Join New Paradigm Wellness on Facebook: Judith Aston will be inducted into the 2011 Massage Therapy Hall of Fame this July. I am so proud of and grateful for her contribution to the world of body work. The World Massage Festival will be held July 14-18, 2011 in Cullowhee, NC. I want to send out a huge hooray for Judith! Join me […]
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Using Ground Reaction Force (GRF)
Most of us know about gravity’s effect, bearing down upon our body keeping us on the earth. The concept of gravity is a downward force, sometimes an oppressive one, which we are left alone to stand up against. There is, however, another force to consider called Ground Reaction Force (GRF). GRF is the push off […]
Posture from the bottom up
We have heard all kinds of information on posture. Posture dictators say, “Don’t slouch, don’t let your head go forward, don’t bend your spine, and don’t round your shoulders.” At the same time telling you to, “Pull your shoulders back, tuck your chin in, hold your stomach tight, and tuck your bottom under, etc.” By […]
Support for Sitting at a Computer
Most of us spend quite a bit of time in front of the computer, and most of us have the aches to prove it. Stiff shoulders, tight necks, headaches, and carpal tunnel are all signs that we aren’t taking care to sit properly. While sitting many people are not supporting their body. It’s essential to […]
Thank You Note: A Session From a Client’s Perspective
I’m a massage connoisseur. I have had professional massages in over 5 different countries from Eastern Europe to Southeast Asia. I contacted Michelle because I wanted a massage before going on a 4 month backpacking trip through Peru. I needed a tune-up and some relaxation. Every time I get a massage, I mention that I […]
Back Injury Prevention
Back Pain Prevention 101 This is for those of you who don’t have back problems and don’t want them. Leg Flexibility One of the first issues to look at is leg flexibility, especially the hamstring muscles in the back of the leg. Because we almost never squat in our culture, we rarely have optimal flexibility […]
