Corrective Exercise Helps People with Physical Dysfunction and Pain
Corrective Exercise is booming! But even though Corrective Exercise (CE) has been around a long time, I find most people are unaware of it's existence or value to them. All the certifying organizations in the fitness/wellness industry offer continuing education courses on Corrective Exercise. Even One-to-One clients who were once resistant to CE are beginning to understand that their end goal may require customized CE techniques, which may mean taking a step backward in their program for a short while before moving forward again.
CE is popular because in the U.S. alone, musculoskeletal conditions account for approximately $254 billion a year in associated healthcare costs, lost productivity and medical resereach (United States Bone and Joint Decade 2002). This means that human dysfunction, malalignment and associated pain cost the U.S. more than $695 million per day (and these stats are from 2002!). These conditions affect the economy, but their profound and dramatic effects are causing many people to suffer.
Pain issues are in the spotlight. Consequently, more and more qualified professionals are entering the CE arena. World-renowned physical therapists, exercise physiologists, doctors and biomechanics specialists are bringing quality research to the fitness and wellness industry contributing to the booming business of CE.
Computer use, technological advances and improved efficiency mean we all attempt to perform beyond our means. (We have become so efficient at NOT using our bodies for the purposes for which they were designed that we are losing function and creating pain in ourselves.) This kind of pressure has devastating physiological and psychological ramifications. As a result, CE specialists will continue to recognize the value of behavioral coaching (One-to-One Wellness Coaching) alongside the CE program. One-to-One Wellness Coaching in combination with a CE program is a powerful tool.
One-to-One Personal Training and Wellness Coaching can move you forward to a better quality life - moving well with amazing physical, mental and emotional energy. Contact me to learn more at pam@pamholtonetoone.com or 260/749-7226.
A big thanks to Justin Price, co-owner of The BioMechanics in San Diego for his article in the January 2008 Idea Fitness Journal that provided valuable information for this blog.
Showing posts with label mind body exercise. Show all posts
Showing posts with label mind body exercise. Show all posts
Wednesday, October 26, 2011
Friday, September 30, 2011
Energize You and Your Posture with Corrective Exercise!
I posted on September 21: What IS healthy posture, why is it important, and why you may be a candidate for Corrective Exercise to improve posture reducing pain, inflammation, fatigue in the body/mind. As promised, common causes of postural deviations follow:
Pain
Smoking
Learned postural habits
Lack of voluntary, deep, diaphragm breathing pattern
Activities of Daily Living such as sleeping/sitting/standing/functional motion/work and exercise postures/prolonged or repetitive tasks like working long hours on a computer
Footwear that does not promote healthy foot positioning, like wearing heels, ill-fitted shoes
Problems with the upper body, spine, and lower body, such as your choice of footwear with heels affects every part of the body by creating poor posture
Stress and anxiety (Perception and response to past, present and future life experiences)
How can we restore our body/mind to healthy posture? By first learning through Corrective Exercise what healthy posture feels like in your body using a simple self-assessment tool while in standing, seated and sleeping positions. The next step is to begin to evaluate any activities or footwear that negatively affect this new healthy posture and to begin to focus and modify these factors through awareness (mindfulness).
An individualized Corrective Exercise Program will take you to the third, but not quite final, step in your new, energized, pain-free, less stressed body and life! (More to come on this in next Corrective Exercise blog.)
The final step? Practice, practice, practice and love living each day of your life!
Embrace this day.
I posted on September 21: What IS healthy posture, why is it important, and why you may be a candidate for Corrective Exercise to improve posture reducing pain, inflammation, fatigue in the body/mind. As promised, common causes of postural deviations follow:
Pain
Smoking
Learned postural habits
Lack of voluntary, deep, diaphragm breathing pattern
Activities of Daily Living such as sleeping/sitting/standing/functional motion/work and exercise postures/prolonged or repetitive tasks like working long hours on a computer
Footwear that does not promote healthy foot positioning, like wearing heels, ill-fitted shoes
Problems with the upper body, spine, and lower body, such as your choice of footwear with heels affects every part of the body by creating poor posture
Stress and anxiety (Perception and response to past, present and future life experiences)
How can we restore our body/mind to healthy posture? By first learning through Corrective Exercise what healthy posture feels like in your body using a simple self-assessment tool while in standing, seated and sleeping positions. The next step is to begin to evaluate any activities or footwear that negatively affect this new healthy posture and to begin to focus and modify these factors through awareness (mindfulness).
