The PT Initiative

The PT Initiative The PT Initiative is here to help you move better, feel better, and live pain free!

The goal of The PT Initiative is to provide the highest quality of rehab and performance services to help active adults move better, feel better, and live pain free! We have a performance based Physical Therapy Clinic here in Raleigh, NC, and also help people all over the world through our online programs and remote appointments. If you have movement goals, and have found yourself dealing with nagging issues keeping you from doing what you love... we can help! The PT Initiative was started by Dr. Adam McCluskey, PT, DPT in 2018 and has grown to reach hundreds of thousands of people across the globe since then. A bit about Dr. Adam:
After completing his undergraduate work and receiving a bachelor's degree in Kinesiology, he worked as a personal trainer and strength coach for 4 years. He later earned a Doctorate in Physical Therapy and opened his own PT and Sports Performance clinic (The PT Initiative) a few years after. Keep up with all of the new things happening with us here on Facebook and on Instagram!

03/27/2026

Fix Your Rotator Cuff! | Comment “Blueprint” and I’ll send you information about my proven, step-by-step Shoulder rehab and mobility program!
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03/25/2026

✅How to unlock your stiff shoulders! (Comment “Blueprint” and I’ll send you info for my proven Shoulder Rehab + Mobility program!)
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❌Tired of dealing with chronic shoulder tightness and endless stretching that’s not helping?
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💪🏼Here’s an effective 3 part routine to give your shoulder mobility routine an upgrade.
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03/24/2026

🚨Should You Avoid Shoulder Internal Rotation? Here’s what you need to know (Comment “Blueprint” and I’ll send you info about my step-by-step Shoulder rehab + mobility program...)
I’ve had comments telling me that training shoulder internal rotation is not needed because we are "slouched forward already". The highlighted comment in the beginning says it just makes shoulder issues worse.
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So, is this true?
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At a surface level it can sound correct, but it’s not and here’s why.
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Many people conflate internal rotation of the arm and dumping forward of the shoulder blade together. These are two different movements, and the key is learning how to separate these from each other.
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The Subscapularis which is 1 of the 4 rotator cuff muscles is a primary internal rotator of the arm. To ignore this muscle altogether is not a good plan for building healthy shoulders.
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Here are some examples of how to correctly train shoulder internal rotation and reinforce good shoulder blade positions.
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🎯🎉Dealing with nagging shoulder issues, and want to build strong and healthy shoulders? You need to get started on my Shoulder Blueprint Program!
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03/21/2026

It feels like a breakthrough when you realize the Rotator Cuff needs to be trained as a group of muscles (functionally) as opposed to always working each of the 4 in isolation.
This exercise is great for learning how to activate the entire Rotator Cuff together while also improving scapular stability.
Comment “Blueprint” and I’ll send you information about my proven step-by-step Shoulder Rehab plan!
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03/20/2026

Build a bulletproof rotator cuff! Get my step-by-step program by commenting “blueprint” and I’ll send over more info.
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Long term rotator cuff health comes from improving shoulder strength and control through a full range of motion. This 4 part routine is great for addressing the main elements needed for healthy shoulders!
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03/19/2026

🚨Why Your Shoulder Pain Keeps Coming Back… (✅You can get my full Shoulder Blueprint Program on SALE in my Profile!)
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👋If you are dealing with a shoulder pain that won’t go away, even with rest, massage, and a few PT exercises...
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🔑Here’s what you’re probably missing.
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In the shoulder, where you feel the pain is not always the source of the pain.
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If you are feeling pain in the front or side of the shoulder, it could be coming from the back of the shoulder.
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In the video I walk you through what causes this and how to start fixing it!
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03/17/2026

🎯Does Your Rotator Cuff Pain Keep Coming Back? Here’s what you need to know...(Get my Shoulder Blueprint Program in my profile link!...)
👍🏽Most people try resting and doing some basic rotator cuff exercises, then are surprised when the pain comes back once they return to working out again.
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This is because you’re missing a few critical elements of shoulder rehab.
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You have to rebuild the foundation and then strategically build those pieces back together through full range of motion.
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🎯🎉Dealing with nagging shoulder issues? You need to get started on my Shoulder Blueprint Program!
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03/16/2026

🎯Fix Your Painful + Weak Rotator Cuff!...(Full step by step program in my profile link!...)
👍🏽Today's post is all about the Rotator Cuff. This group of 4 muscles surrounding your shoulder joint are critical for both everyday function and higher-level performance. They work together to stabilize the arm in the socket of the shoulder joint.
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🔑Some key things to remember with rotator cuff training are:
👉🏼aim for quality, controlled reps
👉🏼heavier isn't always more effective
👉🏼train the rotator cuff from multiple planes and angles
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🔥Not all rotator cuff training is created equal. There are several facets an exercise can focus on (strength, endurance, timing, etc...) Having a variety in your routine is important to eliminating pain and build pain free shoulders over the long term.
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😎If you need some ideas to get you started with rotator cuff strengthening, or some ideas to mix it up, try these!
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🎯🎉Dealing with nagging shoulder issues? Pain, instability, weakness.... You need to get started on my Shoulder Blueprint Program! (Click the Link in my Profile to get started)
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03/12/2026

🚨There’s one big mistake most people make when trying to fix their biceps tendon pain (at the front of the shoulder). Here’s what it is and how to start fixing it.
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Need a step-by-step program, head to my profile to get started on The Shoulder Blueprint today!
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03/10/2026

✅Rotator Cuff + Shoulder stability work are a must for many of my patients and clients! Being able to create stability around the shoulder from the rotator cuff and scapular stabilizers, is one of the foundational elements of a healthy shoulder!
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💪🏽These exercises are going to improve stability and strength around the shoulder + rotator cuff... which are critical in building a strong foundation for your shoulders!
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👉🏼Need some ideas on how to improve your rotator cuff strength? Give these a try!
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03/06/2026

💥Fix your shoulder stability - 3 exercises! (Full shoulder program on sale in my profile)
🔑Improving your ability to control your shoulder blade position is critical for long term shoulder health!
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😬If you lack control of the scapula, you are setting yourself up for issues down the road.
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✅These 3 exercises are some of my favorites for working on scapular stability!
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📢Give these a try and let me know how it goes!
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🎯🔥Need a step-by-step solution to fix your shoulder issues? Get started on my 3 phase Shoulder Blueprint Program today!
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03/05/2026

Most people get stuck isolating the rotator cuff muscles, when they need to be trained as a group with the scapular stabilizers and in multiple directions for long term health.
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This video contains a few of my favorite exercises to do this.
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Get my full program in my profile link!
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The PT Initiative is a science-based educational platform designed to help you move better, feel better, and workout pain-free. Adam is a Physical Therapist and Corrective Exercise Specialist based out of Raleigh, North Carolina. His passion is helping people maximize their movement potential and return to doing what they love without limitation!

He is also the founder of The PT Initiative which you can find across social media as @ThePTInitiative.