"WHAT SEEMS IMPOSSIBLE TODAY WILL SOON BECOME YOUR WARM-UP"
“Prior to meeting Dan, my orthopedic surgeon had recommended shoulder surgery for both shoulders plus a double knee replacement surgery. I could not lift my arms above my shoulders, and I was unable to walk without pain. Dan developed a tailored personal training regimen for me that included Muscle Activation training, isometrics, recumbent bike and ultimately strength training with weights. As a direct result of the help I received from Dan, my quality of life has improved immensely. The best news is that I have been able to avoid surgery on my shoulders and knees and I have full range of motion enabling me to play golf and enjoy retirement”
- Melita, Arlington, VA
Address the Cause, Not the Symptoms
Plantar Fasciitis
Frozen Shoulder
Flat Feet
Tight Hamstrings
Knee Instability
Sciatica
Back Stiffness
Rotator Cuff Weakness
Neck Stiffness
Patellofemoral Syndrome
ABOUT
DAN HARMAN
Dan Harman is one of the few MAT specialist in the Washington metropolitan area. He completed a comprehensive 10-month internship in MAT (Muscle Activation Techniques), which provided over 175 hours of hands-on classroom education. After a 10-month internship, Dan was certified after completing an 8 hour final exam and practical.
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Dan holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Exercise Science from McDaniel College where he also played football for four years. He also played semi-pro football with the Virginia Mutiny for four years after his graduation.
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Today Dan is a Health & Physical Education Teacher in the Fairfax County School System and proud father of a very energetic daughter who regularly benefits from MAT treatments!
Rates & Packages:
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The first intake session takes approximately 90 minutes and costs $125.
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Subsequent sessions take approximately 60 minutes and cost $100 per session.
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Purchase a package of four sessions and receive a 10% discount.
ABOUT
MAT®
Muscle Activation Techniques, or MAT, is a noninvasive system used to restore symmetry and balance to the body’s muscular system by improving range of motion, joint stability, and muscle strength. MAT helps the muscular system be more efficient and effective, which improves performance and reduces pain.
How is MAT different from chiropractic or massage therapy?
Though often compared to chiropractic care and massage therapy, MAT is quite different from both techniques. A MAT specialist is considered a muscle specialist who helps improve the capability of the muscle to contract and perform its function and activates muscle tissue. That is the sole purpose of MAT—to identify muscles that are not working correctly and improve their function.
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MAT takes a biomechanical approach to making the body more symmetrical, balanced and efficient. It is a specific technique that focuses on the ability to activate a muscle and is based on finding and improving muscular imbalances. The result? Increased range of motion in each affected joint and added stability through the range of motion.
Who uses MAT®?
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Professional and Amateur Athletes
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Equestrians
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Individuals dealing with Excessive Stress
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Individuals who work at a desk all day
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Emergency Response Professionals
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Dancers and Gymnasts
What is a Corrective Exercise Specialist?
A Corrective Exercise Specialist is an expert in human movement assessment. They accurately analyze a client's movement patterns, identify overactive and underactive muscle groups and compensations. Once the assessment process is over, they create programs that optimize clients' ability to move, perform exercises correctly, and reduce tissue tension caused by the load put on the body via training. Corrective Exercise is a terrific complement, if not a necessity, to anyone that wants to ensure they retain their mobility and strength throughout their lifetime.
Contact
To learn more about Muscle Activation Techniques, Corrective Exercise, and how Dan Harman can help you restore your body’s performance, call (703) 629-5435 or e-mail him at musclemob74@gmail.com. You can also complete the form below and Dan will respond within 24 hours.