Building strength & preventing injuries.

How incorporating flexibility and mobility stretches into daily training routines can greatly improve athletic performance and elevate your game.

Prevent Injuries

Increase Flexibility

Strengthening Weak Areas

Improve Efficiency

Prevent Injuries Increase Flexibility Strengthening Weak Areas Improve Efficiency

Meet Zach

Zach is a licensed physical therapist based in the Des Moines Metro area. He earned his Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science from the University of Northern Iowa, followed by his Doctorate of Physical Therapy from Des Moines University. As a certified Functional Golf Specialist through the Gray Institute, Zach brings specialized expertise to his practice. With over five years of experience, he has treated a wide range of sports-related injuries and conducted golf-specific performance evaluations, helping athletes improve their mobility, prevent injury, and optimize performance.

The Importance of Performance Physical Therapy for Athletes

Athletes consistently push their bodies to perform at peak levels, whether competing in high-intensity sports like football or precision and power sports like golf. This level of physical exertion can result in overuse injuries, muscle imbalances, and strains if not properly managed.

For example, a golfer may need targeted therapy to improve rotational mobility, address imbalances between the dominant and non-dominant sides, or strengthen key muscle groups used during the swing. By conducting a detailed assessment of each golfer's movement patterns, strengths, and limitations, Zach creates customized treatment plans designed to enhance performance, increase range of motion, and reduce the risk of injury—helping you stay on the course and play your best game.

Areas of Expertise

    • Swing analysis and mobility training for golfers

    • Corrective exercises to improve rotation, stability, and power

    • Strategies to prevent common golf-related injuries

    • Personalized stretching routines for improved range of motion and joint health

    • Dynamic flexibility techniques combined with stability work to improve control, balance, and performance

    • A combination of core, cardio, and plyometrics

    • Sport-specific training programs tailored to optimize strength, endurance, and agility

    • Techniques to improve balance, coordination, and reaction time

    • Strength and mobility exercises to reduce injury risk and improve performance

    • Soft tissue mobilization, myofascial release, and joint mobilization to improve flexibility and range of motion

    • Assisted stretching and hands-on techniques to enhance movement quality

    • Cupping, dry needling, or instrument-assisted techniques for recovery and pain relief

    • Individualized rehab plans for athletes recovering from injuries or surgeries

    • Gradual reintegration into training and competition with a focus on safe movement patterns

    • Education on injury prevention and long-term joint health