Posturepro – Foot Mechanics and Gait Cycle

Description of Foot Mechanics and Gait Cycle

A simple guide on how the foot and gait impact posture and pelvic movement. Learn strategies to fix ankle mobility for better well-being and superior performance.

• 3 parts, 10 lessons, 1+ hours of video content
• Strategies to stimulate the foot and reduce imbalances
• No prior expertise required!
• Includes protocols to help you improve your foot strength and lower body alignment

Understanding Your Feet and Their Impact on Your Body

Your feet are more than just a foundation; they are a complex system that affects your entire body. Many people suffer from foot imbalances without realizing that this seemingly unoticed issue can lead to other problems. It’s not just about the feet; it’s about how they connect to everything else!

Your feet’s misalignment travels up, affecting your knees and hips.

Learn how flat feet can lead to misalignment in the knees, hips and back. This misalignment can cause pain or stiffness in the knees and hips. Address the root cause and prevent these issues before they escalate.

What You’ll Learn In Foot Mechanics and Gait Cycle

This course is designed to empower you with the knowledge to identify and correct foot imbalances, thereby improving movement not just in the foot and ankle, but also the knee, hip, and spine. By addressing these foundational aspects of body mechanics, you can achieve long-term relief from issues such as SI joint discomfort and enhance overall performance.

• An in-depth look at the foot’s structure, including bones, muscles, and ligaments.
• Explore the critical role the big toe plays in balance and stability.
• Understand the arches’ formation and their importance in supporting body weight.
• Exam the connection between the feet, knee, and hip, and how they work together in movement.
• Investigate the sensory connection between the feet and the brain and its impact on overall body mechanics.
• Techniques and tools to evaluate an individual’s walking pattern.
• Understand the brain’s role in controlling and coordinating gait.
• Explore the phase of gait where the foot is in contact with the ground.
• Analyze the phase of gait where the foot is off the ground and swinging forward.
• Methods to assess foot posture and identify areas for improvement.
• A comprehensive plan to enhance foot posture through awareness, rehabilitation, and targeted exercises.
• Specific exercises to strengthen the foot’s arches and improve stability.

Bonus: Breathing Mechanisms and their Impact on Posture.

This course is for you if…

• You have pain in your feet, ankle, knees, hips, lower back
• You noticed that you have flat feet or high arches and are unaware of their consequences
• You are a healthcare professional, athlete or health and fitness coach.
• You are passionate about posture and love sharing your passion with others!

About Annette Verpillot

Annette Verpillot is the founder of Posturepro, a health company specializing in neuromechanics and Postural Recalibration. She is a Canadian entrepreneur, therapist, public speaker and internationally esteemed Posturologist. Annette has developed some of the world’s most advanced rehabilitation and injury prevention training protocols, while also creating an international Postural Recalibration training program.

Her recent research collaboration with McGill University’s School of Physical and Occupational Therapy was showcased at the Movementis 2018 Conference at Harvard University. Her current research projects test the clinic benefits of this approach on two target populations: Parkinson’s patients (in conjunction with the University of Montreal), and children with Developmental Coordination Disorder (in partnership with UQAM).

Her unique postural evaluation system has gained great distinction and is recognized throughout the world for addressing chronic pain, increasing strength, and increasing sports proficiency. Today, she is regarded as one of the most experienced Posturologists in North America and has had numerous opportunities to present and teach Postural Recalibration to professionals in various fields (medicine, chiropractics, dentistry, naturopathy, sports therapy and ophthalmology).

Annette has presented her methods on TEDX Montreal woman, Breakfast Television, ICI Television, Collectively Beautiful, and has provided teachings to significantly large international organizations as well as renowned strength coaches, elite athletes and team coaches from professional and college-level leagues. She also hosts various podcasts and holds a semi-regular spot on a local radio station. She continues to recognize and address the various factors associated with global health issues and pursues to amaze professionals who have an open mind that wish to truly and lastingly help their clients and patients.

About Posturepro

Posturepro teaches a cutting-edge system designed to make your nervous system smarter about movement.  We offer a science-based approach for getting out of pain, optimizing your health, and maximizing your performance.

More courses from the same author: Posturepro