I don’t have kids, so I don’t pretend to know what it’s like to be pregnant. However, what I do know is that space is required for health. When you are nurturing life in your belly, having the room to expand as the fetus grows is essential to a healthy birth.Try this. Sit in a …
Since the beginning of Block Therapy, we have been using cedar wood to make the Block Buddy and Baby. This has been such a beautiful medium – the smell is one of my favourites, but most importantly, the density of the wood is similar in density to bone. This is why cedar was chosen. At first …
One of the most exciting and beautiful aspects of my work is connecting with others who are equally passionate about health, self-care, fascia, and especially the breath. When they reach out to connect and promote a complementary modality, or to speak about Block Therapy, it is a validation of the power of what we are …
The Buddhist Biohacker & the Importance of Breath Read More »
Another postural action I have spent years developing is strengthening the tongue. I never really thought much about this muscle in past, except that as a kid I heard it was the strongest muscle in the body, which never made sense to me — I couldn’t lift a chair with my tongue.Then one summer, doing …
This week, we are putting the spotlight on Edna Guzman, Block Therapy Instructor and co-creator of Spanish Block Therapy University.”A path of reconciliation, understanding, caring and forgiveness: that would be the best way to describe my healing journey with my Block Buddy. It all started when I was only 12 years old. My parents noticed how …
I begin this week’s blog with the understanding that discussing meditation, chakras and energy may not be in your belief system. Because Block Therapy addresses all aspects of the body – the physical, mental, emotional and spiritual – I believe that it is important to discuss the spiritual and healing aspect of the Block. As …
People’s standing and sitting posture is a major factor in chronic joint pain and issues with aging. If we don’t maintain proper foundations, tissue collapses to create false walls and floors. As I have mentioned, these block blood and oxygen flow and are the root of pain, aging and disease. Observe the average person standing: …
Our featured testimonial is by our wonderful Head Office team member, Stephanie, who has made the decision to move on in her career. I want to start by thanking and honouring her, prior to sharing her story.I have been so blessed with the Block Therapy team. They are truly some of the most dedicated and …
MY BLOCK STORY: Myasthenia Gravis|Mental Health|Increased Muscle Strength Read More »
My life and my business would not be the same without Quinn in it. He is my nephew, friend and business partner. Block Therapy would not be what it is without Quinn by my side. Today, I would like to take a moment and celebrate his journey with Block Therapy, and to share with you …
Introducing Quinn Castelane, VP of Block Therapy and Lead Block Therapist Read More »
This week, we are circling back to the diaphragm. This muscle is so important for keeping our organs warm, as well as feeding our bodies 600% more oxygen with each inhale. It is the one of the two foundations that Block Therapy is built on. Understanding this foundation increases your understanding of your Block Therapy …