Fitness Basics

Whether you’re new to fitness or an old pro, this section will help you brush up on fitness fundamentals to keep it simple and get back to basics.

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Hands-On Bob & Brad Q2 Mini Massage Gun Review

If you’ve ever asked YouTube a physical therapy themed question, you may have come across Bob & Brad, “the two most famous physical therapists on the internet.”  Physical Therapists Bob Schrupp and Brad Heineck are known for their easy-to-digest patient-friendly videos covering a wide range of common physical therapy topics.  In addition to their approachable […]

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Hands-On NOBULL Trainers Review by a Physical Therapist

As a physical therapist and fitness instructor, you could say I’m mildly obsessed with how sneakers fit, feel, and perform during workouts.  I enjoy a variety of cross-training and group fitness classes, and until recently, I had trouble finding quality footwear that covered a lot of bases. A cushy running shoe is the go-to all-around gym

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Modifications For Shoulder Pain During Les Mills Body Pump

Les Mills Body Pump is a full-body strength class that highlights the major muscle groups of the body. The class uses a combination of barbells, free weights, and body weight exercises for a challenging and effective total body workout. But when you have shoulder pain, many of the movements seen in a Body Pump class

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What Muscles Does The Stairmaster Work?

A Stairmaster workout targets the major muscle groups of the lower body, including the calves, quadriceps, hamstrings, and glutes. Not to mention, it’s a fantastic low-impact cardio option for cardiovascular fitness. Let’s take a deeper dive into which muscles get the most work and how to maximize the benefits of Stairmaster.  The calves The calf muscles

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8 Low Impact Alternatives To Running

Running isn’t inherently bad for your body; however, sometimes you’re looking for a lighter alternative without compromising on heart rate boosting movement.  Low impact exercise decreases the stress on joints and soft tissues by eliminating jumping and other substantial forces on your body. The benefits of low impact training include all the perks of regular

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Free Weights vs. Machines – Which Are Better For Strengthening?

With so many strength training options available, it’s no surprise that people fall into analysis paralysis when choosing which weights to use.  Free weights vs. machines and which one is “better” is a very common question. Both free weights and machines offer unique individual benefits, and there are other considerations (such as your fitness level and

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