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Braun Performance and RehabTenly Kuhn: Faith, Focus & Flight: The Tenly Kuhn StoryIn this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Tenly Kuhn to discuss her journey as an All-American Track & Field athlete at the D1 level, including her gymnastics background, impact of family and faith, and beyond. Tenly Kuhn, a junior at Baylor University, is an accomplished pole vaulter, active NIL athlete, and Division I Indoor Track and Field All-American, balancing her role on the track and field team with a rigorous accounting major. In 2024, she set a personal record of 4.11 meters at the Big 12 Championship. She consistently placed in top finishes throughout the...2025-06-2548 min
Braun Performance and RehabJames Johnson: Redefining Rehab: Blending In-Person & Remote Care for Performance CliniciansIn this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by James Johnson to discuss his blended practice model and transitions from in person only to blended model as a performance clinician.Coach James is a board certified Orthopedic Specialist Physical Therapist with special interests in preventative rehabilitation for the strength and physique athlete, athletic performance, and optimizing the aging process. James has previously worked as a strength and athletic performance coach with individuals ranging from the youth to the aging population and recreational to collegiate skill levels. His dream is to combine his passion...2025-06-2357 min
Braun Performance and RehabAvery Dew: The Entrepreneurial Athlete: Intersecting Lacrosse & BusinessIn this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Avery Dew to discuss her journey in sport and in entrepreneurship. Avery Dew is an entrepreneur and former D1 Lacrosse Athlete. She has been studying sports media and plans to combine her passions for sport and entrepreneurship into future media work. She grew up playing multiple sports and had a non-traditional path to D1 lacrosse involving walking onto her team. For more on Avery, her podcast and her businesses, be sure to follow @averydew*SEASON 6 of the Braun Performance...2025-06-1846 min
Braun Performance and RehabEric Lichter: Built for Speed: Long-Term Linear Speed Development for AthletesIn this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Eric Lichter to discuss linear speed training & assessment strategies. Eric Lichter established himself as a leading speed and performance enhancement coach in the private sector, training NFL and NBA draft prospects and preparing them for combines. He has worked with two Heisman Trophy winners, two Jim Thorpe Award winners, and over 20 first-round draft picks, including LeBron James and Ted Ginn Jr. Notable former clients also include Nene, Leandrino Barboso, Maurice Clarett, London Fletcher and Nate Clements. For more on Eric & Plus 2 University, be sure...2025-06-1649 min
Braun Performance and RehabKennedy Merrell: Vaulting Over Barriers: Kennedy’s Journey in Athletics and LifeIn this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Kennedy Merrell to discuss her journey as an athlete and pole vaulting career.Kennedy Merrell is a pole vaulter at Indiana State University. She started vaulting in high school as well as competed in gymnastics for 15 years. Throughout many ups and downs during her senior year, she made it to New Balance Nationals where she placed 5th and received All American status. Kennedy then decided to take a year off from vault and went to Purdue University to study Kinesiology. In her time there...2025-06-1143 min
Braun Performance and RehabDave Snyder: Evolving as a Clinician: Strategies for Lifelong GrowthIn this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Dave Snyder to discuss his strategies for maintaining lifelong growth as a highly successful clinician.Dave Snyder has over 20 years experience in both college and professional athletics. He brings extensive experience with injury prevention, acute injury management, and return to play. His teams have won bowl games, conference championships, and he was an integral member of the 2021 NCAA Championship winning Baylor Men's Basketball program. For more on Dave, be sure to follow @dpsnydFor more on the ARC, be sure to check...2025-06-0953 min
Braun Performance and RehabGrace Schumacher: Tennis to Triathlon: Grace’s Leap into Ironman RacingIn this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Grace Schumacher to discuss her journey in D1 sport, Ironman Triathlon competitions, and more.Grace Schumacher is from Australia and grew up playing Tennis. She played Tennis Internationally representing her home country of Australia and played at the D1 level at USF. She graduated with a degree in psychology. Shortly after her time in university, Grace began training for Ironman Triathlons and won her age group after 4 months of training in her first competition, qualifying to compete in Kona 2025. For more on Grace, be...2025-06-0451 min
Braun Performance and RehabGreg Adamson: Burnout, Balance & Finding Purpose as an S&C ProfessionalIn this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Greg Adamson to discuss burnout, balance in life and career, and finding purpose in the sports performance / sports medicine professions.Greg Adamson serves as the Associate Director of Sports Performance at the University of Tennessee, where he leads the development of the Volunteers’ Swim, Dive and Men’s Golf programs. With over 15 years of experience at the collegiate level and a track record of working with 23 different sports, Adamson has contributed to the success of Olympic medalists, World Champions, national champions, NCAA All-Americans and SEC...2025-06-0251 min
Braun Performance and RehabSam Cohen: Lessons Beyond the Diamond & Mastering the Mental Game of BaseballIn this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Sam Cohen to discuss the mental performance side of baseball and lessons from sport applied to life.Sam Cohen is a rising senior at Haverford College, where he is pursuing a degree in Computer Science and serving as a captain of the college’s baseball team. Originally from Ellicott City, Maryland, Sam was not heavily recruited out of high school. However, through a strong process-oriented approach, he has developed into a successful collegiate pitcher. Sam credits baseball with shaping both his me...2025-05-2852 min
Braun Performance and RehabRay Gorman: Blended Practice Model for Performance CliniciansIn this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Ray Gorman to discuss the "blended practice model" for performance clinicians, in particular physical therapists. Dr. Ray has spent his career specializing in working within the fitness and rehab space. With a background in CrossFit since 2008 which then progressed to Physical Therapy school graduating in 2014, Ray sought out to provide the highest quality of care and education for those who seek to advocate for themselves. As a clinician, Ray worked in various outpatient orthopedic settings, Division 1 athletics, and ultimately niched himself...2025-05-261h 06
Braun Performance and RehabRichie Cortés: Infynite Traxx: Richie Cortés on Ninja Warrior, Resilience, & GrowthIn this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Richie Cortes to discuss his journey in Ninja Warrior. At 42 years old, Richie Cortes is on a mission to become the #1 40 year old ninja in the world - competing on the World Ninja League for season 10. Ninja is a sport made popular by the show American Ninja Warrior. After a rough childhood filled with bad habits, Richie has been a videogame developer for 20 years at EA Sports making games like Madden, NBA Live and College football - and he was a body builder / calisthenics...2025-05-211h 05
