TheFitInstitute_Getting to the Core of Your Back & Neck Pain

WHAT PATIENTS ARE SAYING

DISCHARGED FROM PHYSICAL THERAPY. NOWWHAT?

I began going weekly for physical therapy

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for my back. Stephanie was wonderful and really helped me feel better. I’ve learned a lot of exercises that I can do at home to prevent more problems in the future. Ihavealsostartedworking with Luigi. He’s also wonderful at what he does. He’s always encouraging and each training session is different. I love TFI! - Sara

HAS YOUR PAIN COME BACK? This program focuses on all aspects of athletic development and performance. We focus on injury prevention, speed, strength, power,agilityandmobility.Thisprogramwas developed for any youth athlete looking to enhancetheiroverallperformancenomatter thesport;aswellasyouthlookingtogetakick startinphysicalfitness,healthandwellness. Parents,registeryourchildnowtoreceive afreeweekoftraining!Visitmindbody.io/ fitness/studios/the-fit-instituteorcallus at (773) 799 2795 for more information. FIRST WEEK IS FREE! Keep up with your physical therapy exercises to relieve pain and prevent further injuries If your pain doesn’t subside, consult with your therapist about what other things might be causing pain. Call The Fit Institute for a complimentary injury consultation. We will guide you so you can get back to the activities you love. 1 2 3 WINTER YOUTH SPORTS PERFORMANCE PROGRAM Congratulations, you have met all of your PT goalsandarelivingamorefulfilledlife,backto doingalloftheactivitiesyoulove!Doyouneed alittleextrahelpafterrehabilitationtowardsa journeytooptimalhealthandperformance?We areofferingallofourdischargedpatientsa20% discountoffofallpersonaltrainingpackages! Contact us today for a COMPLIMENTARY FIRST WORK OUT with one of our certified personal trainers. Visit our WEBSITE at thefitinstitutechicago.com to learn more aboutourservices.

NEW TO THE TEAM! Caroline Kurdej, Marketing Leader Caroline Kurdej is a current graduate student at Northwestern University, pursuing an MS in Sports Journalism. She earned her undergraduate degrees in Business Administration and English from DePaul University, where she ran Division I cross country and track for four years. During her time as an athlete, she spent just as much time in the training room to as she did at practice, either warding off or treating her injuries.

Carolinedebuted inherChicagoMarathon inOctoberof2019andcompeted intheChicagoTriathlon-turned-duathlon inAugustof2019,earningthird in her collegiate competitive division and qualifying for the Life Time Tri Championship in New York. She believes the resilience and strength learned insporttransferovertotheclassroom,theworkforceandbeyond.

Shehasapassionforallsports,fromskiingandhikingtobeachvolleyball,yogaandswimming.Caroline strivestoshareherpassionforsports,rehabilitationandstrengthtrainingwithothers.She looksforward to intertwiningherbusinessandwritingbackground toshareTFI’svisionwith those looking tobecome the best athlete and stronger version of themselves.

EXERC I SE ESSENT I AL S USE THIS EXERCISE TO STRENGTHEN YOUR CORE

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Front Plank Forearms & Feet Lie on your stomach with elbows bent. Your legs should be straight out behind you with your feet together. Raise up on your forearms and toes. Create a nice straight line with your body from your head to your heels. Concentrate on tucking your pelvic to engage your abs, squeezing your glutes and quads to keep your legs straight, and squeezing your legs together as you hold. Hold for 20 seconds and repeat 3 times.

Alwaysconsult yourphysical therapistorphysicianbeforestartingexercises youareunsureofdoing.

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