I have been doing Parkinson's work with UpRight Athlete for a few years now, and it has been great.
I particularly like the variety of workout routines used in a class. For example, classes are dynamic and adjusted for who is there for that class. Other examples might include focusing on strength and balance, followed by stretching and a cooldown.
The gym is also convenient, located between Durham and Chapel Hill.
Good luck with finding what you need.
July 2024
I have used Upright Athlete both for physical therapy and for strengths training. I seriously broke my right ankle (pilon fracture) in April 2023, had surgery, was non-weight bearing in a wheelchair for three months. And I started physical therapy with Gabe Dimock in July 2023. He has been amazing -- thoughtful, supportive, kind, encouraging, and flexible and always took time to answer questions. Ten months later (!!) after physical therapy for twice a week, I finally graduated over to the other side of the gym and have been doing strengths training with Gabe since May 2024. Am very grateful to be back to walking, hiking and building back my strength and stamina and... read full review
July 2024
I can’t say enough good things about our experience at upright athlete and working with the team. Several family members have leveraged their expertise over the past few years and it has always been phenomenal. The treatment plans are very specific to our personal goals and have quickly addressed pain, limitations and added humor to the recovery process.
I have been doing Parkinson's work with UpRight Athlete for a few years now, and it has been great. I particularly like the variety of workout routines used in a class. For example, classes are dynamic and adjusted for who is there for that class. Other examples might include focusing on strength and balance, followed by stretching and a cooldown. The gym is also convenient, located between Durham and Chapel Hill. Good luck with finding what you need.
I have used Upright Athlete both for physical therapy and for strengths training. I seriously broke my right ankle (pilon fracture) in April 2023, had surgery, was non-weight bearing in a wheelchair for three months. And I started physical therapy with Gabe Dimock in July 2023. He has been amazing -- thoughtful, supportive, kind, encouraging, and flexible and always took time to answer questions. Ten months later (!!) after physical therapy for twice a week, I finally graduated over to the other side of the gym and have been doing strengths training with Gabe since May 2024. Am very grateful to be back to walking, hiking and building back my strength and stamina and... read full review
I can’t say enough good things about our experience at upright athlete and working with the team. Several family members have leveraged their expertise over the past few years and it has always been phenomenal. The treatment plans are very specific to our personal goals and have quickly addressed pain, limitations and added humor to the recovery process.