ABOUT TRUE SELF HEALTH

True Self Health & Human Performance is a health and wellness organization dedicated to enriching lives in the Northwest Arkansas area and beyond through online and in-person coaching, events, and experiences.

MIND • BODY • BREATH

Specializing in human performance and health optimization, our focus lies in empowering individuals to achieve peak states of health and mindfulness. Utilizing a blend of modern techniques like breathwork, meditation, movement, and other stress-resiliency practices, we offer a holistic approach to wellness. Our ethos is rooted in community involvement, hosting events like breathwork sessions and cold plunge experiences to foster collective well-being. We are committed to providing evidence-based practices that support the journey towards optimal health and performance.

ABOUT OUR FOUNDER

DR. JUSTIN TERNES

Dr. Justin Ternes, a Doctor of Physical Therapy, Breathwork Specialist, and Mindset & Performance Coach, is the visionary founder of True Self Health & Human Performance.

Residing in the scenic Ozark Mountains of Northwest Arkansas, Dr. Ternes is a fervent advocate for holistic health optimization. With a career spanning over 7 years in physical therapy, he has evolved his practice to include holistic health and performance coaching, focusing on meditation, breathwork, mind-body connection, and mindset techniques. Dr. Ternes is deeply passionate about guiding high-performing athletes and individuals to reach their fullest potential. An avid sports enthusiast, nature lover, and community leader, he is renowned for his workshops and sessions that infuse a variety of mind-body approaches, continually striving to lead by example and elevate the human spirit.

EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS

Doctor of Physical Therapy - Franklin Pierce University - 2017

Bachelor of Science, Kinesiology - University of Arkansas - 2013

Whole Health Educator & Breathwork Facilitator - Walton Family Whole Health & Fitness - 2024 - present

EVRYMAN Lead Facilitator for Men's Mental Health - 2019-2022

Breath + Human Performance Mentorship - Brian Mackenzie

Advanced Wim Hof Experience - Kasper van der Muelen - Iceland 2019

BreathHoldWork Retreat - Erwan Le Corre - June 2021

ISTDP Psychophysiology Training - Dr. Allan Abbass & BOLD Health - 2020

Men's Emotional Intelligence Leadership Program - John Wineland - 2022

Mindset & Performance Coach - 3+ years of experience

◇ Over 1,000 Hours Breathwork Facilitation

◇ Over 2,000 Humans Guided Into Cold Exposure

◇ Over 500 Hours of Emotional Intelligence & Men's Group Coaching

◇ Created & Facilitated “Community Conversation on Psychedelics” with 100+ in attendance over two days.

◇ Founder of the North County San Diego Men's Group & NWA Men's Group - 2022-present

LET'S CONNECT

Now that we're acquainted, we would love to learn more about you! How can we help?

Reach out to us today to learn more or to schedule a free 15-minute discovery call.