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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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?...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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Jan 19, 20244 min read