This Blog and Infographic will review tonic reflexes, their significance if the reflex persists beyond the typical age range, and the possible impact on a child’s functioning and role performance. Last but not least, this blog will suggest therapeutic interventions that are known to help inhibit the activation of tonic reflexes and advance postural control as a foundation for optimal functioning.
Free Download! Please follow my page for updates on new products!!Wallball is a fun activity for students of all ability levels and a great activity for Physical Education! This download includes specific rules modified for indoor or outdoor play, equipment needs, set up, a brief intro to Wallball i...
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Your baby is growing up quickly and is having a whale of a time making discoveries and exploring new things. Of course, your excitement to knows no bounds. However, for your child to master important motor skills, it’s vital that she has good bilateral coordination.
Interoception is the awareness of bodily sensations. It is the sense of knowing the internal condition of your body. I explain what the 8th sensory system is and how it works below.
Perfect for re-charging and re-focusing, these 10 great Youtube videos will get your kids moving and grooving as they cross that all important midline. Great for brain breaks at school or at home.
Understanding your menstrual health can give you a better idea of your health as a whole. It can also help you if you plan to someday become pregnant.
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VEGETABLES & FRUIT PLANT ANIMAL SUPERFOODS Pairing grains with legumes provides a complete protein. Try soaking or sprouting for easier digestion. A diverse, whole-food diet is a colorful diet. Focus on first filling your plate with a variety of fruits & vegetables, followed by animal or plant pr
This week I’ve fielded the same question from a few families and therapists who have emailed me about kids who do not initiate. Remember that initiating means that a child takes the lead in an interaction or conversation. Initiating is important for language development because none of us can depend on other people to read our…
Arm Workout For Women If your arms make you self-conscious, then you are going to love this arm workout for women. It's quick, easy and works. There are a few reasons why this arm workout perfect for women. Why this Arm Workout is Perfect For Women First, I designed this workout specifically to help women tighten and tone their arms while burning fat, and avoiding bulk. Over the course of my training career, I've found that women was tight, toned arms that don't feel soft and flabby but they also don't want arms that aren't too big and
What to do for Biters! If your child is a biter or a sucker, get these tips to help you out at home!
New Beginner Flexibility Program If one of your dance goals is to improve your flexibility, this beginner flexibility program is a great place to start! Improve your turnout and extension with a combination of static and dynamic stretches, plus complementary strengthening exercises. This program is aimed at dancers, but anyone can benefit from increased range
This interview with ICU Occupational Therapist Abby Lefkove, OTR/L, takes a deep dive into what it's like to work as an OT in the ICU.
That’s right… HOW to plan your work outs around your menstrual cycle. Today, I am going to tell you which specific work outs align with the distinct phases of your cycle, hormones, and energy levels.
So you know the benefits of yoga and you want to start a practice. But with all the different forms of yoga out there, things can get a bit confusing as a beginner yogi! Different yoga styles suit different people... which is why I've summarised 8 common types of yoga and their benefits.
This leading scoliosis treatment expert shares 8 ways yoga can be an effective at reversing scoliosis curves and help to reduce pain.
Need a quick brain break in the classroom or burn off some excess energy before homework? Try this no-prep, pumpkin workout! Can you complete each exercise for the letters in the word P-U-M-P-K-I-N? P is for 10 push ups. U is for 10 up and down squats. M is for marching in place for 30 seconds. P is for plank position for 10 seconds. K is for kick your legs for 30 seconds. I is for invent an exercise. N is for ninety seconds of running in place. DOWNLOAD the Pumpkin Workout. The Pumpkin Workout is from this Pumpkin Packet that includes 11 no-prep, FUN activities to get children practicing fine motor, gross motor and visual perceptual skills. This packet is great for brain breaks, indoor recess, classroom party and more! The Pumpkin Packet download includes the following: Roll a Pumpkin #1 and #2 – roll a die to create different pumpkin faces Pumpkin Workout – an acrostic poem for physical activity Pumpkin Brain Breaks – roll a die and get moving Pumpkin Ball Challenge – exercise ball activities Pumpkin Poses – animal yoga poses Pumpkin Patch – fine motor and visual motor game Pumpkin Match Up – fine motor, finger strengthening and visual memory game Design Your Own Pumpkin – visual motor activity Pumpkin Zentangle Coloring Page Jack O Lantern Challenge Maze Pumpkin Maze FIND OUT MORE INFORMATION. The post Pumpkin Workout and Brain Break appeared first on Your Therapy Source.
Relieve achy shoulders with these easy moves to fix bad posture.
Rev Up Your Metabolism with These 10 Fat-Burning Stretches You Can Do Anywhere!
An outline of my lesson plan for the first day of school in my Physical Education Classes.
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Can a Christian participate in Yoga? Find out more about Holy Yoga here by Revisiting Yoga And Holy Yoga. Renew your mind, body and soul!
