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Top 5 Exercises for Lower Back Pain
Did you know that your lower back pain isn’t necessarily from “just getting old,” sitting in an office chair for 8 hours, or even...

Caroline Jackle
Sep 12, 20243 min read


What Are The 5 Points of the 5 Point Check Up?
Everyone knows that knowledge is power, right? We’ve all heard it thousands of times. However, for some reason when it comes to health...

John Braswell
Aug 29, 20244 min read


The Biggest Mistake Runners Make When Trying to Run Faster
Have been taking those bigger steps, hoping your runs will get faster? Do you feel like your running has actually slowed down? Here’s the...

Functionize Guest
Aug 14, 20243 min read


The Salty Truth: Everything you need to know about Hydration and Electrolytes
The dog days of summer are most definitely here! We tend to be a little more tuned into staying hydrated in warmer seasons since we know...

Functionize Guest
Aug 1, 20246 min read


5 Tips Every Runner Should Know To Avoid Injuries
...and run faster ! Oh, summertime in Atlanta! Humidity, heat, and hills won't stop most dedicated runners from hitting the trails or the...

Functionize Guest
Jul 18, 20246 min read


The 5 Most Common Shoulder Injuries in Tennis and What You Can Do About It
Hey there fellow tennis enthusiasts! One thing you’ll quickly learn about me is my love for tennis. I have been wielding a racket since I...
Shiv Patel
Jun 19, 20246 min read


Are You Pushing Yourself Too Hard? The 6 Signs That You May Be Over-Exercising
Exercise is an essential part of maintaining a healthy lifestyle. It promotes cardiovascular health, muscle strength, flexibility, and...

Functionize Guest
Jun 6, 20243 min read


Getting Back in the Swing: How Physical Therapy Can Enhance Your Baseball Season
As the winter frost thaws and spring approaches, the crack of the bat and the smell of freshly cut grass signal the return of baseball...

John Braswell
Apr 18, 20243 min read


5 Easy Steps Towards Healthful Eating in 2024
Once again we’re closing in on the end of another year gone by. Typically, this is the time of year when we reflect on the ups and downs...

Lauren Sok
Dec 28, 20235 min read


Do I Need to See a Doctor Before Seeing a Physical Therapist?
How many people have gone through this scenario: You begin to feel some pain somewhere, maybe your back, or in your knees. You try all...

Lauren Sok
Dec 14, 20235 min read


The Truth About Conquering Low Back Pain: How Physical Therapy Can Keep You At Work
As a physical therapist for over 20 years, I have seen my share of clients with low back pain . Most people know that low back pain is a...
Leslie Novak
Nov 30, 20235 min read


4 Fall Super-foods to Boost Your Health
Hello November! Finally! Fall is here. While the cool temps come later in Atlanta compared to our northern states, we can always...

Lauren Sok
Nov 9, 20234 min read


Sitting Is the New Smoking! What To Start Doing Now.
Whether you work at a desk, or just tend to get sucked into activities like reading, crafts, or puzzles, sitting for long periods of time...

Lauren Sok
Oct 26, 20235 min read


Seven Strength Training Tips to Help You Enhance Your Running!
I come from a long line of runners. My mom, a runner of 40 years, along with me, since I was in 4th grade, and my sister, while not that...

John Braswell
Oct 12, 20234 min read


4 Reasons You Should Start Strength Training
At Functionize, we're all about building muscle strength! As a physical therapy clinic , we are often learning things ourselves about...

Functionize Guest
Sep 28, 20235 min read


What Everyone Should Know About Stress Management - An Everyday Athlete's Handbook
Welcome to the 4th and final part of our Everyday Athlete Handbook series. So far, we've covered Sleep , Nutrition , and Movement ....

Lauren Sok
Sep 13, 20233 min read


What Everyone Should Know About Movement - An Everyday Athlete's Handbook
The Everyday Athlete’s Handbook: 4 steps to prevent pain and injury while staying strong, healthy, and engaged in the activities you love...

Lauren Sok
Aug 30, 20233 min read


What Everyone Should Know About Nutrition - An Everyday Athlete's Handbook
The Everyday Athlete’s Handbook: 4 steps to prevent pain and injury while staying strong, healthy, and engaged in the activities you love...

Lauren Sok
Aug 16, 20234 min read


What Everyone Should Know About Sleep - An Everyday Athlete's Handbook
The Everyday Athlete’s Handbook: 4 steps to prevent pain and injury while staying strong, healthy, and engaged in the activities you love...

Lauren Sok
Aug 2, 20234 min read


The Truth about Muscle Mass and Longevity
Hint: if you want to live longer, you must get stronger! ME: “PERMISSION TO ‘GO THERE’” NO ONE: “PERMISSION GRANTED” Let’s talk, yet...

Jacob Reynolds PT, DPT
Jul 17, 20233 min read
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