You probably know that getting enough sleep is important for good health. An occasional night of bad sleep is usually not a big concern. Frequent poor sleep or insomnia is more worrisome. Chronic lack of adequate sleep can cause problems like memory issues, lower immune function, and decreased pain tolerance.
Read MoreClients have asked me how to maintain the changes to their body that they experienced from structural integration (SI). Common activities of modern life tend to work against maintaining the benefits of SI. Computer or desk work, being in a car and plane trips are all things that hold your body in a more-or-less fixed position and that tend to contract the body’s structure.
Read MoreNow is a time of year when I find it’s very easy to get caught up in a rush – the feeling like I need to hurry to get ready, wrap up work projects at my day job, work in the yard, finish everything else on my list, and fit in some fun activities, too! If that sounds like your experience, I want to take this opportunity to remind us both that it’s OK to slow down.
Read MoreDo you spend a lot of time driving or using a computer, tablet or smartphone? If so, you may be familiar with a syndrome called tech neck or forward head posture.
Read MoreThe Garland Building has a new security policy. Building doors are now locked after 6pm and on weekends. For appointments during those times, please call 612-817-5571 when you arrive to be let in. Thank you for your patience and understanding.
Read MorePeople sometimes ask me what is the Rolf Method of Structural Integration? It is not a method of home remodeling or bridge building. It is a specialty kind of hands-on bodywork.
Read MoreIt seems like there is always some challenge or other in front of us. Even so, most of us have many things to be thankful for.
Read MoreLast week, I went on a lovely walk along the Mississippi River with a neighbor. The sun was shining and the autumn leaves were wonderful. If you don’t already have an exercise program, walking is a good place to start.
Read MoreIt seems that lots of people don’t realize how important the way they breathe is. They have habits like taking shallow breaths or sometimes holding the breath. When these habits occur unconsciously, they can contribute to back and neck pain, and increase your stress. Fortunately, we can learn to breathe better.
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