Biomechanics Workshops by Riccardo Galeotti — Learn to See Movement Differently
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Biomechanics Workshops by Riccardo Galeotti — Learn to See Movement Differently

Curious if The Body Lab’s biomechanics workshops are right for you? Whether you’re a health professional looking to deepen your understanding of functional movement, or simply someone who wants to learn how their body really works, these hands-on workshops offer a unique approach to biomechanics — blending science, movement, and practical application from the ground up.

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 Protein, Amino Acids & Your Brain
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Protein, Amino Acids & Your Brain

Protein isn’t just about muscle — it’s the chemistry behind movement, mood, and recovery.

At The Body Lab Canberra, we explore how amino acids like tryptophan, tyrosine, and glutamine fuel your brain, support your nervous system, and rebuild your body from the inside out. Learn the science, discover the best food sources, and see how protein underpins everything from stress recovery to smooth, coordinated movement.

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Motion is Lotion for Your Nerves
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Motion is Lotion for Your Nerves

At The Body Lab, every treatment begins by calming your nervous system — because movement starts with safety. Through gentle nerve releases and neural mobilisation, we help your body shift from tension to flow, restoring fluid motion and connection. Discover how science backs the idea that “motion is lotion for your nerves” and why our Foundational Movement, Advanced Biomechanical, and Movement & Longevity Roadmap sessions all start with one goal: helping your nerves feel safe to move again.

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The Ideal Workstation Setup: Posture, Ergonomics, and Chair Tips for Canberra Desk Workers
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The Ideal Workstation Setup: Posture, Ergonomics, and Chair Tips for Canberra Desk Workers

Ever feel like your desk is plotting against you? Poor workstation setups cause back pain, stiff necks, and endless discomfort. The fix? A few smart tweaks to your chair, desk, and daily habits. This guide breaks down the ideal ergonomic workstation setup—from sitting and standing desk posture to office chair ergonomics and healthy work habits. Plus, discover how our Canberra ergonomic workshops can help you fine-tune your setup and work without the aches.

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Foot & Heel Pain Canberra: Why Movement (Not Expensive Gadgets) Is the Smart Fix
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Foot & Heel Pain Canberra: Why Movement (Not Expensive Gadgets) Is the Smart Fix

If your first steps in the morning feel like walking on Lego or your arches ache after a day on your feet, we can help. At The Body Lab, we treat heel pain and foot problems with a movement-first approach that calms irritation, restores strength, and retrains how your feet move. Backed by current research—and taught by us to therapists nationwide—our programs build resilient, pain-free feet without the endless cycle of expensive orthotics.

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Heel Pain Canberra: Why Movement Beats Expensive Orthotics (Most of the Time)
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Heel Pain Canberra: Why Movement Beats Expensive Orthotics (Most of the Time)

Heel Pain Canberra: Why Movement Beats Expensive Orthotics

If your first steps in the morning feel like walking on Lego, you’re not alone. At The Body Lab, we treat heel pain with a movement-first approach that calms irritation, restores load tolerance, and keeps you off the endless orthotics treadmill. Backed by the latest research—and taught by us to therapists across Australia—our plan builds resilient feet that move better, not weaker.

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High Arches Causing You Trouble?
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High Arches Causing You Trouble?

Foot pain, poor balance, or stiff hips? It could be your arches. In this case study, we dive into Debbie’s journey from rigid feet and painful walking to feeling grounded and mobile—without relying on orthotics.

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Understanding the Windlass Mechanism: Why Your Plantar Fascia Deserves More Credit
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Understanding the Windlass Mechanism: Why Your Plantar Fascia Deserves More Credit

The Windlass Mechanism isn’t just a fancy term—it’s the foot’s built-in suspension system. This deep-dive explores the plantar fascia’s role during walking, how toe extension lifts the arch, and why failure of this mechanism leads to pain and dysfunction. We unpack passive, reverse, and active windlass mechanics and arm therapists with assessment and rehab strategies that work from the ground up—literally.

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Assess Your Swallow for Jaw Dysfunction
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Assess Your Swallow for Jaw Dysfunction

Swallowing isn’t just about food—it’s a full-body event. From the tongue and hyoid to ribcage and jaw, this blog explores how assessing your swallow can uncover muscular tension, postural compensation, and even help explain neck pain or restricted breathing. Perfect for manual therapists, movement pros, and curious humans alike, it’s time to stop ignoring your swallow and start assessing it.

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Breathe Easy: A Sinus Self-Clearing & Palpation Guide
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Breathe Easy: A Sinus Self-Clearing & Palpation Guide

Feeling stuffed up, foggy, or forever congested? This step-by-step sinus self-clearing guide gives you safe, science-backed techniques to reduce pressure, improve nasal breathing, and stop feeling like your head’s full of bricks. Includes pre-clearing tips with peppermint oil or Vicks, manual techniques for sinus release, and tips for long-term results—all from The Body Lab in Canberra.

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Foot Movement Therapy: A Better Way to Fix Your Feet (Without Orthotics)
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Foot Movement Therapy: A Better Way to Fix Your Feet (Without Orthotics)

Still relying on orthotics to “fix” your feet? Discover why Foot Mobilisation Therapy (FMT) is the smarter, longer-lasting alternative. We’ve laid it all out in a one-page printable you can stick on your clinic wall or hand out to clients. Because joints > generic inserts.

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