HELPING RUNNERS REBUILD
FASTER, STRONGER, INJURY-FREE
rebuild
We rebuild runners from the bottom up — delivering clarity, performance, and pain-free progress that lasts
EXPLORE gait Analysis
THE REBUILD METHOD PROGRAM
WE include all of these elements into our training protocol to make you the best prepared athlete you can be.
GAIT Training
Every stride tells a story. Through video analysis and precision cueing, we rebuild your mechanics to reduce stress, improve efficiency, and unlock faster, pain-free running. Small changes create lasting breakthroughs
Strength & Conditioning
Power comes from more than miles. We build strength that transfers directly to your stride—stabilizing joints, protecting against injury, and driving the force you need to run stronger, longer, and faster
mindset training
Peak performance starts in the mind. We train focus, resilience, and confidence so you can handle the grind of training, the pressure of race day, and the setbacks along the way—turning challenges into fuel for growth
Running programming
Smart training beats hard training. Our coaching blends science and experience to deliver personalized plans that fit your body, your goals, and your life—so you can train with confidence, race with clarity, and perform at your peak
PREHAB
The best way to treat injuries is to prevent them. Our prehab approach builds durability from the ground up—targeting weak links, reinforcing movement patterns, and keeping you training consistently without setbacks
Running Assesments
Gait Analysis at The Rebuild Method is a deep, individualized look at how you move — not just how far you run. We evaluate your running mechanics, mobility, strength, and movement strategy to identify what’s holding you back and what will move you forward.
GAit analysis
The Running-Specific Assessment is a physical therapy–based evaluation that focuses on the foundational elements that support efficient, durable running: mobility, strength, stability, and movement quality.
We’re a Local Chicago company that believes in STRENGTH through MOVEMENT
meet the founder & head performance coach
Dr. Silvana Gordon
Dr. Silvana Gordon, PT, DPT, is a physical therapist, former Division I athlete, gait specialist, and performance running coach who blends biomechanics, strength training, and personalized programming to help runners train smarter and stay injury-free. Based in Chicago, Silvana works with recreational runners, Boston qualifiers, and elite athletes competing on national stages.
She founded The Rebuild Method to create a coaching environment rooted in alignment—mechanically, mentally, and emotionally—where athletes can rebuild their foundation, unlock new performance levels, and sustain healthy training year after year. As both a clinician and former D1 athlete, Silvana understands the demands of high-performance sport and brings a unique perspective to injury prevention, gait retraining, and marathon preparation.
With advanced training in biomechanics and a passion for helping runners feel strong, confident, and supported, Silvana combines evidence-based PT with high-level coaching to guide athletes through every phase of their journey — from rebuilding to performing at their peak.
Faster, stronger, injury-free
Faster, stronger, injury-free
INSPIRING STRENGTH and BUILDING community through performance enhancing training.
“I came to Silvana after an ultra-marathon with lingering quad pain. She quickly identified that I was a quad-dominant runner and retrained me to engage my glutes. Within weeks, my easy pace dropped 30–45 seconds at a lower heart rate, and I’ve been able to increase my mileage with no issues. My legs feel stronger than ever, and I’ve regained both confidence and joy in running. Silvana explains everything clearly and takes the guesswork out of training—I’ve never felt more prepared heading into a training block.”
— Ryan Klainos