Question 1

How does Block Therapy work?

Accepted Answer

Think of blocking as a way to manually unglue your muscles. Over the years, stress, old injuries, and just sitting at a desk make our connective tissue—called fascia—tighten up and get stuck together like frozen Velcro. When you lie on the specialized cedar block, the combination of your body weight and deep, slow breathing melts those tight knots. It breaks up the restrictions, gets the blood pumping, and floods those stiff areas with much-needed oxygen. Making this a regular habit is what keeps your tissue fluid and flexible for the long haul.

Question 2

How often and how long do I need to practice?

Accepted Answer

Real change doesn't come from doing more—it comes from showing up consistently. Think of every Block Therapy session as a small deposit into your body's health bank. While a single session can absolutely help you feel better in the moment, it is a regular practice that creates lasting change. Consistency gives your body the continuous opportunity to adapt, heal, and move more efficiently.At Routine Matters, we recommend aiming for a 30-minute session daily. However, we know life gets busy. If a half-hour feels out of reach, remember that 15 minutes done regularly will always beat a random 60-minute session once a week. It’s not about perfection; it’s about the routine.

Question 3

Do I need to be flexible?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely not—you start exactly where you are today. You don’t need to be flexible to start Block Therapy; in fact, gaining your flexibility back is one of the rewards of staying consistent!The beauty of this practice is that it meets you where you are, and there are always ways to modify a position. If getting down on the floor feels impossible right now, that is completely fine. You can easily do your routine in a sturdy chair or even right in your bed. At Routine Matters, we believe the best routine is the one you can actually do comfortably.

Question 4

Do I have to feel pain for it to work?

Accepted Answer

It definitely brings on some intense pressure, but it shouldn't feel like bad pain. Think of it like a really deep, strong massage hitting a tight knot. You are going to feel a lot of sensation and resistance where your tissue is glued together, but it should never feel sharp or unmanageable.If you find yourself holding your breath or tensing up, you are pushing too hard. The secret is that you are always in total control of the pressure. If a spot feels too intense, you just back off a bit so you can breathe easily and let your body melt into the block naturally. Consistency requires comfort—if it hurts too much, you won't want to make it a routine!

Question 5

Why do we always start with the belly position?

Accepted Answer

Think of the belly position as turning on your body's main engine. As we get older, stress and bad posture make us default to shallow chest breathing, which leaves our muscles starved of oxygen. By starting on the belly, you force your diaphragm—your primary breathing muscle—to wake up and do its job.This deep breathing acts like an internal furnace, warming up your core and sending up to 600% more oxygen through your bloodstream. It floods your body with the fuel it needs to heal, making it the essential first step before you try to fix tight shoulders, bad knees, or an aching back. Every great routine needs a solid foundation, and the belly position is ours.

Question 6

What should I expect during and after a session?

Accepted Answer

You will do your sessions fully clothed, usually lying comfortably on a yoga mat or even your mattress if you need extra cushion. As you hold a position for a few minutes, you will feel the tissue start to soften, and you might notice a sudden wave of warmth or a heavy release of tension. It is very common to feel a bit light or deeply relaxed afterward. Because your body builds on the benefits of each previous session, staying consistent means you'll soon notice you are standing taller, moving easier, and carrying a lot less daily stiffness.

When your body feels stuck, routine matters.

"They say feeling 'stuck' is your body gagging to be heard.
Block Therapy gave me the tools to stop, listen, and finally heal"

Releasing restrictions

Mindful breaths

Conscious movement

A natural approach to balancing your body

Private Classes - In Person

Private Classes - Online

Online Classes

Classes

Face Lifter Starter

$495

Block Bundle Starter

$645

Block Starter

$495

Getting started

Block Bundle Starter

$645

Face Lifter Starter

$425

$425

Block Starter

Clients who found their block

Your frequent questions

Looking forward to chatting with you..

When your body feels stuck, routine matters.

"They say feeling 'stuck' is your body gagging to be heard. Block Therapy gave me the tools to stop, listen, and finally heal"

Releasing restrictions

Mindful breaths

Conscious movement

A natural approach to balancing your body

Private Classes - In Person

Private Classes - Online

Online Classes

Classes

Face Lifter Starter

$495

Block Bundle Starter

$645

Block Starter

$495

Getting started

Block Bundle Starter

$645

Face Lifter Starter

$425

$425

Block Starter

Clients who found their block

Your frequent questions

Looking forward to chatting with you..

"They say feeling 'stuck' is your body gagging to be heard.
Block Therapy gave me the tools to stop, listen, and finally heal"