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# Our 3 Step Process
## At Up and Running Physical Therapy We’ve Created A 3 Step Process To Get Rid Of Your Pain And Make Sure It Stays Away.
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#### Step 1:
### We Find The Real Cause Of Your Pain
Our medical system is frustrating. You wait weeks, sometimes months, for an appointment, only to get to talk to a healthcare provider for less than 10 minutes. You may leave with an idea of what’s wrong, but you have no idea WHY it happened in the first place.
If you don’t know WHY your problems started in the first place, how can you prevent them from coming back?
**This is why our first step, before we do anything, is find the real cause of your pain.**
After working with lots of people with pain and stiffness, we know that no two people are alike. Each person has a different body, a different history, and different types of pain. That is why we start with an open conversation and time for you to tell your story.
Once we get a deeper understanding of what’s going on, we can **find the real cause of your pain** and how it’s impacting your life.
Our goal at Up and Running PT is to find that original cause of your pain, so not only does your pain go away, it **STAYS AWAY**!
#### STEP 2:
### Fix Your Problem Areas
Once we’ve talked about your problem and found the cause of your problem, we’ll create the best treatment plan to eradicate it. This treatment plan will be tailored specifically to you and your goals, and will get you back running, exercising, or training even during your recovery period.
As a result, **you will get stronger, become pain-free, and get back on track to reach your goals** more effectively and efficiently.
We understand that you still might be skeptical or unsure if physical therapy is right for you. If that’s you, the best next step is to reach out and schedule a time to have a **FREE conversation with us**.
We’d be happy to talk with you, learn more about your problem, and see if you might be a good fit.
#### STEP 3:
### Reach Peak Performance
Once we get you back to exercising pain free, we’ll implement strategies to get you performing at an even higher level than you were prior to your injury. We’ll also implement strategies to “bulletproof” your body to decrease the likelihood of future injuries occurring.
**That way you stay at peak performance now and in the future.**
Does this sound like the type of help you need as a runner or athlete?
Reach out below and find out our availability & cost so we can start your journey of getting back to yourself.
Here’s Some Stories From People We’ve Helped In The Past…
#### Dave Seabeck
*★**★**★**★**★* 5/5
“I worked with Joey and was really pleased with the experience. Up and Running has a strong reputation in the local running community, and deservedly so. I got personalized exercises with modifications to work on my weak zones. Over a series of appointments I saw growth in my strength and corresponding updates to my assignments based on my available equipment and time. I liked that I could ask all the questions I wanted, get the reasons why the exercises would help, and where to focus my attention when learning new techniques. By my last appointment I had a library of options to continue on my own. Up and Running and Joey certainly left me in a better place and I would recommend them to anyone either coming in with a specific issue or simply looking for areas to improve.”
#### Joel Smith
“My wife has been seeing Jen for years and is a professional dancer. Jen is incredibly knowledgeable and a master of her craft as a PT. When Jen started working at up and running, I was looking for someone to help take my triathlon andI ultra endurance game up a notch. Jen recommended Joey to me. My experience working with Joey has been nothing but exceptional. This group of PT and staff are super knowledgeable, personable, cool, and make you feel welcome. I totally trust my PT Joey to help keep me safe, injury free, and find imbalances that limit my performance both in sport and daily life! As nurse practitioner and strong believer in physical therapy, I have and will continue to recommend family, friends, and patients to them for everything mentioned above!”
## Want To Get Relief Faster?
##### LOCATION
* [2700 S College Ave, Suite 140,
   Fort Collins, CO 80525
* (970) 500-3427
* info@upandrunningpt.com
* MON - FRI - 7AM to 7PM
  \*By Appointment Only
##### Medical disclaimer
All information on this website is intended for instruction and informational purposes only. The authors are not responsible for any harm or injury that may result. Significant injury risk is possible if you do not follow due diligence and seek suitable professional advice about your injury. No guarantees of specific results are expressly made or implied on this website.
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# Meet The Team
### Dr. AJ Cohen, PT, DPT
AJ Cohen founded Up and Running Physical Therapy to pursue his passion of helping people see what they’re truly capable of; whether coming back from an injury that they thought they’d have forever, or running a personal best marathon. Originally from Manorville, New York, AJ graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Exercise Science and a Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Sacred Heart University.
AJ trained in a variety of clinical settings including Orthopedic Outpatient, Acute Oncology, and Skilled Nursing and passed his Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist exam. AJ is also certified in Functional Dry Needling II.
As an ultra-marathoner and rock climber, he has an affinity for working with athletes and active-adults, helping them in their various sports. AJ’s doctoral studies emphasized the importance of manual therapy, in conjunction with specific exercise, to maximize the benefits of therapeutic techniques to improve function, pain, and performance.
### Some of AJ's Running Accomplishments​
* Run the Ranch 12hr - 1st OA and CR
* Run Rabbit Run 100 - Under 30hrs
* Never Summer 100k - 4-finishes
* Never Summer 60k - 10th overall
* Silverton Alpine 50k - 3rd overall
* Hogs Hunt 50k - 7th overall
* Various Trail and Road Races from 50M to 5k​
### Dr. Joey Przybyla, PT, DPT
Joey is a licensed physical therapist who earned his Doctorate of Physical Therapy at Texas State University. Originally from Michigan, he moved to Texas in 2011 where he spent his time learning and growing as a physical therapist.
