Posture
-
Video: Pilates Half Roll Back for Low Back Stiffness and Core Activation
The Pilates Half Roll Back with a flexband helps to promote the opening of the Lumbar Spine in flexion and the activation of core musculature.
Chronic pain, dance health, Dr. Blessyl, Health and Wellness, Lifestyle, Pilates, Posture, Runner’s Health, self care, Videosabdominals, accountability, alignment, back health, balance, body awareness, Chiropractic, chiropractor, chronic pain, chronic repetitive strain, core stability, core strength, dance conditioning, dance health, Dr. Blessyl Buan, exercise modification, fit mama, fit mom, fitness, getting back into shape, goal setting, health tip, low back pain, mat pilates, pelvic floor, pelvic tilt, pilates, postnatal fitness, spinal articulation -
The invisible cause of low back pain
Want to learn something interesting? I’ve treated talented riders with postural issues resulting in low back pain. What I noticed however, is that ALL of my low back and stressed out patients are trying so desperately to stay on their “horse”.That’s right. It’s invisible. In an attempt to stabilize our body because of weak #abdominals…
-
Laptops are not desktops
It seems most people will buy a laptop over a desktop these days because of the portability that it offers, but don’t forget that laptops are designed for just that. The problem with laptops are that they are not ergonomically designed for long session use. If you spend hours on your laptop, remember that to…
-
Who needs a corset when you have abs?
Look what a corset can do…. You can use your abdominal “corset”: the transverse abdominus muscle to achieve the same effect. Photo taken from http://pinterest.com/pin/421016265134695384/ via @pinterest The transverse abdominus is the deepest layer of abdominal muscle and is a muscle that stabilizes the spine and improves posture. It’s a muscle that requires endurance. Pilates…
-
Nerves are like USB connections to your computer which is your brain
It’s important for me that my patients understand what is happening in their body. This is why I come up with analogies. A lot of times, they come so spontaneously I surprise myself. When a patient complains of pain and numbness and tingling that radiates from the neck to their fingers as a result of…
-
Hibernating Athletes, Follow These Spring Tune Up Tips!
The season of spring not only wakes up hibernating animals from their slumber, but hibernating athletes as well. The rise in temperature brings out more people being physically active outdoors. This is a wonderful thing, but please take this word of advice: Although your mind may feel that your body is as fit as it…
-
Stretch Your Way to a Fitter Body
Stretching is a great way to maximize performance and prevent injury.
-
Chiropractic and Pregnancy
Dr. Blessyl Buan, DC Pregnancy puts a lot of stress on a woman’s joints. (Now I know first hand!) It’s very important that a pregnant woman still receives chiropractic care to relieve the discomfort that she experiences. Relaxin A hormone called Relaxin is released in the first trimester and beyond to make the pelvis more…
-
“Posture is your Business Card”
“Posture is your business card”. I declared this statement for the first time at a workshop that I presented to actors. Later it occurred to me that the concept applies to everyone. It is now my personal motto. Similar to a firm hand shake or the tone of your voice, your posture makes a huge impact…
Dr. Blessyl Buan 