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4 Benefits of Stretching Regularly   Stretching regularly has many health benefits. We know that stretching before physical activity is important, but stretching every day regardless of physical activity is just as important. Below are 4 benefits of stretching regularly.   1. Increases Range of Motion- Regular stretching helps improve your range of motion in your joints which may also slow the degeneration of joints. "One study found that both static and dynamic stretching are effe...

Snowball Cookies Snowball cookies are one of my favorite cookies to bake during Christmas time. This is a delicious cookie recipe that comes together with simple staple ingredients you probably already have on hand. Serve them with coffee, tea, hot chocolate, or egg nog for a perfect pairing!    Ingredients: 2 ¼ cup flour ¾ cup walnuts finely chopped ½ teaspoon salt 1 cup butter unsalted, softened 1 teaspoon vanilla ½ cup powdered sugar plus extra f...

Q&A with Brennan PT, DPT Meet Brennan, our new physical therapist at our South location. We are so excited to have him as a part of our GSPT team! Below is a Q&A to get to know him better.  Q: Where did you go to school, and when did you graduate from PT school? A: Undergrad: University of Portland, PT school: Marymount University, graduated in 2021. Q: What led you to pursue a career in PT? A: In high school, I spent a lot of time in physical therapy as an athlete. I reall...

Carrot & Lentil Soup We are big soup lovers here at Galena Sport, so Sarah Stalling wanted to share her yummy recipe with us. This carrot & lentil soup is flavorful and filling, with an easy recipe you can make in less than 30 minutes. Enjoy!  Ingredients:  1 tsp. olive oil 1 yellow onion, diced 3 cups carrots, diced 1 cup lentils, any color works 1-inch ginger, peeled and diced 1 tsp. cumin ½ tsp. coriander  ⅛ tsp. cayenne  Pinch of salt 4 cups...

Gearing up for Ski & Snowboard Season It’s that time of year again, ski and snowboard season! Skiing and snowboarding can be a blast and is a great way to stay active during the winter months, but it can cause many injuries that we see during this time. We are here to make sure you stay safe on the slopes this year and have the proper preparation to prevent injuries from occurring. Here are four of Emily Burns PT, DPT’s favorite exercises to do before she hits the slopes.  ...