Tonic and Phasic Muscles

We have two categories of muscles in our body to keep us upright and functioning in gravity; tonic and phasic muscles. Tonic muscles stabilize the body. Phasic muscles are action muscles and use force when needed. Tonic muscles are slow twitch, meaning they can stay “on” for long periods of time. Tonic muscles are closer… Continue reading Tonic and Phasic Muscles

Pre-Movement

Pre-Movement has to do with our muscles. Before we take a step, there is a muscle that is preparing for the movement. The pre-movement muscles should be the muscles that are closer to bones, as they are stabilizers. Pre-movement is a task sorted out by the cerebellum in the brain in response to input from… Continue reading Pre-Movement

What is Fascia?

Fascia is the main focus of Rolfing Structural Integration. Fascia, also known as connective tissue, is a web-like complex that is beneath the skin layer and surrounds muscles, nerves, organs, and bones. Fascia is made primarily of collagen. We can have impingements in our fascia from scar tissue, body history, daily activities, and stress. When… Continue reading What is Fascia?