Motus Rx Audio Experience

In this Local Spotlight Series, Steve sits down with Craig Woolley of 95 Yoga House to learn more about how their business is impacting the health and wellness of those in the Fox Valley Community.

Craig shares insights into his 30 year journey with yoga and how his practice has evolved to help make 95 Yoga House what it is today.

He also discusses how yoga can benefit you in multiple ways to support your health and wellness goals.

Lastly, they discuss our upcoming Wellness Wednesday where we will feature Craig and 95 Yoga House at Motus Rx with a yoga session and giveaways to their yoga studio.

Turn us up nice and loud and don't forget to subscribe to the podcast and share it out on your social channels!

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Shining the spotlight on James and Destiny Long. These two are the definition of entrepreneur. Together they are the owner of three businesses.

We are shining the spotlight on Fox Valley Meal Prep, The Recovery Oasis and Bad Batch Crossfit. The episode is focused on Fox Valley Meal Prep and The Recovery Oasis, but you'll learn how both of these businesses were started with inspiration from their first business, Bad Batch Crossfit.

James and Destiny are passionate about helping people achieve the best version of themselves. Every step they have taken has been made with the goal of helping others. Take a listen to how these businesses were started. 

Another challenge has been made in this episode...stay tuned!

If you'd like to learn more about these awesome businesses check out their websites below...

There are 3 things that your body needs for the golf swing:

1. Mobility

2. Rotational strength

3. Ground reaction force

Without these three aspects, your body will make compensations that may result in injury, shorter drives, and less golfing than desired. 

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Do you struggle with any of the following?

Extending too early

An over the top swing pattern

Reverse Spine Angle

All of these characteristics result in inconsistency with impact, power loss, and back pain.

We can help you.

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Who would've thought a yearly golf outing would leave our expert Physical Therapist, Dr. Eric, unable to get out of his car due to severe back pain? Yet alone, lead to his passion for golf performance.

Tune in to learn how Dr. Eric got into golf and started specializing in the biomechanics of the sport.

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It is common, at some point throughout your play, to slice the golf ball.

When we slice, the club path starts outside and comes in. Throughout this process, the club face is left open. This results in the ball starting left and spraying right. 

It can be irritating when the ball continually keeps going in an unwanted direction that is adding strokes to each hole. 

But what is actually causing your club path to start outside and come in? 

You may not be driving into your front leg enough to clear your hips, you may not be getting enough side bend, or you do not have enough trail arm rotation.

To learn more about how you can stop slicing the ball and gaining consistency in your swing, tune in to our latest podcast, "Top 3 Reasons You Are Slicing."

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When it comes to rotation in for the golf swing, there are four crucial zones that will ensure you are exerting maximal power through impact:

1. Hips

2. Shoulders

3. Neck

4. Mid Back

You must be able to be mobile and understand how to properly move your body efficiently through these four zones. First, you have to assess your  your mobility in these zones. When doing so, keep in mind you need mobility in BOTH directions. What is done on the left must be done on the right to complete rotation through impact. 

If you can equalize your left and right mobility in these four zones, you will set yourself up to have one of the most efficient swings and generate as much turn as you desire for your golf swing.

Take a listen and discover how you can better rotate through impact.

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What to hit it farther?  Swing easier, BUT faster?  Want to literally never get seriously injured on the course again?

Today we're talking power, what it means, and why you need it...

Top 3 Things That Power Gives You

1.  Distance

2.  Higher Cruising Speed

3.  Injury Prevention!

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In this podcast, I sit down with former collegiate UW-Madison pitcher, Haley Hestekin and talk all things preparation for sport. Because we work with so many athletes, I wanted to provide you with her take on sport so that you can learn, grow, and become the best version of yourself as a person & athlete.

Believe me, you wont want to miss out on what she has to say. We get real. We get honest. We talk the nitty gritty of sport.

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Haley's Email: haley@motusrx.com

Haley's Instagram: @haley_hestekin

As golf offseason begins, are you looking to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of your training? Do you feel like you are getting the most out of your practices? These are all things to consider when preparing for this offseason. It is our mission to give our golfers the resources they need to take their game up a level...so let's talk practice

When practicing...do you prioritize block vs random practice?  Do you know the difference between the 2?

Be sure to tune in to our latest podcast to find out the difference.

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Ever wondered if you truly NEED knee surgery? Because let's be real, how accurate are one of those MRI machines and is it truly getting the WHOLE picture?

These are questions anyone who has experienced knee pain, or been told they need surgery has thought at least once. Curious what research has to say about this? Be sure to tune in...you won't want to miss out on this one.

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THIS JUST IN: Dr. Eric Wallace falls victim to the most popular shoulder frustration. 

What a coincidence it is? Your local physical therapist experiences the same shoulder complications he most commonly treats. Funny how that works.

