If you grew up watching Sesame Street then you know the tune “One of these things is not like the other”. In the case of our movement, there is no one thing that is like any other. Each and every movement in the human body is unique. You take a step, and the next step …
Stack your Boxes: Strategies for standing and walking
One of the most common physical complaints people share with us is pain in their back and knees when they are standing and walking. We live in a hilly area so there is also the added challenge on their joints when walking up and downhill. This is one of my favorite areas to help people …
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The Big Toe: What’s the big deal?
Have you ever wondered why we have one toe that is much bigger than the rest? Well, there is very good reason. First, imagine your toes were all the same size. How would you stand or walk differently? We may be able to manage with one less of the smaller toes without having a significantly …
Clench it or Move it? Using your muscles for their intended purpose
Since the exercise craze of the ’80s, we have seen many variations of the “Butt Crunch” exercise. The action of a Butt Crunch is a repeated squeeze of the buttocks while sitting or standing. With the promise of a more lean and toned back-side, many people have fallen prey to this madness. Let’s talk about …
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Your Posture on Hold
We have such high and often unrealistic expectations for how our bodies should look, right down to our postures. As we walk down the street and catch a glimpse of ourselves in a store window, we immediately stand up taller, suck in our tummies, and pull our shoulders back. Have you ever noticed that holding …