1.
Adjunct Services
(SSI Services)
What are Adjunct Services? These are services that are offered by SSI that are not specifically physiotherapy- or coaching-related. These would include video analysis (swimming, cycling, and
2.
Athlete
(Allan Besselink, PT, Dip.MDT - Director)
It all started riding half pipes on a skateboard - but from these extreme beginnings, Allan has crossed the line as an Ironman triathlon finisher. Along the way, he's played soccer, tennis and has bee
3.
Author And Innovator
(Allan Besselink, PT, Dip.MDT - Director)
Allan is the author of "RunSmart: A Comprehensive Approach to Injury-Free Running". This book provides the running community with an innovative perspective on injury prevention and performan
4.
Brooks Inspire Daily Program
(Associates)
Allan Besselink is a member of the Brooks ID program.
What is the ID program? From the website: "Brooks I.D. stand s for Inspire Daily. These two simple words guide the
princ
5.
Coach
(Allan Besselink, PT, Dip.MDT - Director)
Allan has been involved in coaching and performance optimization since 1985. Be it working with high school track and field athletes, elementary school aged basketball, recreational runners, pro triat
6.
Coaching and Performance
(SSI Services)
What is the cost of a single coaching session? Or a monthly coaching program? The cost of individualized coaching is based on a per session or per month basis.
7.
Educator
(Allan Besselink, PT, Dip.MDT - Director)
Allan's approach to both physiotherapy and coaching involves a significant foundation in client education. As the saying goes, "knowledge is power" - and Allan truly integrates this belief i
8.
Elite Training Group Track Club
(Associates)
The Elite Training Group Track Club has been a source of inspiration and knowledge acquisition for many years. I've known head coach Marshall Burt since I moved to Austin in 1990. H
9.
Fee Summary
(SSI Services)
Physiotherapy/Physical Therapy
Initial Consultation (typically one hour)
$85
10.
Hammer Nutrition
(Sponsors)
E-Caps has been an SSI sponsor since 2003. After researching all of the nutritonal products, sport and recovery drinks, and supplements on the market, I came to the unbiased conclusion that E-c
11.
McKenzie Practitioner
(Allan Besselink, PT, Dip.MDT - Director)
Allan is one of approximately 300 practitioners internationally that have attained the Diploma in Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy from the McKenzie Institute International in New Zealand , the highest
12.
Mission Statement
(What is SSI?)
The mission of Smart Sport International (SSI) is to provide a seamless integration of sports science solutions for training, rehab, and life. Life Is A Sport. Play Smart.
SSI is a division of the S
13.
Performance Wellness Center
(Associates)
Dr. Chris Sellers, Dr. Brand ie Leach, and Dr. Laurie Buob.
14.
Physical Therapist / Physiotherapist
(Allan Besselink, PT, Dip.MDT - Director)
Allan is a physical therapist / physiotherapist with 20 years of clinical experience. He is a graduate of Queen’s University in Kingston, Canada. In his final year at Queen’s after working
15.
Physical Therapy / Physiotherapy
(SSI Services)
What do I need to do to see a PT? Do I need a referral? My insurance says “no”. Physical therapy treatment is by referral only per Texas state law. Prior to your initial consultation,
16.
Rogue Training Systems
(Associates)
If a group training environment is what you're looking for, I strongly suggest Rogue Training Systems. They have programs for all skill levels in running, cycling, and triathlon. Steve, Ruth, a
17.
RunSmart
(SSI Services)
What is the RunSmart program? RunSmart is a running mechanics program based on the book "RunSmart: A Comprehensive Approach to Injury-Free Running" by Allan Besselink, PT, Dip.MDT. It is off
18.
Smart Life Institute
(SSI Services)
What is the Smart Life Institute? The Smart Life Institute has been developed with the goal of providing accessible educational offerings that emphasize and foster "competent self care&q
19.
Smart Life Institute Educational Programs
(What is SSI?)
The Smart Life Institute has been developed as a "university-style" educational program. Courses and seminars are offered on a wide variety of topics emphasizing up-to-date sports sciences,
20.
Smart Life Manifesto
(What is SSI?)
The Smart Life Institute is a health initiative that provides sports science solutions for training, rehab, and life.
The mission of the Smart Life Institute has five key elements:
1. Build a g
21.
Smart Sport System
(What is SSI?)
Training errors are the primary cause of overuse injuries in sport. Up to 60% of runners will face an injury every year. Many other sports, especially endurance sports, are reflective of this trend. T
22.
South Congress Athletic Club
(Associates)
The South Congress Athletic Club is owned and operated by Marc and Tracy Frazier.
23.
The Person - A Life Beyond SSI
(Allan Besselink, PT, Dip.MDT - Director)
Of course, Allan will be the first to say that everything involves balance. Life wouldn't be complete without a well-rounded and healthy dose of music and literature in his world. Allan has played gui
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