Braun Performance and RehabDan Taylor: Considerations for Building a Successful Sports Science FrameworkIn this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Dan Taylor from Joe Gibbs High Performance Institute to discuss considerations for building a sports science framework and overall high performance team. Fueled by an innate desire to be a life-long learner and apply that knowledge to human performance solutions, Dan has walked various paths throughout his career. A professional ‘systems architect,’ Dan has worked at every level of sports and fitness. In his previous roles, he has created high-performance systems that have raised the profile and quality of athlete interventions at each location. He h...2025-05-1953 min
Braun Performance and RehabCooper Johnston: Injury as Opportunity: Cooper’s Story on Growth Through AdversityIn this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Cooper Johnston to discuss his journey recovering from an ACL injury in his knee.Cooper Johnston’s passion for soccer began at the age of three. From the outset, his goal was clear: to compete at the highest level. His journey started with SFC before advancing to Salisbury United Soccer Club (SUSC) in fourth grade, where his relentless work ethic began to separate him.By the time he reached high school, Cooper had earned a spot on varsity as a freshman an...2025-05-1440 min
Braun Performance and RehabPratik Soni: Spinal Manipulation Considerations & ApplicationsIn this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Pratik Soni to discuss theories, considerations, and applications of spinal manipulation interventions into sports clinical practice.Dr. Pratik Soni earned his Doctorate of Chiropractic from Parker University in 2019, where he trained in the Sports Performance Program and conducted assessments for high school athletes, minor league baseball teams, and professional athletes. He is trained in soft tissue therapy, functional assessments, and exercise-based rehabilitation. He also holds a B.S. in Anatomy, B.S in Health & Wellness from Parker University ,and a B.S. in Kinesiology...2025-05-1254 min
Braun Performance and RehabJosie Stevens: Athletic Longevity & Training Beyond Sporting CareerIn this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Josie Stevens to discuss "athletic longevity" and being an athlete beyond organized sport career in college or professional settings. For more on Josie be sure to check out @josiestevenscpt*SEASON 6 of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast is brought to you by Isophit. For more on Isophit, please check out isophit.com and @isophit -BE SURE to use coupon code BraunPR25% to save 25% on your Isophit order!**Season 6 of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast is also brought to you by...2025-05-0740 min
Braun Performance and RehabEugene Tsozik: Performance Rehabilitation Considerations for Jiu-JitsuIn this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Eugene Tsovik to discuss considerations surrounding BJJ from a performance & rehab viewpoint. Dr. Eugene Tsozik is a Doctor of Physical Therapy and a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt with a professional focus on BJJ rehab, mobility, and improving athlete performance. As the founder of “The Jiu-Jitsu Therapist” and the creator of “Grappling-RX,” a series of rehabilitation courses tailored for BJJ practitioners, he empowers athletes to overcome injuries and train for both peak performance and longevity. Dr. Tsozik also works with clients directly at his office and offe...2025-05-051h 00
Braun Performance and RehabTaylie Liddell: Taylie’s Journey of Resilience in Sport, Chronic Illness & Knee InjuryIn this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Taylie Liddell to discuss her journey in soccer while also overcoming an ACL tear and Ulcerative Colitis. Taylie Liddell is from Southern California. She played for UNLV women’s soccer and graduated out of the program in 2023. Throughout her time playing she developed an autoimmune disease called ulcerative colitis, as well as tearing her ACL/meniscus in her final season. Taylie made the decision July 2024 to get a total colectomy, leaving her with an ostomy bag! All of this led her to begin nursing sc...2025-04-3041 min
Braun Performance and RehabRyan Talbot: Athletic Movement Analysis & Machine Learning in SportIn this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Ryan Talbot to discuss the VueMotion software and AI algorithims and how Machine Learning is impacting sports performance and sports rehab. Ryan Talbot is the CEO of VueMotion. He has 25 years of experience in technology and security consulting, in addition to 15 years of experience as a T&F coach and former Masters athlete. For more on Ryan & VueMotion, be sure to check out @vuemotion & vumotion.com*SEASON 6 of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast is brought to you by Isophit. For more on...2025-04-2845 min
Braun Performance and RehabDevin Jenkins: Power Slap Competitions & Training ConsiderationsIn this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Devin Jenkins to discuss his journey in the sport of Power Slap in addition to his training and recovery methodology for competition. Devin Jenkins is a strength and conditioning coach with over ten years of experience holding a Bachelor of Science in Sociology and a minor in Kinesiology. His dedication to health and fitness began at an early age through basketball, playing throughout his school years. Devin went on to play in college until deciding to join the Army, working as a Combat Engineer an...2025-04-2345 min
Braun Performance and RehabQuincy Johnson: Strength & Conditioning Considerations for Tactical AthletesIn this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Quincy Johnson to discuss S&C considerations for the tactical athlete population. Quincy R. Johnson, Ph.D. is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Health, Sport and Exercise Sciences at the University of Kansas and is the Assistant Director of the Jayhawk Athletic Performance Laboratory. He received his degrees from Midland University and Oklahoma State University. Dr. Johnson's research interests focus on optimizing athletic performance, developing physiological profiles to support training and return to play approaches, long-term athletic development, and...2025-04-2148 min
Braun Performance and RehabJosie St. Martin: Inside the Life of a Women’s Ice Hockey StarIn this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Josie St. Martin to discuss her journey in Ice HockeyJosie St. Martin is a standout American ice hockey forward and three-time U18 Team USA member, having earned gold, silver, and bronze medals on the international stage. A 2024 IIHF Women's World Championship Media All-Star and two-time Player of the Game, she’s represented the U.S. in 22 games, tallying 15 points. In high school, she was a five-time Suburban East Conference point leader, 2024 Ms. Hockey Minnesota Top 5 finalist, and the all-time assist leader for the St...2025-04-1741 min
Braun Performance and RehabMitch Toda: Principles for Acute Athletic Injury ManagementIn this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Mitch Toda to discuss his principles and frameworks for acute injury management in athletes, including soft tissue injuries vs joint injuries.In this episode, we’re joined by Mitch Toda, a seasoned sports medicine clinician and performance specialist with over 15 years of experience in elite soccer settings, including Major League Soccer, NCAA, and now the National Women’s Soccer League. Mitch currently serves as the Head Athletic Trainer for the North Carolina Courage, where he leads the club’s health and performance initiatives. He’s known...2025-04-1457 min
Braun Performance and RehabPaige Drake: Navigating Hurdles On & Off The TrackIn this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Paige Drake to discuss her journey in Track & Field. Paige Drake is a Division I athlete on the Women’s Track & Field team at Saint Francis University, where she’s currently a junior majoring in Nursing. Originally from the Pittsburgh, PA area, Paige has balanced the intense demands of collegiate athletics with a rigorous academic program—while also overcoming significant challenges with back pain along the way.In the 2023–2024 season, Paige has put up standout performances on the track. She placed f...2025-04-1041 min
