Alexzander Strength, Performance & Rehabilitation

01/06/2025

Now that the bad weather has rolled in here's my PSA:

If you have an appointment with me and don't feel comfortable enough to make it, please don't hesitate to reschedule! My job, my passion, is to help you get better, and putting you at risk, or you feeling like you are somehow obligated to me to show up, doesn't align with that. All I ask is that you give me a heads up and let me know at least a few hours, if not more, before your appointment.

I grew up in weather like this, and love it, so I'm not worried about driving in it. But that's me. So, again, if you're not comfortable or feel it's too risky to make it to or from my office, reschedule! I won't be upset as I want all of you to be safe, healthy, and healed!

11/29/2024

During this time of year (Halloween - Valentine's Day), the consumption of processed sugars is at an astronomical level. With all the candies, desserts, sweet and delicious sides, and hot, sugary drinks, it's no wonder that the rate of obesity is continuing to clime higher and higher among the US population.

This has allowed the Pharma Industry to develop "effective," yet ultimately dangerous, drugs to "fight" this epidemic, such as Ozempic, Wegovy, etc, that also harbor multiple negative side effects (especially psychological). And I get it, who wouldn't want to take a drug or a pill if it means you don't have to get sweaty and exercise? Or allow you to eat whatever you want whenever you want? But is that the example we want to set for our future generations? Do we want the population of Wall-E to be our future? I know I don't.

And thankfully, once again, nature has provided a solution! Some, if not all of you have heard about all the positive side effects of honey on the body; as a healing agent, a natural anti-inflammatory, and, depending on what the bees were exposed to (clove, wild flowers, etc) the properties of the honey have other medicinal and lifestyle benefits. And now we can add Maple Syrup to that list! No, Mrs. Buttersworth, I'm not looking at you! I'm talking REAL, from the trees, Maple Syrup!

So if you're looking for a more natural, non-psychotic, method to help fix your blood sugars, reduce that stubborn belly fat, and create a more healthy lifestyle, check out the article below and consider adding a little more syrup to your daily routines! I've already started using it in my morning oat meal vs the brown sugar I used to use. It tastes better, and I notice I don't have a mid-morning crash anymore. I'd love to hear what, if any, changes you notice after giving it a try!

Substituting refined sugars with maple syrup improved cardiometabolic risk factors and gut health in a clinical trial, highlighting its potential as a healthier alternative. A study published in The Journal of Nutrition reveals that replacing refined sugars with two tablespoons of maple syrup can

10/21/2024

It's going to take me some time, but I'm going to be relaunching The Archangel Programs (T.A.Ps) as soon as possible. There will be some major changes coming to it, but it's sat on the shelf long enough and there are a lot of folks like me with severe C-PTSD that have fallen through the cracks and it's time to remedy that!

Stay tuned!

06/15/2024

As some of you may know, but others are just now learning, I have made the decision to leave Echo. Our marriage had gotten beyond salvageable as it's been made apparent over the years that neither it, nor I, were a priority.

I only say this to let you all know there will be some coming changes to our marketing and website links. I will still be providing the same quality service in both massage and personal training you've all come to expect. I actually recently signed a 5 year lease in my current space, and I'm looking forward to growing my practice, and hopefully the family I've always wanted, here in the Ozarks!

If you use either the fitli app or link, that won't be changing, I'll just be updating the actual website and moving away from Echo's.

I'm looking forward to this new and unknown chapter in my life and am trusting in God to continue to watch over me.

Much love!

James

03/04/2024

It's coming Nixa, are you ready?!?

12/19/2023

Having trouble finding the perfect gift for that special someone on your knotty list???

'Tis the season for stress, tension, and everyday aches and pains!

If you know somebody who's feeling twisted up tighter than a strand of Christmas lights coming out of the attic, there's no better way to help them unwind than with a muscle-releasing massage.

The gift of massage therapy is a perfect way to reduce stress, melt away muscle tension, and improve overall well-being.

It's quick and easy to buy gift certificates for friends and family, just reach out directly via messenger, email, or text!

Get all of your holiday gift shopping done today!

And make sure to tell them F***y McTickles sent ya!

10/05/2023

Been getting a lot of new clients with the move and that's super exciting! Thank you everyone for spreading the word!

That being said, I just wanted to put this reminder out there regarding our policies. If your child is still in Highschool, regardless of their age, we still consider them a "Junior" (minor), and require a parent or guardian to be with them so that we can discuss care and
followup options.

I've been getting a lot of messages asking if a child can show up on their own because they're able to drive themselves and the answer is no. This is for everyone's safety and well being as many teens/minors have never had body work before and it can be scary or awkward for them having a stranger work on them, so having a parent or guardian present helps not only for them to relax, but also provides a more calm and secure environment that allows for a more effective session.

Additionally, I am aware of my appearance and demeanor as a large, Viking looking man. So, for anyone and everyone, if you feel that you need to bring someone with you for a session to help feel more comfortable and relaxed, I gladly welcome it! As a person with years of childhood trauma and resulting C-PTSD, I know the importance of feeling safe in my surroundings and do my best to promote that exact environment in my office. So please feel free to bring whomever you feel you need. Just make sure they know the session is your time, not theirs to run through their medical history (happens nearly all the time and steals away from who's on the table).

If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact me directly and I'll do my best to try to accommodate as I'm able.

Lastly, I wanted to clarify the purpose of the James Alexzander Certified-Sports Massage-Therapist account to those who are new. I don't follow anyone on this account. Once a "Friend Request" is accepted, you are immediately "Unfollowed." It's nothing personal at all. This account was created as a way for people to contact me for questions regarding their physical issues and care recommendations, as well as for people to keep up with the happenings of what I'm professionally doing. I've had a lot of people ask if I've "seen their posts," and the answer is no. Again, this isn't personal, it's just how I've set this up as the most effective way for people to stay in contact with me if/when they need it.

