Most people know that the gluteus maximus is the largest muscle group in the body. It acts as both a stabilizer for the back of the body and as a pushing driving force for walking, running. The glutes also work as a stabilizer for the pelvis and interact with the lateral hip muscles to stabilize […]
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“You’re just weak”, Ash said to me 5 years ago in 2020. It was probably one of the most offensive things anyone could say. I had always prided myself on being a strong, capable person. As a kid, if I wasn’t smart in academics, at least I was athletic. If I couldn’t recite all
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Seasonal conditioning fitness classes at BK ROOTS are weekly group training for being in the best, possible shape through strength training! The Sat morning 8:30am workouts are hard, fun, connected, and will make you feel better all weekend. Conditioning with jumprope, cardio, glutes and core, our seasonal classes are a fast-paced dynamic strength workout to
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Sports rehabilitation is the opportunity to use movement to fix the body. Our bodies are made to move. When we stop moving, we don’t feel that great. The body is mechanically formulated to walk and make things. It is truly amazing that the body can go from chronic lower back, knee, shoulder and neck pain
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1. They want quick results. This is a FALSE EXPECTATION. If your body has not been moving/exercising for a few years, why the heck would it bounce right back in a few weeks? It’s a new year, so give it 3 months to a year of your focus, to see results. Consistency is key so expect
WHY PEOPLE AREN’T SUCCESSFUL AT STICKING TO A NEW WORKOUT ROUTINE IN JANUARY Read More »
Let’s face it: we’re not balanced. We strive for balance, yet it is almost a daily, elusive stretch. We typically metaphysically lead with our stronger side, yet both sides need to be strong for balance. The body is constantly giving us information about the mind and body connection. Tune in. When I was 22 I
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Looking for a seasonal fall breakfast recipe that is quick and healthy? This is it! I use a quick cooking Trader Joe’s oatmeal and fortify it with ground flax seed , cinnamon, yogurt, almond milk, maple syrup, banana and apple. The whole thing takes less than 10 min to make and is delicious (I’m eating
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As a mom and business owner, I am constantly juggling. Juggling 2 schools, one business, playdates, extracurricular activities, socializing, many religious holidays, my parents in my in-law unit, my marriage and myself. The constancy with which all of these responsibilities weigh down on me after a pandemic is very real. Weekends without kids are quite
Lower back pain is not caused locally. This means that there is probably nothing wrong with your lower back, but rather, what is going on with your hip range of motion and leg tightness? I have worked with many people who have tried all that they can to relieve their lower back pain, to no
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COVID times have inadvertently made me physically and emotionally stronger than I’ve been in the past 10 years. 2020 has forced me to dig deep to find my cooperative skills and to step back from trying to control the moment. The past 9 months have taught me how to physically and psychologically be more flexible.
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