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Built for injury recovery. Knee pain, back pain, foot pain and life after surgery. Learn to trust your body again.

1:1 online coaching. Your own program, video guides and a coach who believes in you from day one.

Your first consultation is free. Then from $100 a month. Month-to-month, no pressure.

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24h
Max. reply time. You are never on your own.
45 min
Per check-in. All about you and your progress.
1:1
Custom program. Made only for you.
30 days
Notice to cancel. No long contract, no pressure.

Who I coach

Every one of my clients has a comeback story. Some were hurt. Some were told they would never get there. All of them decided to try again, and that is where the good part starts.

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Main focus

Coming back from injury

Knee pain, back pain, foot pain or a stoma. Your body can do more than you think, and we prove it step by step.

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Strength

Getting stronger

Beginner or experienced. A clear plan, great technique and progress you can see and feel every month.

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Athletes

Performing better

Off-season, return to play or your first powerlifting meet. Show up as the strongest version of you.

Where it hurts. How we fix it.

There is always a way forward. For each problem I follow a clear, proven path. Together we find yours.

Knee pain

Knee pain does not have to be your future. Most knee pain I see has a clear cause. We find it, fix it and build strength step by step, so you can squat, run and take the stairs with a smile.

Back pain

Your back can be strong again. Most back pain comes from too little training or the wrong training. We build a strong, stable core that supports your spine, and then you train freely again.

Core stability

A stable core protects your back and makes every lift stronger. You will feel the difference in everything you do.

Foot & heel pain

For plantar fasciitis and heel pain, we first get the pain down, then build strength in your foot and lower leg, so every step feels lighter.

Training with a stoma

Yes, you can train with a stoma. A clear path in four levels, always with the OK from your medical team. You move up when you are ready, and every level is a win.

Cleared by your PT?

Physical therapy got you out of pain. Now it is time to squat, deadlift and play again. I take you from "cleared" to "strong".

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Example session. Your program is built only for you.

How it works

01

Book a free consultation. 45 minutes on Zoom, no cost. Tell me your story and your biggest goal.

02

Short intake. A quick health questionnaire (PAR-Q) and a simple agreement. If needed, we include your doctor or PT. Then we start.

03

Your program in the app. Every exercise with video guides, sets and reps. Watch your progress grow, right on your phone.

04

Train and check in. Message me any time, I reply within 24 hours. Plus 45-minute Zoom check-ins. You are never on your own.

05

Level up. Every phase makes you stronger. One day you will look back and smile at how far you came.

Further than you ever imagined.

They told you it's over. It is not. Maybe you played sports in high school. Then an injury or a chronic problem stopped you, and people said: "This is normal now." You are cleared to move again, but your confidence is gone.

Before your injury "This is normal now" Far beyond your old level Injury Cleared to move? This is where we start. Back to your old level Where we can go Setback Low point Phase 1 Rebuild Phase 2 Strength Phase 3 Beyond
Your strength and confidence over timeIllustration of a comeback. Your path is your own.

Your low point. Cleared to move, but afraid to trust your body again? That is okay. This is exactly the moment we start working together.

Your comeback. Step by step we rebuild strength and confidence. Every small win counts, and we celebrate all of them.

Your new level. Not just "back to normal". Stronger, more confident and proud of what you did.

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Your coach · Archer Pann

Built for the underdog.

"My goal is to help people who have been pushed down, gotten injured, and been told that they will never achieve what they want. I want to help the underdog."Archer, founder of Underdog Coaching

NASM certified personal trainer. Trained in exercise science and corrective exercise.

Eight years under the bar. Powerlifter. I love helping people find their strength.

Setbacks of my own. I have been injured and came back stronger. If I can do it, so can you.

Read my story ↓

In my own words

My comeback story

I know the low point. I have been there more than once. This is how I got back up, and why I want to help you do the same.

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Where it all started

[Archer: Your first day in the gym, eight years ago. What made you start lifting?]

