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How to Use Reps in Reserve (RIR) to Avoid Injuries and Overtraining
Last week we talked about how to use the RPE (rating of perceived exertion) scale for strength training. It is used to rate how difficult...

Dr. Sieara Hinshaw
Nov 19, 20232 min read


How to Use the RPE Scale for Strength Training
Hey guys! Have you heard of RPE in regard to strength training? Read below to learn more so you can get stronger and make sure you are...

Dr. Sieara Hinshaw
Nov 9, 20233 min read


Should I Train to Failure for Strength? Find the Optimal Approach
This is a commonly asked question. I find that most people train either too hard for too long OR they don’t train enough (or hard enough)...

Dr. Sieara Hinshaw
Oct 25, 20232 min read


Tactical Ways to Use Creatine to Help Your Strength, Recovery, and More
I recently listened to a podcast by The Ready State where Kelly and Juliet Starrett spoke with Dr. Darren Candow. Dr. Candow, PhD,...

Dr. Sieara Hinshaw
Oct 11, 20235 min read


The Powerful Benefits of Exercise for Anxiety and Depression
There was a very large study published recently that looked at the “Effectiveness of physical activity Interventions for improving...

Dr. Sieara Hinshaw
Oct 9, 20232 min read


Is your oral birth control pill killing your gains in the gym?
Have you ever wondered if your birth control pill could be limiting your gainz in the gym? It is a topic of concern and a valid question...

Dr. Sieara Hinshaw
Oct 5, 20232 min read


Can dry needling help my neck pain?
Learn if dry needling can help your neck pain.

Dr. Sieara Hinshaw
Sep 6, 20232 min read


Should you get surgery or consider physical therapy for a torn meniscus?
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Dr. Sieara Hinshaw
Jul 20, 20234 min read


Rehabilitation Nutrition: How to Speed up your Recovery After an Injury or Surgery
Did you know that muscle can start to be lost in as little as 35 hours of inactivity, and that we can have significant muscle loss within...

Dr. Sieara Hinshaw
Jun 26, 20232 min read
How physical therapists can help you overcome mental setbacks to return to sport
I ran across an article on the Choose PT website (provided by the American Physical Therapy Association) titled "Sports Injuries and...

Dr. Sieara Hinshaw
Jun 7, 20232 min read
Stand more and live longer! Tips to limit your sitting and improve your standing workstation
What is the problem with too much sitting? Sitting can have negative impacts on your health. Too much sitting is linked to obesity,...

Dr. Sieara Hinshaw
May 18, 20233 min read
10 Reasons to go Out-of-Network aka Cash-Based for Physical Therapy
My goal in writing this is to help everyone be better informed consumers so they can make the best decisions possible for themselves! While I strongly believe in the many benefits of the out-of-network aka cash-based physical therapy model, I understand that in-network can be a better fit for some people. I truly want what is best for each person who crosses my path, and I especially want everyone to understand the financial implications of each model so there are no surprise

Dr. Sieara Hinshaw
Apr 19, 20235 min read


Throwing with Weighted Balls: Good or Bad?
Controversial topic alert! Some folks believe strongly in using weighted balls to improve their velocity, while others never use them as...

Dr. Sieara Hinshaw
Mar 3, 20223 min read


Sport-Specific Strength and Conditioning Program for Baseball and Softball Players
Not every athlete should train the same! There are very different on field or court demands that need to be addressed and prepared for as...

Dr. Sieara Hinshaw
Feb 15, 20224 min read


The Benefits of Resistance Training: Why women need more than cardio!
Learn about the importance of resistance training for women and all of the benefits!

Dr. Sieara Hinshaw
Jan 12, 20226 min read
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