Built By Burds
Curtis Burds, PT, DPT, CSCS,*D, CPSS,*D
licensed and certified professionalism
Curtis Burds PT, DPT, CSCS,*D CPSS, *D
Curtis Burds, PT, DPT, CSCS,*D, CPSS,*D practices full time as a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) but is also passionate about enhancing the lives of people outside of the rehabilitation setting. He is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) and Certified Performance and Sport Scientist (CPSS) through the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA). Both NSCA titles he has with distinction (*D) through extraordinary achievement in continuing education and contributions to the profession as defined by the NSCA Certification Committee. He obtained his Bachelor's of Science in Exercise Science from St. Ambrose University and his DPT from Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science. As a professional in both healthcare and fitness, Curtis stays up to date on evidence based practices to ensure his clients receive the greatest coaching available.
Outside of strength training he has completed The Bank of America Chicago Marathon in 2019 and 2023, multiple half-marathons, finished the Chicago Sprint Triathlon 2024, competed in the Des Moines, Iowa Ironman 70.3, and cycled across Iowa 3x on RAGBRAI while completing three 100+ mile days on the bike. Curtis is constantly challenging himself and practices what he preaches to ensure the optimal training environment for his clients.
What A Trainer Should Be
- An expert in biomechanics, well versed in various weight lifting techniques
- Knowledgable on muscle origin, insertion, and function
- Capable of creating programs that are customized to fit each client's individual needs and goals
- An avid listener and a clear communicator.
Built By Burds offers what basic certified personal trainer cannot: knowledge, professionalism, results, and training at the highest level possible
Training That Fits Your Lifestyle and Gets You Results
Personal Training Sessions:
- In person training sessions focused on providing instant hands-on adjustments for proper form and loading of soft tissue structures.
- Blood Flow Restriction (BFR) training offered in person with access to Smart Cuffs Pro [FDA Class 1 Medical Device]
Custom Training Programs:
- Videos & descriptions of each exercise on an app on your phone with full set, rep, rest schemes made just for you personally.
- Exercise breakdowns and views made by Curtis Burds, PT, DPT, CSCS,*D, CPSS,*D himself.
- Training programs personalized to your availability, access to training equipment, preferred exercises, and current level of fitness.
- Recommended for those looking to overcome training plateaus.
- Instant messaging available on the app.
Pre-Made Training Programs:
- Pre-tested programs for those with prior lifting experience looking to make improvements ,while on a budget.
- Made to fit the equipment you have access to whether it be a home gym of only free weights or a commercial gym with additional access to weight machines.
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