physical activity in the outdoors is so amazing for our well-being, but there are so many opportunities for something to happen. I didn’t set out to be a case study, but that’s just what happened. A biker ran into me. Yes, accidents do happen, and Bridging® can be a […]
The theme for this week … Physical activity in the outdoors is so amazing for our well-being! That said, there are inherent risks primarily related to falling. This is the third is a series about being active outdoors. You can read the first, which outlined benefits of being active outdoors, and the second, on how […]
The theme for this week … In the Chicago area we have entered the best months of the year for outdoor activity. A bonus to being outside, in addition to being fun, are the benefits to our health — both physical and mental. This is the first is a series about how being active outdoors […]
The theme for this week … My passion related to being active and well-being includes the role of muscles and strength. (You can follow my own strength training journey on Instagram.) I want you to be clear about why strength training is one of the MOST important things you can do for your health. Here […]
The theme for this week … Concerned about brain health? Yes, me too! I’ve been adding more strength training to my fitness routine. Muscle and activity have an impact on your brain health. Read on … Brain and muscle — the connection Turns out what is good for the body is also good for the […]