I hope this post helps to bring some clarification, but as I stated above, please feel free to reach out directly if you have any questions or concerns!

I love being able to work with and help all of you so you can keep enjoying life! And I hope to keep doing that for many years to come!

09/10/2023

Thank you for the support during our move, even these beautiful flowers. 💐

We have amazing clients and community and we can't wait to welcome you to the new office this week starting Monday, September 11th, 2023.

Schedule for Certified Sports Massage Therapy and Certified Personal Training from the new location:

📍 703 Kathryn St, Nixa, MO 65714

Stay in touch:
📞 541-971-1756
🌐 https://echoalexzander.com/page/jamessportsmassage
📧 alexzandercsmt@gmail.com

09/03/2023

🎉 BIG ANNOUNCEMENT! 🎉

I'm moving into a facility of my own! 🏠 Starting Monday, September 11th, 2023, I will be offering my Certified Sports Massage Therapy and Certified Personal Training from a new location:

📍 703 Kathryn St, Nixa, MO 65714

This business has grown tremendously since I started back in 2012, and this move signifies an exciting new chapter. While my foundation in advanced massage techniques and certified personal training remains, I am more excited than ever to welcome you to a space that's entirely dedicated to your well-being and performance.

I want to take a moment to thank you all for your continued support and trust. Without you, this wouldn't be possible. 🙏

Would you please help me spread the word? Tag a friend who needs guaranteed results and let's get them scheduled for a massage appointment or free training consultation 🌟

Stay in touch:
📞 541-971-1756
🌐 https://echoalexzander.com/page/jamessportsmassage
📧 alexzandercsmt@gmail.com

08/13/2023

We're honored to have been able to help Stephanie in this way.

12/01/2022

Oh the journey we've taken......

On December 1st, 2012 I opened my first clinic as a Certified Sports Massage Therapist. It was my first business and seemed fitting to call it FIRST Corvallis. To say I was worried would be an understand considering the only space I found that I could afford was a basement of a converted house that was only accessible via an alley....... Nothing sketch about that when you're looking to get a massage......

But word spread and lives were being changed and before I knew it Echo Alexzander and I were building our own fitness and wellness center for personal trainers, massage therapists, yoga, and qi gong, among other things, with a dream to change the world starting in our little community.

Sadly that dream never fully took hold and we made the difficult choice to get back to my roots as an individual provider, even though we'd built a practice serving over 1,300 people from Pennsylvania to Malaysia!

Fast forward to March of 2020 and the unthinkable happened. Everything we had built, the community we had created, was slowly torn apart over the course of the next 6 months. Our client base, our 6 month waiting list, our dream to spend the rest of our lives in Oregon to raise our family, was over. We weren't sure what was going to happen. And when we closed our doors in Corvallis for good at the end of December, 2020, we realized we were once again venturing into the unknown.

Jump to today, December 1st, 2022. 10 years after we opened the doors to my first clinic, and we're still going strong!

We've slowly rebuilt; continued to impact so many lives; have had so many of our Oregon patients travel (in some cases internationally) out to see us in Missouri for care and reconnecting; and have our dream homestead to grow our family and share our abundance with our family, friends, and neighbors!

And it feels like I'm just getting started! Because now, not only am I still a Certified Sports Massage Therapist, my personal training business has started to grow in ways I never imagined! And I'm excited to announce that, coming very very soon, I'll be able to incorporate my newly acquired certification in Fitness Nutrition (just in time for all your New Years resolutions)!

But even with all that Echo and I've been through on this journey, the growth, the events, the impact, none of it would have been possible had it not been for all of you! Had you not taken a chance on my unorthodox approach to healing, focusing on the cause vs the symptoms, and had you not believed who ever recommended you to me, none of this would have ever been possible. So while I'm excited for what the next 10 years will bring, I wouldn't have experienced the past 10 years as I have if it weren't for all of you!

You've been my friends, you've been my family. We've shared each others traumas, tears, and laughter. We've grown together and each and every one of you will forever be in my heart.

I love and thank you all! And I can't wait to see where the next 10 years leads and the lives that'll be changed forever!

Exciting things are coming, so stay tuned.......

11/22/2022

Been wanting to post this for a while but have just been to busy.

I'm going to be making changes and adding a new service for the massage side of my business. The Personal Training side will NOT be changing, though.

Starting on Sunday, January 1st, 2023 I'll be increasing my massage rates as follows:

Initial 2 Hour Session - $125.00
1 Hour Follow-up Session - $100.00
2 Hour Follow-up Session - $150.00

Junior (18 & Under) Sessions will still be $50.00 for 1 Hour and $100.00 for 2 Hours. I'll also be adding a 1 Hour Initial Session for $75.00 for those who only need/want an hour.

I'm also still implementing the 50% Discount for Police, Fire, and Military (and Spouses), as well as the 25% Discount for Students (College/Trade School), for all massage sessions AFTER the Initial Session.

If you have any questions about any of the above, please don't hesitate to ask as y'all know I try to be as transparent as possible.

Also note these rates are the MAXIMUM you'll pay per visit as I'll also be continuing to work only as long as needed and only charging for time used.

Thank you to everyone who's help our business grow so fast here in Missouri and also a special thank you to everyone who believed in me in Oregon allowing me to hone my skills and change the lives of so many! Echo Alexzander and I miss you all so much and are so very thankful for the community and family we've been able to cultivate here in Missouri!