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Today, I want to share with you my definition of “range-of-function”

And

How I personally incorporate more “function” into my daily / weekly routine

But first, what is “range-of-function”?

What are the steps that you need to take in order to improve your “range-of-function”?

Building better habits into your routine will help solidify “function” to stay around longer

So let’s dive a bit deeper as to how you can incorporate more "function" to fit your needs

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Most times, when we are doing the right steps to help our bodies feel better, be better, move better & function better we tend to slowly slip away from those “already instilled” habits that keep us there

When we feel optimal, we begin to slightly lose the consistency game

And that’s when previous injury, niggles, stiffness or pain creeps back up

Our habits help re-shape our future self for the better

So if our habits are (truthfully) the right habits to instill — then you will know what makes you feel “healed”…feeling optimal

Today, I want to share a long story about my recovery from #achillestendonitis (2.5 years in) & what I suffered during the healing process

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The term “health insurance” doesn’t truly ensure your health & wellness status

[Backwards…I know]

In fact, health insurance should be termed “sickness insurance”

Sickness insurance is in place to take on RISK when an emergency happens that leads someone into the medical system (AKA hospital)

Seeking physiotherapy (PT) services does not equate to using your sickness insurance (that’s not the intention) to “cover the intended services” that are provided

One seeks PT services to help CARE for their HEALTH (i.e “Healthcare Insurance” — YOU are caring for your health, wellness, fitness & recovery statuses)

Hear me out on my personal insight as to why your “health insurance” isn’t what you think it should be

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The physiotherapy (PT) profession doesn’t help paint a solid picture for the public to understand what it really can do for them

Unfortunately, we only expose them to the first layer [& nothing more]

PT doesn’t just exist to help get people out of pain

Rather…

PT can do much more by revealing the deeper layers to making an impact on one’s health, wellness, fitness & recovery pathways

Today, I want to share with you my deepest thoughts & insights that will help sway you into thinking of making PT a part of your life-span & health-span

So you can feel better — be better — move better — function better

APTA LINK: https://www.apta.org/your-career/careers-in-physical-therapy/becoming-a-pt

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I believe there is a significant difference in seeking self-exploration versus professional guidance when it comes to responding to your own body’s warning signals (i.e. Pain signals)

Here’s my concepts — I categorize individuals into two “types of responders”:

The “seasoned” individual
The “rookie” individual

As a “rookie individual”, it may be best to seek professional help earlier rather than later so you can learn some detailed insight on how to create a successful intervention if something pops up again in the future

But…

If you’re a “seasoned individual” & have previously established a working relations from a trusted healthcare provider, then I think it’s certainly ok to attempt your own interventions first; however, if no progress is being made, then it may be time to call our your healthcare team to get on top of the issue

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Clearly this topic today will be focused on the physical therapy profession

I have come across many professionals out there who “claim” the be the “best”

No one is ever the “best” (me included)

But I think it’s important for us [PTs] to start stepping up to the plate rather than downgrading our profession

Newsflash — It will get us NOWHERE to continue to work for the medical system!

So I challenge you to make your own path to create a positive impact on those around you

To truly figure out your WHY & HOW you can make physiotherapy a part of someone’s lifestyle

[Warning: I may (or may not) get heated on this topic]
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This for sure is a loaded question I’ve been getting from athletes & patients

There are so many “things” to track when we finally decide to take control of our health & wellness

Not to mention build better approaches in doing so

These are my 5 pillars to monitor throughout the health-span & lifespan

Because why would we just STOP at “good enough”?

My 5 pillars (in this specific order):

Sleep
Water intake
Daily movement / exercise
Nutrition
Stress management

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There comes a point where self-directed treatment must occur within the patient's timeline of care

If there is no patient input [within their own care], then we are not truly putting our patients first

True success won’t happen

With physiotherapy, it’s more than just “getting out of pain” or “returning back to exercise”

It’s about LEVELING UP to enhancing longevity & lifespan!

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Medication (AKA meds) have a time & place during the physiotherapy journey

When something is “acute” or “severe” in which it interferes with our daily functioning within society,

Then use of pain meds [in this story I’m about to share with you] is totally appropriate in order to manage symptoms & regain some function back

Meds can serve us well when it’s prescribed at specific time period of healing or when we need it for an acute reaction to something that may be life-threatening

Hear me out on a recent patient of mine & her leg pain experience when she first walked into the FPT clinic

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Did you know that about 20-30% of individuals will experience some type of vertigo after recovering from COVID?

Yeah — neither did I — this is a highly wild number!

In early August 2023, my mother experienced this post-COVID vertigo called BPPV

And today I want to share her experience with you & what PT can do to help!

[BPPV = Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo]

BPPV can easily be assessed & treated by a physiotherapist without medications

RESEARCH LINK 1: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10174602/pdf/41983_2023_Article_659.pdf

RESEARCH LINK 2: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9313303/pdf/brainsci-12-00948.pdf

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There is a difference & experience between “good” vs “bad” inflammation

Inflammation is a “good” thing — it means that our body is capable of building a “defense mechanism” to injury, disease, sickness, etc.

But when inflammation lasts longer than expected, that’s when things may take a wrong turn

As a physiotherapist, we need to really hone in on our patients timeline of events & what they are experiencing OUTSIDE of our office visit

I hate to put “good / bad” labeling on topics like this…

But I wanted to share with you my thoughts on when one may be in a more “bad inflammation” phase, especially when all the other options there were / are being implemented isn’t working

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There’s a MAJOR difference between these two types of surgery

Elective surgery = a surgical procedure that is less invasive in nature which may require local anesthesia or undergo “same-day” surgery; it is typically “scheduled in advance”

Some examples may include:

Total knee replacement
Superficial skin cell resections
Rotator cuff repair
Nerve ablations

Emergency surgery = an immediate surgical procedure that must be performed in order to preserve one’s life; it is NOT a scheduled surgery — it must occur immediately without schedule notice

Some examples may include:

Cardiac stent implants
Appendectomy
Brain bleeds
Sepsis

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It’s never too soon to seek out help from a physiotherapist when one sustains an acute (musculoskeletal) injury

[Just as long as the injury is not a life-threatening concern]

Most times, we can heal on our own without outsider help

But…

It can take longer than usual without effective & proper guidance / intervention from a licensed professional

A physiotherapist can bridge the gap between staying off the sidelines & remaining active throughout the healing process

Hear me out on a patient story I’d like to share with you just in case you may be on the fence about whether or not to seek physiotherapy to help you get better faster!

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This has been such a hot subject to discuss with my athletes & patients recently

Yet alone to put yourself through so you can feel the benefits for muscle recovery

I have had to pleasure to perform weekly cold plunges after long training sessions on Saturday mornings

And what an eye opener it was!

