Do you know what the #1 vegetable in the American diet is? Potatoes. That’s right. And how do we most often eat potatoes? As french fries. You got it.
No wonder we as a country are overweight, sick and tired. Not to knock the potato, but there are lots of wonderful vegetables to fill our plates with that give us more nourishment and energy than french fries ever could. Read the rest of this entry »
By Susi Hately
Even with an ergonomically correct setup at work, many desk workers struggle with neck or back pain, shoulder strain, headaches, repetitive strain injury, or trouble focusing. Yogi, author, kinesiologist and founder of Functional Synergy, Susi Hately Aldous has created a specialized program, Yoga for the Desk Jockey(tm) for desk workers to get into a routine of 2 minute breathing, stretching and meditating exercises to do throughout the day. Clients have reported that they feel less irritable, calmer, have less pain and get less distracted and feel more capable of handling stressful situations. The program has also proven to help increase productivity and creativity in offices. Read the rest of this entry »
The effects of posture on health is becoming more evident. “Spinal pain, headache, moo, blood pressure, pulse, and lung capacity are among the functions most easily influenced by posture. The corollary of these observations is that many symptoms, including pain, may be moderated or eliminated by improved posture”.
One of the most common postural problems is the forward head posture (FHP). Since we live in a forward facing world, the repetitive use of computers, TV, video games, trauma, and even back packs have forced the body to adapt to a forward head posture. Repetitive movements in a certain direction will strengthen nerve and muscle pathways to move that way more readily. An example would be the adaptation of the body to do gymnastics easily after repetitive practice. It is the repetitions of forward head movements combined with poor ergonomics postures and/or trauma that cause the body to adapt to a forward head posture.
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By Susi Hately
Susi Hately Aldous and University of Calgary Cancer Center Develops Yoga for Cancer Survivors DVD
Together with Susi Hately Aldous, renowned yoga teacher, kinesiologist and founder of Functional Synergy, the University of Calgary Physical Activity and Cancer Center announce the release of the first yoga DVD customized for cancer survivors. This gentle 7 session therapeutic yoga program is based on Hatha yoga, but has been modified for people who have completed their chemotherapy and/or radiation treatment and are looking for a gentle yoga program to relax, and progressively build flexibility, strength and balance. Each session is 75 minutes and no previous yoga experience is required. Read the rest of this entry »
By Kimberley Payne
I’ve enjoyed walking since my youth and continue to enjoy it today as my number one cardiovascular activity. I find walking to be the most flexible and relaxing exercise. No special equipment or skills are needed – just a good pair of shoes and sensible clothing. It can be done anywhere and anytime with a friend or by myself. Walking offers less risk of injury, with many of the benefits of more strenuous activities.
There can also be both spiritual and physical benefits by combining prayer with walking. Read the rest of this entry »
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