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Forward Physio Welcome to the page of Dr. Nicholas Tanner and Dr. Danny Xu, Orthopedic Physical Therapists Hi! My name is Nicholas Tanner.

I am a doctor of physical therapy providing concierge services in Riverview, Sarasota, Bradenton, and greater Tampa, Florida areas. I specialize in orthopedic manual therapy, functional dry needling, sports rehabilitation, injury prevention, and exercise programming.

05/08/2026

The sled push isn't a cardio station. It's a leg drive station.

The athletes who move it well aren't just stronger - they're training the right pattern.

Glute step ups are one of the best ways to build that specific strength.

Heel drive. Full hip extension at the top.

That's the movement.

If you're racing in Tampa, don't let an injury or pain stop your training momentum. Comment "HYROX" below or click the link in the bio to book a free Hyrox Strategy Call to see how we can get you ready for race day!

05/06/2026

Wall balls late in a Hyrox race are a different exercise entirely.

Your squat depth suffers. Your shoulders fatigue. Your rhythm breaks.

The dumbbell squat press trains both demands in one movement.
Sit deep. Drive up. Reach overhead. Control the descent.

It builds the bottom position and overhead endurance wall balls demand at the same time.

If you're dealing with knee or shoulder pain during this Hyrox station, comment "Wall Balls" below and we'll help you overcome it.

05/04/2026

Most people treat the SkiErg like a cardio machine. It's not.

It's a lat exercise - and if your lats aren't doing the work, your arms will give out before your lungs do.

The fix is simple: train your lats to actually initiate the pull.

Cable pullovers are one of the best ways to build that pattern.
Hinge forward, drive down from the lats, control the return.
That's your SkiErg stroke.

Do that consistently, and race day feels different.

Save this for your next Hyrox workout and comment "SKI" below if something feels off during your Hyrox training.

Health Is Wealth Fair 🏃♀️Free entry. Open gym. A full morning built around you.Join us Saturday, June 20th from 9AM-1PM ...
04/30/2026

Health Is Wealth Fair 🏃♀️

Free entry. Open gym. A full morning built around you.
Join us Saturday, June 20th from 9AM-1PM at Flex and Flow Fit for our second annual Health Is Wealth Fair!

Come move, recover, and connect with local vendors/small businesses who actually get the active lifestyle.

What's inside:
🏋🏻♂️ Physical therapy
🥑 Performance nutrition
👩🏼⚕️ Functional health optimization
💆🏽♂️ Massage & recovery services
🩳 Local athletic brands
🍽️ Food & drinks
🎟️ Raffles & giveaways
And more!

No excuses to skip. Bring a friend.
📍 Flex and Flow Fit | Saturday June 20th | 9AM-1PM | Free Entry

🤝 Interested in vending?
We have a limited number of vendor spots available. If your brand aligns with health, performance, or the active lifestyle - we'd love to have you. Send us a DM or email us at info@forward-physio.com to inquire.

04/24/2026

Sometimes it's not pain that holds you back. It's just something that feels... off.

For out client it was overhead mobility and losing balance in the catch. The sn**ch wasn't where he wanted it.

Dr. Nick assessed his movement, prescribed targeted overhead mobility work, and a few days later he hit 65 kilos overhead with ease.

That's what task-specific training looks like.

If something in your lifts has been feeling limited, shoot us a DM or book through the link in our bio.

Something hurts mid training block.Do you push through? Or shut down completely?Most athletes do one or the other.Neithe...
04/15/2026

Something hurts mid training block.

Do you push through? Or shut down completely?
Most athletes do one or the other.

Neither is the right answer.

Swipe through for the framework we use with every athlete when pain shows up during training.

Comment FRAMEWORK below and we'll send you more info on our framework!

04/14/2026

Last 6x1 km repeats before we add some hyrox stations into the mix! Join us every Tuesday at 6:30 am outside Flex and Flow!

04/09/2026

Here's what a day of Hyrox training looks like for Dr. Danny

10 min bike 🚲
10 min ski ⛷️
10 min row 🚣🏻
Keeping the HR under 150 bpm ❤️🔥

Adductor rehab ✅

Your fitness app tracks effort.We measure what's actually happening in your body.There's a difference. And it matters.
04/08/2026

Your fitness app tracks effort.

We measure what's actually happening in your body.

There's a difference. And it matters.

Most healthcare providers will tell you to limit your movement.We'd rather help you understand it.Working with your body...
04/03/2026

Most healthcare providers will tell you to limit your movement.

We'd rather help you understand it.

Working with your body instead of against it - that's the difference between staying in the gym and sitting on the sidelines.

Active people don't need to be shut down. They need a smarter approach.

Most athletes train HYROX hard.Few train it specifically.Here's exactly what's working at each station - so you can buil...
04/01/2026

Most athletes train HYROX hard.

Few train it specifically.

Here's exactly what's working at each station - so you can build your training around what actually matters.

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Tampa, FL
33578

Opening Hours

Monday 7am - 3pm
Wednesday 7am - 3pm
Friday 7am - 3pm

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+18136037071

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