Best Professional Baseball Strength Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 184: 184. Interview with Yannick Plante (Part Two) 29:46

7h ago29:46

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Yannick Plante is entering his sixth season within the Kansas City Royals organization. He is working the 2024 season as the Strength & Conditioning Coach for the Surprise Royals after working three seasons in the same role with Triple-A Omaha. He is also serving as a Rehab Strength & Conditioning Coach. In the fall of 2019, Yannick was a staff mem…

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354: Hamstring Muscle-Tendon Strain During Acceleration 59:21

12m ago59:21

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Biceps femoris muscle-tendon strain during an entire overground sprint acceleration: a biomechanical explanation for hamstring injuries in the acceleration phase Astrella A, Iordanov D, De Caro D, et al. Sports Biomech. Published Ahead of Print. doi:10.1080/14763141.2024.2353233 Due to copyright laws, unless the article is open source we cannot leg…

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Ep. 9 | Payton Alexander - Earning Respect, Building a Culture, & Leadership 1:18:05

7h ago1:18:05

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In this episode of STAY FEARLESS, we dive into earning respect, building a culture, & leadership with Payton Alexander. Payton played baseball at Loyola University New Orleans where he etched his name all over the Loyola records book during one of the best careers in program history. Those accolades include 2nd in home runs all time, 2nd in RBIs al…

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Jordan Trejo: Head Coach of Boise State Women's Lacrosse 49:02

1h ago49:02

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Jordan Trejo was surrounded by lacrosse superstars in her family from the time she was born. She fell in love with the sport and competed in lacrosse at a very young age. In high school, she had aspirations to play at the next level and had different opportunities prior to finding a home at BYU in Provo, Utah. Now she is the Head Coach at Boise Sta…

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Dr. Justin Lugtu - Growing and Managing an Out-Patient Clinic at Spear Physical Therapy 56:59

1d ago56:59

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Welcome to True Sports Physical Therapy's latest episode, where we explore the dynamics of growing and managing an outpatient clinic with Dr. Justin Lugtu. In this episode titled "Dr. Justin Lugtu - Growing and Managing an Outpatient Clinic at Spear Physical Therapy," we delve into the strategies, challenges, and successes of running a thriving phy…

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353: Knee Extensor Torque Steadiness After ACLR 1:04:38

25m ago1:04:38

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On this episode we were joined by special guest researcher Dr. Dan Cobian from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Knee Extensor Torque Steadiness and Quadriceps Activation Variability in Collegiate Athletes 4, 6, and 12 Months After ACL Reconstruction Cobian DG, Oppenheim ZR, Roehl TJ, et al. Orthop J Sports Med. 2024;12(6):23259671241253844. doi…

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Ep. 8 | Jacob Zibin - Simplifying Training, the Lessons of Rehab, and Sleep/Nutrition 1:10:03

4d ago1:10:03

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In this episode of STAY FEARLESS, we dive into simplifying training, the lessons of rehab, and sleep/nutrition with Jacob Zibin. Jacob is originally from Langley, British Columbia, Canada and moved to Florida to train at TNXL academy as a junior in high school. He was then drafted by the Cleveland Guardians in the 2022 Amateur Draft as a 17 year ol…

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Hudson Rogers: State Champion and National Champion Wrestler - Utah Valley University Commit 48:51

4d ago48:51

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If you know wrestling in the high school space, you know of Hudson Rogers. The man just keeps on winning! Having been here in Idaho, and being connected with my Alma Mater (Meridian High School), I kept hearing his name year after year.. It seemed as if he just kept winning more and more tournaments in the sport of wrestling. Now we have a chance t…

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Molly Binetti - How To Train and Rehab National Championship Basketball Players 1:02:46

2d ago1:02:46

1:02:46

Welcome to True Sports Physical Therapy's latest episode, where we delve into the world of training and rehabbing elite basketball players with special guest Molly Binetti. In this episode titled "Molly Binetti - How To Train and Rehab National Championship Basketball Players," we explore the strategies and methodologies used to keep top-tier athle…

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Episode 183: 183. Interview with Yannick Plante (Part One) 26:22

4d ago26:22

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Yannick Plante is entering his sixth season within the Kansas City Royals organization. He is working the 2024 season as the Strength & Conditioning Coach for the Surprise Royals after working three seasons in the same role with Triple-A Omaha. He is also serving as a Rehab Strength & Conditioning Coach. In the fall of 2019, Yannick was a staff mem…

