The Gap We Couldn’t Ignore
We kept seeing the same thing. Athletes who were doing everything right — training hard, staying consistent, showing up — getting care that wasn’t built for them.
Most PT is designed around getting you out of pain and out the door. That’s not enough for someone who trains the way you do. You deserve a provider who understands what it means to train consistently — and how much is at stake when that gets disrupted.
We built Forward Physio because that gap shouldn’t exist.
Our Approach
We start where it matters — your training, your goals, and what’s getting in the way.
From there, we build a plan around you. Not a generic protocol. A structured process that rebuilds your foundation, develops strength you can trust, and gets you back to training with confidence instead of hesitation.
The goal isn’t baseline. It’s better than before.
And because we’re embedded in Tampa Bay’s fitness community — run clubs, gyms, and everything in between — we understand the lifestyle you’re protecting.
Our Vision, Values & Mission
Our vision is a world where performance and longevity coexist — and movement is the medicine that makes it possible.
2025 Mission: Treat 1,440 people, mentor 3 aspiring or current physical therapists, and create a community that shares our values.
Your Movement Experts
Dr. Nicholas Tanner, PT, DPT
Doctor of Physical Therapy & Co-Founder
A marathon. Two bodybuilding shows. Hyrox on deck. Dr. Nick Tanner trains the way his clients train: across disciplines, under load, and always building toward the next challenge.
He works primarily with hybrid athletes who blend lifting and conditioning, and brings deep expertise in strength sports from bodybuilding to powerlifting to Olympic lifting. That combination gives him a rare understanding of barbell mechanics and the subtle limitations that quietly hold performance back.
Expect precision, discipline, and a program built for the long game. Whether you’re chasing a PR, refining technique, or rebuilding after a setback, Dr. Nick helps you come back stronger, more confident, and ready for what’s next.
Dr. Danny Xu, PT, DPT
Doctor of Physical Therapy & Co-Founder
Dr. Danny Xu works with hybrid athletes who love to lift, run, and push their limits both in and out of the gym. He understands the demands of balancing strength training, conditioning, and a full life – because he trains the same way.
Dr. Danny has competed in Hyrox and is currently training for upcoming events this year. His own hybrid approach shapes the way he treats and programs for his athletes – because he knows firsthand what it takes to build toward a goal without breaking down in the process.
His expertise in movement assessment, dry needling, and targeted exercise prescription helps active adults stay strong, resilient, and consistently moving forward. Whether you’re building toward your next race, dialing in your lifting performance, or trying to do both, Dr. Danny brings a thoughtful, performance-driven approach to every session.
“Dr. Danny was great! He was always very understanding and attentive to any issues I had. He taught me a lot over the past couple weeks and I will continue to use that information in my daily life. I definitely recommend him for any of your PT needs.”
The Forward Physio Difference
You’re not here to be managed. You’re here to keep moving.
Every session at Forward Physio is built around your training, your goals, and what it takes to get you there. That means thorough movement assessments, hands-on care, and programming that evolves as you do.
Your program is built around how you train — not copied from a template.
Just a clear path forward — so you can get back to training harder, more confidently, and with a body you trust.
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