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JAXSON
RIVERS

Elite High-Performance Coach & Movement Specialist. I engineer bespoke physical conditioning and nutritional frameworks for professional athletes and executives, turning human potential into measurable kinetic impact.

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High performance running and sprinting biomechanics
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Career Trajectory

Professional Milestones

2021 — Present

Lead High-Performance Director

Apex Athletic Syndicate | London, UK

  • Architected and implemented a comprehensive biomechanical screening protocol, reducing athlete non-contact injury rates by 42% over two competitive seasons.
  • Engineered advanced periodization models for a roster of 40+ professional MMA fighters and Olympic-level sprinters.
  • Integrated wearable technology (Whoop, Oura) data streams into individualized micro-cycles to optimize autonomic nervous system recovery.
  • Mentored a cross-functional team of 6 junior coaches and 2 sports dietitians to unify the facility’s performance philosophy.
2018 — 2021

Senior Strength & Conditioning Coach

Ignite Elite Fitness | New York, NY

  • Designed hyper-customized strength protocols for C-level executives, scaling the "Executive Athlete" program revenue by 150% in Year 1.
  • Pioneered a proprietary velocity-based training (VBT) curriculum that increased average client power output by 18% in 12 weeks.
  • Facilitated weekly biomechanics workshops for staff, establishing a standardized baseline for foundational movement patterns.
2016 — 2018

Movement Specialist & Rehabilitation Liaison

Kinetics Physio Clinic | Austin, TX

  • Bridged the gap between clinical physical therapy and high-level sports performance, successfully transitioning 100+ athletes back to full competition.
  • Developed a scalable ACL return-to-play protocol utilized by three local university athletics departments.
  • Conducted rigorous force-plate analysis to identify and correct asymmetrical loading mechanisms in post-operative clients.
Technical Stack Radar

Coaching Architecture

Physical Conditioning

Velocity-Based Training 95%
Biomechanics & Screening 90%
Plyometric Periodization 88%
Olympic Lifting Hypertrophy Prehab/Rehab

Nutritional Science

Macro/Micro Periodization 92%
Weight-Cutting Protocols 85%
Metabolic Adaptation 80%
Supplementation Gut Health Hydration Strategies

Performance Tech

Force Plate Analytics 85%
Wearable Data (Whoop/Oura) 98%
VBT Hardware (GymAware) 90%
Trainerize TrueCoach MyFitnessPal API
Transformation Engineering

Client Case Studies

Combat sports athlete resting
Hypertrophy Weight Cut Force Absorption

Pro MMA Fighter: Title Bout Prep

Objective: Safely orchestrate an 18lb weight cut while maintaining explosive power for a 5-round championship fight.

Execution: Deployed an 8-week undulating periodization model prioritizing fast-twitch muscle fiber retention. Integrated an aggressive, scientifically-backed water titration protocol during fight week.

Impact: Athlete hit championship weight flawlessly, reported zero central nervous system fatigue, and secured a 3rd-round KO victory.

Sprinter starting on track
Biomechanics VBT Force Plates

Olympic Sprinter: Start Acceleration

Objective: Shave 0.15s off the initial 30m drive phase by correcting asymmetrical block clearances.

Execution: Utilized dual-axis force plates to map the kinetic chain deficit. Designed an isolated unilateral plyometric program to balance peak force generation between the lead and trail leg.

Impact: Achieved a 12% increase in rate of force development (RFD) in the weaker limb, resulting in a consistent 0.18s reduction in 30m split times over the season.

Executive training with kettlebells
Metabolic Health HRV Tracking Longevity

The "Executive Athlete" Protocol

Objective: Reverse pre-diabetic markers and severe chronic fatigue for a high-stress, travel-heavy CEO (45 Y/O).

Execution: Built a low-barrier, hotel-friendly minimalist training framework. Synced Oura ring data API to monitor Heart Rate Variability (HRV) and dynamically adjust workout intensity via Trainerize.

Impact: HbA1c normalized within 16 weeks. Resting heart rate decreased by 12 bpm. Client reports a 200% perceived increase in cognitive stamina during board meetings.

Rehabilitation ACL Protocol Isometrics

D1 Point Guard: Post-Op ACL Return

Objective: Bridge the 6-to-12 month recovery gap following surgical ACL reconstruction, ensuring confident return to high-impact multidirectional play.

Execution: Transitioned from clinical PT into high-performance strength. Emphasized overcoming isometrics and controlled eccentric deceleration drills to rebuild patellar tendon tolerance and psychological confidence.

Impact: Cleared for full-contact practice at month 9. Completed the subsequent NCAA season playing 30+ minutes per game with zero secondary knee pathology.

Endorsements

Industry Verification

"Jaxson doesn't just write workouts; he engineers human performance. His meticulous integration of force plate data revolutionized our team's injury prevention strategies. He is, without a doubt, a premier architect of athletic development."

Marcus Vance

Head of Sports Medicine, Apex Syndicate

"As a fighter, weight cuts are usually hell. Under Jaxson's nutritional protocols, I stepped into the cage feeling explosive, hydrated, and dangerous. His scientific approach to metabolic management is unmatched in this industry."

Elias "The Wraith" Thorne

Professional MMA Athlete

"Bringing Jaxson in to overhaul our executive wellness program was the highest ROI decision we made last year. He translates elite athletic concepts into actionable, sustainable habits for busy professionals."

Sarah Jenkins

CEO, TechNova Solutions
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Whether you're an athlete preparing for a career-defining season, an executive seeking physical optimization, or a facility needing consulting on performance frameworks—drop me a line.

Current Availability: Open for Select Freelance Missions & Contracts

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