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Physio Ed. posted an update: Now that the days are longer—what have you found yourself […]

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 16:45:36 -0700

Now that the days are longer—what have you found yourself doing more of lately?

Evening walks
Time in the yard
Getting out around town

What’s been filling your time?

John posted an update: Im looking for knee exsersizes for seniors

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 11:45:17 -0700

Im looking for knee exsersizes for seniors

Physio Ed. posted an update:

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Physio Ed. posted an update: After a quieter winter, many of us start spending more […]

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 15:53:35 -0700

After a quieter winter, many of us start spending more time outside again. Fresh air, longer days, and warmer weather make it a great time to move a little more.

Physio Ed. posted an update: Here’s a simple movement you can try today to loosen up […]

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 19:02:06 -0700

Here’s a simple movement you can try today to loosen up your shoulders.

Stand with your feet about shoulder-width apart and your arms slightly lifted at your sides. Then slowly rotate your shoulder blades in a circular motion.

Start with small circles and gradually increase the size. Try 10–20 forward, then 10–20 backward.

This is a great…

Physio Ed. posted an update: Did you know that your bones respond to safe impact […]

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 18:05:57 -0700

Did you know that your bones respond to safe impact and loading?

One simple exercise that can help stimulate bone strength in the lower body is the heel drop. Even though it’s a small movement, it creates a gentle impact through the legs and spine that encourages bone remodeling over time.

How to Do Heel Drops

Stand tall with your feet about…

Nancy posted an update:

Sun, 08 Mar 2026 12:18:06 -0700

Deborah posted an update: I believe in a PT. Just want to be healthier.

Sat, 07 Mar 2026 03:42:00 -0800

I believe in a PT. Just want to be healthier.

Physio Ed. posted an update: Okay… this might be harder than it looks 😄We know many of […]

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 15:23:55 -0800

Okay… this might be harder than it looks 😄

We know many of these matter. But if you had to choose just one, what motivates you most to stay active right now?

(No overthinking. Go with your gut.)

👇 Cast your vote below — and feel free to share why in the comments.

Physio Ed. posted an update: Dr. Kathy Doubleday, PT, DPT — our Clinical Director — […]

Sun, 15 Feb 2026 22:02:44 -0800

Dr. Kathy Doubleday, PT, DPT — our Clinical Director — recorded this short video to show a safe, comfortable starting point if movement has been feeling difficult, painful, or overwhelming.

This is a simple seated hip and glute activation exercise, but don’t let “simple” fool you. Exercises like this are often the best first step for people…

Physio Ed. posted an update: One thing we see often in physical therapy is that […]

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 17:53:49 -0800

One thing we see often in physical therapy is that people hesitate not because they don’t care about their health —
but because they care enough to worry about doing things the “right” way.

If you’ve ever thought:

“I don’t want to get hurt.”
“I don’t want to fall behind.”
“I’m not sure I’m ready for something…

Physio Ed. posted an update: Big or small, it all adds up. Thanks for sharing with the group.

Sun, 08 Feb 2026 15:18:38 -0800

Big or small, it all adds up. Thanks for sharing with the group.

Physio Ed. posted an update: When people hear the word progress, they often […]

Tue, 03 Feb 2026 17:03:15 -0800

When people hear the word progress, they often picture something dramatic — bigger workouts, visible changes, or pushing harder.

That’s not how progress usually shows up in real life.

Progress often shows up as:
– “I feel steadier stepping up a curb.”
– “I don’t hesitate as much when I turn.”
– “I’m more aware of how I move.”

These…

Physio Ed. posted an update: It’s fun to see how different everyone’s movement […]

Mon, 02 Feb 2026 15:38:06 -0800

It’s fun to see how different everyone’s movement rhythms are.

One thing we see over and over in physical therapy is that there isn’t a “right” time of day to move — what matters most is choosing a rhythm that feels realistic and repeatable for you.

For those who want more structure and guidance around balance, strength, and safer everyday…

Physio Ed. posted an update: Wall slides are a simple, beginner-friendly […]

Sat, 31 Jan 2026 15:21:28 -0800

Wall slides are a simple, beginner-friendly resistance exercise that targets your deltoids—the big muscle on the front and side of your shoulder. They strengthen your shoulder muscles and improve your stability while helping you maintain full range of motion in your shoulders.

