Cultivating Comfort: Preventing Pain in Gardening

Cultivating Comfort: Preventing Pain in Gardening

Hands On Sports Therapy
Published on: 08/09/2025

Gardening and yard work are not only fulfilling hobbies but also excellent forms of physical activity. However, the repetitive motions and prolonged postures involved can lead to discomfort or injury, particularly in the lower back and knees.

Shop Strong: Carrying Groceries Without the Pain, City Life

Shop Strong: Carrying Groceries Without the Pain, City Life

Hands On Sports Therapy
Published on: 02/09/2025

Whether you’re a young adult bustling through busy supermarket aisles, a parent juggling multiple grocery trips for your family, or a senior who simply loves the experience of shopping, carrying groceries can impose significant physical demands

Swing Strong

Swing Strong

Hands On Sports Therapy
Published on: 14/07/2025

The repetitive overhead throwing, explosive sprinting between bases, and dynamic fielding motions subject muscles and joints to considerable stress, leaving players vulnerable to a spectrum of injuries that can derail a promising season.

Midwest Magic: Des Moines 70.3 Inspires Athletes Across All Divisions

Midwest Magic: Des Moines 70.3 Inspires Athletes Across All Divisions

Hands On Sports Therapy
Published on: 18/06/2025

On a sun-drenched June morning, Des Moines pulsed with energy as athletes dove into the IRONMAN 70.3 challenge—1.2 miles in Gray’s Lake, 56 rolling miles on the bike, and a grand finale run past the historic courthouse.

Reeling in the Pain: The Challenges and Rewards of Fishing

Reeling in the Pain: The Challenges and Rewards of Fishing

Hands On Sports Therapy
Published on: 02/06/2025

Fishing is more than just a relaxing pastime—it’s a sport that demands patience, skill, and endurance. Across Iowa’s lakes and rivers, anglers test their strength against powerful bass, walleye, catfish, and many clients travel to deep sea fishing...

The Hunt for Strength: Pain, Passion, and Perseverance in the Wild

The Hunt for Strength: Pain, Passion, and Perseverance in the Wild

Hands On Sports Therapy
Published on: 26/05/2025

Hunting is more than just a sport—it’s a time-honored tradition that demands skill, endurance, and patience. In Iowa, where pheasant hunting is especially popular, they brave long hours...