I often ask my clients who are runners to try to run in lighter, more flexible shoes to avoid developing a lazy foot which can lead to so many different running injuries and performance issues! 2 ways to go lighter: ? Every time you are needing to buy a new pair of sneakers, get something a little lighter and slightly less supportive than what you currently have. ? If switching from stability shoes right to minimalist shoes…
Pain and tightness suffered post mastectomy/ lumpectomy can limit one’s life drastically. Myofascial Release can help create vast changes by softening dense scars and fibrosed fascia that remain unchanged with traditional therapy and stretching. Traumatized tissue can have a cascading effect on the body. Locally, tightened and fibrous fascia can restrict blood flow and lymphatic flow resulting in lymphedema. Auxiliary cording can also occur, causing a significant loss of range of motion in the shoulder, leading to a loss of function. Pain and weakness…
Every April, I pull out my Slo-pitch ball bag. Curse at myself for not having done it in October... Curse some more because that’s where my shirt went, or my favorites socks.... and then....curse some more because I left everything in the bag wet.... OOOOPS! I start the process of airing out the equipment, oiling up the glove, make sure there is a ball for every league, 11 inch for ladies, 12 inch for mixed. …
Méana Franco does things on purpose. The 23 year old powerlifter and personal trainer cuts a decisive path across the gym floor as she heads to the bench press. Without any preamble or small talk to those around her, she bounces on her toes a few times, shakes her muscular arms out, and assumes an arched position under the bar. An average gym-goer watching the scene would not be able to appreciate the complexities of…