For muscle recovery, current research found that:

11 minutes a week (i.e. 3-4 sets of 2-3 minute exposures)
Optimal cold water temperature ~ 59*F
Ending the day with cold plunge [specifically for muscle recovery]
Increase in norepinephrine hormone / neurotransmitter (aka adrenaline)
Regulates cortisol levels more precisely

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We do not want to promote a “disabling” environment, but rather a SUPPORTING environment that will still maintain independence for the older adult

Home safety can be easily overlooked in the older adult population

Especially when one is discharged back home after a bout of sickness that may have caused them to be hospitalized

Or…

If one is recovering from a stroke waiting to get physiotherapy in the outpatient setting

Listen to some considerations to apply within the older adult’s home for safety & prevention of falls / injury

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As the aging timeline progresses, a significant increase in fall risk rises

Falling (along with poor balance) increases one’s chances of suffering a lower extremity injury or even a traumatic brain injury

Research has shown that a lack of exercise & strengthening contributes to increased fall risk in the aging population

So…

If there’s one thing to focus on as we age, it’s continuing to learn to get up & down from the floor

And,

Incorporating strength + balance training on the daily

FALL STATISTICS LINK: https://www.apta.org/news/2020/09/22/falls-prevention-week-2020

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A question that I’ve been recently receiving a lot from my patients

And, I personally continue to use on a weekly basis for myself

But first, let’s define what intermittent fasting (IF) is:

IF is a time-restricted window of not eating
Typically a 12-18 hour “fasting” period
Which means an “eating window” of 6-8 hours

From research & personal experience insights, I believe that IF can be a fantastic tool for:

Helping mitigate digestive issues
Promoting weight loss / decreased body fat
A busy work schedule & travel lifestyle
Religious purposes & personal beliefs system

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Ever see someone in the gym lift heavy weights with knee wraps / sleeves on?

Ever see an athlete wear a strap on their elbow or knee?

Listen in on my opinion & definition on when to wear these accessories during rehabilitation or gym training / exercise
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Medications are a part of the healing process especially when one undergoes a surgical [orthopaedic] procedure

Meds help the patient heal & to be able to tolerate the physical therapy rehabilitation treatments

When a surgeon or physician prescribes them for post-surgical recovery, they are a SAFE & ACCEPTABLE level of dosage

Know that there are 5 “classes / schedules” of meds (see link below)

Link: DEA website

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Fortress PT is here to serve the Charlotte-Metro area by highlighting the importance of how & why physical therapy should be a part of your health & wellness lifestyle

PURSUIT | PRECISION | PURPOSE

DISCLAIMER: THIS PODCAST SERVES FOR EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY. IT IS NOT A SUBSTITUTE FOR ADVICE FROM YOUR PERSONAL PHYSICAL THERAPIST OR OTHER HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONAL(S).

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980-272-8044

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Entering the medical system too early happens very often in our culture

So often, that patients become a “hot potato” being tossed from physician to physician without full answers to their immediate concerns

This, unfortunately, leads to a significant rise in prescription medication usage

And…

A downward spiral to health, wellness, fitness & recovery processes

Today, I want to share a story with you that I have been proudly a front-line healthcare provider for a patient of mine & continue to help her regain control of her life again

BONUS CONTENT: #FPTCOFFEETALK 33

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The Function with Purpose Podcast

All things health - wellness - fitness - & education through the physical therapy perspective

Fortress PT is here to serve the Charlotte-Metro area by highlighting the importance of how & why physical therapy should be a part of your health & wellness lifestyle

PURSUIT | PRECISION | PURPOSE

DISCLAIMER: THIS PODCAST SERVES FOR EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY. IT IS NOT A SUBSTITUTE FOR ADVICE FROM YOUR PERSONAL PHYSICAL THERAPIST OR OTHER HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONAL(S).

Amy@fortressphysicaltherapy.com

980-272-8044

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When patients reach out to me for help, they are typically experiencing pain or are unable to perform certain movements during their workouts or fitness endeavors

Commonly, 9 out of 10 times patients are experiencing a “musculoskeletal” injury or setback that is preventing them from performing their best

However…

It is VERY RARE that I have to instruct patients to “SHUT IT DOWN”

But…

If a certain movement or exercise is the main thing that is causing the aggravation to begin with, then I must ORDER them to SHUT IT DOWN for their own future safety

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The Function with Purpose Podcast

All things health - wellness - fitness - & education through the physical therapy perspective

Fortress PT is here to serve the Charlotte-Metro area by highlighting the importance of how & why physical therapy should be a part of your health & wellness lifestyle

PURSUIT | PRECISION | PURPOSE

DISCLAIMER: THIS PODCAST SERVES FOR EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY. IT IS NOT A SUBSTITUTE FOR ADVICE FROM YOUR PERSONAL PHYSICAL THERAPIST OR OTHER HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONAL(S).

Amy@fortressphysicaltherapy.com

980-272-8044

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My surgeon told me to rest…therefore I shall rest…

I don’t know about you, but when one undergoes an orthopaedic / musculoskeletal surgery I believe this concept is WACK!

Here’s why…

The gym should be a place for “continued physiotherapy” from the exercise perspective

Just because you had surgery doesn’t mean the gym is off-limits

In order to recover better & faster, you must continue to exercise / weight lift / move as much as possible to aid in better outcomes post-surgery!

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The Function with Purpose Podcast

All things health - wellness - fitness - & education through the physical therapy perspective

Fortress PT is here to serve the Charlotte-Metro area by highlighting the importance of how & why physical therapy should be a part of your health & wellness lifestyle

PURSUIT | PRECISION | PURPOSE

DISCLAIMER: THIS PODCAST SERVES FOR EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY. IT IS NOT A SUBSTITUTE FOR ADVICE FROM YOUR PERSONAL PHYSICAL THERAPIST OR OTHER HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONAL(S).

Amy@fortressphysicaltherapy.com

980-272-8044

https://linktr.ee/FortressPT

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As my father would say…I’m not here to “keep up with the Jones”

I’m here to create VALUE-BASED CARE in order for patients to confidently know they are making VALUED-BASED CHOICES when they walk through the FPT door

As my knowledge & education increases — so does the VALUE for my patients’ expectations

I want my patients to FEEL:

CONFIDENT
POWERFUL
STRONG
EDUCATED
RESILIENT
TRUSTED

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The Function with Purpose Podcast

All things health - wellness - fitness - & education through the physical therapy perspective

Fortress PT is here to serve the Charlotte-Metro area by highlighting the importance of how & why physical therapy should be a part of your health & wellness lifestyle

PURSUIT | PRECISION | PURPOSE

DISCLAIMER: THIS PODCAST SERVES FOR EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY. IT IS NOT A SUBSTITUTE FOR ADVICE FROM YOUR PERSONAL PHYSICAL THERAPIST OR OTHER HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONAL(S).

Amy@fortressphysicaltherapy.com

980-272-8044

https://linktr.ee/FortressPT

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Today I want to share a recent interaction I had with a patient / athlete of mine who sustained an ACL injury earlier this year

Our main focus for her rehabilitation & recovery journey was to control as many controllables as possible

All while continuing to maintain her fitness & strong mentality to keep making 1% daily gains

BONUS CONTENT: #fptcoffeetalk 12 - How I will navigate shoulder pain & continue training

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The Function with Purpose Podcast

All things health - wellness - fitness - & education through the physical therapy perspective

Fortress PT is here to serve the Charlotte-Metro area by highlighting the importance of how & why physical therapy should be a part of your health & wellness lifestyle

PURSUIT | PRECISION | PURPOSE

DISCLAIMER: THIS PODCAST SERVES FOR EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY. IT IS NOT A SUBSTITUTE FOR ADVICE FROM YOUR PERSONAL PHYSICAL THERAPIST OR OTHER HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONAL(S).

