Smith Performance Center - Physical Therapy & Strength Training

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We help people struggling with pain, injury or inactivity understand and manage their health through an integrated system of physical therapy, strength training and community support.

09/14/2026

Rest Is DESTROYING Your Knee: Tendinopathy Recovery Explained

Think resting your tendon injury is the safest move? Taking weeks off drops your tendon’s tissue capacity below daily loading levels, creating a chronic cycle leading to a situation where even getting out of bed becomes painful.

09/10/2026

Jumper’s Knee vs Runner’s Knee: Why Your Diagnosis Might Be Wrong

Are you dealing with Jumper's Knee or Runner's Knee? Physical Therapist Craig Smith breaks down why diagnosing knee pain “by activity” like jumping or running can hide the real anatomical issue.

Understand the crucial difference between patellar tendinopathy and patellofemoral pain syndrome so you can target the true source of your knee discomfort.

09/10/2026

Jumper's Knee: How Active Adults Overcome Patellar Tendinopathy

Jumper's Knee, also known as patellar tendinopathy, plagues active adults: but weeks of rest often makes it worse. In this episode, physical therapist Craig Smith and pro volleyball Alex Keicher explain why complete rest actually lowers tissue capacity, how glute and quad inhibition overloads your patellar tendon, and the proven isometric and heavy-load protocol that rebuilds strength without pain.

Watch the full episode: https://youtu.be/nRArbxSKYv0

Learn how to reclaim explosive jump power while staying injury-free. If you're an active adult focused on overcoming injuries, and staying in your sport or training, this episode is packed with actionable rehab strategies.


09/08/2026

What is a Callus, Really? 🤔

A callus isn't just "tough skin": it's a sophisticated response from your body. Physical Therapist Craig Smith breaks down the science of how skin thickens depending on perpendicular compression and parallel shear.

If you're an active adult dealing with skin buildup, understanding these mechanical inputs is key to long-term relief and healthier feet. Learn the difference between these forces to better manage your training and recovery: https://smithperformancecenter.com/when-and-where-you-feel-foot-pain-during-walking-is-key-for-diagnosis/

09/03/2026

Calluses Explained: Your Footbed Says A Lot About You

Have you ever actually looked at your shoe insoles? Physical Therapist Craig Smith shows why your "footbed" is a mechanical history of your movement: we can identify a "pinch callus" pattern and explain how your toe indentations reveal exactly how you’re producing calluses.

Understanding these wear patterns is the first step toward better foot health and more efficient movement for athletes.

09/03/2026

Foot Pain Solved: Why Calluses Form & How Active Adults Recover Fast

Most podcasts focus on callus as a cosmetic issue… and now it is time to reframe this as a biomechanical signal. In this episode of Past Your Prime, we’re diving deep into a topic that most people find a little "weird" but is actually a goldmine of information for active adults: foot calluses.

Foot calluses are the body's adaptive response to training stress, as data points reveal gait issues, shoe problems, or recovery deficits. Calluses mean you're training hard, but improper recovery exacerbates them: we explore the science of foot pain; how your body reacts to compression and shear and why simply cutting off calluses won't solve the underlying issue.

Watch the full episode: https://youtu.be/L6jZulN7H9c

Whether you’re a runner or a jumping athlete, learn how to optimize your fitness by understanding the "callus map" and why your footwear choices… from Hokas to sandals… matter more than you think.

09/01/2026

Stop the Afternoon Energy Crash! Are You Under-Fueling Your Day?

Do you find yourself nighttime snacking or feeling out of control at dinner?

The true issue might not be your willpower: it’s likely under-fueling earlier in the day. Learn how to manage your energy capacity by balancing your intake, preventing the "doom loop" of fatigue and overeating. It's time for pain free living through proper fueling.

Watch the full video: https://youtu.be/EK464hJRo-A

Learn more at: https://smithperformancecenter.com/how-can-a-dietitian-help-me/

08/31/2026

Why Your Generic Meal Plan is Killing Your Energy

Struggling with low energy despite following a strict meal plan? Traditional "one-size-fits-all" approaches often ignore your unique activity level and digestive health.

We break down why generic structures fail and how to build a sustainable system that fuels your specific training needs without the GI distress.

08/27/2026

What Happens at Your Nutrition Evaluation Visit?
Ready to stop the guesswork? In our initial nutrition evaluation, we move beyond simple calorie counting to understand your lifestyle habits and medical history.

By taking a whole body level approach, we identify the root causes of performance plateaus. Whether you're an athlete or an active adult, this individualized approach ensures your fueling plan actually fits your life.

08/26/2026

Are you ready to break free from the "doom loop" of restrictive dieting leading to low energy and poor performance? Physical Therapist Craig Smith and registered dietitian Jackie Hatchew break down the Smith Performance Center Nutrition Phase System: a sustainable, habit-based approach designed specifically for active adults.

Watch the full video: https://youtu.be/EK464hJRo-A

Whether you are overcoming injuries, dealing with persistent fatigue, or seeking pain free living, how you fuel your body is the foundation of your recovery.

We move beyond generic meal plans to focus on fitness for active adults, addressing the root causes of fatigue and performance plateaus. Learn how a phase-based system can help you achieve long-term goals like improved body composition and consistent energy without the stress of "good" vs "bad" foods.

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5602 East 5th Street
Tucson, AZ
85711

Opening Hours

Monday 5:30am - 7pm
Tuesday 5am - 7pm
Wednesday 5:30am - 7pm
Thursday 5am - 7pm
Friday 5:30am - 7pm
Saturday 8am - 1pm

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+15203984886

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