Are Torn Achilles Injuries on the Rise?
The three Long Island scumbags are back, diving deep into the surge of Achilles injuries — and what’s behind them. From youth sports burnout to supplement rabbit holes, they cover it all in classic Home Team style:
Episode Breakdown:
0:00 The three Long Island scumbags return to talk Achilles injuries
3:41 Why are so many non-contact Achilles tears happening?
6:30 The brutal recovery journey and the mental roadblocks
10:00 Theories on what’s really causing this spike
13:15 Are kids burning through their mileage way too early?
15:45 Is CrossFit actually dangerous — or are people just too impatient?
19:50 Dennis’ Achilles conspiracy: nutrient depletion?!
23:10 What supplements should you be taking?
27:30 Experimenting with BPC-157
31:30 Sleep quality and its overlooked role in recovery
33:48 Placebo effects — real or not?
39:50 Nutrient symmetry, organ meat blends, and mashed cauliflower
45:35 Liver King’s meltdown: arrest and a restraining order
50:36 Dennis updates us on his BPC-157 use (spoiler: back pain sucks)
56:29 Could super shoes be part of the problem?
57:30 The 4:06 mile — when the stakes get higher, so does the risk
1:02:24 MDV wants a second shot at the bar hang
1:04:00 Jason surprises everyone with an L-sit win
Catch the full conversation for laughs, honest takes, and a look at how to protect your Achilles (and your sanity). Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or YouTube — new episodes every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.
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