Let’s be real—most people don’t get better because they did the wrong exercises.
They stay stuck because they’re doing the right exercises... the wrong way.
If you’re just checking the boxes, doing the movement without paying attention to what you feel, then you’re missing the whole point. Rehab isn’t about grinding reps—it’s about reconnecting to your body.
And let’s be honest—it’s not even your fault. Most people are given exercises without being shown how to do them properly, or they’re following something online that wasn’t made for them.
It’s no wonder they’re not getting better.
What Do We Mean by “Intention” and “Attention”?
At Connect, we talk a lot about moving with intention and paying attention—but what does that actually mean?
- Intention is about why and how you're moving.
It means choosing a movement on purpose, activating specific muscles, and focusing on form that aligns with your goals.
➤ Example: You're doing a banded pull-apart not just to “get stronger,” but to train mid-back control so you can throw, lift, or sit without pain. - Attention is what you’re noticing during the movement.
Are you stable? Are you compensating? Are you holding your breath?
➤ Example: Noticing that your traps are taking over instead of your lower traps, or that your left side feels tighter than your right.
Together, intention and attention create awareness—and that’s what makes exercises actually work. Without that, you’re just going through the motions.
Why “Just Doing the Exercises” Isn’t Enough
A lot of patients come to us after seeing other providers or following online rehab programs. They've “done the work” but haven't gotten results.
That’s because real change isn’t about volume—it’s about precision and focus.
Even just 10 minutes done well—where you actually slow down, breathe, and feel what’s going on—can be more powerful than 30 minutes of “just doing it.”
What We Do Differently at Connect
We don’t hand you a list of exercises and send you on your way. We walk with you, show you exactly what to feel, where to direct your attention, and how to adjust your movement when something isn’t working.
We coach the skill of body awareness—so that long after you leave our care, you still know what your body needs and how to stay pain-free.
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Patient Spotlight
"I’ve been to chiropractors, physical therapy, and even tried programs I found online. Nothing worked until I came to Connect. Dr. G didn’t just treat me—he taught me how to feel what was actually happening in my body. For the first time, I felt like I was part of my own healing."
– [Patient Name], Sonoma County Resident
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