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Good Reps Physical Therapy is on a mission to help YOU reach your goals.

We are here to help you live your fullest potential by providing you with the right tools for good movement and recovery.

03/25/2026

Have you ever been told to RICE (rest, ice, compression, elevation) after an acute soft tissue injury? What if we told you there was a better way to help aid in your recovery and keep you moving! PEACE and LOVE! ✌🏾❤️

P: Protection (Avoid activities/movements that increase pain for the first 1-3 days)
E: Elevation (Elevate injured area above heart to help reduce swelling in the area)
A: Avoid Anti-Inflammatories (They can reduce the body's natural tissue healing processes)
C: Compression (To help reduce inflammation)
E: Education (Educate yourself or your patients on the benefits of an active approach to recovery and avoid unnecessary passive treatments)

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L: Load (Mechanical stress/loading tissues and normal daily activities should be started as soon as symptoms allow to promote repair, remodeling and build tolerance and capacity of tendons, muscles and ligaments)
O: Optimism (Stay positive and confident in your recovery! Increased optimism is associated with better outcomes.)
V: Vascularization (Increase blood flow to healing tissues by performing pain-free cardiovascular activities)
E: Exercise (Work to restore mobility, strength and proprioception early on)

Dubois B, Esculier J Soft-tissue injuries simply need PEACE and LOVE British Journal of Sports Medicine 2020;54:72-73.

03/21/2026

A lot of wrist pain during handstands comes from jumping straight into load without preparing the joints first. These 3 simple exercises can help build mobility and strength so your wrists can actually handle the position.

✔️ Banded Wrist Mobilization
Place the band low on your hand and gently rock forward and side-to-side (5–10 reps each) to open up the joint and improve wrist mobility.

✔️ Wrist Extension Lift Offs
Hands flat on a box or slant board.
Keep elbows straight and lift your fingertips off the surface for 5 seconds to strengthen the muscles that support your wrists.

✔️ Box Handstand Pikes
Alternate between plank → pike positions on a box to gradually load the wrists and prepare them for the weight of a handstand.

Small prep work like this can make a huge difference in pain, control, and longevity when training handstands.

Save this for your next training session and give your wrists the warm-up they deserve. 💪

03/18/2026

Rehab is a team effort. Here are some questions you can ask to get a better understanding of the process on day 1. ✔️

03/17/2026

Do you have throwing/combat athletes or individuals suffering from upper body tendinopathy, and don’t know what upper body plyometrics to program? Here are some of the ones that I like to use:

- Depth Push Ups: Start with hands on 2 platforms. Drop down to the ground, transition into the down position of the push up. Rapidly push yourself back up to the platform.

- Medicine Ball Slam: Use a light-to-moderate weighted med ball. Raise it up towards the ceiling and throw it straight down.

- Supine Medicine Ball Throw: Lie on your back. Hold a med ball with a diamond position with your hands. Press the ball to the ceiling rapidly. Catch and repeat

Do these for 3 sets for 5 reps.

These upper body plyometrics help with the acceleration/deceleration components in throwing/punching. They also help in end-stage tendinopathy rehab, allowing the tendon to withstand faster forces.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
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03/16/2026

Do you need to activate your glutes before every leg workout? Not necessarily, especially if you aren’t nursing any injuries or pain.

Your glutes don’t just forget how to turn on or work. By not doing them before every workout, you might save yourself some time and energy and your glutes will still work just fine.

With that said, if they make you feel more prepared and you have the time, then go for it. Remember, the best warmup is the one that makes you feel ready for the activity, not the specific drill that Instagram says you should do.
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03/13/2026

Tina overcame her challenges and started running again with Oscar's help and therapy plan. Hearing these stories is what it is all about!

03/11/2026

Post-op shoulder rehab in full swing with Dr. Otto! Rebuilding strength, restoring mobility, and getting back to barbell sports one rep at a time.
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03/07/2026

With tendinopathy patients, the concensus is to use isometrics first, then heavy slow eccentrics. EQI's help bridge the gap between iso and eccentric. Choose a single limb exercise and get a submaximal weight. Hold an isometric contraction at mid range for 30 seconds, then slowly move into a eccentric contraction for 15 seconds for the rest of the range.

You should be at near failure at the end of the isometric so choose a weight that will get you there. 2 to 3 sets of 1 repetition is more than enough.
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03/06/2026

If your gym does not have a GHD machine, but you're still trying to hit some lumbar capacity work, try this roman chair alternative!

03/03/2026

Strong shoulders are stable shoulders. load the upper body appropriately in various ways and see your risk for injury decrease.

03/02/2026

We are looking for another teammate/ Staff Physical Therapist.

A little bit more about us and this position:

Our Clinical Approach
Good Reps is a one-on-one outpatient orthopedic and performance focused physical therapy clinic rooted in movement science, patient education, and community engagement. We strive to:

-Develop treatment plans that align with patient goals and lifestyles
-Identify and address underlying root causes that have led to pain and injury
-Support active recovery with a focus on long-term outcomes
-Foster a welcoming, inclusive clinical environment

We’re Looking For a Physical Therapist Who:
-Has experience working with active individuals, from high-level athletes to recreational fitness enthusiasts
-Is passionate about strength and movement-based rehab
-Practices with clinical curiosity and values evidence-based treatment
-Thrives in a collaborative, patient-first clinical setting
Enjoys teaching and empowering patients through movement
-Brings a coachable mindset and a commitment to professional growth

Preferred (but not required):

-Involvement in your local fitness or wellness community
-Background in strength and endurance sports such
A positive attitude, team spirit, and a healthy appreciation for music and gym banter

What We Offer:
-1-on-1 care model: No double-booking and real time with every patient
-Well-equipped clinic: Access to barbells, strength equipment, and recovery tools
-Support & mentorship: Ongoing professional development and peer collaboration
-Inclusive culture: A supportive team where patients and providers feel seen and heard

If you’re committed to helping people move better, recover stronger, and build confidence through physical therapy we’d love to hear from you. Send us your resume - frontdesk@goodrepspt.com.

03/01/2026

Deadlifts: Do you know the difference between a Traditional Deadlift and an RDL and why to choose one over the other?

Traditional Deadlifts
-Start from the ground and weight is lifted through full hip extension
-Typically performed with heavier weight and focuses on concentric muscle contraction
-Used to build more overall muscle strength

RDL
-Starts with weight held at the top of range in full hip extension and lowered part way to the ground
-Typically performed with lighter weights and a focus on the eccentric muscle contraction of the hamstrings
-Beneficial to be programmed for individuals who are involved in sports that involve high-speed running, sudden acceleration/deceleration or quick direction changes

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639 Vanderbilt Avenue
Brooklyn, NY
11238

Website

http://www.goodrepspt.com/

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