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01/08/2026

Back to Better Basics: The Squat 🏋️‍♂️

No matter if you’re brand new to the gym or have been lifting for years, the basics matter.

The squat is a foundational movement for strength, performance, and injury prevention — but only when it’s done well. Good squat technique helps you move efficiently, protect your joints, and build strength that actually carries over to real life and sport.

This month on Wednesdays, we’re going Back to Better Basics — breaking down foundational movements and sharing simple technique cues to help you move better, lift stronger, and stay active for the long haul.

Follow along for more movement and form tips throughout January 👊

Momentum Monday - Warm Up to Stay in the GameA proper warm-up is just as important as your workout. Follow these simple ...
01/05/2026

Momentum Monday - Warm Up to Stay in the Game

A proper warm-up is just as important as your workout. Follow these simple tips to help improve your performance and reduce injury risk. Looking for a warm-up plan customized for your body and activity level? We can help. Send us a DM!

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🔥 The new year isn’t about starting over — it’s about building on what you’ve begun.You’ve put in the work, stayed consi...
12/31/2025

🔥 The new year isn’t about starting over — it’s about building on what you’ve begun.

You’ve put in the work, stayed consistent through the chaos, and created momentum. Now it’s time to grow from that base.

Your focus this month:
💫 Revisit your “why.”
💫 Set 1–2 movement goals that feel achievable.
💫 Keep your recovery routine just as strong as your workouts.
💫 Every rep, every stretch, every mindful moment — it all counts.

Schedule a discovery call today! Here’s to a stronger, more intentional you. 💥

🌙 Rest is not the absence of effort — it’s what makes progress possible.During a season that often pushes us to do more,...
12/24/2025

🌙 Rest is not the absence of effort — it’s what makes progress possible.

During a season that often pushes us to do more, remember: sometimes the best performance practice is pause.

Try this performance-minded rest approach:
💤 Prioritize 7–8 hours of sleep.
🧘‍♀️ Include gentle mobility or breath work on rest days.
🍽️ Nourish your body well — recovery needs fuel.
Resting with intention helps your body adapt, recover, and come back stronger.
💫 Consider Enhance Performance Therapy as part of your recovery routine. Send us a DM to get started!

So take today to recharge — you’ve earned it.

🎁 Before we rush into new goals, pause to celebrate your strength — not just the physical kind, but the mental and emoti...
12/22/2025

🎁 Before we rush into new goals, pause to celebrate your strength — not just the physical kind, but the mental and emotional resilience that got you here.

Think about it: every time you showed up when it wasn’t convenient, listened to your body, or made time for movement — you built strength.

Reflection prompt:
👉 “What am I proud about for how I cared for my body this year?”

Honor that answer. You’ve grown more than you realize.

Keep moving forward with gratitude, and carry that strength into the new year ahead. 💫

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🎯 The best time to start isn’t January 1st, it’s today.Every small effort you make now builds momentum that will carry y...
12/17/2025

🎯 The best time to start isn’t January 1st, it’s today.

Every small effort you make now builds momentum that will carry you into the new year feeling confident, not “starting over.”

Try this mindset shift:
Instead of “I’ll get back to it next month,” ask:
👉 “What’s one small thing I can do this week to stay consistent?”

Maybe it’s a walk, 15 minutes of strength work, or a quick stretch before bed. That’s enough to keep the habit alive.

Give yourself grace, but don’t give up your momentum. Send us a DM and get started today! The future you will thank you.

💪 Motivation comes and goes — but movement builds resilience.Especially this time of year, when routines get disrupted, ...
12/15/2025

💪 Motivation comes and goes — but movement builds resilience.

Especially this time of year, when routines get disrupted, your body doesn’t need perfection — it needs consistency.

Here’s how to keep your routine realistic:
✅ Choose shorter, more frequent sessions instead of long workouts you’ll skip.
✅ Focus on movement that feels good, not what “should” be done.
✅ Remember: showing up, even at 50%, still counts.

You’re training your body — and your mindset — to stay steady when things get unpredictable.

Keep showing up for yourself. That’s where resilience grows. 🌱

🎄 The holidays can be joyful — and stressful. When your schedule fills up, movement is often the first thing to go.But h...
12/08/2025

🎄 The holidays can be joyful — and stressful. When your schedule fills up, movement is often the first thing to go.

But here’s the truth: movement helps you manage the chaos.

Try these simple grounding habits this week:
🚶 Take a 10-minute walk after lunch to clear your mind.
😮‍💨 Roll out your shoulders and take 5 deep breaths before bed.
🧘 Do one stretch every morning before you check your phone.

The goal isn’t to do it all — it’s to stay connected to your body, even when life gets busy.

A little movement goes a long way in keeping you grounded, strong, and calm this season. 🌿

🧱 Strong performance starts with a solid foundation and there’s no better time to build it than now.The end of the year ...
12/03/2025

🧱 Strong performance starts with a solid foundation and there’s no better time to build it than now.

The end of the year is when most people hit pause, but even small, intentional movement now will set you up to feel stronger come January.

Here’s how to build your base:
✅ Focus on form and fundamentals — quality over quantity.
✅ Add core and stability work 2–3x/week.
✅ Prioritize recovery and mobility to support your next training phase.

You don’t need a “perfect plan.” You just need to keep showing up — even if it looks different during the holidays.
💥 Consistency now = confidence later.

Schedule a discovery call now and let us help you start building your base!

✨ Before we start setting new goals, take a moment to reflect. So often we skip straight to what’s next — new plans, new...
12/01/2025

✨ Before we start setting new goals, take a moment to reflect.

So often we skip straight to what’s next — new plans, new resolutions — but the most powerful progress starts with reflection.

Try this simple year-end practice:
📓 Write down 3 wins from your movement journey this year (no matter how small).
📈Note 1 area you’d like to grow.
✅Choose one action that supports that growth this month.

Reflection builds resilience — it helps you see not just what you did, but who you’ve become through the process.

🔁 Slow down, reflect, and reset. Your next chapter starts with awareness.

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