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Since we are on the topic of bones with osteoporosis, we decided to do a deep dive into the structure, development and function of various bones and joints in the body. We discuss how bones are built based on the stresses put on them, how joint structure influences our movement capabilities, how different kinds of joints work and how ligaments and other connective tissue elements assist joint function. Join us for some bone inspiration.
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Brian’s Book on Low Back Pain and Conditions:
Back Exercise; Stabilize, Mobilize and Reduce Pain
https://a.co/d/8IUb7L6
Email: [email protected]
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Brian
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Working with a client with osteoporosis and managing their expectations can be challenging as a Pilates instructor or personal trainer. Client’s are often not given much guidance by their medical professional and are left on their own to figure out if their current workout routine is helpful or potentially dangerous. Our job is to keep them safe while doing our best to slow, halt or reverse their condition. In this episode we discuss strategies for minimizing risky moves like loaded flexion while working to improve posture, strength and bone density. We hope this conversation provides a starting point for better program design for your clients with osteoporosis.
Moving Conversation Socials
Brian’s Book on Low Back Pain and Conditions:
Back Exercise; Stabilize, Mobilize and Reduce Pain
https://a.co/d/8IUb7L6
Email: [email protected]
IG: @movingconvos
FB: Moving Conversations
Brian
IG: @fit4lifedc
FB: https://www.facebook.com/brianrichey/
Nora
IG: nora.s.john.7
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Today Brian and Nora wade into a very controversial topic, osteoporosis, where guidelines for exercise tend to be vague at best. Today we touch on what it is, some general guidelines and ways to keep clients active when flexion and rotation are contraindicated. Join the conversation to see if we can make progress at developing a better answer for clients who are recently diagnosed and trying to figure out how to stay active. This is part 1, in next week’s session, we discuss programming and client management strategies.
Moving Conversation Socials
Brian’s Book on Low Back Pain and Conditions:
Back Exercise; Stabilize, Mobilize and Reduce Pain
https://a.co/d/8IUb7L6
Email: [email protected]
IG: @movingconvos
FB: Moving Conversations
Brian
IG: @fit4lifedc
FB: https://www.facebook.com/brianrichey/
Nora
IG: nora.s.john.7
FB: https://www.facebook.com/nora.s.john.7 -
In today’s episode, we take a look at ankle sprains, tendinitis and plantar fasciitis, three of the most common issues in the ankle and foot. We’ll discuss what they are and how to train the area three dimensionally to minimize the likelihood of injury for active individuals and to help clients recover quickly and completely from any of these conditions.
Link to Nora's foot workshop on Fusion Pilates:https://fusionpilatesedu.com/courses/workshops/foot-foundation/
Moving Conversation Socials
Post Rehab Summit:
https://thefirmbodypilates.com/post-rehab-summit/
Brian’s Book on Low Back Pain and Conditions:
Back Exercise; Stabilize, Mobilize and Reduce Pain
https://a.co/d/8IUb7L6
Walk with Nancy: https://www.youtube.com/user/EHSpilates1
Youtube: www.youtube.com/@brianrichey
Email: [email protected]
IG: @movingconvos
FB: Moving Conversations
Brian
IG: @fit4lifedc
FB: https://www.facebook.com/brianrichey/
Nora
IG: nora.s.john.7
FB: https://www.facebook.com/nora.s.john.7 -
Continuing our adventures with the lower leg, we move onto the ankle, that magical connection between the mobility of the foot and the power of the leg. Full of practical tips we’ll cover three dimensional ankle strength with open chain, closed chain, concentric, isometric, balance and gait related exercises. This session includes practical tips for clients of all kinds from pickleball players to frail seniors. Next week we continue with common conditions of the foot and ankle.
Link to Nora's foot workshop on Fusion Pilates:https://fusionpilatesedu.com/courses/workshops/foot-foundation/
Moving Conversation Socials
Post Rehab Summit:
https://thefirmbodypilates.com/post-rehab-summit/
Brian’s Book on Low Back Pain and Conditions:
Back Exercise; Stabilize, Mobilize and Reduce Pain
https://a.co/d/8IUb7L6
Walk with Nancy: https://www.youtube.com/user/EHSpilates1
Youtube: www.youtube.com/@brianrichey
Email: [email protected]
IG: @movingconvos
FB: Moving Conversations
Brian
IG: @fit4lifedc
FB: https://www.facebook.com/brianrichey/
Nora
IG: nora.s.john.7
FB: https://www.facebook.com/nora.s.john.7 -
The foot is the foundation of any upright movement pattern from walking to running to dancing. In this episode we are starting another short series focusing on the foot and how to work with it to optimize performance, balance and gait and to prevent common injuries. Anatomy, the arches, how the foot moves us forward and strengthening and mobilizing the toes are the focus for today. Join us with your shoes off!