Be sure tune in to this podcast to reveal what the most common reason why you will have shoulder pain and not know it yet.

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In this podcast, Dr. Eric Wallace discusses the logistics and breakdown of how to go about building strength WITHOUT adding mass. This can be for golf, but also for any of your fitness goals. 

Building muscle strength and adding mass are two different things. Take a listen to learn the difference between these two.

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“If I try and get stronger for golf, then I might get tight, inflexible, and might not be able to have as big of a turn.” 

HOGWASH! That's 100% not true. Eliminate it right now! There really is no debate about it anymore.

Find out more by checking out Motus Rx Physical Therapy's latest podcast: "Top 3 Golf Fitness Myths & What To Do About Them" 

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We don’t get people medically ready, we get people LIFE ready. I will leave it at that. With that, we help active individuals move confidently and feel young. WHO DOESN’T WANT TO DO THAT?

Have a listen to learn more...and if you're interested in what we have to say, we would love for you to subscribe to the "Motus Rx Audio Experience" on any of your favorite podcast playing mediums, including Spotify.

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Has the wear and tear of summer added unwanted...and quite frankly unasked for stress on your back? 

If you're an active individual of any sorts, now is the time to soak up the remaining of this beautiful weather and continue playing outdoor sports, being outside with your kids, and going for walks. Stop missing out on living your life, reboot your back.

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THE MAN! THE GREEK FREAK! In my opinion, the face of Wisconsin sports now...and it's not even close. In relation to Giannis, what are the top 3 things that our junior athletes can learn from him?I highly encourage our junior athletes to look at this individual and pick up on some of the things that are unique about him. 

If you are going to be a student-athlete, or you are going to be in the community, the “athlete” part is part of you...but it’s not your whole you! There’s a bigger you in front of that athlete...a human, a student, a brother or sister, a friend, a Disney movie loving enthusiast...whatever it is that makes you, YOU!

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Raise your hand if you hear MRI and you think back pain pretty quickly after that?

As we continue on our discussion about back pain, today we are going to talk about MRI’s and I am going to tell you a little bit of a story. Today’s story is called, “A Lady Walks Into An MRI Machine…actually 10 of them.” This is a story about a lady that for whatever the reason, decides to take the plunge and get 10 MRI’s at 10 different testing centers. I just want to talk a little bit about what this lady went through and what they found in terms of her findings upon exam.

Have a listen to learn more...and if you're interested in what we have to say, we would love for you to subscribe to the "Motus Rx Audio Experience" on any of your favorite podcast playing mediums, including Spotify.

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“I have back pain now...what the heck should I be doing for it?”

We are talking the top 10 things to do when you have back pain. These are going to be more tactical and actionable steps. Everybody is different. Everybody’s situation is different. At the end of the day, your back pain is an experience. It is not a concrete thing that all 10 human beings I see in the clinic on any given day, nobody has the exact same experience or variables surrounding that experience. Therefore it is CRUCIAL to create a plan/program designed to fit YOUR individual needs. 

Have a listen to learn more...and if you're interested in what we have to say, we would love for you to subscribe to the "Motus Rx Audio Experience" on any of your favorite podcast playing mediums, including Spotify.

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Tune in to this episode to discover the top 3 reasons why you are having back pain OR why your back pain continues to reoccur. 

In this podcast, we don't beat around the bush and give it to you straight. With our back pain, or any pain for that matter, need to:

1. Treat the underlying cause, not the second-order hangover from the night before

2. See the whole process through

3. We have to be able to handle what we are asking our bodies to do

Have a listen to learn more...and if you're interested in what we have to say, we would love for you to subscribe to the "Motus Rx Audio Experience" on any of your favorite podcast playing mediums, including Spotify.

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www.motusrx.com

Golf fitness...What is it and how do I go about it?

3 steps:

In honor of the U.S. Golf Open starting TODAY, it's only appropriate to talk golf. Specifically, CONSISTENCY. 

Tune in to this podcast to discover the keys to having a consistent and repeatable golf swing. Additionally, we will reveal one of the most common struggles Motus Rx Physical Therapy sees at the clinic in golfers who are seeking consistency and repeatability.

Have a listen to learn more...and if you're interested in what we have to say, we would love for you to subscribe to the "Motus Rx Audio Experience" on any of your favorite podcast playing mediums, including Spotify.

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In this episode, we interview an awesome guest and expert on Chronic Pain, Dr. Dave Candy.  Dr. Candy is a Physical Therapist andChronic Pain expert in St. Louis and owner of Movement 4 Life.  Dr. Candy also is a best-selling author.  His book "Chronic Pain: You're Not Just Getting Older, You're Not Crazy, and It's Not All In Your Head - Learn the Secrets to Get Relief" was released this year and is receiving multiple rave reviews from individuals in our industry and consumers who could use help when they're confused over their pain experience.

