Gabler Sustainable Body

11/05/2025

Fascinating! The words “fascia” and “fascism” originate from the Latin word fascis, which means leather straps, referring to an ancient Roman symbol of a bundle of sticks held together by leather straps and including an axe. The fascis symbolized political power, law, and jurisdiction. It was a physical totem carried around by ancient Romans. It limped into the modern world as an abstract symbol of collective action, which was notoriously revitalized by the Nationalist Fascist Party in Italy in 1921. Despite the negative associations, it is a mystery how the fascis survived into our modern day science of fascia. The fascis looks similar to a bundle of muscle cells wrapped in connective tissue. We call that a fascicle, wrapped in fascia–the example of fascia in the human body. Who knew?

This is a new excerpt from my resource page about the science of FASCIA, the sheets of connective tissue that…

10/29/2025

One of the most respected bodyworkers/scientists in the field of fascia is Dr. Robert Schleip. He knows so much about fascia and how it works in the body. I recommend listening to his interview with two upstanding Physical Therapists called “Introduction to Fascia” on YouTube. You will not be sorry!

What is Fascia & Why It is Vitally ImportantYoutube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/physicaltherapyvideoWebsite: https://bobandbrad.com/Bob and Brad Am...

10/22/2025

Have you ever experienced a frozen shoulder? If you have, it is most likely the fascia, not the muscles, that is responsible for the pain and discomfort. If you experience back pain, you might look at the issue that you are experiencing as frozen lumbar fascia. Come learn how to melt your fascia!

Using her intuitive wisdom and decades-long experience in hands-on bodywork, Karen will assess your body’s unique needs and perform hands-on bodywork to treat your strain, stress, and pain. Using multiple modalities, including Myofascial Release and Zero Balancing, Karen tailors the bodywork exper...

10/15/2025

There is much in nature that reminds me of the human body and the connections within it. Check out this video!

10/08/2025

Did you know that chronic tension is held in the fascia and not in the muscles! When we work to release the fascia, the muscles come right along. Come experience the release of chronic tension. Your body will thank you.

Gabler Sustainable Body has gone online! Karen offers one-on-one consultations, movement sessions, postural tips, and pain management through Zoom video conferencing. We have received a lot of feedback about the helpfulness of these sessions. Sign up for an online session today, and spread the word

09/24/2025

Come learn about the importance of fascia from Gil Hedley’s “The Fuzz Speech”. It delves into the anatomy and function of fascia, a connective tissue that plays a crucial role in the body’s movement and structural integrity. You will be introduced to a whole new world.

The entire Integral Anatomy Series is available for viewing on YouTube.https://www.gilhedley.comV1, pt. 1: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K68kC9R7THcHere, I ...

09/17/2025

Touch is vital for human development and well being throughout life. It plays a crucial role in infant development, communication, mental health, stress reduction, and social connection.
When we are touched with care and compassion, it calms the nervous system, lowers blood pressure, reduces cortisol levels, and contributes to overall health.

Using her intuitive wisdom and decades-long experience in hands-on bodywork, Karen will assess your body’s unique needs and perform hands-on bodywork to treat your strain, stress, and pain. Using multiple modalities, including Myofascial Release and Zero Balancing, Karen tailors the bodywork exper...

09/10/2025

Did you know that kindness helps people feel less depressed and anxious? Studies find that being kind to others makes people feel better about themselves and less self conscious. Doing random acts of kindness can help people feel more connected and less alone. We all know the world needs more kindness now than ever before.

A new study finds that performing acts of kindness improves mental health symptoms—and increases your social connection, too.

08/27/2025

As we all glide out of summer and into the fall, it is time to get back to work and to a fitness routine. It is recommended that we vary our exercise so that we are using our bodies in many different ways. This helps us lubricate the joints in various ways and keeps our fascia fit. Lift weights one day, walk vigorously another day, do yoga or stretching another day. Vary your exercise to keep your fascia hydrated and buoyant.

08/20/2025

People who have loose fascia can experience what is called Hypermobility Spectrum Disorder (HSD). This is a newer category that includes people who have joint hypermobility. Research shows that these people need training and weight lifting tailored to their individual needs. Tone and stability can help people with loose joints to prevent injury and chronic joint pain. The Gabler Sustainable Body Routine was developed to train stability in the joints.

Want to know the key to eliminating chronic pain from your life? It’s not more rigorous exercise, medical interventions, or expensive therapies. It turns out you have had the key all along—your body and its natural brilliant design! For years we have been overlooking a crucial element of the bod....

08/13/2025

Did you know there is a test to tell whether you have hypermobility or hypomobility in the joints? It is called the Beighton Test and it uses passive range of motion to determine if your fascia is loose or tight.

08/06/2025

For the month of August we will explore whether you are hypermobile. Some people are stiff and inflexible. Some people are very flexible and bendy. Which are you?

People who are stiff and inflexible need stretching. People who are very flexible can have a problem: The fascial system is too loose and it is harder to stabilize the joints. People can experience muscle soreness and can easily injure themselves.

There is a solution! Come learn how to stabilize your joints with Gabler Sustainable Body. Using safe, mindful movements, you can stabilize your joints and prevent injury.

Using her intuitive wisdom and decades-long experience in hands-on bodywork, Karen will assess your body’s unique needs and perform hands-on bodywork to treat your strain, stress, and pain. Using multiple modalities, including Myofascial Release and Zero Balancing, Karen tailors the bodywork exper...