Move Better

You know you need to warm up before you exercise but did you know that shorter stretches, and more active movement is better than longer stretching before an activity? Or that conditioning is better after an activity or even better on an off day? In this episode Laura discusses why we need to be better when planning our workouts for ourselves and our athletes. You can find Laura on all social medi...

A review of the recent article in the Orthopedic Journal of Sports Medicine: Understanding the Cheerleader as an Orthopedic Patient: An Evidenced Based Review by Amy L XU et al 2022  You can see the article here https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/full/10.1177/23259671211067222?fbclid=IwAR1fvr4OcQ5kDrjpZP-XVtIzN1SPZmUAg9HRAHSl-WtlRm5cjEKgLpHxoHE  Follow this link to find and connect with La...

Keva is a physical therapist and pilates instructor located in Maryland. In this episode we talk about how building stability helped her recover from a shoulder injury and improved her hypermobility. Her Khoreopils are a fun way to incorporate movement into your day and are great for warming up before a workout. You can reach Keva on all her platforms and sign up for a class too @ https://linktr.e...

In this episode, Corey and I discuss more on life and how our prior experiences contribute to everything in our lives; how impoortant recovery is in overall health and movement. Words from Corey: Happiness Ease of Mind-Body and Spirit Awareness Love | Longevity | Legacy Thoughtfulness and Thankfulness Honor and Be a Good Ancestor You can follow, connect with and continue to learn from Corey here h...

Is all back pain the same? Absolutely not! Each diagnosis may have similar attributes, but each person may have a different response. In this episode I describe some common back diagnoses that are common in cheerleading. If you'd like to see the video version, check out the YouTube version. If you're interested in the replay of the workshop being held on January 15, check out the Injury Prevention...

Life hands us some challenges at times that can really affect our health and well being. This episode is about those down times and how I found my way back after some really awful experiences.  The big takeaway, one step at a time, we move on.  If you are ever in need of someone to talk with when the times get rough, know you are not alone. My contact info is here https://linktr.ee/Laura...

I recently attended the Perform Better Meeting of the Minds Summit. This is a recap of the top 10 things I learned to assess your musculoskeletal health and your risk of injury.  You can find Laura at https://linktr.ee/LauraTurner5 

In this episode Laura interview's Julia Erlich. Julia is a fitness coach who started the Cheerbod Challenge. We talk about Julia's experience as a cheerleader, some injuries she had that ultimately led her to starting her own team, and the Cheerbod Challenge.  You can find Julia at https://www.instagram.com/Juliaehrlichfitness/ Join her Facebook group Fitness and Nutrition Secrets for High Ac...

Do you incorporate a variety of stimuli into your practices? Do you understand how this can help in reducing injuries as well as building resiliance in our movement health? In this episode Corey Jung of Upright Movement and I talk again about movement.  To learn more about Corey you can find him at: https://uprightmovement.com/resources/ https://uprightmovement.com/about/ https://uprightmovem...

In this episode, I interviewed Kristen Wheeler, @TheCheerMomBlog. We talked about nutrition hacks; how to incorporate fitness and health into your own day; ways to build team unity for not only your cheerleaders, but also for the parents who have their back. If you don't follow Kristen yet, definitely go check out her Instagram and TikToc...she has some really fun content and helpful tips for all....

In this interview with physical therapist Darlene Wooldridge we discuss why it’s important that you as a parent of an athlete  and caregiver care for your own health while still being present for those you care for.   Darlene gives some great tips to incorporate movement into your daily life as well as managing back pain that is common in cheerleaders AND their parents.  Darlen...

How do you know if your cheerleader has the mobility, strength and coordination to do all we ask them to do?  In this episode we will start the discussion on 10 movement patterns that are important for every cheerleader to be able to do in order to stunt/tumble/jump and dance as they want to do. To see the full video, follow us on social media or contact us, find our info here https://linktr....

