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Prehab: The Smarter Way to Avoid Pain and Injury
Most people only start thinking about rehab after an injury or surgery—but what if you could set yourself up for success before anything...
Alexandra Castillo
Aug 29, 20232 min read


Back Imaging & Herniations: Why Pictures Don’t Always Tell the Full Story
When it comes to back pain and herniations, imaging like X-rays, CT scans, and MRIs can provide valuable insights. But here’s the catch:...
Alexandra Castillo
Aug 29, 20232 min read


Burnout: Why It’s More Than Just Feeling Tired
Feeling like you’re running on fumes—even when you’re “resting”? You’re not alone, and you don’t have to push through it solo. If this is...
Alexandra Castillo
Aug 29, 20233 min read


Cardio vs weights debate!
When it comes to the classic cardio vs. weights debate, it's like comparing apples and oranges – both have their unique benefits. Cardio,...
Alexandra Castillo
Aug 29, 20232 min read


Understanding Pain: A Holistic Approach for Rehabilitation and Chronic Illness Management
Pain is a complex and multifaceted experience that can significantly impact an individual's quality of life. Understanding pain,...
drsuzbaxter
Jul 7, 20234 min read


The Research Behind Ice Baths, Sauna Sessions, and Contrast Therapy & muscle building vs recovery:
Extreme temperature treatments, such as ice baths and sauna sessions, have been embraced by many for their potential health benefits....
drsuzbaxter
Jul 5, 20233 min read

Telling your clients "just do yoga" to squat deeper?
Let's use me as an example. Susan, a woman with Celtic hips, which are characterized by deep hip sockets, offers an insightful...
drsuzbaxter
Jul 5, 20232 min read


The Importance of Kinetic Energy in Dispelling Negative Energy and Rejuvenating Your Nervous System
Our nervous system is a vast and intricate network that extends from our brains and branches out, reaching every corner of our bodies,...
drsuzbaxter
May 31, 20235 min read


Wellness trends for trainers to embrace 2025
Ive gone and done it, Ive cracked open the Christmas decorations (metaphorically) and its not even July yet by writing the trends that I...
drsuzbaxter
May 26, 20233 min read


Wellness trends 2024
Okay so I get it, I'm like the grocery store that is putting up Christmas decorations after Easter, but I figured I'd make some trend...
drsuzbaxter
May 26, 20233 min read

Has RICE for injury been debunked?
Now what? The RICE (Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation) method has been questioned in recent years, especially the 'Ice' and 'Rest'...
drsuzbaxter
May 25, 20232 min read


How to get your client stronger faster (ultimate hackers guide)
Hi there fellow fitness enthusiasts! I'm Suz Baxter, with PhD from the School of Physiotherapy Otago, here to share some wisdom on why...
drsuzbaxter
May 25, 20235 min read


Lower back pain management in clients for PTs
Low Back Pain (LBP) remains a prevalent issue worldwide, often impairing individuals' mobility and daily functioning. As personal...
drsuzbaxter
May 13, 20233 min read


Review: "Do exercise and fitness protect against stress-induced health complaints?
I saw a TikTok recently that suggested if you did one very highly stress-inducing event for the body such as running a marathon or...
drsuzbaxter
May 13, 20232 min read


Study Review: Reporting Quality of Exercise Interventions – Implications & Considerations for PTs
Source: If exercise is medicine, why dont we know the dose. Overview of systematic reviews, published across multiple databases including...
drsuzbaxter
May 13, 20232 min read


Shoulder pain: should we do pressing movements?
If you want to know more, I have a few courses to help you to help your clients with shoulder pain. Just send me a message to determine...
drsuzbaxter
May 13, 20232 min read


Should you lift with a flat back or a neutral spine?
Hey there fitness pals! So, we've all heard the mantra "keep your spine straight when lifting", right? The idea is to keep our back in a...
drsuzbaxter
May 13, 20236 min read


Patellofemoral Pain – Tips for Personal Trainers
As a personal trainer, you may encounter clients who experience patellofemoral pain (PFP), a common cause of knee pain that can...
drsuzbaxter
May 3, 20234 min read


Why is balance (or balancing) so important?
The following is the contribution I made to CNN health about Balance. Full article in CNN is linked here. I educate trainers and clients...
drsuzbaxter
May 3, 20234 min read


Exercises to Avoid
Alright, you got me! You’ve managed to push my buttons and inspire me to write this blog post. Today, I want to talk about some exercises...
drsuzbaxter
Mar 14, 20234 min read
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