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Lauren Sok
Jul 5, 20235 min read
The Secret to Strong, Pain-Free Feet
Don’t let your feet be late to the party! With summer travel and warmer weather, you may find yourself walking more than you have before....
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Ashleigh Tompa
Jun 19, 20233 min read
The Top 4 Exercises to Strengthen Your Core for Volleyball
Four of the best exercises to strengthen your core and unleash your full potential on the volleyball court
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Jacob Reynolds PT, DPT
Jun 8, 20232 min read
Fore! The Power of Golf-Specific Physical Therapy
Check out Jake's blog to explore how the TPI screen can help golfers prevent injuries, find pain relief, and extend the life of their game.
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Allyson Balzuweit
May 25, 20235 min read
5 Nutrition Tips to Stay on Track While Traveling
Five quick and easy tips to stay on top of your diet while traveling.
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Andrew Maddox
May 10, 20233 min read
Protect Your Knees with These 4 Exercises
Four quick and easy exercises to deal with chronic knee pain
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Allyson Balzuweit
Apr 27, 20234 min read
Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (RED-S) in Female Athletes
What You Need to Know from our Dietitian, Allyson Balzuweit RDN/LD
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Jesse Brown PT, DPT
Apr 13, 20233 min read
Everything You Want To Know About Dry Needling and More!
Learn how Dry Needling can help you!
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Andrew Maddox
Mar 30, 20233 min read
The Biggest Mistake You “Might” Be Making About Hydration
Learn how best to hydrate throughout the day!
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Ashleigh Tompa
Mar 16, 20234 min read
My Top 3 Running Shoe Recommendations for Runners of All Levels
The best shoes you can buy to give your feet the best comfort
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Aaron Donahue
Mar 2, 20234 min read
The 5 “Points” of the 5 Point Check Up
Do you want to take control over your health? Have you tried in the past to make a positive change but lacked direction? If you’re ready to
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Allyson Balzuweit
Feb 16, 20234 min read
4 Tips for Better Heart Health
February is not just about that special heart-shaped holiday we know as Valentine’s Day; it’s also dedicated to American Heart month....
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Alli Burch
Jan 31, 20233 min read
What is The Fit Run Shop Experience?
I was never much of a runner. I was the girl who dreaded going to school on the days when we had to run the mile or participate in the...
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Jesse Brown PT, DPT
Jan 5, 20236 min read
Dissecting Discipline and Motivation - Forming Habits that Last
“I’m just not motivated!” “I just need to quit talking about it and make myself do it!” “I have to be more disciplined and GET IT DONE!”...
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Jacob Reynolds PT, DPT
Nov 16, 20222 min read
12 DAYS OF FIT-MAS
It’s that time of year again...THE HOLIDAYS For some, those two words are anxiety inducing; for others it “sparks joy.” Either way it’s...
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Jacob Reynolds PT, DPT
Oct 6, 20223 min read
Jaw Pain: The Most Ignored Injury in America
If you’ve dealt with jaw pain and you are like me – which the research suggest most of you are – odds are you have done one the...
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Lauren Sok
Sep 19, 20227 min read
The 7 motivational strategies for achieving success in your workouts
As a busy mom of three kids, staying motivated to workout can sometimes feel like a chore. I roll out of bed to the alarm, change into my...
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Jesse Brown PT, DPT
Sep 13, 20225 min read
Mythbusting 3 “facts” about Blood Pressure and Exercise
Blood pressure is a key measurement that healthcare providers and patients can track to get an idea of cardiovascular health. The...
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Nick Frias
Aug 2, 20223 min read
We've got your Back(Pack): 7 tips to picking the right bookbag
August is upon us, and that means it’s time to grab your keys and head to your choice of Walmart, Target, Staples, or Office Depot and...
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Jacob Reynolds PT, DPT
Jul 7, 20224 min read
The Biggest Lie Endurance Athletes Believe
“No pain, no gain,” right? A timeless adage used by coaches, physical therapists, and training partners that sometimes does more harm...
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Jacob Reynolds PT, DPT
Mar 21, 20226 min read
Debunked! Myths and Beliefs About Pain, Exercise, and the Human Body
Being in the healthcare industry and seeing a diverse array of clientele, I see something new every day. This is what makes healthcare...
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