Press a small hand towel against the wall with one hand. It is best to…

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Tue, 27 Jan 2026 17:23:59 -0800

Physio Ed. posted an update: Stairs can feel tricky — especially if one leg feels […]

Sat, 24 Jan 2026 16:17:36 -0800

Stairs can feel tricky — especially if one leg feels weaker or painful.
Kaitlin shares a simple PT-taught technique for going up and down stairs more safely, using support and letting your stronger leg do the work.

Watch and take what feels helpful for you today.

Physio Ed. posted an update: As we head into the weekend, we’re thinking about […]

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 15:04:03 -0800

As we head into the weekend, we’re thinking about something many of you mention here often — balance, walking safely, and feeling steady in everyday life.

On Monday, we’ll be opening Bone Strength Blueprint, a PT-guided program designed to help adults 50+ build balance, confidence, and safer movement at home.

No action needed today — just…

Ginger posted an update: I teach Seniors a gentle version of Pilates! All of us […]

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 12:56:59 -0800

I teach Seniors a gentle version of Pilates! All of us are always wanting balancing tips, we dont want to fall, and i think the most talked sbout is walking,, obstacles on the street, slippery rugs, etc. i found your site, and welcome tips to share eith my group of ladies! Thank you!

Physio Ed. posted an update: We all have certain movements that feel a little […]

Tue, 13 Jan 2026 16:15:44 -0800

We all have certain movements that feel a little more challenging than others — that’s a normal part of being human. We’re curious what tends to show up most for you.

Marilyn posted an update: I have balance and strength issues coming back to haunt […]

Thu, 08 Jan 2026 15:59:46 -0800

I have balance and strength issues coming back to haunt me due to a bad car accident when I was young. I’ve gone to PT several times and it does help. My left foot drags so I’m high fall risk. Every fall results in starting back at square one with PT. Arthritis is a factor now, which makes the recovery from a fall harder and longer. I need to…

Physio Ed. posted an update: Quick check-in for today 💬Was there one movement today […]

Tue, 06 Jan 2026 20:01:58 -0800

Quick check-in for today 💬

Was there one movement today that felt a little easier than it used to — even something small like getting up from a chair, reaching overhead, or walking around the house?

If you feel like sharing, we’d love to hear it. And if not, that’s okay too — noticing progress quietly still counts.

Physio Ed. posted an update: As we start the new year, we’re getting back to the […]

Fri, 02 Jan 2026 17:07:09 -0800

As we start the new year, we’re getting back to the fundamentals — the simple movements that support everyday strength, confidence, and independence.

Here, Dr. Kaitlin shares this short set of core exercises with us. It focuses on gentle abdominal engagement and trunk stability and can be a great place to begin if you’re easing back into…

Marge posted an update: I still have a hard time bending down to reach stuff […]

Thu, 01 Jan 2026 02:18:31 -0800

I still have a hard time bending down to reach stuff or clean since my stroke in April. Otherwise I am doing pretty good after PT for 2 months. Is this normal? I have earned to take a deep breath before I lean back up.

Physio Ed. posted an update: Following a thoughtful conversation here this week, […]

Sun, 28 Dec 2025 18:31:44 -0800

Following a thoughtful conversation here this week, Dr. Kathy Doubleday, PT, DPT — our Clinical Director — recorded a short video to share one of the best places to start if exercise has felt hard, painful, or overwhelming.

This is a basic breathing exercise, but don’t let the word “basic” fool you. It’s often the first and safest step for…

Teresa posted an update: I learned today that sciatica is a symptom, not a […]

Sun, 28 Dec 2025 13:52:33 -0800

I learned today that sciatica is a symptom, not a disease. My pain is usually in my left leg and back.

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Thu, 25 Dec 2025 18:52:36 -0800

Barbara posted an update: New to this forum. I have lots of pain in my hip and […]

Wed, 24 Dec 2025 20:43:30 -0800

New to this forum. I have lots of pain in my hip and back which makes it hard to walk, stand and exercise. i am very overweight and am having a very hard time losing weight. looking for some help and inspiration.

