Tom Purvis

Educating Personal Trainers since 1989, Tom Purvis’ focus has been on Exercise Mechanics. With his propensity for questioning popular opinion and belief, Tom Purvis has garnered a reputation for his passion for detail, context and clarity to encourage people to think for themselves.

Tom Purvis has been a Licensed Physical Therapist since 1983 specializing in Exercise Mechanics and Strategic Progression.

Tom was the Biomechanics Specialist for the National Academy of Sports Medicine and co-founded the RTS® – Resistance Training Specialist® program, the only continuing education and certification program in the nation specializing in Exercise Mechanics.

Tom has been a guest speaker at such renowned organizations and institutions as IDEA, Purdue University, Medical University of South Carolina, and has served as a keynote speaker at the Mayo Clinic Sport Medicine Symposium and the IDEA Personal Training Summit.