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Shannon Hershman, founder of Be Well My Body, is a retired professional dancer who overcame ankylosing spondylitis—an autoimmune disease that once caused chronic inflammation, debilitating pain, and restricted movement. Through dedicated study, training, and a transformative shift in diet and lifestyle, she successfully reversed her condition. What once felt like a challenge, Shannon now sees […]
I’ve worked with countless dancers and athletes over the years. One thing that I’ve noticed is that stretching alone is not enough. Fascial adhesions occur within the tissues that need to be released in a more direct manner. Muscles are supposed to glide freely. When they become stuck with other surrounding tissues, this can inhibit […]
How much of your day do you truly spend in the present moment? Once your alarm clock rings, does your “to do” list start running through your mind? Do you find yourself scrolling endlessly on the phone throughout the day? Does your mind always seem on the go? These are all signs that you might […]
I once had a well-established podiatrist (for the Olympians) tell me there was nothing more I could do besides pain management for inflammation in my ankles. I was forced into retirement from professional dance at the age of 30. At the time I felt discouraged, however, I knew in my heart that she was wrong. […]
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