Liz Falk joins the Bulldogs with a unique dual credential as both a Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant and Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist. Her decade-long career seamlessly integrates injury prevention, rehabilitation, and performance optimization.
Most recently, Falk served as the Head of Sports Performance and Athlete Development at The Institute for Precision in Movement/Performance Physical Therapy in Redlands, where she designed and implemented comprehensive training programs for over 40 athletes who ranged from youth to professional levels. Her expertise with advanced assessment technology—including VALD ForceDecks, ForceFrame, Dynamo, and HumanTrak—enables data-driven programming tailored to individual athlete needs.
"Liz's background in physical therapy gives her an invaluable perspective on athlete care," said Vice President for Intercollegiate Athletics
Nikki Ayers. "She understands not just how to build strength and power, but how to do so while minimizing injury risk and supporting long-term athletic development."
Falk's clinical experience spans outpatient orthopedic, sports, neuromuscular, and hand therapy settings across California and Missouri. She holds specialized certifications, including Performance Enhancement Specialist (NASM), Orthopedic Specialization (OPTA), and Certified HawkGrips Practitioner, complementing her CSCS credential from the National Strength and Conditioning Association. Falk received an Associated of Applied Science degree in Physical Therapy from St. Louis Community College before attending Webster University to earn a Bachelor of Arts in Media Communications.
"I'm thrilled for the opportunity to join the competitive University of Redlands Bulldogs as a Sports Performance Coach," Falk explained. "I look forward to further elevating the program through performance training grounded in sports science, fostering collaboration, and cultivating a culture that prioritizes athlete inclusion, performance, and health."
