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Pioneer Valley On The Move

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Pioneer Valley On The Move

Physical Therapy, Running Gait Analysis, Walking Gait Analysis, Movement Assessments

At PVOTM, you will have one-on-one care by myself, a physical therapist and movement specialist. Every client receives individual treatment based on their presentation and goals. I treat those who are injured, and those who are looking for preventative care to avoid injury. I am also a certified running gait analyst, and provide specific movement assessments for runners. Making very specific changes in running alignment can make you more efficient and allow you to run faster and avoid injury.

02/17/2026

Quick Tip Tuesday!
Here’s a tip to work exercise and quad strengthening into your day! Try this: every time you sit down to eat, watch TV, or get up from a chair, pause and do 3–5 sit-to-stands first. If balance is an issue for you, have someone with you to assist if needed.

How to do it:
1. Sit on the front half of a stable, heavy chair (or place a lighter chair against a wall).
2. Stand up using a 1–2 count.
3. Lower slowly back to sitting on a 1–2–3–4 count.
• No plopping—control the descent!

02/11/2026

Get Out Your Guitar Day is all about enjoying music and being creative! Playing the guitar requires coordination, endurance, and good posture; and when something hurts, it can take the joy right out of it. I remember years ago treating a patient for back pain which he felt every time he played his guitar. He loved jamming with his friends, so not being able to play really affected his well-being. We worked on postural training holding the guitar to take pressure off his spine, and learning to engage his deep abdominal muscles to support his back when he played. He was amazed how contracting these muscles stopped his pain and allowed him to play. Whether you’re strumming for fun or performing regularly, taking care of your body ensures the music can keep playing.

02/10/2026

Quick Tip Tuesday: strength training technique!

Why it matters:
• Slow, controlled movement = better results
• Good form helps reduce injury risk

Every strengthening exercise has two phases:
Phase 1: move from start to finish
Phase 2: return back to the start

How to pace it:
🔹 Phase 1: Count 1–2 as you move
🔹 Phase 2: Count 1–2–3–4 as you return (Take longer on the way back—control builds strength.)

Bonus tip:
🗣️ Counting out loud helps you breathe and avoid holding your breath.

02/03/2026

Quick Tip Tuesday!
Today’s tip is about body mechanics when lifting! Keep your back straight, hinge at your hips and bend at your knees, and hold the weight close to your body. Exhaling as you lift the weight, and inhaling as you lower it helps protect your core and reduces strain. Breathe well, move well, lift well!

01/27/2026

Quick Tip Tuesday!
Getting into a new exercise routine and feeling sore? Here some quick tips for muscle soreness after exercise:
1. It's normal to experience muscle soreness 1-2 days after working your muscles harder than you're used to
2. Drink plenty of water (a general rule is to drink 0.5-1 oz of water per pound of body weight)
3. Frequent, gentle movement (such as walking) can lessen the discomfort
If you have pain that does not go away after a few days, contact your doctor or physical therapist.

01/20/2026

Quick Tip Tuesday!
Today’s quick tip demonstrates the Modified Thomas Test, which looks at hip flexor flexibility. Sit at the edge of a bed or bench and lie down, hugging one knee to your chest while letting the other leg hang down. If the hanging leg stays lifted, it can indicate tight hip flexors. The next video shows an exercise to improve hip flexor flexibility in a half-kneeling position.
I wish you all a wonderful week!

01/13/2026

Quick Tip Tuesday!
Today’s quick tip features a quick test you can do to look at your thoracic spine rotation, and a quick exercise you can do if you feel stiffness during the movement.
I hope you all have a great day!

01/09/2026

Most people drop off their New Year’s resolutions within the first 30 days. I understand how hard it can be to stay consistent once life gets busy.

If you’re getting back to training, rebuilding after an injury, or trying to take better care of your body, you don’t have to do it alone. I love being part of the process and helping people stay on track, one small step at a time.

Here’s to setting goals that feel realistic, supported, and lasting this year. 💙

01/06/2026

Quick Tip Tuesday!
The hip adductor muscles stabilize the legs during running and walking, and their flexibility is important for proper hip movement, preventing injuries, and improving stride efficiency.

Normally the legs abduct (move away from midline) to 45-50 degrees. If this range is limited, you may have tight hip adductors.

The video shows one way to stretch the hip adductors, and should always be done in a pain-free range.

01/01/2026

New Year’s Day holds great significance as it symbolizes a fresh start and an opportunity to set intentions for the year ahead. Many people choose to improve their physical fitness during this time (all of a sudden there are no parking spots at the gym!) However, 43% of people quit their resolution by the end of January. To help keep a fitness resolution, set specific goals like running 2 miles three times a week, or doing strength training every Monday and Thursday. Schedule workouts in your calendar, treat them like appointments, and start small, such as 10 pushups, or a 15 minute walk daily. Track progress with a fitness app or journal, celebrating milestones like completing a month of consist workouts.

12/30/2025

Quick Tip Tuesday!
This tip features a self assessment of your hamstring length and an exercise to improve hamstring flexibility. To perform the stretch, place a towel or strap around the middle of your foot, lay on your back, and bring the foot off the floor until you feel a stretch at the back of your thigh (hamstrings). Hold 30 seconds on each side with head rested.

12/26/2025

I am deeply grateful for the opportunity to support athletes as they chase goals and realize what they’re capable of. Watching individuals grow not only in strength and efficiency, but also in trust in their own bodies, is incredibly meaningful.
Wishing you all a joyful holiday season!

Address

40 Bowles Road
Agawam, MA
01001

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 1pm
Tuesday	8am - 1pm
Wednesday	8am - 1pm
Thursday	8am - 1pm
Friday	8am - 1pm

Telephone

+14134541674

Website

http://www.pvotm.com/

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