Amy@fortressphysicaltherapy.com

980-272-8044

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Within normal limits (WNL) is a “hypothetical blueprint” set by [health] insurance companies

This places a MINIMUM THRESHOLD on your improvement status so that discharge is achieved from physical therapy care

But…by no means are you MORE FUNCTIONAL than when you came into physical therapy to begin with

WNL sets limitations to expectations in the physical therapy atmosphere — which, in turn, sets our patients up for failure down the road

This is a backwards blueprint that must be broken now [not later]

Hear me out on what I believe we, as PTs, need to do to help our patients continue to feel success & progress in their health, wellness, fitness & recovery paths

BONUS CONTENT: #fptcoffeetalk 31 - “The Functional Limitator”

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The Function with Purpose Podcast

All things health - wellness - fitness - & education through the physical therapy perspective

Fortress PT is here to serve the Charlotte-Metro area by highlighting the importance of how & why physical therapy should be a part of your health & wellness lifestyle

PURSUIT | PRECISION | PURPOSE

DISCLAIMER: THIS PODCAST SERVES FOR EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY. IT IS NOT A SUBSTITUTE FOR ADVICE FROM YOUR PERSONAL PHYSICAL THERAPIST OR OTHER HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONAL(S).

Amy@fortressphysicaltherapy.com

980-272-8044

https://linktr.ee/FortressPT

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We are constantly surrounded by a lack of protein sources, especially when it comes to travel plans

It is so imperative to make PROTEIN an essential when travels occur expectedly & unexpectedly

PROTEIN is the macronutrient that maintains muscle mass & helps keep our bodies feeling strong

So upon your next planned trip [or unplanned travel], consider packing these simple protein resources with you:

Pre-cooked chicken
Tuna packets
Whey / collagen / casein protein single serves
Single serve yogurts
Protein bars (duh — forgot to talk about them within the show today)

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The Function with Purpose Podcast

All things health - wellness - fitness - & education through the physical therapy perspective

Fortress PT is here to serve the Charlotte-Metro area by highlighting the importance of how & why physical therapy should be a part of your health & wellness lifestyle

PURSUIT | PRECISION | PURPOSE

DISCLAIMER: THIS PODCAST SERVES FOR EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY. IT IS NOT A SUBSTITUTE FOR ADVICE FROM YOUR PERSONAL PHYSICAL THERAPIST OR OTHER HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONAL(S).

Amy@fortressphysicaltherapy.com

980-272-8044

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This is the minimal effective dose to keep your body moving – especially when you have unplanned travels or an unpredictable environment to navigate

The warm-up routine is where the $$ lays

It sets you up for success to prep your nervous system & the muscles / target areas to ease into your exercise training for the day

The warm-up can make you feel progress & have purpose

But…skipping prevents you from FEELING the desired results you long for

So in order to maintain or at least FEEL progress with your workouts or physiotherapy exercise protocols…

Then,

DON’T SKIP YOUR WARM-UP

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The Function with Purpose Podcast

All things health - wellness - fitness - & education through the physical therapy perspective

Fortress PT is here to serve the Charlotte-Metro area by highlighting the importance of how & why physical therapy should be a part of your health & wellness lifestyle

PURSUIT | PRECISION | PURPOSE

DISCLAIMER: THIS PODCAST SERVES FOR EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY. IT IS NOT A SUBSTITUTE FOR ADVICE FROM YOUR PERSONAL PHYSICAL THERAPIST OR OTHER HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONAL(S).

Amy@fortressphysicaltherapy.com

980-272-8044

https://linktr.ee/FortressPT

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Today I want to talk about two main types of stretching — Static vs Dynamic

Is one better than the other, Dr. Amy?

No – but I do believe we need BOTH!

[Going to nerd-out on this topic for those who are interested in the deep deets]

1) STATIC STRETCHING

Focuses more on the tendon aspect of the muscle-tendon connection to the actual bone
Advantageous to get into end-range positions
Personally, I like to static stretch within the cool-down routine

2) DYNAMIC STRETCHING

Focuses more on the muscle spindle aspect of the muscle belly
Advantageous to “prime” the working muscles for performing a specific movement pattern with better efficiency
Personally, I like to dynamic stretch within the warm-up routine

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BONUS – FPT YouTube Channel link:* https://www.youtube.com/@fortressphysicaltherapy**

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The Function with Purpose Podcast

All things health - wellness - fitness - & education through the physical therapy perspective

Fortress PT is here to serve the Charlotte-Metro area by highlighting the importance of how & why physical therapy should be a part of your health & wellness lifestyle

PURSUIT | PRECISION | PURPOSE

DISCLAIMER: THIS PODCAST SERVES FOR EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY. IT IS NOT A SUBSTITUTE FOR ADVICE FROM YOUR PERSONAL PHYSICAL THERAPIST OR OTHER HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONAL(S).

Amy@fortressphysicaltherapy.com

980-272-8044

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This is a frequent question I receive from patients

So I wanted to help provide some insight as to WHY one would workout BEFORE or AFTER their physiotherapy sessions

I believe in sequencing & appropriate steps to be walked when entering / exiting physiotherapy sessions

[Side note…we didn’t lose power for 8 days – I meant to say 8 hours…oops!]

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The Function with Purpose Podcast

All things health - wellness - fitness - & education through the physical therapy perspective

Fortress PT is here to serve the Charlotte-Metro area by highlighting the importance of how & why physical therapy should be a part of your health & wellness lifestyle

PURSUIT | PRECISION | PURPOSE

DISCLAIMER: THIS PODCAST SERVES FOR EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY. IT IS NOT A SUBSTITUTE FOR ADVICE FROM YOUR PERSONAL PHYSICAL THERAPIST OR OTHER HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONAL(S).

Amy@fortressphysicaltherapy.com

980-272-8044

https://linktr.ee/FortressPT

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Controlling the health metrics AT THE FOUNDATIONAL LEVEL

If you want to better your body, then you must hone in on the basic health metrics:

Sleep
Nutrition
Movement
Stress

Which health metric do you need to spend your energy on so you can build a better foundation?

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The Function with Purpose Podcast

All things health - wellness - fitness - & education through the physical therapy perspective

Fortress PT is here to serve the Charlotte-Metro area by highlighting the importance of how & why physical therapy should be a part of your health & wellness lifestyle

PURSUIT | PRECISION | PURPOSE

DISCLAIMER: THIS PODCAST SERVES FOR EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY. IT IS NOT A SUBSTITUTE FOR ADVICE FROM YOUR PERSONAL PHYSICAL THERAPIST OR OTHER HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONAL(S).

Amy@fortressphysicaltherapy.com

980-272-8044

https://linktr.ee/FortressPT

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LISS = Low Intensity Steady-State [cardio] is easily overlooked when it comes to our health-span longevity

One way to get LISS is through some good ole WALKING

Studies have shown that 30 minutes of daily walking can decrease one’s likelihood of heart disease & stroke by 35%!

And…even reduce the development of type 2 diabetes by 40%!

So I challenge you…

Where can you find your 30 minutes of daily LISS?

It's time to analyze your schedule to fit your HEALTH first

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The Function with Purpose Podcast

All things health - wellness - fitness - & education through the physical therapy perspective

Fortress PT is here to serve the Charlotte-Metro area by highlighting the importance of how & why physical therapy should be a part of your health & wellness lifestyles

PURSUIT | PRECISION | PURPOSE

DISCLAIMER: THIS PODCAST SERVES FOR EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY. IT IS NOT A SUBSTITUTE FOR ADVICE FROM YOUR PERSONAL PHYSICAL THERAPIST OR OTHER HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONAL(S).

Amy@fortressphysicaltherapy.com

980-272-8044

https://linktr.ee/FortressPT

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The aging process should not make you fearful

But if you fear aging or falling or becoming weak [as you age]…

Well, guess what, you’re most likely already there

Perhaps having this sense of fear may prompt you to seek out help

Help to build better balance, strength, stability, coordination, endurance, etc.

