Power & Strength Training Physical Therapy Program
Enhancing agility, quickness, and reaction through explosive sport training
Program Overview
Our Strengthening Physical Therapy Program is designed to meet the specific needs of athletes and active individuals in Minnesota. Our programs are designed to be year-round, built around the athletic seasons to optimize your performance based on your personal goals, sport/activity of interest, movement analysis, fundamental competencies, training environment and competition cycles.
Our specialized program goes beyond general fitness training; we understand the diverse requirements of different sports and activities and tailor our approach accordingly through both manual and exercise-based therapy practices:
Manual, Hands-On Therapy
- Blood Flow Restriction Therapy (BFR)
- Iron Neck Training
- Cupping
- Dry Needling
- Myofascial release (foam rolling), various forms of stretching, muscle activation
- Injury reduction by identifying muscular imbalances, balance, and stabilization
Exercise-Based Therapy
- Injury Reduction + Rehabilitation
- Foot Speed and Agility
- Explosive Power Development
- Proper Functional Strength Training
- Energy System Conditioning
Your Journey to Peak Performance
Enhance your stamina and performance with our physical therapy program for endurance training.
Who Benefits From our Programs?
Weightlifters
Weightlifting, like any physical activity, can lead to injuries if not performed correctly or if the body is pushed beyond its limits. Our PT program includes specific mobility work targeting areas that are commonly tight or restricted in weightlifters, such as the hips, shoulders, and thoracic spine. We also emphasize core stability and functional strength training. Common injuries among weightlifters include:
Common Weightlifting injuries include:
- Herniated Disc
- Hip Flexor Strain
- Shoulder Impingement
- ACL Tear
- Rotator Cuff Tear
Crossfit Athletes
Our PT program for CrossFit athletes incorporates a variety of elements to enhance performance. Central to the program are compound movements which build overall strength and mimic the multi-joint movements used in CrossFit.
In addition, targeted isolation exercises are used to strengthen weak or imbalanced muscle groups, such as the rotator cuff, hip stabilizers, and lower back muscles. The program also includes plyometrics and power development exercises to enhance explosive strength and agility.
Common Crossfit injuries include:
- Hamstring Sprains or Tears
- Quad Sprains or Tears
- Ligament Injuries
- Achilles Tears
- Meniscus Tears
MMA Fighters & Boxers
Our specialized program for MMA Fighters, Boxers and other combat athletes focuses on developing explosive power, speed, and agility, which are essential for effective striking or grappling in the ring or cage. We also promote techniques such as massage and myofascial release to alleviate muscle tightness and improve tissue health.
Common fighting injuries include:
- Hand and Wrist Sprains and Fractures
- Rib Fractures
- Muscle Strains
- Ligament Tears
- Dislocated Shoulder
Climbers
Our physical therapists work with climbers in a program that focuses on enhancing climbing-specific strength and mobility. With special attention paid to program components like grip strength and care, antagonist muscle training, joint mobility, and balance, climbers will be able to compete at the next level with increased confidence and improved performance.
Common climbing injuries include:
- Finger Tendinitis
- Medial Epicondylitis (Climber’s Elbow)
- Shoulder Injuries
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Achilles Tendinitis
Your PRO Therapy Team
Our team at PRO Therapy wants to free you from pain, and give you the power, knowledge, and tools to maintain a healthy lifestyle.
Kevin Spahr
Owner | Doctor of Physical Therapy | DPT | BA
Liz Spahr
Owner | COO
