DON’T GIVE UP!
Turn Your Fitness Goals Into Daily Wins With Personalized PT
A FEAR OF INJURY Many people see pain as a signal to limit movement, for fear of doing harm. This fear of movement, or kinesthesia, in turn becomes yet another obstacle to fitness. Pain is not always a warning signal; sometimes, learning to work through it is a key to healing. A trained PT can diagnose the cause of your pain and teach you correct exercise techniques to mobilize your muscles and joints safely. A LACK OF MOTIVATION Your PT will make regular appointments with you and chart your progress, creating an incentive to exercise regularly. They will also provide encouragement and help you appreciate your own successes. As you gain confidence, seeking support and encouragement from others will come more naturally. Your PT may also be able to put you in touch with exercise classes that could make working out more fun. If you are setting new fitness goals in 2026, don’t hesitate to contact us for help. We would be delighted to partner with you in achieving your goals!
Millions of Americans are making resolutions to shed pounds, gain muscle, or improve their ability to move and play in the new year. Sadly, by the end of January, 48% of them will have given up on those goals, according to research conducted by Ohio State University. The barriers people face are strikingly similar, from a lack of motivation or skill to a fear of injury. As research sheds new light on the psychology of staying fit, physical therapists (PTs) have grown
increasingly skilled in helping patients overcome these barriers and achieve success. Here’s how: A LACK OF SOCIAL SUPPORT A physical therapist will engage with you right from the start, assessing your condition, learning your history and goals, and creating a personalized treatment plan. Attending appointments at a PT clinic will put you in the presence of other patients and therapists who share a common interest in improving their physical capabilities. As you become more comfortable with exercise, sharing your goals with family and friends and inviting others to join you will become easier. A LACK OF SKILL Your PT will choose exercises that suit your age, fitness level, skills, and health status. They will also guide you as you work out, to ensure that you move correctly. As you gain strength and skill, your PT can teach you how to use various kinds of equipment, including home workout gear. As your knowledge increases, you can gradually take responsibility for maintaining a healthy level of exercise for life!
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Korean Ground Beef
Ingredients Sauce
Stir Fry • 2 tbsp avocado oil
Finishing Touches • 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil • 1/4 cup green
• 1/4 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce • 1 tbsp honey, or a liquid sugar- free sweetener • 1 tsp cornstarch • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
• 1 lb lean ground beef, 85/15 • 1 tbsp fresh garlic, minced • 1 tbsp fresh ginger root, minced
onions, thinly sliced
Directions 1. In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, cornstarch, and red pepper flakes. Set aside. 2. In a large skillet, heat avocado oil over medium-high heat. Add beef and cook, stirring, until no longer pink, breaking it into crumbles as you cook, about 5 minutes. 3. Drain the beef and return it to the skillet. Add garlic and ginger and cook, stirring, for 1 minute. 4. Stir sauce into the beef, then cook for 2 more minutes, until heated through and the sauce thickens. 5. Off heat, drizzle the dish with sesame oil, sprinkle with sliced green onions, and serve over white rice (if desired).
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