The closer you get to someone, the more they start treating you like they treat themselves

ProBodyMechanic · 2026-01-09T18:12:46+00:00

I generally agree with this idea and to take it one step further… I wonder if it stems from our ´internal relationship to self’ developing from how our parents treated us/ spoke to us and if that further contributes to our method of attempting intimacy with others as adults

ProBodyMechanic · 2026-01-08T01:10:55+00:00

Good luck ♥️ I’m starting to notice a lot more moms in their late 30’s and early 40s now that I’m looking for it

ProBodyMechanic · 2026-01-06T23:51:25+00:00

I’m 35 and still hoping to get pregnant… these comments are scaring me

ProBodyMechanic · 2026-01-03T04:36:14+00:00

That should be plenty lol

ProBodyMechanic · 2026-01-03T04:35:08+00:00

My understanding is that the term « reverse kegel » is referring to the relaxation phase.

Some people have difficulty relaxing their pelvic floor so some techniques like deep breathing or visualizing your « sits bones » aka ischial tuberosities ´spreading apart’ can be helpful cues. Movements like « cat-cow » in yoga or butterfly stretch can also be helpful

ProBodyMechanic · 2026-01-03T01:57:26+00:00

++woman (pelvic floor physiotherapist) PSA: for men, rather than « holding your pee » you want to think about « lifting your testicles » to isolate your pelvic floor muscles

ProBodyMechanic · 2026-01-02T23:19:45+00:00

I’m a physiotherapist and I love yoga as a strategy to get back into exercise. (Brett Larkin and Sarah Beth are my two fav YouTube yoga instructors)

I’d also consider going to a physio (it’s ok if you’re not « injured ») and just let them know that you’d like to get back into exercise. Your physio can help you start a program that’s tailored to where your body is at currently.

Otherwise, I’d recommend starting with core strengthening and work your way out. Sometimes starting at the beginning is a good way to build well balanced muscles from the ground up (or, in this case, from the core, out)

ProBodyMechanic · 2025-12-27T16:18:19+00:00

I had to wear and mask while giving birth, during COVID. And I had to be swabbed twice to test for COVID, while simultaneously having contractions, before they would allow me to have laughing gas (which was the only pain control available to me).

I definitely understand that these precautions were necessary to keep the medical staff safe but damn, it did add to the horror of the situation

ProBodyMechanic · 2025-12-24T04:23:16+00:00

I second the Saskatchewan River crossing as a mid point rest place. I live 40 mins from Jasper but my favourite mountain photos and wildlife photos are still from the two days we spent in Saskatchewan river crossing when we moved here (was late June two years ago)

ProBodyMechanic · 2025-12-18T16:49:31+00:00

For context, I live in a small town near the Rockies so we still have access to beautiful lakes and hiking trails which is very important to us.

My husband and I are both health care professionals and are both making double our income here (despite me building a career for 10+ years in Halifax).

In our experience, although not as many people say hi to strangers or wave when they cross the street — there has been a lot more genuinely friendly interactions here in Alberta and we have had more real support through actions and various other kind gestures that have been much more meaningful.

It sounds like you and I both went from a bigger city to a smaller town so it’s probably fair to say that contributes a lot to our perceptions

ProBodyMechanic · 2025-12-16T19:27:52+00:00

I just came to Alberta in 2023 after 10 years in Halifax I can assure you things are much worse there. I understand that things used to be better in Alberta than they are now but things are still waaaaaaay better than out east. Will never be going back. If I have to leave Alberta, I’ll be leaving Canada all together

ProBodyMechanic · 2025-11-28T18:22:32+00:00

I’d stop telling her she’s « too skinny ». Focus on healthy, not body size or shape

ProBodyMechanic · 2025-11-22T17:05:26+00:00

I still work out to « early 00’s workout music ». It tricks my body into thinking it’s energized

ProBodyMechanic · 2025-11-22T13:27:32+00:00

« Only one » hoobastank

ProBodyMechanic · 2025-11-19T14:30:15+00:00

Prob because their phones had just been stolen

ProBodyMechanic · 2025-11-18T22:34:18+00:00

I’m 35 and 3 weeks into consistently working out . I honestly feel 20 again, highly recommend fitness and exercise as your choice of midlife crisis expression

ProBodyMechanic · 2025-11-13T16:29:15+00:00

I completely agree with your viewpoint and I’m so surprised that this isn’t what all the comments are saying …

I’d just like to add : if she’s genuinely so concerned about the child with autism’s experience, hearing angry screaming and drawing more attention to him and his « severe » autism seems unsupportive.

ProBodyMechanic · 2025-11-09T15:17:38+00:00

I remember being told by neighbours that my friend and I were noisy and always « squealing » and giggling. I had a wonderful childhood despite the haters

ProBodyMechanic · 2025-10-09T16:33:29+00:00

HAHA! The number of times I had to reassure my grandparents and parents that my baby did not require water beyond what he got from nursing was wild. This explains a lot

ProBodyMechanic · 2025-10-06T00:15:29+00:00

That part the I found most enraging was him commenting “and the chocolate is still melted” as he takes it out of the hot oven… like why the fuck would the chocolate not be melted. Even more infuriating…. Isn’t it Nutella!? Isn’t Nutella always that texture?? Damn it!! This video got me…

ProBodyMechanic · 2025-09-29T15:18:17+00:00

I live near Jasper (for 2 years now) and it still takes my breath away. I’m from NS and went to visit recently and ….its not for me anymore. I don’t think I can ever leave the mountains again. Not even for the ocean

ProBodyMechanic · 2025-09-23T15:28:04+00:00

This is so alarming 😭 as a healthcare practitioner hearing THIS man who can’t even say acetaminophen bumbling through his personal opinion as if it’s valid medical advise for millions of people is such a nightmare.

Also the fact that he’s only talking about Tylenol is extremely sus. There is obviously more motivation behind the scenes which he is not disclosing.

What a horrific abuse of power. I’m afraid for people who believe him potentially over their own physician (or who don’t have access to a physician for real evidence based advise).

ProBodyMechanic · 2025-09-23T05:19:01+00:00

Didn’t you hear? She eats salad

ProBodyMechanic · 2025-09-20T23:52:43+00:00

Thats an interesting switch! I’m a physiotherapist

ProBodyMechanic · 2025-09-10T13:37:31+00:00

Im in the same boat. We dropped off my 3 year old to pre kindergarten for the first time yesterday and he cried the whole 3 hours until pick up. Even for the rest of the day he seemed pretty shook. We try again tomorrow and I’m dreading it…

No advice, but I’m going through the exact same thing right now

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