Personalized Physical Therapy and Performance Training for Runners & Athletes
Starting Line is a hybrid facility dedicated to returning runners and active individuals to their next starting line through services rooted in education, empowerment, and personalized care. We offer physical therapy for runners, massage therapy, personal training, and fitness classes to bridge the gap between injury and performance. It is our #1 priority to help YOU reach your goals and discover your true potential!
Our Services
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Physical Therapy
Proudly offering Portland Maine’s running community a specialized performance physical therapy experience. It is our goal to help you learn the root cause of your problem and the importance of consistent well-rounded training. NOW is the time to discover the care you deserve!
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Personal Training
We offer one-on-one and semi private strength training with a certified Strength Coach or Doctor of Physical Therapy. Our team will provide you with an individualized plan and the accountability and support to help build sustainable habits.
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Massage Therapy
Offering therapeutic massage for runners in Portland, Maine. Whether you a recovering from a race or seeking a sports massage, our massage therapists can provide a variety of massage techniques.
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Strength Classes
Our small group circuit training strength classes will have you working out alongside like-minded individuals striving to get stronger and maintain an active lifestyle. Classes are limited to 10 people per class to allow our coaches to keep a close eye on form and the needs of each individual. Our coaches are prepared to adapt the workout to any level of fitness.
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Running Gait Analysis
Take a closer look at your running form and efficiency with the trained eye of a physical therapist and 2D gait analysis. We’ll address specific needs to optimize your running performance.
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Run Coaching
Work with one of our certified run coaches,to design an individualized plan to meet your running goals. Virtual running and strength programming and workouts created with you schedule, level of fitness, and goals in mind. All of our coaches are Doctors of Phyical Therapy or Chiropractic medicine which allows them to keep a close eye on any aches that may pop up along the way.
As Portland Maine’s Physical Therapy and Fitness Hub, we treat and train active adults all along the athlete continuum. From first time runners (and walkers!) and marathoners to youth athletes, we are here to educate and empower you to reach your goals. Starting Line was founded to provide YOU with the tools to develop smart training habits and discover your inner strength to push beyond your limits.
Education is at the center of what we do, whether you join us for a group fitness class, one-on-one personal training, physical therapy or massage therapy session.
Our team will be there to motivate, encourage, and support you every step of the way on your fitness journey, so that you feel empowered from the starting line to the finish line.
Consistent and balanced training will be the best way to prepare you for your next starting line. We will help you build the resiliency and endurance you’ll need to tackle your next “race”.