Training Level 2

Have been consistent with Therapy Discharge Exercise Program/TheGoodLifePT Program - frequency, reps, sets, weight, etc 75% or more for 1+ months.

Rates recovery from injury/surgery at 90% or higher (if applicable).

Can perform daily tasks without limitation or compensation (100% “normal”).

Are working at full capacity (full duty, full schedule, no remaining restrictions)

Have resumed hobbies/sport within remaining restrictions (per Physician), but you may have symptoms that still occur that have to be managed. Overall, you’ve been able to consistently participate/perform at least short bouts of this activity and you’re enjoying it again.

Joint Movement: 90% of normal or better throughout entire body.

Strength: Warrants a gross grade of 4/5 or better throughout entire body (I’ll explain strength grades to you).

Flexibility/Mobility: Almost “normal” from head to toe, but you may still have areas of restriction - 75% normal or better.

Knowledge Base: You can independently state or explain the rest/activity balance, general anatomy (major muscle groups) and a basic understanding of the exercise variables (sets, reps, tempo, volume, rest break, etc).

Actively pursuing your Joy: You’ve put some thought into this…  you have declared something that genuinely brings you joy - a dream, an activity, etc that you lose track of time while doing and feel rejuvenated afterwards (besides your exercise program).  At least 1 time per week for 4 consecutive weeks.

Social Contribution: You have volunteered your time in some way for 1+ hour(s) per month.

You demonstrate optimal body mechanics with fundamental movement patterns x 10 reps:

Squat (Bodyweight)

8” Step-Up (Bodyweight)

8” Step-Down (Bodyweight)

Lunge (Bodyweight)

Pick-Up (15% Bodyweight)

Press (15% Bodyweight - Machine)

Row (15% Bodyweight - Machine)

Overhead Press (10% Bodyweight - Machine)