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SHOULDER STABILITY FOR EVERYONE . This is such a GREAT exercise for working the scapular stabilizers (like serratus anterior & rotator cuffs) through range of motion. I can’t stress the importance of this one enough! It’s an exercise that EVERYONE should be doing to train the muscles around the shoulder to move appropriately. . Make sure you’re actively pushing your hands into the floor throughout the entire exercise (or think of pushing your body away from the floor)... . Incorporate into your usual routine if you exercise regularly. If you’re doing specific shoulder rehab, ask your therapist when it would be appropriate to add this for your specific condition. Should be completely pain-free. . Tag a friend who will do these with you today! See more

I received my honours degree in Kinesiology from Brock University in 2018. Throughout my 4 years at Brock I spent most of my free time working and volunteering to gain practical experience working with and treating a wide range of populations such as varsity athletes, children with special needs, adults with spinal cord injuries and MS to name a few. After working in a clinic setting for a few years I branched out to working with individuals in their home environment to offe...r quality one on one care. I discovered a passion for the human bodies ability to heal, and for helping others recover from injury after having the opportunity to see what proper treatment, care and exercise was able to do for my father who sustained a spinal cord injury in 2010. I was able to watch my father work with physiotherapists and occupational therapists to assist in maintaining his quality of life while learning to cope with becoming paraplegic. I made it my goal to graduate from a program that would allow me to learn about the science of the human body and its adaptability that would in turn provided me the opportunity to apply my knowledge to care and help others.

WATCH TO THE END FOR BLOOPERS We all know that "tiny tots with their eyes all aglow, will find it hard to sleep tonight..." so what better than winding down with some stretches? Your body will thank you for this gift and I'll vouch for Santa to put you on the nice list! PS - what are some of your favorite Christmas traditions? Comment below!... Hope you all enjoy this blessed season. MERRY CHRISTMAS

Stress Management to Optimize Your Healing Did you know that Stress Management is an integral part of healing from injury? The effects that stress has on the body impedes its natural healing process and can significantly slow it down. Research suggests that taking measures to reduce overall psychological stress can prevent stress-induced impairments in a physical healing. Here are some suggestions to manage stress in order to optimize your physical recovery:... ) . Be proud of your accomplishments instead of disappointed in your failures and take them as notes for improvement next time. Continual improvement can be even more satisfying than initial success. ) . Volunteer or find another way to help someone. The act of selflessness and removing your focus from your personal anxieties can help give you a break from your everyday stress. ) -. Immerse yourself in nature, do some stretches, take a walk, ride a bike, meditate, get a massage, do some organizing...Stepping back from the problem helps clear your head. ) - . Do not skip any meals. Do keep healthful, energy-boosting snacks on hand. ) since it can aggravate anxiety. ) . When stressed, your body needs additional sleep and rest. ) to help you feel good and maintain your health. ) . Nose inhale and count to 5. Mouth exhale slowly. Repeat. ) . A good laugh goes a long way. ) . Is it work, family, school, or something else you can identify? Write in a journal when you’re feeling stressed or anxious, and look for a pattern. ) . Tell friends and family you’re feeling overwhelmed, instead of bottling it up. SAVE this post for later so stress-managing techniques are one less thing you have to worry about when you’re in the middle of a stressful time! SHARE with a friend to spread some helpful tips!

Let's talk about the challenge of exercise. Exercise is work. It elevates your heart rate, will make you sweat...Yes, exercise does get easier with time, but it will never be "easy." You see, exercise *should* challenge you. You have to work past your comfort zone in order to train your heart, lungs, and muscles to get stronger and more fit. Over time, yes it will become easier to walk at the pace you started, but once that becomes easy, it's time to walk faster. Think of exe...rcise as a challenge to continuously improve on what you just accomplished. So I can't tell you that exercise is easy. To accomplish your fitness goals it will take work. But I can tell you that it WILL be WORTH IT! Let's HUSTLE! . . . #posture #posturecorrection #cardioworkout #outdoorliving #backday #naturelover #legsday #dontskiplegday #coreday #legsworkout #corestrength #cardio #legstraining #skinnylegs #coreexercises #coreworkouts #corework #coretraining #coreexercise #corecontrol #cardioexercises #cardiofitness #workouts #fitspo #circuit #homeworkout #workoutvideo #fitfam #wellnessjourney #activelifestyle See more

I received my honours degree in Kinesiology from Brock University in 2018. Throughout my 4 years at Brock I spent most of my free time working and volunteering to gain practical experience working with and treating a wide range of populations such as varsity athletes, children with special needs, adults with spinal cord injuries and MS to name a few. After working in a clinic setting for a few years I branched out to working with individuals in their home environment to offe...r quality one on one care. I discovered a passion for the human bodies ability to heal, and for helping others recover from injury after having the opportunity to see what proper treatment, care and exercise was able to do for my father who sustained a spinal cord injury in 2010. I was able to watch my father work with physiotherapists and occupational therapists to assist in maintaining his quality of life while learning to cope with becoming paraplegic. I made it my goal to graduate from a program that would allow me to learn about the science of the human body and its adaptability that would in turn provided me the opportunity to apply my knowledge to care and help others.

SCIATICA Often a burning pain down the leg, caused by nerve irritation from a disc bulge. This exercise helps in 2 ways; it strengthens some core back muscles (that’s right, your spine has a core too) AND it helps encourage the disc bulge back into its proper place! Save for later and tag a friend!

Osteopathic Manual Practitioner Mark graduated from the Canadian Academy of Osteopathy in Hamilton. Studying and practicing for 4 years of osteopathy, Mark has developed his clinical training and applications through clinic scenarios and applied the anatomy on the table. Mark has used the principles of the CAO and its osteopathic teachings to give great results to the public. Following the classical osteopathy of Dr. Still, Mark believes in the Osteopathic principles in treat...ing the body; to treat the body as a dynamic unit of function, that the body is self-healing and self-regulating, and that structure and function are interrelated. Anatomy is essential for understanding the body as a 3D whole, using planes and axis to guide the body towards better range of motion, removing obstruction/motion restriction and obtaining an overall better health. DM for inquiries!