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Dog Walks & Pelvic Floor: The Unexpected PT Connection
If you’re a dog parent in Asheville, chances are you spend plenty of time on walks—along the greenway, in the neighborhood, or on...

Dr. Maggie Parker
Jul 212 min read
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WNC Wellness: How Outshine Complements Holistic Health
Here in Asheville, we’re surrounded by a vibrant wellness community—from direct primary care doctors, functional medicine practitioners,...

Dr. Sieara Hinshaw
Jul 132 min read
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Dry Needling for Summer Recovery: What It Is & When to Try It
With all the summer activities Asheville and WNC has to offer—hiking, paddling, biking, disc golfing, and more—your muscles may be...

Dr. Maggie Parker
Jul 73 min read
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Movement Is Medicine: How Motion Helps Your Mood, Mind & Hormones
Feeling stuck, foggy, or low-energy? You’re not alone—and there’s a powerful, accessible tool that can help: movement . At Outshine...

Dr. Maggie Parker
Jun 302 min read
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Sore on Monday? How to Recover Like a Weekend Warrior
If you’ve ever gone all in on a weekend—whether it was biking Bent Creek, getting all the yard work done, tackling a new gym class, or...

Dr. Maggie Parker
Jun 233 min read
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From Jar Openers to Gym Power: Why Grip Strength Matters
Grip strength measures how hard you can squeeze something using your hand, in pounds. It offers a simple snapshot of your overall...

Dr. Maggie Parker
Jun 163 min read
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🌈 Move With Pride: Celebrate LGBTQ+ Strength & Prep for the Blue Ridge Pride 5K
At Outshine Physical Therapy and Fitness, movement is for everyone. Pride Month is a time to uplift and celebrate our LGBTQ+...

Dr. Maggie Parker
Jun 92 min read
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Golf Strong: A Strength & Mobility Guide for a More Confident Game
A day on the Grove Park golf course is more than a walk in the park. With steep fairways, long drives, and Asheville’s mountain air, it’s...

Dr. Maggie Parker
Jun 23 min read
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Pedal Power: Ride the Trails of Asheville Strong This National Bike Month
May is National Bike Month , and there’s no better way to celebrate than hitting the trails! Asheville’s Bent Creek Experimental Forest...

Dr. Maggie Parker
May 273 min read
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Garden Strong: Get Your Body Ready to Dig In
Gardening is a surprisingly intense full-body workout that can lead to aches and pains without proper preparation. Before you dig in, try a 5-minute warm-up and follow smart gardening tips to stay strong and pain-free all season long.

Dr. Maggie Parker
May 193 min read
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Move for Your Mood — Movement and Mental Health Month
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and at Outshine Physical Therapy & Fitness, we believe that movement is medicine—not just for...

Dr. Maggie Parker
May 122 min read
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Spring Into Fitness - Outshine's May Movement Challenge
May is National Physical Fitness and Sports Month , and here at Outshine Physical Therapy & Fitness in Asheville, NC , we’re celebrating...

Dr. Maggie Parker
May 53 min read
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How to Fix Your Ankle Pain and Calf Tightness in Asheville, NC
At Outshine Physical Therapy and Fitness, we help active adults and athletes feel, move, and perform better in Asheville, NC. If you're...

Dr. Sieara Hinshaw
Apr 283 min read
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Spring into Disc Golf Season: An Asheville Player's Guide to Peak Performance
After Asheville's mountain winter hibernation and a Helene disrupted fall season, disc golf baskets across the region are calling your...

Dr. Maggie Parker
Apr 215 min read
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Spring Hiking in Asheville: Injury Prevention Tips for the Blue Ridge Trails
Common hiking injuries specific to Asheville's terrain Asheville's trails are like nature's obstacle course—slippery rock faces on...

Dr. Maggie Parker
Apr 144 min read
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Lower Back Pain and Stress Fractures in Baseball and Softball Players
Have you or your kids ever complained of lower back pain after playing sports? If a young athlete comes to see us complaining of more...

Dr. Sieara Hinshaw
Apr 74 min read
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Asheville Runners: Why Plyometrics Can Help Your Running
Plyometrics can be a game-changer for runners. Plyos can help improve speed, power, and efficiency while reducing the risk of injury. At...

Dr. Sieara Hinshaw
Mar 163 min read
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How Physical Therapy Can Improve Your Golf Game
Golf is a highly technical swing sport that requires a good balance of power, strength, mobility, and body awareness. It is also a very...

Dr. Sieara Hinshaw
Mar 112 min read
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Practical Guidance for Better Sleep
The relationship between your sleep and your physical health is complex but very connected. Your sleep has a lot to do with your ability...

Dr. Sieara Hinshaw
Feb 243 min read
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What to Expect with Your First Visit at Outshine Physical Therapy
Here is an all-access look into what to expect with your first visit at Outshine Physical Therapy and Fitness in Asheville, NC. We...

Dr. Sieara Hinshaw
Feb 173 min read
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