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. 179 The Missing Link to being Stronger and Pain-free
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If you’ve been told to engage your core, brace your abs, or just breathe with your diaphragm but still struggle with low back pain, tight hips, leaking, or feeling disconnected from your body, this episode is for you.
In this conversation, Dr. Ar’neka breaks down why traditional core advice often misses the mark and why bracing harder does not automatically create stability. Most people are given cues without understanding how the breath, ribs, and pelvis actually work together. The result is more tension, more pressure, and often more pain.
In this episode, you’ll learn what true 360-degree breathing feels like, how rib position directly impacts core strength and pelvic floor function, and why over-bracing can actually make back pain and leaking worse. Dr. Ar’neka explains how support comes from coordination, not clenching, and how small shifts in breathing and alignment can change how your entire system feels.
If you’re ready to stop guessing and finally understand how your breath and core should work together, book a Discovery Visit at Resilient Spine and let’s build a plan that truly supports your body.
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