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Need Posture Correction? | How To Begin Righting Those Office Chair Wrongs With Massage Therapist Mike Purvis

Need Posture Correction? | How To Begin Righting Those Office Chair Wrongs With Massage Therapist Mike Purvis

FromREDESIGNING MIDLIFE | Workout Motivation Over 50, Nutrition Facts, Health & Wellness, Fitness, Exercise Inspiration, Menopause Symptoms, Self-Care, Midlife Crisis


Need Posture Correction? | How To Begin Righting Those Office Chair Wrongs With Massage Therapist Mike Purvis

FromREDESIGNING MIDLIFE | Workout Motivation Over 50, Nutrition Facts, Health & Wellness, Fitness, Exercise Inspiration, Menopause Symptoms, Self-Care, Midlife Crisis

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81 minutes
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Oct 6, 2021
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Mike Purvis has been working on some of my back and hamstring issues for years. You would think that these issues would have come from some of the sports that I'm involved in, but NO - both have to do with my posture when I'm sitting at my desk or while I'm driving.I read an article recently about how desk chairs are doing immeasurable damage to all us that sit in them all day, at least 5 days a week. When I went to see Mike about some of these issues and asked him to talk to us about it on the podcast, he agreed.Today's Takeaways:1. Finding a good massage therapist depends on what you need a massage for. Each has a specialty. It’s like finding a doctor. You don’t want to go to a therapist that specializes in 20 different kinds of massage, that’s like going to a GP to have her deliver your baby.2. Everything that we are doing is in front of us - and we are in that forward position for hours on end. We need to think about getting up every now and then to stretch backwards - to stretch that peck out - stretch that chest to help us not be caved forward where we end up walking like turtles.3. There is no better time than now to start making some little changes to your posture while sitting. Everything has to be accounted for - upper body and lower body.4. Even though you may be working at home and not at a “desk” per se, it’s not really about the surface you are working on, it’s about the height of the chair and the angle of your arms so that you’re not driving your shoulders into your ears.5. Get a good desk chair to start with. If you get up out of your chair and can see that your body is still sitting there, it’s probably time for a new one. 6. You more than likely sit at your desk more than you sleep, but we’ll all invest in a good mattress before investing in a good desk chair.  7. Do not cross your legs when sitting. It causes one hip to be elevated which can cause a leg discrepancy. Leg discrepancies are problem in your basement, in your foundation, that affects all the floors of your body.8. We all need to do a posture analysis. Do you drive leaned to the right? Do you carry a heavy bag on one shoulder every day? 9. The best stretches to do in your desk chair are Ts and Ys. Make a T with your arms then make a Y with your arms.10. Put something up under your feet at the desk. Change your foot position. That changes your hip angle during the day. It lets your hamstrings andCome talk to me here:Find me on my Website:https://www.lesleylmcshane.comFREE: Midlife in Motion ROADMAP I want more details on the MIDLIFE IN MOTION program:I don't need details, I want IN in the MIDLIFE IN MOTION program:Schedule a Kickstarter Call to get your nutrition and fitness on track!Connect with me on Instagram:Get Redesigning Midlife Weekly Updates:Find your community at the private Redesigning Midlife Facebook Group:You Deserve It Notebook: Goal Tracker, Planner, ...
Released:
Oct 6, 2021
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Are you procrastinating on your midlife fitness and nutrition even though you know it’s time to start focusing on it? Do you have trouble prioritizing yourself in order to create good habits that will help you live longer? Have you been needing motivation and accountability to make a real change, but honestly just don't know where to start?If you answered YES to any of these questions, you are in the right place!In this podcast, you will be entertained, educated, and encouraged to put yourself and your midlife health and wellness first in order to enjoy your present and live a happier, longer life. My mission is to equip you with all of the information you need to discover that good fitness, nutrition, and a positive outlook over 50 are all within reach, even if they seem far away.If you are tired of putting yourself last, have trouble setting boundaries, and are fired up to feel your best to have the energy to take into your 50s, 60s, and beyond - then welcome my friend!I’m Lesley McShane, fellow midlife wife, empty nester, fitness coach, and certified personal trainer. As a former competitive athlete, I understand the importance of consistency when working to reach goals in all areas, while also dealing with these transitions of life. I’ve watched many friends and family struggle, wondering why they can’t stay motivated to be active, eat intentionally, and follow through on commitments they have made to themselves.In my late 40s, I figured out how crucial it was for me to take control of my physical and mental health in order to handle all of the pressures that adult children, aging parents, looming retirement, and weight gain from menopause were throwing at me. I made the conscious decision that life was too short to not practice the self care I needed in order to prioritize my own needs at this ageIf you are ready to stop procrastinating, I want to help you make that investment in yourself. You need accountability and a good time-management plan to set yourself up for the peace and harmony you desire. All so that you are able to live longer with freedom and no regret.Life doesn’t end at middle age. Our best years are still in front of us. And you deserve the best those years have to offer. There is no better time than RIGHT NOW to redesign your midlife to make it all work for you. Let’s go!Make sure to find me at all of the following places:Website: www.lesleylmcshane.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/lesleylmcshaneEmail: lesley@lesleylmcshane.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/redesigningmidlife/Sign up for the newsletter: https://RedesigningMidlifeWeeklyUpdate.gr8.com/ Your consistency practice begins with the You Deserve It Notebook: Goal Tracker, Planner, & Journal - Available on Amazon