What Is Functional Range Conditioning (FRC®)?
Have you ever stretched daily, yet still felt stiff when you tried to sprint, squat, or rotate your hips? That’s because flexibility alone isn’t enough — athletes need mobility, which is the ability to control joints through their full range of motion. That’s where Functional Range Conditioning (FRC®) comes in.
What Is Functional Range Conditioning?
Functional Range Conditioning (FRC®) is a science-based mobility training system created by Dr. Andreo Spina. Unlike traditional stretching, which only emphasizes flexibility, FRC® develops usable mobility — teaching your body to generate strength and control at every angle of your joints.
Why FRC® Matters for Athletes
Athletes and active individuals benefit from FRC® because it:
Expands usable mobility: Not just flexibility, but real joint control.
Strengthens tissues: Builds durability in joints, tendons, and ligaments.
Enhances performance: Improved mobility equals more efficient, powerful movement.
Supports recovery: A key tool for return-to-play and injury prevention.
At The Sports Pod, we combine FRC® with other therapies like Dry Needling, Active Release Therapy, and the Graston Technique to build rehab and performance programs that no other clinic in Dallas offers.
How FRC® Works
The FRC® system uses several training methods:
Controlled Articular Rotations (CARs): Daily joint “check-ins” that preserve and expand range of motion.
PAILs & RAILs (Progressive/Regressive Isometric Loading): End-range strength techniques to build more usable movement.
End-Range Training: Strengthening where you’re usually weakest to prevent injury and boost performance.
These methods help athletes move better, recover faster, and reduce long-term wear and tear.
Why We Use FRC® at The Sports Pod
Too often, clinics focus only on pain relief. At The Sports Pod, we prioritize long-term athletic performance. Our team — including Coach Eric Rosenstock — uses FRC® principles daily to help athletes in Dallas recover from injuries, build resilience, and return to competition stronger than before.
By combining FRC® with strength and conditioning principles, we’ve built a gold-standard approach to sports rehab and return-to-play protocols.
Book Your Mobility Assessment
If you’re ready to unlock better mobility and performance, our team is certified in advanced mobility systems like FRC®. We’ll create a plan tailored to your body, your sport, and your goals.
👉 Book your appointment today to experience why The Sports Pod is the go-to sports medicine clinic in Dallas, Plano, and Frisco.