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4 faulty posture positions and how to identify them
Healthy posture – described from the side as ears over shoulders, hips, knees, and ankles. This posture improves blood flow, helps keep...
Ken Belveal
Oct 11, 20212 min read


Pain when turning your head while driving? Do this stretch.
The levator scapulae are muscles in the neck that help in rotation. When they are tight, it can be painful to turn your head. Learn how...
Ken Belveal
Oct 7, 20212 min read


8 best stretches for office workers
Now that we’re heading back to the office after the pandemic it’s important to stretch those muscles that can cause soreness in the neck,...
Ken Belveal
Oct 4, 20212 min read


Hurts to turn your head? Fix it!
The levator scapulae is usually the culprit when it hurts to turn your head. Here is what to do about it. Anatomy of a muscle The levator...
Ken Belveal
Sep 30, 20212 min read


How does sitting impact posture?
Sitting for long periods of time can be hard on the musculoskeletal system leading to poor posture, tension headaches and neck and back...
Ken Belveal
Sep 27, 20214 min read


Chin tuck progression to reverse forward head
Anatomy of a muscle The muscles that comprise the deep neck flexors, specifically the longus colli, longus capitis and the rectus capitis...
Ken Belveal
Sep 23, 20212 min read


3 reasons why you need a kneeling chair
Is your low back or neck sore after a long day at the office? It could be the way you’re sitting. Ever wonder if a kneeling chair is...
Ken Belveal
Sep 20, 20213 min read


Do this exercise progression for a strong, sexy butt...and it helps your spine!
Anatomy of a muscle The gluteus maximus is the largest muscle in the human body. It originates from the iliac crest and coccyx...
Ken Belveal
Sep 16, 20213 min read


8 steps to fix upper-crossed syndrome. The thing that's giving you headaches and neck aches
What is upper-crossed syndrome? Upper-crossed syndrome (UCS) is a condition that usually happens over time and results in rounded...
Ken Belveal
Sep 13, 20215 min read


Ease low back pain - 3 stretches to loosen tight hip flexors
If you are like most people these days you spend a lot of time in front of the computer, watching TV, driving, or looking at your smart...
Ken Belveal
Sep 9, 20213 min read


How to develop the habit of exercise
One benefit – good spine health Everyone knows that exercise is good for you. There are many benefits including: Weight control Mood...
Ken Belveal
Sep 6, 20212 min read


Tight hip flexors equal poor posture and low back pain
Learn how to release it here Anatomy of a muscle The psoas and iliacus (hip flexors) are situated deep in the muscular system. They...
Ken Belveal
Sep 2, 20212 min read


What foods contain the highest water content
Staying hydrated is not only about drinking water. Some foods contain a remarkably high amount of water. Learn which ones have the most....
Ken Belveal
Aug 30, 20211 min read


3 quick adjustments to your computer monitor to ease neck pain
Do you suffer from neck pain or tension headaches? It could be the way you position your monitor during your working hours. Follow...
Ken Belveal
Aug 30, 20211 min read


A tight soleus leads to a poor squatting posture.
Test it then fix it here. Anatomy of a muscle The soleus is located below and underneath the gastrocnemius. The soleus originates behind...
Ken Belveal
Aug 26, 20212 min read


How to get out of bed properly with a bad back
Low back tender? Learn how to get out of bed without making it worse. However you sleep – on your stomach, back or side, this is the...
Ken Belveal
Aug 23, 20211 min read


Let’s talk gastoc
When looking for possible causes of poor posture, you need to start from the bottom and work your way up. One common cause for poor...
Ken Belveal
Aug 19, 20212 min read


Use your eyes to improve walking posture
Walking is the most popular exercise in the world. Learn how to do it properly to protect your neck. You have seen that hunched-over...
Ken Belveal
Aug 16, 20212 min read


Release the calves to improve posture
Tension in the calves can affect many aspects of your life. Release them. Anatomy of a muscle The calves are composed of two muscles –...
Ken Belveal
Aug 12, 20212 min read


Jog to good health without hurting your spine
It is important to protect your spine from injury while running. Learn how. Jogging is one of the best ways to stay in shape. A good...
Ken Belveal
Aug 9, 20213 min read