Link to Nora's foot workshop on Fusion Pilates:https://fusionpilatesedu.com/courses/workshops/foot-foundation/
Moving Conversation Socials
Post Rehab Summit:
https://thefirmbodypilates.com/post-rehab-summit/
Brian’s Book on Low Back Pain and Conditions:
Back Exercise; Stabilize, Mobilize and Reduce Pain
https://a.co/d/8IUb7L6
Walk with Nancy: https://www.youtube.com/user/EHSpilates1
Youtube: www.youtube.com/@brianrichey
Email: [email protected]
IG: @movingconvos
FB: Moving Conversations
Brian
IG: @fit4lifedc
FB: https://www.facebook.com/brianrichey/
Nora
IG: nora.s.john.7
FB: https://www.facebook.com/nora.s.john.7 -
Hormones affect physiology which changes the body’s reactions to exercise. Building on the last session with Irene McCormick, Brian and Nora discuss strategies for optimizing training benefits for male and female clients experiencing hormonal changes. Whether it’s menopause or low testosterone, changing how you approach training can create long lasting benefits for your clients.
Moving Conversation Socials
Post Rehab Summit:
https://thefirmbodypilates.com/post-rehab-summit/
Brian’s Book on Low Back Pain and Conditions:
Back Exercise; Stabilize, Mobilize and Reduce Pain
https://a.co/d/8IUb7L6
Walk with Nancy: https://www.youtube.com/user/EHSpilates1
Youtube: www.youtube.com/@brianrichey
Email: [email protected]
IG: @movingconvos
FB: Moving Conversations
Brian
IG: @fit4lifedc
FB: https://www.facebook.com/brianrichey/
Nora
IG: nora.s.john.7
FB: https://www.facebook.com/nora.s.john.7 -
S2.44 Irene McCormick joins us today for a deep dive into training women in perimenopause and menopause. She has developed a fitness and wellness program specifically for this population and we learned a lot of useful principles to help these clients achieve their goals. Hormones affect everything from sleep to muscle mass to insulin levels and Irene provides some excellent insights into assisting women with managing hormonal changes through a whole person approach.
Join us for an enlightening session!
Irene’s contact information: [email protected],
Her personalized program: Hot Flash Huddle, next program starts May 1 through Burn Along
She is partnering with American Council on Exercise for a course called “Menopause Mentor”
Moving Conversation Socials
Post Rehab Summit:
https://thefirmbodypilates.com/post-rehab-summit/
Brian’s Book on Low Back Pain and Conditions:
Back Exercise; Stabilize, Mobilize and Reduce Pain
https://a.co/d/8IUb7L6
Youtube: www.youtube.com/@brianrichey
Email: [email protected]
IG: @movingconvos
FB: Moving Conversations
Brian
IG: @fit4lifedc
FB: https://www.facebook.com/brianrichey/
Nora
IG: nora.s.john.7
FB: https://www.facebook.com/nora.s.john.7 -
The labrum deepens the socket of both the hip and the shoulder helping to create stability and integrity of the joints. Damage can occur from overuse or from injuries and exercise is often recommended as the treatment of choice. In this episode Nora and Brian talk through what a labrum is, movement strategies for stabilizing and strengthening the joints and some guidance about working with a client after a labral repair. Come join us for some insights into this tricky diagnosis.
Moving Conversation Socials
Post Rehab Summit:
https://thefirmbodypilates.com/post-rehab-summit/
Brian’s Book on Low Back Pain and Conditions:
Back Exercise; Stabilize, Mobilize and Reduce Pain
https://a.co/d/8IUb7L6
Youtube: www.youtube.com/@brianrichey
Email: [email protected]
IG: @movingconvos
FB: Moving Conversations
Brian
IG: @fit4lifedc
FB: https://www.facebook.com/brianrichey/
Nora
IG: nora.s.john.7
FB: https://www.facebook.com/nora.s.john.7 -
Loss of muscle mass or sarcopenia occurs with both aging and rapid weight loss with the use of GLP-1 medications or other weight loss methods. Sarcopenia is a decrease in the actual number of muscle fibers which can lead to weakness, a decrease in basal metabolic rate and difficulties with gaining strength. In this episode, Brian and Nora discuss strategies for minimizing sarcopenia through regular exercise and patience. There is no magic bullet here but staying consistent and continuing to progress a client’s exercise program is key to combating this challenging side effect!
