Inertia Stretch and Flexibility
Our Certified Staff are Dedicated to Optimizing your Body

Our Certified Stretch Therapists are Physical Therapist trained and will help you feel your best. They hold degrees in Exercise Science and Kinesiology and several are currently pursing Physical Therapy Assistant and Doctoral Physical Therapy Training.

Cassandra Perales
Certified Stretch Therapist
and ​DPT Student

Cassandra earned her Bachelors in Kinesiology from Texas Tech University and is in her second year in the Doctorate in Physical Therapy program at TTUHSC. Her experience as a collegiate athlete, fitness instructor, and student has led her into the profession of helping others. Cassandra is excited to be part of a team that places health and wellness at the forefront of patient care. 

Esmeralda Lujan
Certified Stretch Therapist​
​and ​PTA Student

Esmeralda graduated from Arizona Western College. With her experience in the PT world, she immediately knew this was her passion. Her husband’s job has recently relocated her to Midland, Texas from Yuma, Arizona. She is excited to bring her knowledge and positive energy to the Inertia team. She is in Odessa College's Physical Therapist Assistant Program.
​Esme is fluent in Spanish

Katelynn Valenzuela
Certified Stretch Therapist
and ​PTA Student

Katelynn graduated from the University of Texas of the Permian Basin with a B.S in Exercise Science. She possesses excellent customer service and people skills. Katelynn is eager to further expand her knowledge in the field and help her clients improve their range of motion. She is in thr Physical Therapist Assistant Program at Odessa College. Katelynn is fluent in Spanish. ​

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Hilario Cabrera
Certified Stretch Therapist
and PTA Student

Hilario graduated from Texas Tech with a B.S in Kinesiology and a focus in Athletic Training. He is passionate about fitness and exercise and is delighted to be a member of the Stretch Therapy Team. He understands how important flexibility is for maximizing muscular power.
​He is currently attending the Physical Therapist Assistant Program at Odessa College. 

Merritt Henderson
Certified Stretch Therapist
Certified Athletic Trainer

Merritt is originally from Ft. Pierce, Florida, and is Certified Athletic Trainer. She earned her B.S. in Athletic Training at the University of Central Florida and her Master's in Sports Medicine at Georgia State University. She has worked in various settings including professional, collegiate, secondary school and most recently an orthopedic clinic.

Carlos Colon
Certified Stretch Therapist
Avid Runner

Carlos graduated from UTPB in 2020 with a B.S in Kinesiology. Carlos is an avid runner and is known to win many the local races in Midland and beyond. Carlos knows how important flexibility is for improving running performance and is excited to be part of the Stretch Therapy team to help members of the community perform their best. Carlos is fluent in Spanish.

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Tania Palacios Marquez
Certified Stretch Therapist

Tania has Bachelor of Science in Health Science Professions from Angelo State University. She has spent the last four years working with Physical and Occupational Therapy Clients providing top notch customer service. She brings a positive outlook and caring attitude to the team. She and her husband recently moved to Midland from San Angelo. 
She is bilingual in Spanish and English.

Sam Valdez
Certified Stretch Therapist

Sam graduated from UTPB in 2021 with a B.S in Kinesiology. She is dedicated to her work and eager to learn more to help her clients. She prides herself with great customer service, and awesome people skills. She has experience as a Physical Therapy Tech and is currently working towards her teaching certification. She is planning to attend Odessa College's Physical Therapy Assistant Program.
Sam is fluent in Spanish

Shane Fletcher
Certified Stretch Therapist
"Coach Fletcher"

Shane graduated from Eastern New Mexico University with a B.S in Kinesiology and a Masters in Education. He dedicated 32 years to coaching and teaching in the state of Texas and New Mexico. He is eager to continue gaining knowledge of stretch therapy in order to better help his clients attain their goals. He prides himself in having excellent customer service as well as good rapport with people.

Shelbea Hogan
Certified Stretch Therapist

Shelbea is a very motivated student who is actively pursuing a career in Physical Therapy! Growing up with her Nurse mother, she always knew she wanted to help people feel their best!  Shelbea looks forward to getting to know her clients and helping them experience healing. Shelbea enjoys her free time with her family.

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