The Resilient Body with Dr. Ar'neka
The Resilient Body podcast is hosted by Dr. Ar’neka Cooper - a not so typical chiropractor, myofascial specialist, movement expert and Co-founder of Resilient Spine. Her goal is to to teach people how to take care of their bodies, build sustainable habits and resilience so they can live their best life!
Episodes drop every Tuesday morning. You will hear a combination of solo episodes and interviews with special guests that are geared towards teaching you ways to take care of your body. We will cover topics related to movement, stress, mental health, mindset, and all the things that impact your body.
Come get educated, empowered, and connected with your body and build resilience in order to to live your best life!
The Resilient Body with Dr. Ar'neka
Ep. 124 Why Your Big Toe Matters
In this episode, we dive deep into an often overlooked but crucial part of our body—the big toe—and its impact on hip pain, balance, and mobility.
Our latest patient was experiencing severe hip pain and struggling to activate her glutes during Pilates exercises. After working with her, we noticed that her big toe wasn't making proper contact with the ground, which led to an imbalance in her foot mechanics and ultimately contributed to her pain. We break down how this small yet vital part of the foot plays a huge role in not only shock absorption but also propelling our bodies forward when walking, running, and doing exercises.
In this episode, we cover:
- How the big toe affects balance and weight distribution, especially during exercises like squats and Pilates movements.
- The importance of maintaining proper foot contact and the concept of the tripod foot (big toe, pinky toe, and heel) for optimal stability.
- How shoes with tight toe boxes and lack of mobility in the big toe can lead to imbalances and pain in the hips, knees, and lower back.
- Simple exercises and tips to activate the glutes and improve foot function to eliminate chronic hip and lower back pain.
If you’ve been dealing with hip pain, knee discomfort, or tightness in your lower back, this episode is a must-listen! Learn why the solution to your pain might just start at your feet.
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