I saw grief drinking a cup of sorrow
and called out,
It tastes sweet, does it not?
You have caught me, grief answered,
and you have ruined my business.
How can I sell sorrow,
when you know it's a blessing?
-Rumi
Is Crossed Posture Syndrome Causing Your Pain, Stiffness, And Fatigue?
Watch This Video To Find Out How To Reverse CPS Now!
Best Sleeping Position and How to Get Out of Bed
Posted on December 28, 2010 by drsteve
This is one of the most common questions I get from my private clients, Core Wellness Institute students, and GetToYourCore.com subscribers.
So for module 11 in the Institute course I recorded myself in the optimum sleep positions that create the least amount of stress on your body but I just couldn't keep it to course students only!
So today you get an insider's look into the coaching course. I hope you enjoy it and benefit from it!
Please leave your comments by clicking on "comments" or "leave a comment" at the top right of this post!
Best Core Training Exercise Position…EVER (Secrets from Prague – Part 3)
Posted on December 1, 2010 by drsteve
At the end of this video in part 3 of the Arizona core stability series, I share the most important body position you must be able to control.
You'll also learn what Dr. Kolar from Prague revealed as the true "motor" for movement and posture in a developing infant.
More importantly, you'll see how it applies to YOUR posture and YOUR ability to be "as a child" for as long as humanly possible!
This concept is so amazingly true, it's no wonder I choked up when I talked about it.
Please take these things to heart. They really will help you experience life more fully.
With much gratitude for you all… – Dr. Steve
P.S. Be warned…not many people can accomplish what I demonstrate at the end of this video. Just know that it absolutely IS possible once your "deep core amnesia" is resolved.
Core Training Secrets From Prague – Part 2 “The Core of the Core”
Posted on November 24, 2010 by drsteve
The key concept from the new paradigm of posture and core training from Prague unfortunately kind of kicks Pilates in the teeth…YIKES!
Now don't get me wrong, I love Pilates for it's emphasis on "lengthening out" into good posture. But in this video you'll learn the critical difference in the way you should switch on the "core of your core".
And it has nothing to do with "pulling your belly button to your spine"!
"Abdominal hollowing" as it's called, has actually been proven to take you OUT of good stability.
So try the self test in this short video (it's only about 2 and a half minutes) to see if YOU can properly activate the core of your core"!
See you at Piestawa Peak!
P.S. I'm getting excited to re-open the Core Wellness Institute coaching course to the public in the new year.
The trial group is on module 6 of 12 this week (I post a new module each week) and so far I've been getting awesome feedback from the participants who are using the unique posture and lifestyle action steps to enjoy less pain, more energy, and the ability to finally get back on track with their health.
I'll be making an announcement soon about how to get on the early notification list for when the course re-opens.
Core Training Secrets From Prague – Part One
Posted on November 18, 2010 by drsteve
After an amazing 3 day course in Phoenix learning from a core stability genius in Dr. Pavel Kolar from Prague, I can now definitely say that most classic exercises you do in gyms and fitness classes have it all wrong and are actually creating a lot of damage.
Over the next week I'll be releasing a series of videos that reveal the amazing new breakthrough concepts from Prague that are emerging to create a whole new paradigm of pain relief, fitness, rehabilitation, performance training, and of course, posture correction.
This series of videos comes from Piestewa Peak (formally Squaw Peak) in the Phoenix Mountain Preserve. Enjoy the scenery and the information and leave me any questions or comments!
What I reveal in this video is hard to believe unless you see and/or experience it first hand. The idea seems mysterious but really it's very fundamental infant development!
How To Get Up Off The Floor With The “Reach and Roll” Technique
Posted on November 3, 2010 by drsteve
Today's episode not only helps you avoid the dreaded cry…
"I've fallen and I can't get up!"
It also helps your agility and your ABILITY to get down and up off the floor to exercise, clean, or play with your kids or grandkids!
Discover how to tap back in to your youthful posture programs to live a more active and fulfilling life!
Leave a comment and tell me what OTHER activity of daily living you want to be able to continue to do as long as you want to do it!
Announcing: Organic Posture And Functional Fitness Course Enrollment
Posted on September 23, 2010 by drsteve
REMEMBER!
Post ANY questions or comments you have about this video or the new course by clicking on "Comments" on the top right of this post!
