Your rib flare might not actually be a rib problem. Sometimes, your ribs are simply finding extra movement because your spine isn’t giving you enough. If your thoracic spine feels restricted when you rotate, extend, flex, or bend sideways, your body has to find that movement somewhere. And yo

If you’re noticing that line across your upper abdomen, constantly gripping through your upper abs, or feeling like your ribs and pelvis never quite stack, this is for you. We’re not trying to “fix” your body or force your abs to relax. We’re teaching your body that it has more options. First

It doesn’t automatically mean something is “wrong.” Sometimes improving how you control the femur within the socket and getting stronger in those positions can help movement feel more comfortable and less “poppy” . . . . #HipMobility #HipCARs #MobilityTraining #MovementIsMedicine

Let’s talk hypopressives. For a long time, my understanding was limited to apneas and knowing that hypopressives are commonly used in postpartum care in places like France. My postnatal certification sparked my curiosity, but I still felt like I was missing the bigger picture… especially when it

One of the biggest misconceptions in fitness is that better posture comes from holding yourself “straighter.” Our bodies were designed to move, shift, rotate, bend, and adapt not stay frozen in one position. When I ask someone to shift their pelvis, sometimes their knees buckle, their ribs po

For so long, I thought every little change in my chin or neck line was just something I had to accept or try to “fix” through weight loss. Realizing how much daily tension, breathing habits, and posture actually play a role shifted my entire perspective. It’s not about perfection or quick fixes it’

Switching it up a bit today 🤟🏼 . . . #halfmarathontraining #10miles #metaglasses #hoka #salomon

DIRECTIONS FOR BREATHWORK: •Close mouth (no clenching teeth) •Slowly inhale through nose expand those ribs slowly •Slowly exhale out of mouth through pursed lips as if blowing into a straw try to empty all that air out if you’re struggling try making a slow “HAAA” sound or slow “Shhhh” sound

I kept seeing vibration plates all over my feed and honestly… I wasn’t convinced. Then I tried my sister’s. After that, I knew I needed one. If you watch this video, you’ll see quick little clips of what my life actually looks like: It’s loud, It’s messy. It’s kids, constant interruptions,

You’re probably thinking… what the heck does this have to do with a rib flare? 👀 A lot more than you’d think. Your body doesn’t work in isolated parts. The hips, pelvis, pelvic floor, diaphragm, and rib cage all influence each other. When the hips and pelvis lack mobility, your body may ha

this is not a fix-it-all. Rib flare is influenced by the whole body mobility, strength, breathing, and control all play a role. It’s not always about your abs needing more work. Your body just may be finding stability somewhere else. For example… You reach overhead to put dishes away, b

Ab exercises are amazing… and I personally love these movements. 🤍 But will they fix YOUR gap? The answer is… it depends. Diastasis isn’t a one-size-fits-all situation. It can look different depending on where your separation is (upper, lower, around the belly button, or full length), how

Pilates by cat is that girl 🤍 and just to clarify this was MY experience with this movement. Not every exercise is a “lower pooch” “fupa” or “deep core” exercise the only exercises that are, are the ones YOU can control and execute well! If exercises are hard for you start with your BREATH! 360 inh

Your head position influences your neck, your neck influences your spine, your spine influences your rib cage, and your breathing mechanics can change along the way. Your body is always trying to find a way to keep you upright and moving. Sometimes that means creating compensations somewhere els

The @Merach fitness NovaRow R50 Pro is linked in my bio. Use code R50PROANGELICA to save. Everyone wants to blame “back fat.” But sometimes what you’re seeing is also a reflection of how you’re moving. If your upper body is doing all the work while your legs and trunk aren’t contributing e

Paradoxical breathing vs. 360 breathing 👇 Paradoxical breathing often looks like: ❌ Chest breathing ❌ Belly pulling inward when you inhale ❌ Poor diaphragm function ❌ Reduced core support ❌ Increased neck and shoulder tension VS. 360 breathing: ✅ Rib cage expands front, sides, an

The @Merach fitness NovaRow R50 Pro is linked in my bio. Use code R50PROANGELICA to save. What if the biggest thing limiting your workouts isn’t your effort… it’s that you can’t actually see how you’re producing force? That’s why I’ve been testing the Merach NovaRow R50 Pro Air Rower. The rea

Knee mobility is one of those things that gets overlooked… until your body starts compensating. When your knees don’t have the mobility or strength to move through a full range, your body has to find that motion somewhere else. That can influence everything up the chain including your hips, pelv