Sitemap - 2023 - Mike's Home Exercise
Bullying the front office is cowardly
Training wheels for the piriformis/sciatica stretch
(We're a) pain (in the ass) scale
It's called a painful arc for a reason
After rotator cuff surgery: the first 3 months
Should I have shoulder surgery?
Training on unstable surfaces - legit or bullshit?
How to use a cane, crutch, or walker
Why aren't lumberjacks jacked?
Ergonomics for Substack writers (and other desk jockeys)
Did your doctor touch the area that hurts?
Osteoarthritis; to lift or not to lift
Did Aaron Rodgers do enough "stretching?"
A forgotten gem - 4 way ballerina kicks
Medicare (Dis)Advantage; responses from colleagues
Why do we need a straight knee?
"My grandson wants bigger muscles..."
A review of studies: Stretching before strengthening can decrease gains
We already wear braces - they're called muscles
If we listen to everybody, nothing is safe to eat
Each spinal curve is unique, and why you should know yours
Low back pain in the kitchen, and with the vacuum
"Moisture wicking" is bullshit
PTs polled trust less than 50% of other PTs or doctors
Weight loss questions answered
Children with Down Syndrome are not "stubborn"
Partial knee replacements, and synovitis
Best exercises to avoid seeing "Us"
Your strengthening needs an iron supplement
Chin tucks: Magic cure or Bullshit?
The health benefits of social interactions
Fitness benefits of water sports
How I fixed my rotator cuff tear and avoided surgery
One of my favorites...the 4 way resisted walk
The strength of a mother's back
Link between jiu jitsu leverage and injury leverage
Animals don't stretch before working out
Monkeys don't do rotator cuff exercises
Carnivores eat protein after working out
Stop giving your body the same exercise stimulus
Muscle size does not always equal strength
Artificial Intelligence was given the wrong name
We're supposed to act like Spock, not Dr. McCoy, in scientific inquiry.
Substack's "Notes" is the new social media platform
The unappreciated genius of Mike Judge
What to expect in rehab after orthopedic surgery
Don't be afraid of jerks at the gym
Marrying into the New Mexican family
The logistical nightmare that is commercial downhill skiing
Shoulder pain eased by Leukotape
Don't be afraid to question your medical care
Stop doing straight elbow lateral raises
Why do you have 2 insurances and a co-pay???
Biceps pain is caused by poor shoulder mechanics, not bicep curls
An Interview with Sue Hutchison
How NOT to open a Physical Therapy clinic (or other business)
What is the best exercise for ____________?
An Interview with Traci Reindle
Best weightlifting advice for the teenagers in your life
Physical Therapy rooms are Catholic confessionals
Rotator cuff muscles are less important than the latissimus for shoulder health
What is "toe walking" in kids, and why does it happen?
Some retired men act like 2 year old boys
The hard truth about the lack of progress stretching kids with disabilities
Sorry Jimmy Dore, Medicare For All will not work
Chiropractors...I was taught to hate them
Why haven't you seen your own xrays?
Defending doctors first, and then we'll talk about the system
Can we bridge religion and evolution?
Some Physical Therapists are lazy
Why has vitamin D still not been added to US health recommendations for Covid-19?
Parents - prevent your kids' sport injuries with these simple exercises
Flattery will get you nowhere...well maybe a little
I'm enjoying my diminished returns
Please help; smart-assed reader poll
I wasn't following my own advice about low back pain
Are straight leg raises bad for you?
Some stretches cause athletic injuries
When a higher body fat percentage helps you in rehab
People with more body fat are built for survival
Why I never tried anabolic steroids
Hey, what do those gauges on the exercise equipment mean?
Exercises to decrease back pain
We had it wrong...stop stretching your low back pain
The Benefits of Standing Exercises vs Machines
What piece of home exercise equipment should I buy?
The anti- fitness industry rant!