Kim McLaughlin
Cofounder

Kim McLaughlin is a graduate of the St. John University in New York, where she earned a Bachelor’s in Speech and Language Pathology,  and has a Master's Degree in Speech and Language Pathology with a specialty in Head Injury and Stroke Rehabilitation.

She is the symbol of unlimited potential in sports: in fact, she has competed in Cross Country and Track, along with her husband Neil, when they were both still in high school, where they first met. Then, in college, she continued at the Division 1 level in both Track and Swimming.

After moving to Reston, VA, she impressed those who doubted her ability to excel after childbirth: she became one of the best Triathlon athletes in the country and the world. She placed second in the US National Championships and competed in the World Championships in Cancun, Mexico.  She competed in the Hawaii Ironman World Championship after having 2 children, Ryan and Conor!

Kim brings her health background and experience as an athlete to Reston Optimal Core to help patients gain health, confidence, and determination.

Neil McLaughlin
Certified Chiropractic Sports Physician (CCSP)

Neil McLaughlin received his undergraduate degree in Biology from St. John University in New York, and then he earned his Doctorate Degree from New York Chiropractic College. After graduation, he completed his post-graduate education to become a Certified Chiropractic Sports Physician (CCSP). The change was fueled by a meeting with a chiropractor, who found the cause of his biomechanical running issue, after his sports injuries had been misdiagnosed and misunderstood.

He continued to compete in running and triathlons, including NY, Boston, and Chicago Marathons and Ironman Canada. More importantly, he devoted his time to supporting the local Youth Sports programs in Reston and Herndon. He coached football, lacrosse, soccer and basketball and served on the boards of several sports.

Dr. McLaughlin has always been dedicated to health and fitness and the importance of overall core strength. An experience with the revolutionary and innovative ALLCORE360 inspired him to start Reston Optimal Core to enhance treatment and recovery of all patients.