Braun Performance and RehabMissy Mitchell-McBeth: Conditioned to Compete: Conditioning Considerations for Volleyball AthletesIn this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Missy Mitchell-McBeth to discuss conditioning considerations for volleyball athletes.Missy Mitchell-McBeth has over 20 years of experiencein the volleyball strength and conditioning space. She is the author of Developmental to Division I: Strength &Conditioning for the Volleyball Athlete and the owner of Missy Mitchell-McBeth Sports Performance, a consulting company that teaches sport coaches strength and conditioning principles they can adapt to any environment.Additionally, she serves as the Director of SportsPerformance at Fieldhouse Volleyball Club in the DFW metro area where she oversees the athletic...2025-04-0754 min
Braun Performance and RehabCara Brown: From Slopes to Sails: Cara’s Journey in Ski Racing & SailingIn this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Cara Brown to discuss her journey in sailing and skiing, including her injuries and travel adventures along the way. Cara Brown is a former British alpine ski racer turned sailing instructor in the British Virgin Islands. Born in London to Scottish parents, she moved to Milan at age seven, where she developed a passion for skiing. She trained with the British Ski Academy and the French race team Orsatus, excelling in multiple disciplines and winning the Ladies Overall British Champion title four times by 2017...2025-04-0248 min
Braun Performance and RehabJill Lane: Fueling Success: Optimizing Athlete Performance Through NutritionIn this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Jill Lane to discuss Sports Nutrition considerations for athletes. Jill Lane has spent over 20 years as sought after sports nutrition advisor, industry leading coach and elite level performance nutrition supplement educator. Hired by hall of fame athletes, super bowl champions and industry leading companies, her passion for helping professional athletes, busy sports families and top performance centers around the country get elite sustainable results has become the cornerstone of her business. For more on Jill, be sure to follow @itsjill.lane & check out...2025-03-311h 00
Braun Performance and RehabJimmy St. Louis: The Future of Healthcare Optimization & LongevityIn this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Jimmy St Louis to discuss his career as an athlete, his entrepreneurship endeavors, and Agentis Longevity, where Jimmy is currently serving as CEO.Jimmy holds a BS in Business Administration from Auburn University and an MBA, MS in Finance, and MS in Telecommunications from Murray State University. Jimmy transitioned to entrepreneurship, co-founding and scaling Laser Spine Institute into a $48M EBITDA national platform. He went on to lead Advanced Healthcare Partners and Regenerative Medicine Solutions, delivering a ~6x CoC return for...2025-03-2651 min
Braun Performance and RehabAdam Moreau: FlexPro Grip & Elbow Injuries in Overhead AthletesIn this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Adam Moreau to discuss elbow injuries, FlexPro Grip and more!Adam Moreau, MBA, CSCS, is the Co-founder and President of FlexPro Grip, a company dedicated to improving finger, grip and wrist strength and protecting the ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) in athletes, particularly baseball players. His work with FlexPro Grip has been well-received in the baseball community with representation in 75% of MLB orgs nearly 500 college athletes.Moreau, a graduate of Eckerd College and the University of Dayton, has a background in baseball, as a...2025-03-2446 min
Braun Performance and RehabMarley Salveter: From the Pitch to Purpose: Marley’s Athletic JourneyIn this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Marley Salveter to discuss her journey in D1 Soccer and beyond. Marley Salveter is a former Division 1 soccer player with three years of experience in the Pac-12 and two in the Mountain West Conference as an outside back/winger. She currently plays for Miami City FC in the USL W League. For more on Marley be sure to check out @marleysalveter*SEASON 6 of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast is brought to you by Isophit. For more on Isophit, please check out isophit.c...2025-03-1948 min
Braun Performance and RehabJulia Gilbreath: From Setback to Stage: Julia’s Return to DancingIn this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Julia Gilbreath to discuss her dance and ACL injury journey. Julia Gilbreath is a freshman at Sam Houston State University, where she is a proud member of the nationally recognized Orange Pride Dance Team. She is currently pursuing a degree in Fashion Merchandising, combining her love for creativity and performance.Julia’s passion for dance began at a young age, leading her to train and compete in Ballet, Jazz, Contemporary, Tap, and Hip-Hop. However, her journey faced an unexpected challenge when she tore her ACL righ...2025-03-1243 min
Braun Performance and RehabMolly Binetti, Mackenzie Yob, Jon Gardner, Pavlos Gkikas: Return to Performance in Elite BasketballIn this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Molly Binetti, Mackenzie Yob, Jon Gardner, & Pavlos Gkikas to discuss Return to Performance considerations and frameworks in elite level basketball. For a full list of bios and social media links, please click here.*SEASON 6 of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast is brought to you by Isophit. For more on Isophit, please check out isophit.com and @isophit -BE SURE to use coupon code BraunPR25% to save 25% on your Isophit order!**Season 6 of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast...2025-03-101h 04
Braun Performance and RehabSienna Parekh: From Setbacks to Saves: Sienna’s Lacrosse JourneyIn this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Sienna Parekh to discuss her journey in athletics, in particular International lacrosse.Sienna is a lacrosse goalkeeper representing England and Great Britain in both the 10s and 6s formats of the game. As well as this, she is a final year student at the University of Nottingham studying Financial Mathematics. Her sporting career has had its ups and downs, with selections, de-selections, injuries, and everything in between. For more on Sienna, Be sure to check out: @siennaparekh_(Instagram) @siennatara22 (Tiktok) 2025-03-0546 min
Braun Performance and RehabMark Jamison, Matt Tometz, Brad Thorpe: Isometric Training Round TableIn this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Brad Thorpe, Matt Tometz, & Mark Jamison to discuss isometric exercise and training considerations. For a full list of bios, please click here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1hxZDKS72gbbPeGmnzny92Gei3ko37KWSRwClBghkVWA/edit?usp=sharing *SEASON 6 of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast is brought to you by Isophit. For more on Isophit, please check out isophit.com and @isophit -BE SURE to use coupon code BraunPR25% to save 25% on your Isophit order!**Season 6 of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast...2025-03-0356 min
Braun Performance and RehabMackenzie Murray: Four Tears, One Purpose: Mackenzie’s Journey From Patient to ProviderIn this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Mackenzie Murray to discuss her journey overcoming multiple ACL injuries and how it shaped the person that she is today. Mackenzie Murray has always always been passionate about health and wellness. Her journey in fitness began as a competitive athlete, but after her fourth ACL injury, her playing career came to an end. Throughout the recovery process, her experiences with surgeons, providers, and physical therapists sparked my interest in helping others navigate their own health challenges. This passion led her to a career as a...2025-02-2642 min
