Learning is fun
The more I practice and teach the Feldenkrais Method® the more I believe in it as a way of learning how to learn rather than a therapeutic method to fix aches and pains. So whenever I see articles and books on teaching modalities I am intrigued. A few weeks ago I wrote about moving and […]
Move to learn
Most of my Feldenkrais® students are adults. Many remark on how great it would be if Awareness Through Movement® lessons were included in the school curriculum to which I whole heartedly agree. I am a movement teacher, not a school age classroom teacher. But I have long thought that providing more opportunities for school […]
Plantar Fasciitis Relief
If you have ever had plantar fasciitis, heel and middle of the foot pain caused by irritation of the connective tissue on the bottom of the foot, you know how painful and functionally limiting it can be. Most often anti inflammatories and stretching exercises are recommended and those with the condition are encouraged to wear […]
Sitting is the new tobacco: Learn how to kick the habit and sit more comfortably
Workshop: Better Sitting There has been a lot of media attention recently on the health hazards of prolonged sitting. Health hazards mentioned in various articles include risks for cardiovascular disease, cancer, obesity with its harmful effects, diabetes as well as depressed moods. We know that sitting puts more weight into the lumbar vertebrae than does […]
Walking helps us stay young!
More evidence to support the health benefits of walking were recently published in the prestigious medical journal JAMA. The article is a report of a study of over 1600 sedentary men and women aged 70-89, who were randomized into two groups: one group received health education but were also involved in a structured program at […]
Better Balance
To get ready for our last Feldenkrais workshop of the spring, Better Balance, on Saturday June 7, try the following sequence which uses movements of the ankles to help with balancing over your feet. Stand behind a chair, holding onto the back of the chair for support (don’t stand too close to the chair). Bring […]
Get up and move!
I just came back from a 2 week holiday which included a week in London where I walked a lot and took public transit. I walked for hours and hours and at the end of the day felt tired but great at the same time. I didn’t have any back pain, or neck or shoulder […]
What do you do when you have pain?
What do you do when you have pain? Many activities we do during the day have the potential to create discomfort or pain in our neck and shoulders. Many people run off to a practitioner as soon as they experience pain, wanting someone to help them eliminate the pain. However pain can be a signal […]
Imagine the possibilities
Professor Amy Cuddle is one of this week’s TED talk speakers in Vancouver. She speaks about the power of body language. In an article in the Globe and Mail Cuddle describes what she calls “power posing”, how assuming a body pose of power before a stressful situation, event or interview can positively impact how you […]
Your Moving Back
Your Moving Back More time is lost from work because of back injuries than any other condition or injury. Common injuries include sprains, muscle strain, disk compressions and herniation. Back injuries can be quite painful and they certainly limit movement and overall functioning. We now know that complete rest is not the answer for most […]