I get you back on the road or trail as fast as possible
I’m Luke Hollomon. Physical therapist, physiologist, endurance athlete. Here to get you back out there safely and healthily.
Steeped in knowledge to help you.
As a physical therapist, physiologist, and endurance athlete myself, I have the tools to help you get healthy and return to your sport. I’m not going to tell to stop. I’ll tell you how you can get going again.
What I Offer
Sports Physical Therapy
I know your sports and how to prepare you for them. Running, cycling, swimming, throwing sports, soccer, volleyball, and more.
Direct Access
Believe it or not, you don’t need a prescription to see a physical therapist with most insurances. You can come straight in. Skip the ortho and get what works.
Insurance Accepted
I work for Bon Secours Physical Therapy at Richmond Community Hospital and we take most insurance plans. Call for details.
804-225-1732
Personalized Exercise Program
No matter what’s going on, I’ll craft an exercise program that’s perfect for you. Just for you.
Return to Sport Program
Let’s get you back on the road, trail, or field safely and quickly. Avoid reinjury and get back out there.
Gait Analysis
I’ll use video tools to break down your gait step by step to see exactly what’s going on and how I can help.
“Luke listened to me better than any PT I’ve ever had. He made me feel confident that I’d recover. And he was right.”
Anne
Former patient, current ultramarathoner
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Sharing My Expertise
I’m here to empower you to get better, so I share my information. See the posts below or the full blog for details.
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Wrap Shoes are Faster Than Laced.
Here’s what they are and why. Pretty much every shoe has laces. Sometimes straps, sure, but your running shoes have laces. Always have, but possibly not always will. As someone who started out as a cyclist before moving to running, seeing a wrap closure on a shoe isn’t surprising, but it does stand out at…
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Ibuprofen Can Worsen Recovery – A New Study Points to How
Self-medication with NSAIDs before and/or after exercise is exceedingly common, especially in older athletes. There are aches and pains and ibuprofen can take them away, making it a tempting solution before an event or hard exercise session. Unfortunately, there’s no free lunch here, as a new study shows how ibuprofen can worsen exercise recovery and…
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What a Foam Roller Does, What it Doesn’t, and How to Use It To Improve Your Cycling
The foam roller has had a moment. And rightly so. This cheap block of high density styrofoam offers performance and flexibility benefits to everyone, from office workers to olympic athletes. The foam roller and stretch out strap are the most democratic of performance tools. But what does sliding around on styrofoam actually do to your…
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How to Combine Strength and Endurance Training
Can you get fit and strong at the same time? Any endurance athlete who has undertaken a strength training program understands the accompanying anxiety. Should you lift first? Ride first? Is running or riding less okay since you’re also lifting? These are tough, anxiety inducing questions. Core work, weightlifting, and plyometric exercises are important additions…
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Does Overnight Protein Work? Scientists Weight In
The concept of overnight protein has become trendy in the cycling and triathlon community. Predictably so, few concepts sell better than “Get faster while you sleep.” The theory behind this sounds quite good. Your body repairs itself while you sleep, so giving it more building blocks to work with should help it repair more effectively.…
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Best Trail Runs Near Richmond
Some of these runs are in RVA, some are a bit afield. All are worth your time. Each Strava post has more details.
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Why Your Time Trial Bike Slows you down
Learn what Fabian Cancellara did, and how aero does not equal fast. I feel slow on my TT bike. I know that I should feel like a rocket ship, and I did when it was brand new. Now that the chainless feelings that come with a new bike have worn off, it feels slow. Fortunately,…
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Good Running Form Starts at the Ankle
Dorsiflexion. Dorsiflexion. Dorsiflexion. It’s the location location location of running. Here’s why. Traditionally, there are two ways to look at running form, from the feet up or from the trunk down. I choose neither. I work from the ankle out, because good running form is all about dorsiflexion. For you forefoot strikers, this is still…
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Richmond Running Groups, A Complete(ish) List
This is a work in progress! More all the time. Okay, it’s definitely not complete. There are new ones all the time and I’m sure I’m missing some old ones too. If you know one that I should add, hit the button below and fill out the super quick form, then I’ll get things added…
Disclaimer: I work for Bon Secours, but I do not speak for them on this website. Nothing written here should be construed to be the opinion of my employer, it’s all mine. Also, though I’m a physical therapist, I’m not your physical therapist. I am not here to give you medical advice. This website does not provide medical advice. It is for informational and educational purposes only. I am not liable for any risks or issued associated with using or acting upon the information presented here. The information presented here is not a substitute for any kind of professional advice and you should not rely solely on it nor should you disregard any medical advice based on opinions and information expressed on this website. Consult a medical professional before following any exercise or fitness advice to determine that it is right for your needs.