The process represented in the simplified diagram above is ABSOLUTELY amazing! It is the process that allows us to do the beautiful, essential and incredible activities that we do. This process called motor control involves preparing for, executing, and fine tuning our movements. And, it all begins and ends with a sensory experience. The object moving in your peripheral vision leading you to move your eyes and turn your head, the transition from hard to soft surfaces which gives your brain...

Finding the right professional or type of treatment for lower back pain can be very confusing. There are so many options and it can be difficult to understand which one will be the best fit for your unique circumstance and body. There are orthopedic doctors, surgeons, pain specialists, chiropractors, trainers, wellness clinics and on and on. And, there is a never ending string of possible stretches and exercises posted on line. How do you know which ones to do? I'm here to explain why a...

There is more than one way to cook an egg. So goes the same for squats. The squat is a functional and versatile way to strengthen some very important leg muscles. These include the hip extensors (Gluteus Maximus, Hamstrings and Adductor Magnus) and knee extensors (Quadriceps). Do your squats so that you can sit down and stand up, go up and down stairs, ski, surf, jump, and get down and up from the floor. And of course, having contoured and strong squat muscles help us feel better in our jeans...