Posts by jfpbase
Massage in a Time of COVID-19? A Panel Discussion unpacking “Do No Harm” during the Pandemic
Watch or listen to today’s episode right here or listen on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever you normally find to your podcasts. Listen to “Massage in a Time of COVID-19?” on Spreaker. A quick note: Many times I sign off with “enjoy each new challenge that comes your way. Well for this episode, my greatest…
Read MoreOpen Communication: A Candid Conversation on Race, Bias and Cultural Competency
Watch or listen to today’s episode right here or listen on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever you normally find to your podcasts. Listen to “Open Communication: A Candid Conversation about Race, Bias and Cultural Competency” on Spreaker. On the anniversary of our co-authored blog post on misconceptions surrounding modesty and the muslim faith in regards…
Read MoreRace, Diversity and Cultural Competency Resources for Massage Therapists
On June 2nd, I participated in #BlackOutTuesday by pausing my business social media pages to take time to reflect. I spent this time pulling together resources I can review as a massage therapist. I appreciated this time to look inward… to examine what I can to do better in my life, for my career, for…
Read MoreNoVA Weekend Warriors – Ask an Epidemiologist with Dr. Recinda Sherman
Watch the interview here or listen on your favorite podcast player. Overview: In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Recinda Sherman, an epidemiologist, to discuss some critical questions for complementary health, wellness and fitness professions to consider. (Time stamp to individual questions listed below). Recording Date: 5/24/2020 Please note today’s discussion focuses only on…
Read MoreNoVA Weekend Warriors on HCTV Episode 9: Intro to Indoor Cycling with Liz Kamp of New Trail Cycling
Watch this episode now right here or on Herndon Community Television (HCTV) On Demand. Special Note: Music and Lighting in the studio has been changed for purposes of recording. Sessions at New Trail typically offer lower lighting and a mix of popular music to encourage you to pedal to the beat. On episode 9 of…
Read MoreNoVA Weekend Warriors on HCTV Episode 8: Preventative Physical Therapy for Runners featuring Danny L
Watch this episode now right here or on Herndon Community Television (HCTV) On Demand. On episode 8 of NoVA Weekend Warriors on HCTV, Meg interviews Physical Therapist Danny Lehnert of Virginia Therapy and Fitness Center (VTFC) on the benefits of preventative physical therapy for runners and multi-sport athletes. Danny then takes Running Coach Jenlene Nowak…
Read MoreNoVA Weekend Warriors on HCTV Episode 7: White House to Light House – 343 Miles, 12 Runners, 3 Days
Watch this episode now right here or on Herndon Community Television (HCTV) On Demand. On episode 7 of NoVA Weekend Warriors on HCTV, Meg interviews the runners of the first White House to Light House relay #WH2LH, which was comprised of members of local running clubs including Trottin’ Oxen, Old Town Herndon Happy Hour Runners,…
Read MoreMy #AntiStockPhotos Massage Photo Shoot
[Important Update as of 3/20/2021: My #AntiStockPhoto massage photo shoot was completed in July 2019. While I strove for diversity, equity and inclusion, I realize now I missed the mark by not highlighting disabled people or people with disabilities. I continue to strive to be more inclusive and will be sure to address this with…
Read MoreWill Massage help my Post-Op Recovery from a Sports Injury?
When it comes to massage for recovery post-surgery, there are some claims you might read in articles that we used to think were true. But, various studies and scientific research has shown us otherwise. Here, I’ll break a few down by topic, discussing what we know, what we don’t and how each may or may…
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