Leslie Braverman

Recently, we were asked to provide tips and resources for instructors who work with clientele affected by Parkinson’s. Research shows that using different parts of the brain can change motor … Read more

Time to spring ahead! Today Melanie takes a look at why you might use high or low spring resistance with a client in side-bending.

When managing spondylolisthesis, it is important to protect the vulnerable segment in the spine. Melanie Byford-Young shows how to use a flexband for giving a client with spondylolisthesis proprioceptive feedback … Read more

Spotlights are on the scapulae. Should the scapulae initiate movement or follow thoracic movement during breaststroke prep? Melanie Byford-Young presents the answer to a recent question discussed in last weekend’s … Read more

Can you grasp this? A good hand grip is extremely important for everyday tasks. Melanie shows a simple exercise to restore neutral wrist positioning.

Core Training or Strength Training? Melanie Byford-Young reveals the secret to focusing on both of these fitness aspects and demonstrates how core use determines what muscles can be activated.

Using the Halo® Trainer, Melanie Byford-Young takes us through a series of small microadjustments and how to refine and tune the capacity to sit well.

Sitting is all about ease and this is especially true when reaching the arms away from the torso. Melanie Byford-Young demonstates a series of exercises that focus on arm work … Read more