Everathlete is MORE than a gym and is truly awesome. They've created a place for fitness in a fun class format and a super friendly community too. My son (15) and I have been working out there multiple times / week since February 2018. We have a ton of fun and are soooo much healthier and stronger than when we started :) The coaches Zak, Matt and Graeme are brilliantly professional and bring a ton of experience. read more

Here's why I like Dr Matt above all other chiropractors, physical therapists, personal trainers I've had: As a healthcare professional... ** He is deeply knowledgeable about the way the body works ** He has training in chiropractic, physical therapy and personal training. ** He updates his knowledge regularly ** He fully applies his training in all 3 areas with the result that he homes in the root cause of pain or injury quickly, efficiently, and accurately. Then he can assign specific exercises that address the problem. ** When he assigns an exercise, he makes sure you thoroughly understand how to do it correctly. ** He pays 100% attention and makes minute corrections which can make a big difference in preventing further injury and in strengthening the right muscle. As a human being... ** He is very open and inspires trust (like you) ** He is not judgmental ** He is very supportive and acknowledges and rewards even small degrees of progress ** He's funny and easy going ** He is a balanced human being and encourages the same in his patients. In addition to body work, when appropriate, Matt will give instruction in breath work, diet, stress reduction and other topics to heal holistically. ** His referrals are excellent. Dr Matt has my highest recommendation. read more

Everathlete has put together a positive and encouraging environment that really makes exercise fun! The trainers are amazing and all stem from a sports therapy background, which really shows in the way they teach and coach. Even in group classes, they provide detailed feedback and take the time to demo each of the required movements. Whether its group classes, personal training or sports therapy, I highly recommend Everathlete to anyone looking to break away from the normal gym routine. read more

Dr. Matt has, impressively, built something more than a gym... it's an ecosystem that's helped me continue moving and performing for the long haul. I met him several years ago for hands-on chiro work, where he relieved some long-term mobility issues from my former rowing years. He's since built the gym as an extension of his philosophy to help tune the body for continued performance, whether you're a current, former, or aspiring athletic. Highly recommended to come and check out the workouts and Dr. Matt's highly skilled chiro practice. read more

I've been seeing Dr Annelies for the past two year and always feel so much better after working with her. She is a caring and knowledgeable care provider that takes the time to listen and provide both hands on care for immediate pain relief as well as follow up "homework" to avoid future injuries. She is best in class and I highly recommend her! read more

Everathlete is fantastic. I began to see Dr. Matt Smith about 6 months ago, with some lingering shoulder issues. He took the time to understand my situation, as well as short and long term fitness goals, and built a treatment plan around what i wanted to do. I really appreciate the way he listened and worked with what i wanted to accomplish. Everathlete is not the kind of business that sets you up on multi-week treatment sessions or focused on getting you back in the door as soon as possible. They help keep you focused on your goals, and provide you a framework to stay healthy and active, while correcting and strengthening warranted areas. Best of all, they are just a fun group of people to be around. Everyday i go there, i leave with a smile on my face. At this point, i wouldn't go anywhere else. read more

I've been doing afternoon classes for two months now and couldn't be happier with my experience at EverAthlete performance. I was looking for a guided workout but I didn't want to spend hundreds a week on a personal trainer. The trainers here have created a very fun, welcoming environment with classes for all skill types. I highly recommend trying it out as the first class is free! read more

Dr. Matt helped me after a strange flare up in my knee that I thought was going to require surgery. He quickly diagnosed, treated, and gave me a follow up plan that got me back to what I needed to be doing. He is professional and personable and shows genuine concern for his patients. I couldn't recommend his services more. read more

