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Phrases commonly used when instructing others on how to activate the inner core: Pull the belly button to spine Suck In Tighten your abs This actually can increase pressure and turn off the deep core I know so many of you have heard, used, or taught these cues to encourage core activation during workouts. So […]
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We’re not simply training strength…we’re training your brain A couple of weeks ago I filmed these exercise for you in a reel, but what you DIDN’T see was that I STRUGGLED my first couple of reps! I wasn’t automatically perfect at it (which is a good lesson in and of itself), but what I want […]
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Here are a few of my favorite FUNCTIONAL exercises to add to your workouts: D2 flexion with squat – such a technical name but I wasn’t sure what else to call this – the seatbelt exercise? Keys: start w/ your thumb pointing back & finish w/ your thumb pointing back so you get some nice […]
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1. Use e-stim or biofeedback – E-stim and biofeedback should NEVER be your primary treatment plan for your pelvic floor. It will NEVER have the same results as appropriate stretches, exercises, and manual therapy. It can be an adjunct but should NOT be the primary treatment. I’ve seen women who have been put on machines […]
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The stories we tell ourselves are powerful. They have the power to heal or to destroy. For example, these stories have the power to destroy: These are common stories I hear all the time. Most likely, some are running through your head right now in one way or another. They may seem harmless. You’re just […]
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1. Rest LONGER than what you think: Rest is truly medicine for your healing postpartum body. Rest comes easier when you’re sore or in pain, but as soon as you start to feel a little better, it’s easy to see the pile of dishes or dirty floors and think, “Well, I better do that!” Or […]
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My TOP SIX components to healing chronic low back pain (sharing all my secrets!) Chronic low back pain certainly isn’t a one-size-fits-all issue, but after treating it for the past 15 years, I have found that some areas need to be addressed in most people. Want more help? Get my FREE E-guide to strengthen your […]
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I have a super fun story for you this week. I saw a patient recently who contacted me for some postpartum help. She had gone to another pelvic PT postpartum who was more local to her (she lives 1.5 hours from me), and though these visits were helpful, she still felt like something was missing. […]
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+ I’ve become comfortable with my body. I don’t analyze it to death or shame it. I’m super grateful for it – not b/c it’s perfect, & not b/c it fits the world standards, but b/c I’m thankful for all it does for me all day. I can get out of bed. I can play […]
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