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Good Reps Physical Therapy Good Reps Physical Therapy is on a mission to help YOU reach your goals.

We are here to help you live your fullest potential by providing you with the right tools for good movement and recovery.

10/10/2026

Medial tibial stress syndrome more commonly referred to as shin splints is super common in individuals that participate in repetitive impact heavy activities, such as running. However, along that same spectrum are stress fractures, a more serious diagnosis. So, how do these typically present and when should you be concerned?

Typically symptoms will be located on the inner side of the low leg bone, closer to the ankle than it would to the knee. And may be tender, achy, or quite sharp. Symptoms may come on with loading such as running, jumping, or in more severe cases, walking. Generally, stress fracture symptoms will be more localized than shin splints.

But if you are concerned about symptoms you are experiencing, it is always best to find a PT near you or see your doctor.

10/07/2026

It’s so easy to say, “I moved the wrong way” or “I'm just prone to injury.” But movement is just one piece of the puzzle. Address the rest to get back on track.

Checklist:
Rest 😴
Fuel 🍎
Stress 📈
Consistency 🏋️‍♂️
Load 🏃‍♀️

Meet Dr. Matt Orrok, the newest member of the Good Reps family!
10/06/2026

Meet Dr. Matt Orrok, the newest member of the Good Reps family!

10/05/2026

Get to know Dr. Matt Orrok!

10/01/2026

As you’re peaking and tapering for your next race, you don’t have to entirely drop strength work. It is true that doing heavy or high-volume calf raises can hinder your ability to recover as you peak for your race, but this is where overcoming isometrics can come in handy.

Isometrics are often used for early stages in rehab, but can also be used as a training tool as it allows you to manage fatigue while achieving a high level of intensity to maintain strength qualities.

09/29/2026

Check out these tips, to make sure your shoe wear and surface selection are helping, and not hurting your hops!

09/27/2026

Have you ever been told to foam roll and wondered what the benefits are or what is happening to your muscle tissues when you foam roll? Let’s explore this further!

What Foam Rolling Can Do ✅

▪️Change how your nervous system perceives stretching to temporarily improve ROM
▪️Reduce perceived muscle soreness
▪️Temporarily improve tolerance to exercise

What Foam Rolling Does NOT Do 🚫

▪️Break up scar tissue or adhesions in muscle tissue
▪️Permanently change muscle lengths
▪️Improve athletic performance
▪️Prevent Injuries

Foam rolling can be a helpful tool but remember long term changes in muscle tissues occur from consistent strength training and proper recovery including sleep, nutrition, hydration and stress management!

09/25/2026

Does hand position matter during weighted lunges? 💡

Short answer: Absolutely. Changing which hand holds the weight shifts your center of mass and changes muscle recruitment.

🔹 Opposite Hand (Contralateral): Shifts your center of mass inward toward your midline. This increases the load on your inner thigh (adductors) and forces your quads to stabilize against the inward pull.

🔹 Same Side Hand (Ipsilateral): Shifts your center of mass outward over the working leg. This places more demand on your outer hip and glutes to keep your knee and pelvis stable.

⚖️ Two Weights: Keeps your center of mass centered right over your front foot.

Try changing hands on your next set—where do you feel it most? 👇

Lisa, Claire and Otto are running the Berlin Marathon this coming Sunday 9/27. Wish them luck and email them before tomo...
09/24/2026

Lisa, Claire and Otto are running the Berlin Marathon this coming Sunday 9/27. Wish them luck and email them before tomorrow 🇩🇪

09/23/2026

Two biggest strength training tips for marathon season 🏃

1️⃣ Rep scheme: You don't need a million reps. 4-6 reps has been shown to improve running economy and lower injury risk.

2️⃣ Keep stress days, stress days and rest days, rest days. Pair your strength training with your hard run days (like intervals) instead of your easy runs or true rest days, so recovery stays recovery.

Done right, strength training is one of the best things you can do to improve performance and prevent injury this season.

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