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  By: Florence Strength and Conditioning “The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.” – Psalm 34:18 PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder) is not just something that happens on battlefields—it happens in hospital rooms, after accidents, during abusive relationships, and following moments that felt too big, too painful, or too fast to process. For many, the wounds of trauma are invisible, but they run deep. They affect how we think, feel, connect, and even how we move through the world. At Florence Strength and Conditioning, we know that healing from PTSD isn’t just about getting stronger physically. It’s about restoring a sense of peace, control, and wholeness—body, mind, and spirit. 1. It’s Okay to Not Be Okay One of the bravest things a person can do is admit they’re struggling. PTSD can feel like you're living with a storm inside—flashbacks, anxiety, emotional numbness, or feeling on edge without warning. This isn’t weakness. It’s y...

  Why Movement Heals: Unlocking the Power of Fascial Tissue You’ve heard us say it in the gym a hundred times— “Move well, move often.” But what if we told you that your ability to move pain-free, with strength and control, relies on something deeper than muscle? Something woven through your entire body like a web— your fascia . Let’s break down what fascial tissue is, why it matters more than most realize, and how movement keeps it healthy, pliable, and powerful. What Is Fascia? Fascia is the connective tissue that wraps, supports, and connects every structure in your body —muscles, bones, organs, nerves, and blood vessels. Think of it like the strong yet elastic body armor and communication network of your musculoskeletal system. Fascia isn’t just passive wrapping. It’s alive —rich with sensory nerves, capable of contracting, and highly responsive to your lifestyle. It comes in three main layers: Superficial fascia (just beneath the skin) Deep fascia (encasing mu...