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Certified Barbell Rehab Training for Fitness & Rehab Professionals
Barbell Rehab was founded by Dr. Michael Mash, a Doctor of Physical Therapy and Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist, with a mission to bridge the gap between fitness and rehabilitation. Our organization empowers fitness and healthcare professionals through evidence-based education, equipping them with systematic frameworks to help clients train safely in the presence of pain. Since 2019, we have trained over 4,000 professionals globally through 200+ live courses and online programs, fostering collaboration between clinicians and coaches to reduce unnecessary surgeries and promote lifelong strength training. Our approach integrates biopsychosocial principles, emphasizing movement as medicine while prioritizing client autonomy and resilience.With eight master instructors, all doctors of physical therapy who actively lift and coach, we provide actionable strategies to modify barbell exercises and optimize programming for diverse client needs. Our certifications, including the Barbell Rehab Method and Weightlifting Certifications, are CEU-approved by leading organizations such as NSCA, NASM, and BOC. We maintain a database of certified professionals to facilitate seamless referrals between rehab and fitness sectors, ensuring clients receive comprehensive care. Our teams expertise spans post-operative rehabilitation, low back pain management, female athlete considerations, and Olympic weightlifting, reflecting our commitment to advancing musculoskeletal health through strength training.
Services
Barbell Rehab Method Certification
Weightlifting Certification
Principles of Musculoskeletal Management
Strength Training Post-Operative
Low Back Pain Fundamentals
Female Barbell Athlete Training
Online CEU Courses
Podcast Education
Professional Networking Database
Details
- Year established: 2019
Highlights and features
- 15.0 CCUs approved by Texas Board of Physical Therapy
- Over 200 live courses taught globally since 2019
- 4,000+ certified professionals in fitness and rehab fields
- Evidence-based biopsychosocial approach to pain management
- Bridges fitness and rehab professionals for holistic care
Associations and certifications
- NSCA
- NASM
- BOC
- ACE
- ISSA
- canfitpro
What people say
Improved clinical reasoning
Empowering clients effectively
Unify professionals seamlessly
Comprehensive practical toolbox
Effective pain management strategies
Services
Barbell Rehab Method Certification
This 2-day live certification teaches professionals to modify barbell lifts for clients with pain using a systematic framework. Participants learn prioritization strategies for form adjustments, programming accessory work, and implementing biopsychosocial principles. The course includes hands-on breakouts, case studies, and evidence-based approaches to reduce unnecessary surgeries while bridging fitness and rehab sectors.
Weightlifting Fundamentals
This CEU-approved self-paced course teaches modifications for Olympic lifts (snatch, clean, jerk) in clients with pain or mobility limitations. It covers mechanical efficiency improvements, mobility restoration techniques, and confidence-building strategies for athletes returning to weightlifting. The curriculum integrates practical coaching cues and programming templates for immediate application in clinical or gym settings.
Principles of Musculoskeletal Management
This course enhances musculoskeletal skills through a biopsychosocial lens tailored for barbell athletes. It addresses pain science education, activity modification strategies, and goal-directed movement prescriptions. Professionals learn to integrate strength and conditioning principles into rehabilitation while treating clients holistically with evidence-based approaches for overhead athletes and active older adults.
Strength Training Post-Operative
This program teaches professionals to design strength training programs for post-surgical clients. It focuses on progressive loading strategies, movement pattern reintegration, and pain management techniques. The curriculum includes case-specific modifications for common orthopedic surgeries, emphasizing gradual return-to-lift protocols and collaboration between clinicians and coaches.
Low Back Pain Fundamentals
This evidence-based course provides professionals with tools to address low back pain through strength training modifications. It covers graded exposure techniques, core training innovations, and movement pattern optimizations. The program emphasizes client education on pain neuroscience while offering practical strategies to maintain training continuity without exacerbating symptoms.
People
Dr. Michael Mash
Founder/Owner
Doctor of Physical Therapy and CSCS with expertise in pain management. Created the Barbell Rehab Method Certification after treating thousands of older adults and athletes. Founded the company in 2019 to bridge fitness and rehabilitation sectors.
Cristian Vasquez
Director of Media & Operations
Physical Therapist Assistant with experience in sports medicine clinics. Manages podcast production, social media content, and live course logistics. Focuses on integrating strength training principles into rehabilitation education through multimedia platforms.
Dr. Miles Nicholas
Course Instructor
Doctor of Physical Therapy and CSCS specializing in overhead athletes and active older adults. Co-creator of Principles of Musculoskeletal Management. Integrates strength and conditioning principles into rehabilitation with an evidence-based approach to holistic client care.
