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The walker. The pool. And the comeback.

8/24/2025

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​Over the years, I’ve been lucky enough not just to meet other parents through my kids, but also some of the grandparents. There’s something really special about those conversations—you get little glimpses into their lives, how they’re navigating grandparenthood, family events, and the everyday moments that matter most.

One grandmother I know—her grandson is a friend of my youngest—has stood out in my mind lately.

She’s always been a vibrant, active woman.

She loved walking, gardening, and swimming.

She was the type who could be found busy from sunup to sundown, keeping the household running and making it all look effortless.

But not long ago, she suffered a major back injury.

Her recovery was tough. She couldn’t do many of the things she once did without thinking. Even some daily activities and chores became impossible. Her husband had to take on everything around the house while she focused on healing.

For someone who had always been the one taking care of everyone else, this was a huge shift.

She began using a walker just to get around. I’d see her at sporting events, carefully making her way through the crowd—still determined to show up, but clearly in pain and moving with great effort.

Then, just the other day, I ran into her at the pool. And let me tell you—I was so happy to see her there.

She told me she had recently started swimming again, going with either her daughter or granddaughter for support. With a smile, she shared, “Last time I was here, I swam one full length of back crawl.”

I cheered for her.

One length might not sound like much to some people, but to her, it was a huge victory.

Her daughter chimed in, explaining that they were taking it slowly--just baby steps—to get her back to where she wants to be.

After seeing her at the pool, I offered to help her with Nordic walking poles once she feels ready. She agreed, saying she’ll reach out when the time is right.

That’s the heart of it, isn’t it?

We don’t need to do everything at once.

Progress happens in small, intentional steps.

It happens with support.

And it happens when we’re ready to say, “Okay—I’m ready for what’s next.”

And that’s exactly why I created Movement Rx.

It’s my signature virtual group program designed to help people move smarter, manage pain, and take those baby steps back toward strength and confidence.

If you missed my recent Move Smart, Feel Better webinar, you can catch the replay here.
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​Inside, I share the 3 biggest mistakes people make when managing pain—and how to avoid them—so you can keep moving forward.

And with Movement Rx about to start (September 9 to be exact!), this is the perfect time to watch and see if it might be your “next step.”

It’s all about how small adjustments—baby steps—can make a big difference in moving with less pain and more confidence.

So let me turn the question to you:

Are you ready to take your next step?​
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Stay well and happy moving,
Lisa

P.S. Movement Rx is starting in September—I’d love for you to join me. If you’ve been waiting for the “right time” to start, this could be your next step. Watch the replay here! 
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When rest doesn't help and more movement makes it worse

8/17/2025

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A while back, a client of mine, Rita, shared that she’d basically given up on movement.

She was tired of trying things that didn’t work… or worse, made her pain flare up.

So she stopped.

Understandable, right?

But here’s the thing--movement isn’t the problem. It’s how we move that matters.

Join me for a live webinar on Friday, August 22 at 10am MST:

​Move Smart, Feel Better Webinar: Get Unstuck from Pain Through Smarter Movement
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​We’ll talk about the 3 most common ways people unknowingly stay stuck in pain:

✔︎ Not moving at all

✔︎ Pushing too hard

✔︎ Adapting movement in ways that backfire

If any of that sounds familiar, you’re not alone.

And there’s a better way forward that doesn’t involve “no pain, no gain.”

🎟️ Free for The MedFit Movement Studio members

💳 $19.97 for everyone else

📲 https://bit.ly/UnstuckFromPain​

​🎁 BONUS: All attendees are entered to win 1 grand prize and two additional prizes (or more!)

Whether you’re curious, frustrated, or just ready for something that feels doable—I’d love to see you there.
RSVP for the Webinar

​Stay well and happy moving,
Lisa

P.S. Know someone who might need this too? Forward this email and invite them along. Having someone in your corner makes all the difference.

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This is your invitation to reclaim movement

8/10/2025

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You've come a long way in this series.

✔︎ You’ve learned that pain doesn’t mean you’re broken.
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✔︎ You’ve tried a gentle movement to shift tension.
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✔︎ You’ve challenged the beliefs that may have been holding you back.

✔︎ And you’ve seen the simple 3-step framework I use every day to help my clients move smarter—and feel better.

Now, it's time for the next step.​
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​Movement Rx is my signature virtual group program—designed for people like you who are tired of feeling stuck in their bodies and ready for real change.

This is not just another exercise plan.

It's a supported path forward using a blend of clinical exercise science and yoga therapy, grounded in cognition and compassion.

No bootcamps.

No pushing through pain.

No gimmicks.

🎥 See how Movement Rx works—and why your body will thank you.

​Inside the video, I’ll walk you through exactly how Movement Rx works—and why it might be just what your body has been asking for.

Movement Rx is for you if:
  • You’re battling with your body just to do simple, everyday things
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  • You’ve been living with pain for far too long—and it’s wearing you down
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  • You’ve tried other programs but couldn’t stick with them
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  • You’re dealing with chronic health conditions that hold you back
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  • You’re feeling hopeless that anything will ever work

If that sounds like you—know this:

​You are not broken.

You’re just in need of the right support.

And I’d be honoured to walk with you on this next leg of your journey.

📞 Let’s talk about your body—and your goals—one-on-one.

​Schedule your complimentary consultation today →​

We’ll chat about your goals, what’s holding you back, and how Movement Rx might help you move forward—confidently, comfortably, and with care.

​​📅 Join me live on August 22 for Move Smart, Feel Better: Get Unstuck From Pain Through Smarter Movement.

This free webinar is exclusively for my email community and The MedFit Movement Studio members.

If you’re not in The Studio yet, join today so you can grab your free seat.​
I’ll be sending your access code in next week’s email.

The webinar is packed with value—and whether or not you join Movement Rx, you won’t want to miss it.

With appreciation,
Lisa

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Pain doesn’t need a tough approach—it needs this

8/3/2025

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Ever wonder how someone goes from being afraid to move…to confidently walking, stretching, bending—even hiking again?

That kind of transformation doesn’t happen overnight.

And it doesn’t come from “pushing through the pain.”

It comes from something smarter.

Something more supportive.

It comes from a process.

In Episode 4 of Move Smart, Feel Better, I’m sharing the exact 3-step method I use with my clients inside my signature virtual group program, Movement Rx—the same approach I’ve developed over 25 years of helping people move with more ease and confidence.

🎥 Watch Episode 4: My 3-Step Method to Moving With Less Pain​

It’s not about pushing harder or doing more.

It’s about tuning in, working with your body, and moving in a way that feels safe, clear, and sustainable.

The 3 steps we’ll walk through are:

1. Awareness – Noticing where you are, what you feel, and what your body is communicating.

2. Articulation – Exploring the movements available at your joints (aka your “pure movement”) and what that reveals about your mobility.

3. Action – Personalized, supportive movement based on how your body moves and what feels right for you.

This framework is the foundation of everything I do with my clients.

And it works.

It’s how we move from pain to progress—without fear, force, or frustration.

🎥 Watch now and see how this process might just be the shift you’ve been looking for.

And if this resonates, stay tuned.

The next video is your personal invitation to go deeper inside Movement Rx.

Stay well and happy moving,
Lisa
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