The Movement Therapist

Really useful info if you're into cold water therapy, wild swimming/ paddleboarding etc ..

I don't know how many times I've heard people blaming their mattress for their sore hip or shoulder.

I hate to be the one to break it to you but...it's not the mattress, it's you.

Our bodies are asymmetrical. The vast majority of us are dominant on our right side which causes more compression on that side of our torso.

Many of us are also stuck in rib flare (extension pattern) due to poor positioning and breathing mechanics.

Thus causes a shortening of the back, neck and/or hips - combined with a shortening on the dominant side which can alter our centre of mass and cause us to compensate in a variety of ways...

This doesn't fix itself just because we are lying down and so the restorative sleep that you are trying to get isn't so restorative after all.

This is exactly what we work on in class. Tuning into our bodies, exploring movement options and working on breathing mechanics to help restore function.

A new block starts online tonight at 7:30pm

Classes online on Weds at 8pm and Friday at 'Balance', Napiershall Street, 11:30am

Book the July block via link in bio or get in touch for a free taster class.

Do your shoes cause uncomfortable pressure points on the top or sides of your feet?

Redness, blistering or callus buildup probably means that your shoes are too narrow for you.

Holes and bulging of the outside of your shoes can be a telltale sign that you need a wider shoe.

Another wee trick to check s to take the insole of your shoe out and put your foot on top....does it overhang?

Did you know that there are allsorts of lacing tricks to help accommodate your feet inside them shoes?

Here is one of them...

Leave the bottom two holes free and lace up from there and bobsyeraunty. Mair space for them tootsies to splay!

(P.s. You might wanna look into getting wider shoes in the long term)

Meltdowns are totally predictable whether you are four or forty-four.

They always follow a pattern of
- not sleeping well
- not eating well
- working too much
- being around certain people/places

There are many layers to stress accumulation.

The only way out is in.
Focus on yourself.

Eat. Sleep. Move. Breathe. Repeat.

Movement class is online tonight at 7:30pm.

Follow the link in bio to book.

Get out if your head and into your body.
I can't tell you how much it helps.

A brand new 4 week block of 𝙋𝙞𝙡𝙖𝙩𝙚𝙨-𝙞𝙨𝙝 classes kicks off tonight at 7:30pm.

Suitable for all abilities.
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This week we'll be targeting our spine, shoulders and side body, using a fusion of traditional mat, functional patterns and FRC exercises.⁣
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We'll work on strength & mobility for our shoulders and scapulae along with the major muscles that support our side body. You'll feel lengthened and connected throughout your entire body after this class.⁣
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Monday 7:30pm - online
Wednesday 8pm - online
Friday 11:30am - online & studio hybrid.

All classes are now bookable via my website:

www.movementtherapist.co.uk/booksession
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Hope to see you there!⁣
Clare

The first big SUP of the season.

Beyond perfect conditions, a tad surreal!

𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗱𝗼 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗯𝗼𝗻𝗲𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗳𝗲𝗲𝘁 𝘁𝗲𝗹𝗹 𝘂𝘀? 🤔⁣
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𝗦𝘁𝗿𝘂𝗰𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝘪𝘯𝘧𝘰𝘳𝘮𝘴 𝗙𝘂𝗻𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻.⁣
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The big bones at the back of the foot are for load bearing, and the smaller bones in the front allow for lots of movement. ⁣
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The calcaneus is the largest and strongest bone in the foot. It plays an important role in weight bearing and stability. It's also an incredible shock absorber as it withstands huge amounts of impact when walking and running.⁣
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The mid-foot and forefoot on the other hand is way more intricate. These bones form a structure that's both solid and mobile. They can lock to provide a rigid lever to allow us to create propulsion and they can also unlock to help us absorb shock and withstand varieties in terrain.⁣
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Understanding the structure of the foot gives us a pretty good idea of how we can take better care our feet 🤓
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🦶 We should be striking the ground with the heel so that big ol' Calcaneum can absorb the shock of 10,000 + steps per day!⁣
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🦶 Stand with your weight directly over your heels. Shoes that have a raised heel (and we're not just talking high heels, most running trainers have raised heels too) force your hips forward and overloads the intricate structures of the forefoot, which can lead to plantar fasciitis, bunions etc.⁣
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🦶 Forefoot structures need to be able to splay out & be mobile, they don’t perform well when squished so try to choose shoes with a wider toe box and invest in some toe spacers to help stretch them out whilst barefoot at home.⁣
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Tonight's class is online at 7:30pm & it's Pilates 'Twisted'

If you want to join in you can book via the link in my bio.

All class information can be found on the website.

𝗢𝗳𝗳 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗥𝗮𝗱𝗮𝗿⁣
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Ignoring all biz related duties while I sit my exams.
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Podiatry is blowing my tiny little mind. Learning everything there is to know about the lower limb...muscles, arteries, veins, nerves ...the whole shebang! 📚⁣..and here was me thinking first year was gonna be pretty chill 😅
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Exams finish Monday - normal service should resume some time next week. ⁣Sorry if I haven't responded to your message, I'll be in touch soon.
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I hope you are all well, I'll see you on the flip side! ⁣
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𝗙𝘂𝗹𝗹𝘆 𝗕𝗼𝗼𝗸𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗙𝗲𝗯𝗿𝘂𝗮𝗿𝘆 ⁣
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I'm working at full capacity and don't have any availability to take on new clients for treatment or PT sessions.⁣
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Apologies to anyone trying to book in... I may be able to open up some slots come February, if you DM me I'll pop you on a waitlist & keep you posted.⁣
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Mobility classes are still running both online & in studio...bookable via my website.⁣
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I hope you all have a great Christmas and I'll see you in the New Year, if not before!⁣
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Clare⁣
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