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March
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Spring Into Fitness
Temperatures are rising and the sun is staying out longer, allowing us to get back to our favorite outdoor activities!

It is easy to want to jump right in, but if your physical activity during the colder months decreased, here are some tips to ease back into your outdoor routine.

Start Slowly and Progress Gradually: It is important to begin with low-impact activities and gradually increase intensity and duration to prevent injury and avoid burnout.
Incorporate Variety into Workouts: Explore different types of physical activity, such as cardiovascular exercises, strength training, flexibility exercises, and balance training, to promote overall fitness and prevent monotony.
Listen to Your Body: Pay attention to your bodies' signals and adjust your workouts accordingly to avoid overexertion or strain.
Proper Warm-Up and Cool-Down Techniques: Incorporate warm-up exercises and stretching to prepare the body for exercise and prevent muscle stiffness and soreness afterwards.
Importance of Rest and Recovery: Rest days and recovery periods are crucial in a well-rounded fitness routine to allow the body to repair and rebuild muscles.
Set Realistic and Sustainable Goals: Set SMART (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound) goals that align with your fitness aspirations and lifestyle, fostering long-term commitment and success.
Utilize Professional Guidance: Physical therapists and athletic trainers provide you with personalized guidance, advanced manual therapy techniques, and tailored exercise programs to address your needs and concerns.

Prioritize your physical well-being and embark on a journey towards improved health! Reach out to one of our clinics for personalized support and guidance through our physical therapy services or sports recovery services.
Irish Dancing
St. Patrick's Day is March 17th.
We have Dance Medicine Performing Arts specialists who can provide specialized strategies for injury prevention, injury recovery, and performance
improvement! Schedule an appointment with Ashley Dunne, who is also an Irish Dance specialist, at our Oak Lawn clinic or with Alex Timm at our South Loop clinic.
CrossFit Open
Have a nagging injury limiting your performance?
Reach out to one of our clinics to schedule an injury evaluation.
Blog: When to Use Heat or Ice for Injuries
If you experience strain from lifting a heavy object or sustain an ankle sprain during vigorous exercise, immediate first aid becomes necessary to address the sudden pain. However, the dilemma arises regarding whether to apply heat or ice for the injury. At IMPACT Physical Therapy and Sports Recovery, we offer essential guidelines for effectively treating injuries to facilitate healing and alleviate discomfort. If you have recurring conditions that remain unaddressed by ice or heat treatments, don't hesitate to schedule a consultation with us to discuss a treatment plan.
Staff Highlight: Alex Timm
Alexandra Timm
PT, DPT, OCS, CMTPT/DN

“I thoroughly enjoy the problem-solving nature of physical therapy. I love working with each patient to solve their specific problems and set goals that are meaningful, which is a unique process for each individual. As a physical therapist, I feel like we can really meet patients and clients where they are at and come up with a plan to help them achieve their goals.”
Christmas Without Cancer Shoe Drive
Collection boxes are available at all IMPACT Physical Therapy & Sports Recovery clinics! Call us at 833-299-4672 with any questions.
Thank you in advance for your donation!
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