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VOL. 3, ISS. 11 | NOVEMBER 2017
Your hands are amazing. Each finger can move separately, but when they plot and plan together, their grip can be a lifesaver. Their strength comes not from muscles but from tendons that stem from your forearms. Give this group a much-deserved break after they’ve been holding on to cellphones, barbells or the edge of a cliff all day!
If you’ve followed my work, you know that I equate deep core conditioning with a healthy breath pattern. You cannot have healthy abs without respiratory muscles that do the right thing. So this month, your challenge is to move your breath into its full range of motion for a minute while maintaining an impeccable plank. This means that your body unifies and every tissue pulls its own weight.
Your feet have the most bones, joints and possibilities of motion. But your three middle toes, strangely enough, work together as a trio with their common extensor and flexor muscles. They are often overshadowed by the ever-popular big toe and the adorable, tiny, fifth toe. This movement helps identify the strengths of this unsung middle group.
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It’s been said that the master prayer is one of gratitude. And in times like these, we couldn’t agree more. The fact that…
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Breaking bread or breaking: Find the ways food is doing more – or less – for you, body and soul.
Self-care ideas for your body and brain get you ready for the busy holiday season.