The Art of Walking

I saw the great Mark Reifkind post this link this morning, just as I was about to post my blog on the Art of Walking. Most problems, in my opinion, can be solved by walking. I’ll never forget when a “fit” girl laughed at me once for wearing a pedometer. Then she described her litany of injuries from her “sports.” I asked her if anyone had ever analyzed her gait, or the way she moves … Read more

The Extra Mile

While teaching here on visiting professorship, I am required to be in the lab Tues and Thurs. However, I review with the students Mon, Wed, Fri, and Sat with the following mentality: “You show up, and I’ll show up.” Now, each Saturday I assume no one will show. It is the weekend, right? Who would spend 3 hours in a lab on Saturday, when they aren’t required to be there? About 40 people, it turns … Read more

The Dooley Mission

“What is it exactly that you DO, Dr. Dooley?” I have a mission for those that seek my assistance. I have undying purpose for the world to gain mobility, stability, and strength – the triumvirate of power. I am by no means perfect. I am by no means done with my education. I may even appear scattered between tasks to some, but I have never been more focused. I think anatomy is at the foundation … Read more