Darryl Trimmer, RMT
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My mission is to help athletes feel stronger, move better, and stay active without pain holding them back. Move Better. Feel Better.
Through hands-on therapy and simple, effective mobility work, I guide you toward healthier movement and lasting confidence in your body.
06/02/2026
Starting this July.
The Handstands Class is officially coming to RMT Lab.
Whether you're chasing your first handstand or looking to improve your balance, strength, and technique, this class will help you build the foundation to get there.
Each session includes wrist and shoulder preparation, mobility work, strength development, balance drills, and step-by-step coaching in a supportive small-group environment.
All levels welcome… just a willingness to learn and spend some time upside down.
- Starting July 2026
- Beginner Friendly
- Strength + Mobility Focused
- Progressive Coaching
Ready to see what you're capable of?
Spots will be limited.
DM for more info.
05/27/2026
Splits and L-sit training are one of the best combinations for building strong, usable mobility.
Splits develop flexibility through the hips, hamstrings, and adductors, while L-sits build active strength and compression through the core and hip flexors. Together, they improve both range and control. not just how far you can move, but how well you can own those positions.
The result:
• Better mobility
• Stronger core control / hip flexors
• Healthier hips
• More efficient movement
Flexibility without strength can feel unstable. Strength without mobility can feel restricted. Training both creates balance.
That’s why Splits n’ L-Sits is built around developing mobility you can actually use.
Coming soon! DM for more info.
05/16/2026
Splits N’ L-Sits:
A class built to develop both flexibility and active strength.
This small group session combines:
front and middle split mobility + shoulder and hip flexor strength
Expect a blend of mobility drills, end-range strength work, and movement progressions designed to help you move with greater control, stability, and range.
Whether you’re working toward cleaner lines, stronger compression, improved mobility, or simply feeling better in your body — this class meets you where you’re at.
All levels welcome.
Progressions and modifications provided throughout.
Starting July 5.
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The Cossack Squat: Loaded end-range adductor training.
Own the range.
The Cossack Squat develops strength and motor control throughout your available range of motion. It takes the hip into abduction and the adductors into a lengthened, loaded position.
Why this pattern matters:
→ Trains the adductors under load at end-range
→ Develops articular strength in hip abduction and internal/external rotation
→ Builds the capacity to express range, not just access it passively
→ Supports joint health by loading the hip through positions it rarely gets trained in
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JointHealth
Copenhagen plank challenges the adductors in a functional, long-lever position while simultaneously torching your obliques and shoulders.
The Benefits:
Groin Injury Prevention: Essential for anyone in high-impact sports or deep-range movement.
Pelvic Stability: Improves gait mechanics. Mitigates injury.
Lateral Core Strength: It’s a side plank on steroids.
The Progressions
There are many ways to scale this exercise depending on your current strength. These are just a few variations to get you started:
See video
The last one I call 'The rotisserie'.
04/07/2026
The Secret to Hip Stability?
Your Adductors.
They aren't just "inner thighs", they act like a rudder, constantly adjusting to keep the pelvis level during the gait cycle or while standing on one leg.
Why they are a game-changer:
Pelvic Control: Keeping your hips level during squats, runs, and climbs.
Power Output: The adductor magnus is a massive hip extensor. Strong adductors = a more powerful stride and deeper squat.
Injury Prevention: They counteract "knee cave" and protect your ACL by controlling femoral rotation.
How to build resilience:
Exercises like Copenhagen Planks and Cossack Squats. We want to build strength in the lengthened position to ensure the joint is stable where it’s most vulnerable.
Ready to build a more resilient foundation?
Book a session via the link in my bio to integrate functional tissue loading into your routine.
The Jefferson Curl: Gravity vs. Tension
The Jefferson Curl is a staple for spinal health and mobility. What's the difference between using a band and using weights?
1. The Banded Jefferson Curl (Anterior Chain Focus)
When you use a resistance band, you aren't just resisting a weight; you are fighting a pull.
The Benefit: This forces a high level of engagement from the abs, hip flexors, and anterior chain. It turns the movement into an active "compression" exercise rather than a passive stretch.
Best For: Developing the strength to "round" the spine under tension and building a rock-solid core.
2. The Dumbbell Jefferson Curl (Posterior Loading)
Using a dumbbell or barbell relies on a constant vertical pull from gravity.
The Benefit: It’s excellent for finding "sticking points" in your mobility and using the weight to assist in reaching your end-range length.
Best For: Weighted stretching and building "armor" through the back of the body.
The Verdict:
Reach for the Band if you want to strengthen the muscles that pull you into a deep fold (active compression).
Reach for the Dumbbell if you want to use the load to sink deeper into the movement and strengthen the return.
Pro-Tip: Focus on segmenting the spine one vertebra at a time, regardless of which tool you choose.
03/11/2026
As I approach the 42, I’ve been reflecting on the hats I wear: husband, father, massage therapist, and trainer. Through every session and every late-night diaper change, it’s become crystal clear: the "secret sauce" isn’t intensity, it’s consistency. It’s the boring, beautiful habit of movement and strength training sustained over a very long period of time.
In my work, I spend my days helping others find relief and mobility. But here’s the reality: you cannot pour from an empty cup. If I don’t maintain my own physical foundation, I lose the capacity to show up for my clients and, more importantly, for my family. Strength is the vessel that allows me to carry the weight of my responsibilities without breaking.
Prioritizing your health isn't a selfish act; it’s an act of service. By staying strong, we ensure we remain a reliable pillar for the people who need us most for decades to come.
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