Kathy posted an update: I need good exercise for SI joint along with […]

Wed, 24 Dec 2025 12:52:14 -0800

I need good exercise for SI joint along with doing “bridge” and ” bridge march”.

Mary posted an update: How do I sibn out? The page where logout won’t work for me.

Wed, 24 Dec 2025 05:10:23 -0800

How do I sibn out? The page where logout won’t work for me.

Physio Ed. posted an update: Just a light check-in as we move through a busy season. […]

Tue, 23 Dec 2025 18:06:04 -0800

Just a light check-in as we move through a busy season. No right answers — just real life.

Physio Ed. posted an update: A lot of you shared in the poll that your body needs […]

Fri, 19 Dec 2025 17:08:44 -0800

A lot of you shared in the poll that your body needs a little time to “wake up” in the morning — and that’s completely normal.

Here’s a short, gentle warm-up you can do before getting out of bed. It’s designed to help your body ease into movement, especially if mornings feel stiff or slow.

A few reminders before you start:

You don’t need to do…

Linda posted an update: Just finished my first Chair Fitness class with Helen. […]

Sun, 14 Dec 2025 00:22:35 -0800

Just finished my first Chair Fitness class with Helen. 😅 Great class!

Physio Ed. posted an update: With holiday activities picking up — reaching to decorate, […]

Fri, 12 Dec 2025 17:00:00 -0800

With holiday activities picking up — reaching to decorate, carrying bags, wrapping gifts — our shoulders can start to feel a bit more tired than usual.

Kathy shared a great quick tip that I think many of us will appreciate:

Before you reach, take a moment to sit or stand just a little taller.
That small posture change gives your shoulder more…

Marcus posted an update: Anyone have tips for keeping my back from tightening up […]

Tue, 09 Dec 2025 19:11:36 -0800

Anyone have tips for keeping my back from tightening up when I’m at the computer for a while? I try to stand up and move around every hour, but by the end of the day it’s just as stiff.

Physio Ed. posted an update: If you’ve been spending a little more time on your phone […]

Tue, 09 Dec 2025 16:57:47 -0800

If you’ve been spending a little more time on your phone or computer lately — holiday planning, online shopping, messaging family — you might notice your neck feeling a bit stiff by the end of the day.

Here’s a gentle stretch our PTs often recommend to help reset your posture:

Side-Bending Neck Stretch

Sit or stand tall
Relax your…

Physio Ed. posted an update: If you’re focusing on balance, strength, or simply moving […]

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 17:34:29 -0800

If you’re focusing on balance, strength, or simply moving with more confidence, you’re in the right place.

What’s one movement goal you’d love to make easier this month?

(Examples: “Getting up from the floor,” “Walking longer without stiffness,” “Turning my neck while driving.”)

Your PT team is here to help guide you.

Physio Ed. posted an update: If you’re traveling this week, you’re definitely not […]

Tue, 25 Nov 2025 19:15:14 -0800

If you’re traveling this week, you’re definitely not alone — and long drives can take a toll on your neck and back, especially when traffic slows or you’re sitting for longer than usual.

We just published a helpful article that walks through simple ways to stay comfortable behind the wheel, including:

How to set up your seat so your spine stays…

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Neck & Back Pain: Driving Without Pain – Physio Ed.

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Physio Ed. posted an update: It’s quick, simple, and a great way to help your body feel […]

Fri, 21 Nov 2025 18:31:33 -0800

It’s quick, simple, and a great way to help your body feel steadier during everyday movements. You can do it at home with a chair or counter for support.

Take a moment to try it, notice how your body responds, and let us know how it felt for you. Every bit of practice adds up 💙

Here’s the video:

Physio Ed. posted an update: In this quick session, Dr. Kathy shares simple […]

Wed, 19 Nov 2025 19:21:41 -0800

In this quick session, Dr. Kathy shares simple balance exercises you can practice at home to build confidence in the way you move.

These aren’t complicated routines — just easy, practical movements you can use anytime to strengthen your balance, improve stability, and feel safer through your day.

