Debunking the myth of “Stand Up Straight with Your Shoulders Back” by Jordan Peterson. Learn why this posture can be harmful and discover exercises to improve your body dynamics for healthier standing and breathing.
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Debunking the myth of “Stand Up Straight with Your Shoulders Back” by Jordan Peterson. Learn why this posture can be harmful and discover exercises to improve your body dynamics for healthier standing and breathing.
Read MoreBryan Johnson: A Man of Many Talents, but is Posture Advice One of Them? You’ve heard of Brian Johnson, right? The guy who’s been doing some fantastic work in the realm of health and longevity science. Can we say the same about his postural advice? I think NOT! I’ve spent a TON of time dissecting all things posture. What is is, what it is not, and how to “improve” it. And it’s more complicated than you think. In this post, I’m going to critique Brian’s 5 posture tips. Be prepared for a research deep dive. And don’t worry, you’ll also get what you should do instead. Check out the blog, video, and podcast below to learn about it!
Read MoreLearn how to manage Achilles tendon pain with a four-step approach involving load management, improving movement dynamics, nutrition, and local reloading.
Read MoreMake Walking Comfortable I want you to think back on your last leisurely stroll or intense power walk. Did you feel any discomfort? Did your body ache, despite the countless rehab exercises you’ve been doing? If so, you’re not alone, and I’ve got some news for you. Walking may seem simple, but is quite complex. Do it right, and it can be a game-changer for your mobility and posture. Bear with me here, because I know it sounds odd. Walking should be an unconscious process. I mean, you don’t want to be Sting, contemplating every breath you take or every move you make, right? Yet, what do you do if walking hurts? Considering your gait might be the key. Let’s dive into what to think about while walking! Read the blog, watch the video, and listen to the podcast below!
Read MoreA common postural problem Slouched posture gets all the press, but what if you’re dealing with flat back posture? Although this presentation is common, there are NOWHERE NEAR as many resources addressing it. That changes today. I’m breaking the silence on this critical posture problem. You’ll learn what it is, how to test for it, and how to improve your movement with it. Read the blog, watch the video, and listen to the podcast on it.
Read MoreThat NO ONE looks at Almost all painful shoulders neglect improving mobility in 1 key area. An area that services as the foundation for shoulder girdle function. The ribcage. That’s right, your ribcage isn’t only there to protect your vital organs. It’s the shoulder girdle’s base. Improve the dynamics of this area, and most of those common shoulder issues will vanish. Want to learn how? Check out the blog, video, and podcast below.
Read More99% of people miss this on a pushup Pushups are a classic exercise. They can do so much: But there’s a problem. Almost 99% of the people I coach through pushups are forgetting to do 1 key thing. if you can add this to your pushup, you’ll get SO much more out of the exercise. It’ll cook the muscles harder, make pushups more comfortable, AND better improve mobility. Read the blog, watch the video, and listen to the podcast to learn what that fix exactly is.
Read MoreAddressing all factors that cause forward head Struggle with forward head posture? I bet you tried sitting up straight and pulling your shoulders back. But it didn’t work that well, right? That’s because forward head posture is not caused by laziness or phone use, but by something else: The need to keep the airway open. I’ll explain why forward head posture happens and how to fix the underlying issues. Addressing this posture in the best way possible. Read the blog, watch the video, and listen to the podcast below to learn about it.
Read MoreA better solution for tight hamstrings If you often feel that your hamstrings are tight, your first thought might be to stretch them more. But what if you’re someone who can easily touch the floor with your palms? Or maybe you are SUPER stiff and stretching just doesn’t work. Stretching may not be the solution. Especially when all that does is improve stretch tolerance. So what is? We’ll explore that in this post. You’ll learn why hamstring stretching may not work for everyone. Best yet, I’ll provide alternative strategies to relieve tension and improve flexibility. Read, watch, listen, and learn below!
Read MoreThis hits all the major areas Is this your warmup? If that sounds familiar, then you are missing something crucial. Something that could improve your performance and reduce injury risk. But does that mean we need a specific warmup for every activity? No, there are three essential components to consider for any warmup. In this blog post, we will discuss these three components of an effective warmup. Not only that, but I’ll show you the warm-up I use for many of my clients. Read the post, watch the video, and listen to the podcast to learn about it.
Read MoreA solution for slouching that works Have rounded shoulders? Feel like you ALWAYS have to sit up straight and stand up tall to fix them? Maybe even do a bunch of rows? STOP. Why? Because these common fixes might actually be counterproductive? I’ll reveal the real solution to fix rounded shoulders that you’ve never seen before. The best part? It’s actually backed by science! So, get ready to learn the truth! Read the blog, watch the video, and listen to the podcast to learn about it!
Read MoreNailing this one thing changes lower body exercises forever Spending hours doing mobility drills to get loose, but not seeing lasting results? You might be missing something. That changes today. There’s one key thing that can AMPLIFY pretty much all lower body mobility drills. But that’s not all. Nailing this piece can also improve your force production like never before. What is it? Check out the video, podcast, and blog below to learn.
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