by Bruk Ballenger | Dec 4, 2019
While annual statistics are bleak when it comes to the success rates of New Year’s resolutions, don’t conclude that goalsetting is a fruitless endeavor, says Shoreline physical therapist Bruk Ballenger. Simply resolve to set smarter goals. “This time of year,...
by Bruk Ballenger | Nov 6, 2019
Don’t have time for exercise? Perhaps, say physical therapists, it’s time to reframe what true exercise looks like. After all, exercise doesn’t require a gym, special equipment or a high intensity. Down to its core, exercise is simply movement, and...
by Bruk Ballenger | Nov 6, 2019
If you vow to never rest until you reach your personal health or athletic performance goal, you are overlooking a vital part of training and rehabilitation: recovery. That’s according to Shoreline physical therapist Bruk Ballenger. While the resolve...
by Bruk Ballenger | Oct 8, 2019
Running is not the kind of activity that demands great flexibility in general, but tight muscles and joints can cause pain, injury, and decreased performance. This is a huge topic in the running rehab world that can’t be adequately addressed in a short summary,...
by Bruk Ballenger | Oct 1, 2019
October is National Physical Therapy month, a time when physical therapists not only celebrate their profession, but also educate others about the role physical therapy plays in improving the health and vitality of their patients … and of...