Moving Conversation Socials
Post Rehab Summit:
https://thefirmbodypilates.com/post-rehab-summit/
Brian’s Book on Low Back Pain and Conditions:
Back Exercise; Stabilize, Mobilize and Reduce Pain
https://a.co/d/8IUb7L6
Youtube: www.youtube.com/@brianrichey
Email: [email protected]
IG: @movingconvos
FB: Moving Conversations
Brian
IG: @fit4lifedc
FB: https://www.facebook.com/brianrichey/
Nora
IG: nora.s.john.7
FB: https://www.facebook.com/nora.s.john.7 -
It’s been a year since our first episode on the new generation of weight loss drugs and we thought it was time for an update. According to some estimates, 10% of Americans are taking or have taken a GLP-1 agonist drug like Ozmpic or Mounjaro and the amount of research on them has skyrocketed. Join us for a review of what they are, how they work, benefits and side effects and what you should know as a movement professional.
Moving Conversation Socials
Post Rehab Summit:
https://thefirmbodypilates.com/post-rehab-summit/
Brian’s Book on Low Back Pain and Conditions:
Back Exercise; Stabilize, Mobilize and Reduce Pain
https://a.co/d/8IUb7L6
Youtube: www.youtube.com/@brianrichey
Email: [email protected]
IG: @movingconvos
FB: Moving Conversations
Brian
IG: @fit4lifedc
FB: https://www.facebook.com/brianrichey/
Nora
IG: nora.s.john.7
FB: https://www.facebook.com/nora.s.john.7 -
Join us for an enlightening session on how to connect to and expand your community through thoughtful branding and social media. Madeleine McCormack is an experienced marketer in the fitness space with lots of tips and pointers for starting or growing your brand. Whether you are opening a studio, growing a studio or working for someone else, Madeleine provides useful insights and advice.
Madeleine's Socials:
LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/madeleine-mccormick-b6944aa9/
IG: @madeleinemcc_
Email: [email protected]
Moving Conversation Socials
Post Rehab Summit:
https://thefirmbodypilates.com/post-rehab-summit/
Brian’s Book on Low Back Pain and Conditions:
Back Exercise; Stabilize, Mobilize and Reduce Pain
https://a.co/d/8IUb7L6
Youtube: www.youtube.com/@brianrichey
Email: [email protected]
IG: @movingconvos
FB: Moving Conversations
Brian
IG: @fit4lifedc
FB: https://www.facebook.com/brianrichey/
Nora
IG: nora.s.john.7
FB: https://www.facebook.com/nora.s.john.7 -
Last week we discussed the adductors, so today we want to talk about their partner in hip stability, balance and support, the abductors. These two partners in crime can make a big difference in hip, knee or low back pain because many clients have never trained them. We’ll discuss their essential role in functional hip stability and balance and then walk you through simple progressions and principles to keep your clients moving at their best.
Moving Conversation Socials
Post Rehab Summit:
https://thefirmbodypilates.com/post-rehab-summit/
Brian’s Book on Low Back Pain and Conditions:
Back Exercise; Stabilize, Mobilize and Reduce Pain
https://a.co/d/8IUb7L6
Youtube: www.youtube.com/@brianrichey
Email: [email protected]
IG: @movingconvos
FB: Moving Conversations
Brian
IG: @fit4lifedc
FB: https://www.facebook.com/brianrichey/
Nora
IG: nora.s.john.7
FB: https://www.facebook.com/nora.s.john.7 -
In today’s episode we discuss case studies involving the low back and the strategies and challenges we ran into. Join us for an engaging conversation about complex cases and the principles and decisions necessary to find the right program design and progression to help clients improve. And don’t miss our discussion on setting expectations for clients with injuries to help ensure their active participation in the process.
Moving Conversation Socials
Post Rehab Summit:
https://thefirmbodypilates.com/post-rehab-summit/
Brian’s Book on Low Back Pain and Conditions:
Back Exercise; Stabilize, Mobilize and Reduce Pain
https://a.co/d/8IUb7L6
Youtube: www.youtube.com/@brianrichey
Email: [email protected]
IG: @movingconvos
FB: Moving Conversations
Brian
IG: @fit4lifedc
FB: https://www.facebook.com/brianrichey/
Nora
IG: nora.s.john.7
FB: https://www.facebook.com/nora.s.john.7 -
In today’s episode we discuss case studies involving the low back and the strategies and challenges we ran into. Join us for an engaging conversation about complex cases and the principles and decisions necessary to find the right program design and progression to help clients improve. And don’t miss our discussion on setting expectations for clients with injuries to help ensure their active participation in the process.
Moving Conversation Socials
Post Rehab Summit:
https://thefirmbodypilates.com/post-rehab-summit/
Brian’s Book on Low Back Pain and Conditions:
Back Exercise; Stabilize, Mobilize and Reduce Pain
https://a.co/d/8IUb7L6
Youtube: www.youtube.com/@brianrichey
Email: [email protected]
IG: @movingconvos
FB: Moving Conversations
Brian
IG: @fit4lifedc
FB: https://www.facebook.com/brianrichey/
Nora
IG: nora.s.john.7
FB: https://www.facebook.com/nora.s.john.7 -
Many people with low back pain limit their movement in various ways to decrease pain and the likelihood of reinjury. We have spent several episodes on training neutral spine, understanding dynamic lumbopelvic control and enhancing client awareness. All of these are foundational skills to minimize pain and help the client make progress. Once these skills are mastered, it is essential to keep progressing toward a full return to activity. Increasing range of motion, increasing load, improving postural endurance, mastering rotation and integrating the lower back into the rest of the body are key. We’ll discuss principles and practical exercises for gradually getting back into action!
