The Training Ground - South Plainfield — Local services in South Plainfield

Cristina at The Training Ground has been a game-changer for my son’s recovery. After struggling with a pulled hamstring and trying multiple commercial physical therapy clinics, we finally found Cristina—and it made all the difference. She worked closely with him, and now he’s pain-free and back on the soccer field.

What sets Cristina apart is her background as a high-level soccer player. She really understands the physical demands athletes face, which is a huge benefit for youth players like my son. Whether she’s working with younger kids, high school athletes, or college players, her experience and communication make a real impact. She works with elite players from MLS academies and clubs, and it’s easy to see why so many families trust her with their children’s sports performance and injury prevention.

Cristina focuses on strength and conditioning tailored to each player’s needs, with a big emphasis on health, safety, and smart training practices. She knows how important proper strength work is in building injury-free athletes, something many parents overlook. Whether your child needs physical therapy to recover from an injury or just wants to improve performance on the field, Cristina's expertise is top-notch.

If you’re looking for someone who truly understands how to develop young athletes and keep them healthy, I can’t recommend Cristina and The Training...

After having ACL reconstruction surgery for a complete ACL tear I was at a crossroads in my recovery. I was lost and felt like my progress was plateauing. I needed guidance and a program that would help me return to sport and get my body back to athletic testing. For that reason alone I cannot recommend the training ground enough. I gained so much more strength, confidence and mental stability in one month with Cristina than I did in 3 months at my first rehab center. Everyone there from Jordan to Carlos welcomed me with open arms, worked WITH ME and designed a personalized plan for my specific injury. I don’t even know where I’d be without them - give...

5 stars will never be enough to rate TG. Our family is forever indebted to Dr.Cristina, Dr. Carlos, Coach Jacob and the rest of the staff. The team nurtured and pushed my daughter through out her enire rehab. On days when she was mentally down, the team always found a way to mentor and get her through it. TG continues to elevate the level of PT for young athletes and are worth every penny, every minute of long drive, and cannot wait to witness their continued success! If your looking for the proper PT for your athlete to return to their sport do not hesitate ...