Why you Shouldn’t Stretch Before Exercising

Why you Shouldn’t Stretch Before Exercising

Think back to P.E. class, and you’ll likely remember being told that you should always stretch before a workout. Recall a gym full of teenagers, all bent over trying to touch their toes or stretching their quads for a few minutes before hitting the track. Despite the...
Stand Tall! Your Body Will Thank You!

Stand Tall! Your Body Will Thank You!

Imagine building a snowman. Yes, a snowman. Let’s face it… winter is coming.  If you place three large snowballs directly on top of each other you will create a tall and happy snowman. However, if even one snowball section is not centered well, the snowman will...
Let’s get Moving, Washington Heights!

Let’s get Moving, Washington Heights!

Skip to the maps MKE Physical Therapy calls Milwaukee’s Washington Heights neighborhood home. This article, published in our neighborhood magazine The Highlighter, presents exercise benefits that apply to all neighborhoods, but we encourage you to take advantage...
You are an Athlete!

You are an Athlete!

Most of us don’t spend our weekends throwing touchdown passes, running marathons, or sinking the game-winning three pointer, but all of us depend on the same muscles as professional athletes to rake leaves, shovel snow, and get things done in our daily lives. Since we...