Welcome to Elevate Human Systems, where you experience one-on-one personal training & integrative wellness coaching. Our multi-disciplinary approach rewires the entire system, reducing pain and improving function. We believe the body is more than muscles and movement—it's an interconnected system of mind, biology, and emotion. Founded by James Staten, a leader in integrative health and performance, our mission is to revolutionize the way people heal, train, and thrive.

With degrees in Applied Physiology, Kinesiology, and Biomechanics from Southern Methodist University, James blends science with innovation to deliver results that go far beyond the traditional gym setting. More than just a workout—James helps you train your body, calm your mind, and reset your nervous system. His sessions combine movement, breathwork, and mindset coaching to support full-body health. He offers one-on-one training and physical care. His approach is informed by a range of neuromuscular systems, including Active Release Technique, Muscle Activation Techniques, Reflexive Performance Reset, and Square 1 Systems.”

Our Practice

Rewire the Body. Reset the Mind. Elevate You

Mind-Body Assessment

An assessment with James includes an intake of lifestyle, goals, and a movement and posture screening. He then applies traditional muscle testing and nervous system response observation to prepare a deeply personalized program that best suits the client.

Lifestyle and Goals

Movement and Posture Screen

Muscle Testing

Nervous System Observation

Customized Movement Programs

James creates a customized program that targets the specific movement profile of the client. He applies neuromuscular re-training and fascial therapy as the primary step to improving mobility, balance, and reducing pain. He focuses on teaching body awareness and how to control and release tension.

Customized Programming

Mobility and Balance Work

Neuro-Muscular Retraining

Fascial-Muscle Therapy

Nervous System Regulation

Nervous system regulation includes holistic therapies and methods to introduce a parasympathetic state and return the body to homeostasis. James integrates breathwork and visualization, grounding, vestibular and somatic practices, Vagus nerve stimulation, and more!

Breathwork and Visualization

Vestibular Exercises

Eye Exercises

Somatic Practices

❊ Testimonials

Loved by the community, the best wellness experience!

Seriously! But don’t take our word for it, here are some things people have to say about us.

“James has the best professionalism mixed with the willingness to learn about my condition. He has the patience of Job and the knowledge of Moses. Thanks James.”


— Sara W., Client

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“James was a pro! He has a very calm yet perfectly encouraging demeanor. He understood my goals (marathon training specific) and made the appropriate modifications on the fly to help me have the best experience possible.”


— John A., Client

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“After a handful of sessions with James I can already tell a difference. He is very knowledgeable, patient, and works you hard to your potential.”

— Deb S., Client

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❊ FAQs

You’ve got questions,
we’ve got answers

  • A typical session begins with a conversation of the client’s physical and emotional condition. He then introduces grounding practices, global rests, a nervous system warmup, any myofascial work necessary, and closely monitored specific exercises which match the client’s goals and/or needs.

  • A single session costs $70 and lasts anywhere from 30-50 minutes depending on needs of the client.

  • James has each client fill out a health history form to make sure the client is safe and proper communication is present. He meets the client where they are. James has worked with clients that have multiple sclerosis, fibromyalgia, and a variety of other conditions.

  • James offers training packages that you can pay for up front and cost less per session than the single session rate. Go to the packages tab to learn more.

  • If you purchase a training package, you will not be charged for missing an appointment. The packages that are purchased do have a deadline of use for 3 months. You will not be reimbursed if you do not use them.

  • James begins with a mind and body assessment intake before any session and charges $60 for that intake. If you want to just try 1 session, the normal rate is $70.