In this post we discuss why the pain came back after rehab, and why it’s not necessarily a set back, but rather valuable feedback. This is something that happens so frequently that it must be a part of our nature: clients immediately moving into the exercise space created by resistance training. If done well, resistance […]
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How to change your posture without thinking about posture
In this post, we discuss how to change your posture without having to constantly think about it. If you’ve ever suffered with back, neck, or shoulder pain, I bet your posture has been blamed at some point. Interestingly, posture is hardly ever suggested as a cause of ankle, knee, or hip problems. Posture can be […]
Pain and injury recovery: Why process beats quick fixes
In this post we discuss why, when you’re trying to recover from pain and injury, process beats quick fixes every time. When you’re dealing with pain or injury, it’s tempting to turn to social media, Google, or ChatGPT for answers. There’s nothing wrong with educating yourself. But the sheer volume of information out there can […]
Over 50 with chronic back pain? Resistance training is the elephant in the room
If you’re over 50 with chronic back pain, the chances are you’re missing the one thing that can actually make a difference: resistance training. First, a couple of analogies to help the point I’m about to make stick: What would you say to a person who was struggling with their weight but survived on take-away […]
Why more rehab exercises can lead to worse outcomes
In this post, we discuss why adding more rehab exercises can lead to worse outcomes, and what to do if you find yourself in this situation. If you feel like you’re getting more and more exercises from your physio, but you’re actually feeling worse, this post will help explain why using a real-life example. The […]