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352: Foot Strength and Sprinting Performance 49:37

4d ago49:37

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Human foot muscle strength and its association with sprint acceleration, cutting and jumping performance, and kinetics in high-level athletes Tourillon R, Michel A, Fourchet F, et al. J Sports Sci. Published Ahead of Print. doi:10.1080/02640414.2024.2367365 Due to copyright laws, unless the article is open source we cannot legally post the PDF on t…

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Ep. 7 | Christopher Bohrer - Using Psychology and Experiences to be Successful in Baseball 1:05:22

11d ago1:05:22

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In this episode of STAY FEARLESS, we dive into using psychology and experiences to be successful in baseball with Christopher Bohrer. Chris played JUCO baseball at Miami-Dade College, one of the top JUCO programs in Florida, where he was a corner infielder. Then, he played at Loyola University New Orleans where Chris made the switch to shortstop an…

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Koy Blanchard: Disc Golf Through the Eyes of a Competitor AND Businessman 45:40

14d ago45:40

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In 2022, I had Dallin Blanchard on the podcast to speak about the sport of Disc Golf. It was at that time that I learned just how big the Disc Golf Community really is and how cool and unique the sport itself is. Today, on Episode 360 of the show, I'm brining on Koy Blanchard (who happens to be a younger brother of Dallin's) and we'll learn more ab…

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Dr. Michael Mash - Strength Training For The Post Operative Client 55:53

9d ago55:53

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Welcome to True Sports Physical Therapy's latest episode, where we explore effective strength training strategies for post-operative clients with Dr. Michael Mash. In this insightful episode titled "Dr. Michael Mash - Strength Training For The Post Operative Client," we delve into the principles and practices that facilitate safe and effective reha…

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351: Hip Functional Performance Testing 59:30

11d ago59:30

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On this episode we were joined by special guest physical therapist Keelan Enseki from the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. Evaluating functional performance tests in those with non-arthritic intra-articular hip pain: an international consensus statement Martin RL, Takla A, Disantis A, et al. Int J Sports Phys Ther. 2023;18(6). doi:10.26603/…

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Ep. 6 | Allen Dennis - Building a Successful Mindset & Routine, Life Lessons in Baseball, and the Psychological Struggles of Rehab 57:43

18d ago57:43

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In this episode of STAY FEARLESS, we dive into building a successful mindset & routine, life lessons in baseball, and the psychological struggles of rehab with Allen Dennis. Allen played baseball at Loyola University New Orleans where he etched his name all over the Loyola records book solidifying himself as the best player in program history. Thos…

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Greg Kite: Two-Time NBA Champion and 11 Year NBA Veteran 56:28

15d ago56:28

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At 6'11 and athletic, it's no surprise that basketball was the sport of choice for Greg Kite. The suprising part of his story is how he was able to sustain such a long professional career by staying healthy at that size as he competed with some of the best players in history. Today, we get to hear the story of Greg Kite and his journey through the …

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Jack Rasmussen - Decreasing ACL Injuries with a Revolutionary Cleat 48:56

16d ago48:56

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Welcome to True Sports Physical Therapy's latest episode, where we delve into innovative solutions for reducing ACL injuries with our special guest, Jack Rasmussen - Founder of Caddix Cleats. In this episode titled "Jack Rasmussen - Decreasing ACL Injuries with a Revolutionary Cleat," we explore the cutting-edge technology behind a cleat designed t…

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Episode 182: 182. Interview with Mark Weisman (Part Two) 37:56

29d ago37:56

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Mark Weisman is currently working in the Chicago Cubs organization as the Minor League Strength and Conditioning Coordinator. Mark has been part of the organization since 2022. Prior to the Cubs, he worked at the University of Iowa as both an intern and Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach with football (2016-2020), was the Director of Sports …

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350: Concussion-like Symptom Reporting 1:00:25

18d ago1:00:25

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On this episode we were joined virtually by the Tufts DPT student journal club. Factors Associated With Concussion-like Symptom Reporting in High School Athletes Iverson GL, Silverberg ND, Mannix R, et al. JAMA Pediatr. 2015;169(12):1132. doi:10.1001/jamapediatrics.2015.2374 Due to copyright laws, unless the article is open source we cannot legally…

