Healthy Joints for Life, created by Laurie Kertz Kelly and Doug Kelsey, helps people build healthier, stronger joints. The result is a more robust and active life.


I've learned to "feel" differently about exercising. Rather than feeling good based on the 'high' of pushing lots of weight or reps, I've come to find the thrill of looking good, feeling strong, and then not aching, and being able to do almost all that I want. Without having to attach myself to a 250lb benchpress in order to get there.

- Ross Garber

A "joint first" approach


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Easy to follow exercise routines


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Progress you can see and feel


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Hi, I’m Laurie Kertz Kelly.


I specialize in coaching people with persistent aches and pains to return to the activities they love. 

I help people like you transform the frustrations of feeling hurt and feeling prematurely 'old' into feeling confident, fit and resilient.

I understand how discouraging it is to try temporary solutions when what you really want is ongoing success.

Laurie's Bio:

  • Bachelor's of Science in Mathematics (1999)
  • Master of Physical Therapy (2001)
  • Began studying with Doug Kelsey, PT, PhD (2004)
  • Certified in Target Tissue Training, a scientifically based prescriptive exercise method developed ​by Doug Kelsey, PT, PhD (2008)  
  • Board certified in Orthopedics by the American Physical Therapy Association (2010)
  • Previous clinical manager of an outpatient orthopedic clinic
  • Conducted over 2,500 consultations & over 33,000 training sessions with clients who want to enjoy an active life.