Blog Post Category: Mobility

  • Why You Should Enlist Help From a Personal Trainer

    Why You Should Enlist Help From a Personal Trainer

    WhyYou Should Enlist Help From a Personal Trainer In a feature published on Insider, personal trainer Ashley Joi expressed her strict belief that exercise should be personalized. People often think that exercise has a one-size-fits-all standard. However, Joi stated, “The beauty of exercise is that it varies depending on what you’re trying to accomplish. It’s really important…

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  • Stretch Yourself (or let us do it)

    Stretch Yourself (or let us do it)

    Two decades in massage therapy reveal an undeniable truth: people avoid stretching. Even therapists struggle with self-care. Clients often skip prescribed stretches, stalling their own progress. Let’s admit, stretching can be a literal pain, but it’s a vital path to pain relief.

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  • Therapy Balls….sorcery or magical cure?

    Therapy Balls….sorcery or magical cure?

    Yoga Tune Up® therapy balls are a game-changer. They reduce pain, improve posture, and enhance performance affordably. Portable and pliable, they relieve stress and grip your skin better than tennis balls and provide lasting relief in between your massage and bodywork sessions.

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  • RICE vs MEAT

    RICE vs MEAT

    The debate between RICE and MEAT for injury recovery isn’t about diet but methods. RICE (Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation) was traditional, but MEAT (Movement, Exercise, Analgesia, Treatment) offers a science-based, long-term approach. Each has its place depending on the injury’s nature and stage. Combining elements of both methods may be the best approach.

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  • Deep Tissue Massage Doesn’t Have To Hurt

    Deep Tissue Massage Doesn’t Have To Hurt

    Deep tissue massage need not be painful to work effectively. The misconception of “no pain, no gain” doesn’t apply here. Deep tissue techniques can vary in pressure, with lighter methods like myofascial release often yielding significant results without discomfort. Effective massage is about communication and should never cause more than a “good hurt.” If it…

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  • Frozen Shoulder Syndrome

    Frozen Shoulder Syndrome

    Frozen shoulder, or adhesive capsulitis, is a painful condition causing limited shoulder movement. It typically progresses through stages and can be triggered by injury or inflammation. Understanding its development and seeking appropriate treatment are crucial for recovery.

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