A simple movement pattern that supports independence

Hello!
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This week’s new Real Moves for Real Life video is about something we often don’t practice enough:
Getting up off the ground.
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It sounds simple — until it suddenly doesn’t feel simple anymore.
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And with gardening season upon us, this movement pattern becomes even more important. Whether you’re planting flowers, pulling weeds, playing with grandchildren, or simply sitting on the grass for a few moments, confidence getting down and back up again matters.
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Here’s what I see all the time from a movement perspective:
Over the years, I’ve watched clients develop many different ways of getting up and down off the floor. Some strategies are quick. Some are cautious. Some involve furniture nearby. Some involve rolling, crawling, or carefully negotiating stiff knees, hips, wrists, or balance challenges.
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And honestly?
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That adaptability is part of being human.
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We work with the body we have today.
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But what’s also important to understand is this:
If we never practice these transitions, they can slowly start to feel unfamiliar, awkward, or even intimidating.
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Confidence decreases long before strength necessarily disappears.
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This video walks through the strategy I personally use with clients to help them get up off the ground, along with some of the key movement concepts that can make the process feel more manageable and supported.
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Together, we’ll explore a simple framework:
 Create your base
 Shift your weight
 Drive through the hips
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You don’t have to move perfectly.
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You don’t have to force yourself onto the floor if that doesn’t feel accessible right now.
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But it is worth staying curious about how your body moves through these everyday transitions — because these are real-life movements that support independence, confidence, and participation in the activities you enjoy.
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If this resonates, the new video is now available.

Watch the video!

Also — if you’re looking to build more confidence and support your walking this spring, registration is now open for my upcoming Take Your Walk to the Next Level: Intro to Nordic Walking workshop series starting June 3.​
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We’ll explore how poles can help with posture, balance, upper body engagement, and walking efficiency — all while getting outside and moving together.

Learn More About Nordic Walking

Have a wonderful week!
Lisa
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P.S. One small step still counts. Sometimes practicing getting up off the ground once or twice is enough to begin rebuilding confidence again.
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