Smart Somatic Solutions
Over the years, and following my Somanaut curiosity, I have built Smart Somatic Solutions to bridge gaps and support learning. If you joined me for our Pro Talk through OPTP, here are some of the references that I discussed. In addition there are offers that support knowledge for optimal wellness. You can still register HERE and get access to all the Pro Talks.
Books:
SMARTROLLER®️ GUIDE TO OPTIMAL MOVEMENT, 2nd ed., By Stacy Barrows, PT, DPT, GCFP, NCPT
To get started on your Smartroller this is a great resource for learning, with lessons, and clarification on how to approach it with a somatic lens
THE EXTENDED MIND, By Annie Murphy Paul
HOW WE LEARN TO MOVE, By Rob Gray PhD
THE FELDENKRAIS METHOD, Edited by Staffan Elgelid, PT, PhD and Chrish Kresge, GCFP (see below for discount)
MINDFUL MOVEMENT, By Dr. Martha Eddy
Podcasts:
WISDOM SHARED~ by Carole Blueweiss, PT, DPT, GCFP
BRAIN SCIENCE~ BY DR. GINGER CAMPBELL
THE THINKING PRACTITIONER~By Til Luchau and Whitney Lowe
THE HEALING PAIN PODCAST~ By Dr. Joe Tatta
THE FEMININJA PROJECT ~BY Cheryl Ilov, MS, PT, GCFP
BETTER MOVEMENT~ By Todd Hargrove, JD, GCFP
PAIN REFRAMED~ By Tim Flynn, PT, PHD, OCS, FAAOMPT, and Jeff Moore, PT, DPT, OCS, FAAOMPT
Research:
Stacy’s research: EFFECTS OF A FELDENKRAIS®️ AWARENESS THROUGH MOVEMENT®️ SEQUENCE ON FIBROMYALGIA PATIENTS
Attentional Focus in Motor Learning, the Feldenkrais Method, and Mindful Movement
Our Brains Perceive Our Environment Differently When We Are Lying Down
Tool use and language share syntactic processes and neural patterns in the basal ganglia
Human Ability to Learn According to the Feldenkrais Method: From Writings to Practice
Interoception: the sense of the physiological condition of the body
The Feldenkrais Method: a dynamic approach to changing motor behavior
Motor experience with a sport specific implement affects motor imagery
More information on the Feldenkrais Method
Documentaries:
THE SECRET LIFE OF FASCIA: Stay tuned for the sequel that introduces Dr. Feldenkrais
SUSAN HARPER: Continuum Montage
Organizations:
Free Resources:
Stacy’s social media, see below for Instagram, and Youtube for application with the Smartroller tools
Videos from ProTalk: Smartroller and Internal Rocking chair
Stacy’s Walking ATM; and audio recording
Sites:
Stacy’s teachings:
Weekly onsight and online classes at Santa Monica Yoga
Finding Your Optimal Strength: onsite UCLA Extension 10 week course