Eric Beard
- Assessment of whole kinetic chain and movement dysfunction.
- Manual therapy to release soft-tissue restrictions and adhesions.
- Corrective exercise instruction to restore optimal movement patterns.
- Injury risk reduction through targeted movement and mobility work.
- Performance-focused massage to enhance speed, power, recovery.
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Wellness in Motion Boston
1620 Beacon Street, Brookline, MA, 024462270
Eric Beard comes to WIMB with an impressive background in health and fitness. As a Corrective Exercise Specialist, Integrated Manual Therapist (LMT) and Athletic Performance Enhancement Specialist Eric works with people 1:1 as well as with teams and groups of athletes. He begins with a thorough evaluation of the entire kinetic chain (human body). He often identifies hidden performance inhibitors that are either causing pain elsewhere in the body or hampering performance. Through manual therapy and teaching perfect exercise technique he helps to restore optimal human movement. Group and team athletic development begins with specific programs designed to enhance movement patterns and reduce risk of injury. From there, speed, power and performance can be maximized. He has presented at events such as IDEA World, the Perform Better Summit and NEHRSA Conferences, and has worked for the National Academy of Sports Medicine. Degrees / Certifications: Master’s Degree in Exercise Science from CalU Bachelors in Rehabilitation Services from Springfield College Boulder College of Massage Therapy, Honors Graduate Certified Personal Trainer-National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM CPT) Corrective Exercise Specialist- National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM CES) Performance Enhancement Specialist- National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM PES) Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist-National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA CSCS) Functional Movement Screen Certified-Functional Movement Systems (FMS) Licensed Massage Therapist-State of Massachusetts National Certification in Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (NCBTMB) USA Hockey CEP Level 4 Functional Movement Training Basic and Performance Certified