In this episode, Dr. Dustin Boston and Dr. Nate Merhaut delve into the mental pillar of athlete health, emphasizing the often-overlooked mental aspects of injury recovery and performance. They discuss kinesiophobia, share a case study of an athlete named Maddie, and highlight the importance of mental preparation and visualization in sports. The conversation also touches on the need for athletes to maintain their identity beyond sports and the significance of mental health in their overall well-being.
