Mayer Wellness & Myofascial Release Omaha, NE
Come to feel better. Stay to feel great! Specializing in Fascia-Informed™ Healing with Myofascial Release.
I recently came across the old Steve Martin SNL sketch where he is making a Christmas wish for everyone. He experiences quite a bit of confusion as he is trying to determine his priorities for his Christmas wish. He starts with the wish that all the children of the world would join hands and sing… Continue reading My Wish for You in 2022
Anyone can practice yoga. Healthcare practitioners and fascia experts are recommending yoga to so many people from the very young, to people with disabilities to our elders with a variety of health issues. There is so much research to support yoga as a strategy for managing a huge variety of health issues. As a result,… Continue reading Give Everyone the Gift of Yoga
Why do activities around the holidays seem to create more back issues?
My eBook A Beginner's Guide to Myofascial Self-Care: How to Relieve Pain, Tension, and Stiffness Naturally and Start Feeling Better in Just Minutes is now available in two formats.If you've been to the workshop and want a reminder of all the great releases plus many more, this is it! It is 80+ pages of instructions with pictures.… Continue reading New eBook Based on the Myofascial Self-Care Workshop
A settled nervous system is a prerequisite to healing. -Resmaa Menakem MSW, LICSW I recently participated in a book club. A new friend invited me because she was aware of the work I do and we had recently had a conversation on how to create yoga classes that are trauma sensitive. The book was My… Continue reading You Can’t Heal if You Don’t Breathe
Our bodies work best when they’re in proper alignment, which is affected by our posture. Practicing good posture helps our bodies work more efficiently and experience less pain. The best way to correct poor posture is to start with small, easy-to-make changes. Here is one you can practice right now. Quick Posture Check Use a… Continue reading Quick Posture Check: Number One Change You Can Make Immediately to Ease Pain and Tension
This stretch is an old favorite, just like the sweatpants I have on in the photos. I’ve suggested this stretch to several clients and friends lately, so I thought I’d add it here. After all, low back pain is one of the most common issues in the US. Try this stretch for low back pain on… Continue reading Try this simple stretch now for immediate relief from low back pain.
Have you ever had one of those embarrassing moments when you tripped on seemingly nothing? It may have been a slight change in the sidewalk or grade of the parking lot. You look around to see if anyone saw your stumble and then look down at the ground like it is the ground’s fault. Or… Continue reading Have you tripped on nothing lately? Check your ankle mobility with this easy test.
Over a decade ago, this line was made famous by a commercial for senior alert necklaces. According to the CDC, our risk of falls is continuing to rise, and by 2030, we’ll have 7 fall-related deaths per HOUR if the trend continues. If you are in your 50s and up or have loved ones in… Continue reading I’ve Fallen and I Can’t Get Up! How getting down is the key to getting back up again.
Many of our lives have been turned upside down, resulting in high stress levels. It is unclear when our lives will return to “normal, " which results in even more stress. All this stress results in a physical outcome as tension builds in our muscles and fascia. Meditation is a well-researched option for effectively reducing stress… Continue reading Practical Meditation Tips to Get Started Right Now