About The Wilderness Fitness Institute
Your Guide to Peak Wilderness Performance


More Than Just a Coach - A Fellow Hunter
Born in Ohio, raised in the land of beer, cheese, and brats. I grew up in the driftless region of Wisconsin hunting whitetails; getting my first taste of mountain air in 2016 on a clinical rotation in Bonney Lake, WA.
I loved every minute of my time spent hiking, cycling, and driving in the mountains.
Fast forward to 2019, I took my first backpacking and western hunting trip in California.
In 2020, I killed my first black bear on a spot and stalk hunt in California. Two weeks later, I did my first ever elk hunt in Colorado. I packed 13 miles in with a buddy, listened to bugles across the mesa all day and night for a week. I was hooked without ever having an encounter.
The physical demand of these two trips developed into the creation of The Wilderness Fitness Institute.
Our Guiding Principles
Empowerment
We empower hunters with the knowledge and tools to take control of their fitness.
Education
We prioritize teaching the "why" behind our methods, fostering a deep understanding of movement and recovery.
Results-driven
We focus on tangible outcomes, helping hunters achieve measurable improvements in their strength, mobility, and endurance.
No-Fluff
We cut through complexity, providing clear, concise, and actionable advice.


Why Choose The Wilderness Fitness Institute?
Physical Therapist
Doctor of Physcal Therapy
Strength and Conditioning Specialist
What Our Clients Are Saying

Odie F.
"Rob is amazing! He listened to my concerns and challenged me with my recovery, which was helpful! I didn’t feel like just another patient. Not every day you go to physical therapy and are asked how your family is doing! Rob is legit!”

Will M.
“Wilderness PT is the real deal. I could draw my bow back, but had a lot of discomfort on the right side of my neck. He went through the exact exercises/stretching I needed to do. I'm still doing these exercises, but I am entirely pain free.”

Crystal F.
"Rob did such an amazing job helping my husband after having bilateral knee replacements. My husband was NOT looking forward to PT, but he liked going once he met Rob. Thanks for helping to get him up and going again for hunting and fishing season!”

Justin B.
"Dr. Rob will you get back on the mountain in no time with his program. Easy to follow exercises and great one on one experience."

Nicole D.
"Dr Rob with Wilderness Physical Therapy has been amazing to work with! While preparing for hunting season, I tried a couple of his programs and am amazed by the results I’ve seen so far. Highly recommend Dr Rob and any of his services!"

Melissa Herek
"I recently completed the Wilderness Fitness Program, and I can't recommend it enough! Rob provided exceptional personalized coaching that not only focused on movement but also taught me how to structure my workouts effectively.
Over the 12 weeks, I saw significant improvements in my physical health and the benefits and knowledge I gained will help me moving forward. What I appreciated most was the holistic approach—Rob also addressed critical performance factors like nutrition and sleep, which have truly optimized my overall health and fitness.
This program has empowered me to take charge of my wellness long-term. Whether I’m hunting, hiking or working out, I am healthier and stronger than I ever have been(25# lighter as well!).
Rob, thank you for your guidance and support on this journey!
If you're looking to enhance your physical performance and overall well-being, this is the program for you!"

Chase R.
“I started working with Dr. Rob in January of 2020. I was not a runner by any means. He asked what equipment I had, the time I had, and all the places I could possibly workout. As a UPS driver with a wife and 2 kids, I had very limited time. In the 8 or 9 months of training, I stayed completely injury free.”

Chris F.
"Rob is a great physical therapist and got me in shape for my sheep hunt in September! I had horrible knees and he got me to 100% in no time!"

Klint R.
"Wilderness Physical Therapy was a terrific experience. I talked with Rob about an issue I was having with my shoulder. After pointing out the area, he introduced me to accutubing. I began using the tubing as he directed and after just a few days, I was already experiencing relief from the shoulder pain."

Audrey P.
"Rob's passion for fitness, as well as, the outdoors is undeniable. I've been using his exercise methods to help alleviate my knee pain, and now my hip pain. I've saved a lot of money by not having to take pain meds anymore; and I have been able to run the hills during turkey season, shed hunting, and deer season."
Stan A.
"It's been lots of years since my lower back and hips didn't hurt. Met Rob at an archery shoot in Durango and tried his 15 minute free session. After that, I signed up and he built me a program. After a few weeks, I can definitely say I feel so much better. No more daily constant pain. He does amazing work."

Chris B.
“During a pick-up game of basketball, I rolled my ankle. I had an Arizona late season elk hunt in less than two weeks. Instead of going to the ER, I called Rob that evening. We talked about what may be wrong, and what I needed to do to heal up enough to be able to handle a backpack mountain hunt. We talked about exercises to help heal and strengthen the ankle as much as possible, as well as, good brace options. Thank you Wilderness Physical Therapy for helping me make the most of this long awaited trip.”

Bryan C.
“This past season I injured my shoulder while letting my bow down. I worked on it some (being a PTA I thought I knew just what to do). At the first shoot of the season, it festered and became inflamed. At that shoot, I met Rob with Wilderness Physical Therapy! He quickly diagnosed the issue and provided me with the AccuTubing. I’m happy to report, after a few weeks of diligent work, I’m back to shooting completely pain free!”

Connor E.
"I met Rob at a MAF event where I was really struggling with a knee injury. I work with a federal agency doing wildland fire; having a knee injury, particularly in the summer, is the worst possible scenario. After just a couple weeks of working with Rob, my knee was feeling better. Just 8 weeks later, I am better than I was pre-injury. Runs, hikes, and work all feel great. To anyone on the fence about telehealth and working with Wilderness PT, check it out and trust the system. You’ll be good to go for work or play.”

David P.
“I was having back issues for quite a while. I could not seem to alleviate the pain despite seeing a PT in the clinic. I talked to Rob, he gave me some exercises over the phone to do; plus some video tapes of how to execute the exercises. Within a few days pain started going away, and within a week to two weeks, the pain was gone altogether. Without him, I’m not sure I could’ve went on my last big hunt.”

Adam D.
“Rob is awesome at what he does and his tubing workouts are great. His video and instructions are super easy to follow along with!”

Mel E.
“I absolutely love the approach to maintaining proper health and strength, to both prevent and heal injuries in the outdoor industry. Wilderness Physical Therapy does a phenomenal job at targeting activity specific needs.”
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