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Richmond, VA • Since 1987

Improve Movement.  
Improve Confident Balance
 With Less Pain.

Fitness therapy that builds strength, improves mobility, and relieves chronic pain - personalized for your body and your life.

The Fitness Therapy RVA Difference

Since 1987, I’ve been helping people understand the often antagonist relationship between being healthy and being fit.  You can’t have both training for just one.  I try and help people be more durable.

5000+

Clients

Helped

20

Years of Experience

100%

Virtual Programming

I Listen

Your body has a story - past injuries, daily habits, what makes you feel strong, what holds you back.  I start by listening to all of it.

Built Around You

Every session is designed around where your body is right now and where you want it to go.

A Real Partnership

I happily will work with all of your other Health and Fitness professionals - So everyone’s is “rowing the same way” in helping you guest results ASAP. 

Strength That Lasts

We're not chasing quick fixes. We build the kind of strength and mobility that stays with you for years - not just weeks.

We Meet You Where You Are

Are you worried that it’s too late to start being more active?  Has a doctor ever said you need Surgery?  Whether you are prep-op, post-op, or in rehab, there are tons of exercises that can improve recovery and rehabilitation by 50%.

Physical Rehabilitation Session

Whether you sprain ankle - or need surgery - I can guide you through fitness recovery programs designed to restore range of motion and get you back to doin what you love.

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Fitness Rehabilitation

Fitness Instructor assisting senior client

Age is just a number - but balance, strength, and mobility matter more than ever. We help you stay independent, confident, and move freely.

Seniors Need to Stay Active!

Therapy Band Exercise

A robust pre-surgery regime and cut post-surgery rehabilitation times in half.  My fitness therapy programs are designed to help you restore your range of motion and get you back to doing what you love.

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Pre & Post-Surgery Recovery

clients stretching in fitness session

You don't have to be an athlete to benefit from fitness therapy.  If you want to move better, feel better, and live more pain-free, you're in the right place.

Pain-Free Motion

Services That Actually Help

The goal is simple: balanced, pain-movement.  Here’s how you get there.

Movement Assessment

Find out what's really going on.

Identify how your body organizes movement across all planes to pinpoint structural imbalances.  FTRVA analyzes whether pain or immobility is driving dysfunction and provide clear strategies to restore natural, efficient motion.

•    Personalized dysfunction analysis
•    Targeted pain pattern identification
•    Corrective structural balance strategies

Personal Training

Stay moving.  Stay strong.  For Life.

Elevate your performance whether you are chasing athletic goals or improving daily mobility. FTRVA implements personalized routines that enhance both short-term results and long-term health outcomes.

•    Postural endurance and stability

    Sport-specific strength conditioning

    Safe strategies for pain-free mobility

Corporate Wellness

Healthier, happier teams. Fewer injuries.  More Productivity.

Boost team morale and camaraderie and reduce healthcare costs with actionable fitness knowledge tailored to your workplace.  FTRVA helps employees improve stability and wellness without sacrificing productivity during the workday.

•    Injury prevention for events
•    Workplace stability and mobility
    Industry-specific fitness guidance

    Expert Q&A wellness sessions

Speaking & Media

Unvarnished perspectives and truth about sports, fitness, longevity and rehabilitation.

Al provides expert insights into the complex relationship between health and fitness systems.  His engaging presentations help audiences navigate how different training methods can work together for better results.

•    Engaging podcast guest appearances
    Dynamic radio and television interviews
    Expert panelist for seminars and forums

    Professional print and digital media contributor

How It Works

Getting started is easier than you think.  Three simple steps to moving better and living stronger.

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Train & Maintain

This is where the magic happens.  We work together, session by session, building on your progress - and as you grow stronger, your program evolves with you.

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Video Assessment

Your first sessions are usually Al deciding if your body that we spoke about is the actual body we’re working with.  Together you'll decide on strategies, training frequencies, intensities, etc.

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Contact FTRVA

Reach out to Al and set up a phone call or Google meeting to talk about your story and what goals you’re looking to achieve. If he can help, he will.  If not, perhaps he’ll helping point you toward someone who can.

Meet Al

The Person Behind the Practice

Picture of Fitness Expert Al Conde

39 years of hands-on experience

Expert in Sports & Fitness raining

Expert in Fitness Therapy & Exercise Rehabilitation

Expert speaker on all things Fitness & Exercise

"Teaching life-long fitness strategies & healing sports traumas since 1987."

Read My Story

Ready to Change How You Move & Live?

Your journey to pain-free, confident movement starts with a conversation.  Give us a call - no pressure, no sales pitch.  Just a friendly chat about how we can help you feel your best.

Disclaimer:   Consultation is not considered medical advice and services are not a substitute for medical care.

Give Us a Call or Send a Message

(804) 506-3780

Free consultation - let's talk about your goals.

Located in Richmond, VA

Virtual Sessions Virtually Anywhere

We follow an Eastern Time Zone Schedule.  In-Person studio sessions are available to those in Richmond, VA. for an additional cost.

By Appointment Only

 

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