An individualized Corrective Exercise Program will take you to the third, but not quite final, step in your new, energized, pain-free, less stressed body and life! (More to come on this in next Corrective Exercise blog.)
The final step? Practice, practice, practice and love living each day of your life!
Embrace this day.
Sunday, July 24, 2011
Wellness Workshop Series at Dupont Hospital
Join us for these amazing workshops that will take you to a new level of self care and health. A packet of materials will be included with all workshops allowing you to replicate the information presented and experienced. Descriptions of each workshop appear at end of post or give us a call at 260/749-7226 for more information.
Dates/Topics:
August 30, 2011 Relaxation Techniques: Breath Work & Beyond . . .
September 20, 2011 Posture 101 for Balance 911
September 27, 2011 Self Massage for Myofascial Release
Who Should Attend:
Any fitness level
Presenters:
Pam Holt, One-to-One Personal Training and Wellness Coaching
Kelly Holt, One-to-One Creative Movement
Location:
Dupont Hospital Resource Center
2512 East Dupont Road
Suite 220
Fort Wayne, Indiana
Enrollment:
e-mail workshop@pamholtonetoone.com
or call 260/749-7226
Pre-Pay Deadlines:
Relaxation - August 23, 2011
Posture/Balance - September 13, 2011
Self Massage - September 20, 2011
Fee/Refund Policy:
$40/$32 for Dupont Team Members for Relaxation and Posture/Balance
$60/$52 for Dupont Team Members for Self Massage (Cost includes foam roller)
No refunds will be given after the pre-pay deadlines.
Make checks payable to:
One-to-One
Mail to:
One-to-One
5430 Green Road
New Haven, Indiana 46774
What to Wear:
Comfortable clothes you can move in easily.
Workshop Descriptions:
Relaxation Techniques: Breathwork & Beyond . . .
You will explore the actual steps necessary to elicit the relaxation response to reduce stress, improve your sense of well-being, and manage anxiety, depression, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, chronic pain, excess body fat, and much more.
Posture 101 for Balance 911
You will learn a system of exercises to improve posture and balance, learn how to find your correct posture, and improve the overall function of your body, resulting in less inflammation, less pain, and greater ease of movement.
Self Massage for Myofascial Release
Using various tools, you will learn how to give yourself a daily massage, decrease stress, reduce pain and inflammation, and improve posture, flexibility, and function of muscles and internal organs.
Reserve your spot today as class size is limited!
Join us for these amazing workshops that will take you to a new level of self care and health. A packet of materials will be included with all workshops allowing you to replicate the information presented and experienced. Descriptions of each workshop appear at end of post or give us a call at 260/749-7226 for more information.
Dates/Topics:
August 30, 2011 Relaxation Techniques: Breath Work & Beyond . . .
September 20, 2011 Posture 101 for Balance 911
September 27, 2011 Self Massage for Myofascial Release
Who Should Attend:
Any fitness level
Presenters:
Pam Holt, One-to-One Personal Training and Wellness Coaching
Kelly Holt, One-to-One Creative Movement
Location:
Dupont Hospital Resource Center
2512 East Dupont Road
Suite 220
Fort Wayne, Indiana
Enrollment:
e-mail workshop@pamholtonetoone.com
or call 260/749-7226
Pre-Pay Deadlines:
Relaxation - August 23, 2011
Posture/Balance - September 13, 2011
Self Massage - September 20, 2011
Fee/Refund Policy:
$40/$32 for Dupont Team Members for Relaxation and Posture/Balance
$60/$52 for Dupont Team Members for Self Massage (Cost includes foam roller)
No refunds will be given after the pre-pay deadlines.
Make checks payable to:
One-to-One
Mail to:
One-to-One
5430 Green Road
New Haven, Indiana 46774
What to Wear:
Comfortable clothes you can move in easily.
Workshop Descriptions:
Relaxation Techniques: Breathwork & Beyond . . .
You will explore the actual steps necessary to elicit the relaxation response to reduce stress, improve your sense of well-being, and manage anxiety, depression, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, chronic pain, excess body fat, and much more.
Posture 101 for Balance 911
You will learn a system of exercises to improve posture and balance, learn how to find your correct posture, and improve the overall function of your body, resulting in less inflammation, less pain, and greater ease of movement.
Self Massage for Myofascial Release
Using various tools, you will learn how to give yourself a daily massage, decrease stress, reduce pain and inflammation, and improve posture, flexibility, and function of muscles and internal organs.
Reserve your spot today as class size is limited!
