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2025-02-28
3 Ways We Get Knee Pain VERY Wrong!
Jessica Bento, Physical Therapist (Creator DVRT Restoration Certification, DVRT Rx Shoulder, Knees, Pelvic Control, & Gait Courses) If I told you that something affects 25% of the U.S. population (1), you’d probably think it’s a BIG deal. Now, what if […]
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Why Glute Training Is Better When You Connect the Core
When we talk about glute training, most people think of hip thrusts and other isolated movements aimed at building strength or aesthetics. While those exercises “work” the glutes, they often miss the bigger picture of how the glutes truly function. […]
read more2024-12-30
Better Backs, Glutes, Adductors, & Knees
Early Bird Ends VERY Soon! Don’t Miss Our PKM Masterclass HERE It might seem like a VERY weird combo the title of today’s post. Sure, it may make sense how stronger glutes could help our backs and knee be more […]
read more2024-12-11
How To Maximize Strength Training For Runners
Sometimes it is fun to discuss how to use good strength training to achieve specific goals for activities we like to do out of the gym. A very recreational or even competitive activity that a lot of people would come […]
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Why Kettlebells Are Great For Rehab
Jessica Bento, Physical Therapist (Creator DVRT Restoration Certification, DVRT Rx Shoulder, Knees, Pelvic Control, & Gait Courses) I believe the year was 2008 or possibly 2009—my first introduction to functional training tools like suspension trainers, kettlebells, and Ultimate Sandbags. Before […]
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How Social Media Knee Pain Solutions Are Hurting Your Knees
Jessica Bento, Physical Therapist (Creator DVRT Restoration Certification, DVRT Rx Shoulder, Knees, Pelvic Control, & Gait Courses) I understand why people often default to focusing on the quadriceps when dealing with knee pain. The quads have a direct connection to […]
read more2024-11-19
Why Calf Raises Are Not That Great for Knee Pain
Jessica Bento, Physical Therapist (Creator DVRT Restoration Certification, DVRT Rx Shoulder, Knees, Pelvic Control, & Gait Courses) Ah, the calf raise. You know the drill. Stand tall, plant your feet shoulder-width apart, and slowly raise your heels off the ground, […]
read more2024-11-4
Why There’s No “Magic Fix” for Chronic Pain in Fitness – But Here’s What Can Actually Help
One of the biggest issues social media has brought to fitness is the idea that there’s *one* or even a handful of exercises that can “fix” your shoulder, back, knee, or any other pain. The truth? There’s no magical exercise […]
read more2024-10-31
How Trying To FIX Your Pain Makes Your Chronic Pain Worse!
The hedonic treadmill is a psychological concept referring to our tendency to quickly adapt to both positive and negative life changes, returning us to a baseline level of happiness or contentment. This phenomenon is often discussed in the context of […]
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