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I help active people say goodbye to their foot and heel pain while staying ACTIVE so they can fully enjoy their hobbies again
In Person Sessions I Virtual Sessions

https://calendly.com/rwphysical/15-minute-free-consult

10/21/2025

Triumph Tuesday!! 👏🏼🔥

This is what pivoting looks like. 🏆

Meet Jackie: She came to me with plantar fascia pain that ultimately took running off the table (for now).

It’s the one thing she loves and she has been gearing up for a triathlon.

Recovery from injury isn’t just physical. It’s mentally exhausting, defeating, sometimes isolating.

But here’s what sets some people apart:

They find another way.

Instead of sitting out, she pivoted to aqua bike challenge.

And didn’t just participate, she took 1st place. 🥇

Here’s what makes this even better:

Jackie has TWO coaches- me as her run coach and her tri coach

We all acknowledge each other’s roles, we communicate, and most importantly?

We respect Jackie as the decision-maker.

Because at the end of the day, it’s her body, her goals, her journey.

Our job is to support her and find wins even in what feels like a really thick uphill battle.

This is what I mean when I say your goals matter.

When one door closes, we find a window. We adjust, we adapt, we keep moving forward.

I’m so incredibly proud of you, Jackie. Your perseverance. Your consistency. Your tenacity. Your willingness to accept hard things and do them anyway.

You’re a rock star, and I can’t wait to see what’s next for you…. which WILL be running!!

You are inspiring ❤️

Let’s get after it! 🙌🏼

10/18/2025

Day 7 from race day and I’m taking it easy.

I decided not to run and listen to my body. Which can be so frustrating sometimes 😑

Last night my left knee, my problem child, started to act up again.

Most likely due to all the hikes and not my typical shoe wear (I need wide toe hiking shoes ASAP!)

But anyway, I caught sunrise and spent part of my morning in my toe spacers and stretching.

My left calf is SO tight. So my focus this next week will be on ensuring I’m ready versus pushing through.

My left knee was my injury a few years back and as many scary thoughts that come through for me, my process is so much different this time.

I’m listening to my body instead of pushing, and the recovery tools I have are far superior to years ago.

Here’s to hoping the next 7 days shape up! 🤞🏼

10/15/2025

10 days until my 19-mile race for Cure SMA 💜

Ran this morning and feeling pretty good.

At this point in training, it’s not about doing MORE it’s about being SMART with what I’m doing.

Here are 3 things I see runners skip that will hurt their race (and I’m making sure I don’t miss them):

❌ Skipping a proper warm-up

You roll out of bed, lace up, and start running. Your body isn’t ready.
Cold muscles + immediate load = injury waiting to happen.
A proper warm-up primes your nervous system, increases blood flow, and prepares your body for the work ahead.

❌ Missing the mobility work

You’re building strength and endurance but ignoring the mobility that lets you actually USE it.
Tight hips, stiff ankles, locked-up thoracic spine—all of this changes your gait and puts stress where it doesn’t belong. Mobility isn’t optional.

❌ Not taking active recovery days

Rest days aren’t “do nothing” days. Your body needs movement to recover—light walks, easy bike rides, mobility work. Active recovery flushes out metabolic waste, reduces soreness, and keeps you moving better.

If you’re training for a race and skipping these? Let’s fix it before it’s too late.

📍 Tampa | DM me if you need help | Link in bio

07/16/2025

I have this conversation almost daily with my clients and I figured it finally deserved a spot here on Instagram.

Ever notice how your phone keeps autocorrecting the same word wrong, just because you mistyped it once?

That’s exactly what your body does after an injury.

It finds a workaround so you can keep moving.

But even after the injury heals, that “autocorrect” (aka compensation pattern) doesn’t just go away. It sticks.

You’re healed… but you’re still moving like you’re hurt.
 And until you retrain that pattern, your system keeps running on the glitch.

Movement isn’t just about fixing pain — it’s about rewriting the code your body’s been running on for way too long.

Raise your hand if you’re overdue for a movement reset. ✋

’tJustRecover

07/10/2025

Still wondering if the Running Scholarship is for you?
 Here are some honest answers to the top questions I’ve been getting👇

🏃🏻‍♀️ Whose this for?
→ It’s for runners who:
🛑 Are stuck in the pain–rest–pain cycle
😣 Feel frustrated by one nagging pain
🔄 Keep trying quick fixes, but nothing lasts
🙏 Just want to run pain-free again

🏆 What’s the “$10K” mean? → I’m giving away 1–2 full scholarships + multiple partial ones based on applications. You’ll work with me for 3 full months, 1-on-1. HUGE savings for you- trying to eliminate financial barrier for people!

🏃‍♀️ Can I be new to running? → YES!! Even better. Let’s build your base right the first time.

🗓️ Do I need to be signed up for a race ? → NOPE! It just helps me with your timeline if you are, not required at all.

📈 What does the program actually look like? → Full body assessment → custom strength + custom run plan → daily access to me → progressive pain-free coaching.