Try a few, see how they feel, and let us know…

Physio Ed. posted an update: A little stiffness first thing in the morning? You’re not […]

Sun, 16 Nov 2025 02:29:42 -0800

A little stiffness first thing in the morning? You’re not alone. Here’s a quick mobility routine we recommend often — it helps wake up the spine and ease that tight “I’ve been sleeping in one position too long” feeling.

Give it a look and see if it helps you start the day comfortably.

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A Simple Healthy Morning Routine - Physio Ed.

Explore a healthy morning routine for active adults, prioritizing hydration, nutritious breakfast, light exercise, and social interactions.

Physio Ed. posted an update: Many people think building bone strength means hours in […]

Wed, 05 Nov 2025 15:50:51 -0800

Many people think building bone strength means hours in the gym — but the truth is, the little things you do every day make a big difference.

A few wall push-ups before your morning coffee.
Standing on one leg while brushing your teeth.
A few heel drops while waiting for the microwave.

These “micro-movements” help keep your bones active and your…

Physio Ed. posted an update: We’ve all done it — bent down to grab something and felt […]

Wed, 29 Oct 2025 14:31:50 -0700

We’ve all done it — bent down to grab something and felt that little pull in the back.

In this short video, Dr. Kaitlin shares two simple ways to lift safely: the “Squat Lift” for bigger items and the “Golfer’s Reach” for smaller ones.

These techniques help protect your spine and keep you moving confidently through daily life.

Take a minute to…

Evie posted an update: https://www.health.harvard.edu/mind-and-mood/pay-attention-to […]

Fri, 17 Oct 2025 16:00:39 -0700

https://www.health.harvard.edu/mind-and-mood/pay-attention-to-concentration

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Pay attention to concentration - Harvard Health

People who struggle with concentration when performing tasks can try strategies like avoiding multitasking, taking scheduled breaks, and removing distractions. Activities like meditating, reading, ...

Physio Ed. posted an update: A brand new Q&A Webcast is ready for you! Go to the […]

Wed, 15 Oct 2025 16:53:55 -0700

A brand new Q&A Webcast is ready for you! Go to the “Videos and Resources” page to watch.

This week’s questions answered:

Paul, Age 70

“I was diagnosed with hip bursitis last year and had to stop gardening. Which movements should absolutely be avoided, and are there any gentle stretches I can try now?”

Angela, Age 63

“I’ve started helping take care…

Diane posted an update: Haha, I finally figured out how to turn my watering […]

Mon, 13 Oct 2025 16:12:32 -0700

Haha, I finally figured out how to turn my watering hose without twisting my back — just step, don’t reach! Such a simple fix. Thanks for the advice.

My lower back feels so much better today.

Physio Ed. posted an update: Try a little chair stretching exercise and see how it […]

Sun, 12 Oct 2025 18:27:04 -0700

Try a little chair stretching exercise and see how it feels! Let us know in the comments below.

Physio Ed. posted an update: Do your shoulders crack, pop, or feel tight when you […]

Fri, 10 Oct 2025 14:49:20 -0700

Do your shoulders crack, pop, or feel tight when you move them? These sensations—often called shoulder crepitus—are common and can interfere with everyday comfort and range of motion.

By understanding what causes shoulder crepitus and how to address it, you can take meaningful steps toward improving shoulder function and reducing stiffness or…

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Shoulder Crepitus Exercises - Physio Ed.

Clicking shoulders? Explore the causes, symptoms, and treatments of shoulder crepitus, a common issue for many active adults.

Physio Ed. posted an update: If you’re looking for simple yet effective […]

Thu, 09 Oct 2025 21:53:16 -0700

If you’re looking for simple yet effective hip-strengthening movements, fire hydrant exercises are an excellent place to start. Despite their simplicity, many older adults find this exercise to be a powerful addition to their fitness and mobility routine.

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Fire Hydrant Exercises: Simple Moves To Relieve Hip Pain - Physio Ed.

Discover the benefits of fire hydrant exercises for hip health. Learn how to perform this simple yet effective exercise to improve joint mobility.