The Difference Between Rehab, Training, and Performance (And Why It Matters)

Elite Performance Clinic • January 2026
Rehab, training, and performance are different. Learn the difference and why it matters for your success.

Most people confuse rehab, training, and performance. They think they're the same thing, or they don't understand the difference. But rehab, training, and performance serve different purposes, and understanding the difference is essential for success.

At Elite Performance Clinic, we work across all three domains. We do rehab to restore function after injury. We do training to build capacity. We do performance to optimize output. Here's the difference and why it matters.

The Three Domains

  • Rehab: Restoring function after injury or dysfunction
  • Training: Building capacity and improving function
  • Performance: Optimizing output for competition or goals

Each domain requires different approaches, different programming, and different goals. Understanding which domain you're in determines everything about your program.

Not sure which domain you're in? Book an assessment and we'll determine what you need.

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