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Ep. 5 | Brenden Taravella - Culture, Performance Training, and Getting Through Injury 55:49

25d ago55:49

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In this episode of STAY FEARLESS, we dive into culture, performance training, and getting through injury with Brenden Taravella. Brenden is a former Fearless athlete who pitched at Loyola University New Orleans. He is a member of our 90 mph club and holds many places in the Loyola University New Orleans records book including 1st in strikeouts per …

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Cash Burgess: The Art of Jiu Jitsu 58:37

22d ago58:37

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Major shoutout to Cash Burgess!! This guy is a standup human being who returned my lost wallet in a Boise parking lot and returned it to my home! It was through that event that I was able to connect to him and learn about his experience in Jiu Jitsu, and here we are bringing an awesome interview to you on this one! Cash will be explaining some of h…

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Ep. 4 | Getting on the Mound During Return to Throw - Rant w/ Joey Hanley 16:44

29d ago16:44

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In this episode of STAY FEARLESS, we dive into Getting on the Mound During Return to Throw with Joey Hanley. Joey dives into the intricacies of progressing to throwing off the mound during a return to throw build up. He details common mistakes and what the progression should look like. Stay Fearless! If you’re interested in elite training, DM or em…

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Ryan Ripken - Analyzing UCL Injuries in Professional Baseball 43:54

23d ago43:54

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Welcome to True Sports Physical Therapy's latest episode, where we take an in-depth look at UCL injuries in professional baseball with our special guest, Ryan Ripken. In this episode titled "Ryan Ripken - Analyzing UCL Injuries in Professional Baseball," we explore the causes, treatment, and prevention strategies for one of the most common and seri…

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349: Exercise and Time Perception 47:29

25d ago47:29

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The perception of time is slowed in response to exercise, an effect not further compounded by competitors: behavioral implications for exercise and health Edwards AM, Menting SGP, Elferink‐Gemser MT, et al. Brain Behav. 2024;14(4):e3471. doi:10.1002/brb3.3471 Due to copyright laws, unless the article is open source we cannot legally post the PDF on…

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Jorrit DeVries: Alphabeats Technology Changes the Game for Mental Toughness in Athletes 32:18

29d ago32:18

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For years, athletes and others have attempted to find ways to tap into their brains and train themselves to be stronger mentally so they can enhance their overall performance. Now, we have tools and technology to do that exact thing. We are going to learn about Alphabeats today on the show as the Chief Commercial Officer of Alphabeats, Jorrit DeVri…

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Dr. Matteo Vertucci - Hip and Groin Pain in the Soccer Athlete 1:09:11

1M ago1:09:11

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Welcome to True Sports Physical Therapy's latest episode, where we explore the intricacies of diagnosing and treating hip and groin pain in soccer athletes with Dr. Matteo Vertucci. In this informative episode titled "Dr. Matteo Vertucci - Hip and Groin Pain in the Soccer Athlete," we delve into the common causes, assessment techniques, and effecti…

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Ep. 3 | Psychological Warfare - Rant w/ Dr. Alex Acevedo 5:23

1M ago5:23

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In this episode of STAY FEARLESS, we dive into psychological warfare with Dr. Alex Acevedo, DPT, CSCS. Baseball is unique as a team sport, because at the center of the sport it is made up of a series of 1-on-1 battles between pitcher and hitter. One of the main components of that battle, that can give a significant edge when controlled, is the psyc…

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Episode 181: 181. Interview with Mark Weisman (Part One) 24:52

1M ago24:52

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Mark Weisman is currently working in the Chicago Cubs organization as the Minor League Strength and Conditioning Coordinator. Mark has been part of the organization since 2022. Prior to the Cubs, he worked at the University of Iowa as both an intern and Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach with football (2016-2020), was the Director of Sports …

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348: Modern Manual Therapy 52:15

1M ago52:15

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A modern way to teach and practice manual therapy Kerry R, Young KJ, Evans DW, et al. Chiropr Man Therap. 2024;32(1):17. doi:10.1186/s12998-024-00537-0 Due to copyright laws, unless the article is open source we cannot legally post the PDF on the website for the world to download at will. Brought to you by our sponsors at: CSMi – https://www.humacn…

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Avery Howell: 2024 McDonald's All-American and Idaho Basketball Phenom 35:23

