Exercise, Rehab & Zero Gravity: This is NASA Physical Therapy

NASA PT Danielle Anderson and strength coach Corey Twine give us an inside look at how they train and protect astronauts before, during, and after missions. From heart rate monitoring to resistance training in space, they break down the science behind keeping the human body strong when gravity is gone.

Topics Covered:

• Astronaut rehab & loading strategies
• How space changes musculoskeletal health
• The future of strength training gear in orbit
• NASA’s data-tracking tools (RPE, HR, etc.)
• Planning for Artemis & injury prevention

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