B L Health & Performance

B L Health & Performance Helping active individuals reduce pain, restore movement, and improve performance through assessment-based manual therapy and corrective exercise.

I want to make a difference in your life by helping you achieve your fitness goals through my CARE program, nutrition, body evaluation, strength training and Active Release Technique (ART) and deep tissue massage.

TISSUE ISSUE TIP OF THE DAY!Tight Lower Back? Try Decompression!Lower back pain is one of the most common issues I see i...
06/12/2026

TISSUE ISSUE TIP OF THE DAY!

Tight Lower Back? Try Decompression!

Lower back pain is one of the most common issues I see in practice.

Many people seek relief through deep tissue work, myofascial release, cupping, massage, or other hands-on therapies. While those treatments can be very effective, sometimes the issue is more than just tight muscles.

Most of our daily activities compress the spine, especially the L5-S1 segment—the lowest disc in the lumbar spine. Sitting, standing, lifting, running, and even workouts can increase that compression over time.

My go-to exercise is the L5-S1 ELDOA. It helps create space in the spine and can be used as both a treatment and prevention strategy.

Benefits:
✅ Helps decompress the spine
✅ Reduces pressure on the discs
✅ May help reduce pain and stiffness
✅ Improves posture and circulation
✅ Supports spinal disc hydration

One of the best times to perform the L5-S1 ELDOA is at the end of the day, right before bed. After a full day of sitting, standing, lifting, and other activities that compress the spine, it’s a great way to help decompress and restore space to the lower back.

Don’t wait until pain stops you. Incorporate decompression exercises into your daily routine and invest in the health of your spine. Going to bed with a decompressed spine may help you wake up feeling and moving better the next day.

And yes... stay hydrated 💧

Remember: Take care of you before it takes care of you.

Care That Meets People Where They AreHelping people move and feel better doesn’t always happen in just one setting.Wheth...
05/26/2026

Care That Meets People Where They Are

Helping people move and feel better doesn’t always happen in just one setting.

Whether it’s in-office treatment, in-home care for convenience or recovery needs, on-site support at events and movement assessments, or volunteering to support first responders during difficult times — the goal remains the same: helping people recover, move better, and function at their best.

Different environments.
Different needs.
Same purpose.

Having the ability to adapt care to the situation allows treatment and recovery to meet people where they are.

TISSUE ISSUE TIP OF THE DAY!WORKOUT RECOVERY 💪One of my go-to recovery tools after training is .cbd Made with high-quali...
05/14/2026

TISSUE ISSUE TIP OF THE DAY!

WORKOUT RECOVERY 💪

One of my go-to recovery tools after training is .cbd

Made with high-quality natural ingredients, THC-free, and contains no artificial preservatives or contaminants—helping ensure a pure CBD isolate designed for maximum absorption and effectiveness.

I use it to help support:
✔️ Muscle soreness recovery
✔️ Joint discomfort
✔️ Stress relief
✔️ Better sleep & recovery

Recovery is just as important as training.

👉 This is the CBD product I trust.

Use code: BRAD15 for 15% OFF at checkout.

TISSUE ISSUE TIP OF THE DAY!MEDIAL KNEE PAIN? 😫Pain on the inside of your knee?
You may want to look at your feet 👣➡️ Ov...
05/11/2026

TISSUE ISSUE TIP OF THE DAY!

MEDIAL KNEE PAIN? 😫

Pain on the inside of your knee?
You may want to look at your feet 👣

➡️ Over-pronation (flattening of the foot) can cause the knee to collapse inward, placing extra stress on the inside of the knee.

Here’s the important part:
Most knee pain is caused by issues ABOVE or BELOW the knee — not always the knee itself.

Everything is connected.

✔️ Proper evaluation
✔️ Soft tissue treatment
✔️ Corrective exercises
✔️ Better movement mechanics

…can go a long way in relieving pain and improving function.

👉 Fix the cause, not just the symptoms.

📩 DM me to get assessed

Oh yes… STAY HYDRATED 💧

Remember… Take Care of You before It Takes Care of You!

TISSUE ISSUE TIP OF THE DAY!Ahhhh… does this look familiar? 🤔NECK PAIN? HEADACHES?
It might be TECH NECK 😩We spend hours...
05/07/2026

TISSUE ISSUE TIP OF THE DAY!

Ahhhh… does this look familiar? 🤔

NECK PAIN? HEADACHES?
It might be TECH NECK 😩

We spend hours every day looking down at our phones, putting extra stress on the neck and upper back.

➡️ Simple fix:
Instead of dropping your head forward, try bringing your phone up closer to eye level while keeping your head and posture upright.

Small adjustment… BIG difference.

