Training Tips for Running Long Distance Races by Tyler Guymon PT, DPT Cert. DN AZOPT Buckeye Clinic Manager It’s the perfect time in Arizona to enjoy the outdoors! And if you are like me, you too are trying to be more active and healthy this ...
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Foam Rolling 101 Chances are you have seen someone recently laying and rolling around on a cylindrical shaped piece of foam. Whether at the gym, CrossFit, or even AZOPT, foam rolling has become an extremely popular and effective self-massage ...
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Beginning and Following Through With Better Fitness By AZOPT Physical Therapists It’s no surprise the most popular New Year’s Resolution is to get in better shape. It’s also no surprise that this resolution ends in failure more times ...
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There are two main types of stretching: static and dynamic. Static stretching is the type of stretching most people are familiar with. It typically consists of getting into a position until you feel a stretch on a specific muscle or muscle ...
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When a Home Exercise Program is Not Enough By Ryann Roberts, DPT AZOPT Owner and Physical Therapist Ever had an injury or nagging pain that just won’t go away? During the course of exercise, sports, and sometimes normal daily activities, ...
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Keeping Your Fluid Levels Up By Ryann Roberts, DPT AZOPT Owner & Physical Therapist, CrossFit Level 1 Trainer There’s nothing better than a cold glass of water after a workout, but don’t forget to fuel up on liquids before you hit the ...
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Couch Potato Children – Tips to Get Them to be Physically and Mentally Active By Bobbi Michels, DPT Kids Place West Physical Therapist It’s a Saturday morning, and already we can hear the kids: “Mom, it’s my turn to play on the ...
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Goodyear – Buckeye – Kids Place (623) 242-6908 www.AZOPT.net WRITE A REVIEW, RECEIVE A FREE GIFT! We value the word of our patients. Simply write us a review on one of the below websites, show us the review the next time you come ...
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When Should I See a Physical Therapist, and Will it Help? By Teri Roberts, DPT AZOPT Owner and Physical Therapist Sore? “Who Cares!” Achy? “No problem.” Stiff? “No big deal.” We…are Crossfitters. If we did not like to ...
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Benefits of Physical Activity for Young Children By Kelsie Noel, DPT Kids Place Pediatric Physical Therapist Childhood obesity is rising, and with it, comes the increased risk of developing health concerns. According to the Center for Disease ...
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