Rick Merriam is a licensed massage therapist and applied biomechanics consultant based in Dallas, TX, with three decades of experience helping clients overcome pain, improve performance, and prevent injuries. His distinctive approach targets underperforming muscles at their attachments using a deep tissue neuromuscular technique, rather than simply releasing tight muscles. Rick has served as a biomechanics consultant and massage therapist at ESPN, taught kinesiology at Parker University School of Massage Therapy, and spent years consulting for organizations such as The Greenbrier and Canyon Ranch. He also served as a nationally certified personal trainer for many years and has written for publications including Runner's World UK and Massage Magazine.