The EA Platform

Science-Backed
Performance Systems

Assessment, monitoring, and methodology-driven development — for individual athletes, teams, organizations, and institutions. EA designs the system. The prescription is the product. Training, when it exists, is premium and intentional.

“Tomas is a rare find. He has both extraordinary knowledge and an absolute commitment to the health and betterment of his clients. Spend 15 minutes with him and you will see this to be undeniably true. I gladly give him the highest recommendation.”

— Tom Efinger

Individual Athletes · Premium

Assessment &
Premium Coaching

For individual athletes who want the full EA platform experience — clinical-grade assessment, Better Athlete monitoring, and a prescription-driven development plan. Premium coaching at EA is available for select athletes whose profile, goals, and commitment align with what this level of attention requires.

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Adult surfer riding a wave — sport-specific training
25+

Years coaching adult athletes across every sport, fitness level, and decade of life — from first-timers to elite competitors.

Fit to Play™

The goal isn't just looking fit — it's being ready for the moments that matter. A last-minute surf trip. A ski weekend. A soccer league. The playground with your kids. Prepared for the best in life.

Every Rep.
Every Session.
Built Around You.

The Process

How It Works

01

Discovery Conversation

An honest conversation about who you are — athlete, team, or organization — what you're building, and how EA can help design it. No commitment. Just clarity about whether the fit is right.

02

EA Assessment

Clinical-grade assessment at the appropriate tier — from a group Tier 1 baseline event to a full Tier 4 sport-specific battery. This is the objective data layer that every prescription is built from. No guessing.

03

Prescription & Program Design

EA authors the prescription: injury prevention protocols, strength and conditioning progressions, recovery programming, and a re-assessment timeline. Specific to this athlete's data. Actionable by the athlete, their coach, or EA directly.

04

Implementation

Implementation follows the prescription and the context. For individuals: premium coaching at EA, or self-directed with EA support. For teams and organizations: coach-led with EA methodology, or EA-facilitated with partner practitioners. EA designs — execution follows the right path.

05

Reassessment & Evolution

Re-assessment at 6–8 weeks measures real, objective change — the same clinical tools, the same protocol. The prescription updates based on findings. Better Athlete monitoring tracks development between assessments. The system keeps improving.

06

Longitudinal Partnership

The goal is not a program cycle — it is a longitudinal record of athletic development that gets more valuable over time. Annual Tier 1 re-screening, seasonal programming updates, and ongoing Better Athlete monitoring create a platform that grows with the athlete or organization.

Recovery & Longevity · All Athletes

Everyday Balance®

Most performance culture pushes harder, faster, more. Everyday Balance® pushes back. Designed for athletes who want to perform, recover well, and stay healthy for the long run — this program integrates training load, recovery programming, and Better Athlete monitoring into a system that builds longevity rather than burning it.

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Recovery and balance training
Balance

Training and recovery are two sides of the same coin. Everyday Balance® treats both with equal seriousness.

Not Another HIIT Program

High-intensity training has its place — but for most adults, the answer is smarter programming, not more sweat. Everyday Balance® is the antidote to overtraining culture.

Recovery Is Training.
Treat It That Way.

Everyday Balance® · Recovery

The Recovery
Stack

Performance training only works when recovery keeps pace with it. Everyday Balance® treats recovery as a core component of the program — not an afterthought. For adult athletes in their 30s, 40s, 50s and beyond, getting the recovery right is often the difference between consistent progress and chronic breakdown.

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Heat exposure and sauna therapy for adult recovery
30+

Years of personal sauna practice integrated into training — not a wellness trend, but a proven recovery tool used consistently since the beginning.

Heat Exposure & Sauna Therapy

Regular heat exposure improves cardiovascular efficiency, promotes growth hormone release, reduces inflammation, and accelerates soft tissue recovery. For adult athletes managing training load and longevity, it is one of the highest-value tools available.