He moved to Colorado in May 2022 and will call Fort Collins home. Joey has 8 years of experience in orthopedic, post operative and sports related rehabilitation. He brings additional perspective as an avid runner and was even able to reach the status of a competitive local-elite athlete. With the love of distance running and a personal record half marathon time of 70 minutes, Joey lives to help others reach their physical goals.
Specifically, he utilizes manual therapy, Functional Dry Needling and emphasizes the use of exercise to allow patients to get back to the activities they are passionate about! Outside of the clinic, you can catch Joey exploring all the nearby trails with his wife Kelsie and two sons, Luka and Lane.
### Some of Joey's Running Accomplishments
* Blue Sky Half-Marathon - 3rd OA
* Half-Marathon PR: 1:10
* Never Summer 60k finisher
* This list will be updated soon!​
### Conner Weeth, PT, DPT
Conner earned his Bachelor of Science Degree in Biomedical Sciences from Colorado State University, followed by his Doctorate of Physical Therapy from Regis University in Denver.
As a powerlifter, Conner has a passion for helping barbell athletes and has had the opportunity to work with national-level powerlifters and Olympic weightlifters. With his passion for lifting, Conner helps others continue their training while rehabbing injuries with an exercise-based approach.
Conner has been the head powerlifting coach at Denver Barbell Club since 2022, and will remain a remote coach going forward. Outside of work, he enjoys cooking new recipes and playing board games with his fiancé whenever possible.
### Some of Conner's Powerlifting Accomplishments
* 3rd in 2024 Colorado State Championship 90kg class
* Best Squat: 205kg/452lbs
* Best Bench: 157.5kg/348lbs
* Best Deadlift: 255kg/562lbs
* Best total: 617.5kg/ 1,358.5lbs
### Dr. Stephanie Boyce, PT, DPT
Originally from Erie, Pennsylvania, Steph attended Gannon University where she earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Sport and Exercise Science and went on to graduate with her Doctorate in Physical Therapy. Growing up an athlete, she fell in love with physical therapy after tearing her ACL and meniscus, undergoing surgery, and experiencing the rehab process at a very young age.
Steph has over 8 years of experience working in the outpatient orthopedic and sports rehab world throughout Pennsylvania, Texas, Oklahoma and now Colorado! During school, she became interested in pelvic health rehab and started her journey towards becoming a pelvic health physical therapist through the Institute of Clinical Excellence with their Level 1 and 2 courses. She is dry needling trained through Integrative Dry Needling and values the importance of balancing manual therapy, exercise, nutrition, and education to improve overall function and wellness.
During her free time, you can find Steph in her local CrossFit gym (she got her L1 certification in 2022), doing yoga, and enjoying just about anything outdoors with her boyfriend and their two dogs. She’ll never turn down a good book recommendation!
### Dr. Chandler Lockwood, PT, DPT
Chandler earned his Bachelor of Science degrees in Sports Medicine and Psychology
Growing up, Chandler was always involved in sports—playing basketball, football,
volleyball, and more. His passion for helping others improve their performance is what led him to become a Physical Therapist. Before going to PT school, Chandler worked as a Sports Performance Coach at Tampa Sports Academy, helping athletes reach their
performance goals.
As a Physical Therapist, Chandler focuses on treating musculoskeletal and orthopedic
conditions, helping patients recover, improve function, and reach their goals. Whether it’s getting back to daily activities or performing at a higher level, Chandler is dedicated to supporting his patients every step of the way.
Outside of work, Chandler enjoys spending time with his family and friends, playing sports, hiking, and taking in all the beauty that Colorado has to offer.
### Dr. Becca Rauch, PT, DPT, SCS
Becca earned her Doctorate of Physical Therapy degree from the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus. She has an undergraduate degree in Health and Exercise Science from Colorado State University. Becca is a native of Colorado and has been practicing as physical therapist in Northern Colorado since 2012.
As a board certified Sports Physical Therapist who has personally navigated the challenges of knee surgery and rehabilitation, Becca brings a unique, empathetic perspective to patient care. After tearing her ACL while playing soccer at CSU, and undergoing multiple surgeries since, she understands firsthand the physical and emotional journey involved in returning to sport after an injury. She has extensive experience treating athletes of all ages and orthopedic conditions, with expertise in ACL recovery and injury prevention. She utilizes various evidenced-based techniques including manual therapy, strength training, functional movement analysis, blood flow restriction training and is certified in Functional Dry Needling II.
Becca is also an avid runner and is a member of the Fort Collins Running Club racing team. Outside of the clinic, Becca enjoys running, boating, snowboarding, snowmobiling and spending time with her husband and two young daughters.
* Half-Marathon PR - 1:24
* 10k PR - 38:47
* 5K PR - 18:25 (1st OA female Firecraker 5k)
* 1 mile PR - 5:22
### Jeremy Finkenstadt - Client Care Specialist
As a fitness enthusiast and Colorado native, he’s always been driven to help others live their best lives. Born and raised in Colorado Springs, he pursued a degree in Biochemistry in Fort Collins before a pivotal ankle injury in 2015 led him to redirect his passion towards personal training. He opened his own business in 2020, combining his love of fitness and nutrition to empower others to move better and feel their best.
### Eleny Perez - Client Care Specialist
Bio coming soon!
## Interested In Joining The Team?
Please email AJ at aj@upandrunningpt.com with a resume and cover letter. 