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November 12, 2020
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DIGESTING THE HOLIDAYS

Foodie holidays are approaching so gut health should be on your radar. Are you moving well? Meet the Bristol Stool Scale (represented in candy form here, lol). You should be aware of what is normal and not normal for you. If your normal is Type 1,2, or 3 you may be constipated-look to add insoluble […]
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November 5, 2020
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Take a Break and Stretch

The quality of your day will improve if you take a few moments to check-in. Take a few slow deep breathes and assess how you are feeling right now. Then try this easy stretch routine. Once done, breathe again and check-in. Enjoy the rest of your day.  
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November 4, 2020
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Rockford 815-Move into Fall

FALL COLORS As we move from October into early November; enjoy the leaves changing colors in the Rockford region at one of these peaceful, outdoor locations!  Before winter hits; take some time to visit these wonderful places and enjoy the spectacular fall colors. Anderson Japanese Gardens – 12-acre Japanese garden voted one of the best in […]
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September 4, 2020
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Is worrying robbing you of your health?

Take a moment to notice how you feel in your own skin right now. Then take a breath or two, slow in and out. Now, check back in. When you bring attention to this moment, the only moment you can do anything about, you will feel your habitual muscle tension release. Those areas in your […]
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August 17, 2020
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Breath and the Gut

Happy August everyone! Gastroparesis is a disease in which the stomach cannot empty properly or in a timely manner. Symptoms include nausea, vomiting, or feeling full or pressure/bloating. And, as is true for most gut issues, it absolutely affects ones’ quality of life. The pelvic floor muscles are part of the entire container that makes […]
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August 5, 2020
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Selfcare Tip for Breastfeeding Mamas-Thread the Needle Movement Break

Actually, you qualify if you are pre-natal, post-partum, peri-menopausal, or any stage before or after. Known to the Motivate team as “thread the needle” this easy to do anywhere, any time selfcare move is a truly wonderful “unwind” technique for the breastfeeding mom. This elongates/stretches/opens the chest, front belly, and sides of your trunk all […]
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August 1, 2020
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Happy August Motivate Community!

This month highlights breast feeding and gastroparesis awareness. Two topics we love at Motivate-things either no one likes to talk about, or has never heard about. This week is BREAST FEEDING WEEK and the campaign this year is focusing on the “impact of infant feeding on the environment/climate change and the imperative to protect and […]
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July 30, 2020
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Functional Yoga Stretches for Your Core

If you expect a long life out of your muscles then treat them right. Balance strengthening your joints and core with releasing them with stretching, foam rolling, trigger point releasing, chiropractic care, and massage therapy. There are so many options. Selfcare means listening to your body on a daily basis -not just attending the monthly […]
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July 20, 2020
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Trigger Point Release Video for Your Hip Muscle

If you expect a long life out of your muscles then treat them right. Balance strengthening your joints and core with releasing them with stretching, foam rolling, trigger point releasing, chiropractic care, and massage therapy. There are so many options. Selfcare means listening to your body on a daily basis -not just attending the monthly […]
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July 16, 2020
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Freedom from Hip and Pelvic Pain; Foam Roll Your Inner Thigh

Ah, the inner thigh. A highly neglected area, in my humble opinion. This set of muscles supports and stabilizes our pelvis and especially our hips when we need to balance (think walking, running, stair climbing). Prolonged sitting and standing can really make these muscle chronically short over time. The simple answer? Get blood flow to […]
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