In this episode we cover:

-What really is Chronic Pain and why is that important?

-What to do if you have Chronic Pain?

-What's the difference between what Dr. Candy can offer versus what many people are trying

-What types of treatment are most effective with individuals that Dr. Candy works with everyday

-What are the common myths about Chronic Pain that individuals may be incorrectly buying into limiting their chance of success

Hate to break it to you, but if you have been experiencing low back pain, muscle tension, or strain for 3 or more months...your pain is chronic. 

At some point, your smaller stabilizing low back muscles decided to take a vacation and then maybe never come back. Your stronger and bulkier low back muscles agreed to pick up the slack while they were gone but are starting to regret their initial decision as they are now being overworked and are struggling to keep normal function of the spine.

In this podcast Dr. Eric Wallace dives into how you can settle the dispute between your lower back muscles, prevent injury, promote healthy spinal function, and ease your low back pain so that you can sit, stand, or walk for long periods of time.

Link the the comments...

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In this podcast, Dr. Eric discusses why you could potentially be feeling anxious and how to cope with these feelings by identifying what you can and cannot control.

Learn how to stop letting external forces affect you through the circle of concern vs circle of influence strategy.

YOUR mental health & YOUR well-being plays a crucial role in YOUR outlook on life, YOUR happiness, and YOUR ability to enjoy the little things. Waste no more time letting external forces that you cannot control take a toll on you.

Have a listen to learn more...and if you're interested in what we have to say, we would love for you to subscribe to the "Motus Rx Audio Experience" on any of your favorite podcast playing mediums, including Spotify.

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www.motusrx.com

In this podcast episode, we are priveleged and honored to sit down with the Fox Valley's leading Golf Instructor and Club Fitter, Marcus Holtz.  Marcus has over 25 years of experience in the golf industry, works with over 160 junior golfers per year, and has found the ideal blend of technology, mindset, feel, and straight common sense in instructing and fitting both amateur and junior golfers.  If you don't know Marcus for his banter, wit, and hilarious analogies, then hopefully you know him for his golf knowledge and ultimate care for your golf game.  

In this episode we discuss....

1.  How the history of golf has lead him to where he is today and how that can benefit you tremendously in your game

2.  The most common thing that amateurs struggle with yet rarely seek to improve...is this you?

3.  The most common thing juniors struggle with...Hint: it's not their skill

4.  Why Marcus's favorite club ever probably resembles a butter knife...they just don't make em like they used to

5.  What Marcus's transition to High Cliff ultimately means for you the consumer, for the better

6.  What anyone who wants to improve their game today (without 20 lessons and 10 sessions with a performance specialist) can do NOW

7.  Lastly, the "one course where" and "one round who" question...obvious yet meaningful answers

Lastly, as a thank you for taking the time out to listen to Marcus and me chat, I'm offering a complimentary Titleist Performance Institute Screen and One Month of Golf Performance Programming completely on me!  All you need to do is email eric@motusrx.com or send a message through our social sites or the website and make a note that you heard the podcast (we might quiz you...:)) and it's yours!

We hope you enjoy it as Marcus has some unbelievable knowledge bombs.

Here's how you can contact Marcus to get rolling with your instruction or club fitting for the upcoming season!

Phone Number: (920) 358-7605

Email: holtzesgolfshop@gmail.com 

Have you ever been told you need to be doing strength training, but you're not quite exactly sure what that means or looks like?

In this episode, we replay a Facebook Live episode where Eric discusses the core elements to a sound strength training program.  

Included we discuss...

1.  The top 7 elements that every strength training program should have incorporated into them, examples of each, and why it makes your programming so much simpler.

2.  Strength Training should be 100% geared and programmed around the goals of the individual and athlete...so what are your goals?

3.  The three primary goals with strength training and how to lay out your scheme based on what goal you have...

Plus, you get to hear what I sound like when technology starts to tick me off!

In this New Year's motivational, Eric discusses what it will cost you to take care of yourself, or better yet, what it will truly cost you to not take care of yourself.  

We discuss...

1. What most people typically say when they receive care here after hesitating or delaying.

2. What it will truly cost you to not take care of yourself now.

3. Why being selfish and putting yourself first is really the true way to give yourself to others.

Of course if you have questions or comments about anything specific please feel free to leave them and we'll respond as able.  

In this episode, Dr. Eric of Motus Rx Physical Therapy discusses the one "thing" that you should do if you hear your practitioner tell you "this" without doing "that."  

Highlights of this episode include:

-What happened with one of Eric's clients that almost drove him through the roof

-What you should really do when you hear you have arthritis that was seen on imaging

-Why imaging really only is helpful a percentage of the time and how it can actually be harming you