🚫 Do I have to stop running? → For most runners, no. Over 90% of my clients keep running during the program.

🎯 Still not sure? DM me “QUESTION” and I’ll help you decide if it’s a good fit—zero pressure.

07/09/2025

🥳$10,000 Scholarship Giveaway for Runners!! 🥳

I know what it’s like to run through pain, to drop out of races I trained so hard for, and to leave appointments feeling confused and just like this emoji —>🙄😖
 The frustration. The sadness. The feeling of defeat.
 I almost gave up running entirely.

But instead… I dove deep, studied everything I could, and built the very program I wished I had back then.

And now? It’s helped hundreds of runners get back to pain-free miles. 🙌

In this post, you’ll see real wins from real clients who’ve made comebacks they once thought were impossible.

✨ And now it’s YOUR turn.

I’m offering full and partial scholarships for my 3-month coaching program that includes:
 ✔️ A customized pain relief plan ✔️ A personalized running program ✔️ A strength plan built just for you ✔️ Weekly coaching visits* ✔️ And full support every step of the way

🚨 Apply before Friday!
 Comment “Run” for the link or head to the link in my bio.

Let’s get you out of pain and back to running stronger than ever.
❤️ Dr. Rachel

07/04/2025

I was out on a run when THAT ONE song came on.

The one that used to haunt me and I swear it was saying “knee pain” over and over and over.

It always seemed to play when I was struggling, hurting, and wondering if I’d ever get back.
�It felt like it was taunting me (silly, I know!)

But this time when I heard it? I actually stopped and laughed.
�Because that song doesn’t own my pain anymore.

It’s my comeback song now! 💪🏽

So heres your Friday Reminder:

Movement is medicine but only when it’s made for you.
The body you’re working with right now isn’t the same one you had before injury.�And it’s definitely not the same as the elite runner you’re watching online.

Copying someone else’s plan won’t bring your body back.
�What will?
Tuning in. Doing the work that fits you.�Showing up with patience, consistency, and honesty.

Because recovery isn’t just about movement.
�It’s about learning the body in front of you and building trust in it again.

That’s how you make your pain part of the story…. not the ending.

Ready for your comeback? DM me COMEBACK 🔥 and let’s climb, baby! 📈🙌🏼

06/05/2025

Running is simple… but it’s easy to get wrong.
 Even experienced runners make these 3 common mistakes:

1️⃣ Running Through Pain
2️⃣ Skipping Strength Days
3️⃣ Ignoring Your Feet

And when you do that, they can quietly:

😖stall your progress
🤕 cause nagging pain
🔄 or keep you stuck in the same cycle.

They’re not always obvious, but they matter more than most people think.

👉 Swipe through today’s post to see if any sound familiar — and learn what to do instead.

These small shifts can lead to huge improvements in how you feel, how you run, and how long you stay in the game.

You don’t have to overhaul everything.
 Just start by fixing what’s actually holding you back.

💬 Drop “RUN” in the comments if you’ve made one of these mistakes (we’ve all been there).
 🔖 And save this post — it’s one you’ll want to revisit.

05/28/2025

Meet Tylor — a graduate of my running program.

Swipe through to read his story, it’s inspiring!

I still remember our first interaction on Instagram, which led to a free consult and to him joining the program.

Back then, Tylor was in a tough spot — feeling defeated and calling this his “last-ditch effort” after trying so many other options without success.

Fast forward just 8 weeks: Tylor was running pain-free again.

And the best part? I had the privilege of cheering him on at his first road race back — 5 months after we wrapped up our work together.

If Tylor’s journey sounds familiar — if you’ve tried everything and still can’t find relief from pain — let’s chat.

There is a way forward.

👉 Comment “RUN” below to learn how you can run pain-free again!

05/23/2025

Exciting News – Welcome Dr. Cody!!! 👏🏼

We’re excited to announce that our physical therapy performance team is expanding!

Dr. Cody, our newest physical therapist, is officially on board and we can’t wait for you to meet him.

Dr. Cody comes to us with a strong background in sports, having played baseball throughout his life. Most notably, he completed a clinical rotation with the Baltimore Orioles, bringing firsthand experience in working with high-level athletes.

As a recent graduate, Dr. Cody is full of fresh ideas and energy, ready to build his clientele especially among athletes and active individuals in our community.

In his first week, he already met the South Tampa Football Club Men and Women’s teams which is a huge addition to our partnership!

Want to learn more?

He’s offering free phone consults, where you can chat with him directly, share your goals, and get started with a plan tailored to you!

Link below and also on his Instagram Bio!

https://calendly.com/rwphysical/dr-cody-free-phone-consult 
Let’s give him a warm welcome and help fill up his schedule! 🔥🚀💪🏽🙌🏼🏋🏻

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2053 Gregory Drive
Tampa, FL
33613

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm
Saturday	9am - 5pm

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http://Www.RW-physicaltherapy.com/

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