ATHLETE TESTIMONIALS

2024 Athlete Ambassadors

Geo Woodman

GEO WOODMAN

  • Name: Geoffrey (Geo) Woodman
  • Sport(s): Endurance (Triathlon, Cycling...all disciplines, Marathon, Ultra Marathon, Adventure Racing)
  • Favorite training fuel: NeverSecond
  • Best recovery tool: Air Relax boots
  • Favorite reason to come into Adams: Bike fit, massage, look at BA's hair
  • Proudest athletic achievement: Longevity. Being able to compete at a high level in my mid 40s...and beyond
  • Most unpopular opinion: Nothing funny, but I love racing in the heat. I know. I'm weird AND dumb
ABOUT GEO
Jen Spindler

Jen Spindler

  • Name: Jen Spindler
  • Sport(s): running, triathlon
  • Favorite training fuel: infinit mix (thanks for the rec!)
  • Best recovery tool: dare I say it, lacrosse ball
  • Favorite reason to come into Adams: the atmosphere and knowledge of the staff.  Not going to Pt just for mundane exercises but I’m doing things I know will really help to get me back to competing and training.
  • Proudest athletic achievement:  crossing an Ironman finish line tied with coming back last year from a lot of physical challenges and crossing that 70.3 finish line.
  • Most unpopular opinion:  I very rarely watch TV or movies- I don’t really like to.
ABOUT JEN
Dynda 1

Brian Dynda

  • Name: Brian Dynda
  • Sport(s): Triathlon, Crossfit, mountain bike
  • Favorite Training Fuel:  LMNT and Fuel For Fire
  • Best recovery tool: Normatec Boots
  • Favorite reason to come into Adams: Bike Fits with BA
  • Proudest Athletic Achievement: Signing up, training for and completing a Half Ironman in 2021 and 2022 
  • Most Unpopular Opinion: The swim needs to be longer in a triathlon 🙂 
ABOUT BRIAN
Kelly Paterson

Kelly Paterson

  • Name: Kelly Paterson
  • Sport(s): running, cycling, triathlon (road and off-road)
  • Favorite training fuel: Raspberry Skratch Chews
  • Best recovery tool: Hypervolt
  • Favorite reason to come into Adams: Socialize with all the wonderful people and get my various pains fixed. And Gus. Definitely Gus. 
  • Proudest athletic achievement: I'm pretty darn proud of facing 25-30 foot ocean waves at XTERRA Laguna Beach and not quitting. It took me a solid 5 minutes to actually get IN the water. I almost gave up...but I didn't.
  • Most unpopular opinion:  Pineapple most definitely belongs on pizza.
ABOUT KELLY
Jay Moncel 2

Jay Moncel

  • Name: Jay Moncel
  • Sport(s): cycling, running, nordic skiing, golf, hike
  • Favorite training fuel: steel cut oats, Garuka bars, Stinger Waffles
  • Best recovery tool: sauna
  • Favorite reason to come into Adams: to seek advice, interact with staff, smile & feel good
  • Proudest athletic achievement: being able to ride and race with my friend Danny Klein. Watching, supporting and training with my wife while she competes on the world's biggest stage. Being a part of the most special group ADAMS SPORTS MED. 2021 Detroit Freep ½ Marathon personal time 1:35
  • Most unpopular opinion: I don’t like or follow football, but I did enjoy and follow the Lions this year. I prefer Hockey.
ABOUT JAY
Cait O'Leary

Cait O'Leary

  • Name: Caitlyn O'Leary 
  • Sport(s): CrossFit, former pole vaulter/long jumper and gymnast. 
  • Favorite training fuel: 1st Phorm anything!!
  • Best recovery tool: Theragun 
  • Favorite reason to come into Adams: Dry needling to save my body from destruction and always a fantastic crew to socialize with. 
  • Proudest athletic achievement: Doing things I never thought I was capable of- moving well in many areas of fitness as a hybrid athlete. 3rd place in the 2018 Granite Games CrossFit event. 
  • Most unpopular opinion: It's true that I don't like Taylor Swift lolol. I also don't love concerts- too many people and too loud, more of a comedy club fan
ABOUT CAIT
Rob Oswald

