Studio : Movement Matters, Inc.

Publisher : Movement Matters, Inc.

Binding : Spiral-bound

Product Description
Outsmarting Low Back Pain features a fresh new way of looking at this age old problem and is the most comprehensive program available today for those who suffer from low back pain. Exercise programs that focus on stretching your back are usually not enough, and are often damaging to an already over-stressed back. The exercises in this program are meant to be done gently, mindfully and slowly to improve your ability to listen to and take care of your back. The book features a self-assessment section and guides you step-by-step through the video portion of the program. The high quality video and detailed instructions on the DVD's help you to do the exercises accurately and safely and are progressive in nature; they start simpler/safer and work up to the reality and complexity of daily living. This is not an afternoon read and you will need to devote some time and attention to this, but you will be very glad you did! Knowledge is key, but not just intellectual or book-taught knowledge. Knowing one's own body from the inside out is called Proprioceptive Self-Awareness and includes the following. 1. Knowing what the habitual shape of your low back is and how to find and maintain a more stable spine. 2. Improving movement and control of the hips and mid-back so you can re-direct movement away from the sensitive/over-working/over-stretched low back toward the typically sturdier/under-achieving hips and mid-back. 3. Recognizing detrimental patterns of posture and movement; what hurts your back and why. 4. Recognizing beneficial patterns of posture and movement for your particular movement habits or biases; what feels good for your back and why. 5. Applying principles and concepts learned in the book and through the exercises to daily activities; how to adjust/modify the way you sit, stand, bend, lift a baby, carry groceries, climb stairs, walk, cook, push a vacuum, pull-start a lawn mower, scrub the tub, work in the garden and a myriad of other potential back stressors.
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