Why stretching is an inefficient way to release tight muscles.

Hello, how has your week been? I hope you are keeping well and have been enjoying my podcasts. This week I will be delving into why stretching is becoming more and more an outdated method to efficiently release tight, tense muscles. Neuromuscular science has made huge leaps and bounds in recent years, thanks to the various methods to scientifically measure the efficacy of techniques and practices. Within this episode, I discuss the science behind the [...]

Breaking the cycle of pain & limited mobility

Hello, how have you been this week? I hope you are keeping well. Recently I was invited to present online to The international Pain and Rehab summit. Within the summit I discussed how people think recurring pain is a new norm they have to live with. However, when we consider that the level of tension, they way you move, your perception of pain, the mindset you develop can be shifted and a new way can be adopted, I am [...]

What is your dominant posture?

SOMATIC IN SEPTEMBER - WEEK 2 Hello! How have you been throughout the week? It has been fantastic to connect with you. If you haven’t joined my the Somatic in September 2020 private Facebook group, there is still plenty of time. It is available to join until the end of September 2020. This private Facebook group has been created to support ones who would like focus and clarity in the areas of pain relief, improved movement and better posture. [...]

How to Keep Your Brain & Body Active!

The Total Somatics Approach to Health & Wellness Online Program at www.TotalSomatics.com educates and empowers you within the area of health and well being. If you are logged in to my online program, you will know how often I discuss the importance of Neuroplasticity, the process which increases neural connections within your brain. In today’s blog we will consider why our brain is amazing. By using it in a methodical and intelligent manner you can reduce pain, improve posture, increase [...]

Why Pandiculation NOT Stretching Reduces Pain, Improves Posture & Increases Mobility

Over the years we have been told that stretching will help reduce pain and improve our health. However with scientific research, an increased knowledge in the area of pain science and neuroscience, old beliefs around the subject of stretching are starting to be questioned. In today's blog we are going to look at the science behind stretching and why pandiculation is a much more effective and natural way of releasing muscle tension, reducing pain, improving posture and increasing mobility. The [...]