Rob Oswald

  • Name:  Robert Oswald
  • Sport(s): Crossfit, semi yearly Rugby
  • Favorite training fuel: Bananas and Mint Chocolate protein bars
  • Best recovery tool: Cold plunge
  • Favorite reason to come into Adams: Dry needling because it's magic.
  • Proudest athletic achievement: Tie between 260lb snatch and 525lb back squat 
  • Most unpopular opinion: Steak does not require seasoning of any kind
ABOUT ROB
Julie Budde

Julie Budde

  • Name: Julie Budde
  • Sport(s): Distance running
  • Favorite training fuel: Tofu, oats, lentils, bread, peanut butter, pasta - all food is fuel! 
  • Best recovery tool: Good old fashioned massage stick! 
  • Favorite reason to come into Adams: The Alter-G is a miracle machine! Also, electric stim and dry needling have both worked to IMMEDIATELY address random pains and niggles for me!
  • Proudest athletic achievement: Coming back from a 2 year injury to run my second marathon (with a ton of help from Adams!). My 1:31 half marathon is up there too.
  • Most unpopular opinion: I enjoy cold weather much more than warm weather! Especially with running - I'll take running in 10 degree temps over 70 degree temps.
ABOUT JULIE
Sarah Vano

Sarah Vano

  • Name:  Sarah Vano
  • Sport(s): Mountain Bike, Triathlon, Trail Running
  • Favorite training fuel: Skratch for hydration, Ritz Bits PB crackers & Rice Krispie Treats for fuel
  • Best recovery tool: My couch (and a theragun)
  • Favorite reason to come into Adams: Sports massages that simultaneously turn into socializing sessions
  • Proudest athletic achievement: My first clean/no-dab run on a techy black diamond downhill trail in Marquette! (Or any time I can clear sketchy features on my bike that used to scare the living daylights out of me)
  • Most unpopular opinion: Flat pedals are superior to being clipped in on a mountain bike! I ride so much better on flats, and I prefer my bike and I part ways when I crash
ABOUT SARAH
Erica Aittama

Erica Aittama

  • Name: Erica Aittama 
  • Sport(s): running, triathalons, nordic ski, weight lifting, road biking
  • Favorite training fuel: Nuun, Honey Stingers
  • Best recovery tool: trigger gun, polar plunge
  • Favorite reason to come into Adams: friendly staff - full of advice, dry needling 
  • Proudest athletic achievement: completed Boston Marathon x2, one with my dad!
  • Most unpopular opinion: I hate country music and the word "jogging"
ABOUT ERICA
Kate Huffman

Kate Huffman

  • Name:  Kate Huffman
  • Sport(s): Anything I can get my friends to do with me or plan a trip around: triathlons, gravel races, 1/2 marathons &  CrossFit competitions. Just ask and I'll sign up with you. 
  • Favorite training fuel: Maurten Solid 225 or Honey Stinger Waffles on the bike and Gu Energy Gels on the run  
  • Best recovery tool: Normatec compression boots
  • Favorite reason to come into Adams: Sports massage and of course Gus! 
  • Proudest athletic achievement: Going from not being able to swim 1 length of the pool in January to completing the Michigan 70.3 in September.
  • Most unpopular opinion: Disney is overrated
ABOUT KATE
Logan Lockwood

Logan Lockwood

  • Name: Logan Lockwood
  • Sport(s): Olympic Weightlifting 
  • Favorite training fuel: Celcius
  • Best recovery tool: Adams is the best recovery tool
  • Favorite reason to come into Adams: Dry needling is by far the best thing to get at Adams. 
  • Proudest athletic achievement: Proudest achievement is probably just being on team usa for the last 3 years to compete for the usa with my teammates and friends.
  • Most unpopular opinion: cruises are overrated
ABOUT LOGAN

What Our Patients Are Saying

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MIA BYRNE

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I first went to Adams Sports Medicine & PT when I injured my Achilles tendon while training for Ironman Mont Tremblant. I had the opportunity to work with Hannah, and she really took the time to explain the science behind my injury.

