The Intermountain Healthcare Sports Medicine & Performance Center in Park City is providing a range of specialized clinical services, including medical nutrition therapy, targeted sports exercise packages, and personalized fitness assessments designed to manage medical conditions and optimize athletic performance.
Clinical Nutrition and Weight Management Services
The center's Medical Nutrition Therapy department offers clinical interventions led by registered dietitian nutritionists (RDN) to help patients treat and prevent long-term medical conditions. These services include medically supervised weight loss, nutritional assessments, and the implementation of anti-inflammatory diets.
According to Intermountain Healthcare, these dietitians work with patients to create well-designed eating plans that address specific health needs. The nutrition consultations involve a deep dive into a patient's medical history and current eating habits. Following this assessment, clinicians suggest proven dietary changes to manage conditions such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes, food allergies, and stomach problems.
Beyond managing chronic illness, the nutrition services focus on long-term behavior changes through goal setting and accountability. The department also provides assistance with meal planning and helping individuals improve their relationship with food.
Targeted Athletic Training Packages
For athletes seeking performance optimization, the center offers three distinct sports and exercise packages tailored to different demographic and athletic needs. The Endurance Sports Package is designed for participants in disciplines such as running, triathlasons, cycling, swimming, Nordic skiing, biathlon, and Skimo.
This endurance program includes a 60-minute physician consultation focused on injury prevention strategies, personalized recovery protocols, and supplement recommendations to maintain long-term health. The package also features a 60-minute session with a sports nutritionist (RDN) to optimize fueling strategies for energy management, hydration, and muscle repair. This specific package is billed to insurance and includes comprehensive lab and exercise testing.
The Sports Specific Package is available for athletes of all ages and levels, ranging from youth participants to professionals. Similar to the endurance program, it includes a physician consultation to discuss sport-specific injury prevention and a 60-minute nutrition evaluation to fine-tune fueling strategies and body composition.
Specialized Care for Mature Athletes
The center also provides a Masters Athlete Package specifically for athletes over the age of 45. This program addresses the unique physical demands and considerations of mature athletes, focusing on managing age-related changes and promoting recovery.
This package includes a physician consultation to discuss injury management and long-term fitness, alongside a personalized nutrition evaluation aimed at maintaining muscle mass, enhancing energy levels, and supporting overall health for older competitors. Like the other athletic packages, this option includes comprehensive lab tests and exercise testing.
Pricing for these sports and exercise packages is cash-based and varies depending on an individual's insurance coverage and medical condition. These services are eligible for both Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).
Personalized Fitness and Assessments
The facility's fitness services include exercise prescriptions, personal training, and functional movement assessments. The center offers an Exercise Prescription service, which provides a personalized plan focusing on cardio, strength, resistance, balance, and mobility to help individuals reach specific health goals.
A 45-minute Functional Fitness Assessment is required for anyone wishing to join the center's fitness classes. This assessment evaluates how the body moves during various exercises to identify strengths, weaknesses, imbalances, flexibility, and stamina. The test also helps clinicians identify potential injury risks or determine the cause of existing pain.
The functional assessment includes specific activities such as squats, push-ups, wall sits, planks, and sit-ups. Following the test, experts provide personalized recommendations for stretches and exercises to address identified weaknesses. This assessment is priced at $60 and is HSA/FSA eligible.
Training Accountability and Pricing
For those seeking one-on-one guidance, the center provides personal training designed for beginners and experienced exercisers alike. These sessions are intended for individuals with specific goals or those who require an extra level of accountability to maintain their routines.
Personal training sessions are structured so that trainers provide undivided attention to a single client without working with others during the scheduled time. This ensures proper form and allows for immediate answers to technical questions. The center offers various pricing tiers for personal training, including $55 for 30-minute sessions, $95 for 60-minute sessions, $500 for ten 30-minute visits, and $900 for ten 60-minute visits.
All fitness services, including exercise prescriptions and personal training, are HSA/FSA eligible. The center's fitness experts aim to provide customized plans that maximize the benefits of regular exercise while minimizing time wasted on ineffective routines.
