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Implementing Isometrics: Pushing vs. Holding
Last week’s blog talked about all things isometrics, and it is a super simple concept: Turn your muscles on to hold a certain static...
Made 2 Move Team
May 22, 20243 min read
Programming and Rehab Based on Contraction Type
Using different modes of contraction typically happens naturally throughout training, but for those looking to get more nuanced in their...
Made 2 Move Team
May 16, 20244 min read
Implementing Isometrics: From Rehab to Sports Performance
To weeks ago our blog delved into the different muscle contraction types. With this knowledge in mind, what do you think pause squats, a...
Made 2 Move Team
Apr 17, 20245 min read
ACL Graft Options
As of 2022, it is estimated that there are roughly 100,000 Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstructions (ACLR) performed each year. With...
Made 2 Move Team
Apr 12, 20246 min read
Muscle Mastery 101: Isometric vs. Eccentric vs. Concentric
Muscles have a variety of contraction modes and actions to help us perform every movement we do. This happens unconsciously and in...
Made 2 Move Team
Apr 3, 20243 min read
Part 2: No Pain, No Gain - Actually Sometimes True?
Last week’s blog delved into the commonly accepted guidelines in rehab that pain should be avoided at all costs. And while excruciating...
Made 2 Move Team
Mar 28, 20243 min read
Part 1: No Pain, No Gain - Actually Sometimes True?
As Physical Therapists, we get this question ALL THE TIME: "When is pain okay during a workout, and when should I stop?" This is actually...
Made 2 Move Team
Mar 20, 20244 min read
Part 2: Step by Step- Navigating the Terrain of Shin Splints
Last week’s blog delved into what shin splints are and why athletes should be aware of them when amping up their training. This week’s...
Made 2 Move Team
Mar 14, 20243 min read
Part 1: Step by Step- Navigating the Terrain of Shin Splints
Ah, the dreaded shin splints… if you’re a runner or an athlete in any sport that involves running or jumping, you’ve probably...
Made 2 Move Team
Feb 29, 20244 min read
What’s The Real Fountain of Youth?
Hot take: forget botox and filler. Strength training is the real fountain of youth. But many people are hesitant to begin strength...
Made 2 Move Team
Feb 21, 20244 min read
What do 18 Holes and A Walk Have in Common?
Golf and walking…two hobbies of many of our clients (and therapists) here at Made 2 Move! What do these activities have in common?...
Made 2 Move Team
Feb 14, 20244 min read
Yes you CAN Lunge and Split Squat with Knee Pain
Last week's blog delved into ways to manage and ultimately overcome patellofemoral pain (PFP). Moving, loading, and continuing with your...
Made 2 Move Team
Feb 9, 20244 min read
Demystifying Patellofemoral Pain - Strategies to Manage and Overcome It with Physical Therapy
Name this pain: 1 in 14 adolescents and 1 in 5 adults experience it at some point in time, it is common in active populations, and is...
Made 2 Move Team
Jan 31, 20244 min read
Post-Competition Blues
We see beasts from every sport here at Made 2 Move: Crossfit, powerbuilding, olympic lifting, rock climbers, marathoners, ultra...
Made 2 Move Team
Jan 26, 20244 min read
The Problem with Traditional ACL Rehab
Imagine this. You tear your ACL. You’re devastated. You’ve been benched and you can’t play your favorite sport or even exercise the way...
Made 2 Move Team
Jan 19, 20244 min read
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