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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...

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...

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...

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...

Book Physical Therapy and Stretching Book Virtual Consultation Hey Black Star Fam, It’s the start of a new month, and for me, that means taking a step back to reflect, reset, and actually follow the advice I give so many of you. I’ll be spending some much needed time this August with my family on vacation but also getting quiet enough to evaluate what’s working in my life, and what needs to shift. This is part of my reset. A necessary pause that too often gets skipped. In a blog I recently...

July Reset Week 3: Hip Pain Is It Weakness or Stiffness Book Physical Therapy and Stretching Book Virtual Consultation Hey there, Let’s talk hips because this week’s “Got Pain?” spotlight is one of the most common complaints I hear: “Is my hip pain or stiffness caused by tight muscles—or weakness?” Here’s the truth: your hip needs both strength and mobility to function well. But more often than not, that tight, stiff feeling you're dealing with? It’s actually your body’s cry for strength, not...

Reset July Week 2 Recap: Got Knee Pain? Book Physical Therapy and Stretching Book Virtual Consultation Hey (Reader How’s Reset July going for you so far? Have you had a chance to stretch, roll, or get back into your strength workouts? This week’s focus is a big one—knees. I get asked about this area all the time—especially from women who are active, walking regularly, or trying to get stronger again but still dealing with stiffness, pain, or instability. So I want to share something personal:...

Reset July Book Physical Therapy and Stretching Book Virtual Consultation Hey Reader, We’re kicking off Reset July with one of the most common issues I hear from women: foot pain, especially that stabbing feeling in the heel or arch when you step out of bed in the morning. If that sounds like you, keep reading. (And yes—all the tips below are available in video form on my YouTube channel for easy follow-along. 🎥 Link below!) Try These Simple At-Home Fixes 💥 Stretch & Strengthen: Calf Stretch...

Let’s Reset Together Book Physical Therapy and Stretching Book Virtual Consultation Hey Black Star Fam, We’re officially halfway through 2025 — can you believe it? How are you feeling? How’s your body holding up? Has this year been divine so far? If you read my last newsletter, you know a lot has happened over the past six months here at Black Star Physical Therapy & Wellness. From launching new services, accepting insurance, hiring a new assistant, and completing our 8-day Move & Stretch to...

A personal note on lessons, wins, and what's next... A Birthday Reflection Thank you for rocking with me! Book Physical Therapy and Stretching Purchase Wellness Guide Hello Reader To my amazing Black Star PT & Wellness family — thank you. 💛 Today’s my birthday 🎉 — and if I’m being honest, celebrating myself hasn’t always come easy. I was raised to be humble. To let my actions speak for themselves. To keep going, no matter what. But as I step into Year 47, I’m learning that it’s okay to pause...