02

My first setback

[Archer: What happened? How did it feel? What did people tell you about your future?]

03

Knocked down again

[Archer: Your second and third setbacks. What kept you going when it was hard?]

04

The comeback

[Archer: How did you come back? What changed in your training and in your head? What did powerlifting teach you?]

05

Why I started Underdog

[Archer: Why you want to help people who were told they can't. What "underdog" means to you.]

"If I could come back, so can you. Let's write your comeback story next."

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Simple pricing

One monthly price. Everything included. Both plans get you there. The difference is how much 1:1 time we spend together.

Monthly Check-in

$100 / month

For people who love training on their own and want a monthly boost.

  • Custom program in the app
  • Messaging support, replies within 24h
  • Video guides for every exercise
  • 1 × 45-min Zoom check-in per month
Book a call · Monthly

Weekly Check-in

4× more 1:1 time
$150 / month

For a fresh injury, a big new goal or anyone who wants a coach close by every week.

  • Custom program in the app
  • Messaging support, replies within 24h
  • Video guides for every exercise
  • 45-min Zoom check-in every week
  • 4× more 1:1 time with Archer
Book a call · Weekly

Your 1:1 time on Zoom, per month

4×
Monthly Check-in
45 min
Weekly Check-in
about 3 h

Weekly = 4 calls of 45 minutes per month, instead of 1. Only $50 more for 4× the support.

You get there either way. Weekly gets you there faster.

Every check-in is a chance to fix your technique and adjust your plan. Weekly gives you that chance 4× as often.

Your goal Goal reached Weekly: goal reached, and still climbing Monthly: goal reached too Progress StartMonth 1Month 2Month 3Month 4Month 5Month 6 Weekly Monthly
Zoom check-inIllustration only. Real progress depends on you, your body and your goal.

Your first consultation is free. No payment on this website: pick a plan, book a call, and we set up everything together. Month-to-month, cancel with 30 days' notice.

Myths I hear every week

Good news: your body is stronger than these myths. Here are three things you can stop believing today.

Myth #1
"Squats are bad for your knees."

With good form and the right load, squats make the muscles around your knee stronger. For many people, that means less pain and more freedom.

Myth #2
"You need to be sore for it to be a good workout."

Soreness does not measure progress. Getting stronger, moving better and feeling less pain do. A great session can leave you feeling fresh and happy.

Myth #3
"Cardio is the best way to lose fat."

Strength training, good food and daily movement work better together. Muscle helps you keep the results. Cardio is a great tool, but not the whole plan.

Questions

Is this physical therapy?

No. I am a personal trainer, not a doctor or physical therapist. I do not diagnose or treat medical conditions. I work together with your doctor or PT and help you build strength after they clear you. If your pain is new, sharp or getting worse, please see a medical professional first. Read the full health disclaimer.

Is the first consultation really free?

Yes. The first consultation is 45 minutes on Zoom and costs nothing. We talk about your situation and your goals. If coaching is not the right fit for you, there is no obligation.

Do I need a gym?

A gym gives us the most options, but it is not a must. Tell me what equipment you have, and I build your program around it. Home workouts with no equipment are possible too. We make it work.

I just had surgery. Can I start?

Yes! As soon as your doctor or physical therapist clears you for exercise. We start at your level and celebrate every step forward.

How do the check-ins work?

Each check-in is a 45-minute video call on Zoom, monthly or weekly depending on your plan. We look at your progress, your technique and the next steps. Between calls you can message me in the app. I reply within 24 hours.

How do I pay?

There is nothing to pay on this website. First we talk on a call. If we are a good fit, we go through the payment together and you pay monthly.

How do I cancel?

Coaching is month-to-month. Send me a message 30 days before you want to stop. No long contract, no hidden fees.

Where are you based?

I am based in California. Because coaching is online, you can train with me from anywhere in the world.

Your comeback starts with one free call.

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Tell me where you are and where you want to be. I answer every message within 24 hours, and I can't wait to hear your story.

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