The Elite Difference

Elite Sports Massage & BodyWork is a therapist owned and operated business that provides preventative and rehabilitative massage services in order to allow clients to achieve optimal function and performance. Elite Sports Massage & BodyWork specializes in the care of athletes of all skill levels, however those that don’t participate in sports still benefit from the Elite difference.

What makes Elite Sports Massage & BodyWork different from a traditional massage company is the combination of education and experience of the owner, Chris Sequenzia  PT, LMT, CSCS. This unique blend allows Chris to evaluate the client’s restrictions and implement a comprehensive treatment approach for rehabilitation.

 

Physical Therapist (PT)

Chris graduated from Florida International University with a Bachelors Degree in Physical Therapy in 2000. His physical therapy schooling consisted of 5 plus years of intense course work including gross anatomy (dissecting a human cadaver), kinesiology (the study of human movement) and human physiology. As a Physical Therapist, Chris is trained to perform an evaluation of the musculoskeletal system, including the assessment of joint restrictions and muscular imbalances.

 

Massage Therapist (LMT)

Chris then continued his schooling by graduating from The Suncoast School of Massage in 2006, with an emphasis in sports massage and neuromuscular massage (trigger point). He has worked with a variety of athletes including professional tennis players (former No 1 player in the world), collegiate football players, triathletes, including Iron Man finishers and long distance runners.  Chris also has an extensive background in the treatment of a variety of conditions, such as headaches/neck pain and low back pain.

 

Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS)

Chris is also a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist through the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA). This a prestigious personal training certification, which enables him to design and implement comprehensive fitness programs for athletes of all levels.

 

Marathon Runner

Currently training for his 4th marathon, Chris is aware of the physical demands of an endurance athlete.