Braun Performance and RehabDan Blackburn: Long Term Athlete Development ConsiderationsIn this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Dan Blackburn to discuss training considerations and principles for long term youth athlete development. Coach, author, TEDX speaker, Dan Blackburn is president of National Training Centres (NTC), a comprehensive training centre for hockey playing athletes to help them develop mind, body, spirit and emotional strength using his foundational principles - Pillars of Greatness. Dan spent 10 years playing hockey, body building and coaching before opening his own fitness training centre. He is the author of 2 books - When The Puck Drops and Pillars of Greatness...2025-02-241h 06
Braun Performance and RehabTodd Bourgeois: Ninja Warrior Competitions & Training PrinciplesIn this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Todd Bourgeois to discuss his experiences training for and competing on the Ninja Warrior circuit. Todd Bourgeois - Board Certified in Orthopaedic Physical Therapy - Fellowship Trained in Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapy - Manual Therapy Certified - Masters in Health Psychology - PhD in Health Psychology - Assistant Professor Todd Bourgeois received a clinical doctorate in physical therapy from University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences and began his career as a physical therapist working for a private practice known as orthopaedic and sports...2025-02-1956 min
Braun Performance and RehabWarren Bradley: Blood Flow Restriction (BFR) Mechanisms & ApplicationsIn this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Warren Bradley of Hytro to discuss Blood Flow Restriction (BFR) mechanisms and applications for sports performance and rehab.Warren has always been fascinated to understand what the human body truly capable of. That curiosity drove him to pursue a career in professional sports and complete a PhD in Exercise Physiology - and that led to the creation of Hytro.It all started with a vision: Make Blood Flow Restriction (BFR) more accessible, more practical and therefore, scalable. Now? 100s of professional sports teams...2025-02-1843 min
Braun Performance and RehabMichael Fahey: Westside, Velocity Based Training, & Evolution of S&CIn this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Michael Fahey to discuss his work in film, in particular with "Westside vs The World", in addition to Velocity Based Training and the OVR performance company.Since editing the award winning 2011 documentary Forks Over Knives, Michael has worked on many sports and health documentaries as well as the NFL Network, E!, and Travel Channel. Michael first visited Westside in 1999 and used Westside methods until 2005 for football and track. Since starting work on the film in 2014 Michael has squatted 670lbs, bench pressed 430lbs, and deadlifted 607.5lb...2025-02-121h 24
Braun Performance and RehabPatrick Lewis: Applying Eccentrics & Functional Isometrics for Sport PerformanceIn this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Patrick "Pat" Lewis to discuss his framework for applying eccentrics and isometrics in sports performance programming, in particular in relation to basketball.Patrick Lewis joined the Charlotte staff as the Director of Men's Basketball Sports Performance in August 2023 and the 2024-25 season will be Lewis' second as a 49er. Lewis arrived in the Queen City after serving as the Director of Basketball Performance at Jacksonville University since May 2021. Lewis' coaching career began in May 2018 as an Intern Strength and Conditioning Coach for the University...2025-02-1059 min
Braun Performance and RehabKijana Lloyd: ACLs are Tearable: Kijana’s ACL Recovery Journey
In this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Kijana Lloyd to discuss his ACL rehab journey.
Kijana Lloyd is a talented lacrosse player currently competing at Bryant University. His lacrosse journey began in high school, where he initially played for two seasons at Parkside High School before completing his prep career at Severn School in Annapolis. During his high school years, Kijana honed his skills and developed into a versatile player, ultimately becoming part of the Nationals LC club lacrosse team.
Kijana comes from an athletic family...2025-02-0533 min
Braun Performance and RehabJared Jarvi, Tony Pedrotti, Michael Stegemoeller, Mike Sullivan: Lacrosse Sports Performance Round TableIn this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Jared Jarvi, Tony Pedrotti, Michael Stegemoeller & Mike Sullivan to discuss a variety of considerations for sports performance in lacrosse.
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Braun Performance and RehabMackenzie Hammond: From Injury to Impact: How Sport Shaped a Career in Physical TherapyIn this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Mackenzie Hammond to discuss her journey as an athlete, clinician, and person. The two cover a variety of topics ranging from Mackenzie's ACL injury to her current PT position in the Philadelphia PA area.
Mackenzie Hammond is a dedicated Doctor of Physical Therapy and former collegiate athlete with a passion for helping others regain their strength and mobility. After graduating from the University of Maryland Eastern Shore's Physical Therapy program in 2024, Mackenzie launched her career with a deep understanding of the physical and emotional...2025-01-3048 min
Braun Performance and RehabJohn Bloom: Enhancing Communication and Collaboration in Sport Performance Coaching
In this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by John Bloom to discuss communication, collaboration, learning and other skills for success in sports performance.
John Bloom has worked as a sports performance coach at Abilene Christian, Weber State, Texas Tech, and Oral Roberts before founding Elevated Athlete Development LLC. John’s mission is to provide holistic development for athletes in the Dallas-Fort Worth area while creating platforms for coaches to learn, connect, and build Strength In Numbers. For more on John, be sure to follow @johnbloom30
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Braun Performance and RehabTrace Leaumont: Beyond the Diagnosis: Trace’s Personal Journey with Compartment SyndromeIn this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Trace Leaumont to discuss her personal journey with compartment syndrome x2 including her triumphs and challenges.
Trace Leaumont is an ultimate frisbee player living in the PNW who had to step back from her sport due to diagnosis and treatment of chronic exertional compartment syndrome. Outside of frisbee, Trace enjoys running long distances and is hoping to run a half marathon once she has fully recovered. To follow her journey, be sure to check her out on her socials @pickupthetrace.
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Braun Performance and RehabRegan Dewhirst: Sports Physical Therapy Considerations for the SkierIn this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Regan Dewhirst to discuss a variety of considerations for working with the ski athlete, including biomechanics, return to snow progressions, and more!
Regan Dewhirst is a Physical Therapist and Board Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist, currently serving as the lead PT for Olympic Gold Medalist Mikaela Shiffrin. Regan attended the University of Vermont, where she earned a Bachelor's degree in Exercise and Movement Science in 2013, followed by a Doctorate of Physical Therapy in 2015. During her time at UVM, she was a 4-year member of the...2025-01-2057 min
Braun Performance and RehabAshley Petrosine: Athletic Experiences in Skydiving, Skiing & LacrosseIn this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Ashley Petrosine to discuss her journeys in skydiving, skiing, and lacrosse. The two also discuss her upcoming interval events such as hyrox, her past history of an ACL injury, and more.
