Train. Recover. Perform. Repeat.

Regain strength, prevent re-injury, and return to peak performance with a plan meant JUST for you.

GET BACK IN THE GAME

Ánimo Supports Athletes & Teams

Ánimo is a movement and health coaching service that bridges the gap between “cleared to play” and actually feeling strong, confident, and ready to perform.

We focus on:

  • Reducing preventable aches, pains, and overuse issues

  • Making recovery and self-care part of the team culture

  • Supporting the whole athlete — body, mind, and daily life

Whether it’s a youth team, high school program, adult league, or “industrial athletes” at work, Ánimo helps people stay in the game longer and with less breakdown.

Who We Support

Youth & high school teams (all sports)

  1. Club / travel teams that need continuity between seasons

  2. Adult rec & competitive leagues (soccer, basketball, running clubs, etc.)

  3. “Industrial athletes” – workers in physically demanding jobs who need their bodies to last

1. Movement Screens & “Prehab” Plans

Short, practical screens to catch problem areas before they turn into time-lost injuries.

  • Quick movement checks for hips, knees, spine, and shoulders

  • Simple corrective drills athletes can do before or after practice

  • Clear red-flag guidance for when to refer out to medical providers

Goal: Fewer “mystery” pains, more athletes available to train and compete.

3. Recovery, Load Management & In-Season Care

Performance is not just about training harder; it’s about recovering smarter.

  • Simple recovery routines after games and heavy practices

  • “Micro-recovery” ideas for busy student-athletes or workers (5–10 min options)

  • Education on sleep, soreness, and when to push vs. when to pull back

Goal: More consistent performance across the whole season, not just the first few weeks.

2. Return-to-Play Support After Injury

Many athletes get “cleared,” but don’t feel ready. Ánimo supports the gray zone between rehab and full performance.

  • Collaborative plans alongside ATs, PTs, and doctors (not replacing them)

  • Gradual return-to-load guidance: how much, how often, how to progress

  • Confidence-building check-ins so athletes trust their bodies again

Goal: Smoother, safer return to play with less fear and re-injury risk.

4. Strength, Mobility & Movement Education

We teach athletes how to move well so every coach’s system works better.

  • Fundamental movement coaching: hinge, squat, push, pull, rotate

  • Sport-relevant mobility (hips, ankles, thoracic spine, shoulders)

  • Technique cues athletes can remember and actually use on their own

Goal: Stronger, more resilient athletes who understand why their movement matters.

Working With Ánimo

You can mix and match pieces depending on your needs and schedule:

  • Season-long support

    • Pre-season screens, mid-season check-ins, and end-of-season debrief

    • Ongoing access for short consults on aches, training tweaks, and recovery

  • Mini-clinics or workshops

    • 60–90 min sessions on:

      • “Prevent the Next Injury”

      • “Recovery for Real Life (Not Just Pros)”

      • “Competing Without Burning Out”

  • 1:1 and small-group coaching

    • For athletes needing extra support (chronic pain, long recovery, or high stress)

    • Virtual or on-site options, depending on the situation

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Ánimo provides movement and health coaching that sits between “cleared to play” and high performance.
    We help:

    • Prevent avoidable aches and overuse issues

    • Support smoother return-to-play after injury

    • Teach simple recovery, mobility, and stress tools that fit into real life

    We don’t replace your coaches or medical staff — we make their work more effective.

  • Neither.

    Ánimo is movement and health coaching built by a sports-medicine/athletic-training professional.

    • We do not diagnose injuries or replace your doctor/PT/ATC.

    • We do:

      • Screen movement

      • Give safe exercise progressions

      • Coordinate with your existing medical providers and coaches

    Think of us as the bridge between rehab, practice, and everyday life.

  • We can be flexible:

    • In-person: for local teams (movement screens, clinics, on-site sessions).

    • Virtual: video consults, education sessions, and ongoing support.

    • Hybrid: mix of both — especially helpful for teams with busy or rotating schedules.

  • Yes — this is one of our key lanes.

    We help with:

    • Gradual return-to-load (how often, how hard, how to progress)

    • Regaining confidence and trust in the injured area

    • Communication between athlete, coach, and provider about realistic limits

    Our goal: reduce the “yo-yo” cycle of returning too fast, flaring up, and sitting out again.

  • Both.

    Options:

    • Teams / groups: movement screens, warm-up design, recovery education, workshops.

    • 1:1 coaching: for athletes with chronic pain, recurring injury, or high stress who need more attention.

    We can combine both — for example, a team package plus a few 1:1 spots for higher-need athletes.

  • Very little. We design for real-world schedules:

    • 5–10 minute warm-up/prehab blocks

    • Short 10–20 minute workshops

    • Optional 1:1 or small-group work outside of full practice time

    The aim is to protect practice time while improving the quality of what you already do.

  • Usually with a simple 3-step process:

    1. Brief call with coach/owner – clarify sport, schedule, main concerns.

    2. Team or small-group screens – quick movement checks and risk flags.

    3. Plan setup – decide on:

      • Prehab warm-up routines

      • Recovery guidelines

      • Check-in schedule (in-person or virtual)

    From there, we adjust based on what the team actually needs and uses.