When sitting, especially for a while, your hip positioning in your chair can make a big difference on your low back. This is especially true for folks with disc bulges or herniations causing pain down the hip, back of the leg, or into the shin/foot. Is no good. This is how we want to sit. Our back is rounded out and unsupported, which increases disc pressure on the nerves of our spine (think couch sitting 🛋). Is acceptable. This is how we should sit, with our hips back in ou

Side planks are a great oblique exercise, but did you know they also really work your hip abductors (side butt). When performed correctly, side planks: Strengthen your hips, shoulders, and obliques all in one exercise Improve stabilization and balance Help protect your back from injury As always, technique is key. Do your body a favor and follow along with Dr. Alex as he teaches you side plank variations! At motivPT, we'll get you moving in a healthy way. If you have pain, w

Bridges are a common exercise, but they're often done incorrectly! The main function of a bridge is to strengthen your glute muscles, which

Technique matters. Too often, people push themselves into harder exercises without having a solid understanding of the techniques needed for

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Let’s put your core stability to the test because a stable core means a more stable spine, happier hips, and a stronger back. Grab a nonbreakable cup, fill it partway with water, and follow along with Dr. Alex as you perform a challenging series of arm and leg reaches. Try not to get wet, but forgive yourself if you do! We want to see how it goes! Record or take a photo of yourself trying and tag @motivphysicaltherapy / @motivPT on Facebook and Instagram so we can see! At mot

Your hips have an important job! They help mobilize and stabilize the lower extremities. Side-Lying Clam Exercises are a great way to engage your hip external rotators (aka your side butt!) and set your hips up for strong, effective movement. Start with just your body weight and then add bands for a little more intensity. At motivPT, we've got you covered for moving in a healthy way. If you have pain, weakness, or imbalance, consider booking with us for an online Physical The

Being able to engage your deep core is important. Even more important is being able to sustain that engagement. It's very difficult for people with back pain (or who have had back pain) to engage and sustain their deep core muscles. Follow along as Dr. Alex helps you with your technique so you can be using your core, avoiding back pain, and continuing to do all the activities you love! At motivPT, we've got you covered for moving in a healthy way. If you have pain, weakness,

Side planks are a great core exercise and one of the best ways to strengthen your hip abductors--those muscles on the sides of your hips. Bu

We all know having a strong core is important, but your core is more than just your 6-pack muscles. When doing typical core exercises, we often neglect our deepest stabilizers, including our back extensors. These deep muscles are what help us to avoid pain and injury. This exercise challenges all aspects of the core, focusing on stability and control rather than force and effort. #motivpt #physicaltherapy #virtualpt #wellness

Physical therapy can often be the key to keeping minor injuries from becoming major ones. In this post, Dr. Alex explains how physical thera