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Welcome to our blog where we share informative articles on health and sport. Our aim is to provide you with the latest insights and tips to help you achieve your fitness goals and lead a healthy lifestyle.
The Best Strength Exercises to Increase a Golfer's Drive Distance This Summer
If you want to add serious distance to your golf drive, it might be time to step away from the range and into some plyometrics. Often overlooked in traditional golf training, plyometric exercises can give you the power boost your swing has been missing
Chardon PT Team
2 min read
Enhancing Core Stability for Better Jumps and Turns in Dancers
For dancers, precision, grace, and explosive movement all stem from one critical foundation: core stability.
Chardon PT Team
2 min read
The Overlooked Link: How Physical Therapy Supports Mental Health
When most people think about physical therapy, they picture exercises for pain relief, injury rehab, or sports recovery. While all of those are true, there’s another powerful outcome we see every day at Chardon Performance Therapy—improved mental health.
Angelia Smith
2 min read
Get Your Body Ready for Gardening This Spring: Mobility, Strength & Injury Prevention Tips
As the weather warms up and the ground thaws, many of us are eager to get our hands in the dirt. But before you dive into planting, weeding, and mulching, it's important to get your body garden-ready.
Chardon PT Team
2 min read
Spring Into Running: How to Build Mileage Safely for Summer Races
As the weather warms up, many runners start increasing their mileage in preparation for summer races.
Chardon PT Team
2 min read
Helping Kids with Special Needs Enjoy Exercise: Strategies for Success
Here are some practical, parent-friendly strategies to help children with special needs not just move more—but enjoy it!
Angelia Smith
3 min read
Top 5 Trails to Explore in Geauga County (And How to Stay Safe on Them)
Here’s your guide to where in Geauga County to run this spring and how to do it safely
Angelia Smith
3 min read
Hose Water: The Ultimate (Totally Safe?) Hydration Hack
Physical Therapists are all about movement, mobility, and optimizing performance. Since none of them are around right now, let’s take a mome
Angelia Smith
2 min read
Avoiding Back Pain in Golf
Back pain is a common and frustrating issue for golfers, affecting their bodies and performance.
Chardon PT Team
2 min read
Mental Health Improvements with Fitness for Women of All Ages
Mental health is just as important as physical health for women of all ages, fitness can play a crucial role in improving overall well-being
Angelia Smith
2 min read
RED-S: The Evolution of the Female Athlete Triad
RED-S expands on the Female Athlete Triad by recognizing that low energy availability affects both men and women
Angelia Smith
2 min read
Strength Training for Women: A Performance Physical Therapist’s Perspective
One of the most effective yet often overlooked components of a well-rounded fitness program is strength training.
Angelia Smith
2 min read
Quick Guide on Common Tendinopathy Areas in Perimenopausal Women from Physical Therapists
In Perimenopause, declining estrogen levels affect collagen production, tendon elasticity, and joint lubrication, increasing the risk...
Chardon PT Team
2 min read
Better Sleep, Better Recovery: A Few Tips from the CPT Team
Sleep isn’t just about feeling rested—it’s a crucial factor in muscle repair, injury prevention, and mental clarity.
Angelia Smith
2 min read
Desk Job Causing Pain and Discomfort? Here's how to combat the pain.
If you spend long hours at a desk, you’ve probably felt the aches and pains that come with it.
Angelia Smith
3 min read
Creative Ways to Inspire Kids to Stay Active
In today’s world of screens and packed schedules, getting kids to stay active can be a challenge.
Angelia Smith
2 min read
Concussions - Know the Signs
concussions are a serious injury that can affect athletes, children, and adults alike.
Angelia Smith
2 min read
How to Shine on the Dance Floor: Pre-Dance Prep Guide
Whether you’re gearing up for a recital, competition, or just a fun night out, preparation is key to giving your best performance.
Chardon PT Team
2 min read
Tennis Elbow? Here's a Guide on How to Improve during the Off Season
If you're dealing with golfer's or tennis elbow, the off-season is the perfect time to focus on recovery and prevention.
Angelia Smith
2 min read
Golf and Mental Health
Golf is more than just a game—it’s an opportunity to nurture your body and mind.
Angelia Smith
2 min read
Staying Active Through Injury
Working out at home can be convenient and effective, but what happens when you are dealing with an injury?
Chardon PT Team
2 min read
Staying Strong While Running Indoors: Winter Tips for Runners
For runners, winter weather in Northeast Ohio often means trading scenic outdoor routes for treadmills or indoor tracks.
Chardon PT Team
3 min read
The Importance of Keeping Your Body Healthy During the Winter Season
Winter in Northeast Ohio brings challenges—not just for your driveway but for your body as well. The colder weather, icy conditions, and sea
Chardon PT Team
2 min read
Avoiding Back Pain While Shoveling Snow: Tips for a Pain-Free Winter
Winter in Northeast Ohio often means waking up to snow-covered driveways and sidewalks.
Chardon PT Team
2 min read
Find yourself shoveling snow? Read this before touching the shovel!
Find yourself shoveling snow? Read this before touching the shovel!
Angelia Smith
2 min read
Dry Needling...What's it all about?
Have you heard of Dry Needling before? You may have heard people compare it to Acupuncture. Read on to see what Dry Needling is and why...
Angelia Smith
2 min read
The Importance of Chardon Physical Therapy in Sports Injury Prevention
At Chardon Performance Therapy in Chardon, OH, we specialize in injury prevention through personalized physical therapy programs.
Chardon PT Team
4 min read
How Physical Therapy Enhances Strength and Flexibility in Athletes
Strength and flexibility are essential components of athletic performance, regardless of the sport.
Chardon PT Team
4 min read
Chardon Physical Therapy Guide For Active Adults and Athletes
At Chardon Performance Therapy, our passion lies in helping active adults and athletes in Chardon, OH, lead pain-free and fulfilling lives.
Chardon PT Team
8 min read
What does it take to get Golf Course Ready?
“How you play in-season has a direct correlation to preparing in the off-season.” - Dave Nelson, DPT Gradual, consistent conditioning...
Angelia Smith
2 min read
Dave Nelson- Community Superhero
Read on to check out Dave's recent recognition award!
Angelia Smith
1 min read
What Goes on during a typical session at Chardon Performance Therapy?
Watch as our expert therapists engage in a hands-on, interactive session, guiding clients toward their peak performance. Here Rick is...
Angelia Smith
1 min read
Golf Performance Therapy What it is and Who is it for?
Golf Performance Therapy at Chardon Performance Therapy is a specialized approach designed to help golfers optimize their game.
David Nelson
3 min read
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