Ashley Petrosine is a current Senior at Montclair State University playing her last year of collegiate lacrosse. Outside of the university she partakes in extreme sports like skydiving and skiing along with training for her first Hyrox competition and half marathon. For more on Ashley, be sure to follow @ashleypetrosine
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Braun Performance and RehabRob Nelson: Skill Acquisition and Motor Learning in Sports PerformanceIn this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Rob Nelson to discuss learning theories and skill acquisition for athletes.
Rob Nelson is currently an athletic performance coach at Penn State University, where he works with the softball and swimming teams. He has previously worked as the Associate Director of Sports Performance at UMBC where he oversaw program design and implementation for women's volleyball, women's basketball, baseball, and track and field. He believes in a framework emphasizing motor learning principles, ecological dynamics and constraints based approaches. He also previously worked as the Interim...2025-01-1351 min
Braun Performance and RehabKatrina Haddad: Cultivating Resiliency & Strength Following InjuryIn this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Katrina Haddad to discuss her journey following multiple ACL injuries and how she was able to cultivate physical and mental resiliency during this time.
Katrina Haddad is a current junior at Endicott College, majoring in exercise science with a concentration in allied health. As the founder, president, and Campus Captain of The Hidden Opponent chapter at Endicott, Katrina is dedicated to raising mental health awareness for student athletes and erasing the stigma. With over 2 years of experience in managing the Endicott women’s basketball te...2025-01-0845 min
Braun Performance and RehabRon Siers: Ascending Leadership: The Power of Leadership in SportsIn this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Ron Siers to discuss what it means to be a leader in sport and how to lead to have an impact on others.
Ron Siers joined the Salisbury coaching staff in the fall of 1998 and is in his 26th season with the Sea Gull baseball program in 2024. He currently serves as associate head coach and defensive coordinator, as well as in-game third base coach. Through over a quarter century in the maroon and gold, Siers has served on staff of three head coaches: Robb D...2025-01-061h 02
Braun Performance and RehabJason Colleran: Overhead Athlete Injuries & Risk Mitigation StrategiesIn this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Jason Colleran to discuss injuries in the overhead athlete, in particular baseball, in addition to strategies to reduce risk of injury.
More than 20 years of experience in athlete development and biomechanics, and having personally suffered from overuse injuries that ended his baseball career, Colleran developed the Kinetic Arm in response to the arm injury epidemic plaguing sports. As a biomechanics consultant, he assesses clients for neuromuscular and musculoskeletal dysfunction to help athletes maximize performance and minimize injury risks. His extensive knowledge of anatomical function has afforded...2024-12-2347 min
Braun Performance and RehabCat Moss: Isometric Testing & Free Run Force Plate Applications
In this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Cat Moss to discuss force plate considerations and applications, in particular of the Isometric Testing and Free Run modes.
Cat Moss is a former Strength and Conditioning Coach and spent time at Colby College, Umass Lowell, & UNH. At Hawkin Dynamics, she works in customer support, event coordination, and sales/marketing. At Hawkin, Cat helps to provide top notch customer support through onboarding and continuous support to all Hawkin Customers. She also works to organize and manage all events attended by or run by Hawkin Dynamics. This...2024-12-2045 min
Braun Performance and RehabShawna Ferraro: How to Crush Your Goals as an Athlete & Live a Savage Life
In this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Shawna Ferraro (Middlebury College Field Hockey) to discuss her journey as an athlete, goal setting and achieving goals, and how she lives what can be described as a SAVAGE life.
Originally from New Canaan, Connecticut, Shawna is currently a Sophomore at Middlebury College. Shawna plays as a forward on the field hockey team, and has a dual major in sociology and English. Shawna is passionate about writing and relentlessly pursues her goals, often waking up at 5:30 in the morning and staying...2024-12-1849 min
Braun Performance and RehabCat Moss: Understanding & Applying CMJ, CMJRe & Squat Jump
In this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Cat Moss to discuss force plate considerations and applications, in particular of the countermovement jump (CMJ), countermovement rebound (CMJRe) & Squat jump.
Cat Moss is a former Strength and Conditioning Coach and spent time at Colby College, Umass Lowell, & UNH. At Hawkin Dynamics, she works in customer support, event coordination, and sales/marketing. At Hawkin, Cat helps to provide top notch customer support through onboarding and continuous support to all Hawkin Customers. She also works to organize and manage all events attended by or run by Hawkin...2024-12-1655 min
Braun Performance and RehabKelly Starrett & Brent Brookbush: The BEST Approach to Physical TherapyIn this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Kelly Starrett & Brent Brookbush to discuss the concept of a single best approach to physical therapy/rehabilitation
Dr. Kelly Starrett is a coach, physical therapist, two-time New York Times & Wall Street Journal bestselling author, speaker, and co-founder of The Ready State, the world's most comprehensive collection of guided movement, mechanics, and mobility instructional videos. Kelly’s clients include professional athletes in the NFL, NBA, NHL, and MLB. He also works with Olympic gold-medalists, Tour de France cyclists, world-and national-record-holding Olympic lifting and power athletes, Cro...2024-12-111h 05
Braun Performance and RehabCasey Wright: Personal Sport Journey & Pathway to Success as an AthleteIn this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Casey Wright to discuss her personal journey in Volleyball and how she was able to succeed in her dream of playing D1 sport.
Casey Wright is a freshman on the Radford University Highlander Volleyball team, where she plays outside hitter. Casey's hometown is Westover, MD and she currently resides on the Eastern Shore of Virginia with her family. Casey plans to become a Doctor of Physical Therapy in the future. For more on Casey be sure to follow @caseywright05 & https://radfordathletics.com/sports/womens-volleyball...2024-12-0943 min
Braun Performance and RehabSarah Engle: ACL Rehab Journey & How to Turn a Setback into a Comeback
In this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Sarah Engle to discuss her personal ACL Rehab journey.
Originally from Ocean City, MD, Sarah attended Stephen Decatur High School and later Loyola University Maryland where she played D1 lacrosse for 4 years. In high school, Sarah was honored as a US Lacrosse All-America selection following a 2019 season in which she contributed 52 goals, 19 assists and 67 draw controls while helping team win its fifth regional championship in six years … also named Bayside South co-Player of the Year and first team All-Bayside South that sp...2024-12-0447 min
Braun Performance and RehabMark Jamison: Clinical Applications of Oro Muscles for Sports Performance & RehabIn this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Mark Jamison to discuss the Oro Muscles device and clinical applications in performance and rehab settings.
