She Aligns the Body, Starting with the Feet

Core Connections with Erica Ziel

Welcome to your deep dive into body alignment.

Oh yes, today, this conversation starts with the feet, but more importantly…

It explores how everything in the body is integrated, working together to create stability and power.

(Can you tell that I lo(ooo)ve talking about functional movement?)

Joining me today is none other than Dr. Emily Splichal, a podiatrist and movement specialist with a passion for helping people connect with their bodies. We’re talking all about how foot mechanics impact your entire body and sharing insight on one of our favorite topics...FACIA.

We’re also getting into how sensory stimulation can wake up the nervous system in the feet and hands (Emily is so passionate about this that she designed her Naboso products to support this connection).

Dr. Emily’s approach? It’s right up my alley—practical, insightful, and incredibly empowering. I have no doubt you're going to love this conversation as much as I did!

Click play to hear all of this and:

(00:02:11) Introduction to Dr. Emily's career as a functional podiatrist and human movement specialist.

(00:05:48) How pregnancy and postpartum hormonal shifts affect foot posture, gait, pelvic alignment, and overall movement patterns.

(00:10:00) The link between lower back pain, foot stability, and how foot-pelvic floor coordination impacts posture and movement.

(00:13:40) The importance of relaxing into your body.

(00:16:28) The power of tactile feedback from the feet.

(00:21:55) Dr. Emily's guidance on introducing sensory feedback safely using specialized tools to awaken nerves in the feet.

(00:24:30) How to improve foot arches and core stability.

(00:28:12) The connection between fascia, foot function, pelvic floor, diaphragm, and movement for whole-body integration.

(00:36:43) The mindset shift you need to make to develop new patterns for better physical alignment and relaxation.

(00:38:50) How Naboso products stimulate the nervous system and help create new neural pathways for better movement.

(00:44:13) Why Naboso technology's use of textured surfaces to enhance sensory input and brain engagement.

(00:47:48) Seeing movement as a personal journey of exploration, with new insights emerging as readiness and experience grow.

(00:50:54) Dr. Emily's upcoming book Sensory Sapiens, focuses on sensory movement and how it supports lifelong mobility and longevity.

Resources mentioned:

• Naboso Neuro Ball
• Naboso Mats
• Postpartum Core Workout with the Naboso Neuro Ball

Connect with Dr. Emily Splichal:

• Dr. Emily's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefunctionalfootdoc
• Naboso's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/naboso_technology
• Website: https://www.dremilysplichal.com

For full show notes, visit https://www.ericaziel.com/blog/318