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Setting Fitness Goals That Don’t Fall Apart by February
By AntiFragile Physical Therapy, Asheville Every January starts the same way: motivation is high, routines are reset, and goals feel exciting again. By February, though, many of those plans quietly fade, not because people don’t care, but because the goal itself wasn’t built to survive real life. At AntiFragile PT, we don’t believe consistency comes from “wanting it more.” It comes from setting goals that respect your body, your schedule, and your capacity to adapt. Here’s ho

Dr. Annie Barnes, DPT, OCS
Jan 13


From Couch to Consistent: How to Restart Exercise Without Breaking Your Body
By AntiFragile Physical Therapy, Asheville At some point, almost everyone ends up here. Life gets busy. Work ramps up. Stress piles on. Injuries linger. Motivation fades. And before you know it, exercise has quietly slipped out of your routine. Then one day, you decide it’s time to “get back into it.” You sign up for a class. You dust off the running shoes. You commit to going hard because that’s what worked before… right? And a week or two later? You’re sore, frustrated, ma

Wesley Miller, PT, FAAOMPT
Jan 6


Why Winter Is the Best Time to Fix Your Nagging Injuries
By AntiFragile Physical Therapy, Asheville NC For a lot of people, winter feels like a pause button. Training slows down. Schedules shift. Motivation dips. And those little aches and pains you’ve been “managing” all year? They’re still there, just quieter. At Antifragile Physical Therapy, we actually think winter is the best time to finally address nagging injuries and movement limitations. Not because you’re broken, but because timing matters when it comes to building a r

Dr. Annie Barnes, DPT, OCS
Dec 22, 2025


PT Gift Guide: 12 Evidence-Based Recovery Tools We Actually Recommend
Machines, rollers, massage guns, bands, insoles, cold-weather gear - with honest pro/con breakdowns. If you’ve ever gone looking for a “recovery tool,” you already know: the internet is full of expensive gadgets, bold claims, and confusing science. As physical therapists who actually treat athletes every day, we want to cut the noise and give you 12 gifts that actually help your body recover ; whether you’re shopping for yourself or for the runner, cyclist, or weekend warrior
Payton Dannewitz
Dec 12, 2025


Preparing Your Body for Winter: Staying Strong, Mobile & Injury-Free Through the Darker Months
Brought to you by AntiFragile Physical Therapy As temperatures drop and daylight shrinks, many people experience decreased activity levels, increased stiffness, and a higher risk of aches, pains, and winter-related injuries. But winter doesn’t have to be a setback. At Anti-Fragile Physical Therapy, we help people stay active, build resilience, and move with confidence year-round, and winter is one of the most important seasons to train with purpose. Whether your goal is injur

Dr. Annie Barnes, DPT, OCS
Nov 18, 2025


From Frustrated to Fast: How a Professional Bike Fit Can Transform Your Ride
Brought to you by AntiFragile Physical Therapy – Asheville, NC Every cyclist has had that moment - the rides that should feel strong somehow don’t. Your legs burn too early. The power numbers lag behind the effort. You’re constantly shifting in the saddle, fighting numb hands, or wondering why your speed doesn’t match your training. That frustration is more common than you think, and often, it’s not your fitness that’s holding you back. It’s your fit . A professional bike fi

Wesley Miller, PT, FAAOMPT
Nov 4, 2025


The Hidden Cost of Riding Through Pain: How Poor Fit Leads to Injury
Brought to you by AntiFragile Physical Therapy – Asheville, NC Every rider has pushed through discomfort at some point - a little knee ache on a climb, numb fingers on a descent, or a stiff back after long hours in the saddle. It’s easy to brush it off as part of the sport. But when those “little aches” become routine, they’re not just signs of hard training. They’re signals that something in your setup or body mechanics isn’t right. Ignoring those signals can cost more than

Wesley Miller, PT, FAAOMPT
Oct 28, 2025


Common Cycling Injuries and How Physical Therapy Can Help
Brought to you by AntiFragile Physical Therapy – Asheville, NC Cycling is one of the best ways to stay active, improve endurance, and explore the outdoors. But like any sport, cyclists are prone to specific injuries that can affect performance and long-term health. Understanding common cycling injuries and knowing how physical therapy for cyclists can help is essential for staying on the bike safely. 1. Knee Pain in Cyclists (Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome) Knee pain is one of

Wesley Miller, PT, FAAOMPT
Oct 21, 2025


Why Strength Training Matters for Youth
Brought to you by AntiFragile Physical Therapy – Asheville, NC When you hear “strength training,” you might picture adults lifting heavy...

Dr. Annie Barnes, DPT, OCS
Sep 17, 2025


Kickstart Your Fitness Journey: A Beginner's Guide to Strength Training
Have you ever thought about getting into strength training, but feel overwhelmed because you don’t know where to start? Or you don’t have...

Dr. Annie Barnes, DPT, OCS
Aug 28, 2024
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