May 13, 2012 | Science of Movement
Hi Jesse, I wanted to get your opinion about using the foam roller on the IT band with a firm roller. My understanding is that you can certainly massage and gently stretch the IT band, but it is supposed to be taut because it helps to support the lateral leg muscles.... read more
Apr 29, 2012 | Exercise Pain Free Future
Questions I get from regular people… Hi there Jesse! First off, thank you for the great resources that you have provided in your blog. It is almost exactly what I’ve been looking for. I have been wearing vibram five fingers as my daily shoe now for about 3... read more
Mar 5, 2012 | Exercise Pain Free Future
Pain sucks. Like a leech. It literally sucks your energy. It will drain you. What were once simple and enjoyable tasks, become tedious and hard. Pain will leave you unfulfilled with life. Pain is a wrecking ball. It wreaks havoc and leaves destruction in its wake.... read more
Feb 27, 2012 | Exercise Pain Free Future
I want to return to the discussion of minimalist or barefoot walking and running to stress a point about transitioning to minimalist or barefoot shoes and the process of changing one’s walking and running form. There are many runners who transition way too quickly.... read more
Feb 19, 2012 | Exercise Pain Free Future
This post is a response to an email I received this past week. Hi Jesse, I found you on Facebook’s Barefoot Running group discussion about stress fractures and would like to seek your advice. I am waiting for my appointment with a Sports Medical Doctor. In the... read more
Jan 30, 2012 | Exercise Pain Free Future
Some of the best inspiration that I get comes directly from my clients. Since I started writing this blog six months ago, the amount of back and forth with my readers – you – has grown. This communication has been incredibly useful and has helped me grow... read more
Jan 15, 2012 | Exercise Pain Free Future
Last week I posted a six week program to help you slowly transition towards minimalist/barefoot walking and, ultimately, running. This weeks post is a 12 week program to slowly transition you into minimalist/barefoot running in a way that minimizes pain and injury,... read more
Jan 9, 2012 | Exercise Pain Free Future
I got a phone call from a friend last week asking me about minimalist running. This is what she said: “I want to run. I feel great when I run. But every time I try to start back up with running, after a few weeks, my calves are killing me. I take a break that ends... read more
Jan 2, 2012 | Exercise Pain Free Future
This week’s post is from a very special client of mine. Maria epitomizes everything I love about the work I do. Over the past six months, I have witnessed her move forward through severe, debilitating pain. Each step of the way she felt better and moved better.... read more
Dec 4, 2011 | Exercise Pain Free Future
It’s when times are the toughest that everything seems to fly out the door – your priorities, your health, your wellness, and your waistline. Well, the Holiday Season is now in full swing. Between the shopping, parties, family, travel, and food, Food,... read more
Nov 28, 2011 | Exercise Pain Free Future
Another Thanksgiving holiday has come and gone and what was once a beautifully roasted turkey has become the base for this week’s sandwiches. And yes, Christmas shopping season has officially begun. If you’re anything like me, the availability of ridiculous... read more
Nov 7, 2011 | Exercise Pain Free Future
It is time to change my story. It is not easy for me to admit this, but I have weaknesses. Quite a few of them. Maybe you haven’t noticed, since I do a pretty good job upholding an image of “Strength.” But it is only a facade. I keep it in place to protect myself... read more
