In Part 3 of the series on rolling for recovery and injury prevention, I cover how to roll the upper back muscles. See Part 1 and Part 2 for the benefits of rolling the lower body. Rolling is a self-myofascial release (SMR) technique that aids in relieving muscle tightness and returning your muscles back to normal. It’s not uncommon for the muscles in our shoulder region to be tight and full of knots. [Read more…] about Rolling 101: Recovery and Injury Prevention for Shoulders and Upper Back
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I am currently taking a community college class in Exercise Science and Kinesiology. I love this class. As I complete each assignment, I think “what a great blog this topic would make!” This last week we have been studying the principles of motivation and adherence. [Read more…] about Yes, I CAN Do this!
In part 2 of my series on rolling for recovery and injury prevention, I would like to explain how to roll the large muscles in your lower body – the quadriceps, hamstrings, calves and glutes. See Part 1 , for a detailed description on the benefits of rolling in general and rolling the IT bands. Just to recap, rolling is a self-myofascial release (SMR) technique that aids in relieving muscle tightness and returning your muscles back to normal. It can also help with uncomfortable pain. Just the other day I was feeling pain in my knee to the point where I could not walk normal. [Read more…] about Rolling 101: Recovery and Injury Prevention for lower body
I think accomplishments, big and small, are worth acknowledging. People celebrate the achievement of hard fought goals in different ways. When it comes to a big weight loss milestone or fitness event, food is often the reward. How a person commemorates their success matters; especially, if the recent accomplishment is part of a larger goal yet to be reached. [Read more…] about Healthy Reward Systems
I am 55 years old and feel like I am in the best shape of my life. It’s always great to receive news that validates how you’re feeling. Recently I went to the doctor for a check-up. A few days later I was called with the results. I was told, “Great news – your bone density has increased! Anything over 4% is considered significant. Amy, yours has increased 5%. Keep doing what you’re doing.” [Read more…] about My Bone Density Testimonial
My best friend Tim and I have a huge appreciation for sports. We played them throughout our youth and remain active now that we are in our fourties. While we may have lost a step or two with age, we are happy there hasn’t been too much of a decline in performance over the years. A commitment to sports and fitness has made that possible. [Read more…] about Game Shape