Bodies in Balance of Two Harbors

04/06/2026

Just 30 minutes of walking a day is a powerful habit that transforms your body and mind! It’s the easiest, most effective medicine you can take.

Incredible benefits of walking 👇

✅Blood Flow Increases: Regular walking strengthens your heart and improves circulation, ensuring vital oxygen and nutrients reach every part of your body efficiently.

✅Mood Improves: Physical activity releases natural mood-boosting endorphins, which fight off feelings of stress and anxiety, leaving you feeling happier and more confident.

✅Cortisol (Stress Hormone) Reduces: Walking helps manage your body’s response to stress, lowering cortisol levels and bringing your nervous system back into balance.

✅Blood Glucose & Fat Burning: A brisk walk helps regulate blood sugar levels and taps into fat stores for energy, significantly aiding in weight management and disease prevention.

✅Dopamine Release: As a weight-bearing activity, walking stimulates the release of dopamine, your brain's "motivation chemical", boosting focus, drive, and mental clarity.

✨It’s amazing how much good a simple walk can do. Lace up those shoes and make movement a priority today! 🌿

03/23/2026

We have Saunas!!!

Most people think sauna is just for relaxation… but it’s actually doing something much deeper inside your body.

Short heat exposure like a 15-minute sauna session can temporarily spike human growth hormone (HGH) levels. This hormone plays a role in muscle repair, recovery, and overall body maintenance. That’s why many athletes use sauna after workouts. Not because it burns fat directly, but because it supports recovery, which helps you train better over time.

But here’s the part people misunderstand
That “500% increase” sounds crazy… but it’s temporary, not permanent. It doesn’t mean you’ll suddenly build muscle or lose fat just by sitting in heat. Think of it as a support tool, not a magic solution.

What sauna can actually help with
• Faster recovery after workouts
• Improved blood circulation
• Relaxation and stress reduction
• Better sleep quality

What it won’t do alone
• Replace exercise
• Melt fat instantly
• Build muscle without proper training and diet

Use it smartly
Stay hydrated, keep sessions moderate, and don’t overdo it thinking “more heat = more benefits.” Your body doesn’t work like that.

Disclaimer: This content is for informational purposes only and not medical advice. Effects of sauna use can vary from person to person. If you have heart conditions, low blood pressure, or any medical concerns, consult a healthcare professional before using a sauna.

03/17/2026

Great vid on the Sternocleidomastoid (SCM). Try these exercises. Still have pain or dizziness book a consult with one of our Masters/doctorate Therpists!

03/10/2026

Got Pain?? Amy is dry needle certified!!

03/10/2026

PNF patterns My Favorite!
Try these! Still hurting see one of our Physical Therapists!!

03/10/2026

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03/08/2026

03/08/2026

Shoulder Pain? Call for a Physical Therapy Consult! Improving your biomechanics can prevent a Rotator Cuff tear!!

💪 Rotator Cuff (Shoulder Joint)

The Rotator Cuff is a group of four muscles and their tendons that surround the shoulder joint and help stabilize the head of the humerus in the glenoid cavity of the scapula.

🦴 Muscles of Rotator Cuff

These four muscles are commonly remembered by the word “SITS”:

1️⃣ Supraspinatus – Helps in initiation of shoulder abduction (first 15°)
2️⃣ Infraspinatus – Responsible for external rotation of the shoulder
3️⃣ Teres Minor – Assists in external rotation and stabilization
4️⃣ Subscapularis – Responsible for internal rotation of the shoulder

⚙️ Functions

✅ Stabilizes the shoulder joint
✅ Keeps the humeral head centered in the glenoid cavity
✅ Assists in shoulder movements like abduction and rotation
✅ Provides dynamic stability during arm movements

⚠️ Clinical Importance

Rotator cuff injuries are very common and may include:

🔸 Rotator cuff tendinitis
🔸 Impingement syndrome
🔸 Partial or full thickness tear

Symptoms may include shoulder pain, weakness, limited range of motion, and difficulty lifting the arm.
Doctor of physical therapy

03/08/2026

One of my Favorites!
Research shows greats TA ( transverse abdominis) contraction with this exercise.

09/30/2025

Joints are so much more than just bone meeting bone. They’re also comprised of the support structures around them: the cartilage, tendons, ligaments, muscles —…