If anyone ever asked me in a word how I felt about chiropractors I would answer, "skeptical". In the world of legitimate medicine I always considered chiropractors to be in that grey area. Many times I even negatively associated them to be ambulance chasers because most people only see them after car accidents or workplace injuries. I was especially annoyed with seeing diagnosis from them when I worked in the corporate world in the Human Resources department. I guess you never learn to appreciate people until you find yourself in a place where no other types of medicine can help you but the one you underestimated the most. So, here goes my story and the reason for this review: Around April 24th, 2015, I was working on a client and filing her nails (I am now a nail artist at Orchid Nail Lounge in Santa Clara) when I felt the pressure I was putting on my left elbow on the table transfer to my left shoulder blade and suddenly it felt like a thousand tiny rubber bands had burst in my back. The pain was so intense it crippled me leaving me leaning forward to compensate for the rest of the nail appointment. I knew at that moment I had done something horrible to myself but I had no idea how to help myself. I even turned to my coworker and told her something is terribly wrong and that I needed to see a doctor immediately. The days that followed consisted of me using heating pads, topical pain relievers like icy hot to take away the pain but nothing would suffice. After a few more days I finally drove myself in the middle of the night and waited to be seen in the emergency room at Valley Medical Center. I waited the entire night and wasn't seen because there were so many emergencies which required more serious attention then mine. I left and returned on other days to be seen only to be told I had muscle strains and skeletal issues. In total it was a series of 3 visits to the Emergency room. My biggest concern was heart attack due to the severity of pain and location of which. I was prescribed heavy drugs like baclofen, valium, high doses of ibuprofen, and other drugs for my g.i. which had become irritated due to lack of sleep, lack of eating, and non stop working. I was even given a shot to relax my muscles on one visit which only helped me for 2 days. I lived like this for another 2 1/2 months until I found Dr. Matt. Imagine, sleeping less then 4 hours a day because of crippling pain induced by a working position that you had to do 7 days a week often for more then 10 hours a day. This is what happens when your ambition surpasses your biological abilities and it was crushing me. I asked a client on an eyelash appointment who she had seen after a major car accident that allowed her to return to body building so quickly. She referred me to Dr. Matt. I explained to him that I wasn't covered under any medical plans and that I would be a cash patient. He charges at least $30 less then his competitors per visit offering the same services or less; yes, I asked around before coming to see him. He sent over some forms for me to consent to treatment and we were off. I was late, partly because I was coming through rough morning traffic and partly because I'm always late; but, even 15 minutes late I was still seen and treated immediately with great enthusiasm. I was relieved to see that Dr. Matt wasn't just going to crack and pop me but would be applying Active Release Technique to Stretch my soft tissue as well. This was just what I was looking for, Skeletal Muscle treatment. The kind medicine could not fix. In total, I've only taken 2 pills of all the pills the emergency room prescribed. This is because Dr. Matt's initial treatments allowed me, while still in pain, to work, eat and sleep. I remember thinking, "I can't believe I slept last night" after my second visit. And, as I return for following visits this feeling has followed. I look forward to each visit with him, it's euphoric! When you are under an immense amount of pain and someone is able to take that away in 30-45 minutes you feel nothing but appreciation, gratitude, and confidence. I have been humbled by this experience because my perception was totally not reality here! You have alleviated all fears and skepticism I had for chiropractors. Thank you for your bedside manner, your professionalism, for your constant care and attention to my condition, and your consummate renewal of your skills and practice. I rant and rave about you to my clients daily and send you as many as I can because I firmly believe in you, your practice and that your name should be the first name that comes to mind for any muscle skeletal pain issues that arise. Accolades to you my sriracha style superhero! read more

Dr. Matt is absolutely AMAZING! I have been to many ART chiropractors over the years and none of them even come close to Dr. Matt. I have been struggling with lower back and hip pain after I fractured my hip and he is the only chiropractor that has been able to fix the pain. I don't know what I would do without him! He is so caring and takes all the time you need to make sure you get everything out of the appointment. He also gives you exercises to do in between sessions to help manage the pain if it starts to flare up. He is extremely knowledgeable and will do everything he can to help you with the injuries you are dealing with. I can't say enough good things about Dr. Matt! If you are looking for a ART chiropractor then look no further because you have found the best one around! read more

I'm writing this on behalf of my husband. He woke up with a ton of pain in his neck and unable to move. He contacted Dr. Smith who was very accommodating and saw him that day. He was able to determine that his neck problem was a side effect of a previous shoulder injury my husband didn't mention. He has now had two adjustments and has full mobility! Since high school my husband has had multiple sports injuries and seen multiple chiropractors and says this is the best experience he's ever had! He comes highly recommended and I can't wait to book my appointment. read more

Thank you Dr. Smith for all you have done to keep me running smoothly (literally!). Your knowledge of how the body works combined with your athletic expertise makes the treatments your provide feel like some sort of magic! At the age of 42, I run competitively on a team and thanks to your support, I am still clocking PRs! Thanks again for helping me realize my athletic potential by keeping my body healthy, fit and ready to take on whatever comes my way. Your genuine passion and dedication to helping your patients reach their goals is inspiring. The world needs more people like you Dr. Smith! read more

I had been dealing with low back pain for months, trying different exercises at home and seeing a chiropractor, but my symptoms were just getting worse. From my first appointment with Matt, I knew I had come to the right place. After a thorough evaluation, he knew exactly what my issues were and got me started on an exercise and treatment plan. He worked closely with me each session, making sure I was doing my exercises correctly and tailoring my plan each time based on my progress. He even sent me individualized videos to help guide my exercises at home. After a few weeks of his guidance my pain lessened and eventually resolved all together. And on top of his expertise and dedication, he was always encouraging and motivating, which helped push me forward until I was pain free. I could not recommend Everathlete Performance any more highly! Thanks Matt! read more

Everathlete is so much more than a gym. Every staff member genuinely cares about each person who walks through the door and their energy is contagious. They ALWAYS take the time to make sure they are doing their absolute best in helping you, no matter what your needs are. Seriously could not dream of a better gym/chiropractor. read more

Matt and his crew are great. I moved to Palo Alto early this year and Matt helped me fixed a chronic back pain. In the process he also taught me to move differently and better use my core which has been quite useful. Matt is a great fellow, we became friends throughout the months working together. Since them he has helped me through shoulder and leg issues, always successfully. read more

