Sign Up Today For The Sellwood 5K!

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The Sellwood Middle School Run/Walk for Education is coming up Sunday, October 19th.

Fluid Movement + Massage is a proud sponsor of this year’s Sellwood 5K!

This amazing community event supports our local Middle School raising funds for teaching and staffing positions. The school is two blocks from Fluid World Headquarters, in fact I can often hear the marimba band playing while I eat lunch. The proceeds from this event go to programs like the marching band, the marimba band, and art classes. This community race will start and end at Sellwood Middle School and loop through the beautiful Springwater Corridor.

I will be running along with a few clients and friends. Join me!

Register here right now to get in on all the fun! Visit the facebook page for additional information.

Questions? Please contact Kathy Hart hartomatic@aol.com

Case Study – Natural Pain Relief For Bunions

“For the first time in the past eight years I can walk long distances (8-10) miles without nerve pain in my right foot.”

Susan toes May 2013

Do you suffer from bunions, hammer toes, plantar fasciitis or other painful foot ailments? Did you know there are natural, non invasive alternatives to surgery? Check out this success story…

Susan has received monthly massages from me for the past two years. When I first met her she suffered from debilitating foot pain due to bunions. She was not interested in the traditional medical solution which includes surgery and a long recovery period that would require her to be off her feet for weeks. In April of 2012 she purchased Correct Toes from me and started wearing them for a few minutes a day.

foot care offer Dec 2013

In three months she worked her way up to at least a half hour a day, usually wearing them on her daily walks.

Now for the first time in her adult life there is space between her big toe and second toe. She has improved her foot health and decreased her pain to the extent that she was able to hike long distances on her recent trip to Europe.

Susan A feet after 6.14

 

Here is a more recent photo of her feet in July of 2014. Notice the difference? More space between her big toe and second toe and, especially the foot on the left, her big toe points straight forward instead of to the side. Plus her bunion is much less pronounced.

Susan feet 7.14

What can the combination of soft tissue work, strength and flexibility work, and toe separators like Correct Toes do for you? Call Anne to find out (503) 705-4762

 

Anne McCranie is a Portland (Sellwood), Oregon based Personal Trainer and Licensed Massage Therapist. She works with her clients one on one and in small groups using a combination of movement + massage to aid in pain relief and increase mobility. She sells Correct Toes, Yoga pads, Swiss balls, therabands, and other tools to help you build strength and flexibility at home.

Fluid Wellness Challenge Starts September 22nd, 2014

What a super response from you all! Already half of the spots are filled for this challenge! If you would like to be part of this contact Anne A.S.A.P.

Registration closes Sunday September 21st.

Did you pop out of bed like a piece of toast this morning or hit the snooze button until the very last minute? Are you able to enjoy the activities you once did or are aches and pains holding you back? How would you like to wake up every day free of joint pain, mental fatigue, and stress?

You are invited to join us this month for Fluid’s Wellness Challenge!

  • What: Four week challenge. Weekly assignments that include simple mindfulness, nutrition, and fitness activities.
  • Who: You! And your Fluid family. This contest is open to anyone, client of mine or not. Limited to 30 participants max, split into two groups.
  • How: Get your $10 cash in Anne’s hands by Sunday Sept 21st. This enters you into the contest. Anne sends you weekly assignments, and you log your points. At the end of the month the group with the most total points wins! Winners announced at the party on October 26th.
  • When: Contest runs September 22nd to October 20th.
  • Where: Anywhere! You can compete even if you are traveling this month.
  • Why: To look and feel your best. To wake up pain free. To again enjoy the activities you once loved. To get out of your rut. To win cold hard cash!

What exactly are you getting into? Here is a preview of week one:

1) Walk for ten minutes a day

2) Sit quietly for five minutes a day

3) Keep a daily food journal

Still have questions? Contact me. I am so excited for you to join me on this journey!

Remember you have to be in it to win it! You must register with Anne by September 21st.

 

Anne McCranie is a Portland (Sellwood) Oregon based Personal Trainer, and Licensed Massage Therapist. She offers private sessions, Pilates and Yoga classes and seasonal group activities.

Contact her today for your complimentary consultation. (503) 705-4762

 

 

 

Roasted Tomato Basil Soup

Does your kitchen counter look like this?

 

tomatoes

Three clients brought me tomatoes and cukes this week – thanks ladies! I also had a volunteer tomato plant pop up in my new back yard. I completely ignored it and it is loaded with red tomatoes right now – go figure.

If your friends and neighbors have started running the other direction when you show up with bags of tomatoes never fear! I have a delicious tomato soup recipe for you courtesy of Ina Garten. At least twice a month I make this whole roasted chicken recipe of hers in the crock pot. Love the Barefoot Contessa!

For this tomato soup you roast your tomatoes in the oven, throw in a jar of canned tomatoes, fresh basil and chicken stock. The ingredients are all easily sourced at your local market or grocery store. This recipe is so easy even the kids can help. Click here for the link to Ina’s Roasted Tomato Basil Soup recipe, including a video, and let me know how your soup turns out.

And yes please do continue to bring me your tomatoes. I will make soup.

Pup Creek Falls Hike Sunday August 31st, 2014

Can you feel the days getting shorter and the nights cooler? Anybody else feeling the urge to get out while the getting is good?

Join us for an end of summer hike to Pup Creek Falls this Sunday August 31st. We are carpooling, leaving from Sellwood at 10 am (more info below).

Our last hike to Opal Creek in June was delightful despite getting sprinkled on. Here are some photos.

opal creek waterfall

We walked along the creek for part the hike and were surrounded by towering old growth Douglas Firs.

opal creek trees

 

opal creek waterfall big

This Sunday we head southeast to Clackamas county. This will be my first time to Pup Creek Falls. An out and back, we will take the Clackamas River Trail about 3.5 miles to the waterfall, then turn around. The total distance will be 7 + miles. We will move at a fairly leisurely pace and take plenty of rest and snack breaks.

Call Anne for more info. (503) 705-4762.

Anne McCranie is a Portland (Sellwood) Oregon personal trainer and licensed massage therapist. She loves to explore our bounty of beauty here in the Pacific Northwest. Before heading out please familiarize yourself with this hike and take full responsibility for your safety and comfort. Click here for REI’s “hiker’s ten essentials”. Prepare yourself with water and snacks, dress in layers, and wear appropriate footwear.