Post-Rehabilitation

Injury Recovery
& Return
To Sport

Physical therapy gets you out of pain. Performance training gets you back in the game. Tomas bridges that gap — working closely with your PT and physician to ensure a progressive, confident return to full activity.

Discuss Your Recovery
Post-rehabilitation corrective exercise
CES

NASM Corrective Exercise Specialist certification ensures every post-rehab program is grounded in clinical best practice.

Collaborative Care

Tomas works with your orthopedic surgeon, physical therapist, and sports medicine physician — sharing progress reports and adjusting programming based on clinical feedback.

“I cannot say enough good things about Tomas! When I began training at Everyday Athlete®, I had two herniated discs and my everyday was full of discomfort. Tomas met with me and my multiple notes and reports from all the doctors I had seen, and gave me over an hour of his time for free. It was a very informative discussion and I knew I would be in good hands. Within 6–9 months I was feeling so much better, had learned a great deal about my body and daily maintenance, and progressed to a more strenuous workout — soon jumping rope! I am still a regular client at Everyday Athlete®. It is truly a special place run by very special and talented people!”

— Millie Perry

A Return To Play Story

James Rivera.
38 Years Old.
18 Months Of Knee Pain.
Nobody Could Tell Him Why.

The History

James had been a competitive soccer player through his twenties. By 38, he was playing recreational basketball twice a week and running 20 miles a month. Then his left knee started hurting — gradually at first, then constantly. He couldn’t get through a game. He couldn’t run stairs without pain.

Three orthopedic consultations. Two cortisone injections that helped for three to four weeks each. Two separate rounds of physical therapy — each one left him feeling better temporarily, then back to the same pain. His most recent ortho called it “patellar tendinopathy” and told him to “be smart about his training.”

He came to Everyday Athlete® with one question: Why does it keep coming back?

What EA Found

  • Left single-leg squat force output: 68% of right — a significant bilateral deficit that had been present, undetected, for years
  • Everyday Balance® Dual-State finding: under loaded conditions, the deficit increased to 82% — the knee was absorbing load the hip couldn’t handle
  • Severe contralateral hip drop during landing mechanics — the patellar tendon was absorbing forces it was never designed to carry
  • Compensatory overactivation in right quad and calf — asymmetry had migrated; right side now showing early stress patterns
  • Movement history: previous soccer background meant years of accumulated asymmetric loading, never assessed or addressed

The Core Finding

Every treatment James received addressed the tendon. None addressed the biomechanical loading pattern that was destroying it. The Everyday Balance® dual-state assessment revealed what 18 months of clinical work had missed: this was a hip problem wearing a knee disguise.

The Intervention

  • 01
    EA Assessment Protocol Full Everyday Balance® force assessment establishing baseline under both unloaded and loaded conditions. Bilateral deficit documented and mapped. Corrective prescription authored.
  • 02
    Regenerative Medicine Referral EA referred James to a partner sports medicine physician for platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy to the patellar tendon — addressing the tissue damage while the corrective protocol addressed the underlying cause. EA coordinated the handoff and received the clinical return note.
  • 03
    EA Corrective & Loading Protocol 16-week NASM Corrective Exercise Specialist-guided program targeting hip external rotation, glute activation, and single-leg landing mechanics. Progressive loading with weekly force output checks to track symmetry improvement in real time.
  • 04
    BetterAthlete™ Monitoring Weekly HRV tracking, training load management, and protocol compliance monitored through the BetterAthlete™ platform. James could see his force symmetry improving over time — objective proof of progress that kept him committed to the protocol.

James’s BetterAthlete™ Dashboard — Multi-Party View

betterathlete™ James Rivera  ·  Week 20  ·  Personal Dashboard
✓ Green Zone — Full Activity
Green
Current Zone
94%
Force Symmetry L/R
0/10
Knee Pain Score
4/4
Protocol Sessions This Week

Weekly Health Metrics

62ms
HRV Avg
7.2h
Sleep Avg
78
Recovery Score
6%
Force Deficit

Current Protocol

✓ Single-leg strength — maintenance protocolActive
✓ Basketball — full return clearedActive
✓ Running — up to 25mi/weekActive
● Next reassessment — Month 6 check-inApr 28

“Week 20 and you’re trending exactly where we want you. Keep the maintenance protocol running 3×/week. We check in at 6 months to confirm the symmetry has held.”

