Self-care has gotten a bit of a rebrand lately. Somewhere along the way, it became synonymous with bubble baths, candles, massages, and the occasional day off. While those things can feel great, they’re not what actually keeps your body healthy, resilient, and moving well long-term. Real self-care—the kind that supports longevity, independence, and confidence in your body—is much less glamorous. It’s built on consistent movement, strength, and maintenance , not quick fixes. A

When we talk about “loving your body,” most conversations focus on strength, cardio, or flexibility. But there’s one critical system that often gets overlooked—until something goes wrong. Your pelvic floor . Pelvic health is not just about pregnancy, postpartum recovery, or aging. It’s about how your body supports you every single day , whether you’re lifting weights, running, managing stress, or simply trying to feel confident and comfortable in your own body. At Nashville P

Knee pain has a way of sneaking into daily life. One day you’re squatting, running, hiking, or playing pickleball without thinking twice—and the next, your knee hurts going up stairs or getting out of the car. For many people, the first instinct is to seek imaging, injections, or a referral to an orthopedic specialist. But in most cases, physical therapy should be the first step , not the last. At Nashville Physical Therapy & Performance , we regularly help active adults reso

If you’ve ever spent 10 minutes stretching before a workout—only to still feel stiff, achy, or off once you start moving—you’re not alone. Warm-ups are one of the most misunderstood parts of fitness. Most people do  warm up, but they’re warming up in a way that doesn’t actually prepare their body for what’s coming next. The result? Persistent tightness, nagging pain, or injuries that seem to come out of nowhere. At Nashville Physical Therapy & Performance , we see this daily: