Pannell Performance Group
About The Pannell Performance Group
What We Do
At The Pannell Performance Group, we help active adults, busy parents, and youth athletes stay strong, mobile, and confident in their movement.
Whether you’re chasing your kids, hitting the gym before work, riding trails on the weekend, or improving your performance after an injury—we’re here to help you move better and perform at your best for the long haul.
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We specialize in:
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Guided mobility and strength programs to support real-life performance
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Movement coaching and performance tuning to help you move efficiently and reduce risk of injury
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Hands-on support for muscle tightness and stiffness (wellness-focused, not therapy)
Our Mission
We don’t just focus on fitness—we help you feel confident and capable in your movement. Using a biomechanical, evidence-based approach, we target movement patterns, mobility, and strength to support long-term performance and wellness.
No insurance hassles. No waiting months for approvals. Just one-on-one coaching and personalized programs that fit your lifestyle.
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Who We Help
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Weekend warriors & active adults – Want to stay strong, mobile, and performing at their best
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Youth athletes – Building solid movement, strength, and performance foundations
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Busy parents – Prioritizing functional movement to keep up with life and family
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Post-surgery clients – Interested in guided wellness, mobility, and performance support (private-pay only)
Meet the Founder
Alex Pannell, MS, OTR/L, CHT
Founder | Movement Specialist | Occupational Therapist
I started The Pannell Project because active people deserve more than short-term fixes. As someone who’s in the gym daily, biking on weekends, snowboarding on trips, and committed to staying mobile for life—I get it. You want to move well, feel confident, and keep doing what you love—without being stuck in a doctor’s office.
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Credentials That Work for You:
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Master’s Degree in Occupational Therapy – Strong foundation in movement science to support wellness and performance
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Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) – Specialist in upper body mechanics and functional movement
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Video Throwing Analysis Certified – Supporting throwing athletes with mechanics-based performance and injury prevention
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HawkGrips Level I & II Certified – Advanced hands-on techniques to enhance mobility and movement quality
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Why I Do This:
Pontotoc is my hometown, and giving back to this community is what fuels me. My goal has always been to create a space where people feel heard, challenged, and empowered—without restrictions from insurance codes.
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At The Pannell Performance Group, we don’t do cookie-cutter programs. We look at the full picture—your habits, your goals, your movement patterns—and build a plan to keep you performing at your best for the long haul.
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When I’m Not in the Clinic:
I’m usually with my wife and son, wakeboarding, snowboarding, mountain biking, or breaking down movement mechanics on video. I love teaching people how their bodies work so they can take control of their wellness and performance. You’ll also find me sharing tips on YouTube and social media, because knowledge is the foundation of lasting improvement.
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Let’s Work Together
Whether you’re interested in movement coaching, performance optimization, or wellness support, I’m here to help you stay strong, mobile, and confident in your movement at every stage of life.