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WHO IS PARKS PT?
Chris Parks - Your Physical Therapist, Personal Trainer, and Movement Specialist!
Dr. Parks was born in Stuart, Florida and grew up in the Orlando area. He attended the University of Central Florida receiving his Bachelor’s degree in Sports and Exercise Science. While at UCF, he worked at the University’s Recreation and Wellness Center as a personal trainer, yoga instructor, and group fitness instructor.
Chris went on to attend Advent Health University for his Doctorate of Physical Therapy. While in grad school he gained several credentials: receiving his Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist certification (CSCS), his certification in Biomechanics and Human Movement from DBC Fitness in Miami, and completing his 200 hour Yoga Teacher Training in Greece.
Dr. Parks has been certified in Dry Needling (Cert. DN) and advanced manual therapy through the American Academy of Manipulative Therapy. In the Golf Performance space, he has received his TPI Level 1 Golf certification and TPI Level 2 Medical certification focussing on golf-specific injuries and golf-specific rehabilitation.
Dr. Parks has a strong background in functional movement and biomechanics: specializing in sports performance, returning to sport after injury, and treatment of orthopedic injuries. He has worked with hundreds of clients over the years to help them transform their body, recover from injury, eliminate pain, and improve their health.
In his free time, he enjoys being active by working out, playing basketball, doing yoga, going to the beach, and working on his golf game. He also enjoys traveling, attending concerts, and trying out new coffee shops/restaurants.
EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS
Education
2019-2022
Advent Health University
2014-2019
University of Central Florida
Doctor of Physical Therapy from Advent Health University (AHU)
Bachelors of Sports and Exercise Science from University of Central Florida (UCF)
Certifications
TPI
2023
AAMT
2022
Yoga Alliance
2021
2019
NSCA
2018
DBC
2017
NASM
2017
AFAA
2023
AAMT
2017
ACE
American Academy of Manipulative Therapy - Certified in Dry Needling (Cert. DN)
Titleist Performance Institute- TPI Certified Level 1
American Academy of Manipulative Therapy - Spinal Manipulation of the Cervical, Thoracic, Lumbar & Sacroiliac Joints
Yoga Alliance - RYT- 200 Registered Yoga Teacher Training
National Strength and Conditioning Association - Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS)
DBC Fitness - Level 1 Biomechanics and Human Movement Certification
National Academy of Sports Medicine - Certified Personal Trainer
Aerobics and Fitness Association of America - Practical Yoga Instructor Certification, Practical Pilates Certification
American Council on Exercise - Group Fitness Instructor
I know what it feels like to be out of shape, unfit, and unable to do the things I wanted to do.
Freshman year of highschool I struggled with being out of shape. I wanted to play sports and be on the basketball team, but my body just couldn't perform and keep up. I feel ashamed to say that I've been there and have made mistakes of fad diets and starving myself, only to binge the next day making no progress. I knew there had to be a healthier way to change.
I started reading nutrition books, watching workout videos, and reading countless articles online... I started to change my lifestyle and I fell in love with working out, playing basketball, and seeing my progress. I was on the right track, but with sports, I sustained several injuries and setbacks along the way. This led me to do research on rehab and physical therapy treatments.
My senior year of high school, I knew I wanted to keep studying about the body and found an interest in exercise science, nutrition, sports development, and rehabilitation. I finally found what I enjoyed researching and learning.
The summer before I started college my sister was hit by a car and as a result, tore her ACL. She was thankfully okay, with ACL surgery and physical therapy she was able to make a full recovery. Through her rehab process I attended several physical therapy treatment sessions. I found it fascinating being able to help the body recover and heal. After seeing her rehab process, I set my goal to become a Physical Therapist and help people recover and get back to feeling their best.
As a Physical Therapist, Personal Trainer, registered yoga instructor, and strength and condition coach, I've dedicated my life to learning all that I can to help you recover, build your ideal body and perform at your highest level.