One often overlooked and under-utilized method of improving range of motion is a simple stalwart of programming that’s survived for decades, primarily because while they’re not sexy, they still solve problems relatively effectively. Isometric exercise can have some massive impacts in range of motion, and builds off a lot of the tenets I’ve outlined in …
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Cervicogenic Headache Exercises – Treat That Killer Headache
Try these three cervicogenic headache exercises for that killer headache and accompanying neck pain that won’t go away! Source: Cervicogenic Headache Exercises – Treat That Killer Headache With These Exercises | The Prehab Guys
Experts in Human Movement System (! or ?)
Are physical therapists (ready) to be the Experts in Human Movement? The APTA adopted a new vision statement that basically wants us Physical Therapists to become the expert in the Human Movement System. This is a lofty goal. Our profession is looking for a way to brand ourselves, to find our identity. Ask 10 different …
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Pilates for low back pain
A more classically focused Pilates program will included exercises to focus on the following principles: breathing, flow, precision, centering, concentration, control, alignment and integration. Pilates for low back pain: Many teachers will now agree that the term ‘core’ doesn’t refer to your stomach muscles and that having a ‘strong core’ is more about a functional …
What is Evidence-Based Practice and Why Is It Important?
What is Evidence Based Practice? What is Evidence Based Practice (EBP) and why is it important? At Reset-Wellness we believe that our programs should be based on the best research out there. EBP is made up of 3 components that together make for the best outcomes. Research. What does clinical evidence teach us? We use …
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Kettlebells for Lower Cross Syndrome
Kettlebells for Lower Cross Syndrome: The kettlebell swing exercise not only gets you in shape, it also has a corrective effect on one of the most common dysfunctional lifestyle patterns of the western world! The lower cross syndrome was first described by Janda, one of the early gurus on the physical therapy world. We have …
When to Foam Roll?
Foam roll before or after exercises? Many people ask me: “When to foam roll?”. I have always used Foam Rolling like I use stretching: it’s nice to use Foam Rolling before exercises, but I see most benefits when using it afterwards. Foam Rolling has become (almost too) popular. It has it’s benefit, but it’s no …
Improve Posture
Between hours in front of computer and downtime slumped over a smartphone our posture is suffering. Here are 4 exercises to improve posture. Deadlift This exercise works the entire posterior chain, without to much loading of the low back and knees Plank(ing) Planks can be traditional, or with use of a TRX support. Either way, …
10 Slimming Smoothie Recipes
Sip up and slim down with these delicious flat belly smoothie recipes. Quick and easy to prepare, these smoothie recipes are packed with refreshing fruits and MUFAs (monounsaturated fatty acids)—the Flat Belly Diet powerhouse ingredient that specifically targets belly fat. These 10 filling, creamy smoothies are perfect for breakfast, lunch, or a snack Mango Smoothie Surprise …
Upgrade Your Life
Upgrade your life: These 6 “doctors” can help with that. If you get enough “Fresh Air”, “Exercise”, “Water”, “Rest”, “Sunshine” and you eat a “Good diet” you will upgrade your life. Read full article on linkedIn