Mark Jamison joined the SIUE staff as the Head Strength and Conditioning Coach in June 2016. He was elevated to Assistant Athletic Director for High Performance in August 2019. Jamison came to SIUE after spending the three years as the Assistant Director of Sport Performance at Bradley. He also has experience at two other NCAA Division I institutions – Eastern Washington and Iowa. At Bradley, Jamison designed and im...2024-12-0246 min
Braun Performance and RehabBrynn Bowen: Journey to & Finding Success in D1 LacrosseIn this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Brynn Bowen to discuss her journey, experiences, and habits as an athlete.
Brynn Bowen is a lacrosse goalkeeper at Old Dominion University where she is currently majoring in sports management. Originally from Salem, VA, Brynn grew up playing lacrosse and was a 2021/2022 All-American in high school. Brynn comes from a family of 4 brothers and 1 sister. She has enjoyed working with her team's social media channels to help them grow and is interested in doing something like this in the future. For more on Brynn...2024-11-2744 min
Braun Performance and RehabJeff Buxton: Research Update on Quadrupedal Movement, Palm Cooling, & Nutrition in Sports PerformanceIn this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Jeff Buxton to discuss his latest research on quadrupedal movement in athletes, palm cooling research on sprint performance, nutrition research in athletes looking at carbohydrate vs ketogenic approaches and impact on performance, and more!
Dr. Jeff Buxton is a professor at Grove City College in Western PA. In addition to his DSc in Human and Sport Performance, Jeff holds many other certifications, including FMS, Y-Balance, and Animal Flow. He has coached college tennis for six years, and has over ten years of experience as a trainer...2024-11-2550 min
Braun Performance and RehabLuke Way & Andrew Sellars: Medical Applications of Respiratory TrainingIn this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Luke Way & Andrew Sellars to discuss the respiratory system and medical applications. The trio define "isocapnic" and discuss respiratory training, pathophysiology and more.
Dr Andrew Sellars MD, is the Chief Science Officer for Isocapnic, is an Anesthesiologist, and has his master's in athletic coaching. He is one of the godfathers of objective biomarker guided training. Andrew is one of the most respected authorities all around the world in athletic respiratory performance. His contributions to the winning performances of countless athletes cannot go understated. He b...2024-11-2435 min
Braun Performance and RehabKaitlyn Beck: High Performance Habits of the D1 “Fit Foodie”
In this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Kaitlyn Beck to discuss her journey, experiences, and habits as an athlete.
Kaitlyn is the daughter of Ray and Donna Beck and sister of Kaylie Beck. Originally from California, Kaitlyn is currently in her junior year at ULM where she plays beach volleyball. She has been majoring in communications and plans to enter the sports coaching space or broadcasting space in the future. Growing up, she played club for SFV Volleyball and Moxie Beach. For more on Kaitlyn, be sure to...2024-11-2042 min
Braun Performance and RehabLuke Way & Andrew Sellars: The Role of Respiration in Elite PerformanceIn this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Luke Way & Andrew Sellars to discuss the respiratory system in relation to elite performance. The trio define "isocapnic" and discuss respiratory training, physiology and more.
Dr Andrew Sellars MD, is the Chief Science Officer for Isocapnic, is an Anesthesiologist, and has his master's in athletic coaching. He is one of the godfathers of objective biomarker guided training. Andrew is one of the most respected authorities all around the world in athletic respiratory performance. His contributions to the winning performances of countless athletes cannot go...2024-11-1838 min
Braun Performance and RehabSarah Kate Rath: Life Lessons from Soccer & Personal Career Reflections
In this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Sarah Kate Rath to discuss her journey and career as a soccer athlete.
Sarah Kate Rath is currently in her Junior year as a soccer player at the University of Tennessee. The
Brentwood, Tennessee native originally attended Cincinnati for her first two years of college soccer, where she played in 17 games both seasons. She transferred to Tennessee for her Junior year and has enjoyed returning to her home state to play the sport she loves. She previously helped...2024-11-1346 min
Braun Performance and RehabTaylor Goldberg: Performance & Rehab Considerations for the Hypermobile AthleteIn this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Taylor Goldberg to discuss concepts relating to hypermobility.
Taylor is a Chiropractor-turned Virtual Hypermobility Coach who helps people struggling with hypermobility (and related conditions) navigate the newness and unknowns of HSD/hEDS, enabling them to understand their body's unique needs and regain a fulfilling life. In addition to assisting clients with hypermobility, she recently launched a course aimed at helping clinicians better understand how to assist their hypermobile patients. Taylor possesses a unique perspective rooted in her education and personal experiences with hypermobility, which...2024-11-1144 min
Braun Performance and RehabTim Roberts: Principles for Success as a Clinician in Combat SportsIn this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Tim Roberts to discuss his personal journey and principles for success in working with combat sports athletes.
Tim is an Australian Sports Physiotherapist working as the Sports Medicine Manager at the newly established UFC Performance Institute in Mexico City. Tim was previously the Sports Medicine manager at the UFC’s facility in Shanghai China and before that had worked with Olympics sports both in China and the United Kingdom. Through his diverse experiences around the world he has developed a passion for high pe...2024-11-061h 03
Braun Performance and RehabMike Piekarski, Tim Roberts, Bo Sandoval, Rob Wilson: Return to Sport Considerations for Grappling AthletesIn this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Mike Piekarski, Tim Roberts, Bo Sandoval, Rob Wilson to discuss considerations for return to sport in grappling sports such as Judo & BJJ.
For a full list of bios, please click here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1fLhekFZhVQKZvQ-JiVWEVXv1NfG3HlapVPba630RgbE/edit?usp=sharing
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Braun Performance and RehabAirelle Giordano, Dave Quammen, Erica Coffey, Phil Plisky, Rayce Houser: ACL Rehabilitation Round TableIn this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Airelle Giordano, Dave Quammen, Erica Coffey, Phil Plisky, Rayce Houser to discuss ACL Rehabilitation.
For a full list of bios, please click here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ukm-SXlNp-Y6HWBrtmBsqBGNm6JeRf22pfj7SbAb5kQ/edit?usp=sharing
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Braun Performance and RehabMaddie Scheier: Overcoming Injury & Principles for Success as a RunnerIn this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Maddie Scheier to discuss a key injury she faced early in her sports career, how she responded to it, and the principles she uses for success as a runner, including training, nutrition and more.
