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PERFORMANCE FOR LIFE

RÖRE Method was created to break the stigma that movement and health are one size fits all. Every body, mind, and personal mission is different; therefore, each person’s body deserves its own unique approach to movement and health. Our team of experts will custom-tailor a program for you, specifically designed to help you reach your health and performance goals. Whether you’re looking to become healthier, add 60 yards to your drive, complete an Ironman, or simply keep up with your grandkids, we can help.

Movement is medicine, and RÖRE Method was founded with the mission of bringing this philosophy to the health and fitness industry. We want to make it easy for people of all ages and abilities to keep moving and doing the activities they love for as long as possible. So come join us on this journey towards better health and happiness – we can’t wait to show your what’s instore for you at RÖRE!

Sustainable Wellness

+ MODERN MOVEMENT

  • Makenzie Larson, MS, LAT, ATC

    Makenzie, MS, LAT, ATC is a certified and licensed athletic trainer in Michigan and Florida. She received her Master of Science in Sports Medicine from the University of Virginia. In addition, she has a Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy, Applied and Ethics based, and a Minor in Biomedical Sciences from Western Michigan University. She was also a Division 1 soccer goalkeeper, captain, and Bronco Award winner for selfless leadership. While at UVA, Makenzie worked with the 7-time national championship Men’s Soccer Program, and completed her thesis on wearable technology, specifically how to use internal and external load monitoring for injury prevention, return to activity, and performance. She also studied in the clinic and operating rooms for UVA Orthopedic Surgery.

  • Phil Loomis, BS, CSCS

    Phil Loomis, BS, CSCS

    Phil Loomis is a 20-year veteran in the strength and conditioning and fitness industry. While playing Division One Baseball for Eastern Michigan University, he realized the importance of proper training, recovery, nutrition, and mindfulness. This uncovered passion led him to graduate with a BS in Sports Performance and Fitness Entrepreneurship.

    Phil gained certifications as a NASM Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS), Corrective Exercise Specialist, Speed and Agility Specialist, Youth Athletic Development Specialist, and Precision Nutrition Certified Coach. He also has extensive experience working with rotational sport athletes of all ages and levels. He holds certifications from Titleist Performance Institute (TPI), Racquet Fit, and OnBaseU.

    Prior to joining RÖRE Method, Phil was the CEO of Forever Fit, which was developed to promote well-rounded training in youth athletics and movement and strength training in aging adults. Phil joined RÖRE Method because he believes training programs are not one-size-fits-all. They should be tailored to the individual, based on evidence-based practice, and have measurable progress. He also believes you need RÖRE Method’s remaining pillars (nutrition, recovery, mindfulness, community, and sustainability) to fully progress and improve your health.

  • James Bicos, MD

    James Bicos, MD

    RÖRE Method’s Consulting Team Physician

    James Bicos, MD is a fellowship-trained sports medicine orthopedic surgeon with Michigan Orthopedic Surgeons/Performance Orthopedics. He is also the Sports Medicine Fellowship Director at Beaumont Hospital, Royal Oak. As an assistant professor at Oakland University William Beaumont School of Medicine, he is very active in the orthopedic department in teaching the fellows, residents, and medical students.

+ MODERN MOVEMENT

  • Makenzie Larson, MS, LAT, ATC

    Makenzie, MS, LAT, ATC is a certified and licensed athletic trainer in Michigan and Florida. She received her Master of Science in Sports Medicine from the University of Virginia. In addition, she has a Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy, Applied and Ethics based, and a Minor in Biomedical Sciences from Western Michigan University. She was also a Division 1 soccer goalkeeper, captain, and Bronco Award winner for selfless leadership. While at UVA, Makenzie worked with the 7-time national championship Men’s Soccer Program, and completed her thesis on wearable technology, specifically how to use internal and external load monitoring for injury prevention, return to activity, and performance. She also studied in the clinic and operating rooms for UVA Orthopedic Surgery.

  • Phil Loomis, BS, CSCS

  • Phil Loomis, BS, CSCS

    Phil Loomis is a 20-year veteran in the strength and conditioning and fitness industry. While playing Division One Baseball for Eastern Michigan University, he realized the importance of proper training, recovery, nutrition, and mindfulness. This uncovered passion led him to graduate with a BS in Sports Performance and Fitness Entrepreneurship.

    Phil gained certifications as a NASM Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS), Corrective Exercise Specialist, Speed and Agility Specialist, Youth Athletic Development Specialist, and Precision Nutrition Certified Coach. He also has extensive experience working with rotational sport athletes of all ages and levels. He holds certifications from Titleist Performance Institute (TPI), Racquet Fit, and OnBaseU.

