Client Testimonial – CranioSacral Therapy

April 21, 2016June 24, 2025Anne

A client recently sent me this testimonial…

I have been going to Anne for massage, particularly craniosacral therapy massage, and I must say that she is the best of all who have worked on me. I leave our sessions completely relaxed and refreshed. Anne is not only a highly skilled practitioner, but what makes her special is that she truly cares about her clients, focusing her efforts completely on each session…… DF, Portland

Reading this warmed my heart. I truly love working with my clients to facilitate pain relief, reduced stress and improved quality of life.

This client first came to see me after shoulder surgery (well, actually after his wife told him for months “you should go see Anne” 🙂 ). He was suffering from pain and limited mobility in his shoulder. He did his physical therapy exercises religiously and when he was released from P.T. started seeing me for personal training, massage, and craniosacral therapy. Over the past year he has greatly improved his range of motion. His goal was to be able to lift a suitcase into the overhead bin, or take a bike or kayak off the roof rack without pain and he is now able to do so.

Now that his shoulder pain has subsided we have been focusing on relaxing soft tissue work and CST, or what I call the “massage cranio sandwich”. I work his back, legs, neck and arms using a combination of Swedish and neuromuscular massage, then we do a solid hour of CST. This modality is so relaxing he often falls asleep.

Better sleep, less musculoskeletal pain, improved joint function, better quality of life… Sound good? Call or email Anne to find out how her Movement + massage program can help you!

Anne McCranie is a Portland (Sellwood), Oregon based personal trainer and licensed massage therapist. She offers customized programs to build strength, reduce pain and lower stress. Contact her today for a complimentary consultation. (503) 705-4762

African Curried Cauliflower Recipe

April 6, 2016July 3, 2025Anne

Like other cruciferous vegetables, cauliflower is an excellent source of phytonutrients and enzymes as well as vitamins C, K, B5, B6, folate fiber and omega-3 fatty acids. All great reasons to add this hearty veggie to your diet. Try this curried baked version and let me know what you think in the comments below.

African Curried Cauliflower

Ingredients:

1 head of cauliflower, chopped into bite sized pieces and rinsed
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
1 Tbsp curry powder
1 Tbsp caraway seeds
2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
2 tsp sea salt

Directions:

Preheat oven to 450.
Toss cauliflower with olive oil, curry powder, caraway seeds, red pepper and salt.
Spread cauliflower mixture out in a single layer on baking sheet.
Roast cauliflower until cooked through and the edges are a little charred – about 20 to 30 minutes.

Anne McCranie is a Portland (Sellwood), Oregon based personal trainer and licensed massage therapist. She offers this recipe to tickle your taste buds. Please see your medical professional for specific dietary advice.

April Five Exercises For Core Strength, Balance

April 6, 2016July 3, 2025Anne

I was in Astoria last weekend and the weather was so nice we were able to do a photo shoot on the beach! Here are your April Five. For full written descriptions of these moves click here. Could you do one minute of these exercises every day this week?

Warrior II:

Leg Pull Back:

Swan Dive:

Double Leg Kick:

Rolling Like a Ball:

Anne McCranie is a Portland (Sellwood), Oregon based personal trainer and licensed massage therapist. She offers these photos to remind you of the work you have done with her. Please see your medical professional prior to beginning a new exercise program.

April Five Exercises For Core Strength, Back Extension, and Standing Balance

April 2, 2016July 3, 2025Anne

The April Five

Here are photos of this month’s moves. Click here to see full descriptions of these exercises. Could you do one minute of each of these today?

1) Warrior II:

2) Leg Pull Back:

3) Swan Dive:

4) Double Leg Kick:

5) Rolling Like A Ball:

Anne McCranie is a Portland (Sellwood), Oregon based Personal Trainer and Licensed Massage Therapist. She offers these photos to remind you of the work you have done with her in a private training session or class. Please see your medical professional prior to beginning a new exercise program.

Healthy Feet Workshop At Sellwood Yoga Saturday April 9th

March 31, 2016July 3, 2025anne

Do you (or does someone you love) suffer from bunions, plantar fasciitis, heel pain, hammer toes, or chronic foot pain? Sign up now for Anne’s Healthy Feet Workshop Saturday April 9th.

Learn about the importance of walking barefoot, and being able to spread your toes.

Includes a discussion of basic foot anatomy and healthy shoe options (can you guess the number one recommendation Anne gives when shoe shopping?), foot strength and flexibility program, and myofascial release work. Anne will take you through a simple home exercise routine to keep your feet pain free.

Anne will also have Correct Toes, toe socks, balls and therabands available for purchase.

Who: You (and your foot enthusiast friends).
What: Basic foot anatomy, a healthy shoe guide, and a self care program to keep you pain free.
When: Saturday April 9th, 1:30 – 3 pm.
Where: Sellwood Yoga – 7970 S.E. 13th Ave, Portland, Or.
Why: to have happy feet!
How much: $25 advance, $30 day of.
How do I sign up? Click this link or go to Sellwood Yoga’s website.

You will benefit from this class if you have healthy or unhealthy (inflamed, painful, bunions, arch or toe issues) feet. And as I have seen first hand it is never too late to improve the condition of your feet!

Anne McCranie is a Portland (Sellwood), Oregon based Personal Trainer and Licensed Massage Therapist. She offers one on one training and small group classes both at Sellwood Yoga and her studio on Clatsop Street. Call her to set up your complimentary consultation (503) 705-4762.