Lauren Christman's guest appearances

Lauren Christman

The Body Awake

Moving Well Podcast

Charles Eisenstein

Susan Harper

Jill Miller

Jules Mitchell

Mark Walsh

Tom Myers

Gerald Pollack

Peter Levine

Brooke Thomas

Trina Altman

David Nolan

Jason Leenaarts

Sage Hayes

Courtney Townley

David Fleming

OwlTail

Since the show's earliest inception, I knew I wanted to interview Lauren for The Body Awake. When the time was right, I asked, so glad she agreed. Lauren was my main teacher in helping me understand the many layers and types of fluids, bone rhythms and subtleties of working with a body in my care. She's a rare gem. We talk about so much ... transmission of information, concurrence of multiple views emerging simultaneously, how to answer the "what's the best treatment here?" question without being too general and without being flippant. And for the last 20 minutes, she reads poetry and I cry. So, so enjoyed this talk. I hope you do too. Love, LB SHOW NOTES Crafted Touch, Lauren's bodywork and teaching homepage.  Integrative Pain Management, in which Lauren and her husband, Richard, co-author a chapter.

Since the show's earliest inception, I knew I wanted to interview Lauren for The Body Awake. When the time was right, I asked, so glad she agreed. Lauren was my main teacher in helping me understand the many layers and types of fluids, bone rhythms and subtleties of working with a body in my care. She's a rare gem. We talk about so much ... transmission of information, concurrence of multiple views emerging simultaneously, how to answer the "what's the best treatment here?" question without being too general and without being flippant. And for the last 20 minutes, she reads poetry and I cry. So, so enjoyed this talk. I hope you do too. Love, LB SHOW NOTES <a href="http://www.craftedtouch.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Crafted Touch</a>, Lauren's bodywork and teaching homepage. <a href="http://handspringpublishing.com/product/integrative-pain-management/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Integrative Pain Management</a>, in which Lauren and her husband, Richard, co-author a chapter.

Transmission, Concurrence and Poetry with Lauren Christman — ep 22

Richard Polishuk

In this episode, Nikki and Janet chat with licensed massage therapists and educators Richard Polishuk and Lauren Christman about the roles of bodywork and movement when helping people decrease pain and improve performance. They cover:  What makes good posture and how to integrate the idea of posture into movement where it becomes more fluid How our experiences in life can be reflected in how we move and feel or if we have pain How often you should get a massage or bodywork How to identify the difference between a muscular and a fascial restriction and how to address it through bodywork When going deeper isn’t always better and why no pain no gain won’t necessarily get you the best result or lasting change How to use assessments to maximize a bodywork session The difference between moving to notice how we feel and moving for the sake of performance When symmetry in the body isn’t necessarily for function A brief discussion of how to use self-care techniques (foam rolling, stretching, ect) to maintain that changes that you get in a massage and what structures you’re actually changing in your structure when you foam roll  Links Mentioned: Lauren and Richard's website (craftedtouch.com) Crafted Touch Facebook Page Integrative Pain Management Book About Lauren M. Christman, LMP, CBSI/KMI, CCST After 21 years in practice, Lauren's work focuses on methods based on osteopathic principles, including structural integration, craniosacral, and visceral manipulation. Taken together, these methods aim to balance the alignment and mobility of the muscles, bones and organs, and create greater client awareness of health and well-being. Depending on the needs of each client, Lauren adapt the methods she uses to create lasting changes; her work is more oriented to problem-solving and client education than to on-going maintenance or relaxation massage. Current Certifications/Professional Associations  Licensed Massage Practitioner (LMP), Washington State, since 1994. KMI-Structural Integration, with Tom Myers, Kinesis, 2004. Certified Craniosacral Therapist, with Ursula Popp, Natural Health Resources Center, 2005. Certified Teacher of Kinesis, teaching short courses and within KMI certification program in the U.S. and Europe, 2005-2013. National Certification Board of Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (NCBTMB), certified continuing education providers, since 2005. International Association of Structural Integrators (IASI), member, 2003; continuing education provider, since 2009. American Massage Therapy Association (AMTA), member since 1994. Certification Board of Structural Integrators (CBSI), certified practitioner, since 2009.  About Richard M. Polishuk, LMP, Aston-Patterner Richard has been practicing since receiving his massage license in 1986. His initial interests were in orthopedic and structural work, and he pursued those interests in depth with Ben Benjamin, Joseph Heller, Paul St. John, Rich Phaigh and others. Working with Judith Aston and certifying in Aston-Patterning in the 90's was the icing on the cake. Richard has been teaching since the late 80's. Current Certifications/Professional Associations    Licensed Massage Practitioner (LMP), Washington State, 1986. Intraoral Endorsement, Washington State, 2007. Aston-Patterning Practitioner, 1998. National Certification Board of Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (NCBTMB), certified continuing education providers, 2005. American Massage Therapy Association (AMTA), member since 1986.    Previously certified in Hellerwork, Onsen/MET, Cyriax-style Injury Treatment/Ben Benjamin and Trager.

