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Fitness & Wellness Programs

Fitness needs differ for each person. You might need to heal injuries, build strength, begin an exercise program, or want intensive training for your sport. Get a solid start with support from health professionals who specialize in exercise and fitness. Achieve your goals with help from our experience and fully equipped fitness center.  

Mission Fitness and Wellness Programs are run by licensed physical therapists with extensive experience helping patients improve strength, regain mobility, and relieve pain through exercise and training. But you don't need to be sick or injured to rely on our expertise. We're equally dedicated to helping you maintain health and wellness. We are qualified to assess pain or injury and provide thorough evaluations of muscle strength, flexibility, and overall physical condition. Then we develop customized exercise programs that optimize your performance and help prevent injuries as you pursue daily activities.  

All Abilities and Levels
It doesn't matter if you're a competitive athlete or you've just begun to exercise, we have comprehensive services to meet your needs. If you already have a bothersome pain, come in for a free consultation. If you're an athlete, our intensive training targeted to your sport may help you beat your personal best. And if you're just starting an exercise program, our fitness experts offer motivation, ongoing support, and an exercise program designed just for you. Our fitness and wellness programs are always individualized according to your concerns.    

You can begin a fitness program at Mission Rehabilitation and Fitness Center several ways:  

  • Meet with a personal trainer.
  • Ask for a free consultation if you have a minor injury.
  • Start with one of our specially designed programs for runners or cyclists.
  • Become a member of our fitness center.  

Fitness Center
The fitness center at Mission Rehabilitation and Fitness Center serves a dual purpose. The equipment is used under the guidance of our highly trained professionals during physical therapy. And if you're a fitness center member a screening or consultation can be conveniently scheduled while you're on site. The center is available to all members of the community at a competitive fee.  Take advantage of our online virtual tour to get a first look at the facilities. If you have any questions or want to join the fitness center, call 828-213-0850
 
Your membership provides access to a full-service fitness center staffed by physical therapists, rehab techs, and personal trainers along with the best equipment:  
  • Elliptical trainers
  • Treadmills
  • Bikes
  • Nu step
  • Free weights
  • Weight machines
  • Balance trainers
  • Exercise balls 

Bike Fit Program We're proud to offer this unique program designed to help cyclists improve performance and heal or prevent injuries. If you're cycling for fun we can help with pulled muscles, pedaling problems, or a bike that just doesn't seem to fit properly. Dedicated athletes can benefit from advanced medical bike fitting, and a specialized training program. Our physical therapists understand that cycling requires adequate strength, flexibility, agility, and skill. We're prepared to help with:  

  • Advanced medical bike fitting to optimize performance and comfort
  • Skills development from pedaling to balance
  • Physical therapy for evaluation and treatment of injurues specific to your cycling needs
  • Saddle demo program 

  

Whether you run for personal health or are training for a marathon, running is a demanding activity with high potential for injury. You can reduce the chance of injury through our video analysis of your running form and gait. We'll test your flexibility, body mobility, and trunk stability and together with a freeze-frame analysis of your gait, our experienced therapists target common issues that lead to injury. Our comprehensive care includes:  
  • Video gait analysis
  • Hands-on therapy to improve muscle and joint performance
  • Selection of proper footwear
  • Exercise program to improve form and strength
  • Personalized training plans  


Information & Appointments
If you simply have any questions please contact us using our convenient online form or  please call the Rehabilitation and Fitness Center at 828-213-0850..

To make an appointment, use Mission's One Call Scheduling at 828-213-2222 then press 2.  

Referrals and Insurance  
Some of our sports and fitness services may be covered by your insurance if certain guidelines are met. We file all types of insurance but please check with your provider to verify their requirements.  

Location  - Maps and Directions

Main Clinic with Fitness Center
534 Biltmore Ave
Asheville, NC 28801

Phone: 828-213-0850