If you're new or haven't yet had the chance to incorporate the methods I teach, be sure to browse the comments below to get an idea of what to expect from the course.
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Comment: I did some gardening today-lots of bending and lifting which made my back and neck very stressed and sore. I tried some of the exercises and felt immediately more relaxed and in less pain.
I really enjoy doing these exercises as they are very calming, and also indicate to me where the problem areas are. I never realised how important the breathing aspect of exercise is. Its made a big difference to me to undo the bad habit of upper chest breathing.
Looking forward to more.
Thanks Steve
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Blackiebluewings has made a comment on Piriformis Stretch For Back Pain and Sciatica…Done Right!:
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I was feeling old and stiff before my time.
I've suffered a number of sporting injuries over the years including broken ribs, toes, fingers and a broken hip. Impact exercises are now a thing of the past, mainly to help preserve my prosthetic hip for as long as possible, but also because of the pain caused elsewhere.
What I liked the most is the realisation that my whole body can be governed by achieving the correct posture. At 46 yrs old, this may take a little time, but I'm already finding that I am more conscious of how I position myself and also how I breathe. At just over 6', and weighing in at 175lbs, I actually feel taller and more able to carry my weight in a more balanced and confident way.
The video clips are simple to follow and far better than trying to understand by reading a book.
I felt a bit regretful that my posture hasn't been addressed at an earlier age. However, I don't think it's too late.
Colin Braithwaite, Tauranga, New Zealand
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I'm not responding to this particular post. I'm leaving a comment so express my appreciation for everything you are sharing with us. I have been suffering from chronic back pain for almost 30 years.
I've seen dozens of doctors, chiropractors, therapists, acupuncturists, you name it, and they all disagreed with each other. Oops, I forgot to mention MRIs interpreted differently by orthopedic surgeons, and the doctors who told me to look up psychiatrists.
I've taken matters into my own hands. The information and videos you provide will make a huge difference in my life.
Sincerely,
Isabelle
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You have a new fan. I love your videos and find them invaluable. You keep it simple as well as inexpensive, therefore anybody can do those exercises. They are also SAFE! Great channel. I will be back to watch as many of your videos as possible. Thank you.
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Comment: Thanks for another great video. I need to reprogram the way I use my body, reaching, bending, carrying things. I tend to tense my shoulders and bend straight down straining my back. I have though been more aware of just how I use my body since doing your exercises and your correct sitting video.
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weetbix55 has made a comment on Piriformis Stretch For Back Pain and Sciatica…Done Right!: THANK you YOU R THE MANNNNN ——————– A new comment on the post "Confirmed Early Notification For Posture Coaching" is waiting for your approval http://gettoyourcore.com/dtfcoachingearlyconfirm Author : Jilly ——————– New comment on your post "CPS Self Test #2 – Lower Crossed Syndrome" Comment: Both hips got to 0' but my knees were both at ~45! When I pulled my lower leg to 90' at the knees my hip and thighs got an awful stretch that I had to ease off right away! Ow. I feel old! Please, what is the exercise?? Thanks. I've only just joined and I think this is a great mission and very generous of you. I've had core amnesia for almost all my life I think. I want to change that! ——————- richardban1 has made a comment on Piriformis Stretch For Back Pain and Sciatica…Done Right!: thanks you are my hero. I exercised with suspension equipment this morning and did some foam rolling after to loosen my lower back muscles and it band. I started having muscle spasms, numbness and pain from my hip to my knee. I have done your stretches that you recommended and it has loosened the muscle in my lower back and hip. I can now walk with out numbness and spasms. Thanks again doc you are so helpful. ——————- A new comment on the post "Organic Posture Correction with the "Push Away Phenomenon"" is waiting for your approval Author : Becky Irvin Comment: Thank you for helping me not get the dowager's hump. I try to look younger than I am. Enjoy your vacation. ——————- Author : Janice Comment: I took you up on the invitation to notice my posture at various times over the weekend. I asked the simple question "Am I pushing away from my support points?" This simple suble shift helped me see in an instant the benefit of being aware of balance from an inner perspective instead of the habitual focus on what goes on around me. What a powerful place to start, you have my attention. ——————- Author : Pattie Comment: I tried the test, and was surprised, my wrists touched the ground, and my ribs stayed down. Granted I had the intention, so that was in innovator. Before finding this site, I'm not sure I wo uld keep my ribs down to the ground. —————— 
YouTube Saluff has made a comment on Piriformis Stretch For Back Pain and Sciatica…Done Right!: God bless you! I tried this stretch where it told me to do something similar to this but lying on the ground, well the ground made my tailbone hurt very bad! This helps a lot. I knew my sciatic pain was from a stiff muscle because it felt like someone was sitting on my back all the time. Now I feel amazing! ——————- Hi Dr. Steve, So far I have mixed feelings about the content of your videos.
