by Dr. Nate Kadlecek, PT | Apr 25, 2023 | Exercise/Fitness, Senior Wellness
Start with light weights, perform the exercises slowly and controlled, and then progress to heavier weights as time and your ability levels permit. Introduction Hey there, ladies! So, you’ve decided to take the plunge and start strength training, huh? Good...
by Dr. Nate Kadlecek, PT | Apr 16, 2023 | Uncategorized
All of this is a construct. That is neither good nor bad. It is agnostic. We are born into a world with set rules and social norms. These social norms are generated over 100s and thousands of years and they change frequently. This means that social...
by Dr. Nate Kadlecek, PT | Apr 12, 2023 | Exercise/Fitness
Introduction Today, we’re diving into an interesting topic: when did exercise start to become more popular? It may seem like a modern phenomenon, but you might be surprised to learn that the roots of exercise can be traced back to ancient civilizations....
by Dr. Nate Kadlecek, PT | Apr 10, 2023 | Cognitive Health, Senior Wellness
Introduction I’ve seen how vital exercise is for cognitive health, particularly among older adults. But I also understand that, as a caregiver, motivating your loved one to engage in regular physical activity can be a challenge. Fret not! This guide is here to...
by Dr. Nate Kadlecek, PT | Apr 8, 2023 | Balance, Exercise/Fitness
Introduction Hey there, amazing caregivers and seniors! Have you or a loved one ever experienced that uneasy feeling when thinking about the possibility of falling? It’s a common concern among seniors, but don’t worry—we’re here to help. In...
by Dr. Nate Kadlecek, PT | Apr 3, 2023 | Cognitive Health
Introduction I’ve seen firsthand how social exercise can make a world of difference in the lives of older adults. We all know that exercise is good for the body and mind, but did you know that adding a social element can further boost its cognitive benefits? In...
by Dr. Nate Kadlecek, PT | Mar 13, 2023 | Back Pain
Go to physical therapy and ensure that you give it enough time (at least 6 months) If physical therapy doesn’t work and you have progressively worsening symptoms that are making your legs or arms go numb associated with muscle weakness then you may be a...
by Dr. Nate Kadlecek, PT | Feb 28, 2023 | Exercise/Fitness
Heavy deadlifts will definitely make you bigger, stronger, and more powerful. Increased size and strength occur for a variety of reasons: Practicing the deadlift improves the deadlift by increasing the firing rate of neurons associated with the muscles required...
by Dr. Nate Kadlecek, PT | Feb 24, 2023 | Building Habits
“I know I should exercise more.” “Oh yea, I’m going to start doing more of that.” “Maybe I should start going to bed earlier.” “I want to be in better shape.” “I want to have a better...
by Dr. Nate Kadlecek, PT | Feb 22, 2023 | Exercise/Fitness, Physical Therapy
If you keep lifting with tendonitis your symptoms can increase, decrease or stay the same. This will largely depend on how you modify your lifting once you have symptoms. In the rest of this post, we will cover a few different aspects of tendonitis. This...
