Performance Therapist
Chris Ecklund
MA, LMT, NKT, CSCS, CES, PES, USAW
Chris Ecklund brings decades of experience in performance and human optimization, working with athletes, executives, and high-performing individuals. He specializes in translating complex science into practical strategies that improve movement, resilience, and long-term health.
Chris Ecklund has spent nearly 30 years immersed in the pursuit of performance—helping athletes, professionals, and organizations reach their full potential. From physical training and wellness to leadership and education, his mission has remained consistent: help people thrive. Whether working one-on-one or guiding teams, Chris focuses on practical strategies that drive meaningful, lasting results.
With a Bachelor's and Master's degree in Kinesiology and numerous certifications—including Strength and Conditioning Specialist, Corrective Exercise Specialist, USA Weightlifting Coach, and Licensed Massage Therapist—Chris built a reputation as both a practitioner and educator. He founded and served as CEO of Prevail Conditioning Performance Center, taught kinesiology at the university level, and became a Master Trainer for the National Academy of Sports Medicine. His excellence in teaching earned him an Adjunct Faculty Teaching Award from Westmont College.
An international speaker and writer, Chris is known for translating science into actionable strategies. He has presented globally on movement, performance, and leadership, influencing athletes, executives, coaches, and health professionals alike. His work consistently integrates evidence-based practice with long-term sustainability in wellness and performance.
Chris has also expanded into leadership and business development, applying performance principles—assessment, strategy, discipline, and adaptability—to organizational growth. Today, through Integrated Performance, LLC, he works with C-suite executives, elite athletes, and high-performing individuals focused on healthspan as much as lifespan. Based in Pittsboro, North Carolina, Chris lives with his wife, Emily, and their two children. His faith and family anchor his philosophy that true wellness supports not just individual success, but vitality, relationships, and longevity.
