Update for 2026: We are opening a new location!
Where:
Lake Crystal Area Rec Center: 621 W Nathan St. Lake Crystal, MN
New Times:
We will be offering before school times as well as after school and weekends
New Coaches
Meet Our New Coaches
Colton Mandt, DPT
Colton earned his Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science from Minnesota State University, Mankato, and his Doctorate of Physical Therapy from the College of St. Scholastica in Duluth. He has extensive experience coaching both large summer strength and conditioning programs and small-group weight training sessions. Colton is a dedicated sports enthusiast and is excited to begin working with local athletes to help them reach their full potential.
Zach Erickson, MS, CSCS
Zach holds a Master of Science in Exercise Physiology and is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) through the National Strength and Conditioning Association. Since 2015, he has served as a personal trainer and coach, working with individuals and groups to build strength, wellness, and confidence. Zach brings a deep passion for fitness and athlete development to the Fit x Hitch team.
Sports Performance and Nutrition Science
Our History
Our Services
Our History
With more than two decades of expertise in physical therapy, athletic training, and strength and conditioning, Jim and Jamie have helped athletes of all ages and abilities reach their full potential. We are committed to providing tailored, evidence-based programs that deliver results you can see—and improvements you can feel in every aspect of your performance.
Our Vision
Our Services
Our History
We collaborate with athletes and individuals who are driven by a shared commitment to health, wellness, and achieving peak performance. Our goal is to empower our clients to reach their highest potential through expert guidance and a science-based approach. We pride ourselves on delivering a one-of-a-kind experience that goes beyond what any other fitness performance company can offer.
Our Services
Our Services
Our Services
Our process starts with a thorough assessment of strength, speed, power, biomechanics, and coordination to shape a personalized plan for one-on-one or small group sessions. Each program is carefully designed to optimize performance gains. We also provide detailed nutrition evaluations to align with individual goals, followed by implementation sessions to support lasting results
About FitxHitch
The Hitchcocks
Jim and Jamie launched their careers in athletics after earning their Bachelor's degrees in Athletic Training. Driven by a passion for working with active individuals and a commitment to healthcare, they both pursued careers as Doctors of Physical Therapy. Over the years, they’ve collaborated with numerous high schools to create and implement impactful strength and conditioning programs within their communities.
Experience
20 years of working in outpatient physical therapy
15 years of strength and conditioning coaching for individual and large groups
22 years of athletic training room and game coverage.
Jim Hitchcock, PT, DPT, ATC, CWPC, CSAC, CSNC
Doctor of Physical Therapy, Certified Athletic Trainer
Certified Weightlifting Performance Coach,
Certified Speed and Agility Coach
Certified Sports Nutrition Coach
Jamie Hitchcock, PT, DPT, ATC
Doctor of Physical therapy, Certified Athletic Trainer