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Pedaling Towards a Cure
Team Functionize is pedaling towards a Parkinson’s Disease cure with the Michael J. Fox Foundation’s Tour de Fox!

Mary Kathleen Toner
Sep 10, 20193 min read


Guatemala 2019
As some of you know, I have recently returned home from my second trip to Guatemala through the nonprofit group I help out, MENTOREVOLUTION.

Jacob Reynolds PT, DPT
Sep 5, 20194 min read


Hypnobirthing
For more than 17 years, the Hypnobirthing Method has been helping mothers learn to relax and have a comfortable, drug-free childbirth.

Functionize Guest
Aug 26, 20192 min read


Mastering the Art of the Back to School Meal Routine
One of the most time-critical aspects of that morning rush is making sure there are options for a healthy, but efficient breakfast meal.

Allyson Balzuweit
Aug 20, 20196 min read


The Rules of Backpacks
We love you, you beautiful nerds...

Functionize Guest
Aug 14, 20193 min read


Pain Truth or Myth: Do You Need to Get an MRI Before Seeing a Physical Therapist?
The first question we often receive during an initial visit is, “Should I have gotten an MRI before coming to see you?"

Lauren Sok, PT, MPT
Aug 6, 20193 min read


Oh My Achy Adipose
“The doctor says if I lose weight it will take pressure off of my joints.” “I need to lose weight, otherwise I will wear down my...

Jacob Reynolds PT, DPT
Aug 1, 20193 min read


Help or Hinder: Posture Correcting Devices
Help or Hinder: What Will This Gadget Do? A blog series dedicated to covering products that promise relief.

Mary Kathleen Toner
Jul 25, 20194 min read


Prebiotics and Probiotics 101
An Overview of the Bugs in Your Gut, and How You Can Cultivate a Healthy Microbiome

Allyson Balzuweit
Jul 17, 20194 min read


Stretching vs Foam Rolling: Which is better and when to do what
All warm-ups and cool-downs were not created equally, it’s important to know what you are doing and why you are doing it.

Sarah Terpin
Jul 11, 20194 min read


Grow Tall
How posture can affect pain!

Lauren Sok, PT, MPT
Jul 2, 20194 min read


Swim Smoother, Not Harder
Efficiency within swimming varies tremendously. Swimming requires the athlete to have multiple iterations of each individual stroke...

Jacob Reynolds PT, DPT
Jun 27, 20193 min read


Parkinson’s and Daughters
Functionize Team Member, Mary Kathleen, shares her story on navigating Parkinson's disease with her Dad.

Mary Kathleen Toner
Jun 18, 20196 min read


You’re Only One Decision Away from a Totally Different Life
You’re Only One Decision Away from a Totally Different Life

Sarah Terpin
Jun 12, 20195 min read


Everybody’s Free (To Wear Sunscreen)
It’s been 20 years since the Baz Luhrmann song, “Everybody’s Free to Wear Sunscreen” hit the airwaves in 1999. See how it's inspired Lauren!

Lauren Sok, PT, MPT
Jun 4, 20198 min read


The Great Breakfast Debate
Is breakfast really the most important meal of the day? If so, why?

Allyson Balzuweit
May 29, 20196 min read


Help or Hinder: What Will This Gadget Do?
A review of the Neck Hammock

Mary Kathleen Toner
May 21, 20193 min read


Hygienic Exercise
Imagine if you did just 15 minutes of intentional exercise a day. You will have exercised almost 100 hours in a year!

Jacob Reynolds PT, DPT
May 16, 20192 min read


Should Pregnant Clients Do High-Impact Exercise?
Should Pregnant Clients Do High-Impact Exercise?

Functionize Guest
May 9, 20191 min read


The Battle Against Body Fat
Want to lose body fat fast? High Intensity Interval Training may be just the thing to jump start your workouts!

Lauren Sok, PT, MPT
May 1, 20194 min read
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