Propel’s Principles

At Propel Performance, we are committed to transforming lives through elevated health, fitness, and performance. Our cutting-edge 12,000 sq. ft. performance training center rivals the best professional sports facilities, offering a dynamic and supportive environment for individuals at every fitness level.

Our co-founders, each with decades of experience in human performance, have worked alongside top researchers, NFL and MLB coaches, Olympic gold medalists, and military personnel, including U.S. Special Operations Forces. With over 25 years of operating a private training studio and developing a groundbreaking neuromuscular training device, we’ve learned from the best in the industry and honed our compassionate, individualized approach.

At Propel Performance, we believe that elite-level care should be accessible to everyone, not just professional athletes. From youth athletes aiming to reach new heights to individuals managing chronic pain, our programs are designed to deliver the same level of personalized attention and expertise as those given to the world’s top performers.

Our focus is on helping you achieve your personal goals—whether that’s enhancing athletic performance, improving mobility, or finding relief from pain. We utilize advanced human performance technology and evidence-based training methods to ensure each client receives a customized plan that delivers results.

At Propel Performance, your goals are our goals. We’re here to guide and support you at every step of your journey, providing the expertise, tools, and motivation you need to succeed. Visit us to experience the difference that science-driven performance training can make, and take the next step toward a healthier, stronger you.

MISSION / VISION / VALUES

Mission

Empowering athletes, sports teams, and fitness enthusiasts to surpass their limits by diagnosing movement inefficiencies, mitigating injury risks, and bridging performance gaps. Through precision diagnostics and personalized strategies, we enable top-tier performance and enduring success.

Vision

To be the forefront of human movement optimization, setting a new standard in individualized assessment, training, and coaching by revolutionizing diagnostics, tailored training regimens, and holistic support. Inspiring individuals to achieve their utmost potential and redefine excellence in athletics and fitness.

Values

PRECISION: We employ cutting-edge diagnostics to provide precise assessments, ensuring accuracy and reliability in optimizing human movement. 

PERSONALIZATION: Tailoring strategies and programs to each individual's unique needs, fostering personalized growth and development.

INTEGRITY: Operating with transparency, honesty, and ethical standards in all client interactions and business practices.

INNOVATION: Continuously exploring new methodologies and technologies to remain at the forefront of performance enhancement.

EMPOWERMENT: Empowering clients to take control of their fitness journey, supporting them with knowledge, guidance, and motivation.

Meet the Team

Eric Hammer
Co-Founder • Propel Performance

Eric Hammer is a seasoned director, manager, coach, and leader with over 20 years of experience in sports performance and fitness. Holding an MBA from the University of Louisville, a Master of Arts in Exercise Science, and a Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science, Eric brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to Propel Performance. He has demonstrated success in business development, program management, staff leadership, and organizational management across collegiate and private enterprise settings.

Throughout his career, Eric has excelled in strategic financial management, customer service, and the development of high-performing teams. He significantly grew gym membership and enhanced client satisfaction in his roles at Norton Sports Performance and Derby City CrossFit. Eric's experience extends to the collegiate level, where he served as Associate Director of Olympic Sports Performance at the University of Louisville, working with a diverse range of athletes and sports programs.

Eric's comprehensive skill set includes specialized training, injury prevention, and strength and conditioning program development. His dedication to continuous learning is reflected in his extensive professional certifications, including Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCSD), Registered Strength and Conditioning Coach (RSCCD), and Functional Movement System (FMS). Additionally, he has undergone professional development through advanced coaching programs and leadership training at Cornell University.

As the Co-Founder of Propel Performance, Eric leverages his extensive background to provide elite-level sports performance and injury prevention services. His commitment to helping athletes and individuals reach their full potential is at the core of Propel Performance's mission.

Chris Tedesco
Co-Founder • Propel Performance

Chris Tedesco, founder and CEO of 1109 Bravo, is a Service Disabled U.S. Marine Corps Veteran with over 25 years experience as an athletic trainer. A passionate innovator, Tedesco has a deep understanding of human and skill-based training and movement. He enjoys helping people reach beyond their goals and expectations – whether it’s a soldier who lost his leg during deployment, a high-level athlete, a 750-pound man or a child whose movement is limited by cerebral palsy. To Tedesco, it’s a sense of duty to serve others.