Clarifying a medical diagnosis (even menopause) can feel like a Herculean task: having to consult different specialists, the passage of time (often years), and even the barriers inherent in the electronic health record. All these can hamper quality and timely medical care. Oh, and don’t even get me started on Dr. Google!
Tag: Musculoskeletal changes
Theresa has Grit!
October is World Menopause Month, and this story contributes to the celebration of all who have gone through menopause.
Lecture #66: Posture: The Ultimate Life Hack to Lifelong Health & Wellness
Thomas Burge, BS DC, a Chiropractor in British Columbia, Canada gives a great presentation on posture and body mechanics, and their effects on health and wellness.
5 Minutes of Movement
No time to exercise? Think of exercise more as body movement. Here is a sneak peek excerpt from my book “The Menopause Mosaic” (not yet published), from Chapter 11 on Fatigue.
Menopause and the Pelvic Floor
All the way from England, Chartered Physiotherapist Phillipa Butler helps unravel the mysteries of the Pelvic Floor, and how important it is for us to address them during and after Menopause.
Your lack of motivation is NOT the problem and “laziness” isn’t real!
Movement Coach Rebecca Francis writes about a kinder approach to movement and exercise, paying special attention to redefining motivation.
Lecture #36: Keep Your Knees and Hips Moving: The Importance of Core Stability
Dr. Jeremy Johnson gives a great talk on why core stability is so important for preventing injury and pain in your lower extremities. Learn what “core” even means. Get tips on exercises that can help stabilize your hips and strengthen your core.
Opportunity Knocks
So many people have lost touch with the activities they once enjoyed. Instead, they gripe and grind at the gym or the club, waiting to be done and sit in the sauna or sip a latte. I think it is time to reconnect with our past and rediscover the fun parts of exercise.