Arianne Missimer, PhD, DPT, RD, RKC, CSCS

Dr. Arianne Missimer has spent the past 13 years in the fitness and nutrition industry, specializing in performance enhancement and injury prevention through proper assessment and training methods.  In 2002, Arianne received her BS in Dietetics combined with a fitness concentration at the University of Delaware. She owns and operates CORE Fitness (www.corefitnessstudio.com), a performance training studio, nurturing a diverse group of clientele, including individuals seeking a healthier lifestyle and recreational/ competitive athletes of all levels, to improve their overall performance through proper functional training, conditioning, and nutrition.  She developed CORE’s scientific training and nutrition methodology through clinical practice and successful outcomes. Her passion for performance training led her to pursue her Doctorate of Physical Therapy at Neumann University.

Arianne is the clinic director at Kinetic Physical Therapy (www.kineticptpa.com). She was recently awarded the “2011 Recognized Young Dietitian of the Year” by the American Dietetic Association.  Additionally, she is a Russian Kettlebell Challenge (RKC) Instructor, Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (NSCA-CSCS), Certified Titleist Performance Institute (T.P.I.) Golf Fitness Instructor, and Golf Medical Professional Level 3. She is also certified in the Functional Movement Screen (FMS), Selective Functional Movement Assessment (SMFA), and Y Balance Test. Her personal goal is to restore sustainable and optimal health in individuals of all ages and abilities and to bridge the gap between physical therapy and performance.