PROPEL’S FOUNDATIONS

Elevating Human Performance at Every Level

At Propel Performance, we are driven by a mission to transform lives through elite health, fitness, and performance solutions. Housed in our state-of-the-art 12,000 sq. ft. facility, our performance training center rivals top professional sports environments—yet is designed to welcome and support individuals at every level of fitness and experience.

Our co-founders bring over two decades of leadership in human performance, drawing from their work with NFL and MLB players, Olympic gold medalists, leading researchers, and U.S. Special Operations Forces. With a combined 35+ years operating a private training studio and developing a first-of-its-kind neuromuscular training device, we’ve refined an approach rooted in science, experience, and compassionate coaching.

At Propel Performance, we believe elite-level care shouldn't be reserved for professional athletes. Our personalized programs are built to support youth athletes striving for the next level, adults navigating chronic pain, or anyone looking to improve movement, strength, or quality of life—all with the same attention to detail and precision afforded to the world’s top performers.

Using advanced diagnostics, human performance technology, and evidence-based training methods, we develop fully individualized plans that deliver real results. Whether your goal is peak athletic performance, increased mobility, or lasting pain relief—we meet you where you are and help you go farther.

Your goals are our goals.
At Propel, you’ll find a team committed to guiding you every step of the way—equipped with the tools, expertise, and motivation to help you succeed. Experience the difference that personalized, science-driven performance training can make. Your strongest, healthiest self starts here.

MISSION / VISION / VALUES

Our Core Mission

Empowering Performance Through Precision
At Propel Performance, we empower athletes, sports teams, and fitness enthusiasts to go beyond their limits by identifying movement inefficiencies, reducing injury risk, and closing critical performance gaps. Through advanced diagnostics and fully personalized training strategies, we deliver targeted solutions that drive peak performance and long-term success—on the field, in the gym, and beyond.

Our Core Vision

Our Vision
To be the leader in human movement optimization—setting a new standard in individualized assessment, training, and coaching. We aim to revolutionize the way athletes and individuals experience performance by integrating cutting-edge diagnostics, tailored training regimens, and holistic support systems. Through this approach, we inspire every client to realize their fullest potential and redefine what excellence means in sport, fitness, and life.

The PROPEL Performance Standard: Built to PREPARE, Driven to Excel

At Propel Performance, we believe greatness isn’t an accident—it’s the product of intentional effort, relentless drive, and an unwavering commitment to growth. We don’t just train bodies; we build disciplined minds, resilient habits, and a culture where excellence becomes the standard. Whether you're an athlete chasing the next level or an adult committed to personal transformation, our approach is grounded in purpose, fueled by accountability, and executed with precision.

To guide this mission, we live by two powerful frameworks that define how we train, how we lead, and how we grow: PROPEL and PREPARE.

P.R.O.P.E.L. – Our Core Values

  • P – Purpose-Driven Effort
    Show up with focus. Every rep has a reason.

  • R – Relentless Resilience
    Stay tough. Stay hungry. Keep hunting.

  • O – Ownership & Accountability
    Take charge of your actions. Set the standard for others.

  • P – Peer Leadership
    Uplift, challenge, and support your teammates every step of the way.

  • E – Execution Excellence
    Master the details. Train with precision.

  • L – Lean Into Growth
    Adapt. Learn. Improve. Build lasting success.

P.R.E.P.A.R.E. – Our Performance Process

  • P – Purpose
    Train with clear goals and deliberate intention.

  • R – Relentlessness
    Never settle. Push through every challenge.

  • E – Effort
    Give everything—on every rep, every day.

  • P – Peer Accountability
    Demand more. From yourself and your team.

  • A – Adaptability
    Adjust intelligently. Know your body. Train smart.

  • R – Resilience
    Build capacity for stress, struggle, and success.

  • E – Execution
    Finish strong. Deliver results that matter.

This Is the Propel Way

We don’t just show up.
We PROPEL forward.
We PREPARE with intention.
We perform with purpose.

PROPEL FOUNDERS

Eric Hammer MBA, MS, 
CSCS*D, RSCC*D, CPT*D, TSAC-F*D, 

TPI L2 Fitness / Power, FMS L1, PN L1  

Eric Hammer is an accomplished coach, director, and leader with more than 24 years of experience in the sports performance and fitness industry. As the Co-Founder of Propel Performance, Eric brings a deep well of expertise in athletic development, injury prevention, and high-performance coaching—shaped by decades of success across both collegiate athletics and private enterprise.

Eric holds an MBA from the University of Louisville, along with a Master of Arts and Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science. His unique blend of academic credentials and practical leadership has positioned him as a trusted authority in program development, business operations, and athlete performance management.

Throughout his career, Eric has excelled in business development, staff leadership, customer experience, and strategic planning. He has made a lasting impact in roles such as Associate Director of Olympic Sports Performance at the University of Louisville, and in leadership positions at Norton Sports Performance and Derby City CrossFit, where he played a key role in expanding membership and elevating client results.

Chris Tedesco
CSCS

Chris Tedesco is the Founder and CEO of 1109 Bravo and a Service-Disabled U.S. Marine Corps Veteran with more than 25 years of experience as a dedicated and forward-thinking athletic trainer. Known for his deep expertise in human movement and skill-based training, Chris has made it his mission to help individuals overcome limitations and unlock their full potential.

His work spans a wide spectrum—supporting elite athletes, wounded veterans, individuals battling obesity, and children with neuromuscular conditions like cerebral palsy. No matter the challenge, Chris brings a relentless commitment to every person he serves. For him, this isn’t just a profession—it’s a calling rooted in service, purpose, and impact.

Driven by innovation and compassion, Chris continues to lead with the same core values that defined his military career: discipline, resilience, and an unwavering dedication to helping others go beyond what they thought was possible.