1M ago35:23

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For the last few years I've had the honor of watching Avery Howell as she took the girls basketball scene by storm as a leader for her Boise High School squad! The growth she had over the past few years was insane and to see how she handled the pressure when the spotlight was on her, was incredible. Her work ethic and her passion are large reasons …

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Dr. Sam Jankowski - Becoming An Expert Even As A New Graduate 1:07:42

1M ago1:07:42

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Welcome to True Sports Physical Therapy's latest episode, where we delve into the journey of becoming an expert in the field, even as a new graduate, with Dr. Sam Jankowski. In this insightful episode titled "Dr. Sam Jankowski - Becoming An Expert Even As A New Graduate," we explore the strategies and mindset required to excel early in your physica…

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347: Hypohydration, Menstrual Phase, and Pain Perception 49:36

1M ago49:36

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Hypohydration but not menstrual phase influences pain perception in healthy women Tan B, Philipp MC, Che Muhamed AM, et al. J Appl Physiol. 2022;132(3):611-621. doi:10.1152/japplphysiol.00402.2021 Due to copyright laws, unless the article is open source we cannot legally post the PDF on the website for the world to download at will. Brought to you …

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Ep. 2 | Garrison Roy - The State of Modern Baseball Performance Training 1:08:24

2M ago1:08:24

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In this episode of STAY FEARLESS, we dive into the state of modern baseball performance training with Garrison Roy. Garrison is the co-founder of Inked Sports Performance, an online baseball performance training company. He has experience with all levels of athletes and has spent time coaching at the Florida Baseball Armory, Cressey Sports Performa…

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BYU Women's Hall of Fame Basketball Player: Jackie Beene McBride 43:39

1M ago43:39

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Jackie Beene McBride is a BYU Women’s Basketball Hall of Famer and with that comes so many amazing stories and insights! If you are interested in learning from someone who has competed in their sport at one of the highest levels of their era, and who has helped be part of the evolution of their sport, then tap into this one! We’ll discuss many poin…

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Dr. Caleb Burgess - Building a Massive Following and Treating Patients Virtually 40:36

1M ago40:36

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Welcome to True Sports Physical Therapy's latest episode, where we explore the innovative intersection of social media influence and virtual patient care with Dr. Caleb Burgess. In this insightful episode titled "Dr. Caleb Burgess - Building a Massive Following and Treating Patients Virtually," we dive into Dr. Burgess's journey of growing a substa…

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Episode 180: 180. Interview with Andy King (Part Two) 22:21

2M ago22:21

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Andy King is in his 11th year with the Giants and his fourth as Coordinator, Minor League Strength & Conditioning. Prior to this role, he spent the previous three years with Triple-A Sacramento. He also had stops with Richmond, San Jose and with short-season Salem-Keizer. He previously spent a year and a half as the Athletic Performance Graduate As…

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346: Muscle Echogenicity and Physical Function in Aging Adults 1:06:22

2M ago1:06:22

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On this episode we were joined by special guest researcher Dr. Dustin Oranchuk from the University of Colorado. Exploring the associations between skeletal muscle echogenicity and physical function in aging adults: A systematic review with meta-analyses Oranchuk DJ, Bodkin SG, Boncella KL, et al. J Sport Health Sci. Published Ahead of Print. doi:10…

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Ep. 1 | Dr. Alex Acevedo & Joey Hanley - Welcome to STAY FEARLESS 1:40:37

2M ago1:40:37

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Welcome to STAY FEARLESS, The Fearless Sports Performance podcast with all things baseball performance. In this episode, the Fearless Sports Performance Co-Founders, Dr. Alex Acevedo and Joey Hanley, talk about their baseball journeys, the FSP origin story, important lessons they have learned along the way, and the culture they are building at Fear…

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From the Field to the Boardroom: Insights with Coach Brandon Buck from Infinite Strengths 41:01

2M ago41:01

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From the diamond to the business world, Brandon Buck knows a thing or two about what it takes to be a leader and a motivator in life. From his bio on his website it reads: "For 22 years, Brandon Buck has been helping people and companies maximize their potential. He has led numerous athletes to the professional ranks and colleges, facilitated trans…

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Dr. Jamie Phillips - Rehabbing Ice Hockey Goalies 1:03:32

