To Make Fitness Goals… or Not Make Goals?
Hello Reader If you’re opening this email feeling motivated, tired, hopeful, overwhelmed—or somewhere in between—you’re exactly where you’re supposed to be. The first week of January often comes with a lot of noise: New goals. New routines. New expectations. And sometimes… a lot of pressure. So before we talk about fitness, health, or what this year should look like, I want to ask you something simpler: What is your relationship with the start of a new year? Are you someone who sets bold...
4 days ago • 2 min readA gentle winter check-in (no pressure, just care)
A gentle winter check-in Hello Reader, Before winter officially begins, I wanted to check in. Scroll down to for restorative tips for this holiday season. If your body feels a little stiffer…If your energy feels lower…If your nervous system feels tired from doing all the things… You’re not behind. You’re human. I’ll share something personal:I’ve been a little M.I.A. on purpose. This season, I’ve been practicing something that didn’t come easily at first: rest without guilt. More time with...
21 days ago • 2 min readEmpower Your Journey to Wellness
Empower Your Journey to Wellness December Newsletter Hello Reader My Black Star Fam, It has been a while since I have reached out to you so in this spirit of Thanksgiving, I want to say THANK YOU for being a subscriber and supporting Black Star Physical Therapy and Wellness. How are you doing? I have been focusing on spending quality time with family, caring for my mom and preparing for the Holidays stress free! This December newsletter, I am sharing my December affirmation as well as some...
29 days ago • 2 min readRead This Before You Shovel or Power-Walk in the Cold
Get Ready for Winter: A PT’s Guide for Women Who Want to Stay Active, Strong & Pain-Free Online Fitness Programs Any Questions? Book virtual consultation here Hi friend, We’re halfway into November and Michigan already had its first snowfall. It wasn’t enough to shovel (thankfully!), but it was enough to slow traffic and remind me that winter is knocking on the door. How much movement have you been getting this fall? I’m asking because if you’re already slipping into hibernation mode… this...
about 2 months ago • 1 min readMom Moves for Safer Lifting + a 5-Min Core Reset
Book Physical Therapy and Stretching Book Virtual Consultation Hey there, Superwoman Between work, home, groceries, and those never-ending deliveries, your body is constantly lifting, bending, and multitasking. It’s no wonder so many of us end the day with tight backs, sore shoulders, or that familiar “ugh” when we pick something up the wrong way. As a physical therapist (and mom), I see it every day — people struggling to lift things safely. And the little voice in my head always says: “If...
2 months ago • 1 min readSubject line: Your Daily Habits Could Be Strengthening (or Weakening) Your Bones
Book Physical Therapy and Stretching Book Virtual Consultation Hello Reader Remember: Living a healthy lifestyle isn’t just about how you look, it’s about how you move, how you feel, and how long you can keep doing the things you love. As October comes to a close, I’m taking a moment to reflect on National Physical Therapy Month and an incredible personal win. Two weeks ago, I had the honor of presenting at the Michigan Physical Therapy Association’s State Conference, my largest stage yet! 🎤...
2 months ago • 2 min read“Myths About Physical Therapy You Should Stop Believing”
Book Physical Therapy and Stretching Book Virtual Consultation Hey friend, It’s officially National Physical Therapy Month, so you know I had to talk about one of my favorite things, clearing up a few PT myths that still make me go “hmmm?” even after 21 years in the profession. Over the years, I’ve heard it all: 💬 “Am I going to get a massage?” 💬 “Do I need a chiropractor for my back pain?” (meanwhile their doctor referred them to PT 😅) 💬 “My doctor said you’ll help my back — where’s my...
3 months ago • 1 min readSeptember Ends
Book Physical Therapy and Stretching Book Virtual Consultation Hello Reader Why Nutrition Matters for Joints, Stiffness, and Muscle Recovery Research shows that nearly 100 million Americans live with chronic pain, with back pain being the leading cause of missed work days in the U.S. (CDC, 2023). While physical therapy and movement are key, food plays a big role in how our bodies heal and manage inflammation. Recipe 1: Golden Glow Recovery Smoothie Perfect for post-workout recovery. Why it...
3 months ago • 1 min readSeptember Reset: Why Rest Is the Secret to Strength
Book Physical Therapy and Stretching Book Virtual Consultation Hi Reader, It’s been a while since my last note. I might have taken “August pause” a little too literally, but that break turned into exactly what I needed. For many of us, September feels like a second New Year. Kids are back in school, work picks up, and routines snap into place. For me, that shift included a special family road trip to Virginia Beach. It was fun, but more importantly, it was restful. And that rest taught me...
4 months ago • 1 min read4 Years of Black Star PT & Wellness: Pause, Pivot, and Rebuild
Book Physical Therapy and Stretching Book Virtual Consultatio Hi Black Star Family, As I sit down to write this, I can’t help but reflect; August 26 will mark 4 years of Black Star Physical Therapy and Wellness. Four years of serving, stretching, coaching, and building a community that I never take for granted. What started out as Instagram Live workouts has evolved into in-person small group stretch classes, creating an online fitness coaching community helping women manage pain and...
5 months ago • 1 min read