Help to build better confidence again

And physiotherapy can be your help

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The Function with Purpose Podcast

All things health - wellness - fitness - & education through the physical therapy perspective

Fortress PT is here to serve the Charlotte-Metro area by highlighting the importance of how & why physical therapy should be a part of your health & wellness lifestyles

PURSUIT | PRECISION | PURPOSE

DISCLAIMER: THIS PODCAST SERVES FOR EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY. IT IS NOT A SUBSTITUTE FOR ADVICE FROM YOUR PERSONAL PHYSICAL THERAPIST OR OTHER HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONAL(S).

Amy@fortressphysicaltherapy.com

980-272-8044

https://linktr.ee/FortressPT

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Let’s face it…

Physiotherapy home exercise programs (PT HEP) are not sexy

In fact, they can be super boring & make you feel like you’re not accomplishing anything

But if you approach it from a different perspective…

Then they won’t be boring for you

The daily “gym-goer” can easily incorporate their PT HEP into their training / workout routine

The PRE-WARM UP before the TRUE WARM UP

This is where the PT HEP can be a NON-NEGOTIABLE for you

Thus, reaping the benefits of a more optimal & purposeful training effect

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The Function with Purpose Podcast

All things health - wellness - fitness - & education through the physical therapy perspective

Fortress PT is here to serve the Charlotte-Metro area by highlighting the importance of how & why physical therapy should be a part of your health & wellness lifestyles

PURSUIT | PRECISION | PURPOSE

DISCLAIMER: THIS PODCAST SERVES FOR EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY. IT IS NOT A SUBSTITUTE FOR ADVICE FROM YOUR PERSONAL PHYSICAL THERAPIST OR OTHER HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONAL(S).

Amy@fortressphysicaltherapy.com

980-272-8044

https://linktr.ee/FortressPT

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Could this be the true answer to tap into our health, wellness & wealth profiles?

Perhaps when people sign up for “health [sickness] insurance” that there is a REQUIREMENT for HEALTH INCENTIVES to partake in?

Businesses can promote their own “health incentives” with their employees in order to avoid seeking medical interventions

Thus, improving health, wellness & wealth statuses!

WIN-WIN

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The Function with Purpose Podcast

All things health - wellness - fitness - & education through the physical therapy perspective

Fortress PT is here to serve the Charlotte-Metro area by highlighting the importance of how & why physical therapy should be a part of your health & wellness lifestyle

PURSUIT | PRECISION | PURPOSE

DISCLAIMER: THIS PODCAST SERVES FOR EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY. IT IS NOT A SUBSTITUTE FOR ADVICE FROM YOUR PERSONAL PHYSICAL THERAPIST OR OTHER HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONAL(S).

Amy@fortressphysicaltherapy.com

980-272-8044

https://linktr.ee/FortressPT

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Rehabilitation protocols / standards are commonly in place for “post-operative” care

HOWEVER…

It’s not a practice for patients to partake in during the “preoperative” routine

Two (2) reasons I think this is NOT happening:

The patient is unaware that they CAN SEEK out physical therapy prior to their needed surgery
The surgeon DOES NOT EDUCATE the patient that pre-hab can help improve their outcomes in the post-operative phase of recovery [or…prevent the surgery from possibly happening due to pre-hab progress]

This is WHY physical therapy rehabilitation standards need to be more clear than ever!

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The Function with Purpose Podcast

All things health - wellness - fitness - & education through the physical therapy perspective

Fortress PT is here to serve the Charlotte-Metro area by highlighting the importance of how & why physical therapy should be a part of your health & wellness lifestyle

PURSUIT | PRECISION | PURPOSE

DISCLAIMER: THIS PODCAST SERVES FOR EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY. IT IS NOT A SUBSTITUTE FOR ADVICE FROM YOUR PERSONAL PHYSICAL THERAPIST OR OTHER HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONAL(S).

Amy@fortressphysicaltherapy.com

980-272-8044

https://linktr.ee/FortressPT

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A “heated” topic of discussion (no pun intended)

“WAITING” to get sick or hurt (aka fire building) is not “CARING” for your health on the front line

If you want to prevent those BIG FIRES…

Then you need to learn HOW to WATER them DOWN!

It’s time to be more proactive & less reactive when it comes to our health, wellness, recovery & fitness

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The Function with Purpose Podcast

All things health - wellness - fitness - & education through the physical therapy perspective

Fortress PT is here to serve the Charlotte-Metro area by highlighting the importance of how & why physical therapy should be a part of your health & wellness lifestyle

PURSUIT | PRECISION | PURPOSE

DISCLAIMER: THIS PODCAST SERVES FOR EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY. IT IS NOT A SUBSTITUTE FOR ADVICE FROM YOUR PERSONAL PHYSICAL THERAPIST OR OTHER HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONAL(S).

Amy@fortressphysicaltherapy.com

980-272-8044

https://linktr.ee/FortressPT

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Today I want to share my experience going through “COVID-fog” & what I did to help mitigate my symptoms

Some key points I noticed:

Began about 1 month post-COVID exposure
Difficulty with short-term memory recall
Brain fatigue by mid-day

WHOOP band metric changes:

Increased resting heart rate average
Increased respiratory rate average
Decreased heart rate variability average

Some key habits I have instilled:

Intake of daily multivitamin with omega-3
Walking in evening after dinner time
Diaphragm breathing after training

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Link: S5:E5 - Insight to my +COVID test experience

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All things health - wellness - fitness - & education through the physical therapy perspective

Fortress PT is here to serve the Charlotte-Metro area by highlighting the importance of how & why physical therapy should be a part of your health & wellness lifestyle

PURSUIT | PRECISION | PURPOSE

DISCLAIMER: THIS PODCAST SERVES FOR EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY. IT IS NOT A SUBSTITUTE FOR ADVICE FROM YOUR PERSONAL PHYSICAL THERAPIST OR OTHER HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONAL(S).

Amy@fortressphysicaltherapy.com

980-272-8044

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Do you have more than one physiotherapist in your phone book?

If not….YOU SHOULD!

“Double-dipping” is a MUST in my book

Who says it’s not ok to have a couple of PTs to reach out to for ailments that may pop up here & there during life pursuits?

Let me tell you a little story about a patient of mine…

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All things health - wellness - fitness - & education through the physical therapy perspective

Fortress PT is here to serve the Charlotte-Metro area by highlighting the importance of how & why physical therapy should be a part of your health & wellness lifestyle

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After 4 years of training, I now realize that we don’t train “muscle groups” (i.e. biceps, triceps, chest, back, etc.)

However…

We should train MOVEMENT PATTERNS [rather than muscle groups]

There are 7 common movement patterns that should be incorporated into a rehabilitation & training routine:

Push
Pull
Hinge
Squat
Lunge
Core
Carry

If you’re not instilling these patterns into your routine, then you’re missing out on the FULL POTENTIAL that your body can endure for the long-run

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The Function with Purpose Podcast

All things health - wellness - fitness - & education through the physical therapy perspective

Fortress PT is here to serve the Charlotte-Metro area by highlighting the importance of how & why physical therapy should be a part of your health & wellness lifestyle

PURSUIT | PRECISION | PURPOSE

DISCLAIMER: THIS PODCAST SERVES FOR EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY. IT IS NOT A SUBSTITUTE FOR ADVICE FROM YOUR PERSONAL PHYSICAL THERAPIST OR OTHER HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONAL(S).

