

Move Like An Athlete, Walk Like a Kangaroo & Use Cool Tools Like *Weighted Vests, Compression Gear & Vibration Platforms* To Transform Your Body, With Dr. Emily Splichal
48 snips Jul 3, 2025
Dr. Emily Splichal, a leading functional podiatrist and expert in movement longevity, discusses the transformative power of body awareness. She shares insights on using weighted vests and compression gear to enhance proprioception and movement efficiency. The conversation delves into the importance of pelvic dynamics in walking and how innovative techniques, like vibration platforms, can boost athletic performance and circulation. Listeners will discover practical strategies for reconnecting with their body's sensory intelligence.
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Weighted Vests Boost Body Awareness
- Weighted vests and compression gear enhance body awareness through proprioceptive stimulation.
- They increase sensory perception of your body in space, improving movement efficiency and longevity.
Stack Compression, Weight, Touch, Breath
- Combine compression apparel, weighted vests, tactile stimulation mats, and breath work for efficient nervous system activation.
- Use something in your hands and focus on your breath to enhance body schema awareness.
Anti-Gravity Pelvic Floor Exercise
- Do the anti-gravity pelvic floor exercise by lightly lifting the pelvic floor and pressing toes down with slight tongue engagement.
- This can be done subtly anytime to reconnect with gravity and improve posture.