ABOUT Tim
Tim's history with cycling started when he first learned to ride a bike at 2.5 years old. With the urge to go faster, Tim started racing dirt bikes at age 4, and continued to race for almost 10 years until he increased his participation in team sports and clubs such as 4-H and rugby. Despite being involved in many organizations, Tim continued to ride bikes into high-school where he started a Mountain Biking club.
After high-school, Tim studied Kinesiology at San Diego State University. On top of full time school, Tim continued playing rugby with the D1 SDSU team. After a year Tim joined the cycling team at SDSU and tried his first ever mountain bike race. Tim's passion for cycling was reignited after winning the Cat 3 race, and in his 4th year at SDSU he became the president of SDSU's cycling team and a Cat 1/A racer in all mountain biking events.
After college, Tim put racing on hold to pursue his Doctorate in Physical Therapy at UCSF. After 3 years, Tim received his Doctorate in PT and started an orthopedic residency in PT. Tim passed the board exam and is recognized as an Orthopaedic Clinical Specialist in Physical Therapy. Most recently, in 2024, Tim completed an orthopaedic manaul therapy fellowship making him one of 2,000 PTs nationwide to have the FAAOMPT credentials.
During his PT education, Tim also completed extensive training in bike fitting and is a certified bike fitter through Serotta International Cycling Institute (SICI).
Creating Cycling untapped PT
Tim's long history of cycling and extensive knowledge of the human body combined with bike fitting specific education provided him with the tools to create Cycling Untapped. Tim's mission is to provide the cycling community with high quality bike fitting and cyclist specific training services to keep riders from injury and plateaus in performance.
Tim's Credentials
Tim is a Board-Certified Orthopaedic Clinical Specialist (OCS) which is a licensed physical therapist who has advanced expertise in treating musculoskeletal conditions such as joint pain, sports injuries, and post-surgical rehabilitation. Certified through the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties, Tim has completed a residency, and passed a rigorous exam to demonstrate advanced knowledge in orthopedic care. This credential reflects Tim's high level of clinical skill, evidence-based practice, and a commitment to ongoing professional development.
Tim has the FAAOMPT credential, which is among the most advanced and prestigious distinctions a physical therapist can achieve in the orthopedic specialty. Fellowship training goes beyond both the Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree and board certification (like OCS), requiring an intense, highly selective program that includes one-on-one mentorship, extensive clinical hours, and advanced coursework.
Tim and other fellows are trained to manage complex or atypical musculoskeletal cases that may not respond to standard care. They master high-level manual therapy techniques, refine their diagnostic reasoning, and are often sought after for teaching, mentoring, and leadership roles within the profession. Only a small percentage of physical therapists attain this level of specialization, making the FAAOMPT a clear indicator of elite clinical skill and dedication to advancing the field.
Tim and other fellows are trained to manage complex or atypical musculoskeletal cases that may not respond to standard care. They master high-level manual therapy techniques, refine their diagnostic reasoning, and are often sought after for teaching, mentoring, and leadership roles within the profession. Only a small percentage of physical therapists attain this level of specialization, making the FAAOMPT a clear indicator of elite clinical skill and dedication to advancing the field.
Tim is a licensed physical therapist which in the U.S., requires a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree from an accredited program, pass the National Physical Therapy Examination (NPTE), and meet any additional state-specific licensing requirements. Tim and other licensed therapists are qualified to evaluate and treat movement disorders and provide evidence-based care to improve patients’ physical function and quality of life.
Tim is a Certified Nutrition Informed Practitioner (CNIP) which is a healthcare professional who has completed specialized training to integrate evidence-based nutrition principles into their practice. While not a registered dietitian, a CNIP is equipped to understand the role of nutrition in health, performance, and recovery. Tim can screen for nutritional deficiencies, provide nutrition education, and support behavior change, all within the scope of his Physical Therapy practice.
Tim is certified in Myofascial Decompression (MFD) which involves training in a technique that uses negative pressure to improve fascial tissue mobility thus improving overall mobility and reducing pain. Tim completed a multi-day training program that included both theoretical knowledge and hands-on practice in applying MFD techniques safely and effectively for all patient populations including high level athletes.
