Terrel has been a critical part of my training and recovery since I first started working with him about two months ago. Working with Terrel has opened my eyes to just how invaluable ART and deep tissue massage can figure into an athlete’s training program. I approach every session with him excited because he has the uncanny ability to relieve any soreness or aches that I come in with. Not only that, he listens and responds to my needs – he is always striving to keep me on my feet running injury-free while considering my overall training regimen. There is no question Terrel has an incredible wealth of knowledge about massage techniques, and I have not encountered anyone else who has come close to doing Active Release Therapy as well as him. His expertise and enthusiasm are unparalleled. Athletes in any sport will benefit from working with Terrel.
–Phebe Ko, 2008 and 2012 U.S. Olympic Marathon Trials qualifier, 2nd overall female in the 2009 and 2010 Pittsburgh Marathon, 2008 and 2009 RRCA National Half-Marathon Champion
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Lee Watts and I will be giving a joint presentation at the DC Capital Striders 8K Expo May 29, 2010 at lululemon athletica – 3265 M Street NW, Washington, DC. We are scheduled for 12:30 and will talk about Massage, ART and Strength Training for Runners.
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Active Release Techniques, ART, and sports massage used in tandem are very effective for an athlete’s training program. ART is one of the most effective soft tissue treatments for athletes. Sports Massage enables quicker recovery and injury prevention. Regular massage helps the injured athlete continue to train but may not change the muscle imbalances which in most cases is better dealt with in the gym with an intelligent strength training program. Massage and ART facilitates blood flow, but can not address the underlying muscles imbalances that strength training can. Massage and ART speed up the recovery from a hard workout. My work effectively ties each craft together and helps describe their interdependence, should an athlete have weaknesses that cause injury or hinder maximal performance. In my experience, most athletes come to me with particular injuries which in most cases are a result from a muscle imbalance or weakness. A thorough bio mechanical analysis can help determine where the athlete is weak or over compensating and should be the beginning of a treatment program.
I started working with Terrel about 2 months ago and the results were noticeable after the first session. I have a confirmed “fray” in my rotator cuff. Since I’ve started working with Terrel the pain is gone and the range of motion is back. The ART that he performs on me each week has helped me practice more efficiently, continue my workouts and stretching, and play at a higher level. Along with the ART, Terrel performs some deep tissue massage that eliminates the knots I have in my back, shoulder and hip areas. My over all treatment with Terrel over the past 2 months has allowed me to swing the golf club in the way that I need to. Having Terrel on my team to accomplish my goals on and off the golf course is a huge asset. The combination of therapy that Terrel has in his arsenal will benefit anyone of any age in any sport or overall well being. I always look forward to the treatments and I get excited every time because I know I am on the way to overall well being.
Thanks Terrel for all your help!!!
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“Terrel worked as a massage therapist with the American University Men’s and Women’s Track and Cross Country team for a little more than one year. During Terrel’s time as a therapist, there was a significant decrease in muscle related injuries on both the men’s and women’s team. In part because of Terrel’s work, the American University Track experienced unprecedented success, resulting in five runners honored with All-American status. The American University Track and Cross Country highly recommends Terrel for serious athletes attempting to fulfill their potential.” -Matt Centrowitz, Head Coach, Track & Cross Country, American University, 2 time Olympian, former US 5K record holder
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“Terrel has been an invaluable component in my progressing towards peak racing fitness. He has worked to master an extremely relevant and practical combination of therapy tools from deep tissue and sports massage to Active Release Techniques™ therapy. Terrel possesses every skill that an aspiring first-time marathoner or an established professional might need to enjoy injury-free training. DC is lucky to have him!” -Michelle Sikes 2007 NCAA 5K Champion 2007 World Championship Team Qualifier (5K) NCAA Meet Record Holder (5K) PR’s: 5K: 15:09, mile: 4:36; 3K: 8:44
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“Terrel is wealth of knowledge and experience when it comes to working with an athlete to increase flexibility and strength. He also takes the very valuable approach of incorporating massage into the overall annual training plan, a unique holistic approach that varies according to race schedule and peak periods.” -Michelle Harburg 50th Woman at the 2009 Boston Marathon with 2:57 5th Overall Woman at the 2009 National Marathon Top Age grouper in Olympic and Half-Iron Triathlon World Championships Ironman Kona Qualifier 2009
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“Preparation for ultra-endurance mountain bike racing, and particularly solo 24 hour racing, requires an enormous amount of training time on the bike. Consequently, it is vital to recover quickly from hard workouts. It is also important to avoid injuries. My treatments with Terrel have drastically reduced my recovery time, both in between big workouts, as well as between big races. The treatments have also addressed and resolved several minor injuries that previously would have stayed with me all season long. Terrel’s treatments have played a major role in my transition from a top-three finisher to an all out race winner.” -Steve Schwarz, elite level ultra-endurance mountain biker; Winner, Solo Pro category, 2006 24 Hours of Big Bear, Hazelton,
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“I worked with Terrel in the year leading up to the 2008 Paralympics in Beijing. He helped keep me loose and healthy during my difficult training time, including helping me recover from back problems caused by my 40-hour-a-week desk job. In particular, Terrel helped me work through one injury that had put me out of training for a week — and his knowledgeable use of massage and Active Release Techniques, I believe, helped me get back into my training much earlier than I otherwise would have been able to. Terrel made a real effort to understand my training and recovery needs, and tailored his therapy accordingly. Through my first year of working with Terrel, I was able to hit Personal Bests in three separate events — putting together my best racing season in at least five years.” -Tyler Byers 2008 US Paralympian, Beijing (800-,1500-,5000-meter races, marathon) 2004 US Paralympian, Athens (800- , 5k-, 10k-meter races, marathon) Former (2003) 1500-meter US Wheelchair Record Holder (3:02.59) Course record holder, Rock n Roll ½ marathon, Virginia Beach (49:00)
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“I owe much of my injury free season to Terrel. His combination of massage and ART works wonders on the rigors of my hard training. Going to Terrel on a regular basis is an integral part of my training.” -Robert Guidi Multisport athlete Team USA 2008 Aquathlon World Championships, Silver Medalist. Training to compete at a high level. Qualified and will compete in first Boston Marathon in 2009
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“Terrel Hale is a Specialist” “I highly recommend Terrel as a specialist in massage therapy and as a kinetic problem solver…Due to his efforts, I believe I will be able to reach my future athletic goals.” -Michael Wardian, Treadmill Marathon World Record Holder (2:23:58), OlympicMen’s Marathon Trails Qualifier 2004, Endurance Athlete 2008-50K, 100K and 50 Mile trail Champion and also voted Ultra Runner of the year by USATF
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