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Dr. Susan Baxter, PhD: Movement & Health for Real Life. Chronic Fatigue, Rehab, Strength, and Industry Reform.
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From Patterns to Prescriptions: A Smarter Way Forward for Long COVID Care
Long COVID research has come a long way—but clinical care hasn’t caught up. And while studies like the Nature Medicine machine-learning...

Dr Susan Baxter
May 33 min read


The Power of Breathwork: More Than Just Meditation
Breathwork is often associated with meditation and relaxation, but its benefits go far beyond that. It can help regulate stress, improve...

Dr Susan Baxter
May 13 min read


Cancer and Exercise: Should You Train During Treatment?
Cancer is one of the biggest health challenges a person can face, and the conversation around exercise, nutrition, and lifestyle in...
drsuzbaxter
Apr 284 min read


Strength & Function for Life: Adapting Exercise for Aging Adults (Senior Fitness) & Joint Replacements
Strength & Function for Life: Adapting Exercise for Aging Adults & Joint Replacements Aging comes with unique biomechanical challenges,...
drsuzbaxter
Apr 243 min read


Cueing for Coaches: Why I Don’t Tell Clients to “Turn On” Their Core (or Any Other Muscle)
Why I Don’t Tell Clients to “Turn On” Their Core (or Any Other Muscle) when I'm teaching cueing for coaches One of the most common (and...
drsuzbaxter
Apr 213 min read


What Is Pilates Anymore? Clearing the Confusion Without Shaming the Movement
By Dr. Suz – Pilates Instructor, Rehab Specialist, Lover of Movement & Truth Pilates has exploded. Reformer, mat, clinical, athletic,...
drsuzbaxter
Apr 195 min read


Understanding Hip Pain: Causes, Symptoms, and Solutions
Understanding Hip Pain: Causes, Symptoms, and Solutions Hip pain is one of the most debilitating issues someone can experience. Since the...
drsuzbaxter
Apr 174 min read


Osteopenia & Osteoporosis: What You Need to Know
Many people assume that just staying active is enough to keep their bones strong. I’ve had multiple clients come to me frustrated after...
drsuzbaxter
Apr 143 min read


Behavioral Alchemy: The Art & Science of Lasting Change
Behavioral Alchemy: The Art & Science of Lasting Change Changing behavior isn’t just about willpower—it’s about understanding why we do...
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Apr 33 min read


Prehab: The Smarter Way to Avoid Pain and Injury
Most people only start thinking about rehab after an injury or surgery—but what if you could set yourself up for success before anything...

Dr Susan Baxter
Aug 29, 20233 min read


Back Imaging & Herniations: Why Pictures Don’t Always Tell the Full Story
When it comes to back pain and herniations, imaging like X-rays, CT scans, and MRIs can provide valuable insights. But here’s the catch:...
Alexandra Castillo
Aug 29, 20232 min read


Burnout: Why It’s More Than Just Feeling Tired
Feeling like you’re running on fumes—even when you’re “resting”? You’re not alone, and you don’t have to push through it solo. If this is...
Alexandra Castillo
Aug 29, 20233 min read


Cardio vs weights debate!
When it comes to the classic cardio vs. weights debate, it's like comparing apples and oranges – both have their unique benefits. Cardio,...
Alexandra Castillo
Aug 29, 20232 min read


Understanding Pain: A Holistic Approach for Rehabilitation and Chronic Illness Management
Pain is a complex and multifaceted experience that can significantly impact an individual's quality of life. Understanding pain,...
drsuzbaxter
Jul 7, 20234 min read


The Research Behind Ice Baths, Sauna Sessions, and Contrast Therapy & muscle building vs recovery:
Extreme temperature treatments, such as ice baths and sauna sessions, have been embraced by many for their potential health benefits....
drsuzbaxter
Jul 5, 20233 min read


Telling your clients "just do yoga" to squat deeper?
Let's use me as an example. Susan, a woman with Celtic hips, which are characterized by deep hip sockets, offers an insightful...
drsuzbaxter
Jul 5, 20233 min read


The Importance of Kinetic Energy in Dispelling Negative Energy and Rejuvenating Your Nervous System
Our nervous system is a vast and intricate network that extends from our brains and branches out, reaching every corner of our bodies,...
drsuzbaxter
May 31, 20235 min read


Wellness trends for trainers to embrace 2025
Ive gone and done it, Ive cracked open the Christmas decorations (metaphorically) and its not even July yet by writing the trends that I...

Dr Susan Baxter
May 26, 20233 min read


Wellness trends 2024
Okay so I get it, I'm like the grocery store that is putting up Christmas decorations after Easter, but I figured I'd make some trend...
drsuzbaxter
May 26, 20233 min read


Has RICE for injury been debunked?
Now what? The RICE (Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation) method has been questioned in recent years, especially the 'Ice' and 'Rest'...
drsuzbaxter
May 25, 20232 min read
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