In today’s Wellness 101 we bring you Rolfing…
Have you heard of Rolfing? Do you know what it is? For years I’ve heard this term tossed around, and I finally decided to investigate. Rolfing is a lot more involved than I expected, and, boy, does it sound amazing!
Rolfing is a technique that actually changes the structure of the body, bringing it into balance in relation to gravity. Over time, as our connective tissues tighten up in various ways, our muscles become restricted from functioning properly. We can end up with poor posture, difficulty in movement, and even injury. Through hands-on manipulation by a certified Rolfer, our connective tissue can be loosened and lengthened to bring our bodies back into proper alignment, thus freeing our bodies to move naturally and effortlessly.
A Rolfer literally stretches the tissues of the body, most often in a series of 10 sessions (a.k.a. the “10 series”). Each session focuses on a different area of the body in a specific order to bring harmony to the body and to produce optimal results. When Rolfing was first practiced, the manipulation was sometimes found to be painful, but over the past 50 years practitioners have found many ways to create a gentle, comfortable approach.
The benefits of Rolfing are far and wide. Rolfing enhances posture, vitality, and well-being. It can ease pain and chronic stress. It improves ease of movement and performance. It also provides an excellent foundation for and complement to other activities such as dance, yoga, and pilates.
If you’re interested in enhancing your vitality, easing chronic pain, or improving your posture, get your “10 series” on with a certified Rolfer now!
~Kristen Kancler
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