Corrective Exercise & Stretching Workshop!
Back To School Backpack Safety!
Saturday, September 21 • 9:00 am - 11:00 am 155 S. Madison St. Ste 303 • Denver, CO 80209 Price: $50/Person
Does your child experience aching shoulders or stooped posture after wearing a heavy school backpack? Carrying too much weight in a pack or wearing it the wrong way can lead to pain and strain. Parents can take steps to help children load and wear backpacks the correct way to avoid health problems. LOADING THE BACKPACK: • A child’s backpack should weigh no more than about 10% of his or her body weight. This means a student weighing 100 pounds shouldn’t wear a loaded school backpack heavier than about 10 pounds. If the backpack is too heavy on a regular basis, consider using a book bag on wheels if your child’s school allows it. • Load heaviest items closest to the child’s back (the back of the pack). Arrange books and materials so they won’t slide around in the backpack. • Check what your child carries to school and brings home. Make sure the items are necessary for the day’s activities. If the backpack is too heavy or tightly packed, your child can hand carry a book or other item outside the pack. WEARING THE BACKPACK: • Distributeweightevenlybyusingbothstraps. Wearingapackslungoveroneshouldercan causeachild to lean tooneside,curving the spine and causing pain or discomfort. Wear the waist belt if the backpack has one. • Select a pack with well-padded shoulder straps. Shoulders and necks have many blood vessels and nerves that can cause pain and tingling in the neck, arms, and hands when too much pressure is applied. Adjust the shoulder straps so that the pack fits snugly on the child’s back. A pack that hangs loosely from the back can pull the child backwards and strain muscles. • Schoolbackpackscome indifferentsizes for different ages. Choose the right size pack for your child as well as one with enough room fornecessaryschool items.Thebottom of the pack should rest in the curve of the lower back. It should never rest more than four inches below the child’s waistline. Make your child’s first day back at school a little less painful
This workshop will be led by Jonathan Hebet, LCMT & Licensed Personal Trainer at Blue Sky Physical Therapy. He will begin at 9:15 am with a guided full-body warm-up routine. After the warm- up, participants will have independent use of the gym space and equipment under Jonathan's supervision to develop personalized corrective exercises and stretches for their individual needs. You will have the opportunity to learn specifically designed movements, stretches, and postural corrections to help promote healthy tissues and to avoid injury. This workshop is appropriate for people of all ages and all activity and ability levels. Space is limited to 6 participants. Signup and prepayment in advance is required. You can sign up for this event at the front desk, online at Mindbody, or by calling 303.388.1537.
Staff Spotlight Meet Our Newest Physical Therapist!
Alan became interested in physical therapy after working for many years in the bicycle industry helping competitive cyclists prevent and recover from injuries. In 2005 he received his Masters of Physical Therapy degree from the University of Kansas Medical Center then moved to Arkansas where he began working with people recovering from spinal cord injuries, limb amputations, and a variety of orthopedic issues. He loves seeing his clients recover from injuries and return to living full lives. Outside of therapy, Alan enjoys spending time with his wife and training their two hyper-active dogs (border collie and Australian shepherd). Call 303.388.1537 to make an appointment today!
Healthy Recipe Choco-Strawberry Greek Yogurt Bark
Ingredients • 3 cups whole-milk plain Greek yogurt • ¼ cup pure maple syrup or honey
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract • 1½ cups sliced strawberries • ¼ cup mini chocolate chips
Instructions Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper. Stir yogurt, maple syrup (or honey) and vanilla in a medium bowl. Spread on the prepared baking sheet into a 10-by-15-inch rectangle. Scatter the strawberries on top and sprinkle with chocolate chips. Freeze until very firm, at least 3 hours. To serve, cut or break into 32 pieces. To make ahead: Freeze airtight between sheets of parchment for up to 1 month; let stand at room temperature for 15 minutes before serving.
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