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. 180 You're not weak, you're moving without support
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If you’ve been telling yourself you’re weak because your back hurts, your hips feel tight, or you leak during workouts, this episode is for you. So many active moms assume pain means they’re not strong enough or that they’re just getting older.
In this episode, Dr. Ar’neka reframes that belief and explains why pain is often not a strength issue at all. It’s a support and coordination issue. You can be strong in the gym and still be moving without the right stability underneath it.
Dr. Ar’neka breaks down the difference between weakness and compensation, why doing more workouts doesn’t automatically fix instability, and how breath, rib position, and pelvis control matter more than reps. When your body doesn’t feel supported, it tightens and overworks to protect you. The solution isn’t more tension, it’s better mechanics.
If you’re tired of blaming yourself and want to understand what’s actually driving your pain, book a Discovery Visit at Resilient Spine and let’s build a plan that truly supports your body. This is the best month because its Friends & Family Month so get a free initial session!
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