Dr. Ben Geierman
Course Instructor
Doctor of Physical Therapy and CSCS known for expertise in pain neuroscience. Co-creator of Principles of Musculoskeletal Management and host of the Barbell Rehab Podcast. Focuses on helping clients with persistent spine and extremity pain return to valued activities.
Dr. Hays Estes
Course Instructor
Doctor of Physical Therapy and USAW Level 1 Coach specializing in barbell athletes. Creator of Weightlifting Fundamentals and co-creator of the Barbell Rehab Weightlifting Certification. Owns Premier Physical Therapy in Clearwater, FL, with expertise in CrossFitters and high school athletes.
Questions
Who is the Barbell Rehab Method Certification for?
This certification is for fitness and rehab professionals including personal trainers, strength coaches, physical therapists, chiropractors, and athletic trainers seeking evidence-based strategies to modify barbell training for clients with pain.
Are CEUs available for this course?
Yes, the course offers 15.0 CCUs by Texas Board of PT, 1.5 NSCA CEUs, NASM CEUs, and approvals from multiple state PT boards and fitness organizations.
What physical requirements exist for course participation?
The course combines seated lectures with optional hands-on breakouts. Participants choose their own exertion level, with no mandatory movements required during practical sessions.
What is your refund policy for live events?
Full refunds are available 15 days prior to the event. Within 14 days, registrations can be transferred to another participant or used as credit for future events.
How do your courses bridge fitness and rehab professionals?
Our programs create a unified framework for pain management, enabling seamless referrals between clinicians and coaches while reducing unnecessary surgeries through evidence-based strength training modifications.
Reviews (7)
Jennifer Howard
Oct 12, 2021
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I absolutely had no idea what to expect, and frankly the night before had a little "buyers remorse." Man I am so glad I went! absolutely relevant and useful immediately! Dr. Miles was knowledgeable energetic and entertaining and the time flew by! If you're a fitness professional teaching barbell lifts, this is a must!
Roz Mays
Feb 27, 2020
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Dr. Michael clearly values all body types, and is the type of physical therapist I'd feel comfortable sending my nontraditional athletes to (those who are plus size, disabled, neurologically diverse, gender fluid, etc).
Ethan Hurst
Nov 28, 2019
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Dr. Mash is the real deal for any athlete. His complex knowledge of rehab and understanding of body mechanics allow to help elevate training. He keeps you progressing as you work through injuries instead of just the normal take some time off. Great with answering questions thoroughly explaining what he feels are the issues with training or injury.
Cam
Nov 27, 2019
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I wish I met Dr. Mash a year earlier. Prior to working with Dr. Mash I felt broken and incapable of continuing to do what I love - resistance training. After just a couple of sessions with him, I was reassured that I was not broken, and Im confident that I will fully recover (shoulder & hip pain). Dr. Mash does an exceptional job of taking his extensive knowledge/expertise and clearly communicating it to experienced athletes, novice clients, and everyone in between. Highly recommend!
Jami Reighard
Nov 20, 2019
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I met with Dr. Mash this morning, and I can't say enough good things. We talked about my injury history, how it has progressed / regressed, and how it is limiting my athletic performance & goals. In the hour we spent together, I was able to process where / why I was experiencing pain, and he helped me put together a plan to help me hit the athletic goals that I've set. I would absolutely recommend him to my friends, family & clients.
Garrick Burdette
Jun 15, 2019
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Dr. Mash at Barbell Rehab provides a much needed service to those of us who find pushing and pulling on heavy objects to be a fun pastime. My interest in barbell training is due to its effects on general health and wellness. I'm not interested in power-lifting, nor am I actively engaged in any formal type of "athletics." Dr. Mash took the time to listen to my goals and interests. He then performed a thorough evaluation of my training history and the issues that had led me to seek his services (a series of painful back tweaks). Once he had ruled out any serious issue as the cause of my back problem
Samuel Sokol
Feb 27, 2019
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Dude is a genius. I'm a powerlifter who owns a gym so I wanted somebody I could go to that actually understood strength training and wasn't going to just tell me to stop training. I have seen Michael twice now for the issues I am dealing with. After the first session he was able to determine the exact cause of my one problem, which was fixed… through some programming modifications and some exercise execution changes. Today he was again able to determine the cause of another issue and I look forward to implementing his suggestions into my program and seeing these frustrating strains and pains
