When Original Strength first got started, we often explained it as a series of movements that reset the original operating system of the body. The movements seemed to clean the body’s hard drive, restore…

I’ve started a new routine over the last few weeks. I decided I would perform 21 smiles every day when I’m doing my Daily 21s. Normally, I would hold a smile for 21 breaths, or I would include a smile…

I used to be like Rain Man.  Definitely. Definitely.  I was very regimented, and I was obsessed with…

And now, a guest article by OS Clinician and friend Dr. Kurt Brooks. Buckle UP!!! An Open Question:  What is our fascination with “perfect form” when strength training? I’ve been a physical…

For the most part, we don’t like to be uncomfortable. Our quest for comfort has led to many wonderful inventions: Air conditioners, adjustable mattresses, fleece pajamas, heated toilet seats, and macaroni…

We basically have two types of muscles that support our skeleton and allow us to do all the wonderful things a human body is designed to do. We have stabilizers and movers. These two types of muscles…

What can I do to stay young? This question comes up in one form or another every now and then. It’s an important topic, and I think it’s probably a…

There are many reasons why it is a great idea to spend time moving on the floor. Spending time on the ground builds familiarity with simply being on the ground, where the ground is not threatening but…

Recently, my business friend and I conducted an in-service for a lovely group of people on a relaxing business retreat - they were on a retreat at a spa resort to help them relax and learn how to relax.…

In my last semester in college, taking a psychology internship, I thought to help people feel better, I had to work with their mind. Graduate school and our profession…