    Prior to joining RÖRE Method, Phil was the CEO of Forever Fit, which was developed to promote well-rounded training in youth athletics and movement and strength training in aging adults. Phil joined RÖRE Method because he believes training programs are not one-size-fits-all. They should be tailored to the individual, based on evidence-based practice, and have measurable progress. He also believes you need RÖRE Method’s remaining pillars (nutrition, recovery, mindfulness, community, and sustainability) to fully progress and improve your health.

  • James Bicos, MD

  • James Bicos, MD

    RÖRE Method’s Consulting Team Physician

    James Bicos, MD is a fellowship-trained sports medicine orthopedic surgeon with Michigan Orthopedic Surgeons/Performance Orthopedics. He is also the Sports Medicine Fellowship Director at Beaumont Hospital, Royal Oak. As an assistant professor at Oakland University William Beaumont School of Medicine, he is very active in the orthopedic department in teaching the fellows, residents, and medical students.

+ FUNCTIONAL MOVEMENT

  • Makenzie Larson, MS, LAT, ATC, FAAFM

    <p><strong>Founder & CEO, Director of Movement & Functional Medicine </strong></p>

    <p>Makenzie, MS, LAT, ATC, FAAFM is a certified and licensed athletic trainer in Michigan and Florida. She received her Master of Science in Sports Medicine from the University of Virginia. In addition, she has a Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy, Applied and Ethics based, and a Minor in Biomedical Sciences from Western Michigan University. She was also a Division 1 soccer goalkeeper, captain, and Bronco Award winner for selfless leadership. </p>

    <p>While at UVA, Makenzie worked with the 7-time national championship Men’s Soccer Program and completed her thesis on wearable technology, specifically how to use internal and external load monitoring for injury prevention, return to activity, and performance. She also studied in the clinic and operating rooms for UVA Orthopedic Surgery.</p>

  • Phil Loomis, BS, CSCS

    Phil Loomis, BS, CSCS

    <p><strong>Director of Functional Strength & Conditioning and Athletic Development</strong></p>

    <p>Phil Loomis is a 20-year veteran in the strength and conditioning and fitness industry. While playing Division One Baseball for Eastern Michigan University, he realized the importance of proper training, recovery, nutrition, and mindfulness. This uncovered passion led him to graduate with a BS in Sports Performance and Fitness Entrepreneurship. </p>

    <p>Phil gained certifications as a NASM Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS), Corrective Exercise Specialist, Speed and Agility Specialist, Youth Athletic Development Specialist, and Precision Nutrition Certified Coach. He also has extensive experience working with rotational sport athletes of all ages and levels. He holds certifications from Titleist Performance Institute (TPI), Racquet Fit, and OnBaseU.<span id="dots">...</span> </p>

    <p><span id="more">Phil joined RÖRE Method because he believes training programs are not one-size-fits-all. They should be tailored to the individual, based on evidence-based practice, and have measurable progress. He also believes you need RÖRE Method’s remaining pillars (nutrition, recovery, mindfulness, community, and sustainability) to fully progress and improve your health.

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    Laura Ramus, PT, ATC

    <p><strong>Director of Rehabilitation and Education</strong></p>

    <p>Laura is currently a physical therapist for RIM and medical director for the WNBA Las Vegas Aces. She has 35 years of experience treating orthopedic/sports medicine injuries in professional, Olympic, collegiate, high school, and amateur athletes. Laura shares this wisdom by teaching advanced sports medicine techniques to professionals worldwide. </p>

    <p>Laura received a Bachelor of Science degree in Physical Therapy from Wayne State University, Detroit, MI, in 1987. She then completed a fellowship in sports medicine through the University of North Carolina and Health South Rehabilitation Corporation, receiving her certification as an athletic trainer in 1990. During this fellowship, Laura trained under prominent orthopedic surgeon Dr. James Andrews and well-known physical therapist Kevin Wilk in Birmingham, AL.

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    Laura was an athletic trainer at the 1996 Olympic Games in Atlanta, and for the 1994 United States Paralympic swim team. She worked in 2015/2016 as a physical therapist/athletic trainer on the Women’s Professional Tennis tour. She served as the head athletic trainer and strength coach for 21 Seasons with the WNBA Detroit Shock, New York Liberty, and currently, the Las Vegas Aces.

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  • James Bicos, MD

    James Bicos, MD

    <p><strong>Head Orthopedic Surgeon</strong></p>

    James Bicos, MD is a fellowship-trained sports medicine orthopedic surgeon with Michigan Orthopedic Surgeons/Performance Orthopedics. He is also the Sports Medicine Fellowship Director at Beaumont Hospital, Royal Oak. As an assistant professor at Oakland University William Beaumont School of Medicine, he is very active in the orthopedic department in teaching the fellows, residents, and medical students.

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