Your body is my concern but it is your responsibility
Tired of constantly nursing the same injuries? Wonder why that game of tennis or gardening session leave you hobbling every few months?
Spoiler alert: it’s not the activities themselves! The real culprit? A lack of movement and conditioning in key areas of your body.
Get MOVING!
I recently had a patient wondering why he injured himself when picking up a piece of paper. Do you really thing it was that movement that hurt him? Or was it the decades of not looking after his body properly?
Chances are, if this is you, then your core isn’t doing its job, and your spinal stability is a bit wobbly. This means your body can’t protect itself the way it should. So, what’s going on here? Let’s hit some real topics:
Old Injuries: Those minor whiplash injuries from years ago? They can still haunt you. It’s amazing how long-lasting the effects of a little mishap can be! A small dysfunction that isnt resolved correctly may lead to big problems later.
Weight Gain: This one’s a no-brainer—more weight equals more pressure on your joints. But it also messes with muscle control and can turn those muscles into a bit of a “fatty” situation, increasing your risk of injury.
Sedentary Lifestyle: If you’re sitting for hours on end, your body adapts, and 20 years later, you’re wondering why your neck doesn’t curve the way it should. That’s what happens when you go from your curled up position in bed, to the breakfast table, to the car, to the desk, to the dinner table and then to the couch! Where’s the movement happening? You are in a flexed position the whole day!
Poor Posture: This ties into everything mentioned above. If you’re curious about how this affects you, let’s chat! Posture is the position your body adapts into. It isn't fixed quickly, but poor posture will cause issues in the end.
Neglecting Mental Health: This is often overlooked. Negative thoughts can lead to chronic pain, while positive thinking can be a game-changer. It sounds silly and simple, but there are some very easy ways to change your thought processes. Our amazing Dr. Jay can help you with emotional work if you’re interested!
All these habits can disrupt your body’s fundamental well-being, which is built on three key pillars:
Eating Well: Fuel your body with real foods! Whether you’re a vegetarian, carnivore, or somewhere in between, these diets can be great and all have their pros and cons. Ditching processed foods is the thing that ties these together. You can’t outrun a bad diet!
Thinking Well: Your thoughts impact your body! Avoid the Instagram doom scrolling—you know it’s not doing you any favours. Focus on positive thinking and mental exercises instead.
Moving Well: Movement activates the frontal cortex in the brain and helps combat the fight-or-flight response we’re all too familiar with.
Get Moving! Simple activities can work wonders for your sleep and overall health:
Walking
Mobility exercises
Flexibility stretches
Core workouts
Chiropractic adjustments
Massage therapy
Gym sessions
When you move, your body sends signals to your brain to relax and reduce stress. Chiropractors excel at identifying and adjusting those dysfunctional spots that need to move more to provide the correct information to your brain!
Neglect these basics, and you might find yourself facing:
Weight gain and decreased mobility
Fatigue, laziness, and reduced motivation
Potential anxiety and mental fog
Increased injury risk and chronic pain
Overall decline in quality of life
So, Break the Cycle Now!
There’s no better time than now to get your body checked for those dysfunctional patterns. Get moving, feel better, and embrace the amazing benefits of returning to the basics!
Main Takeaway: Stop Being Lazy and get up!
Don’t ignore your body’s stability. Adjustments are just the beginning; you also need to focus on movement, diet, and mental health.
One adjustment a month isn’t enough for your body if you are living the sedentary lifestyle- It is just a starting point! Use it as a stepping stone to strengthen your core and reclaim your health.
SCHEDULE YOUR FIRST CONSULTATION TODAY AND START HEALING
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