In the world of physical performance, the image of a grueling, hour-long gym session has long been the gold standard. We’ve been conditioned to believe that meaningful results only come from intense, dedicated blocks of exercise. But what if small, continuous bursts of movement—movement snacks—are actually the secret to long-term…

If you’re serious about improving your performance, recovery, energy, and overall health, it’s time to stop guessing and start measuring. At our clinic and performance center in Portland, Oregon, we specialize in metabolic testing — including Resting Metabolic Rate (RMR) Testing and Graded Exercise Testing (GXT). Since we’ve written a…

Athlete HistoryWhen I first met Matt in December 2022, I was introduced to him through a mutual connection. At the time, I was working in medical equipment sales, specifically focusing on safe patient handling and ICU room design. During a conversation with a well-established ergonomics professional, I shared my aspirations…

At Prime Performance, we believe massage therapy is a key part of rehabilitation, wellness, and performance optimization—not just a luxury. Whether you’re recovering from an injury, training for a race, or simply looking to move and feel better, massage can play a key role. Below is a clear, summarized, research-based…

Understanding Your Metabolism At Prime Performance, we believe peak performance begins with understanding how your body uses energy. Our resting metabolic rate (RMR) testing reveals how many calories your body burns at rest—giving athletes and active individuals the insight needed to fine-tune nutrition, recovery, and training. This data forms the…