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Dr. Sarah Laudone, DPT, OCS, CMTPT
🏃‍♂️ We help active adults and golfers get out of pain and back to doing what they love
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Not all pain after training means the same thing.Some of it is your body adapting.Some of it is your body asking for hel...
03/18/2026

Not all pain after training means the same thing.

Some of it is your body adapting.

Some of it is your body asking for help.

The hard part is knowing the difference.

Soreness is usually a normal response to training. It shows up later, feels more general, and often improves as you move.
Injury feels different.

It is more specific, shows up sooner, and tends to get worse the more you push through it.

Ignoring that difference is where a lot of people run into problems.

What feels small at first can turn into something that keeps you out of training longer than it should.

The goal is not to stop training every time you feel something.
It is to understand what your body is telling you so you can respond the right way.

If you are not sure whether what you are feeling is soreness or something more, DM us “PAIN”, and we will help you figure it out.

03/17/2026

If your knee pain keeps coming back, it is easy to think the knee is the problem.

So you stretch it.

You rest it.

You try to manage it.

But it still shows up when you run, lift, or push harder.

What a lot of people miss is that your body does not work in isolation.

Your knee is influenced by what your hips, ankles, and even your upper body are doing.

If those areas are not controlling movement well, the knee often ends up taking on more stress than it should.

That is why it keeps coming back.

It is not just about making the knee stronger. It is about improving how your whole body works together.

If your knee pain keeps showing up during training or running, DM us “MOVE”, and we will help you figure out what might actually be causing it.

Most golfers think inconsistent swings come from the club.So they work on grip, swing path, or tempo.But what if the rea...
03/17/2026

Most golfers think inconsistent swings come from the club.

So they work on grip, swing path, or tempo.

But what if the real issue starts before the club even moves?

Your body setup plays a bigger role in your swing than most golfers realize.

Small things like how your pelvis is positioned can influence how well you rotate, how smooth the swing feels, and even how your lower back handles the load.

When that control is missing, the swing often feels restricted or inconsistent and other areas start compensating.

Sometimes, fixing the swing is not about changing the swing at all.

It starts with how your body prepares to move.

DM us “GOLF” if your swing feels inconsistent or your lower back gets tight after a round, and we will help you figure out what might be limiting it.

03/16/2026

Many golfers focus on the swing itself.

They work on the club path, their grip, or their follow-through.

But one thing that often gets overlooked is how the body is positioned and controlled before the swing even starts.

Your pelvis plays a big role in setting up proper rotation. If it is not positioned or controlled well, your body may struggle to rotate smoothly, and other areas, like the lower back, can start compensating.

That can lead to swings that feel inconsistent, restricted, or uncomfortable over time.

Learning to control your pelvis and create better awareness in your setup can help you move more efficiently through the swing.

Sometimes small adjustments in how the body moves can make a big difference in how the swing feels.

If your swing feels restricted or your lower back gets tight after golf, DM us “GOLF” and we will help you work on it.

Stretching more does not always mean moving better.A lot of people spend time working on mobility, but the new range of ...
03/16/2026

Stretching more does not always mean moving better.

A lot of people spend time working on mobility, but the new range of motion never really sticks.

One reason is that mobility alone is not enough.

Your body needs strength and control in the positions you are trying to improve.

Without that, the nervous system often brings you back to the ranges where you already feel stable.

That is why combining mobility work with strength training is so important.

The goal is not just to move further. The goal is to be strong and confident in those new positions so your body actually uses them.

If you have been working on mobility but not seeing lasting changes, DM us “MOBILITY” and we will help you build strength to support it.

03/14/2026

If your upper back does not rotate well, your shoulders and lower back will eventually pay for it.

Your thoracic spine is designed to rotate.

But many people lose that movement from spending long hours sitting, training only in straight lines, or never working on rotational control.

When that happens, the body still tries to create rotation somewhere else.

Often, the lower back or the shoulders start compensating, which can eventually lead to stiffness or discomfort.

