KEEP MOVING, KEEP RUNNING: SPORTS PHYSICAL THERAPY IN FORT COLLINS
Helping Active Adults Stay Strong, Recover Faster, and Perform Better
At Up & Running Physical Therapy, we know how frustrating it is to be sidelined by pain or injury. You want to stay active, keep pushing your limits, and get back to doing what you love.
Whether you're a runner, rock climber, weekend warrior, or someone who simply enjoys movement, our Fort Collins sports physical therapy team is here to help.
With advanced sports rehabilitation techniques, personalized treatment plans, and expert guidance, we get you back in motion—stronger and more resilient than ever.
INJURED? FRUSTRATED? YOU’RE NOT ALONE.
Pain that won’t go away. Rest that doesn’t help. Treatments that only mask the symptoms. Sound familiar?
Many athletes and active adults deal with chronic pain or injuries that won’t heal despite trying everything from pain meds to stretching routines. The truth is, recovery requires more than just waiting it out.
At Up & Running Physical Therapy, we do things differently. We don’t just treat the pain—we find and fix the root cause.
Our sports physical therapy approach is built on a deep understanding of biomechanics, movement patterns, and sports performance. Whether it’s your knees, shoulders, back, or something else holding you back, we develop a personalized plan to restore function and prevent future issues.
PERFORMANCE REHAB THAT GOES BEYOND RECOVERY
Getting out of pain is just the start. Our performance rehabilitation services take things a step further, helping you regain strength, stability, and confidence.
- Functional Exercise Prescription – We craft customized exercises that target weak areas and improve movement efficiency.
- Blood-Flow Restriction Training – Build strength without heavy loads, perfect for recovery and injury prevention.
- Injury Screening & Prevention – Identify potential problem areas before they lead to setbacks.
- Performance Enhancement – Train smarter, move better, and reach new personal records.
Our goal isn’t just to get you back to where you were—it’s to make you a stronger athlete than before.
FUNCTIONAL DRY NEEDLING: TARGETED PAIN RELIEF & RECOVERY
For many athletes, muscle tightness and trigger points are a constant battle.
Functional Dry Needling (FDN) is a modern therapy that directly targets these issues, helping release tension and speed up healing.
Unlike traditional acupuncture, FDN is based on neuromuscular science and provides benefits like:
- Faster pain relief by resetting overactive muscles
- Increased blood flow to promote healing
- Improved range of motion for better movement and performance
It’s a game-changer for runners, climbers, and athletes looking to stay at their best.
Take the First Step Toward Pain-Free Movement
At Up & Running Physical Therapy, we help Fort Collins athletes and active adults move better, train smarter, and recover faster. So get started moving better and get back to what you love, whether you’re participating in the Horsetooth Half Marathon oe hiking the Reservoir Trails.
Whether you’re dealing with an injury or looking to boost performance, we’re ready to guide you every step of the way.
Get in touch with us at (970) 500-3427 to schedule a Discovery Call or consultation.
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Recent Blog Posts By Up and Running Physical Therapy
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If you keep asking yourself, “Why do my feet hurt when I wake up?” and dread those first stiff steps out of bed, you are not alone, especially if you run, lift, climb, or chase kids all day.
Morning foot pain is incredibly common in active people, and it can be frustrating when it keeps showing up day after day.
That morning pain is not just “getting older” or something you have to accept. It is usually your body’s way of telling you that certain tissues are overloaded, stiff, or not doing their job well.
Maybe you stand at work for long hours, climb on weekends, or train hard in the gym, and all of that load shows up most clearly when you first get out of bed.
Learn what’s actually happening in your feet overnight, the most common causes of that first step pain, and simple ways to start easing it.
Hip Pain During Pregnancy: Stay Active, Up, and Running
Hip pain during pregnancy can feel especially unfair when you love to move. You finally find your groove with running, lifting, hiking, or climbing, and suddenly every step or stride makes your hip grab or ache.
You still want to feel like an athlete, not just a passenger in your changing body. You want clarity on what is safe, what needs to change, and how to protect your body now so you can return stronger postpartum.
What is Pelvic Floor Therapy?
What is pelvic floor therapy? If you’ve ever felt like something “just isn’t right” in your core — whether it’s pain, pressure, or bladder changes — you’re not alone.
Pelvic floor therapy helps you understand and strengthen the muscles that support your bladder, bowel, and reproductive organs. It’s not just for new moms or athletes; it’s for anyone whose daily life is affected by discomfort or weakness in this area.
You learn how to move, breathe, and use your muscles in ways that make your body feel supported again. Most people are surprised by how much this therapy improves their confidence, posture, and even intimacy.
Here’s what we focus on together:
Reconnecting you to muscles that have been ignored or overworked
Teaching gentle exercises that restore coordination and strength
Reducing pain and improving control so you can return to normal activities
This isn’t a quick fix — it’s a process that helps your body relearn balance and strength from the inside out. And it starts with you simply noticing that something feels off and deciding it’s time to feel whole again.