I work with CrossFit athletes, Olympic Weightlifters, Powerlifters, and people who train at commercial gyms who want to stay strong and capable long-term.

Most of the people I work with don't just want to "get out of pain."

They want to:

• continue training

• stay active

• return to competition

• lift without fear

• improve performance

• trust their body again

Whether your goal is getting back to heavy squats, training for your next competition, staying active with your kids, or simply feeling strong again, the process should support your goals - not pull you away from them.

Common Issues I help with:

• Shoulder pain

• Knee pain

• Low back pain

• Hip pain

• Elbow pain

• Pain with squatting, pulling, pressing, or overhead lifting

• Training modifications during injury recovery

• Returning to lifting after setbacks

Many active people are told:

• "Stop lifting."
  "Just rest."

• "Avoid that movement forever."

• "Your body is fragile."

I don't believe that approach serves most lifters.

Pain can absolutely be frustrating and limiting, but in many cases, the answer isn't complete avoidance of movement or indefinite rest.

Instead, I focus on:

• Intelligent training modification

• Progressive loading

• Movement optimism

• Symptom-guided progression

• Rebuilding confidence under load

• Improving long-term resilience

The goal is not simply to reduce pain temporarily.

The goal is to help you continue building a strong, capable body for the long haul.

Step 1 - Free Consultation

We'll discuss:

• Your symptoms

• Training history

• Goals

• Frustrations

• Previous rehab experiences

From there, we'll determine whether we're a good fit to work together.

Step 2 - Initial Evaluation

This is a 90 minute deep dive into:

• Movement assessment

• Symptom behavior

• Strength and mobility limitations

• Training demands

• Recovery factors

• Lifestyle considerations

Together, we'll create a clear plan moving forward.

Step 3 - Pain to Power Plan

Your plan of care will include:

• In-person sessions

• Custom rehab programming

• Weekly programming updates

• Exercise video library

• Messaging Support

• Training modifications

• Coordination with coaches or healthcare providers when needed

The goal is to integrate rehab into your actual training and life, not separate it from them.

This model is built for people who are serious about staying active.

Instead of short appointments focused primarily on passive treatment, I emphasize:

• Education

• Coaching

• Progressive strength work

• Individualized rehab programming

• Long-term self-sufficiency

I want you to leave the process:

• Stronger

• More confident

• More resilient

• and better equipped to manage future setbacks independently

Becasuse ultimately, the goal isn't dependence on treatment.

It's building confidence in your body again.

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About Me

I'm Chad Blomquist, PT, DPT, OCS, a Doctor of Physical Therapy, Olympic Weightlifting coach, and lifelong lifter based in Richmond, Virginia.

As both a clinician and active lifter, I understand how frustrating it can feel to be told to stop training every time pain shows up.

My goal is to help lifters navigate pain without losing sight of the activities and performance goals that matter most to them.

I combine:

• Physical Therapy

• Strength and conditioning principles

• Individualized rehab programming

• and ongoing coaching where appropriate

• to help lifters continue progressing while building long-term resilience and confidence.

Whether you're a competitive lifter or simply someone who values staying strong and active, the goal is the same:

To help you keep doing the things that make your life meaningful.

If you're tired of:

• Constantly modifying around pain

• Feeling uncertain in training

• Stopping and restarting progress

• or being told to simply avoid the things you love

I'd be happy to help!