The more aware you are of your posture throughout the day, the less stress you place on your neck and shoulders.

👉 Fix the habits. Fix the cause.

📩 DM me to get assessed

Remember… Take Care of You before It Takes Care of You!

TISSUE ISSUE TIP OF THE DAY!GLUTES — Maximus, Medius, MinimusThe powerhouse of your hips.…but are they working?➡️ Probab...
05/04/2026

TISSUE ISSUE TIP OF THE DAY!

GLUTES — Maximus, Medius, Minimus

The powerhouse of your hips.

…but are they working?
➡️ Probably not as well as they should.

When your glutes aren’t functioning properly, it can show up as:
• Low back pain
• Hip tightness
• IT band issues
• Hamstring or calf tightness
• Even neck or ankle discomfort

👉 Everything is connected.

Sitting all day?
Your glutes stay relaxed and lengthened…
Over time, they stop responding the way they should.

➡️ Weak or poorly activated glutes = compensation everywhere else

Time to get off your butt and get them working again.

✔️ Proper assessment
✔️ Correct activation
✔️ Strength + movement training

Fix the cause—not just the symptoms.

“And don’t forget—hydration plays a role in muscle function 💧”

📩 DM me to get assessed

TISSUE ISSUE TIP OF THE DAY 💧Filtered water + glass containers = a simple upgrade for better hydrationIf you’re drinking...
04/29/2026

TISSUE ISSUE TIP OF THE DAY 💧

Filtered water + glass containers = a simple upgrade for better hydration

If you’re drinking water, make it the best quality possible.
Even BPA-safe plastic can leach contaminants—especially when exposed to heat or sunlight.

💧 Fun Fact:
Your body is ~70% water and your brain ~80%—so quality matters.

HYDRATION: Are you drinking enough?

Staying hydrated supports:
• Regulating body temperature
• Lubricating joints
• Delivering nutrients
• Removing waste
• Supporting organ function
• Improving sleep, mood & focus
• Enhancing muscle function

➡️ Pro Tips:
✔️ Drink about half your bodyweight in ounces daily
✔️ Start your day with water (around 20–25% of intake)

Small changes = big impact

💧 PLEASE...STAY HYDRATED‼️

Remember...Take Care of You before It Takes Care of You!

NECK, SHOULDER, OR LOW BACK PAIN?Take a look at your day 👇
Biking… sleeping… sitting… driving…These positions add up.➡️ ...
04/24/2026

NECK, SHOULDER, OR LOW BACK PAIN?

Take a look at your day 👇
Biking… sleeping… sitting… driving…

These positions add up.

➡️ It’s not just what you do—
it’s how long and how often you stay there.

Most people don’t realize how much time they spend in poor positions… until pain shows up.

The good news?
This is fixable.

✔️ Awareness of your posture
✔️ Simple adjustments throughout the day
✔️ Targeted mobility + strength work
✔️ Hands-on treatment when needed

You don’t have to eliminate these positions—
you just need to do them better and break them up.

👉 Fix the habits. Fix the cause.

📩 Message me to get assessed

04/22/2026

LOW BACK PAIN WHEN YOU GOLF? ⛳️

It might be Early Extension.

During the swing, your hips should stay slightly behind — the line from just after setup through impact.

If your glutes move off the line toward the ball (backswing or downswing), your body loses space and is forced to stand up instead of rotate.

This can lead to:�• Lower back pain�• Feeling stuck in your swing�• Blocks, hooks… even shanks

👉 Maintain space. Let the hips rotate — not slide forward.

A Titleist Performance Institute (TPI) assessment can identify if this is happening — and what’s causing it.

Fix the cause. Improve your swing.

📩 Message me to get assessed

TISSUE ISSUE TIP OF THE DAYNo sleep? Restless nights? Waking up with back, neck, or shoulder pain?Sleep position and sup...
02/26/2026

TISSUE ISSUE TIP OF THE DAY

No sleep? Restless nights? Waking up with back, neck, or shoulder pain?

Sleep position and support matter more than most people realize.

If you’ve tried different positions without relief, it may be a combination of poor alignment and an unsupportive mattress or pillow.

Common Sleep Stressors:
• Legs flexed too much
• Arms overhead
• Neck unsupported
• Old or improper mattress

Simple Adjustments:
• Maintain a neutral spine
• Keep arms closer to your sides
• Slightly bend the knees
• Upgrade mattress or pillow if needed
• Stay consistent with mobility work

Small changes can improve sleep quality and reduce unnecessary strain on the spine.

Your neck, shoulders, and back will thank you.

And yes… stay hydrated 💧
Take care of you before it takes care of you.

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Santa Monica, CA
90401

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