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Arm, Shoulder and Hand Care This Thursday May 30th, 2013

Calling my guitar players, smart phone addicts, computer jockeys, knitters, cyclists…

Do you (or does someone you love) have a hobby or job where you work with your hands? Do you suffer from TMJ dysfunction, tennis elbow, tendonitis, carpal tunnel syndrome, headaches, arthritis, or, jaw, neck, or wrist pain?

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Join me this Thursday night and learn techniques to relieve tight and sore arm, hand, shoulder and neck muscles. These simple and quick exercises and stretches help alleviate the symptoms of repetitive stress injuries and prevent future injuries from occurring.

  • Who: You!
  • What: Strength, flexibility and awareness training based on principles of Pilates, Yoga, TaiChi, and undulation
  • When: Thursday May 30th 7:30 – 8:45 pm
  • Where: Sellwood Yoga, 7970B S.E. 13th ave Portland, Or 97202
  • Why: Pain free, neck, arms and hands

Preregister here. Please forward this post to anyone you think could use this work. Hope to see you there!

Click here to view Anne’s 90 second arm and hand exercise video.

Anne McCranie is a Portland Oregon based personal trainer and licensed massage therapist. With over 15 years in the fitness industry she draws from many disciplines to create strength and flexibility programs that help keep her and her clients pain free.

Call her for a free consultation today! (503) 705-4762

 

Memorial Day Yoga For The Wounded Warrior Project

How are you celebrating this holiday weekend? Why not join me for yoga? I am leading a Hatha yoga class this Monday May 27th, 2013 from noon to 1 pm at Sellwood Yoga (7970B S.E. 13th ave) and am donating proceeds from class to the Wounded Warrior Project. This class is suitable for all levels so please bring your family and friends – especially those new to yoga.

What does Memorial Day mean to you?

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To say I come from a military family is a bit of an understatement. My grandpa Ira served in the Marine corps and during World War II he fought (and almost died) at Guadalcanal. Grandpa “Papa” McCranie served in the Army and participated in the Normandy invasion. Other members of my family have served in the Navy, Air Force, Marines, U.S. Customs, and the Police force.

Guns and military culture was a part of my childhood. I got an early introduction to gun safety when my father accidentally shot a hole the front window of our house. whoopsie…

We even have a Hollywood military story. One of my relatives, while living in Key West, worked as an extra on the set of the movie PT 109. You see him in the final cut for a few seconds.

Thankfully I grew up hearing military lingo, and war stories, NOT going to military funerals, or spending time in a rehab hospital with a loved one. This weekend I give thanks to all who have served to defend our country during times of peace and war.

I continue to hope for more times of peace than war.

Click on this link for more information about the Wounded Warrior Project.

Join Anne for Hatha yoga this Monday May 27th 2013. Click here to sign up for the Monday yoga class on the Sellwood Yoga website. Call Anne if you have questions (503) 705-4762.

Hope to see you tomorrow!

 

Three Tools For Healthy Feet

Are your feet ready for spring training? As we transition from winter to spring footwear the muscles and tendons in our feet and ankles are work differently. You train the rest of your body, why not pay specific attention to your feet? If you suffer from bunions, hammer toes, or plantar fasciitis this is especially important. Treat your feet to a little TLC and you will be pain free this summer.

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Here are the top three tools I use to keep my feet healthy and happy:

  1. Golf ball: Spend five minutes twice a week rolling our your feet and you will notice a difference immediately.
  2. Correct Toes: Wear these toe separators for thirty minutes a day to stretch and strengthen your feet.
  3. Theraband: Lay on your back, wrap a band around your foot and draw your name on the ceiling with your toes.

If you are in need of any of these tools let me know. I sell balls, bands, and Correct Toes and am happy to put together a foot care package and show you how to use all of these goodies.

Anne McCranie owner of Fluid Movement + Massage works with her clients one on one and in small groups using a combination of movement and massage to ease pain, build strength and relax tight muscles. The above information is intended to educate and inform. Please see your health care professional for specific medical advice. 

Call Anne today for a free consultation. (503) 705-4762

 

Free TaiJi Fit Class Thursday May 9th 2013

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You may have heard me talk about the recent training I did with David-Dorian Ross. If I have seen your face in the past weeks you have experienced some of these moves as I have been starting off my classes and private training sessions with a few TaiJiFit bits.

My clients have been raving about this work. I have noticed how starting each session with a few minutes of flow allows my clients to quickly become centered, focused and relaxed.

Want to flow with us? Head on down to Pilates Bodies in Lake Oswego on Thursday May 9th from 6 – 7 pm for a free TaiJi Fit class with David-Dorian himself. This class will fill up so sign up here today to reserve your spot.

 

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A moving meditation, this work is a safe and effective way to build strength, ease joint pain, lose weight and lower your blood pressure.

What can TaiJiFit do for you? Join our Wednesday morning class in Sellwood and find out. Email or call me (503) 705-4762 Anne@FluidPortland.com to reserve your spot.

Click here for Fluid’s full class schedule.

 

Anne McCranie is a Portland Oregon based Licensed Massage Therapist and ACE certified personal trainer. She works with her clients one on one and in small groups using a combination of movement + massage to build strength, improve body awareness and reduce chronic pain. Contact her today to find out how her signature movement + massage program can help you look and feel your best!

Three Tips For Healthy Weight Loss

Looking to shape up for spring? Try these three weight loss tips:

  1. Follow the 80/20 rule. 80% healthy foods, 20% fun. It is a lot easier to sustain a healthy diet if you know you have a cocktail or sweet treat waiting for you at the end of the week. No need to give up your favorite foods entirely, in fact if you allow yourself the occasional indulgence you will feel less deprived and be more likely to stick to a healthy eating plan.
  2. Replace “I have to” with “I choose to”. No one is holding a gun to your head and telling you to eat a salad. What is your goal? Smaller pant size, toned arms, having the same amount of energy you did in your 20’s? Keep your end result in mind when choosing what you eat, how you spend your time (and who you spend your time with).
  3. Get plenty of sleep. Studies show that those who sleep less often weigh more. While every body is different most adults need 7-9 hours of sleep a night. Trouble sleeping? Try going to bed at the same time each night, limit booze and caffeine, especially right before bed. Turn lights (including electronics) down in the evening to let your brain know you are about to snooze.

What tips have you used to reach your fitness or weight loss goals?

 

Anne McCranie is a Portland Oregon based Personal Trainer and Licensed Massage Therapist. She works with her clients one on one and in small groups utilizing a combination of Movement + Massage to help them reach their fitness goals. Need help establishing or sticking to your plan? Contact her today for a free consultation (503) 705-4762