Hannah always made me feel like I would successfully complete the race. She remained positive that if I followed our treatment plan I would overcome the injury. She was right.

I finished the race without pain and signed up for another Ironman the following year. Everyone at ASMPT takes a great personal interest in their patients and are very knowledgeable in their field. It is clear they want their patients to have success, whether it is achieving a race goal or living a pain-free life.

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JOHN SLOAN

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Adams Sports Medicine & PT was integral in helping me achieve a large lifetime sports goal of completing a 100-mile race in the summer of 2018.

Hannah worked directly with me all summer. The knowledge she provided form her own experience as an accomplished runner and triathlete was invaluable.

The personalized service you receive at ASMPT makes you feel like family. The entire staff is so friendly and professional and they truly want to see you succeed! Thank you, Adams Sports Medicine!

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ALEXEY VERMEULEN

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From the first moment that I met Brian, I was drawn by his desire to help people.

As my career as a professional cyclist has progressed and grown, I have encountered injuries and obstacles of varying degrees. During those hard times, Brian and his team have constantly reminded me that injuries do not have to be moments of hindrance but can be the foundations for the strengthening/rebuilding process.

The family atmosphere at ASMPT is motivating and helps you to forget the pain you might be feeling in the moment and put your focus on moving forward.

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ROMAN KRYZANOWSKI

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As athletes wanting to perform at an elite level, we have to keep in mind that recovery plays a big role in our performance. I rely on Brian and his crew to analyze the injury and help me to recover quickly in order to race another day.

Over the years, the staff at ASMPT have really taken care of me and allowed me to perform at my best.

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AMANDA HABBOUCHE

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I went to Adams Sports Medicine & PT after being told by a podiatrist that I could not run for several weeks and that my injury would only continue to worsen. Brian not only helped me recover quickly from the injury, but he also educated me on what was really going on with my injury and how to prevent it in the future.

Now I am a happy athlete that can run as much as I want to and work toward achieving competitive goals!

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CHAD MAHAKIAN

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Swimming, cycling, running and being active is my passion. While pursuing this passion over the years, I have had my fair share of injuries.

When injuries do occur, I go to ASMPT where they use their knowledge and experience to get me back to what I am most passionate about. This is because their passion is helping people get back to doing the activities they love!

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SCOTT HOFFNER

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Adams Sports Medicine & PT gives me the support needed to reach peak performance and achieve the goals I set season after season. In many sports, and specifically my primary focus of cycling, the body takes on a large amount of repetitive stress which can result in overuse injuries.

ASMPT has helped me work through a broken clavicle, tendinitis in various locations, bike fit, flexibility, and leg length discrepancies. This is why my continued partnership with ASMPT is critical.

The partnership we share is ongoing and a pivotal piece of my training. The staff is always friendly and accessible. They listen and work with me to create a plan designed for my goals and lifestyle.

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NATHALIE GARDON

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The team at Adams Sports Medicine & PT has helped me heal several sports injuries. They took the time to educate me on how to properly do my exercises and prevent the injuries from recurring.

I always walk out of the clinic with an effective therapy plan and a renewed feeling of optimism. Everyone at ASMPT is extremely knowledgeable and you can always expect the very best!

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MELISSA CHRISTENSEN

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The staff at Adams Sports Medicine & PT has helped me overcome injuries and achieve my athletic goals. Their knowledge and unique experience in endurance training helped me get back to running and complete my race goals.

Stretching, dry needling, AlterG training, and a personalized home exercise program helped me run my fastest marathon time ever! I am so thankful for Brian, Hannah, and Katie who understand my goals and how important it is to be able to do the activities I love!

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MATTHEW GAPINSKI

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For a couple of years now, the team at Adams Sports Medicine & PT has played a key role in helping me achieve my goals through injury prevention and treatment.

They always keep me motivated to work through injuries and educate me on how to prevent new ones!