Breathing is something we all do automatically, but most of us rarely stop to appreciate how powerful it really is. Our breath is our built-in source of energy and calm—always available, yet often overlooked. When we learn to use it with intention, everything changes. Our breath is our primary source of
Have you ever noticed that your low back feels sore after standing or sitting for a while, or maybe your hamstrings feel tight no matter how much you stretch? One of the sneaky culprits I often see in my practice is “sleepy glutes.” When the muscles in your butt aren’t
Fascia hopping is a very specific way of bouncing on the balls of the feet. If you are looking for something simple, quick and effective to improve your overall health and well-being, this is it! A lot of us struggle with feeling stiff. And a lot of us spend a
Prehabilitation, or prehab for short, is a proactive approach to injury prevention. It is a system of exercises and activities designed to improve strength, mobility, and stability before an injury occurs. Prehab programs focus on improving the overall health of the athlete by focusing on the musculoskeletal system. This includes
In our modern world with so much screen time and so much visual stimulation, how can we support the health and optimal function of our eyes? There are many ways to do this. The number one way is to give our eyes some rest. Secondly, the challenge we face with
First of all, there is a cultural notion that exercise is a special activity that requires special clothes, shoes, and equipment. There is also the cultural notion that being still is a good thing, that it indicates maturity, seriousness, attention, responsibility. And these notions are literally killing us, especially when
Most of us know that in order to be healthy we need to exercise, but most of us don’t have lifestyles or occupations that involve exercise. So how do we find the time? Well, I have some good news! A recent study found that small bursts of exercise were actually more
If you’ve ever heard anyone say “I have TMJ”, it’s a bit of a misnomer because TMJ actually is an acronym for temporomandibular joint, which is the anatomical term for the joint where the mandible (jaw bone) and the temporal bone (bone in the skull) are located. The true term for
Over the years many clients have asked me that question. Usually they are referring to their shoulders. If you are a more visual person, feel free to scroll down to the YouTube videos below that illustrate a few simple, fun things you can do to instantly improve your posture. If
Recently I attended a weekend workshop focused on self-care. It was such a treat after years of Covid isolation to be able to participate in a workshop in person. The leader did an excellent job of providing guidance for breathwork, meditation, and restorative yoga. I left the weekend feeling nurtured,