2M ago1:03:32

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Welcome to True Sports Physical Therapy's latest episode, where we explore the specialized world of rehabbing ice hockey goalies with Dr. Jamie Phillips, DPT. In this episode titled "Dr. Jamie Phillips, DPT; Former Professional Hockey Player - Rehabbing Ice Hockey Goalies," we delve into the unique demands and rehabilitation strategies for one of t…

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345: Dry Needling for Chronic Low Back Pain 55:57

2M ago55:57

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The effectiveness of dry needling in patients with chronic low back pain: a prospective, randomized, single-blinded study. Rajfur J, Rajfur K, Kosowski Ł, et al. Sci Rep. 2022;12(1):15803. doi:10.1038/s41598-022-19980-1 Due to copyright laws, unless the article is open source we cannot legally post the PDF on the website for the world to download a…

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How Pro Athletes Master Fear and Stress in Sports 8:26

2M ago8:26

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Master your fears, and you master your anxiety. Want help optimizing your mental game? Call or text Dr. Jay Cavanaugh at 1-951-999-8423 Or email him at jay@behindthebest.co Our testimonials can be found at RAK-Racing.com Follow us on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/behindthebest.co/By Dr. Jay Cavanaugh

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Mastering the Sidelines: Dan Hawkins' Odyssey through Leadership and Legacy 50:56

2M ago50:56

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I first learned of Dan Hawkins when he was the head coach for my Alma Mater, Boise State University. From 2001-2005, Coach Hawkins was leading the Broncos on their journey during their 'growth phase' from a national perspective. While that era was not the first time Boise State had tasted massive success (Coach Hawkins will be the first to tell you…

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Dr. Natty Bandasak - PT Entrepreneurship and Clinical Excellence 1:08:11

2M ago1:08:11

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Welcome to True Sports Physical Therapy's latest episode, where we delve into the realms of physical therapy entrepreneurship and clinical excellence with Dr. Natty Bandasak. In this enlightening session titled "Dr. Natty Bandasak - PT Entrepreneurship and Clinical Excellence," we explore the multifaceted world of owning a physical therapy practice…

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Episode 179: 179. Interview with Andy King (Part One) 33:06

2M ago33:06

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Andy King is in his 11th year with the Giants and his fourth as Coordinator, Minor League Strength & Conditioning. Prior to this role, he spent the previous three years with Triple-A Sacramento. He also had stops with Richmond, San Jose and with short-season Salem-Keizer. He previously spent a year and a half as the Athletic Performance Graduate As…

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344: Contextual Effects in Physical Therapy Interventions 58:51

2M ago58:51

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Which portion of physiotherapy treatments’ effect is attributable to contextual effects in people with musculoskeletal pain?: A meta-analysis of randomised placebo-controlled trials. Ezzatvar Y, Dueñas L, Balasch-Bernat M, et al. J Orthop Sports Phys Ther. Online Ahead of Print. doi:10.2519/jospt.2024.12126 Due to copyright laws, unless the article…

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Liam Campbell: 6'5 Forward for St Mary's - Former Owyhee High School Standout 46:09

2M ago46:09

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Welcome to the latest episode of The Gametime Guru! In this episode, we sit down with Liam Campbell, the standout 6'5 forward hailing from Meridian, Idaho. Liam's meteoric rise in the basketball world culminated in him being named the 2023-24 Idaho MaxPreps High School Basketball Player of the Year, a testament to his stellar performance leading Ow…

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Dr. Steven Solecki - Treating the Combat Athlete and Owning Your Own PT Practice 59:28

2M ago59:28

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Welcome to True Sports Physical Therapy's newest episode, where we have the privilege of hosting Dr. Steven Solecki for a captivating discussion on treating the combat athlete and the journey of owning a PT practice. In this episode titled "Dr. Steven Solecki - Treating the Combat Athlete and Owning Your Own PT Practice," we explore the unique chal…

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343: Patient Education and Motor Control Exercise for Chronic Low Back Pain 54:28

2M ago54:28

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Effectiveness of patient education plus motor control exercise versus patient education alone versus motor control exercise alone for rural community-dwelling adults with chronic low back pain: a randomised clinical trial Michener LA, McClure PW, Tate AR, et al. BMC Musculoskelet Disord. 2023;24(1):142. doi:10.1186/s12891-022-06108-9 Due to copyrig…

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