Barbara Jean Conti Structural Integration

A review of more than 200 published studies on touch therapies confirmed that healthy touch reduces pain, depression, and anxiety in adults. Book a session of therapeutic body work with Barbara and begin to experience the benefits!

Don't just take my word on the benefits of Rolfing®! Long-time Minnesota Rolfer® Briah Anson writes about the theory, practice, and benefits of this work for the Associated Bodywork and Massage Professionals blog. https://www.abmp.com/updates/blog-posts/rolfing-structural-integration-empower-yourself-and-your-clients

If you have low back pain, try a walking routine! A study published this month in The Lancet followed participants for 1 to 3 years. The walkers went almost twice as long between episodes of back pain as the control group.

Walking brings huge benefits for low back pain Adults with a history of low back pain went nearly twice as long without a recurrence of their back pain if they walked regularly, a world-first study has found.

I have had an office in Northeast Minneapolis since I started my Rolfing® Structural Integration practice. It's a great neighborhood! Next weekend (May 17-19) is Art-A-Whirl in NE. It's a wonderful opportunity to see and support local artists and enjoy all that NE has to offer!

NEMAA - Northeast Minneapolis Arts Association The NEMAA Online Shop has thousands of artworks by hundreds of member artists, with shipping and curbside pick-up options.

Open during construction! Please plan extra time to get to your appointment and park. East Hennepin Ave. and 1st Street are under construction through the summer.

Hennepin and First roadway improvements Improvements along Hennepin and First avenues (County Road 52) in Minneapolis.

The first day of spring is almost here. Get ready for your favorite outdoor exercise with a session of Rolfing!

I am now a member of the Dr. Ida Rolf Institute (DIRI). I (and you) can call my work Rolfing® and say that I am a Rolfer®. I am grateful for all I learned from the Guild for Structural Integration. I appreciate that before the Guild closed, it provided the opportunity to join DIRI for its graduates.

You can lower stress and improve sleep by modifying your breathing pattern. Try one of the methods in this article and see what works for you.

Go ahead and sigh. It's good for you | CNN Sighing is often associated with sadness or frustration, but it’s actually good for you. Here’s why.

Many people use the start of the year to make a fresh start on healthy habits. Improve your chances of success with these tips from UC Davis.

7 tips to keep your New Year’s resolution Many of us make New Year's resolutions, but often fail to fully reach our goals. Our experts have seven tips to help you stick with your resolutions and set yourself up for success.

Is your week so busy that exercise is tough to squeeze in? A recent study shows walking 8,000 steps just 1 or 2 days a week results in significant health benefits.

Walking 8,000 steps 1-2 days a week linked to major health benefits A study found hitting the 8,000-step goal just one to two days per week is still associated with a significant reduction in all-cause and cardiovascular mortality.

Ida Rolf was ahead of her time by emphasizing the importance of fascia in the body. Curious? Learn more about fascia from this article.

Fascia, Your Body’s Fashionable “New” Organ | Evolution News It’s not often that a new functional organ is found in the human body, considering that everything has been dissected and drawn for centuries.

In early summer of 2022, I broke my ankle. I continue to focus on balance exercises to reduce the risk of another ankle injury or fall. Here are several balance exercises from Harvard Health.

Finding balance: 3 simple exercises to steady your steps - Harvard Health Being able to maintain balance is crucial to performing everyday activities. As people get older, systems in the body that help maintain balance aren't as responsive as when they were younge...

Do you get enough rest? "Rest is not idleness, and to lie sometimes on the grass under trees on a summer's day, listening to the murmur of the water, or watching the clouds float across the sky, is by no means a waste of time." ― John Lubbock

Break the Stress Cycle: Learn About the Benefits of Resting - Ask The Scientists Don’t get caught in the grind: Learn to harness the benefits of resting in your day-to-day life with helpful relaxation techniques.

Integration occurs when your body’s structure is working together in a more optimal way, providing ease of movement.

"Structural Integration is personalized bodywork that meets each person where they are." - Jean Louise Green

May is mental health month. Take care of yourself.

Adult mental health / Minnesota Department of Human Services Information on health care for people with mental illness

BJCSI Updates: I have changed my scheduling app to PocketSuite. I hope you will find it works well for managing your appointments. In addition, I have increased my rates for the 10-series of Structural Integration and SI spot work sessions. Rates remain the same for CST, Scar Work and Three Heart Balancing.

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If you are feeling overwhelmed, even a brief break can help your nervous system reset. This article offers a range of ideas. Why not pick one to try this week? Take care.

Pouring from an empty cup? Three ways to refill emotionally - Harvard Health Burnout — whatever the cause — can lead to depression and anxiety, and affect your relationships and ability to function. But it's possible to replenish your energy and enjoy...

Therapeutic bodywork can help alleviate back pain. Even better, there are simple steps you can take during the day to prevent it. Try these tips and notice the difference.

6 everyday ways to keep back pain at bay | CNN Our bodies need adequate movement throughout the day to keep joints mobile and blood circulating through our muscles. This is especially true for spinal vertebrae and back muscles. So if you suffer from back pain, read on for six everyday fixes.

A friend complained to me about their poor sleep, and then they had a cup of regular coffee after dinner. Whoops. Good sleep hygiene will help prepare your body for sleep by avoiding disruptions like caffeine too close to bedtime.

What Is Sleep Hygiene? | Sleep Foundation Looking for ways to sleep better? Improving sleep hygiene can make your habits, routines, & environment more conducive to consistent and restorative sleep.

Cold weather doesn't mean you have to cut back on being active. The American Heart Association has tips for outdoor and inside workouts.

How to Stay Active in Cold Weather When winter blows in, you can pull the blankets over your head and go back to sleep&mdash.

I feel thankful for the opportunity to work with so many wonderful clients. I appreciate their interest in therapeutic bodywork to help manage stress, reduce pain, and maintain wellness.

We have lovely weather for getting outdoors. Get even more benefit from a walk by using poles.

What Is Nordic Walking? Nordic walking is using fitness walking poles to give you a better workout. You get an upper body workout and burn more calories per mile.

I went for a wonderful walk today at Lebanon Hills in Eagan. For more ideas for places to enjoy the season with a hike, see this list from Minnesota Trails.

14 Fall Hikes Near the Twin Cities These wonderful fall hikes are all within an hour (or so) of the Twin Cities and make for a quick getaway when the weather is nice.

The season will soon be changing. Help yourself prepare for fall activities with a session of therapeutic bodywork!

A friend recently shared this Ted Talk by Holocaust survivor Eddie Jaku - I recommend it.
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Are you looking for ideas to manage stress or want to improve your overall well-being? I recommend an app from the University of Wisconsin that I have found to be helpful.

The website says: "With a combination of podcast-style lessons and both seated and active meditations, you’ll learn what the science says about the brain while developing skills to tap into these learnings for a healthier, happier you."

https://hminnovations.org/meditation-app

Try Our Free App for Guided, Mindful Meditation | Healthy Minds Innovations Powered by science, funded by donation – no paywalls. Choose from active or seated meditation practices, ranging from five to 30 minutes long. Download the app now!

A recent client says: "Barbara has a calming presence coupled with vast experience and knowledge about the interconnectedness of the body. I am grateful for the mobility I've gained from her work, as well as the lasting sense of peace I receive after visiting."

Book now to experience these benefits yourself.

I see quite a few clients with shoulder concerns. This article gives tips to help keep your shoulders healthy, whatever your age.

5 Expert Tips to Avoid Shoulder Injuries as You Age These injuries are common among people 50-plus due to age-related changes to the joint and overuse from work and recreation. Keep your shoulder safe.

Do you want to stay healthy and active over time? This blog post from Harvard Health gives movement, eating, and sleep goals for the week.

If you're currently not very active, check with your doctor and plan to start with small changes. Maybe try 5-10 minutes of walking on 3 days per week. Build up the amount and intensity of exercise gradually.

How to stay strong and coordinated as you age - Harvard Health Many physical abilities decline with age, along with changes that occur in coordinating the movements of the body. One of the most significant causes of this decline is reduced physical activity. I...