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Today, I want to share with you 3 common body fat tests & what they entail:

In Body Scan = “Bioelectrical” field assessment
Hydrostatic Test = “Underwater” body fat assessment
DEXA = “Dual-Energy X-ray Absorptiometry”

Not all body fat tests are created equal; however, I do believe that if you choose one to go with, then STICK with that one

When repeating a test like this, it’s super important to to literally REPLICATE the testing protocol as exact as possible

Some considerations for REPLICATION to emphasize are:

Time of day
With/without clothing (i.e. swimming suit)
Limit eating 3 hours prior to testing
Working out prior or after testing
Etc.

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LINKS:

In Body Scan info: https://inbodyusa.com/general/technology/?utm_source=web&utm_medium=homepage&utm_campaign=tech
Hydrostatic Testing info: https://www.dexafit.com/blog2/hydrostatic-weighing-is-it-accurate
DEXA Scan info: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5659281/

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The Function with Purpose Podcast

All things health - wellness - fitness - & education through the physical therapy perspective

Fortress PT is here to serve the Charlotte-Metro area by highlighting the importance of how & why physical therapy should be a part of your health & wellness lifestyle

PURSUIT | PRECISION | PURPOSE

DISCLAIMER: THIS PODCAST SERVES FOR EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY. IT IS NOT A SUBSTITUTE FOR ADVICE FROM YOUR PERSONAL PHYSICAL THERAPIST OR OTHER HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONAL(S).

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Today I wanted to share with you my experience & recovery tracking to testing COVID + in early May 2022

Some symptoms that I experienced were:

Swollen neck glands
Poor sleep
Significant drop in WHOOP recovery status
Change in energy
Altered morning training session
Took at 2-hour morning nap
Stuffy nose

Moral of my story = When in doubt, just test yourself & be a good, respectful Samaritan

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All things health - wellness - fitness - & education through the physical therapy perspective

Fortress PT is here to serve the Charlotte-Metro area by highlighting the importance of how & why physical therapy should be a part of your health & wellness lifestyle

PURSUIT | PRECISION | PURPOSE

DISCLAIMER: THIS PODCAST SERVES FOR EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY. IT IS NOT A SUBSTITUTE FOR ADVICE FROM YOUR PERSONAL PHYSICAL THERAPIST OR OTHER HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONAL(S).

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I fell for it…

I took out STUDENT LOANS to pay for physical therapy school

But…

At the time, my main focus was to knock out PT school & concentrate on my education only

But then the real world hit…

I had no idea how the hell I was going to pay off this huge debt snowball of over $150,000!

Until…

I decided to put my HEAD DOWN & EYES FORWARD focusing all my efforts on becoming DEBT-FREE ASAP!

Using the “Dave Ramsey” baby steps & attending Financial Peace classes

P.S. I’m not sponsored by Dave Ramsey (but would be up for it - hit me up Dave)

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The Function with Purpose Podcast

All things health - wellness - fitness - & education through the physical therapy perspective

Fortress PT is here to serve the Charlotte-Metro area by highlighting the importance of how & why physical therapy should be a part of your health & wellness lifestyle

PURSUIT | PRECISION | PURPOSE

DISCLAIMER: THIS PODCAST SERVES FOR EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY. IT IS NOT A SUBSTITUTE FOR ADVICE FROM YOUR PERSONAL PHYSICAL THERAPIST OR OTHER HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONAL(S).

Amy@fortressphysicaltherapy.com

980-272-8044

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This topic of “financial health” needs to shed some light

I never knew I would experience something like this early in my life at the age of 23

But I have found it is MORE IMPORTANT to know your “financial health” with CLARITY

Especially when it comes to unexpected health events

Hear me out on my personal experience during my father’s battle with cancer…

And some points you may need to consider or reassess within your own financial health

Important documents to keep safe - “Legacy Drawer” LINKS:

https://www.ramseysolutions.com/retirement/organizing-your-important-documents

https://www.ramseysolutions.com/retirement/legacy-drawer-keep-your-family-prepared

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All things health - wellness - fitness - & education through the physical therapy perspective

Fortress PT is here to serve the Charlotte-Metro area by highlighting the importance of how & why physical therapy should be a part of your health & wellness lifestyle

PURSUIT | PRECISION | PURPOSE

DISCLAIMER: THIS PODCAST SERVES FOR EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY. IT IS NOT A SUBSTITUTE FOR ADVICE FROM YOUR PERSONAL PHYSICAL THERAPIST OR OTHER HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONAL(S).

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Free advice barely scratches the surface - it sets a threshold

So when it comes to your own fires to be put out…don’t place it onto someone else’s plate to water down at the last minute

Constantly seeking free advice may tell the provider that you’re inconsistent , afraid to take chances, using others puzzle pieces to make them your own…

Free advice does not truly take you to the level of mitigating that pain issue or poor movement that may be causing your issues in the first place

Find your person to follow - your person to trust - your person who has the ultimate “sparkle pager”

PT can help bridge that gap to give you your

OWN PERSONAL ADVICE
OWN PUZZLE PIECES
OWN IMPROVED HEALTH & FITNESS METRICS

Link to “free advice”

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The Function with Purpose Podcast

All things health - wellness - fitness - & education through the physical therapy perspective

Fortress PT is here to serve the Charlotte-Metro area by highlighting the importance of how & why physical therapy should be a part of your health & wellness lifestyle

PURSUIT | PRECISION | PURPOSE

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Are you kidding me?

We call that “manipulating the consumer”!

[Please know that these are my OPINIONS - so take it for what it’s worth]

From a consumer viewpoint, I attempt to look at all aspects of receiving “healthcare”…even when it comes to seeing my own physical therapist

No matter what healthcare provider I see, I always ask for the price tag so I can budget ahead

Let’s be honest…you pay for what you get

And if you, as the consumer, are not having your expectations met…

Then perhaps you need to see a different healthcare provider who:

Understands & connects with you
Has the value you’re searching for
Provides confident results that last

My suggestion: Don’t be deceived or pressured when it comes to your health - you make the ultimate choice for yourself

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The Function with Purpose Podcast

All things health - wellness - fitness - & education through the physical therapy perspective

Fortress PT is here to serve the Charlotte-Metro area by highlighting the importance of how & why physical therapy should be a part of your health & wellness lifestyle

PURSUIT | PRECISION | PURPOSE

DISCLAIMER: THIS PODCAST SERVES FOR EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY. IT IS NOT A SUBSTITUTE FOR ADVICE FROM YOUR PERSONAL PHYSICAL THERAPIST OR OTHER HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONAL(S).

Amy@fortressphysicaltherapy.com

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One can have all the letters behind their name but never use the acquired knowledge

Yes, certifications & letters look good on a website & business card

But…

You must equip yourself with the APPROPRIATE certifications to provide the care you envision to your patient population

So find that population niche you enjoy working with

And…

Gather as much information about that niche as possible to be the BEST in your field

Fortress PT Niche = focusing on the functional fitness individual who wants to better their health & fitness profiles to live life with purpose, on purpose

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The Function with Purpose Podcast

All things health - wellness - fitness - & education through the physical therapy perspective

Fortress PT is here to serve the Charlotte-Metro area by highlighting the importance of how & why physical therapy should be a part of your health & wellness lifestyle

PURSUIT | PRECISION | PURPOSE

DISCLAIMER: THIS PODCAST SERVES FOR EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY. IT IS NOT A SUBSTITUTE FOR ADVICE FROM YOUR PERSONAL PHYSICAL THERAPIST OR OTHER HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONAL(S).

