At Physique Therapy in Tampa, FL, we specialize in Strength Training Physical Therapy that bridges the gap between rehabilitation and performance. Whether you’re recovering from an injury, managing chronic pain, or simply aiming to rebuild your strength safely, our customized programs are designed to help you move better, feel stronger, and live pain-free.
Unlike traditional physical therapy that often focuses solely on mobility or pain relief, strength training physical therapy goes a step further. We use evidence-based physical therapy-guided strength training to rebuild muscular endurance, restore joint stability, and reintroduce functional movement patterns. This approach not only aids recovery but also enhances performance and reduces the likelihood of re-injury.
Our team of licensed physical therapists integrates strength training and physical therapy techniques with personalized care, ensuring each movement is safe, effective, and tailored to your current capabilities.
At Physique Therapy, we believe that functional strength programs are essential for a complete recovery. Our process starts with a comprehensive evaluation to identify movement limitations, muscle imbalances, and biomechanical inefficiencies. From there, we build a structured, progressive training plan that focuses on:
Whether you’re a competitive athlete or someone who just wants to regain daily function, our individualized programs can help.
One of the key benefits of our services is muscle building for rehab. After an injury or surgery, muscles often atrophy or weaken. Regaining lost muscle through targeted strength work is vital for supporting joints, preventing reinjury, and restoring full function.
Our rehab protocols go beyond band exercises and light weights. Under the supervision of a trained physical therapist, you’ll work through a carefully programmed strength routine that aligns with your stage of healing. As you progress, we increase load and complexity while maintaining proper mechanics—always ensuring that you’re building strength safely and effectively.
Physique Therapy is not a one-size-fits-all clinic. We focus on helping you build a resilient body that moves and performs the way it should—without pain or restriction. Here’s what sets our strength training physiotherapy apart:
Our functional strength programs are ideal for people of all ages and activity levels. Whether you’re recovering from an ACL tear, managing chronic low back pain, or looking to improve your physical capacity, strength training can benefit you.
Some common conditions we treat include:
We also work with weekend warriors and athletes to improve performance and injury prevention through customized strength training plans.
MICHAEL JOHNSON
TAMPA REAL ESTATE AGENT
BACK PAIN, BULGING DISC FOR OVER 10 YEARS
It’s crazy to me that I won’t even need my next cortisone shot for my back. I’ve had pain for so long. Kristy gave me a targeted combination of physical therapy, personal training, massage and dry needling that addressed my back pain and imbalances – I didn’t even know I had. I’ve had back pain for so long and because of Physique – I finally feel better. The best physical therapy in Tampa for true life-changing pain relief.
At most physical therapy clinics, no physical therapy is not like personal training. That’s why Physique is unique! We integrate personal training in all of our physical therapy programs. We believe that’s the way Physical Therapy should be! At Physique your program is designed to treat your condition and improve your fitness – your program may include free weights, barbell movements, resistance bands, weight machines, medicine balls, and suspension equipment. We design programs for you to have a better everyday life in all aspects of health and fitness.
People are often cautious about starting with a personal trainer. Cost of sessions & feeling intimidated by working with a pro are common concerns. Hiring a trainer may seem like a luxury – but if you truly want to get results – it’s a great investment. The improvement in your health & fitness has returns in quality of life, confidence and decreased health care costs. Our team works to make every client welcome – of all fitness levels, ages and experience – we all start somewhere!
When should you get a personal trainer?
Here are 10 reasons why you may want to start with one of our Physical Therapist / Personal Trainers:
You Have a Specific Illness, Injury, or Condition
If you find yourself avoiding certain exercises because of pain or skipping the gym because your ‘bad’ knee or ‘bad’ hip hurts – then we’re the right trainers for you. We specialize in helping people with complex injuries recover and grow stronger.
You Aren’t Seeing Results
Getting help from an expert will dramitacally change the speed and effectiveness of your results. Whether you want to gain muscle mass or improve your confidence. We will show you results faster and help you understand your results – beyond the scale!
You’re Bored With Your Workouts
Getting used to the same treadmill and dumbbell routine? We love creating programs with movements our clients have never done before. It’s fun for you and for us. We’ll get you out of the same old routine and into one that has you try new things.
You Want to Be Challenged
Each person prefers a different level of difficulty in exercising. We love creating programs to push you out of your comfort zone and giving you new experiences. Try one of our custom programs to re-learn the thrill of physical growth and break a serious sweat.
You Don’t Know Where to Start
Everyone starts somewhere! Starting an exercise, strength or weight loss program can be intimidating, so we make sure you’re comfortable with every program, technique and method.
You Want To Train For An Event (such as a local 5K, Iron Man or Physique Competition)
Interested in running in a local race? We are too! We often run local 5Ks and we’d love to train you to join us for a local event! Or if you’re looking beyond local get in touch with our advanced athletic trainers so we can develop a plan specifically for your competitive event.
You Need Motivation & Someone To Help Keep You On Track
Everyone hits walls on motivation and staying on track. If you find yourself yo-yo-dieting or losing the motivation to go to the gym for serveral months, a trainer would be great for you. We’ll help you see results, stay motivated and help nudge you when you aren’t feeling it.
You Want to Learn How to Exercise on Your Own
Trainers don’t have to be a lifelong commitment. Maybe you want to learn the fundamentals of exercise, health and nutrition and then take that knowledge back to your gym. We’ll give you the tools to build a better program specifically for you.
You Want To Train For a Specific Sport
We are experts in movements at Physique, but we are also current and former athletes. We are passionate about building your body for peak performance. If you’re interested in training for an upcoming sports season, get in touch with our team.
You’re Embarking On a Long Outdoor Event
If you’re getting ready to hike, for example, the Pacific Coast Trail, preparation is key. As outdoor lovers ourselves, we’ll help you get set up with all the physical fitness needs for an endurance event like this.
In Tampa, personal trianing sessions are typically anywhere from $70-$150/session for a standard personal trainer working freelance. Gym trainers often cost upwards of $80-$220/session because of the facilities and the gym’s cut.
People are often cautious about investing in a personal trainer trainer. Hiring a trainer might seem like a luxury, but – if you truly want to get results – a trainer is a great investment. The improvement in your health and fitness levels also has return in quality of life, confidence and decreased health care costs.
Other benefits include:
Our personal trainers are also physical therapists and can help with more than the typical trainer.
A key part of our program is teaching you how to improve inside and outside the clinic. You will access your custom treatment plan online. It includes exercises with visual aids, so you can work on them anywhere. We will teach you how the proper technique for these movements while your at your 1-on-1 appointment with a team member.
All Physique team members are highly-trained physical therapists/ personal trainers. A physical therapist is a licensed professional who has completed an accredited program (a professional entry-level degree or clinical doctoral degree). A trainer is a certified individual competent to create safe & effective exercise programs.
