Many of my personal fitness clients and physical therapy patients routinely ask me for simple exercise routines that will help them lose weight, tone up or improve overall strength. As a strong advocate for comprehensive exercise programs, I have created a workout combination that can achieve all three of those fitness goals. It is important […]
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K-Tape Trend: Maria Pontillo, DPT Explores the Benefits of New Innovative Treatment
Check out this YouTube video of myself and my colleague, AJ Patrick, Doctor of Physical Therapy, demonstrating a popular Kinesio Tape technique that I have personally used as treatment for ITB Syndrome and Quadriceps Tendonitis. As a Doctor of Physical Therapy in the state of Florida, I have seen a spike in the use of […]
Cross Training Principles: Rowing 101 With Maria Pontillo, DPT
As a Doctor of Physical Therapy, an important aspect of my job is to promote wellness and injury prevention. In just one day on the job, I have the opportunity to work with a vast group of individuals. For example, within the last month I worked with a professional athlete, a 16-year-old lacrosse player and […]
Join Maria Pontillo, DPT for the Red, White & Blue Spin Ride This 4th of July!
Before you have your fun in the sun for the 4th of July, join Maria Pontillo, Doctor of Physical Therapy and Spin Instructor Extraordinaire for the RED, WHITE & BLUE SPIN RIDE! This SPECIAL 90 minute spin class will be held […]
Maria Pontillo, DPT Presents The Summer Slim Down Personal Training Program
Do you want to drop a few pounds for the summer and tone up in time for bikini season? I am excited to announce a NEW virtual training program that I am hosting starting the first week of July. If you live in South Florida or on the other side of the world, you can […]
Common Mistakes Runner’s Make & How To Avoid Them
On June, 29th 2013, I am bringing a group of South Florida runners together to partake in the Neon Vibe 5K in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. In an effort to help my 5K team and other running enthusiasts perform well during their running events, I have compiled a list of common runner’s mistakes to avoid as […]
Joy Taylor’s Recovery from ACL Surgery: A Personalized Approach with Maria Pontillo, DPT
It’s common to hear on ESPN about athletes like Derrick Rose of the Chicago Bulls tearing their anterior cruciate ligament (ACL), debilitating them from playing the remainder of the NBA season. The ACL tears more often than any other ligament, with nearly 200,000 ACL injuries per year in the United States. As a licensed physical […]
Train to Run: The Galloway Training Method
If you are new to long distance running and ready to check a 5K, 10K or marathon off of your personal bucket list, the Galloway Training Method can help you achieve your fitness goals! Founded by a world-class Olympian athlete, Jeff Galloway, this exceptional training method that has become an industry standard across the world. […]
Train to Run: The Galloway Training Method
If you are new to long distance running and ready to check a 5K, 10K or marathon off of your personal bucket list, the Galloway Training Method can help you achieve your fitness goals! Founded by a world-class Olympian athlete, Jeff Galloway, this exceptional training method that has become an industry standard across the world. […]
Graston Technique 101 with Maria Pontillo
Whether you are chronic sports junky, crossfit participant, recreational or professional athlete, dancer, or even an extreme runner, it is important to understand that physical activity does increase the risk of injury. Regardless of your preference of physical activity, it is even more important to always practice exercise safety techniques and always provide care and […]
