I used the metaphor of systematically searching the fire building for fire and life in my last article. Now we’re taking the time to check the foundation by focusing on movement or mobility of the ...

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The thoracic spine is the longest portion of the spine and includes the vertebrae situated between the neck and the lower back. While it’s primarily designed for stability and force absorption, the ...

Officially, a tight or “stuck” upper body means you lack thoracic mobility. On the contrary, having solid thoracic mobility means you can stand up straight (and maintain that tall posture), as well as ...

You likely spend most of your day sitting at your computer, scrolling through your phone, or lounging on your couch. And while these are not bad positions, slouching for extended periods of time can ...

The thoracic spine is the section of your spinal column that is positioned in your mid-upper back. It’s an area that as a person ages will become less mobile, especially if you neglect training. More ...

BACK pain was already extremely common, and it's no surprise the past year-and-a-half of lockdown living hasn't helped. In a survey of 2,000 adults, Nurofen found 36 per cent of respondents had ...

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