— EA Coach Note, March 26

betterathlete™ James Rivera  ·  Physical Therapist View  ·  Clearance Protocol
✓ PT Discharge Confirmed

EA Force Measurement Data — Shared With PT

Measurement Trend Wk 0 Wk 20
SLS Force (L)
68% 94%
Loaded Asymmetry
82% 94%
Hip Ext. Rotation
Deficit Normal
Contralateral Drop
Present Resolved

✓ PT clearance criteria met at Week 18: SLS symmetry ≥90%, pain-free range of motion, no contralateral drop on single-leg landing. Formal discharge note sent to EA.

PT Communication Log — EA Shared Updates

Week 1 — Initial Handoff EA → PT

EA assessment findings forwarded: bilateral force deficit (68%), hip external rotation weakness, loaded asymmetry (82%). EA Corrective protocol v1 shared. PT to coordinate on tissue loading parameters around PRP injection timeline.

Week 6 — Protocol Coordination PT → EA

PRP response positive. Tissue loading cleared to progress. PT confirming James can advance to Phase 2 EA loading protocol. Hip isolation exercises showing results in clinical testing. Continue plan.

Week 12 — Re-assessment Shared EA → PT

EA force re-assessment: SLS symmetry 85%, loaded asymmetry 88%. Contralateral hip drop improved 60%. Sport-specific drills introduced this week. Sharing updated data for PT records.

Week 18 — Clearance Confirmed PT → EA + MD

All PT discharge criteria met. SLS symmetry 94%, pain 0/10, full ROM, no landing compensation. Formal clearance note sent to EA and Dr. Chen. James cleared for full unrestricted sport activity.

betterathlete™ James Rivera  ·  Sports Medicine View  ·  Dr. M. Chen, MD — Regenerative Sports Medicine
✓ Return To Play Authorized

Clinical Timeline — EA Data In Medical Record

Week 0 — Initial Consultation

EA assessment data reviewed in full. Force deficit 68% L, loaded asymmetry 82%. Patellar tendinopathy confirmed on ultrasound. EA biomechanical findings align with clinical picture. PRP recommended — tissue-level treatment while EA addresses the mechanical cause.

Week 3 — PRP Injection + Protocol Coordination

PRP administered to left patellar tendon. EA loading protocol (Phase 1) reviewed and approved. Eccentric loading parameters set in coordination with EA trainer. Loading progression timeline agreed: no plyometric activity for 4 weeks post-injection.

Week 10 — 6-Week PRP Follow-Up

Ultrasound shows positive tissue response. Pain score reduced from 7/10 to 2/10. EA force data (Week 12): symmetry 85%, loaded asymmetry 88%. Tissue healing consistent with mechanical loading improvement. Advance to Phase 3 protocol approved.

Week 18 — Return To Play Authorization

EA final force assessment reviewed: SLS symmetry 94%, pain 0/10, full ROM. PT clearance received. All return-to-play criteria met. Full sport clearance authorized. Formal RTP letter issued. Follow-up at 6 months to confirm durability.

Return To Play Criteria — Status

SLS force symmetry ≥90%✓ 94%
Loaded asymmetry ≤10%✓ 6%
Pain score 0/10 at all intensities✓ 0/10
Contralateral hip drop resolved✓ Resolved
Full ROM — pain free✓ Confirmed
PT formal discharge received✓ Week 18

MD Clinical Note

“The collaboration between EA’s biomechanical protocol, the PT, and the regenerative intervention is the reason this outcome was different. The EA force data gave us objective clearance criteria that made the RTP decision clinical and measurable, not subjective. This is what coordinated sports medicine care looks like.”