Maddie Scheier is a sophomore at the University of Miami, originally from Branchburg, NJ. Maddie originally played basketball and ran track and field, but after a knee injury decided to transition to running full time. She is majoring in special education and has a minor in sports medicine. Maddie competes...2024-10-3038 min
Braun Performance and RehabDr. James Dreese, Dr. Kevin Kaplan, & Dr. Patrick Kane: ACL Surgical Round TableIn this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Dr. James Dreese, Dr. Kevin Kaplan, & Dr. Patrick Kane to discuss considerations for ACL surgery, including graft options, extra-articular ligament procedures, tourniquet time, brace usage, progression criteria, thoughts on ACL repair, and more.
For a full list of bio's and additional links, please click here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ohbDhnAo4BjAMpOSrBWfdjAhLlXPYr8htNeFMJuRVV8/edit?usp=sharing
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Braun Performance and RehabAnna & Lauren Hackett: The Hackett Twins ACL Rehab Journey, Part 1In this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Anna & Lauren Hackett to discuss their ACL rehab journeys.
Lauren Hackett enters her junior year at Salisbury University studying Nursing. She plays attack for the Salisbury Women's Lacrosse Seagulls under head coach Jim Nestor. She hails from Sykesville, Md where she attended Century high school, where she also participated in Track & Field. She injured her R knee during the 2024 spring lacrosse season and is set on a return for the spring 2025 season.
Anna Hackett enters her junior year at Elon University studying marketing and...2024-10-091h 00
Braun Performance and RehabKurt Browning: Achieving Career and Performance Longevity as an AthleteIn this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by 4X World Champion Figure Skater Kurt Browning to discuss his career as a figure skater, including the longevity he was able to achieve skating into his 50's.
Kurt Browning was a 4X Canadian Figure Skating Champion and a 4X World Champion. He represented Canada in 3 Olympic Games: 1988, 1992, and 1994. Browning has been inducted into Canada's Sports Hall of Fame, Skate Canada Hall of Fame, and the World Figure Skating Hall of Fame. For more on Kurt, be sure to follow @kb.on.ice
2024-09-2542 min
Braun Performance and RehabAllison Skufca: In-Season Strength & Conditioning Considerations for the Soccer AthleteIn this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Allison Skufca to discuss the importance of strength training for soccer athletes. The two discuss the evolution of strength training in soccer, periodization, training the arms, hips, and foot/ankle complex for soccer, and more.
Allison has been a performance coach for 19 years. She received a Bachelor’s of Science degree in Exercise and Sport Science with an emphasis in Kinesiology from the University of Northern Colorado. She is certified with the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) as a Certified St...2024-09-2350 min
Braun Performance and RehabAllie O’Leary, Kara O’Rourke, Zack Schreier, Dr. Austin Colish: Athletes & Type 1 Diabetes Round TableIn this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Allie O’Leary, Kara O’Rourke, Zack Schreier, & Dr. Austin Colish to discuss their experience as athletes with type 1 diabetes, including diagnoses stories, and what they feel healthcare providers need to know about type 1 diabetes.
For a full list of bios and social media links, please click here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/11jXbkdqENomZmrnJLHQiqw2VkjAJWc6UAD6xFWN15ac/edit
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Braun Performance and RehabStephanie Grubbs, Anthony Cockrill, Erik Hernandez: Volleyball Strength & Conditioning Round TableIn this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Stephanie Grubbs, Anthony Cockrill & Erik Hernandez to discuss S&C considerations for the sport of Volleyball.
For a full list of bios and social media links, please click here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1cmiT1OxR7AOGwQ4jvMrQezgVXCJkoTxPQQei0guKyU0/edit?usp=sharing
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2024-09-1650 min
Braun Performance and RehabLindsey Davis: Overcoming Obstacles & Setbacks In-Season & Redefining Individual Purpose in SportIn this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Lindsey Davis to discuss the obstacles she faced in season as a softball athlete at UTSA & how she was able to redefine her purpose in sport. She also discusses the impact her coaches and peers had on her during this time.
Lindsey Davis is entering her senior year at UTSA, where she plays on the softball team as an outfielder. Originally from Monticello, Florida, she was the 2019 Offensive Player of the Year for softball, four-time district champion, three-time regional champion, 2019 regional runner-up, 2016 state champion...2024-09-111h 04
Braun Performance and RehabJared Jarvi: How to Use Social Media as a Sports Performance ProfessionalIn this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Jared Jarvi - the two discuss how to use social media as a "tool in the toolbox" as a sports performance/rehab professional.
Jared Jarvi joined the UNC Strength & Conditioning staff in 2023. He is currently responsible for the design and implementation of training for the women’s lacrosse and rowing teams and is the assistant strength & conditioning coach for women’s basketball. In addition to coaching, he oversees the Sport Science Internship program for Carolina Strength & Conditioning.Prior to coming to Chapel Hill, Jarvi...2024-09-091h 02
Braun Performance and RehabRobby Donnelly & Dr. Jason Scopp: Return to Sport Following Second ACL Tear & Meniscus TransplantIn this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Robby Donnelly & Dr. Jason Scopp to discuss Robby's return to sport following knee injury resulting in an ACLr via BTB, medial meniscus repair and lateral meniscus transplant.
Robby Donnelly enters his junior year at Salisbury University, where he is a member of the men's lacrosse team. Originally from New Jersey, Robby grew up playing lacrosse as an attacker. Robby has faced multiple knee injuries resulting in 2 surgeries and has successfully been able to return to sport despite these setbacks. He is currently gearing up...2024-09-0352 min
Braun Performance and RehabDr. James Dreese: Considerations for ACL Graft Choice & Extra-Articular Ligament ReconstructionIn this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Dr. James Dreese to discuss considerations surrounding ACL graft choice and extra-articular ligament reconstruction as part of an ACL reconstruction. Topics such as graft fixation, meniscus root tears and meniscus repair, and double-bundle grafts are also covered.
James Dreese, MD, is an orthopaedic surgeon, fellowship-trained in sports medicine. He is double-board certified in Orthopedic Surgery and Orthopedic Sports Medicine. He serves as associate director of Union Memorial Sports Medicine and as research director for the MedStar Sports Medicine Orthopaedic Sports Medicine Fellowship. He was...2024-09-0254 min
Braun Performance and RehabJosie Hollamon: Personal Journey and Lessons for Field Hockey AthletesIn this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Josie Hollamon to discuss her personal journey surrounding the sport of field hockey, including the lessons she learned and the advice she offers to the "next generation" of field hockey athletes.