Dr. Smith is incredible! He takes ample time to explain his treatment methods, provides ideas/direction for injury prevention, and approaches his work science-based work with admirable dedication. His knowledge of the human, and more specifically, athlete's body is apparent as he works through interconnected issues. As a competitive distance runner staying healthy is a major ticket to success and Dr. Smith's treatment is vital to my continued development. read more

I started visiting Dr. Matt due to extreme hip pain when I would squat. It got so bad that it started effecting me even when I would walk. After my first visit he had diagnosed my issue and had given me "homework" to help in the recovery process. Dr. Matt is knowledgeable, professional, and hilarious which makes for an awesome experience every visit. Its been a long and painful road, but thanks to Dr. Matt I'm finally able to walk pain free and even have begun squating with light weight. You the man!! read more

I have seen several chiropractors over the years with lower back injuries and this is the first time I have ever felt so compelled to write a review. I injured my back back in March and my PCP heavily medicated me and suggested I find a chiropractor certified in Active ReleaseTechniques (ART). After searching the internet I found EA. I called in agony, barely able to walk and Matt sensed my desperation and was able to see me that day. The thing that really sets EA apart from other chiropractors is that they don't just treat the injury but look for ways to strengthen you to avoid problems in the future. I highly recommend doing all the exercises Matt suggest as well as activity suggestions. So yes you go to the chiropractor and yes they are suppose to help your back/neck feel better, its expected. Now for what has blown my mind....Once my back was feeling better I mentioned to Matt that I have had chronic plantar fasciitis in my left foot for almost 3 years after running a 50K. He asked if I would like him to work on the foot of course I said yes I haven't been able to run much since. I have tried everything...multiple steroid injections, expensive custom orthotics, rolling, icing, a special boot, medications, acupuncture ect. My podiatrist said my next step would be surgery...which I was not going to do. Matt worked on my foot and calf for 10-15 min. doing this ART. It hurt bad and was sore for a few days but now I have no pain in the foot!!! It feels like a miracle! I am on my feet for work for many hours and had though about cutting my foot off some days the pain was so bad! And now its gone! It sounds too good to be true but I have been running again with not pain! I write this review because I am in healthcare and a pretty active person and I believe Matt can help many people out there. He does not take insurance but his rates are extremely reasonable so don't let that turn you away. He is worth every penny and so much more.. Thank you! read more

I am currently training for a half marathon, and went to go see Dr. Matt after having intense tenderness and tightness in my calves and thighs after a long run. My job involves a lot of walking, and before seeing Dr. Matt I felt as though I couldn't last through the workday. Having recently learnt about ART, (active release technique), I was thrilled to learn Dr. Matt was well practiced in ART, and he did a thorough job not only completing the ART, but explaining why he was doing it and how it would benefit me. He also gave me a series of stretches to do after my runs. After just two days, the tenderness was completely gone, and now I feel more than prepared for my race this weekend. I will be going to him for any of my future ailments. Thanks Matt! read more

Dr Matt smith is very knowledgeable in his field of sports injuries. I would definitely recommend anyone who is in pain to go check him out ! read more

I had recently hurt my lower back. I was in so much pain I wasn't able bend over two inches, I could barely sit down and it was even difficult to get out of my car. The pinch in my lower back hurt so bad I could barely put my shoes on. After a couple days of pain, I finally decided it was time to get some help. My boyfriend, who's a bodybuilder and is constantly straining his body, referred me to Matt. Dr. Matt was very professional and very welcoming. After asking a few questions to get a better sense of my pain, he did a few active stretches with me, where he put pressure on different muscles while having me do different movements. After the active stretches, he made a few adjustments. And after the adjustments we discussed homework. He thoroughly explained and demonstrated what stretches I needed to do and why I needed to do them. What I really appreciated was how he explained to me where my problems lied and discussed what was going on with me during my session. After two sessions and a little bit of rest, I was definitely more mobile and was finally able to go back to work. Dr. Matt is very knowledgeable and anyone could tell that he loves to help people. Thanks Matt! read more

I was in a car accident not long ago where I suffered from a whiplash injury in my neck. My neck was in a lot of pain even causing me headaches and my neck was also extremely tight. It was very hard for me to move it from left to right so I decided to make an appointment with Matt who is extremely professional and friendly. He was able to figure out exactly what was wrong with me and how we would go about treating it. He had me do some movements in my neck, some stretching as well as some readjustments. After seeing him about once a week for 3 weeks, doing my homework stretches and exercises, and resting my neck, I was back to normal! He did a great job helping me and getting me back to crossfit as soon as possible and for that I'm grateful. I recommend Matt to anyone who is having any kind of pain he's the best! read more

I have suffered from lower back pain for the past 15 years or so and I got quite resigned to it, after having seen many chiropractors. Until a colleague recommended Dr Matt. From the first appointment I have been very pleased with him. I enjoyed how he listened thouroughly to my story and tried to understand the different injuries and posture problems that are the deep cause to my pain. We got started with a treatment plan that includes orthopedics, physical exercises (abs mostly) and ART based massages. After a few weeks I am starting to feel the difference and I now have hope than I can get rid of my back pain permanently. Besides that, Dr Matt is extremely friendly. read more