Amy@fortressphysicaltherapy.com

980-272-8044

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FREE WEIGHT EQUIPMENT:

Helps us learn motor control capabilities & imbalances between right / left sides
You have more control & the ability to really focus on full ranges of motion about a joint or body part
More transferable / versatile to real-life movements patterns / capabilities

MACHINES:

Commonly places us in the “minimal effective position” thus limiting motion capabilities
Can help with isolating movements / target muscle areas
Not necessarily safe positions but great for people who are unfamiliar with lifting weights /resistance training concepts

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The Function with Purpose Podcast

All things health - wellness - fitness - & education through the physical therapy perspective

Fortress PT is here to serve the Charlotte-Metro area by highlighting the importance of how & why physical therapy should be a part of your health & wellness lifestyle

PURSUIT | PRECISION | PURPOSE

DISCLAIMER: THIS PODCAST SERVES FOR EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY. IT IS NOT A SUBSTITUTE FOR ADVICE FROM YOUR PERSONAL PHYSICAL THERAPIST OR OTHER HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONAL(S).

Amy@fortressphysicaltherapy.com

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STEPS:

Steps aren’t a universal metric because it sets LIMITATIONS for “fitness” tracking
It is a good starting point for those wanting to make a more “healthier” choice to get daily movement
However, it does not measure CV strain / fitness; therefore, it can't account for your level of strain intensity

STRAIN:

AKA “heart / intensity” strain that is ACCUMULATED daily
We must strain the heart, muscles, tendons, joints with varied stimuli
We need to focus on creating physiological triggers on a weekly basis

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All things health - wellness - fitness - & education through the physical therapy perspective

Fortress PT is here to serve the Charlotte-Metro area by highlighting the importance of how & why physical therapy should be a part of your health & wellness lifestyle

PURSUIT | PRECISION | PURPOSE

DISCLAIMER: THIS PODCAST SERVES FOR EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY. IT IS NOT A SUBSTITUTE FOR ADVICE FROM YOUR PERSONAL PHYSICAL THERAPIST OR OTHER HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONAL(S).

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It blows my mind that physical therapy isn’t truly thought to be a part of the pregnancy journey

No matter if a woman is planning a vaginal delivery or a c-section, PT before / during / after pregnancy can help the body prep for staying fit & recover more efficiently

Some considerations when exercising during pregnancy:

Learn your intensity effort output between 70-80%
If running is part of your exercise, focus your intensity effort to be at a “conversational pace”
If you are weightlifting / CrossFitting, consider to train with KBs / DBs rather than the barbell as the baby grows
Additionally, avoid breath holding / monitor pelvic floor pain sensations / monitor heart rate levels with any activity you do for your health & fitness

Check out my colleague, Dr. Kristin Hietbrink (women’s health PT specialist), on Instagram @coreconnectpt

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All things health - wellness - fitness - & education through the physical therapy perspective

Fortress PT is here to serve the Charlotte-Metro area by highlighting the importance of how & why physical therapy should be a part of your health & wellness lifestyle

PURSUIT | PRECISION | PURPOSE

DISCLAIMER: THIS PODCAST SERVES FOR EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY. IT IS NOT A SUBSTITUTE FOR ADVICE FROM YOUR PERSONAL PHYSICAL THERAPIST OR OTHER HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONAL(S).

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Desk jockeys only know desk positions

This does not help you diversify your “movement language”

Daily movement language is where the money is!

If you expand your movement alphabet —> then you'll likely improve health metrics / movement profiles for the long run

And by expanding your language, you'll start to understand the concept of exercising / training with purpose to avoid sickness & disease

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All things health - wellness - fitness - & education through the physical therapy perspective

Fortress PT is here to serve the Charlotte-Metro area by highlighting the importance of how & why physical therapy should be a part of your health & wellness lifestyle

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DISCLAIMER: THIS PODCAST SERVES FOR EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY. IT IS NOT A SUBSTITUTE FOR ADVICE FROM YOUR PERSONAL PHYSICAL THERAPIST OR OTHER HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONAL(S).

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There are multiple “types” of PT clinics out there & it can be very confusing on where to go

So not every PT clinic is the same - each PT clinic has their “target” population who share the same interest

Some clinic “niche populations” may include:

Elite athletes
Older adults
Pediatrics
Cancer survivors
And many more…

Here at Fortress PT, we focus on working with independent individuals who want to dig deeper into their health & fitness profiles & learn to avoid being sidelined from injury / life pursuits

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The Function with Purpose Podcast

All things health - wellness - fitness - & education through the physical therapy perspective

Fortress PT is here to serve the Charlotte-Metro area by highlighting the importance of how & why physical therapy should be a part of your health & wellness lifestyle

PURSUIT | PRECISION | PURPOSE

DISCLAIMER: THIS PODCAST SERVES FOR EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY. IT IS NOT A SUBSTITUTE FOR ADVICE FROM YOUR PERSONAL PHYSICAL THERAPIST OR OTHER HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONAL(S).

Amy@fortressphysicaltherapy.com

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There is totally a major difference between exercise vs training

Exercising:

Daily behavior habits
Consistency is the goal for daily exercise / movement
Supportive of recovery & wellness

Training:

Occurs on a schedule
Thoughtful progressions with programming
Rest days are a must to create balance

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The Function with Purpose Podcast

All things health - wellness - fitness - & education through the physical therapy perspective

Fortress PT is here to serve the Charlotte-Metro area by highlighting the importance of how & why physical therapy should be a part of your health & wellness lifestyle

PURSUIT | PRECISION | PURPOSE

DISCLAIMER: THIS PODCAST SERVES FOR EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY. IT IS NOT A SUBSTITUTE FOR ADVICE FROM YOUR PERSONAL PHYSICAL THERAPIST OR OTHER HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONAL(S).

Amy@fortressphysicaltherapy.com

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I have both & recently hopped onto the WHOOP wagon back in August 2021

I wanted to share my thoughts on both wearables & if you’re on the fence on which to choose this could help you decide (I am not sponsored by either companies).

Apple iWatch thought dots:

Tracks the basic metrics such as
Heart rate
Oxygen levels
Hearing limitations / impairments
“Move” suggestions
All in one basic “Health app”

WHOOP band thought dots:

Significant in-depth tracking assessment of your nervous system, including the metrics:
Heart rate variability
Heart rate (resting & with activity)
Respiratory rate
Sleep pattern
Suggests “Activity strain” goal for the day based on the above metrics

*LINK TO HRV EPISODE (S3:E2): https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/function-with-purpose-podcast/id1551687453?i=1000538913131

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DISCLAIMER: THIS PODCAST SERVES FOR EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY. IT IS NOT A SUBSTITUTE FOR ADVICE FROM YOUR PERSONAL PHYSICAL THERAPIST OR OTHER HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONAL(S).

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Were you truly there to get better? And what I mean by that is…

Were you there because your physician told you that you had to go…

And then so you can take the next step [potentially] to getting a cortisone shot or even surgery?

Failed PT doesn't mean it will never work...I think it depends on the connection with the physical therapist & instilling trust with each other!

You are in control of your outcomes --> PT is only one hour of your time but what you do in the other 23 hours is critical to your success!

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Home gyms are here to stay…FOR-EV-ERRR!

My top pieces of equipment you should invest in:

Therapy bands
Mini-loop bands
Body assist bands (thicker ones)
KBs (over DBs)
Box (step or books)
Pull up bar (if not then gymnastic rings/TRX-type system)
Assault bike (over a rower)
Jump rope
Horse stall mats

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100% YES there sure is a difference!

