Gina Meyer is a Doctor of Physical Therapy who has been a leader in the field of outpatient physical therapy and sports medicine, providing the highest quality, patient-focused care since 2003. In her early career, Dr. Meyer practiced across many states, becoming an experienced manual therapist with multiple orthopedic specializations (including treatment and prevention of running injuries). She is a published researcher in outpatient rehabilitation. She founded Best Life Physical Therapy and Sports Medicine on the East Coast in 2012 and remains an active partner there, while also owning and operating Rise Pacific Physical Therapy and Sports Medicine in Thousand Oaks.Dr. Meyer has a true passion for helping her patients beat their pain so that they can get back to doing the things they love. This pursuit led to her role as founder and host of the Rise Resolute Podcast, a podcast designed to connect women through female athletes’ stories of grit and perseverance. Dr. Meyer believes that being active is a privilege that enhances our lives in so many ways. She is an avid runner and advocate for movement and running, which has countless physical and mental benefits, including improved stress management and decreased anxiety/depression, which is more important than ever at this time. Gina founded the non-profit ARC (Active, Resolute, Connected) based on her passion for empowering through the mental and physical benefits of movement. ARC supports a wide range of movement programming including individualized virtual coaching (which includes access to virtual physical therapy, athlete mentorship, and mindfulness practices) in addition to in-person and virtual group classes for fragile seniors and adults with Autism, Down Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, and all ranges of abilities. This work has changed any lives. Dr. Meyer also recently published Rise Resolute Little Hearts, a children's book aimed at building mental resilience in our children. She was overjoyed to be invited to read the book and talk about resilience with multiple classes in the LVUSD school system.Dr. Meyer believes deeply in our connections to one another and the beauty of empowering ALL to share their unique gifts with the world. Together we can RISE.