Before we get into why you want strong hips and how to get them with hip strengthening exercises, let's do a little Hip 101.The hip joint is a ball-and-socket type joint that's formed where the femur (thigh bone) meets the pelvis. The femur has a ball-shaped (or club-shaped) end that fits into a bowl-shaped socket formed by the pelvis called the acetabulum. There are large ligaments, tendons, and muscles around the hip joint that hold the bones (the good old ball and socket) in place and keep

What is Sekhem?Sekhem is an ancient Egyptian form of healing. References to it have been discovered in the Egyptian Book of the Dead and in ancient scrolls. It was taught as part of spiritual practices in the temples of ancient Egypt and is associated with the lion-headed Goddess Sekhmet, who is believed to be the guardian and protector of this energy. As well as being the Patroness of War, she is also considered to be the Goddess of Regeneration and Healing. Sekhmet helps us break down which

With spiritual practices like yoga and meditation becoming more popular, it seems like everyone is talking about mantras. But what exactly is a mantra and how are you supposed to use it?In our westernized, modern-day spiritual practices the word “mantra” has become as mainstream as “intention.” But the two are actually quite different. The word mantra can be broken down into two parts: “man,” which means mind, and “tra,” which means transport or vehicle. In other words, a mantra is an

Cleveland Saves is a non-proift organization that can help you get your finances under control.The mission of Cleveland Saves is to help you get your finances under control with planning strategies to reduce debt, build wealth, and create lifelong financial security.Cleveland Saves is part of a national campaign founded by America Saves, managed by the non-profit organization Consumer Federation of America. Even if you aren't a resident of Cleveland, you can still sign up for free to become a

“When one understands that Aether, being the basic substrate of the universe, can be interfered with to such a degree as to produce all manner of energy and matter aggregations, it follows that everything is a result of Aether Engineering to various degrees.” – Jerry W. DeckerScientist, Dan Davidson, states that his 35 years of research have led him to the conclusion that the existence of aether (subtle energy) is an undeniable reality. In his work, he describes the aether as an all-pervasive

A while back, I received a message on Facebook from listener Lindsey. She said:“In another episode you talked about how aerobic exercise and weight lifting affect each other, but I'm not sure I understood. As a runner, can I run to the gym to lift weights and run home again or should I keep the cardio and weights on separate days? Thanks for your help!”After thanking Lindsey for her great question, I promised that I would do a deeper dive in the near future. I also told her that, in a nutshell

Thought Field Therapy™ (TFT) is an energy-based form of psychotherapy designed to reduce symptoms of psychological distress by manipulating how energy flows in the body. TFT is based on the premise that bodies consist of energy fields and that imbalances

All of us spend the day being conscious and aware and spend the night being seemingly unconscious and unaware. This rhythm of rest and activity pervades nature and affects every creature. But human beings are unique, because only we use sleep to restore body, mind, and spirit.However, modern life works against sleep and its restorative powers. Around 30 percent of Americans get less than 7 hours of sleep per night, and among single mothers, this rises to 47 percent. The negative side of sleep

Overview Holotropic breathwork is a therapeutic breathing practice that is intended to help with emotional healing and personal growth. It’s said to produce an altered state of consciousness. The process involves breathing at a fast rate for minutes to hours. This changes the balance between carbon dioxide and oxygen in the body. You are guided through the exercise by someone who is trained in this emotional release modality. Music is an essential part of the technique and is incorporated into

Image zoomJust hearing the word ~massage~ instills a feeling of relaxation in your body and instinctually makes you want to sigh. Getting rubbed down-even if it's by your S.O. who's cluelessly squeezing your traps...or your cat that's kneading/clawing on your lap-is never a bad thing. (Seriously. We should all be seeing a masseuse on the reg.)But the latest fad flying around the internet health-o-sphere is a puzzler: organ massage, aka visceral manipulation.It's not a totally new revelation in

Definition/DescriptionHydrotherapy (Aquatherapy) is any activity performed in water to assist in rehabilitation and recovery from eg.hard training or serious injury.[1][2] It is a form of exercise in warm water and is a popular treatment for patients with neurologic and musculoskeletal conditions.[3] The goals of this therapy are muscle relaxation, improving joint motion and reducing pain.[4] This therapy is been used for thousands of years.Physiotherapists are often involved in hydrotherapy in