motivation

Sometimes I think athletes think about a warm-up like some people think about Santa Claus: It’s probably great but isn’t necessarily for me. I’m glad people other believe in it, but warm-ups takes...

“I trust you more than I trust my physical therapist.” That single sentence changed everything for me. I was a personal trainer in Richmond, VA, not yet a physical therapist. My client had been...

At Ascend Physical Therapy in Richmond, VA, we believe that movement is medicine. Whether you're recovering from an injury, managing chronic pain, or looking to optimize your athletic performance,...

At Ascend PT, we have a common thread - we love to play. Our office is filled with laughter and fun, but we also celebrate each other's adventures away from work. That’s because we understand that...

Rounded shoulders and the associated anterior shoulder pain are common issues affecting posture, comfort, and performance. If you’ve ever experienced that weird shoulder pain right behind your...

If you’re hypermobile and your hips constantly feel tight—especially the front (hip flexors) and back (hamstrings)—you’re not alone. It’s one of the most common complaints I hear from clients....

Exercise can feel overwhelming when your energy and symptoms fluctuate. Some days, movement feels great. Other days, even the warm-up feels impossible. Instead of forcing yourself into rigid workout...

If you’ve ever wondered why some days you feel unstoppable and others you can barely get through breakfast, you’re not imagining things. This comes down to allostatic load—the total amount of stress...

Why Hypermobile Bodies Need a Better GPS What is proprioception? Proprioception is your body's ability to know where it is in space without needing to look. It’s what helps you balance on one foot,...

Sensory Processing and Hypermobility – A Nervous System Puzzle What is sensory processing?Sensory processing is your brain’s ability to take in, organize, and respond to information from your...