Moving Conversation Socials
Post Rehab Summit:
https://thefirmbodypilates.com/post-rehab-summit/
Brian’s Book on Low Back Pain and Conditions:
Back Exercise; Stabilize, Mobilize and Reduce Pain
https://a.co/d/8IUb7L6
Youtube: www.youtube.com/@brianrichey
Email: [email protected]
IG: @movingconvos
FB: Moving Conversations
Brian
IG: @fit4lifedc
FB: https://www.facebook.com/brianrichey/
Nora
IG: nora.s.john.7
FB: https://www.facebook.com/nora.s.john.7 -
Melissa McNamara is a Stott Pilates instructor trainer with a passion for working with kids of all ages. Join us for a fascinating discussion about how to engage kids in Pilates, tips and tricks for working with different age groups and how Pilates, taught with fun in mind, can nurture a lifelong love of movement. Melissa is the author of “Pilates for Kids” and provides classes and resources for instructors looking to teach Pilates to children. Brian and I learned so much from this session not just about teaching kids but also about how to use simple props and storytelling to enhance our work with any client.
Website: macpilatesforkids.com
macpilates.com
IG@mindartcore
Etsy shop for book purchases: macPilates.
Moving Conversation Socials
Post Rehab Summit:
https://thefirmbodypilates.com/post-rehab-summit/
Brian’s Book on Low Back Pain and Conditions:
Back Exercise; Stabilize, Mobilize and Reduce Pain
https://a.co/d/8IUb7L6
Youtube: www.youtube.com/@brianrichey
Email: [email protected]
IG: @movingconvos
FB: Moving Conversations
Brian
IG: @fit4lifedc
FB: https://www.facebook.com/brianrichey/
Nora
IG: nora.s.john.7
FB: https://www.facebook.com/nora.s.john.7 -
Neutral spine is a much discussed and argued about concept in personal training, Pilates and in physical therapy. In this episode Nora and Brian discuss what it is, the difference between a neutral spine position and the neutral zone. They also provide simple exercise examples to help you and your clients create a strong and supple neutral spine. This episode progresses low back exercises from supine and all fours to seated and standing.
Moving Conversation Socials
Brian’s Book on Low Back Pain and Conditions:
Back Exercise; Stabilize, Mobilize and Reduce Pain
https://a.co/d/8IUb7L6
Youtube: www.youtube.com/@brianrichey
Email: [email protected]
IG: @movingconvos
FB: Moving Conversations
Brian
IG: @fit4lifedc
FB: https://www.facebook.com/brianrichey/
Nora
IG: nora.s.john.7
FB: https://www.facebook.com/nora.s.john.7 -
With low back pain the first step is to create awareness of where the low back is and what position is most comfortable. The next step is to teach stability in the preferred position to support a pain free (or less painful) position in everyday life. Once stability and awareness are in place, assessing and training mobility of the spine, pelvis and hips is essential to integrate the low back into functional movement. In this episode, Brian and Nora discuss mobility strategies and exercises for low back pain.
Moving Conversation Socials
Brian’s Book on Low Back Pain and Conditions:
Back Exercise; Stabilize, Mobilize and Reduce Pain
https://a.co/d/8IUb7L6
Youtube: www.youtube.com/@brianrichey
Email: [email protected]
IG: @movingconvos
FB: Moving Conversations
Brian
IG: @fit4lifedc
FB: https://www.facebook.com/brianrichey/
Nora
IG: nora.s.john.7
FB: https://www.facebook.com/nora.s.john.7 -
Where do you start if you or a client have back pain? In the next episodes in the series, Brian and Nora discuss strategies for taking a client from the first session to as far as they want to go. Today the focus is on key exercises and strategies for building a strong, balanced core to provide a foundation for every exercise we teach. With a strong foundation, anything can be accomplished!
Brian's Book on Low Back Pain and Conditions:
Back Exercise; Stabilize, Mobilize and Reduce Pain
https://a.co/d/8IUb7L6
Moving Conversation Socials
Youtube: www.youtube.com/@brianrichey
Email: [email protected]
IG: @movingconvos
FB: Moving Conversations
Brian
IG: @fit4lifedc
FB: https://www.facebook.com/brianrichey/
Nora
IG: nora.s.john.7
FB: https://www.facebook.com/nora.s.john.7 - Show more