This drill helps you work on thoracic rotation while keeping your core engaged, so the movement comes from the right place.

Control first. Rotation second.

DM us “Mobility” if you want help improving your upper back mobility and control.

Pain rarely appears out of nowhere.Most of the time, it starts with small signs that people learn to ignore. A bit of di...
03/14/2026

Pain rarely appears out of nowhere.

Most of the time, it starts with small signs that people learn to ignore. A bit of discomfort during training, stiffness that disappears after warming up, or something that only shows up in certain movements.

Because the pain is not constant, it often feels easy to push aside.
But these early signals are usually your body telling you that something could be moving better, getting stronger, or handling load differently.

The good news is that many issues are much easier to address when they are still small.

Improving strength, mobility, and control early can often prevent bigger setbacks later.

If something has been bothering you during training or daily movement, DM us “MOVE” and we will help you figure out the next step.

03/13/2026

If your first few holes are always terrible, you probably skipped this.

Most golfers go from the car straight to the first tee and expect their body to perform right away.

But your hips, back, and shoulders have not been prepared for rotation yet. Your body is stiff, your timing is off, and the first few swings rarely feel smooth.

That is why a simple warm-up can make such a difference.

Getting your body moving, activating the right muscles, and preparing for rotation can help your swing feel smoother from the very first hole.

A few minutes before the round can save you several frustrating holes.

DM us “GOLF” if you want help preparing your body before your next round.

Deadlifts are one of the best exercises for building strength.But they should not constantly hurt your lower back.In man...
03/13/2026

Deadlifts are one of the best exercises for building strength.

But they should not constantly hurt your lower back.

In many cases, the issue is not the exercise itself but how the body moves during the lift.

If your hips are not hinging well, your lower back may start taking on more of the load.

Poor core control, bar position, or lifting more weight than you can control can also contribute.

Mobility can play a role, too.

If your hips or hamstrings are stiff, it becomes harder to hinge properly, and your spine may compensate to finish the movement.

The goal is not to avoid the deadlift. It is to improve how your body moves so the right muscles do the work.

Stronger glutes, better control, and improved mobility can make a big difference.

If your back keeps bothering you during deadlifts, DM us “DEADLIFT”, and we will help you figure out what might be causing it.

Recovery isn’t just about exercises.It’s about having someone in your corner who’s fully invested in your progress.Helpi...
03/12/2026

Recovery isn’t just about exercises.

It’s about having someone in your corner who’s fully invested in your progress.

Helping people get out of pain and back to the things they love is why I do this.

If you’re ready to actually address the root of your pain instead of just managing it, I’d love to help.

DM “RECOVER” to learn how we can start your journey.

03/11/2026

Single-leg deadlifts are great for building glute strength and stability.

But for a lot of people, balance becomes the limiting factor before the muscles are even challenged.

Instead of training the movement, you end up fighting to stay upright.

This modified split stance deadlift with a band row helps create more stability so you can focus on the hinge, your glutes, and proper control.

The band also encourages your upper body to stay engaged, which can make the movement feel more stable and coordinated.

It is a great option if regular single-leg deadlifts feel too frustrating or unstable.

If balance is the thing holding your single-leg training back, DM us “STABILITY”, and we will help you improve it.

If one side of your squat always feels stronger, there is a reason.Two-leg exercises let your dominant side take over wi...
03/11/2026

If one side of your squat always feels stronger, there is a reason.

Two-leg exercises let your dominant side take over without you realizing it.

Single-leg training removes the compensation and exposes the imbalance instantly.

That is why exercises like Bulgarian split squats, step-ups, and single-leg RDLs can dramatically improve your squat and deadlift.

Train each leg individually, and the weaknesses become obvious.

Fix the weakness, and your big lifts get stronger.

DM “Balance” if one side of your lifts always feels stronger or less stable, and we will help you identify the imbalance and show you how to fix it.

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Franklin, MA
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Tuesday 7am - 12pm
Wednesday 1pm - 7pm
Thursday 7am - 12pm
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