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Unlock the secrets to a healthier, more vibrant life with our informative blog, where we share expert insights and valuable tips on physical therapy, fitness, and overall well-being.
What to Eat to Gain Muscle
Building muscle is essential for all of us. Muscle "gains" are no longer reserved for the classic weight lifter or bodybuilder. Having...
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A Better Way to Do Physical Therapy
Physical Therapy can get a bad rep. I've heard all the names, from "physical terrorists" for inflicting pain or "overpriced trainers" for...
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HOW TO AVOID UNNECESSARY DOCTOR VISITS AND EXPENSIVE TESTS BY GOING DIRECTLY TO PHYSICAL THERAPY
Starbucks is one of my favorite places. It has excellent coffee, a friendly atmosphere, and great mugs to give as gifts. Another less...
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The Basics of Building a Strength Training Routine
Have you decided to start strength training and realized you need help? The information is out there, but the overwhelm from a large gym,...
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Strength Training vs. Cardio: Which is better?
The answer to this question is undoubtedly everyone’s favorite - it depends. It depends on what your goals and needs are. Both types of...
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The Four Phases of Physical Therapy You Need for Lasting Results
Physical therapy is defined in many different ways by a variety of people. This makes sense since PTs work in various settings and have...
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Strength Training for Longevity
Most everyone knows that exercise benefits them, but many don’t realize the life-preserving benefits of strength training. Unless you...
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Heel Pain? - It’s NOT Always Plantar Fasciitis
Heel pain is a common complaint amongst our physical therapy clients at Juniper Physical Therapy & Fitness in Manitowoc, WI. When they...
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3 Reasons Your Hamstrings Feel Tight
Many people feel hamstring tightness and automatically assume they need to stretch. This makes sense because, for years, we’ve been told...
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5 Causes of Inner Knee Pain - How to Effectively Find Knee Pain Relief
People of all ages and fitness levels can suffer from inner knee pain. This medial side of the knee is susceptible to various stressors...
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Are Custom Orthotics the Best Solution for Foot and Ankle Pain?
Flat feet and foot and ankle pain are the primary reasons clients come to us for custom orthotics. Many think they need them to have less...
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Should You Workout Barefoot?
Over the past few years, many of us have become accustomed to working out in our homes. Although Covid may be responsible for this...
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The Story of a Man who Kept His Knees
This is a real-life story of a 70-year-old man who was told he needed to replace his right knee in six months. As the title states, he...
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How to Lose Fat & Gain Muscle (while still being kind to yourself)
If you have put on extra pounds, you may have said, “I need to lose some weight.” Or, perhaps, your MD suggested you shed some weight...
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Body Care Providers - Who should you see?
If you are over 40 (or close-ish to it), like myself and many of my clients, you probably have experienced body aches and pains. You...
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