Sore vs. Injured Running: How to Tell the Difference
Every runner knows the feeling: you wake up after a hard training day and something hurts. The question that follows can define your entire week. Is this normal soreness, or is this an injury? Understanding the difference between sore vs. injured running is one of the most valuable skills a runner can develop. It helps…
Top rated physical therapy in Reston, VA
Ranked Number One for Physical Therapy in Reston, VA: What Our Patients Say Rehab 2 Perform in Reston, VA has been ranked number one for physical therapy in the 20190, Reston area by BusinessRate, a patient review platform that evaluates Google review volume, recency, and quality over time. That recognition reflects what happens in our…
Best Physical Therapy in Gambrills, MD – Rehab 2 Perform
Rehab 2 Perform in Gambrills has been voted Best Physical Therapy in the Best of Central Maryland awards by What’s Up? Magazine two years in a row, in both 2025 and 2026. That recognition comes directly from the readers and residents of Anne Arundel County, which means it reflects the experience of real patients in…
Kezia Oscar | DMV Athlete & R2P Ambassador
Rebuilding for What’s Next There is a different level of focus that comes when you are working your way back to something you love. It sharpens how you train, how you think, and how you show up each day. For Kezia “the uniKOrn” Oscar, that process is not just about returning to the field. It…
Alisha Mottern | Gaithersburg Athlete & R2P Ambassador
Built Through Movement, Driven by Purpose Some athletes are shaped by competition. Others are shaped by something deeper. For Alisha Mottern, movement is not just training. It is a daily commitment to growth, health, and showing up fully for life. In Gaithersburg, she is preparing for a packed race calendar that includes Hyrox events, trail…
SI Joint Pain in Pregnancy: How Physical Therapy Can Help
What Is SI Joint Pain in Pregnancy and Why Does It Happen? Pregnancy transforms the body in remarkable ways. As ligaments loosen, posture shifts, and the body adapts to new weight distribution, many women begin to experience pain deep in the low back or across the back of the hips. This is often SI joint…
Running Injury Management: What to Do When You Get Hurt While Running
As a physical therapist who also runs, I see this moment from both sides. You feel something wrong mid-run. Pain shows up, panic sets in, and your mind immediately goes to worst-case scenarios. Running injury management does not need to start with fear. It starts with understanding what your body is telling you and responding…
Jorie Gelnett | Leesburg Runner, Coach & R2P Ambassador
Training for Boston, Built Through Consistency The Boston Marathon demands more than fitness. It requires patience, structure, and a long-term approach to progress. In Leesburg, Jorie Gelnett is preparing for that challenge with a mindset rooted in steady improvement and intentional training. Her approach is not built around shortcuts or extremes. It is built around…
Amanda Deller | Annapolis Athlete & R2P Ambassador
Built on More Than Just Training Not every athlete starts from a place of certainty. Some are built through challenge, resilience, and a refusal to accept limits placed on them early. Amanda’s journey reflects that path, one shaped by consistency, perspective, and a deep connection to what it means to keep moving forward. Today, in…
Why Strength Comes Before Plyometrics in Rehab
Build Capacity First to Unlock Safe, Confident Performance Plyometrics are exciting. They look athletic, feel dynamic, and often signal progress. Jumping, cutting, and explosive movements make people feel like they are “back.” But introducing plyometrics too early is one of the most common reasons people flare up during rehab. At Rehab 2 Perform, we see…