STEVE YOUNG

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Therapy Services Coordinator

Certifications: MSPT, CSCS

The best part about my job is the opportunity every day to help somebody improve their functional life.

My favorite thing to do outside of work is enjoy time with my wife and work in my yard.

I recharge by reading and listening to the Dave Ramsey show.

My favorite sport to watch is football.

My favorite sports hero is Walter Payton.

My role models are my father, Walter Payton, Coach Brad Salem, and the senior class of 2000 at the University of South Dakota.

My favorite forms of exercise are any sports related activities and anything that involves competition.

My favorite group fitness class is anything functional and uses movements in all three planes of motion.

My drinks of choice are my vices, coffee and pop.

Early bird or night owl? Early Bird—absolutely!

I decided to help athletes move to the next level because I truly enjoy working with them and feel it is my calling.

A common mistake athletes make on the road to recovery is thinking that the absence of symptoms means optimal function.

Before I begin therapy, it’s important to look at the cause of the injury or dysfunction, not just the symptoms.

When I first meet an injured athlete I take a detailed history and determine their expectations.

The best way I can help an athlete recover is to educate them and then attack the “cause” of the problem manually and functionally and provide a fun and challenging arena for them to participate in their rehab.

I most enjoy watching athletes succeed humbly, share their victories with teammates, and grow in spirit with the real big picture of life.

I enjoy helping athletes in any way I can on or off the field.

Football or golf? Ten years ago—football, now—golf.

Knee or shoulder? Knee.