Apex Performance Wellness & Rehab

05/29/2026

Parents of youth athletes: what your kid does this summer matters more than you might think.

When school is out and sport practices ease up, the body finally has the recovery capacity to actually adapt to training. Strength gains, speed development, movement quality. All of it builds faster in a recovery-rich environment.

The athletes who use summer well walk into fall season ahead. The ones who repeat their same sport for three more months walk in tired and underdeveloped.

Full breakdown of why summer is the highest leverage training window, what the research says, and how we approach it:

Helping athletes and active adults since 2014 chart their comeback story & transform their tomorrow. Book your free consult today!

05/28/2026

If you live anywhere in the Portland metro and you are not supplementing vitamin D, there is a high probability you are deficient or insufficient for at least half the year.

This is not a marketing claim. It is what the geography produces.

Portland sits at 45.5 degrees north latitude. The sun's UV angle does not allow your skin to make vitamin D from mid-October through mid-March. That is roughly six months of the year with no UV pathway available, regardless of how sunny the day looks.

The fix is straightforward. Get tested. Talk to your provider about supplementation. Then access pharmaceutical-grade Thorne Vitamin D3 at 25% off for life through APEX PWR.

Full article: https://apexpwr.com/thorne-vitamin-d-discount-portland-oregon/

05/27/2026

If your knees hurt when you squat, run, or go down stairs, this one is for you.

Anterior knee pain is something we see constantly at APEX PWR. And the advice most people get is to rest and avoid the movement that hurts. The problem is that approach usually makes things worse over time, not better.

Our team put together a short video showing how single-leg slant board wall squats build the quad strength and knee-over-toe tolerance that actually resolves anterior knee pain, whether you're dealing with patellar tendinopathy, runner's knee, or just chronic stiffness that won't go away.

Three sets. Slow and controlled. Load it over time.

APEX PWR offers physical therapy and performance training in Tigard, serving Beaverton, Portland, and the surrounding metro. Reach out anytime to set up an evaluation.

Watch: https://youtube.com/shorts/0rfHm-G0RnY?feature=share

Learn more: apexpwr.com

Anterior knee pain doesn't always mean rest. Sometimes it means loading smarter.Single-leg slant board wall squats are one of the most effective tools we use...

05/27/2026

The strength of your legs today is one of the most accurate predictors of your brain health two decades from now.

That is not a marketing line. It is the finding from a landmark King's College London study of 324 female twins followed for over a decade. The twin with stronger legs at baseline aged better cognitively, with measurably less brain atrophy on MRI 12 years later.

Identical genetics. Different leg strength. Different brains.

For women in midlife thinking about long-term health, this is one of the most important pieces of research published in the last decade. Full breakdown of the science and what to do about it:
https://apexpwr.com/strength-training-tigard-oregon-leg-strength-brain/

05/26/2026

Summer is when real athletes are built. 🏆

No season. No school pressure. No distractions.

The biggest window of the year to get stronger, faster, and more explosive before fall tryouts & season.

Most athletes spend it at camps and clinics, sharpening skills they already have, continuously playing their sport.

The ones who show up different in September? They spent the summer doing performance training, elevating their athletic capacity while decreasing their injury risk.

We start with a Sports Science Assessment - 2 individualized sessions to gather data & see how your athlete moves.

Session 1 features VALD force plates and speed gates, the same tech trusted by NFL, NBA, MLB teams and more. Session 2 features foundational strength training & movement to understand your athlete's starting point.

Your athlete gets a real baseline. Real numbers. A real plan.

Register your athlete at the link in the comments section

05/25/2026

Today we remember. Today we honor. 🇺🇸

This Memorial Day, we pause to recognize and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. Their courage, service, and legacy will never be forgotten.

From all of us at APEX PWR, thank you to those who served and to the families who continue to carry their memory forward.

05/22/2026

Want REAL testing? Come see our suite of VALD testing equipment. 👇

The Squat Jump measures:
1️⃣ Concentric Force (the upward portion)
2️⃣ Landing Force (return to the ground)
3️⃣ Asymmetries (is one leg more involved?)
This isn't just cool tech. It tells us exactly where your athlete's body is working harder on one side, which is often the first sign of injury risk.

APEX PWR uses VALD force plates with athletes at every level, from youth sports to the pros. Located in Tigard, serving Beaverton, Portland, and the surrounding area.

Watch: https://youtube.com/shorts/Cq6IHzsf73c?feature=share
Ready to get tested? Reach out or visit apexpwr.com to book.

Want REAL testing? Come see our suite of VALD testing equipment right here in Tigard, Oregon.The Squat Jump tells us a lot more than just "how high you jumpe...

05/20/2026

05/16/2026

WE’RE HIRING: JOIN THE APEX PWR TEAM ⚡
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We are looking for passionate individuals to join our growing team in Oregon. If you are dedicated to high-level performance and helping clients bridge the gap between rehab and results, we want to hear from you!

Positions Available:

1️⃣ Doctor of Physical Therapy
Help athletes and active individuals return to what they love. We prioritize 1-on-1 care and a collaborative environment.

📧 To apply: Email [email protected]

2️⃣ Strength & Performance Coach
Lead our small group training and sports performance programs. Looking for coaches with strong barbell experience and high energy.

📧 To apply: Email [email protected]

Know someone who would be a great fit? Tag them in the comments! 👇

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05/12/2026

Parents and coaches of young athletes, this one is for you.
ACL tears and hip injuries in youth sports are often traced back to something simple: athletes who can't control how their ribs and hips move together. That faulty positioning puts stress on joints that aren't built to absorb it.

Dr. Jordan Prunty, DPT, our sports physical therapist at APEX PWR, put together a quick video showing exercises that develop posterior chain strength, power, and coordination, the building blocks for keeping young athletes healthy and on the field.
The earlier you start, the better the payoff.

APEX PWR offers sports physical therapy and performance training in Tigard, serving Beaverton, Portland, and the surrounding metro. Reach out anytime to set up a youth athlete evaluation.

Watch: https://youtube.com/shorts/9u1xojFDsKE?feature=share

Learn more: apexpwr.com

APEX PWR offers sports physical therapy and performance training in the Portland, OR metro, with a focus on keeping young athletes healthy and on the field.P...