Sit Up Alternatives

Instead of Sit Ups…Do THESE Safer and More Effective Core Exercises

Sit ups, for some, can be very dangerous…especially if you have a low back problem that gets aggravated by bending forward and / or lifting. Here’s some better alternatives for training your core stability and build some buffer against back pain. Enjoy and leave your comments and questions below. For more info on finding your natural, organic core stability and…

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Bird Dog Exercise Mistakes

The “Classic” Core Stability Exercise (and why most people do it wrong)

On today’s episode of Core Wellness TV, I’ll be showing you how to correct some classic mistakes with the classic “Bird Dog” core stability / back pain exercise. In addition…you’ll discover why the mindset of “working at the edge of your capacity” is critical for forming new habits and programs in your brain and nervous system.   I’ll be honest,…

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bear crawl exercise re-boot

[Case Study] Low back pain relief, better mood, and no more irritable bowel

Watch out what you say to yourself…you’re brain is listening. That’s the first important piece I share in today’s case study about a recent patient, a real person we’ll call “Jane” who walked in to my office the first day crying, distraught and proclaiming herself as a “wreck”. We were not going to get anywhere as long as she believed she…

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Your Minimum Core Requirements For Safe and Effective Exercise

It’s no secret that lots of people get hurt by exercising with poor form.  And that almost always means that they are lacking core stability. BUT, this does not mean you should automatically start doing crunches and planks.  It’s much more about “re-awakening” the same movement and stability you developed from the time you were born to the time you were…

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hip hinge snow shovel

Great “Movement Hack” To Save Your Low Back Discs When Shoveling Snow (or anything else!)

Since we’re in the middle of getting our first good snowfall of the winter (about 10 inches or so) I thought I would re-post this video from a few years back talking about the CRITICAL importance of the “HIP HINGE” when you shovel snow, or dirt, or rocks, or even s*^t 🙂 It also applies ANYTIME you bend over.  …

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Reverse CPS Now!

Great Exercise For Shoulder Pain, Neck Pain, and a Stronger Core

  I've got a great move for you today that is critical if you plan on continuing to be able to get up and down off the ground!   It's also AWESOME for shoulder rehabilitation and for taking stress and tension out of your neck.   So come on out to the fossil beds with the boys and I and…

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Reverse CPS Now!

New Test and Exercise For Neck and Shoulder Posture, Irritable Bowel Relief Case Study, and How To Stay Motivated

Today is another episode based on the "3 Pillars of Core Wellness", 1. Mindset 2. Movement 3. Nutrition In the "Mindset" piece you'll learn the "go deeper" strategy for staying motivated when you're in the middle of making healthy change. The physical "Movement" piece will let you know real quick if your shoulders and core are up to snuff.  I'll…

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Reverse CPS Now!

Awesome Combo Exercise For Your Low Back, Hips, and Knees

If I had a favorite combination exercise for the low back, hips, and knees…this is IT! The #1 benefit is likely it’s ability to take the load off of your low back and give you more confidence that you back will support you. For the hips…it will help you get more mobility AND stability along with good functional movement that…

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