Monday, July 5, 2010
Creative Movement Workshop Announced
"Creative Movement: Cultivating Connection, Community, Creativity, and Healing"
Presenters: Pam Holt, One-to-One Personal Training and Wellness Coaching
Kelly Holt, One-to-One Creative Movement
Date: Wednesday, July 28, 2010
Time: 5:15pm-7:00pm
Location: One-to-One Studio
5430 Green Road, New Haven, Indiana
Enrollment: e-mail workshop@pamholtonetoone.com
or call 260/749-7226
Limited class size
Pre-Pay Deadline: July 21, 2010
Fee/Refund Policy: $35/No refunds will be given after July 21, 2010
Please make checks payable to One-to-One
Mail checks to: One-to-One
5430 Green Road, New Haven, Indiana 46774
Who Should Attend: Any fitness level and all ages.
What to Wear and Bring: Comfortable movement clothing and a towel or mat.
Workshop Description: "Creative Movement: Cultivating Connection, Community, Creativity, and Healing", is an uplifting, exuberant experience filled with engaging activities that exercise your mind, body, and spirit. Creative Movement gives you the tools to become your own teacher and healer; the only teacher and healer you will ever need, and encourages you to share these gifts with others. In this workshop, we will explore several different ideas of movement, using nature as our inspiration and backdrop. We will cultivate our sense of creative expression using simple art, music, and writing to enhance the mind/body connection; no prior experience is necessary in any of these art forms. Finally, we will use these activities as metaphors for life, teaching the way to inner and outer peace through the paths of mindfulness of the external world, self-awareness, and breath connect. In Creative Movement, as in life, success is not defined by how "good" you are at any given activity, but rather by your connection to your inner and outer worlds, a real sense of communal and self joy, your ability to heal yourself, and to celebrate life and have fun!
"Creative Movement: Cultivating Connection, Community, Creativity, and Healing"
Presenters: Pam Holt, One-to-One Personal Training and Wellness Coaching
Kelly Holt, One-to-One Creative Movement
Date: Wednesday, July 28, 2010
Time: 5:15pm-7:00pm
Location: One-to-One Studio
5430 Green Road, New Haven, Indiana
Enrollment: e-mail workshop@pamholtonetoone.com
or call 260/749-7226
Limited class size
Pre-Pay Deadline: July 21, 2010
Fee/Refund Policy: $35/No refunds will be given after July 21, 2010
Please make checks payable to One-to-One
Mail checks to: One-to-One
5430 Green Road, New Haven, Indiana 46774
Who Should Attend: Any fitness level and all ages.
What to Wear and Bring: Comfortable movement clothing and a towel or mat.
Workshop Description: "Creative Movement: Cultivating Connection, Community, Creativity, and Healing", is an uplifting, exuberant experience filled with engaging activities that exercise your mind, body, and spirit. Creative Movement gives you the tools to become your own teacher and healer; the only teacher and healer you will ever need, and encourages you to share these gifts with others. In this workshop, we will explore several different ideas of movement, using nature as our inspiration and backdrop. We will cultivate our sense of creative expression using simple art, music, and writing to enhance the mind/body connection; no prior experience is necessary in any of these art forms. Finally, we will use these activities as metaphors for life, teaching the way to inner and outer peace through the paths of mindfulness of the external world, self-awareness, and breath connect. In Creative Movement, as in life, success is not defined by how "good" you are at any given activity, but rather by your connection to your inner and outer worlds, a real sense of communal and self joy, your ability to heal yourself, and to celebrate life and have fun!
Saturday, July 3, 2010
Fitness Walking Intervals Workshop A Success!
The Fitness Walking Interval Workshop was well-attended by all ages who enjoyed the beautiful river trailway as they learned about and received the benefits of this type of movement. This workshop is now available for individual, small and large groups and businesses on-site or at location to be determined by individual or group. Remember that all workshops may also be combined with additional workshops and customized for the individual or group culture.
E-mail workshop@pamholtonetoone.com or call 260/749-7226 for more information.
Look for details later this week about our July 28 and September 1, 2010 workshops -
July 28 Workshop: "Creative Movement: Cultivating Connection, Community, Creativity, and Healing" is an uplifting, exuberant experience filled with engaging activities that exercise your mind, body, and spirit using art, music and writing.
September 1 Workshop: "Introduction to Hooping I" is an opportunity to learn this crafted art form. If you thought you could never hula hoop or that hula hooping is only for kids, think again!
The Fitness Walking Interval Workshop was well-attended by all ages who enjoyed the beautiful river trailway as they learned about and received the benefits of this type of movement. This workshop is now available for individual, small and large groups and businesses on-site or at location to be determined by individual or group. Remember that all workshops may also be combined with additional workshops and customized for the individual or group culture.
