Specialty Athletic Training

19/10/2026

One thing worth calling out here: HYROX has been intentional about creating competitive spaces where ALL athletes can participate 👊

Not by lowering standards.

Not by using disability for motivation content.

But by building access into the structure of competition.

Giovanni and Nino weren’t here to inspire anyone.

They showed up as teammates. They trained. They competed. That distinction matters.

This is the standard the fitness industry should be moving toward 💪

Follow Disability Fitness | Inclusive Fitness for inclusive fitness done right.

When you’re here, you’re family 🫶

17/10/2026

Love seeing our former interns thrive 🫶

The 2016 Lewis & Clark graduate, who majored in rhetoric and media studies, is in his first season as a full-time player development coach for the Por...

12/10/2026

The term “mental retardation” was removed from federal law in 2010 through Rosa’s Law and replaced was replaced with “intellectual disability.”

The word “retard” had become harmful. It was being used to demean and dehumanize. Families and self-advocates fought to change it.

Since recent public use of the word by members of the current administration, its usage has noticeably increased again.

When language resurfaces from leadership, it does not stay at the top. It becomes normalized.

We work everyday to build confidence, independence, strength, and belonging for a community that has historically been overlooked.

We are not going backwards. Dignity is not optional. Respect is not political. Inclusion is not negotiable.

When you’re here, you’re family 🫶

11/10/2026

Every week, I get some version of the same question:

“What certification do I need before I can work with individuals with disabilities?”

The answer surprises a lot of people.

There isn’t a special certification that suddenly makes someone qualified to serve this population.

What matters most is whether you know how to coach.

Can you teach movement?

Can you build trust?

Can you communicate effectively?

Can you meet someone where they are while still challenging them to improve?

Hi 👋 I’m Ryan. For the past 14 years, I’ve worked exclusively with individuals with disabilities, and I’ve learned that the disability community doesn’t need lower expectations.

It needs more coaches willing to learn.

That’s why I created the Inclusive Fitness FAQ.

It answers the questions I get asked most often by trainers, coaches, therapists, parents, and family members who want to help individuals with disabilities become stronger, healthier, and more independent.

❤️ Save this post if you’ve ever considered working with the disability community.

📲 Follow along for real coaching, real athletes, and practical lessons from the world of inclusive fitness.

🎁 Want the free FAQ? Comment FAQ and I’ll send it over. 👊

09/10/2026

🦆 Meet Molly, one of our newest trainers in Eugene!

Molly is a Oregon Acrobatics and Tumbling athlete who brings her love of movement, sports, and helping others to the Specialty Athletic Training team.

When she’s not training or competing with the Ducks, there’s a pretty good chance you’ll still find her doing something active—or outside enjoying Oregon.

A few things to know about Molly:

🤸‍♀️ UO Acrobatics & Tumbling athlete
📚 Loves reading
🏃‍♀️ Loves pretty much any form of exercise or sports
🌲 Loves being outside
🎬 Favorite Disney movie: The Parent Trap
🩷 Favorite color: pink
🥩 Favorite food: steak

We’re excited to have Molly joining our growing Eugene team and can’t wait for our athletes and families to get to know her.

Help us welcome Molly to Specialty Athletic Training! 🦆