On the plus side, I think the two self-diagnosis videos were great!!! On the negative side, the upper and lower self-tests I guess that explains my left shoulder, lower back and hip discomfort. I consider myself to be an active and health-conscious person but my desk job is a definite hindrance. I certainly look forward to the next self test and even more so to solutions. I've set up a program on my computer at work to remind myself to take frequent breaks incorporate short exercise/stretching sessions. I love your mission about creating awareness of CPS. I'm trying to do my part to help you by sharing the info I've learned so far with my family and friends. Finally, I have also enjoyed the videos (standing desk, exercise-ball chair, lifting technique, etc) on your website!! Many thanks!!! Pete Knoepfle ———————- Author : Karen B Comment: I am old (53), overweight and out of shape, but have been told I have good posture. I figured trying this I would look like a pretzel, so I was stunned, when I laid down next to a full length mirror so I could see what was touching and what was not, to find that I was able to perform this easily with only a very tiny arch in my neck. Eagerly awaiting next lower back installment of these tests as most of my problems are lower back and hip related. By the way found your site and tried the back pain relief video. After only 3-4 minutes the constant pain, muscle tension and rigidity I have had running from the top of my hips across the top of my buttocks for several years was much improved. I was, in fact, actually able to massage this area for the 1st time in recent memory without this muscle feeling like it was made of stone. Thanks so much!!! ————————-
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How To Release The 3 Key Blockages To Organic Posture
Posted on September 2, 2010 by drsteve
There was such a great response to the first video we did in West Virginia on "organic posture", that I thought I would give you some more insight on how to feel the "lightness" and "spring" that it creates!
Enjoy the video and let me know how you feel about this new concept in the comments below!
If you haven't seen the full introduction to the new course you can check it out by CLICKING HERE
Heel Pain Disease “Cured” – Lessons On Labeling and Keeping a Clean Environment
Posted on August 24, 2010 by drsteve
2 Lessons: Labeling and Fish Bowls
I had this thought process hit me while sitting with Mom last night after a long but rewarding day at work. (day 18 in the ICU…slow progress gives a lesson in patience)!
btw…I've got all 30 Myobalance Method exercises uploaded online and am getting closer and closer to starting enrollment in the "Do This First" Posture Transformation and Functional Fitness Course!
Also, the looks of the site will likely change as well so just keep rolling with me through the process, OK? You won't be sorry.
If you're not on the early notification list to get in on the extra bonus material for fast movers when enrollment opens be sure to put your name and email in the form below the intro video at www.corewellnessinstitute.com/introduction
Enjoy!
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One of the things you have to watch out for when you go to the
doctor is the label that gets slapped on your forehead.
Recently, I had a 14 year old freshman boy come in because he started having pain in his Achilles after starting intense soccer practice.
His diagnosis…"Sever's Disease".
This poor kid and his parents were told that he had a "disease". The cure…heel cups, ice, and ibuprofen.
What about "getting to the core" of the problem? Or at least a referral to a physical medicine practitioner!
Luckily, his Mom is one of my private clients and she knew better.
It was obvious when I assessed him that he had poor biomechanics of his hip, knee, and foot that caused him to have extra load on his Achilles tendon and heel.
One training session to get his hips moving properly and to teach him how to bear weight on his feet correctly plus some soft tissue work to break up the tightness in his hip and calf muscles and…
…he was pain free within 2 days without ibuprofen or ice.
His "disease" was HEALED! 
The reason I'm sharing this is not so you think I have some kind of magic healing powers. I share it in hopes that you will never just buy the "disease" diagnosis. (That's lesson #1)
You have to always just keep asking "WHY" until you get an answer that makes sense!
And not just something like "Well he's a young boy who just started playing soccer. That's why."
Or "You have degenerative disc disease because your getting old, Mrs. Jones!"