— Dr. M. Chen, MD — Regenerative Sports Medicine

How BetterAthlete™ Facilitates Multi-Party Communication

EA Trainer

Conducts force assessments, designs protocol, monitors BetterAthlete™ data weekly. Acts as central coordinator — shares data packages with PT and MD at each milestone.

Physical Therapist

Receives EA force data and loading parameters. Coordinates tissue-loading boundaries. Sends clinical progress notes back to EA. Issues formal discharge when criteria met.

Sports Medicine MD

Reviews EA biomechanical data to inform clinical decisions. Coordinates injection timing with EA loading protocol. Issues RTP authorization using EA objective criteria.

Athlete

Sees own GYR zone, protocol tasks, and metrics in real time. Logs compliance and symptoms daily. Receives coach notes and milestone updates. Never guesses about progress.

betterathlete™ James Rivera  ·  Return To Play Timeline  ·  20-Week Protocol
✓ Cleared — Week 18

Zone History — From Assessment Through Clearance

Week 0 — Assessment
Red
Force asymmetry 32%. Pain at rest. No training clearance.
Week 6 — PRP + Protocol
Yellow
Symmetry improving to 78%. Pain reduced. Modified training started.
Week 12 — Loaded Testing
Yellow
Loaded symmetry 85%. Pain score 1/10. Sport-specific drills introduced.
Week 18 — Clearance
Green
Force symmetry 94%. Pain score 0/10. Full basketball clearance granted.

Force Symmetry Trend — Left vs Right SLS Output

Wk 0
Wk 3
Wk 6
Wk 9
Wk 12
Wk 15
Wk 18

Left SLS force symmetry: 68% (Week 0) → 94% (Week 18). Target was ≥90%. Cleared with margin.

betterathlete™ James Rivera  ·  Week 20  ·  Post-Clearance Monitoring
Green Zone — Full Activity

Current Status — Week 20

Green
Current Zone
94%
Left/Right Force Symmetry
0
Pain Score (was 7/10)
Cleared
Full Basketball & Running
✓ James returned to full basketball at Week 18. Pain score 0/10. Monitoring continues through the season. Start Your Assessment →
A note on the collaborative approach

“The PRP addressed the tissue damage that 18 months of loading had caused. But without correcting the movement pattern, the tissue would have failed again in six months. The reason James is pain-free and playing isn’t the injection — it’s because we found what the injection couldn’t fix and addressed it systematically. That’s what the Everyday Balance® methodology does that conventional assessment doesn’t.”

— Tomas Anthony, Everyday Athlete®

Teams · Schools · Organizations · Premium

Consulting &
Methodology Design

EA designs, develops, and implements science-backed athletic development solutions for teams, sport organizations, schools, and athletic departments. The engagement can span assessment infrastructure, full-season programming, coach education, or institutional system design. EA architects the solution — implementation follows the partner's context.

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Adult sport-specific training session
PES

NASM Performance Enhancement Specialist — sport-specific programming to make you measurably better at what you love.

Inspired By Sports

Everyday Athlete's methodology draws from surfing, boxing, climbing, ballet, and more to create workouts that build dynamic, multi-directional athleticism — not just gym strength.

“I train with Tomas 2–3x a week. He keeps my body prepared for whatever I want to do — backcountry skiing, week-long trips remotely on motorbikes, or a weekend soccer game in the park with my 16-year-old son. Since I first walked into his studio 20 years ago, I’ve benefitted from his expertise, focus and ability to make fitness fun, challenging and address my specific movement differences. Our whole family has grown up in his care, and benefitted from his deep coaching knowledge, creativity, and caring.”

— Zeke Freeman

Specialty Programs

Sport-Specific
Branded Programs

Everyday Surfer®

Sport-specific training and lifestyle coaching for surfers of every age and ability. Paddle strength, rotational power, hip mobility, balance training, and the ocean conditioning that keeps you in the water longer and surfing better every season.

