Breathing and PRI

What are the principles of postural restoration institute?   The Postural Restoration Institute (PRI) is an approach to physical therapy and fitness that focuses on the relationship between posture,breathing, and movement. The principles of PRI include:...

DESIGNED TO MOVE | RECTUS FEMORIS AND HIP HIKE

The body is constantly adjusting to maintain balance. As external forces are applied from the environment (like gravity or momentum) our body, in its attempt to maintain equilibrium, will contract and lengthen groups of muscles to stabilize itself.  It must create...

DESIGNED TO MOVE | FORWARD HEAD POSTURE

What is Forward Head Posture? Forward head posture refers to a compensation pattern where the head (suboccipital muscles) is tilted forward and downward putting strain on the neck (cervical spine). It is usually caused by sedentary lifestyles and frequently looking...

HOW DOES POSTURE AND STRESS AFFECT MALE SEX HORMONES?

How Does Posture and Stress Affect Male Sex Hormones? Well, in short, poor posture puts stress on the body and potentially an increased risk of inflammation. With prolonged stress and inflammation, the body begins to produce cortisol, the stress hormone which...