Hi everyone! Today I wanted to talk to you about a little trick that I learned from my high-school running days... which also applies now, to SI joint issues. That trick is, in order to heal an injury and also to prevent future injuries, try to do your exercising on a softer surface. I know … Continue reading How walking on softer surfaces can reduce joint pain
My updated exercise recommendations
Hi everyone-- So I have been getting a lot of requests lately to share more information about my exercise routine. This is something I'm definitely planning to expand more on in the future! The way my blog has always worked is that I try to get basic concepts up there as fast as possible-- and … Continue reading My updated exercise recommendations
The SI joint and hypermobility
Hi everyone, In my last few posts I've been talking about how I've recently learned I have a genetic condition called joint hypermobility. My body produces connective tissue differently than a "normal" person. As a result, my ligaments, tendons, and other connective tissues a little bit "stretchier" than they're supposed to be. For most of … Continue reading The SI joint and hypermobility
Strengthening, hypermobility, and “why you need to always keep your muscles strong”
Hi everyone, So this post picks up where my last post left off... where a doctor told me, at age 19, that I needed to "always keep your muscles strong... or else you're going to have a very difficult life." I didn't understand what he meant, didn't understand that sorrowful, grave look on his face. … Continue reading Strengthening, hypermobility, and “why you need to always keep your muscles strong”
The first time someone ever told me I was hypermobile…
The first time someone ever told me I was hypermobile, it was my orthopedic surgeon, when I was 19. I went back to him after he'd more or less fixed the running injury I'd had in my lower legs, compartment syndrome. I was supposed to be getting better-- I was free! This was supposed to … Continue reading The first time someone ever told me I was hypermobile…
A “rough” workout that made me super happy
Hi everyone, I wanted to share with you my experience going for a hike the other day, and why it was such a great feeling... even though I totally overdid it. This is maybe something that people who've had SI joint dysfunction, or have been injured for a long period of time, will understand. So … Continue reading A “rough” workout that made me super happy
Understanding hypermobility
Okay... this is a post I've been meaning to write for a long time. It's just so important to me, and so complex, that in these times, it's been hard to find the right time to say it. But I know it is going to be relevant to so many of you out there, so … Continue reading Understanding hypermobility
When you’re in it for the long haul: Isometric Exercises
Hi everyone! How are you all doing? On a rare trip out... don't worry, the scarf is usually up around my face! Interesting times we're living in, to say the least. I haven't been on my blogs as much recently, because I've been pretty busy volunteering for the Covid-19 effort. I've been lucky to find … Continue reading When you’re in it for the long haul: Isometric Exercises
Why a PT should always be clear about what they’re adjusting, and why
Hey everyone! Here's a subject that's been coming up pretty frequently during my coaching calls recently-- There are a lot of you out there who've been to multiple PT's (and chiropractors, which I don't totally recommend). And they've tried different types of manual adjustments and mobilizations to the SI joints... and you're not totally sure … Continue reading Why a PT should always be clear about what they’re adjusting, and why
I am now offering coaching calls!
Hi everyone, I'm excited to let you know that I've officially started doing coaching calls for people with SI joint dysfunction. In the years I've been running this blog, I've conversed with hundreds of you over email. I've really enjoyed getting to know you all and trying to help, in any way I can. I … Continue reading I am now offering coaching calls!
