Meet The Team
Dr. AJ Cohen, PT, DPT
AJ Cohen founded Up and Running Physical Therapy to pursue his passion of helping people see what they’re truly capable of; whether coming back from an injury that they thought they’d have forever, or running a personal best marathon. Originally from Manorville, New York, AJ graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Exercise Science and a Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Sacred Heart University.
AJ trained in a variety of clinical settings including Orthopedic Outpatient, Acute Oncology, and Skilled Nursing and passed his Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist exam. AJ is also certified in Functional Dry Needling II.
As an ultra-marathoner and rock climber, he has an affinity for working with athletes and active-adults, helping them in their various sports. AJ’s doctoral studies emphasized the importance of manual therapy, in conjunction with specific exercise, to maximize the benefits of therapeutic techniques to improve function, pain, and performance.
Some of AJ's Running Accomplishments
- Run the Ranch 12hr - 1st OA and CR
- Run Rabbit Run 100 - Under 30hrs
- Never Summer 100k - 4-finishes
- Never Summer 60k - 10th overall
- Silverton Alpine 50k - 3rd overall
- Hogs Hunt 50k - 7th overall
- Various Trail and Road Races from 50M to 5k
Dr. Joey Przybyla, PT, DPT
Joey is a licensed physical therapist who earned his Doctorate of Physical Therapy at Texas State University. Originally from Michigan, he moved to Texas in 2011 where he spent his time learning and growing as a physical therapist.
He moved to Colorado in May 2022 and will call Fort Collins home. Joey has 8 years of experience in orthopedic, post operative and sports related rehabilitation. He brings additional perspective as an avid runner and was even able to reach the status of a competitive local-elite athlete. With the love of distance running and a personal record half marathon time of 70 minutes, Joey lives to help others reach their physical goals.
Specifically, he utilizes manual therapy, Functional Dry Needling and emphasizes the use of exercise to allow patients to get back to the activities they are passionate about! Outside of the clinic, you can catch Joey exploring all the nearby trails with his wife Kelsie and two sons, Luka and Lane.
Some of Joey's Running Accomplishments
- Blue Sky Half-Marathon - 3rd OA
- Half-Marathon PR: 1:10
- Never Summer 60k finisher
- This list will be updated soon!
Dr. Stephanie Hope, PT, DPT
Stephanie earned a Bachelors of Science Degree in Psychology from The University of
Georgia and then later went on to graduate with her Doctorate of Physical Therapy from
The University of North Georgia. She is originally from the southeast, born in South Carolina
but raised most of her life in Georgia. She loves to travel and has lived overseas as an
adult. Most recently, she and her family returned from New Zealand where she worked as a
physiotherapist for 2.5 years.
Stephanie specializes in pelvic floor dysfunction and this has become her passion within the
PT profession. She treats a wide range of women’s and men’s health issues, including
incontinence, pelvic pain, and pelvic post-op complications. She is also experienced in
treating musculoskeletal and orthopedic conditions and is certified in dry needling. She
enjoys creating bespoke exercise programs for her patients, whether it is for a pelvic health
issue or orthopedic problem, to help them achieve their goals.
In her spare time, Stephanie enjoys spending time with her husband, young son, and dog.
She loves hiking in the mountains and exploring her community through a variety of outdoor activities. She is also a hobby potter and loves making functional pottery and ceramic art.
Conner Weeth, PT, DPT
Conner earned his Bachelor of Science Degree in Biomedical Sciences from Colorado State University, followed by his Doctorate of Physical Therapy from Regis University in Denver.
As a powerlifter, Conner has a passion for helping barbell athletes and has had the opportunity to work with national-level powerlifters and Olympic weightlifters. With his passion for lifting, Conner helps others continue their training while rehabbing injuries with an exercise-based approach.
Conner has been the head powerlifting coach at Denver Barbell Club since 2022, and will remain a remote coach going forward. Outside of work, he enjoys cooking new recipes and playing board games with his fiancé whenever possible.
Some of Conner's Powerlifting Accomplishments
- 3rd in 2024 Colorado State Championship 90kg class
- Best Squat: 205kg/452lbs
- Best Bench: 157.5kg/348lbs
- Best Deadlift: 255kg/562lbs
- Best total: 617.5kg/ 1,358.5lbs
Dr. Stephanie Boyce, PT, DPT
Originally from Erie, Pennsylvania, Steph attended Gannon University where she earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Sport and Exercise Science and went on to graduate with her Doctorate in Physical Therapy. Growing up an athlete, she fell in love with physical therapy after tearing her ACL and meniscus, undergoing surgery, and experiencing the rehab process at a very young age.
Steph has over 8 years of experience working in the outpatient orthopedic and sports rehab world throughout Pennsylvania, Texas, Oklahoma and now Colorado! During school, she became interested in pelvic health rehab and started her journey towards becoming a pelvic health physical therapist through the Institute of Clinical Excellence with their Level 1 and 2 courses. She is dry needling trained through Integrative Dry Needling and values the importance of balancing manual therapy, exercise, nutrition, and education to improve overall function and wellness.
During her free time, you can find Steph in her local CrossFit gym (she got her L1 certification in 2022), doing yoga, and enjoying just about anything outdoors with her boyfriend and their two dogs. She’ll never turn down a good book recommendation!
Dr. Chandler Lockwood
Chandler earned his Bachelor of Science degrees in Sports Medicine and Psychology
from Colorado State University in 2018, and later completed his Doctorate of Physical
Therapy at the University of Central Florida. Originally from Colorado, Chandler and his wife always knew they wanted to return to Fort Collins to start their careers and put down roots.
Growing up, Chandler was always involved in sports—playing basketball, football,
volleyball, and more. His passion for helping others improve their performance is what led him to become a Physical Therapist. Before going to PT school, Chandler worked as a Sports Performance Coach at Tampa Sports Academy, helping athletes reach their
performance goals.
As a Physical Therapist, Chandler focuses on treating musculoskeletal and orthopedic
conditions, helping patients recover, improve function, and reach their goals. Whether
it’s getting back to daily activities or performing at a higher level, Chandler is dedicated to supporting his patients every step of the way.
Outside of work, Chandler enjoys spending time with his family and friends, playing
sports, hiking, and taking in all the beauty that Colorado has to offer.
Jeremy Finkenstadt - Client Care Specialist
As a fitness enthusiast and Colorado native, he’s always been driven to help others live their best lives. Born and raised in Colorado Springs, he pursued a degree in Biochemistry in Fort Collins before a pivotal ankle injury in 2015 led him to redirect his passion towards personal training. He opened his own business in 2020, combining his love of fitness and nutrition to empower others to move better and feel their best.
Outside of the gym, Jeremy enjoys spending quality time with his wife and their three dogs, indulging in hobbies like gardening, or catching up on their favorite TV shows and movies. Golfing with friends and family is a summer highlight, and he makes sure to prioritize his own strength training and client sessions 4-6 days a week.
Eleny Perez - Client Care Specialist
Bio coming soon!
Interested In Joining The Team?
Please email AJ at aj@upandrunningpt.com with a resume and cover letter. Or check out our open career opportunities here.