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You might look great striking a pose as a body builder. But if you want to improve your performance in any other sport, simply pumping up your muscles isn’t the answer. Because other than body building, sports are about movement. That’s where the physical therapy approach of the Train Smart Program comes in.
This medically based program can lead you to optimal performance and–most importantly– can help you prevent injury. So whether you’re a teenager who wants to go from JV to varsity, an Olympic hopeful, or just out of shape and intimidated by gyms, The Train Smart Program is an appropriate and effective choice.
The difference is our expertise. Each of our physical therapists has a masters or doctorate degree in physical therapy, with in-depth knowledge of human kinetics and the muscular skeletal system. While many people only see a physical therapist for help overcoming an injury, these medical professionals also bring you a higher level of expertise for performance improvement.
At PT Works, a physical therapist will conduct your initial evaluation, and develop and oversee
your exercise plan. This plan will take every aspect of your existing and potential physical condition into account, making each program 100% individualized.
Your Train Smart plan: 100% yours.
Believe it or not, many training facilities will follow a corporate manual to choose a strength and
conditioning plan for an individual. That approach can be ineffective and even harmful. Here’s why cookie cutter training doesn’t work: take three football players (and we’ve seen them all come to us, after being injured.) One has incredible strength, is agile and coordinated, but lacks mobility due to poor stretching technique. His muscles are so tight he strains his back every time he runs, cuts or jumps. Another also has incredible strength, but poor coordination, resulting in trunk instability. Therefore, he strains his lower back within three steps off the scrimmage line. And the third has good mobility and fair coordination, but is not strong enough to hold his position on the line.
Each one of these players needs different exercises–and a physical therapist knows how to evaluate these differences.
At PT Works, your program is 100% individualized, not only in planning, but also in action. You’ll never be part of a group exercise program. Every aspect of your training is one-on-one.
Goal number one: prevent injury.
Every person has a weak link in his or her movement patterns. That weak link can cause your body to compensate by creating inefficient movement patterns. The more you practice and repeat this incorrect movement, the more ingrained it becomes (so-called “muscle memory”). As a result, you’ll reduce your ability to master certain skills, hindering your performance, heightening your frustration, and often, leading to injury.
At PT Works, we’ll find that weak link, and work with you to fix it. The result will be greater movement efficiency, improved performance and lowered risk for self-injury. A plan that works with your body, and your life.
Motion Analysis
We use motion analysis to expose mechanical flaws that are not visible to the naked eye, and to
give athletes an opportunity to see how they are improving.
Train Smart FAQS
What can I expect when I come in to start my Train Smart Program? First, we’ll sit down with you and assess both your short and long term goals. We’ll then perform a functional movement screening that will assess your movement, strength and coordination. The results of these tests give us a blueprint upon which to build the appropriate corrective exercises unique to your situation.
How long does the initial evaluation take? The initial evaluation will take about one hour. Each
follow up will also take an hour.
Is this program just for athletes or young adults? No and no. It’s for all skill levels and all ages, whether you’re a little league pitcher, an Olympian, a weekend golfer or just someone who wants to get back in shape.
Do you have state-of-the-art equipment? No. Do you need state of the art equipment? No. Do we have the right equipment? Yes. Your assessment and exercise program from PT Works will be based on scientific medical research, anatomy, physics and motion analysis. This program can include the use of something as simple as a Swiss ball or tubing–which makes it easier to continue your program at home, school or the gym.
How many visits will I need? It all depends on your goals, your assessment and your body. Our mission is to empower you, giving you the plan you need to take care of yourself. If you’re limited financially, we’ll try to get you a list of exercises you can take to a gym or home, with a follow-up for reassessment.
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