Riley Ratliff graduated from Hardin-Simmons University with his Doctorate in Physical Therapy in 2020. He went on to pursue a career in Sports Physical Therapy earning his Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist and Tactical Strength and Conditioning Facilitator in 2022 and 2024 respectively. He became a Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Sports Physical Therapy in 2023. 

Riley has worked in outpatient orthopedics and sports since 2020. He is the Sports Residency Director for NAIOMT and is an assistant instructor for NAIOMT’s Sports Manual Therapy course teaching nationally and internationally. He is a team physical therapist for McKinney North High School and for the CrossFit Games. He has competed in Ironman distance triathlons, ultramarathons, and has a passion for sports performance.