Work around it, not through it
Exercises are picked and scaled so you can train without making things worse.
Atlas Strength / Training around injuries
Training around injuries · Carle Place, NY
Get strong without the pain
Back, knees or shoulders holding you back? Coached strength training that works around your limits instead of through them, so you can get strong again.
Movement firstFix how you move, then load it
Every rep coached1-on-1 with Patrick
BS KinesiologySUNY Cortland · NSCA-CPT
5.0 ★28 Google reviews
Sound familiar?
This is for you if…
I'm not a physical therapist and I don't diagnose injuries. I help people build strength safely around them, and I'll work alongside your doctor or PT when needed.
- Your back acts upLearn to brace, hinge and lift in a way your back can handle.
- Your knees acheBuild the strength around them with exercises chosen for you.
- Your shoulder is crankyModify, don't avoid. Find the versions of movements that feel good.
- You finished physical therapyKeep building strength so you don't end up back where you started.
- You've been told to stop liftingOften the answer is lifting differently, not quitting.
- You're afraid of getting hurt againGo at a pace that builds confidence, not risk.
Why Atlas
Why Atlas fits
training around pain and injuries
Patrick isn't a physical therapist. He's the next step after one, or the coach who trains around what bothers you.
We follow your doctor
Any restrictions from your doctor, surgeon or physical therapist are part of the plan.
Get back to what you love
The goal is to get you strong enough to do the things pain has kept you from.
Your first month
- First visit
We go over your history, any restrictions and what bothers you, then look at how you move.
- Weeks 1–4
Pain-free movements, light weight and slow progress. We find what feels good and build from there.
- Month 2 and beyond
Stronger and more confident moving, with less worry about the old injury.
Inside the gym
Train smart,
not through pain
Exercises chosen for your body, so you build strength without making things worse.
How it works
How it
works
No contracts, no sales pitch, no pressure. Month to month.
Reach out
Fill out the short form below, or call or text (516) 524-3420.
First session
We go over your history and what hurts, then look at how you move.
Fix and build
Clean up movement patterns and choose exercises that work for your body.
Get stronger
Load goes up as your body is ready, so you keep progressing.
Included with your training
Your coach,
in your pocket
Every client can use the Atlas Strength app, built by Patrick. Your program, your progress and a direct line to your coach, all in one place.
- Your full programEvery session, exercise, set and rep, plus work for your off days.
- Know how hard to pushEvery lift is tagged with an intensity, so you never have to guess.
- Track your progressWorkout log, personal records and progress charts.
- Train around painFlag an ache and get safer exercise swaps.
Your coach
Patrick Rice
A lot of my clients come to me with old injuries, achy joints or after finishing physical therapy. My focus is fixing how people move.
Getting movement right first is what lets you get stronger without making things worse. If something needs a doctor's input, I'll tell you.
Client results
In their words
Real reviews from clients who trained around pain.
“I came in dealing with some right shoulder issues, and instead of just having me push through pain or avoid certain movements altogether, he took the time to show me different techniques and modifications… That level of personalized attention and knowledge is hard to find at most gyms.”
“I was a middle age woman that had to lose weight and needed to get in shape… I lost over 40lbs got in great physical strength and shape… I am now 61yrs old and love going to this gym 3x a week.”
“After having two kids in the last 4 years, I didn't think I would ever get back into heavy lifting… I have not only gotten my strength back after my kids, but it's better than ever, and my body feels good while I do it.”
Questions
FAQ
Anything else? Call or text (516) 524-3420.
How much does training cost?
It depends on how often you train and which option you choose. Semi-private training with a friend, the Hybrid Training Program and online coaching all cost less than 1-on-1. I'll go over exact pricing at your meeting, with no pressure and no contracts.
Will other people be in the gym during my session?
Daytime 1-on-1 sessions are private: just you and your coach. Evenings (7 to 9 pm) can have Hybrid Training and open gym members training too.
Are you a physical therapist?
No. I'm a strength coach with a BS in Kinesiology. I don't diagnose or treat injuries. I help people build strength safely around them, and I'm happy to work with your doctor or PT.
Should I see a doctor first?
If you have a new injury, sharp pain or haven't been cleared, yes. Once you're cleared to exercise, we can build from there.
Can I train with back pain?
Often, yes. Many people with back pain do well with strength training that teaches bracing and good hinging. We start where you're comfortable and progress carefully.
I just finished physical therapy. What now?
This is a great time to start. We keep building the strength you started in PT so it lasts.
What if an exercise hurts?
We change it. There's almost always a version of a movement that works for you, and we don't push through pain.
Is it 1-on-1?
Yes. Training around injuries is done 1-on-1 so every rep gets attention.
Get started
Book your
first session
Tell me a little about you and I'll get back to you within one business day to set it up.
I coach every session myself, so there are only so many training spots each week.
- Location
- 558 Westbury Ave.
Carle Place, NY 11514
1 block from the Carle Place LIRR station
Get directions → - Hours
- By appointment. Your sessions are scheduled around your week.
- Prefer to talk? Call or text
- (516) 524-3420
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