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Chronic Pain & Neurodivergence: Is There A Link?
Lately, I’ve been hearing a lot about the link between neurodivergence and chronic pain conditions. It seems like more and more I come across people with a diagnosis of ADHD or Autism (or…
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Exercising for EDS and Hypermobility: Ways to Feel Safe with Movement
Hypermobility, EDS (Ehlers Danlos Syndrome) or hEDS (hypermobile Ehlers Danlos Syndrome) can all make exercising feel daunting. Experiencing pain, fatigue, dizziness, or fear around if you will hurt yourself can all be reasons…
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Fibromyalgia: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
Fibromyalgia: What It Is Fibromyalgia is a fairly common syndrome in the general population, with a prevalence of 2-3% of people worldwide. Women are 3x as likely to have Fibromyalgia than men. Fibromyalgia…
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Things That Change When You Exercise For Health And Not Weight Loss
There are many benefits of exercises that have nothing to do with weight. Let’s look at the benefits of exercising for health and not weight loss! Of course this isn’t a full list,…
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How Acceptance And Commitment Therapy Can Help Chronic Pain
Living with chronic pain can be a hard thing to accept. Acceptance and Commitment therapy is a form of cognitive behavioural therapy that can be used to help treat chronic pain. How does…
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How To Know If You Have Neuroplastic Pain
Neuroplastic pain is pain that occurs when the brain misinterprets pain signals. The brain starts thinking signals from the body are dangerous causing pain. This does not mean that the pain is not…
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5 Ways To Have A Healthy Relationship With Movement
Movement is important. It helps keep bones strong, it builds muscles, maintains mobility, and helps the heart stay healthy. Unfortunately, diet and fitness culture perpetuates unhealthy relationships with movement. It makes you believe…
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Trauma & Chronic Pain: Is There A Link?
First off, I know that this can be a sensitive and challenging topic for many, so please give yourself grace as you read. Take breaks as needed, skip parts that are too overwhelming,…
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3 Ways to Make Movement Work for You in the New Year
The start of the new year often comes with expectations to create resolutions. You can be bombarded with messages to get back in the gym, join a new fitness class, or get a…
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3 Tips To Practicing Intuitive Movement
Intuitive movement is the practice of listening to your body when deciding how much, or what kinds of movement to do. Intuitive movement lets go of rigid structure and instead invites you to be gentle with yourself.…