E-mail workshop@pamholtonetoone.com or call 260/749-7226 for more information.
Look for details later this week about our July 28 and September 1, 2010 workshops -
July 28 Workshop: "Creative Movement: Cultivating Connection, Community, Creativity, and Healing" is an uplifting, exuberant experience filled with engaging activities that exercise your mind, body, and spirit using art, music and writing.
September 1 Workshop: "Introduction to Hooping I" is an opportunity to learn this crafted art form. If you thought you could never hula hoop or that hula hooping is only for kids, think again!
Tuesday, May 4, 2010
Outdoor Circuit/Interval "Play" Workshop Announced
"Nature Is My Playground"
Presenters: Pam Holt, One-to-One Personal Training and Wellness Coaching
Kelly Holt, One-to-One Creative Movement
Date: May 27, 2010 (Rain Date: June 3, 5:15pm-7:00pm)
Time: 5:15pm-7:00pm
Location: Schnelker Park Gazebo, New Haven, Indiana
(Behind New Haven Middle School at Corner of Park and Broadway)
Enrollment: e-mail: workshop@pamholtonetoone.com or call 260/749-7226
Limited class size
Pre-Pay Deadline: May 20, 2010
Fee/Refund Policy: $35/No refunds will be given after May 20, 2010.
Make checks payable to: One-to-One
Mail checks to: One-to-One
5430 Green Road
New Haven, Indiana 46774
Who Should Attend: Any fitness level and all ages.
What To Wear: Exercise clothing and workout shoes. No equipment needed.
Workshop Description: Do you ever get bored of your same old exercise routine? It's nice to be outside now but walking and biking can get monotonous day after day. "Nature Is My Playground" allows you to enjoy the outdoors, incorporate cross training* and interval training* exercise into your wellness regimen, use your own creativity, and have fun! You will explore a variety of cardiovascular and strengthening exercises and learn different ways you can utilize playground equipment, park objects, and nature to create a personalized, unique workout each time you "play". "Nature Is My Playground" gets you connected to your mind as well as your body. You will learn to listen to and get to know your body while creatively engaging your mind. Exercise is most enjoyable when you are having fun, so let's get moving! Remember, inspiration lies in nature and the music lies within . . .
*Adding variation to an exercise program with cross training and interval training not only allows for increased physiological improvement, reduced risk of injury, and prevention of overuse, but also a reduction of psychological/mental monotony. If you feel like you are not progressing any more, it's time to change things up. Manipulating certain variables will enhance and improve your overall health and fitness level.
"Nature Is My Playground"
Presenters: Pam Holt, One-to-One Personal Training and Wellness Coaching
Kelly Holt, One-to-One Creative Movement
Date: May 27, 2010 (Rain Date: June 3, 5:15pm-7:00pm)
Time: 5:15pm-7:00pm
Location: Schnelker Park Gazebo, New Haven, Indiana
(Behind New Haven Middle School at Corner of Park and Broadway)
Enrollment: e-mail: workshop@pamholtonetoone.com or call 260/749-7226
Limited class size
Pre-Pay Deadline: May 20, 2010
Fee/Refund Policy: $35/No refunds will be given after May 20, 2010.
Make checks payable to: One-to-One
Mail checks to: One-to-One
5430 Green Road
New Haven, Indiana 46774
Who Should Attend: Any fitness level and all ages.
What To Wear: Exercise clothing and workout shoes. No equipment needed.
Workshop Description: Do you ever get bored of your same old exercise routine? It's nice to be outside now but walking and biking can get monotonous day after day. "Nature Is My Playground" allows you to enjoy the outdoors, incorporate cross training* and interval training* exercise into your wellness regimen, use your own creativity, and have fun! You will explore a variety of cardiovascular and strengthening exercises and learn different ways you can utilize playground equipment, park objects, and nature to create a personalized, unique workout each time you "play". "Nature Is My Playground" gets you connected to your mind as well as your body. You will learn to listen to and get to know your body while creatively engaging your mind. Exercise is most enjoyable when you are having fun, so let's get moving! Remember, inspiration lies in nature and the music lies within . . .
*Adding variation to an exercise program with cross training and interval training not only allows for increased physiological improvement, reduced risk of injury, and prevention of overuse, but also a reduction of psychological/mental monotony. If you feel like you are not progressing any more, it's time to change things up. Manipulating certain variables will enhance and improve your overall health and fitness level.
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