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By Dr. Kurt Brooks, PT, DScPT I’d been struggling with a nagging cough for months. I brushed it off, ignored my wife’s advice, and kept
May 13, 2025
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By Dr. Kurt Brooks, PT, DScPT I’d been struggling with a nagging cough for months. I brushed it off, ignored my wife’s advice, and kept
It’s Never Too Late to Move We had the opportunity to meet so many amazing people at the Fuquay-Varina Senior Expo this week — people
When it comes to achieving and maintaining a strong, healthy body, protein is an absolute cornerstone of nutrition. Yet, many people underestimate its importance. Protein
Undergoing rotator cuff repair surgery is a significant step toward alleviating shoulder pain and restoring function. Understanding the recovery process can help you navigate the
In our fast-paced lives, finding the balance between busy schedules and healthy eating can feel like a daunting task. Juggling work, family commitments, and personal
Member Spotlight: Cole Hovey 🏅 Special Olympics Champion | Golf Enthusiast | OSI Member For Cole, sports have always been a big part of life.
You’ve had your hip replaced (or are about to)… let’s talk about what’s next. Undergoing a total hip replacement is a significant step towards reclaiming
Walking Through the Doors of OSI: A Life-Changing Step Walking through the doors of Original Strength Institute was one of the hardest things Lisa Hon
Why Are We Still Chasing Shortcuts? Ozempic. Weight loss drugs. Cleanses. The list of so-called “miracle” solutions promising fast results just keeps growing. It’s hard
When 18 year old Silas Schlax first walked (or hobbled) into the Original Strength Institute (OSI) to meet Dr. Kurt Brooks, he had little hope.
Nutrition can feel overwhelming. With countless diets, meal plans, and “must-try” tips promising everything from rapid weight loss to boundless energy to magic supplements,
Are you ready to make this year the one where you finally feel stronger, healthier, and more confident in your body? The good news is
The holiday season is here, and while it’s easy to push fitness goals aside, now is actually one of the best times to build momentum—and
When it comes to health and fitness, there’s one mindset that holds more people back than anything else: waiting for the “perfect time” to start.
Halloween is right around the corner, and with it comes the excitement of costumes, spooky fun, and of course, candy. For many of us, indulging
In today’s digital age, everyone seems to have an opinion on nutrition. Whether it’s influencers on social media, blogs touting the latest fad diet, or
Hey, it’s Tristan here. If you know me, you know I don’t mess around when it comes to getting results. I’ve spent years fine-tuning what
You’ve been committed to your fitness. You show up for yourself, get your workouts in, and stay active. But sometimes, it feels like something’s missing—a
We’ve heard that life-long exercise can lead to healthier and longer life. But are all forms of exercise equal? I recently came across a study
As we navigate adulthood (and work our way towards “middle age”), life tends to get busier and more demanding. Between careers, kids, and everything in
When we were young, we had an endless supply of energy, and we could eat almost anything we wanted. We laughed a lot, and we played hard. We were carefree and full of life; we never thought twice about the way we looked or what size we were. Those “good old days” don’t have to be gone. We can bring those days back and return to the way we were; energetic, joyful, and full of life.