Some key points about “pain” experiences:

Pain isn't always BAD
It tells us to pay attention to the area that is experiencing this "painful" stimulus
Pain is a protective mechanism that will warn us about potential “danger ahead"

Now, some key points about experiencing “discomfort”:

Discomfort is often described as uncomfortable positions or movements that can still be achieved but with difficultly or uneasiness
It helps us recognize that it’s ok to perform this movement pattern yet helps us progress or regress onto the next level of movement progression
Think of this more of muscle tiredness/straining

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Fortress PT is here to serve the Charlotte-Metro area by highlighting the importance of how & why physical therapy should be a part of your health & wellness lifestyle

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Mediocre treatment protocol:

Soak up that hot/cold pack on the pain
Get some whipped cream smothered onto your back
Feel those electrical currents massage those muscles
Then…you perform table exercises

^^^ That is NOT what PT is ^^^

Current PT treatment protocols:

Nice blend of passive modalities to mitigate pain/discomfort to the tissue, joint or muscle
Prescribing & assessing specific exercises/movement patterns that are TRANSFERABLE to building a stronger foundation to optimize human movement patterns

^^^This IS what PT should be^^^

The Function with Purpose Podcast

All things health - wellness - fitness - & education through the physical therapy perspective

Fortress PT is here to serve the Charlotte-Metro area by highlighting the importance of how & why physical therapy should be a part of your health & wellness lifestyle

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Training age does not truly mean how many years you’ve been exercising, per se.

It’s more about the invested time you have truly put forth into digging deeper into exercise/training for specific goals such as sport competition / health longevity / wellness gains / etc.

There are three (3) “categories” I would like to expose you to in order to see where you see yourself fit:

“Rookie” = Ranging from 0-3 years of training experience
Intermediate” = Ranging from 3-8 years of training experience
“Veteran” = Greater than 8 years of training experience

I have personally taken on these principles / categories of progression over the past 4 years within my health & fitness journey & could not be more happier as to digging deeper into my WHY to my training game plan!

I attribute my gains to the Functional Bodybuilding concepts that SHOWN me how I can keep myself resilient to injury & experience less burnout!

The Function with Purpose Podcast

All things health - wellness - fitness - & education through the physical therapy perspective

Fortress PT is here to serve the Charlotte-Metro area by highlighting the importance of how & why physical therapy should be a part of your health & wellness lifestyle

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RPE stands for “Rating of Perceived Exertion”

The is a common spectrum, from 0-10, utilized to help gauge your effort levels based on your energy balance.

Your RPE should vary from day-to-day based on some common areas of consideration including:

Rest & recovery levels
Hydration & sleep performance
Controlling external & internal stressors
And much more

I love this example by Functional BodyBuilding explaining the “exertion talk test” to help determine your effort output, especially during exercise.

[Here’s the link to the social post: https://www.instagram.com/p/CTC87pzrWC8/?utm_medium=copy_link ]

The Function with Purpose Podcast

All things health - wellness - fitness - & education through the physical therapy perspective

Fortress PT is here to serve the Charlotte-Metro area by highlighting the importance of how & why physical therapy should be a part of your health & wellness lifestyle

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Heart rate variability (HRV) has been a hot topic over the past year or so in response to the body’s ability to recover efficiently & effectively.

HRV is controlled by the autonomic nervous system, which is made up of both the parasympathetic + sympathetic nervous systems.

More & more research is being performed in the fitness world, especially with elite athletes.

But…what about the general population in response to maintaining a healthy lifestyle?

Today we discuss 3 questions:

What is HRV & why it is important?
What factors are considered in HRV?
How can you improve your HRV?

Also, I wanted to share with you my response to an “overtraining” experience earlier this year & how I got myself out of it (see links below).

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LINKS:

Dr. Amy’s “Overtraining” Experience: https://youtu.be/PkDa5n8Wemw

Dr. Amy’s “Overtraining” Recovery: https://youtu.be/leEzJjZX8mw

WHOOP HRV Blog: https://www.whoop.com/thelocker/heart-rate-variability-hrv/

WHOOP HRV Podcast: https://www.whoop.com/thelocker/podcast-29-heart-rate-variability-hrv/

The Function with Purpose Podcast

All things health - wellness - fitness - & education through the physical therapy perspective

Fortress PT is here to serve the Charlotte-Metro area by highlighting the importance of how & why physical therapy should be a part of your health & wellness lifestyle

DISCLAIMER: THIS PODCAST SERVES FOR EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY. IT IS NOT A SUBSTITUTE FOR ADVICE FROM YOUR PERSONAL PHYSICAL THERAPIST OR OTHER HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONAL(S).

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Physical therapists are known for assessing movement patterns & the body’s capability to perform symmetrical, strong lifts/carries/holds/mobility.

PTs help reveal movement asymmetries which strongly affect muscle strength imbalances.

Once these movement asymmetries are shown, re-shaping the foundation to focus on quality of movement first will only enhance significant improvement in muscle strength balances.

The Function with Purpose Podcast

All things health - wellness - fitness - & education through the physical therapy perspective

Fortress PT is here to serve the Charlotte-Metro area by highlighting the importance of how & why physical therapy should be a part of your health & wellness lifestyle

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HELL to the YES!

We can’t fully avoid the common experience of pain; however, the goal is to experience it less often & learn how to manage/recognize pain before it fully takes over!

The ultimate goal is to build resilience & capacity to endure life pursuits.

So once pain subsides, then we must continue to revisit movement foundations & seek to attain resiliency/capacity into the body’s joints, tendons, bones, muscles, ligaments, etc.

The Function with Purpose Podcast

All things health - wellness - fitness - & education through the physical therapy perspective

Fortress PT is here to serve the Charlotte-Metro area by highlighting the importance of how & why physical therapy should be a part of your health & wellness lifestyle

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HELL to the NO!

But…the only time you may need to cease your gym membership will depend on the type or extent of surgery you may be undergoing.

If you're invested in your health/wellness, then you will continue to train/exercise other areas that are not “injured” while you’re on the mend to healing.

This will only help you in the long run & make your recovery process more smooth &…FASTER!

The Function with Purpose Podcast

All things health - wellness - fitness - & education through the physical therapy perspective

Fortress PT is here to serve the Charlotte-Metro area by highlighting the importance of how & why physical therapy should be a part of your health & wellness lifestyle

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I 100% believe that one should continue to exercise throughout the process of healing.

Being AWARE of movement/exercise responses will set you up for success to know what to avoid temporarily [at the beginning] that seemed to have set off the pain/discomfort in the first place.

As symptoms continue to become better —> then you start to be more & more active by tracking your response to returning to specific movements/exercises.

90-95% of most lower back "issues" are musculoskeletal (i.e. muscles/tendons/ligaments/bone) in nature.

Therefore, immediate access to PT is key to prevent further worsening of symptoms experienced.

Thus by having this direct access to a PT, we can quickly determine if this bout of lower back pain can be managed through PT or not.

The Function with Purpose Podcast

All things health - wellness - fitness - & education through the physical therapy perspective

Fortress PT is here to serve the Charlotte-Metro area by highlighting the importance of how & why physical therapy should be a part of your health & wellness lifestyle

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Unfortunately, there are many healthcare professionals out there who are providing “false hope” for their patients, thus placing an adamant amount of fear-avoidance on function.

Your picture of your neck [back/shoulder/hip/etc.] DOES NOT 100% dictate your ability to perform basic, human movements or activities of daily living…yet alone exercising for health & wellness.

A great healthcare clinician must fully assess their patient & apply an intervention that is deemed appropriate in order to improve the symptoms the patient is experiencing.

PT is direct care —> seek & you shall receive!

The Function with Purpose Podcast

All things health - wellness - fitness - & education through the physical therapy perspective

Fortress PT is here to serve the Charlotte-Metro area by highlighting the importance of how & why physical therapy should be a part of your health & wellness lifestyle

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Mentorship should serve many purposes to help others succeed at any life pursuit.

Mentorship should have 4 key people that create a circle of trust.

Your circle of people should include:

Coach
Friend
Mentor
Cheerleader

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All things health - wellness - fitness - & education through the physical therapy perspective

Fortress PT is here to serve the Charlotte-Metro area by highlighting the importance of how & why physical therapy should be a part of your health & wellness lifestyle

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Well, the future came faster than we thought once COVID-19 hit us smack in the face in 2020.

Remote wellness training & virtual physical therapy has been a life saver for my clinic in 2020 as well as helped me shape how I can create independence with my clients/athletes on their road to a better health & wellness lifestyle.

The Function with Purpose Podcast

All things health - wellness - fitness - & education through the physical therapy perspective

Fortress PT is here to serve the Charlotte-Metro area by highlighting the importance of how & why physical therapy should be a part of your health & wellness lifestyle

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Time under tension (TUT), or tempo, is your $$ to help teach your body how to move correctly …especially when you’re in pain or digging yourself out of the pain hole.

Adding purposeful control points will only help your muscles, tendons, ligaments & joints understand what the purpose of TUT/tempo work does for you in the long run.

TUT/tempo work gives you the best of all worlds: eccentric - isometric - concentric contractions within one movement!

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All things health - wellness - fitness - & education through the physical therapy perspective

Fortress PT is here to serve the Charlotte-Metro area by highlighting the importance of how & why physical therapy should be a part of your health & wellness lifestyle

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An increase in time at the desk job was not what the doctor ordered…& now you want to hit the gym full throttle!

Well, 100% is not the smart way to make your move.

Rather a 50-70% range effort is…& your joints & muscles will love you for it!

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All things health - wellness - fitness - & education through the physical therapy perspective

Fortress PT is here to serve the Charlotte-Metro area by highlighting the importance of how & why physical therapy should be a part of your health & wellness lifestyle

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The poison is in the dosage!

Typically, pain doesn’t show up immediately….it tends builds over time based on the stresses you apply to that area.

Then the “fire” really sets in…that’s when patients reach out to a physical therapist as a last resort because ignoring the issue in the first place [or asking Dr. Google] wasn’t fixing their issue!

Well…time to be Superman the right way —> know your dosage & response to that dosage

The Function with Purpose Podcast

All things health - wellness - fitness - & education through the physical therapy perspective

Fortress PT is here to serve the Charlotte-Metro area by highlighting the importance of how & why physical therapy should be a part of your health & wellness lifestyle

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The power is in the patient!

Enhancing the patient experience & helping them create better self-awareness is key to successful longevity in the health & wellness world.

Fortress PT aims to create “thinking athletes/patients” in order for them to understand that quality of movement is greater than quantity of movement when getting out of pain & back into the fitness for life world.

Time to do a gut check & get some help for the long run of achieving realistic health & wellness goals by reaching out to your physical therapist now...not later!

The Function with Purpose Podcast

All things health - wellness - fitness - & education through the physical therapy perspective

Fortress PT is here to serve the Charlotte-Metro area by highlighting the importance of how & why physical therapy should be a part of your health & wellness lifestyle

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Did you know that either account utilized can be put forth for healthcare expenses?

And…physical therapy is one of those expenses that can be paid for by an HSA/FSA!

HSA = Health Savings Account

FSA = Flexible Spending Account

Here’s some links to help you out:

https://www.daveramsey.com/blog/hsa-vs-fsa
https://www.daveramsey.com/blog/what-is-an-hsa
https://www.healthcare.gov/have-job-based-coverage/flexible-spending-accounts/

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You get what you pay for!

Today, I want to help you understand why you should seek out a “fee-for-service” physical therapy clinic that will meet your valued expectations.

Being a “cash-based” clinic prevents insurances dictating how many visits patients can get for PT services.

Cash-based/fee-for-service physical therapy clinics = NO CAPPING OF THERAPY VISITS

The Function with Purpose Podcast

All things health - wellness - fitness - & education through the physical therapy perspective

Fortress PT is here to serve the Charlotte-Metro area by highlighting the importance of how & why physical therapy should be a part of your health & wellness lifestyle

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The world has it all WRONG & the public tends to follow what the world says

Healthcare insurance is “sickness care”!

What we are doing in the gym & placing our wellness/fitness/health first is “healthcare”!

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All things health - wellness - fitness - & education through the physical therapy perspective

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Physical therapy is primary care!

Physical therapy should NOT be determined by insurance on how many visits one can have in order to feel better & live a healthy lifestyle!

I believe that the future of PT will have small private practices located within fitness gym, wellness clinics, sports departments & even private physician offices!

My very own cash-based private practice, Fortress Physical Therapy, is housed within my CrossFit gym [CrossFit Pineville].

Fortress PT is a “1-shot-1-stop” for anyone looking to improve their quality of movement…decrease pain…learn new ways to stay in the fitness/wellness game…& live a healthy lifestyle!

The Function with Purpose Podcast

All things health - wellness - fitness - & education through the physical therapy perspective

Fortress PT is here to serve the Charlotte-Metro area by highlighting the importance of how & why physical therapy should be a part of your health & wellness lifestyle!

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This is a hot topic that is NOT talked about in the news/social media & the public is gravely unaware about!

I’m going to provide you some input on what I think you should be more aware of & what you should track when getting back into the fitness/exercise world post-COVID19.

The Function with Purpose Podcast

All things health - wellness - fitness - & education through the physical therapy perspective

Fortress PT is here to serve the Charlotte-Metro area by highlighting the importance of how & why physical therapy should be a part of your health & wellness lifestyle!

DISCLAIMER: THIS PODCAST SERVES FOR EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY. IT IS NOT A SUBSTITUTE FOR ADVICE FROM YOUR PERSONAL PHYSICAL THERAPIST OR OTHER HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONAL(S).

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PURSUIT | PRECISION | PURPOSE

Email: Amy@fortressphysicaltherapy.com

Phone: 980-272-8044

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Today I introduce myself [Dr. Amy] - where I came from, how I became a PT & what my intentions are with this podcast for you!

The Function with Purpose Podcast

All things health - wellness - fitness - & education through the physical therapy perspective.

Fortress PT is here to serve the Charlotte-Metro area by highlighting the importance of how & why physical therapy should be a part of your health & wellness lifestyle!

DISCLAIMER: THIS PODCAST SERVES FOR EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY. IT IS NOT A SUBSTITUTE FOR ADVICE FROM YOUR PERSONAL PHYSICAL THERAPIST OR OTHER HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONAL(S).

Give us a follow & drop your comments below.

PURSUIT | PRECISION | PURPOSE

Email: Amy@fortressphysicaltherapy.com

Phone: 980-272-8044

https://linktr.ee/FortressPT

FunctionWithPurpose #DrAmyPT #FPTosteopractor #TeamFPT #FPTEducation #FPTTraining #Charlotteagenda #CharlotteNC #CharlotteMetroArea #QueenCity #704 #980 #Physicaltherapy #Physio #Physiotherapy #GetPT1st #Physical #Therapy #Health #Wellness #Fitness

Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/fortress-physical-therapy/message

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