Empower Movement + Performance

Another one! Honoring my pledge of continuous education for the betterment of those I serve. FMS has broken down fundamental movement patterns into very specific screening protocols to assess for asymmetry, dysfunctional movement, and/or pain. This screening protocol quickly establishes if someone moves well (no dysfunction) before moving often. This concept enforces why I specifically set aside movement preparation (and homework ) for my clients. Optimize movement prio...r to loading movement. Onwards and Upwards! Cheers! #continuingeducation #levelup #fms #functionalmovementscreen

My training client, Shanti @shantalagonzalez , is 2 weeks post surgery and had been experiencing a constant dull/aching pain in her arm. Most noticeable when trying to sleep. Related to our recent blog post by Clay @empowerslo regarding frozen shoulder- It is common that during the recovery process, the lack of movement can lead to tightening of the neighboring joint capsule and surrounding musculature. Surgery itself creates natural scarring or scar-tissue; fibrous connec...tive tissue that is random and haphazardly formed with tissue damage. Intentional mobilization & therapeutic manipulation of affected tissues can help deter tightening muscles/fascia while also manipulating scar tissue. Massage therapy can break down scar tissue and guide the body during the process of healing to create more functional and less restrictive scarring. Motion is the best lotion Cheers See more