Whether you are training for a marathon or your goal is to get out of a chair easier, it is common to hit a point where progress has slowed down or even halted prior to reaching your goals. The dreaded training plateau can be even more frustrating if you are struggling with pain, dizziness, or any other unwanted physical symptom. In these cases, finding ways to continue to challenge your body and get stronger can be extra tricky. Time to get creative! Understanding the differ

And how to use it to combat pain and dizziness If you suffer from recurrent pain or dizziness, read on. This principle may be the missing link to your success. What Is Brain Retraining And Why Do We Need It? Brain Retraining is an umbrella term to encompass practices that use neuroplasticity to literally change our brains. ( learn more about neuroplasticity here ). Brain retraining can improve communication within the brain and nervous system. It can be used to enhance how t

Hypermobility simply means a joint that goes beyond the average range of motion - for example, someone who stands with hyperextended knees or “double jointed” elbows. Recent increased awareness around this topic has shown that hypermobility is more common than previously thought. Some estimate 1 in 10 people present as hypermobile. Although everyone with increased mobility does not experience pain, a percentage of this group do suffer from chronic or recurring pain - aptly l

What is Neuroplasticity? Neuro refers to the nervous system (brain, spinal cord, and nerves) and plasticity is the ability to change. So the simplest definition of neuroplasticity is the nervous system’s ability to change. We all have this ability, but it is well-known that our ability to mold and create new connections in the brain is greatest as a baby and diminishes throughout life. But please do not get discouraged. We can tap into our body’s plasticity at any age and e