December in Whitefish Bay is full of holiday cheer—but it’s also one of the most common months for preventable injuries. From decorating mishaps to icy sidewalks and rushed workouts, December brings a perfect storm of strain on your back, shoulders, and joints. The good news? With a few smart habits, most of these injuries are completely avoidable. In this guide, a Doctor of Physical Therapy shares the top holiday injury risks and simple strategies to keep you moving well and pain-free all season long.

This holiday season in Whitefish Bay is packed with joy, movement, and nonstop to-dos—and it’s easy for your healthy habits to slip. But staying strong and pain-free doesn’t require more time, just the right approach. From quick strength sessions to everyday movement, smarter lifting, and simple stress resets, you can keep your body feeling its best all season long. Here’s how to finish the year strong and stay mobile, energized, and injury-free with practical tips from Living Well Physical Therapy & Performance.

Thanksgiving is more than a day of good food — it’s a perfect reminder to appreciate the body that carries us through everyday life. At Living Well Physical Therapy & Performance, we’re encouraging you to embrace gratitude not just in spirit, but in movement. With simple strategies to stay active, mobile, and injury-free, you can honor your body, stay consistent through the holiday season, and make movement a meaningful part of your Thanksgiving tradition.

Unlock faster recovery, reduced inflammation, and stronger performance with MDRN Wellness IV Therapy. By delivering antioxidants, vitamins, and amino acids directly into your bloodstream, IV therapy accelerates muscle repair, flushes lactic acid, restores essential nutrients, and boosts stamina—making every workout or PT session more effective. MDRN Wellness pairs medical expertise with functional medicine to help you heal smarter, feel stronger, and elevate your total-body wellness. If you’re ready to recover faster and perform at your best, IV therapy may be exactly what your body needs.

As winter sets in, staying active safely takes more than willpower — it takes preparation. Cold muscles and slick conditions can increase your risk of strains, sprains, and falls. At Living Well Physical Therapy & Performance, we believe prevention is the best medicine. From dynamic warm-ups and foam rolling to proper layering and mobility drills, these PT-approved strategies will keep you strong, injury-free, and ready for every workout — no matter how cold it gets.

Gratitude for Movement: The Mindset That Fuels Performance & Longevity
Progress isn’t just measured in numbers — it’s felt in the freedom to move. At Living Well Physical Therapy & Performance, we believe that appreciating your body’s ability to move is one of the most powerful tools for better health, performance, and longevity.
Gratitude reduces stress, improves recovery, boosts motivation, and helps you train smarter — not just harder. By shifting from “I have to work out” to “I get to move,” you build a deeper connection with your body and sustain performance for life.
Discover how a simple gratitude practice can transform your workouts, your mindset, and your future movement.

Ready to trade pavement for adventure? Trail running challenges your body and mind in ways road running can’t — building strength, stability, and resilience with every step. In this Trail Running 101 guide, our performance PT team breaks down why trails are a game-changer, how to prep your body, essential gear, and smart progressions to stay injury-free. Whether you're just starting out or leveling up this fall, discover how to hit the trails with confidence and keep doing what you love, for life.

Looking to stay active and enjoy the beauty of fall in Wisconsin? This guide from LWPT highlights five top hiking trails around Milwaukee that combine scenic views with physical and mental health benefits. Whether you're seeking a challenging climb or a peaceful walk, these PT-approved trails offer the perfect way to move well, feel great, and embrace the season outdoors.

Fall is a great time to run in Wisconsin, but changing weather and tricky terrain can increase injury risk. Living Well Physical Therapy recommends warming up properly, dressing in layers with reflective gear, watching for slippery surfaces, staying hydrated, and doing regular strength and mobility work. Most importantly, listen to your body — early action on pain can prevent long-term issues.

Get your body trail-ready this fall! 🍂 At Living Well Physical Therapy & Performance, we help hikers and outdoor enthusiasts build strength, improve mobility, and boost endurance so you can hike farther, feel stronger, and enjoy every step of your adventures — all while preventing pain and injury.

Being a student-athlete is rewarding — but balancing practices, games, classes, and life can lead to physical and mental burnout if recovery is overlooked. At Living Well Physical Therapy & Performance, we help athletes stay healthy, strong, and motivated by focusing on proper training balance, time management, mental well-being, and recovery strategies. With the right plan, you can perform at your best, prevent injuries, and enjoy your sport for years to come.

Strength training is not only safe for teen athletes—it’s one of the best ways to improve performance and prevent injuries. At Living Well Physical Therapy & Performance, we focus on teaching proper form, age-appropriate progressions, and sport-specific exercises to keep athletes healthy and strong. From soccer players to swimmers, strength training builds resilience, confidence, and long-term success on and off the field.

Carrying a backpack shouldn’t cause pain! At Living Well Physical Therapy & Performance in Whitefish Bay, we share tips on choosing the right backpack, adjusting straps, and carrying it safely to protect your student’s shoulders, neck, and back.

When the thoracic spine gets stiff, everything from your golf swing to your desk posture can suffer. The good news? With the right mobility work, you can unlock pain-free movement and boost performance.

Discover how proper posture can reduce pain, improve mobility, and boost confidence with expert guidance from Living Well Physical Therapy & Performance in Whitefish Bay, WI. In this article, our Doctors of Physical Therapy explain how poor posture contributes to neck, shoulder, and back pain, and offers proven tips for correcting alignment at work, during exercise, and in everyday life. Learn simple strategies to strengthen postural muscles, improve ergonomics, and prevent long-term issues. Whether you’re dealing with forward head posture, rounded shoulders, or tech neck, our personalized physical therapy approach helps you move better, feel stronger, and live pain-free.

Your shoulder is an incredible piece of engineering. It’s the joint that lets you throw a baseball, reach the top shelf, or wave to a friend across the street.

But here’s the catch—because it’s so mobile, it’s also one of the most vulnerable joints in your body. And one of the most common issues we see here at Living Well Physical Therapy & Performance;  Shoulder instability.

Learn how to tell the difference between normal post-run soreness and early signs of injury. Our Doctors of Physical Therapy explain the rules of soreness for runners, including recovery tips and when to rest.

If you’ve ever started a new running routine or ramped up your workout intensity, you might have felt a dull, aching pain along the front of your lower leg. This discomfort is commonly known as “shin splints” and a very common overuse injury we treat—especially among runners, dancers, and athletes in high-impact sports.

Plantar fasciitis is one of the most common causes of heel pain, and one of the most common reasons people seek care at Living Well Physical Therapy.

By understanding common running injuries and implementing effective prevention strategies, you can enjoy the countless benefits of running while minimizing the risk of injury.