June 23-26, 2026
Sports Nutrition and physical therapy — Palisades Tahoe, CA
ABOUT
What's being offered?
Ridge Athletics (Dr. Kameron Harder, PT, DPT, OCS) and Mountain Sports Nutrition (Vic Johnson, MPH, RDN) are teaming up to bring physical therapy and sports nutrition services to Palisades Tahoe during the week of Trail Con (between the Broken Arrow races and Western States Endurance Run). Services will be available for racers or anyone else in the area during this time.
Nutrition Services
$150
Nutrition coaching can be booked with Vic to finalize or create a strategic fueling and hydration plan for WSER. Athletes who are not racing states are also welcome to book a consultation regarding their current fueling strategies as well as day-to-day nutrition.
A nutrition session may include any of the following:
Fueling and hydration planning for WSER
fluid target and plan
carbohydrate target and plan
sodium target and plan
caffeine target and plan
troubleshooting plan
pre and post-race plan
General sports nutrition advice for training and racing
Day-to-day nutrition consulting (energy balance, macronutrients, micronutrients)
Physical Therapy Services
$150
PT services can be booked with Kam to address any current/previous limiting injuries or to better understand current movement patters and injury prevention techniques. Athletes racing WSER can book to manage injuries acutely through various techniques and those not racing may book to to address any underlying issues.
A physical therapy session may include any of the following:
Injury management for WSER
Dry needling and other manual therapy (soft tissue, joint mobilization or maniptulation)
Therapeutic exercise techniques for pain relief and function
Taping for joint stability
Full body assessment and injury evaluation
Broad scope planning for rehabilitation and injury prevention
Meet vic
Vic Johnson, MPH, RDN
Through the years, I've had the privilege of coaching some of the top athletes in trail and ultra running, cycling, ski mountaineering, and triathlon.
I know what it's like being in the trenches of training and competition, because just like you, I'm obsessed with endurance mountain sports.
I'm a registered sports dietitian, have a master's degree in public health, and a bachelor's in psychology. I started my sports nutrition career working with the student athletes at NAU, and have since coached athletes all over the world.
If I'm not ripping some singletrack or adventuring with my small family, I'm probably building something or dreaming of a bike I can't afford. Oh, and I don't really enjoy cooking and I'm on day 5,000 of eating the same oatmeal every morning.
Meet Kam
Kam Harder, PT, DPT, OCS
I've been a physical therapist and strength coach for runners for the better part of 9 years. I've had the opportunity to help recreational, elite and professional runners rehab injuries and maximize their potential.
I've been running since 8th grade and continue to run (mainly trail) any distances that sound fun to me. In the last couple years, I've done everything from 1500m track races to 250 mile trail races. I enjoy mixing it up and sticking with what makes me feel excited to train.
I understand the physical demands running puts on the body and I work hard to make sure the athletes I work with are prepared to handle it.
Outside of running, I love skiing and adventuring with my wife, son, and doggo.
Work with both of us
Need nutrition and PT?
Many athletes will benefit from working with both a nutrition coach and a physical therapist to truly optimize their running performance. If you'd like to tackle both nutritional needs and physical ailments, you can use the link below to package your services at at discounted rate.
$250
STILL NOT SURE?
Frequently Asked Questions
What is dry needling?
Dry needling is a technique used by physical therapists to improve tightness, reduce pain and promote healing and function. Its done by inserting small monofilament needles into the belly of a muscle, sometimes with the use of electrical stimulation, to create a physiological and neuromuscular response. Dry needling can improve painful symptoms within hours of the intervention.
How soon can I be dry needled before a race?
Dry needling can be done 1-2 days prior to racing. Typically, dry needling causes soreness and tightness in the muscle lasting 12-24 hours but then resolves.
What would a physical therapy initial evaluation consist of?
We would use our time together during an assessment to discuss current injuries and move through a full body assessment of strength, mobility, and stability to determine problem areas and develop as specific plan for you moving forward.
What other manual therapy services are offered?
Other manual therapy services could include joint mobilization and manipulation, soft tissue scraping/massage, stretching, and taping
Is it too late to strategize my nutrition?
No. I will meet you where you’re currently at with your fueling. We’ll take into account your recent intakes and what you’ve been practicing to make the plan realistic for you.
Why do I need help making a fueling plan?
Having a second set of eyes on your plan can help make sure you’re not missing anything. I’ve helped hundreds and hundreds of athletes make successful race plans. I know which questions to ask and what matters at the end of the day.
What are the main things we’ll focus on with making a fueling plan?
Fluid, carbs/other fuel, sodium, and caffeine needs. We’ll decide on appropriate average goals for each of those and then apply them to the race, taking into account estimated splits, aid station locations, and crew support.
What if I’m not racing WSER but still need nutrition help?
Great! We can definitely still have a valuable session even if you’re not racing States. We can discuss your current intra training/racing needs and strategies, troubleshoot GI issues, and/or discuss your day-to-day nutrition and overall health.
