A2 Physical Therapy Resources


Neufit Method: To Learn more about the Neufit Method and Neubie we use in both our Tacoma and Gig Harbor Clinics visit their website here www.neu.fit

Quiet Mind for Kids: Alika wrote a children's book called "Quiet Mind for Kids" intended to give our youth simple tools to improve their mindset and become the best version of themselves. QM4Kids is available for purchase on Amazon

For New Clients: We suggest printing and completing the following forms to bring with you for your first visit to A2. This will maximize the time spent with your therapist; if you’re unable to do this we suggest coming in 20 minutes before your appointment to complete them in our waiting area.

Single Leg Squat to work on strength, coordination, and balance
Two simple, effective, hamstring stretches
Chair lunge for hips and back
Hip Mobility and Strengthening Exercises
Improve Posture & Reduce Neck & Back Pain
Mobility For Those Sitting For Long Periods
Toe Taps: Strengthen Shins, Ankles & Feet - Good for Runners!
Wall T's: Combats Neck & Back Pain From Sitting All Day
Thoracic Rotation: Improve Posture & Reduce Neck & Back Pain
Great Mobility For Rotational Athletes
Alikas Favorite Hamstring Stretch:
Turtle Herders
Thoracic Extension: Neck/back relief for those that sit for long periods
Mobility and Stability Exercise Called The Hip Airplane
Great Hip Mobility Exercise
Nerve Flexibility Exercise
Spinal Mobility
Spinal Mobility and Postural Awareness Part 2
Shoulder exercises for Baseball & Softball Players
Reduce Pain & Lateral Hip Tightness

"Physically and mentally as healthy as I can be is my goal. My father lived to 93 and fairly healthy physically and mentally. My mother is 96 years old and is failing mentally and physically. I have watched the good and bad of aging. My chances of longevity is good but I want to be mentally and physically as healthy as I can be. Not until I started working out with Kristi Cruz at A2 did I know how to prepare myself for my road ahead. Kristi has given me the tools and information for me to understand what I need. She has led me by my hands and feet to improve me physically and talked and explained to help me understand the process. Working out with Kristi two or three times per week is a priority and my recipe for good mental and physical health. My name is Geri Markham and I am 71 years old. I feel as fit as I could be at my age. I have to give all the credit to Kristi Cruz at A2 for walking with me through the process. I would recommend Kristi totally if you are interested in learning to be physically and mentally healthy as you move on in life. Life is good thanks to A2 and Kristi Cruz."

− Geri

"Before I started coming to A2 I was always tired and could barely pick up or carry my grandchildren a ½ block. After the first 6 weeks of working with Kristi I got a big surprise when I took my grandchildren to a festival and carried the youngest 4 blocks before she woke up enough to walk. I then picked her up and put her on my shoulders so she could see better without effort. I was amazed at how much strength I had gained in a short time. I continue to see improvement in my strength and I’m no longer tired all the time."

− Jacki

"I loved it here! Everyone was so kind and welcoming and it is a very comfortable space to be in. That made it 100X easier to work on things, and ask plenty of questions. I seriously can’t think of anything to improve upon! Everything worked and helped me feel better, and is so exciting! Because of this, I can do more, and spend less time hurting."

− Georgia