The 10‑second habit your joints will thank you for
The Monthly-ish # 2: March 6th 2026
Are you sitting for this?
If you’re like me, you’re sitting more than you want to and way more than your body was designed for. Every day I witness firsthand how hard all this stillness is on our bodies, which is why I’ve been running a little experiment…
For awhile now, I’ve been on a mission to incorporate more regular movement into my day. That’s because when it comes to health, the research is clear that regular movement is key. Moving throughout the day is the thing that will keep you feeling good between your sessions with me, and I want you to keep that post-osteo glow going as long as you can!
When it came to finding a way to do this, my wish list was pretty straightforward. I wanted something I could do without having to change into spandex or carve a chunk of time out of my schedule for.
A few things fit the bill, but this month I’m going to share the one that finally stuck. After a few weeks, I’m still doing it and feeling good about it.
It’s really simple, takes almost no time, and you can do it anywhere.
Ready for it?
Every time you stand up after sitting for more than 30 minutes, do 10 squats.
Living room. Office. Nursery. Rink. Wherever you are. Stand up, squat, then get on with your day. (And yes, people may stare. Just tell them I made you do it.)
I’ve been doing this consistently for about 3 weeks, and I’m already less stiff in the mornings. I also just feel better in a way I can’t quite articulate.
Why squats? They work the big muscle groups that support your hips, pelvis, and low back. AKA the areas I often tell you aren't moving well when you get on the treatment table.
And if squats don’t feel great - or you’re dealing with pain or limited mobility - just reply to this email. I’ll send you a simple modification that still gets your muscles working without aggravating anything.
If you decide to join me on this little experiment, I’d love to hear from you on day three (and not just because I want to know if I’m the only one who felt the burn).
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Since life isn’t just about squats, here’s what else is happening in my world this month…
FOR MYSELF:
I’m finally committing to the (old) newest season of Only Murders in the Building. If the kids sleep and I stay focused, I might even finish it before April.
FOR MY FAMILY:
We’re squeezing in as many open skates as possible while the ice lasts. I’m hoping for one more toboggan run too, but after this week, that might be wishful thinking.
FOR THE PRACTICE:
I’m still finding my groove on Instagram in the tiny pockets of free time I have. Being front and center is basically the opposite of my comfort zone, but I want it to be a place where you can actually find trustworthy, practical tips so I’ll keep showing up (and making a fool of myself) there.
Whether you’re skating, squatting, or scrolling, do your best to keep moving this month.
Something is always better than nothing.
Wishing you a happy double digit weekend,
Osteopathic Manual Practitioner
