In Bloom Physio

05/26/2026

I wish I’d made these up…but no. 😑

Too many people are told to give up the activities they love, when in reality, there are so many things we can do to keep you living the active life you want. If you’re struggling with pain or pelvic floor issues, and you’ve been looking for a provider who takes the time to listen, cares for you as a whole person, and empowers you instead of giving you outdated, fear-based advice, I’d love to work with you. Reach out via the contact form on my website (link in bio), and let’s make a plan that helps you live your best life.

05/16/2026

Spent part of this rainy Saturday morning in a cozy yoga studio at , speaking to a group of parents-to-be at the start of their prenatal yoga class. Thanks to Heidi Brown for inviting me!

We talked about what your pelvic floor is, what it does, common problems that affect it, how to keep it happy, and the many benefits of exercise during pregnancy.

PSA for expecting parents: Prenatal yoga at the Southeast Y is free for the rest of May, open to both members and non-members. Share this post with a pregnant friend!🤰

05/10/2026

Come as you are, mama. 💗

Bring your baby. Cuddle them during our session (or hand them to me so you can focus on yourself for once). Pause to feed or change a diaper. Or come alone and enjoy an hour to yourself in a quiet, peaceful space.

If you’ve been putting off getting help with pain or pelvic floor issues because life with littles feels too chaotic, consider this your sign that you don’t have to wait. I’ll meet you where you’re at. 🫶 Reach out via the contact form on my website (link in bio).

05/05/2026

Congratulations to In Bloom Physio client Sarah on her successful finish of the half-marathon this past weekend - with a huge PR to boot!

Sarah came into my office three months ago seeking answers and relief for chronic pain in her right leg that was impacting her ability to run. Over the last two years, she had worked with numerous physicians, physical therapists, and personal trainers, all with little improvement in her symptoms or answers as to what was causing them.

By her second appointment, we’d identified that she was likely dealing with a nerve entrapment issue, and we discovered asymmetries in her ankle mobility, hip strength, flexibility, and balance. With some hands-on manual therapy, tweaks to her warm-up and cool-down routines, and finding some strategies to nip mid-run symptoms in the bud, she experienced rapid improvement in her leg pain. (I also referred her to a trusted former colleague for dry needling, because even though I’m a solo provider, I never underestimate the value of a team approach!).

On Saturday, she ran the Indy Mini, an event that had been nearly impossible for her to complete in recent years because of severe leg pain. Here’s what she had to say: “I had an unbelievable race. I bested last year’s PR by 27 minutes and achieved that sub-2-hour half that I wanted so badly! I had ZERO pain. I still can’t believe it!”

I couldn’t be more proud of this hardworking, dedicated, intuitive athlete on her hard-fought success. Celebrating my clients’ wins alongside them is the absolute best part of my job. Drop Sarah a congrats in the comments!

04/29/2026

Happy International Dance Day! 🩰💃🏻👯‍♀️

Fun fact: I danced for close to two decades, only hanging up my pointe shoes in my late 20s when I started physical therapy school. Working with dancers was my first passion as a PT student, and I had the honor of spending my last clinical rotation in Chicago, working with dancers from and . While I ultimately chose to build a life and career in Bloomington, instead of chasing the city lights and the professional dance world, I still love working with dancers of all ages, styles, and levels. It’s a joy to be able to support the next generation of artists in chasing their dreams, getting stronger, and staying safe and healthy.

Swipe to celebrate International Dance Day with a few of the dancers I’ve worked with recently - plus a throwback of me nine years ago, working backstage with the Joffrey Ballet!

04/27/2026

Or…we could actually assess what’s going on, treat it, and help you live your best, most active life. 🤘

You aren’t fragile or broken. Your body is adaptable, resilient, and capable. You deserve to stay active, keep doing what you love, and work with providers who help you get there. 💪

What’s some medical advice you’ve been given that didn’t sit right with you? What do you wish you’d been told instead? Let’s hear it in the comments! 👇

04/22/2026

As a physical therapist who’s navigated both acute injuries and chronic pain (yes, PTs are humans, too! 😱), here are a few things I don’t do when I’m hurting:

🚶🏻‍♀️While injuries or pain may change the way I exercise, they don’t mean I have to become a couch potato. Stopping all exercise can lead to deconditioning, stiffness, and delayed tissue healing, while regular movement stimulates blood flow, decreases pain and inflammation, and helps maintain physical capacity. I encourage my clients to think of exercise as a dimmer switch, not an on/off switch.

💉IASTM (or “scraping”), dry needling, cupping, medication, injections, and even surgery are all things I’ve personally benefitted from throughout my life, as have many of my clients. Instead of relying on these interventions to “fix” me, I see them as tools to decrease the irritability and severity of symptoms, laying a more stable foundation for the long-term solutions (AKA physical therapy)!

💪 Being in pain doesn’t necessarily mean lacking capacity. Continuing my daily activities (including lifting and carrying my kids) as much as possible, and focusing on strength training as I’m able, help me feel confident and resilient even when experiencing pain.

🧘‍♀️ An injured or painful body part doesn’t exist in isolation - it’s part of a complex ecosystem of factors that affect how our bodies heal. Stress, sleep, diet, hydration, and movement all play a role in the journey.

Questions about navigating an active lifestyle while experiencing pain? Drop me a comment or send me a DM - I’d love to help. 😊

04/14/2026

So happy to be able to help! Thanks to everyone who contributed!

On behalf of Pathways, we want to say a big thank you to I Support the Girls - Bloomington for the generous donation of feminine hygiene supplies! We would also like to thank Cook Medical and In Bloom Physio for hosting the feminine care drive!

04/08/2026

Hi, I’m Dr. Kristen Lund (you can call me Kristen). 👋

I started In Bloom Physio in 2024 after having my own children and struggling to return to my prior level of fitness. I decided to become the provider I needed but couldn’t find in Bloomington - a PT who was an expert in orthopedics, sports medicine, and pelvic health, who specialized in helping active women thrive.

When I’m not in the office, you can find me hanging out with my husband and our two daughters, nerding out over books and Broadway, and whipping up tea concoctions with comically bad latte art.

If you’re struggling with pain or pelvic floor issues that are keeping you from living your best, most active life, I’d love to get to know you, too. 💕 Reach out via the contact form on my website (link in bio).

01/26/2026

With more than a foot of snow falling in Bloomington this weekend, and a red travel warning still in place, who spent their Monday digging out? 🙋🏻‍♀️

If you still have shoveling to do, check out these tips to decrease the strain on your joints and muscles as much as possible. Using good mechanics goes a long way toward keeping your body happy and safe while doing a repetitive task like shoveling snow. (Even so, did I skip my planned strength workout today? ABSOLUTELY.)

Coming soon (somewhere in the mix of patient appointments and e-learning supervision, let’s be real): a few of my favorite stretches to do after shoveling.

Let me know if you have questions, and save this reel for the next snowstorm! ❄️

01/20/2026

In honor of IU’s historic football season and national championship win last night: here’s smiling Coach Cig to share a few PT wins! GO HOOSIERS! ⚪️🔴