Paddle · Power · Flow · Longevity

Liquid Fitness®

Built for snowboarders, skaters, skiers, and boardsports athletes. Fluid movement, edge control, rotational athleticism, and the proprioceptive training foundation that makes every run, every line, and every session feel more connected and controlled.

Edge · Flow · Control · Power

Both programs are available as standalone offerings or integrated into an Everyday Athlete® performance training plan. Get in touch to discuss your sport →

Methodology

Data-Driven.
Methodology-First.
Always Prescribed.

The EA methodology is authored from 25+ years of applied research and refined through thousands of athlete assessments — individual, team, and institutional. Every program begins with objective data. Every prescription is specific to that athlete's findings. No two prescriptions are the same, because no two athletes have the same data.

Clinical infrastructure — force platform measurement, 3D kinematic analysis, bilateral force profiling, fatigue protocols — is connected to Better Athlete's ongoing monitoring layer. Together they create a living athlete intelligence record. Tomas's role is not to deliver sessions. It is to design the system, author the prescription, and ensure the solution actually serves the athlete or organization it was built for.

Common Questions

Adult Athlete
FAQs

What does the EA assessment actually measure?

The EA assessment is a clinical-grade evaluation of your movement quality, strength asymmetries, mobility, and injury risk factors. Depending on your tier, it includes force platform testing, bilateral force profiling, 3D kinematic analysis, and a sport-specific battery. You leave with objective data — not general advice.

I've worked with personal trainers before. How is this different?

EA starts with a clinical assessment — every program is prescribed from objective data, not from a template. Tomas is not delivering workout sessions. He is authoring your individual prescription: movement correction, strength progressions, recovery programming, and an injury risk management strategy built specifically for your body and your goals.

How often will I train and what does a typical week look like?

Most adult athletes train 2–3 sessions per week. Your weekly structure is designed around your work schedule, recovery capacity, and programming phase — not a one-size schedule. Some clients train with Tomas directly; others follow a self-directed program with periodic coaching check-ins.

I'm in my 30s, 40s, or 50s. Is this program for me?

Absolutely. The Everyday Balance® program was specifically designed for adult athletes who want to perform at a high level without breaking down. Recovery programming, longevity-focused training loads, and BetterAthlete monitoring make it especially effective for athletes managing the demands of life outside sport.

I'm coming off an injury or just finished PT. Can EA help?

Yes — this is one of the most common starting points. Tomas coordinates directly with your PT or physician, reviews your discharge notes, and authors programming that bridges the gap between rehab and return-to-performance. You are never starting from zero, and you are never guessing what's next.

Where do sessions take place?

Sessions are held at multiple locations across New York City and online. Once we're connected, Tomas will identify the right location based on your needs and programming phase. A permanent studio location is coming — details available on your intro call.

How long does it take to see results?

Objective reassessment happens at 6–8 weeks — using the same clinical tools as your initial assessment so changes are measurable, not anecdotal. Most athletes notice improved movement quality and reduced pain within the first few weeks. Performance and composition changes take longer and are tracked through BetterAthlete monitoring.

Is there a long-term commitment?

EA is designed for longitudinal partnership, not a single program cycle. That said, it starts with a conversation — there's no pressure to commit before you're clear on whether the fit is right. The best athletes we work with tend to stay for years, because the system keeps getting more valuable the more data it accumulates.

Connected Resources

Everyday Athlete Platform

BetterAthlete™
App

Daily readiness tracking, training logs, and progress monitoring designed for youth athletes. Track your RISK zone, stay connected with your EA coach, and stay on protocol every day.

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Schedule

Upcoming
Events

Clinics, workshops, assessment days, and parent information sessions. See what’s available near you and register your athlete for the next available session.

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Start With
An Assessment.

Whether you're an individual athlete, a team, or an organization — the first step is understanding your data. Initial consultation is complimentary. The assessment is the foundation of everything EA builds.

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