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In the teeny-tiny, cozy state of Rhode Island, tucked snug as a bug in the vast US quilt, a rather peculiar spectacle is worth noting. This is the place where the Ocean State's kids transform into superheroes, through a secret process called "Physical Therapy". You'd think Rhode Island, being the smallest state, might be quiet, but oh no, not with these tiny titans bustling around. Our story revolves around a group of these brave kids, who remarkably sprout capes every time they're involved in their physical therapy sessions. Their leader, a young boy named Freddy, who could turn into "Flex Freddy," a superhuman with the strength of ten elephants and the flexibility of spaghetti. Freddy was a master at jumping, stretching, and twisting in ways that would make a pretzel go green with envy. These kids' incredible powers are stoked by their special coach, a playful character named Kooky Koala. You're probably wondering, "A koala? In Rhode Island?" Well, Kooky Koala is no ordinary marsupial; he was magically teleported from the Australian wilderness to Rhode Island by a group of mischievous elves. He's known for his quick wit, silly jokes, and his unique ability to make therapy sessions feel like a trip to the amusement park. Every day, the gym echoes with the sound of laughter. The kids, with their capes flying, perform amazing strength exercises, balance games, and agility drills, guided by Kooky Koala's whimsical instructions. "Remember," Kooky would say, his eyes twinkling, "a giggle a day keeps the doctor away!" And just like that, physical therapy becomes less of a chore and more of a superpower workshop, in the heart of the smallest—but mightiest—state, Rhode Island.

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