by Laura Helsel | May 19, 2022 | Better Posture, Biomechanics, Franklin Method, Home Workouts, Pilates Teacher Training, Self Care, Toronto Courses
Our spines are brilliant and complex structures designed to dissipate load, add energy efficiency to walking all while allowing full movement. Learn to tap into healthier movement through the Franklin Method’s approach of layered imagery and increased awareness.
by Laura Helsel | Feb 16, 2022 | Biomechanics, Fitness, Franklin Method, Hip Stability, IT Band, Pelvic Floor, Pilates, Teaching Tips, Tight Hip Flexors
Strengthening the gluteal muscles is recommended for virtually every hip and knee issue that exists. From patellar femoral syndrome and hip impringement to tight IT bands and dropped arches, improving the strength of the big power muscles of the bum are a key component to recovery. What to do when they don’t cooperate?
by Laura Helsel | May 18, 2019 | Biomechanics, Feet, Fitness, Franklin Method, Pilates
I’m not shocked by beautiful high heel shoes or men’s slick narrow dress shoes and the compromises they make to our feet. We are all fully aware, while we’re squishing our foot into a narrow stiletto, that it’s not contributing to healthy body mechanics. It...
by Laura Helsel | Apr 21, 2016 | Biomechanics, Franklin Method, Pelvic Floor
Of late, pelvic floor function is a hot topic.Not the coolest of topics I would have thought … but so very important to lower body function that it is often the missing link in addressing low back, pelvic, hip or knee pain. Anyone working in therapeutic movement...