To brace or not to brace. That is the question. Along with tape. And exercise. To join the @HealthyCheerleading group, to follow us on social media or to connect with us follow the linktree. All you need is there :) https://linktr.ee/LauraTurner5

This episode is from a video I did for a young lady who dislocated her elbow. There are tips for the early stages of recovery, mindset advice and more.  Join the Healthy Cheerleading group here https://www.facebook.com/groups/healthycheerleading Follow our page at https://www.facebook.com/MoveBetterPTandFitness Or on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/lauratiddturner/ You can find the video...

Reach Laura at: Email Laura@MoveBetterLLC.com Website www. MoveBetterLLC.com Move Better’s Guide to Health and Fitness https://drive.google.com/file/d/1uC9MoeYamHps_e1--1VlhYYEoPy-4Vny/view?usp=sharing LT’s Unique Movement Beauties  group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/LTsUniqueMovementBeauties Healthy Cheerleading Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/healthycheerleading YouTube https://w...

The Cheer Doc! So many valuable takeways on how to build strength and stay healthy for cheerleaders. To connect with Dr Travis Owens, reach out  https://www.cheerleadingblueprints.com/?fbclid=IwAR33txCJ9EwJ9BzluZermTSKgyubEyAO4BV_g9fG4MdM1J6LBj-1CK1galg https://hitzeronutrition.com/ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=the+cheer+doc Instagram https://www.instagram.com/cheerlea...

My 6 tips for tuning into your fitness and what I learned from the last 6 weeks. Fitness is a journey not a destination. We all have something to learn. While I didn't achieve my goals, I did make progress. To reach Laura, sign up for a virtual visit or get our guide to health and fitness, Email Laura@MoveBetterLLC.com Move Better’s Guide to Health and Fitness https://drive.google.com/file/d/1uC9M...

This is the first episode I recorded for the Cheer PT, in August of 2020.  You can find the video of this recording on YouTube at https://youtu.be/HQ642YdYjWE To join the Healthy Cheerleading group go to https://www.facebook.com/groups/healthycheerleading More to come....enjoy the show!

This episode is dedicated to my high school classmate Doug Chambers who recently passed away. Life throws us curveballs sometimes and it can really hit us in the gut. Times like these remind us of what is truly important in life and it's not just about how we look In these hot days of summer, remember to take it a bit slower, listen to your body, and remember to hydrate. Most importantly, give you...

Hey guys! Even when our food is spot on aond our activity level is on the rise, losing weight is not easy. In fact it's downright frustrating.  In this episode I talk about my ferustration...AND giving myself some grace. My energy levels are up. I'm busier than I have been in a long time. And I'm eating better on a whole.  Sometimes we have to acknowledge the good and give ourself some c...

Life gets in the way of best intentions sometimes. It's how we handle them that keep us moving in the right direction. If you want to download the guide to health and fitness, you can find it here https://drive.google.com/file/d/1uC9MoeYamHps_e1--1VlhYYEoPy-4Vny/view?usp=sharing 

Summer is coming and I'm working on getting back to feeling healthy.  This was a good week. I started using a new step counter which is a huge help with encouraging me to move.  Most importantly, I'm starting to listen to what my body needs while including more veges in my meals. You can find the Guide to Health and Fitness here https://drive.google.com/file/d/1uC9MoeYamHps_e1--1VlhYYEoP...

SEASON 2?!! Where did the time go?! We all struggle with keeping ourself healthy. In this episode I talk about my own struggles with weight gain and my committment to starting to be consistent.  For the guide to health and fitness... https://drive.google.com/file/d/1oSCD4wHok9O0tF02-BS4F1sea0SU8kEb/view?usp=sharing

I recorded this episode as I was walking on this glorious day. As such, the sound is a little off and the traffic only adds to the entertainment.  I've read a lot recently by parents who are frustrated because their kids have lost muscle tone. Not in the way of injury, but because they aren't in the gym as much anymore. When did being involved in a sport become about muscle tone? And how does...

Do you ever get those little hints that are meant to guide you toward or away from a situation? Intuition is real and scientifically proven. In this interview with Sunil Godse, we dive deep into  understanding what intuition is, how complex intuition is, and why people ignore their intuition.  More about Sunil: After making a series of bad decisions, with one leading to a friend being sh...