Back pain affects over 550 million people worldwide, and with that kind of number, it’s no surprise people are searching for relief—fast. One of the more popular trends? Hanging from a pull-up bar to decompress the spine. But is this method really helping, or could it be doing more harm than good? Let’s break it
Fascia connects everything in your body. It holds, supports, and integrates your muscles, bones, and organs. If you want a body that’s strong, mobile, and pain-free long-term, you have to learn how to work with your fascia the right way. Most people think they are training fascia when they foam roll or do myofascial release—but
The squat exercise is one of the seven primal movements. But unlike the others, a properly executed squat is the only one that can directly improve your posture. Most people learn to squat the wrong way. Fitness classes, trainers, and online videos often pass down bad form like it’s tradition. Challenges like “100 squats a
Are you searching for lower back pain relief? Googling lower back pain exercises, stretches, or massages? You’re not alone—lower back pain affects over 619 million people worldwide and is one of the leading causes of disability. I know the frustration personally. About 16 years ago, I fell into that statistic. I tried doctors, PTs, chiropractors,
Using AI for fitness may seem like a modern-day solution. Brands like Peloton and Tonal promise an at-home personal trainer experience powered by smart technology. But is that program really right for your body? Will it help you progress—or leave you frustrated and stuck? Hi, I’m Ekemba Sooh, owner of SolCore Fitness. I’ve spent 30
Taking control of your health is the goal. But unless you’re deep in the health and fitness world, you don’t know everything it takes. Jumping between classes, trainers, and therapists feels productive. But that only works if you actually understand how to structure and integrate everything—if you’re truly acting as the lead contractor of your
The sacroiliac joint—or SI joint—is one of the most misunderstood areas in the body. And yet, it plays a massive role in your ability to move, feel good, and stay injury-free. If you’ve ever looked for SI joint exercises or ways to relieve SI joint pain, chances are the info you found was generic, over-simplified,
In today’s fast-paced world, it’s easy to constantly be somewhere else in your mind. Scrolling through social media. Texting someone who isn’t in the room. Replaying yesterday or stressing about tomorrow. This emotional disconnection is a signature of modern life. But when your body is here and your mind is not, you miss the real
Click on the image to watch the video. We’ve all heard the saying: “Doing the same thing over and over and expecting different results is insanity.” We know it logically. But most people don’t feel it deep enough to change. And that lack of internal understanding sabotages their progress before it even starts. Let’s talk
“Duck butt” might sound funny, but anterior pelvic tilt is no joke. It’s a common postural issue where your pelvis tilts too far forward—and it’s one of the main reasons people suffer from chronic lower back pain, disc bulges, SI joint instability, and more. I’m Ekemba Sooh, SomaTherapist and SomaTrainer. I had anterior pelvic tilt