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Physical Therapy in Adel, IA
Living in Adel, IA means embracing all four seasons—whether you’re lacing up for a run on the Raccoon River Valley Trail in spring, cheering on the Tigers in the fall, or shoveling snow in the winter. These activities, while part of the vibrant Adel lifestyle, can sometimes lead to aches, pains, or injuries that slow...Read More
An Exercise Routine That Can Help Manage High Blood Pressure
High blood pressure, or hypertension, affects nearly half of adults in the U.S. While medications can help, one of the most effective tools in managing blood pressure is exercise. The good news? You don’t need to spend hours at the gym. A well-rounded, consistent routine can make a big difference. Your heart is a powerful...Read More
Spring Into Better Health: 3 Ways to Improve Your Wellness This Season
Spring offers a fresh start — not just for nature, but for your health, too. It’s the perfect time to shake off the cold-weather slump and reset your wellness routine. Whether you’re looking to boost your energy, improve your fitness, or just feel better overall, here are three practical ways to spring into better health...Read More
Avoiding Wrist Pain and Injuries in Gymnastics
Gymnastics, the sport most watched in the Summer Olympics, engages viewers because of the extreme strength, balance, agility, accuracy, and endurance required to compete. Years of training tax the gymnast’s body to the utmost because movement refinement through repetition exposes the gymnast to many repetitive stress and traumatic injuries. While gymnasts range from the 5-year-old...Read More
Prevent Pickleball Injuries
Pickleball is a great, low-impact sport for people of all ages. However, injuries can still occur in a low-impact sport. To keep you on the court and playing for many more years, let’s look at some ways to prevent injuries.
Surviving the Wintertime Brrrs: Tips on Cold Weather Running
It is much easier to get out the door on that mid-week run on a sunny, mild spring day, but winter running is not as simple. How many layers should I wear? Should I wear gloves or mittens? How do I protect my head and face? Will it be dark before I’m done? What type...Read More
Revisiting Your New Year Resolutions (Without a Gym Membership)
The start of a new year often inspires resolutions, with many Americans setting goals to improve their lives. While many focus on getting in shape or becoming healthier, it’s not uncommon for motivation to waver as January progresses. But don’t worry – late January is the perfect time to reassess and reset your intentions for...Read More
PT-Approved Resolutions to Add to Your List
It’s that time of year again! The new year is just around the corner, which means many will create resolutions and set goals for the upcoming year. I want you to reflect on the goals you set last year. How did they go? How many did you accomplish? If you didn’t quite achieve what you...Read More