In this episode, Nikki and Janet chat with licensed massage therapists and educators Richard Polishuk and Lauren Christman about the roles of bodywork and movement when helping people decrease pain and improve performance. They cover: <ul> <li>What makes good posture and how to integrate the idea of posture into movement where it becomes more fluid</li> <li>How our experiences in life can be reflected in how we move and feel or if we have pain</li> <li>How often you should get a massage or bodywork</li> <li>How to identify the difference between a muscular and a fascial restriction and how to address it through bodywork</li> <li>When going deeper isn’t always better and why no pain no gain won’t necessarily get you the best result or lasting change</li> <li>How to use assessments to maximize a bodywork session</li> <li>The difference between moving to notice how we feel and moving for the sake of performance</li> <li>When symmetry in the body isn’t necessarily for function</li> <li>A brief discussion of how to use self-care techniques (foam rolling, stretching, ect) to maintain that changes that you get in a massage and what structures you’re actually changing in your structure when you foam roll</li> </ul> Links Mentioned: <a href="http://www.craftedtouch.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Lauren and Richard's website (craftedtouch.com)</a> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/craftedtouch/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Crafted Touch Facebook Page</a> <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Integrative-Pain-Management-Diana-Thompson/dp/1909141267/ref=sr_1_fkmr0_1?s=books&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1493144686&amp;sr=1-1-fkmr0&amp;keywords=Integrative+Pain+Management+++By%3A+Diana+Thompson+LMT+and+Marissa+Brooks" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Integrative Pain Management Book</a> About Lauren M. Christman, LMP, CBSI/KMI, CCST After 21 years in practice, Lauren's work focuses on methods based on osteopathic principles, including structural integration, craniosacral, and visceral manipulation. Taken together, these methods aim to balance the alignment and mobility of the muscles, bones and organs, and create greater client awareness of health and well-being. Depending on the needs of each client, Lauren adapt the methods she uses to create lasting changes; her work is more oriented to problem-solving and client education than to on-going maintenance or relaxation massage. Current Certifications/Professional Associations <ul> <li>Licensed Massage Practitioner (LMP), Washington State, since 1994.</li> <li>KMI-Structural Integration, with Tom Myers, Kinesis, 2004.</li> <li>Certified Craniosacral Therapist, with Ursula Popp, Natural Health Resources Center, 2005.</li> <li>Certified Teacher of Kinesis, teaching short courses and within KMI certification program in the U.S. and Europe, 2005-2013.</li> <li>National Certification Board of Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (NCBTMB), certified continuing education providers, since 2005.</li> <li>International Association of Structural Integrators (IASI), member, 2003; continuing education provider, since 2009.</li> <li>American Massage Therapy Association (AMTA), member since 1994.</li> <li>Certification Board of Structural Integrators (CBSI), certified practitioner, since 2009.</li> </ul> About Richard M. Polishuk, LMP, Aston-Patterner Richard has been practicing since receiving his massage license in 1986. His initial interests were in orthopedic and structural work, and he pursued those interests in depth with Ben Benjamin, Joseph Heller, Paul St. John, Rich Phaigh and others. Working with Judith Aston and certifying in Aston-Patterning in the 90's was the icing on the cake. Richard has been teaching since the late 80's. Current Certifications/Professional Associations <ul> <li> <ul> <li>Licensed Massage Practitioner (LMP), Washington State, 1986.</li> <li>Intraoral Endorsement, Washington State, 2007.</li> <li>Aston-Patterning Practitioner, 1998.</li> <li>National Certification Board of Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (NCBTMB), certified continuing education providers, 2005.</li> <li>American Massage Therapy Association (AMTA), member since 1986.</li> </ul> </li> </ul> Previously certified in Hellerwork, Onsen/MET, Cyriax-style Injury Treatment/Ben Benjamin and Trager.

Ep 30: Lauren Christman & Richard Polishuk | On posture, bodywork and fascia