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Train Like An Athlete
November 12, 2025
As a young physical therapist, I’ve observed a growing interest in resistance training among younger individuals. It’s inspiring to see so many young Americans embracing their health—whether they’re striving to achieve personal records, improve their BMI, or simply build confidence. Throughout my early career, I’ve often heard older patients remark, “You’re training me like an […]
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What is Rucking?
July 9, 2025
What Is Rucking? Rucking is a method of working out where you have a weighted backpack or vest during your normal walk, hike, or workout. Rucking was originally military-based, but it was found to be a great functional exercise for almost anyone. There are many benefits of rucking, including building strength and endurance, increasing calorie […]
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The Effects of Exercise on Mental Health
May 13, 2025
Exercise and physical activity are important for nearly all aspects of life, including not only physical but also mental health. Exercise can help moderate stress levels within the body, improve cognitive function, increase muscle mass, regulate inflammation, reduce body fat, and improve self-image1. Additionally, research has increasingly demonstrated support for exercise and its positive effects […]
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SIJ Pain in Pregnancy
April 24, 2025
The miracle of growing a baby is truly a special occasion—one that is filled with many unforgettable moments, from a baby’s first kicks and rolls to finding out the gender. Unfortunately, along with all these highs, there are common lows that come with pregnancy. Symptoms can range from acid reflux to swollen hands and feet […]
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3D Captured Gait Analysis
August 24, 2023
Hulst Jepsen Physical Therapy utilizes the cutting-edge Helix 3D system from RunDNA with precise optical marker tracking technology and industry-leading 3D software. Our running experts use this real-time data to help athletes run smarter, stronger, and faster! Upcoming Saturday, $50 Quick Screen Events: Byron Center (June 13) FULL Hudsonville (August 1) Now available! Call to […]
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Apply to be a Physical Therapy Tech
March 20, 2023
Are you looking for a fun, fast-paced environment? A job with a company that is locally owned and continually growing? A rewarding career where you can help people every day? Hulst Jepsen might be the place for you! Our Techs are getting a head start on their careers! These future physical therapists play a vital […]
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Women’s Equality & Equity in PT
March 7, 2023
Today is International Women’s Day; a day celebrated globally to highlight the achievements of women but also to make positive changes for women’s equality and equity. We are proud to do both things at Hulst Jepsen Physical Therapy. Physical Therapy is a woman-dominated field with the American Physical Therapy Association reporting in 2019 that 65% […]
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Ted Corbitt, PT, MPT
January 30, 2023
In honor of Black History Month, we celebrate the historic life and inspiring story of Ted Corbitt, PT, MPT. Beyond his career as a physical therapist, Ted was a World War II veteran, Olympic athlete, college professor, and marathon running pioneer. Theodore “Ted” Corbitt, PT, MPT was born on January 31, 1919, in Dunbarton, South […]
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Best Pickleball Courts in Grand Rapids
September 20, 2022
At Hulst Jepsen Physical Therapy, we treat all ages of pickleball players in Grand Rapids, Michigan. From treating members of the Grand Rapids Pickleball Club with our Return to Sport Program to supporting the weekend warrior recreational pickleball court kings with our active Sports Medicine Team, our physical therapists support all fitness and pickleball playing […]
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