Chronological age has NOTHING to do with disease.
It's all about the stress you're body is under and the environment in which your bodymind has been wired!
Lesson #2 begins with the fact that we would all be better served if we looked at the fish tank analogy.
What do you do if the fish gets sick? YOU CHANGE THE WATER!
You create a healthier environment. You clean the tank and you get the pH and bacteria levels right. (There's probably other stuff, but I've never really dealt with fish, just rabbits right now!)
Mental stress, physical stress, toxic environmental stress, and the stress of nutritional deficiency all make up your "water" in this analogy.
You must totally IMMERSE yourself in a healing environment!
So this is just you're friendly reminder to always keep asking WHY!
I love what Dr. Bernie Siegel says, "Get the words 'difficult patient'in your file and you're guaranteed to live longer!"
Until next time…
Stand up straight, keep pushing away from your support points and stand guard at the door of your mind…
especially if you find yourself at the doctor's office!
Dr. Steve
In-depth Interview with Dr. Steve About Stress Relief and Crossed Posture Syndrome
Posted on July 28, 2010 by drsteve
The following interview was posted on the popular stress relief resource site, www.stress-relief-workshop.com on July 26th, 2010.
This is an in-depth interview and will give you the core philosophy of the Core Wellness Institute. Now, on with the interview…
stress relief technique
Core Wellness Stress Relief Technique
An Interview with Dr. Steve Hoffman, director of natural medicine at The Core Wellness Institute in Jeffersonville, IN
I wanted to include this stress relief technique because stress can be responsible for changing our posture over time. It does this by creating a damaging patterns of thinking, moving, and eating that creates “Stress Physiology” which goes on to cause degeneration and breakdown.
Dr Hoffman provides a very different approach to helping us to prevent this degeneration and as he puts it "that old age bent forward posture" that prevents us from living full and active lives.
I hope you enjoy the interview and that you take a look at Dr Hoffman’s website and discover more about how you too can use this core wellness stress relief technique to your benefit.
Q. Can I begin by asking you to briefly explain what chiropractic is and how it differs from osteopathy?
A. My favorite "official" definition comes from Dorland's Medical Dictionary which defines chiropractic like this:
"Chiropractic: The science of applied neurophysiologic diagnosis based on the theory that health and disease are life processes related to the function of the nervous system. Irritation of the nervous system by mechanical, chemical, or psychic factors is the cause of disease. Restoration and maintenance of health depend on normal function of the nervous system. Diagnosis is the identification of these noxious irritants and treatment is removal by the most conservative method."
The main difference, as far as historical training, is that osteopaths focus on the musculoskeletal system whereas chiropractors focus on balancing and optimizing the nervous system. I personally think it's kind of silly because you can't affect one without affecting the other. You are ALWAYS affecting the nervous system with any kind of manipulation.
So, in my opinion, a lot of it is simply semantics.
If you are restoring proper motion to a joint then you are calming the noise in the nervous system (the "noise" is called the central excitatory state which sends the "stress message" of breakdown to your body).
So in the end, as long as your dysfunction is diagnosed and treated correctly, it doesn't matter whether an osteopath or a chiropractor does the work. There's a lot of overlap.
The other difference of which I'm aware is that osteopathic manipulation traditionally uses more "generalized, long lever moves" verses chiropractic's more specific adjustments for fine tuning of the nervous system.
The last thing is that the actually "hands on" care from D.O.'s has dwindled greatly since they also have the ability to prescribe drugs and do surgery. The minority of D.O.'s still use manipulation as their primary treatment modality and my hat is definitely off to them!
Just as an observation, I rarely meet any osteopaths at my continuing education seminars related to the new methods of rehabilitation of the musculoskeletal system. It seems that, as a group, they have more of an "internist" or "family practitioner" type of practice instead of a musculoskeletal practice. That's just my observation.
Q. Can Chiropractic be used for all sorts of ailments or is it mainly used for treating muscle and joint problems?
A. Chiropractic, as I stated earlier, is designed to remove noxious irritants to the nervous system. So, for instance, when I help someone get rid of a blocked or stuck joint that was sending a "stress message" to the brain and central nervous system (that's what stuck joints do), not only does the pain resolve because of the big burst of good functional input I introduced back into the system, it also decreases overall stress on the system.
And think about it for a second. What are the top stress related diseases? Cardiovascular disease and cancer are the two big dogs, but in the end, ALL conditions are related back to stress in some way or another, especially digestive complaints.
So my belief is that absolutely, chiropractic helps with all kinds of stress induced conditions.
Q. I notice that you say that your business carries out chiropractic rehabilitation. Can you explain how this differs from normal chiropractic?
A. I'd love to! This is my favorite part of the profession.
Probably the #1 difference is "Active Care" vs "Passive Care".
Passive care is what most people think about when they hear or talk about chiropractic. In the passive care model of chiropractic, you come in, get adjusted, maybe get some ultrasound and an ice pack. You really had no "active" participation in that experience. You had something done TO you instead of you doing something for yourself.
It's the same model as the current conventional medical system. If you hurt your back, you get a pain reliever and a muscle relaxer. That's passive. (Of course the natural methods of adjusting and therapies are leaps and bounds better than putting toxic drugs into your system!)
BUT…with ACTIVE care, you are taught what you can do for yourself so you don't become dependent on passive care! It's interesting that not everybody wants this responsibility. Some would rather just get the adjustment and go on their way without learning a thing. And that's fine. That's their choice. We usually refer them out if that's the case.
If you're readers would like some more information about the benefits of active vs. passive care, I have a short article about it at www.gettoyourcore.com/active-care
Q. As this site is about stress I would like to first ask you about a statement on your site that says “damaging patterns of thinking, moving, and eating can create a stress physiology. Can I ask if you could explain this in a little more detail?
A. Sure. Let's start by describing what I mean by "stress physiology". Stress physiology is the
physiology of breakdown. It's when your brain senses danger (or any type of potentially damaging situation) and, as a result, it "flips the switch" and changes your metabolism over to a state where energy is diverted to making bullets for the war instead of attending to repair and rejuvenation.
The stress response is great for saving your life is survival situations but when you experience chronic stress and live in "protection mode" all the time. You get sick. You get tired. And life is no longer any fun.
So your main goalhas to be to reduce stress from all angles. With our coaching programs we empower you to adopt a new thought system that create the belief that you're "breaking down" and "getting old", like you're often told by your doctors. "It's just your age, Mrs. Jones!".
Instead, you areconstantly reminded that your body is renewing every moment and your cells are paying very close attention to what you're saying to yourself!
Thoughts of stress and replaying painful experiencesof the past put you breakdown mode, remember! We offer self talk affirmations to help you "write over" some of the stressful self talk. It makes a HUGE difference when you become aware of the power of belief and how self talk influences it.
As far as your movement goes…damaging movement occurs whenyou use your body inefficiently and cause unnecessary stress and strain on your musculoskeletal system.
Simply reaching to get a glass out of a cabinet incorrectly eventually causes overload inyour neck and shoulder muscles that lead to pain, headaches, and more. Pain is stress and the stress message equals body breakdown. The stress response related to pain is well documented and even affects your ability to think clearly.
But interestingly,you don't have to have pain to have physical stress. A blocked or stuck joint can do the same thing, as well as any joint that is not in good alignment with it's neighbor.
The central nervous system (CNS) likes it when your joints are in their most balanced and congruent positions. And as a bonus when you have good alignment, you experience much less damage if an unexpected load hits your system (like a fender bender or a trip and fall).
With good alignment and muscle balance, you canmore easily dissipate that force so you don't get injured, or at least not as severely.
When it comes to the nutritional stress piece,probably the biggest source is too much sugar and refined carbs. These "fast carbs" cause your blood sugar to spike and fall. And when it falls hard and fast, your adrenal glands kick into action to release the stress hormone cortisol to get your sugar levels back up.
And if the sugar falls after you've gone to bed and your adrenals fire up at 3am, there you sit…wide awake and wondering why.
As a side note, if you find yourself heading to the kitchen a bowl of cereal when this happens, you're in carbohydrate hell and you must break the cycle.
The other 800 pound gorilla for nutritional stress is too much omega 6 fatty acid intake, usually from grains.
These get easily converted into arachidonic acid (AA) in your body and too much AA tells your brain to tell your adrenals to release more cortisol. That's another example of nutrition induced stress.
Q. One area I am particularly interested in is something you call cross posture syndrome and how it is triggered by both emotional and the physical effects of stress. Can you briefly explain what this is and why it is important that we try to prevent it in the first place?
A. Here's the facts, any kind of stress creates a very predictable pattern of muscle imbalance. Dr. Vladimir Janda, of the Czech Republic, who I had the unique experience of working with before he died, was the first person to recognize these patterns in people with neurological lesions like cerebral palsy and stroke. He also had polio as a child so these neurological issues where near and dear to him.
If you look at a child with cerebral palsy, you'll notice classic spasticity patterns in the muscular system. The thing is, these muscles are the exact same muscles that become tight and tense when your brain and central nervous system perceives any kind of stress!
Dr. Janda identified the "upper crossed posture" and the "lower crossed posture" as classic conditions that occur as a result of these patterns. I simply combined the two together and called it "Crossed Posture Syndrome" or CPS for short.
The upper cross syndrome is associated with tightness in the short muscles at the base of your skull (the ones you use to poke your head at the computer screen) and tightness in the pectoral or chest muscles in the front.
When those muscles tighten, their opposite muscles (the shoulder blade depressors and the deep neck flexors) have no choice but to weaken.
This creates the unattractive, slouched forward, head forward posture that lies at the root of most headaches, neck pain, back pain, and even carpal tunnel (along with other arm and hand problems).
The lower crossed syndrome creates a forward tilted pelvis and jams the low back joints together because the hip flexors (the muscles in front of your hip) shorten along with the big muscles in your low back called the erector spinae. This massive compression and tightness pattern then causes a weakness in your abdominals and the gluteals.
This syndrome is classic for back pain, knee pain, hip pain, and even plantar fascitis.
So why prevent it?
You prevent it to keep from curling up into a little old shriveled heap when your 70 or 80 years old! The longer you have your youthful, efficient, pain free posture, the more you can evolve mentally, emotionally, and spiritually to serve your greatest purpose to humankind!
Why prevent it? So you can have more FUN in you life! To PLAY with more enthusiasm and share joy! That's why we're here. At least that's what I believe.
Q. I know I suffer from the syndrome myself, years of sitting stressed over a desk and general stress at work has done this to me. I am currently working my way through your free video help series for cross posture syndrome. Can I ask how quickly the can syndrome be reversed if your advice is followed correctly?
A. The great thing about the free "Reverse CPS Now!" series is that you can have immediate changes in the way you feel. You should immediately feel taller, more centered, and less stressed.
Actually, the "reprogramming" of your nervous system can take place fairly quickly. It can take as little as 3 weeks to "rewire" a posture program in your brain but it usually takes longer because inevitably, you tend to slip into old patterns as life "triggers" you here and there. The getting "on and off track" means it may take a few months to actually change the neural circuits between your ears.
But as far as actually "remodeling" your tissues to make permanent changes in the architecture of your fascia, muscle, ligaments, tendons, and bones it can take up to a year or more. And the thing is, it's not like you can ever just quit paying attention to your posture.
You ALWAYS have to keep the intention of growth, renewal, and expansion or else "the matrix" of the world will suck you back in to it's stress and protection agenda!
My last two questions are about you personally rather than your work.
Q. In your online videos you always come across as someone who really enjoys their work, I was wondering what aspect of your work do you enjoy the most?
A. Great question! What I enjoy most is LEARNING the latest and most effective techniques and then empowering people to transform their lives with the information.
This field of human performance is advancing at the speed of light and I love being on the front edge. I'm especially enthralled with the whole "dynamic neuromuscular stabilization" model that's finally making it's way from Prague to the states. The concept I created called "Organic Posture" has sprung out this model and forms the foundation for my new coaching course.
Q. I once met an osteopath who was always complaining of a bad back caused by the physical demands placed on him by his work. I was wondering if your work put a similar physical strain on your own body and if so how do you counteract it?
A. I counteract it by practicing what I preach with keeping my joints in their best possible alignment when I do chiropractic bodywork. I also have the benefit of demonstrating exercises so I get to pay my tissue debt that way as well.
I also sit on a ball for most of my work which places me in the best possible ergonomic position.
The worst strain I have is the computer, and I find myself doing more and more of it as I continue to move towards online coaching. My next project is a standing active office desk station where I stand on a balance board while I work. The "makeshift" standing station I've used in the past worked well, but I want to take it to the next level. I'll keep you posted on that.
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