Josie Hollamon:
Member of the 2023 U.S. U-21 Women's National Team
Current member of the U.S. National Team
B1G Defensive Player of the Week (10/2/23)
2023 Big Ten All-Tournament Team
2023 NFHCA Academic Squad
AS A FRESHMAN (2023): First career assist against Stanford (8/25)... First career goal (game-winner) in overtime against No. 17 Boston College (9/3)... Fir...2024-08-2840 min
Braun Performance and RehabNick Greyno, Jon Lamb, Michelle Pifer, Mike Sullivan: Strength & Conditioning for Field Hockey Round TableIn this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Nick Greyno, Jon Lamb, Michelle Pifer, & Mike Sullivan to discuss strength and conditioning considerations for the field hockey athlete, including in season programming, out of season programming, incorporating technology and testing, and more.
For a full list of podcast guest bios on this episode, please click here:
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Braun Performance and RehabJason Rotger: Training The Hybrid Athlete & Developing Strength/Endurance SimultaneosulyIn this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Jason Rotger to discuss concepts of training the hybrid athlete.
Jason is a former semi-pro BMX racer turned D1 decathlete, having competed at Florida International University for five years. After graduating with a Master’s in Exercise Science/Kinesiology, Jason transitioned into coaching, where he continues to pursue my passion for professional athletics, including decathlon and trying out for skeleton racing. As a dedicated coach, Jason is committed to sharing his expertise with any athlete, helping them reach their full potential. Jason certified in Pe...2024-08-2137 min
Braun Performance and RehabJake Purdy: Spring Ankle Device, Facility Design Considerations, & Performance RehabIn this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Jake Purdy to discuss the Spring Ankle Device and other Stray Dog Strength Products, Facility Design Considerations and Jake's shoulder rehab.
Jake is the Brand Manager for Stray Dog Strength, a Columbus, Ohio-based company specializing in custom and made-to-order sports performance equipment. In addition to his role at Stray Dog Strength, Jake serves as a high school lacrosse coach at Granville High School and provides sports performance training for the team. Over the past three years, Jake has been instrumental in developing over 100 products...2024-08-1948 min
Braun Performance and RehabAntwan Harris: Strength & Conditioning Considerations for SoccerIn this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Antwan Harris to discuss his approach to in season lifting and condition / energy systems development for women's soccer athletes.
Antwan Harris - MS, CSCS, USAW-1, PN-Level 1** Antwan Harris is an esteemed Sports Performance Coach at the University of Massachusetts Amherst, bringing extensive experience in working with professional and collegiate athletes, as well as team sports. With a specialization in program creation and strategic planning, Antwan consistently delivers high-level training enhancements that maximize performance and utilization of available resources. His expertise in operational logistics allows...2024-08-1447 min
Braun Performance and RehabAnthony Cockrill: Strength & Conditioning Considerations for VolleyballIn this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Anthony Cockrill to discuss various strength and conditioning considerations for volleyball, including the use of isometric exercise, testing considerations, and more.
Anthony Cockrill is entering his third year at SMU as the Assistant Director of Olympic Sports Performance working primarily with Volleyball.
In two seasons, has been a part of a program that went a combined 48-17, 2023 American Athletic Conference Champions and a 2nd round appearance in the 2023 NCAA Tournament. Coached 8 All-AAC and 2 AVCA All-Region Selections, including the 2023 Player, Setter...2024-08-1254 min
Braun Performance and RehabDr. Luka Svilar: Periodization & Program Design Considerations for BasketballIn this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Dr. Luka Svilar to discuss his books and work in the basketball space, in addition to considerations surrounding program design and periodization for basketball athletes.
Luka Svilar holds a PhD in Sport Science & Master in Kinesiology in addition to his CSCS & RSCC*D. Luka is the founder of Laureus Performance, a Company made to empower athletes and lead younger S&C coaches, and is the co-founder of ESCCA – Euroleague Strength & Conditioning Coaches Association. Luka has written 3 books thus far, including "FUNCTIONAL MOVEMENT PREPARATION: Basketball Tr...2024-08-071h 01
Braun Performance and RehabDr. Tyler Lesher: Principles for Becoming an Advanced Rehab ProviderIn this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Dr. Tyler Lesher to discuss his journey as a rehab professional and clinician, the lessons he has learned from treating elite athletes, and how he applies them in his clinical practice. Dan and Tyler also discuss his upcoming cohort of the ARC, in addition to chatting about the "Iso God", Aliens, and more.
Tyler Lesher enters his third season as the UCLA men’s basketball team’s athletic trainer in 2023-24.
In his current role, Lesher handles all day-to-day athletic training responsibilities and oversees multiple sp...2024-08-0557 min
Braun Performance and RehabDr. Joshua Davis: Examination & Rehab Considerations for Bone Stress Injuries in AthletesIn this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Dr. Joshua Davis to discuss bony stress injuries including stress reactions and stress fractures in the athletic population, including case studies, exam considerations, and more.
Josh is a physical therapist and strength coach based in Portland, OR. After completing a residency at Cincinnati Children's Hospital, Josh amassed valuable experience working with youth athletes, fueling his commitment to bridging the gap between rehabilitation and peak performance. He founded Beyond the Barbell Rehab and Coaching to help lifters and active adults transition seamlessly from rehab to...2024-08-011h 01
Braun Performance and RehabDr. Angela Gordon: Differential Diagnosis & Treatment of Anterior Shoulder Pain in Overhead AthletesIn this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Dr. Angela Gordon to discuss causes of anterior shoulder pain in overhead athletes and how to treat anterior shoulder pain.
Angela T. Gordon PT, DSc, MPT, FAAOMPT, COMT, ATC, OCS, FMS has more than 16 years of clinical experience in orthopedic and sports physical therapy. Dr. Gordon was a high school and collegiate athlete suffering several injuries that lead her pursue a career in physical therapy. She went on to earn her Bachelor’s degree from Baldwin Wallace College in 2000 for athletic training, her Masters of Physical The...2024-07-2946 min
Braun Performance and RehabOla Eriksrud: Isokinetic Testing & Training with 1080
In this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Ola Eriksrud to discuss the 1080 products, Isokinetic testing and training, and more.
Ola is an Associate Professor at the Norwegian School of Sport Sciences, doubles as a consultant and physical therapist at Olympiatoppen, affiliated with the Norwegian Olympic and Paralympic committee and Confederation of Sports. Over the past decade, he has provided consultation to athletes at national and international levels, spanning sports such as PGA, LPGA, NHL, NFL, ATP, WTA, NBA, and EPL, in addition to working with non-athletes. Ola currently holds the position of Head...2024-07-2455 min
Braun Performance and RehabOla Eriksrud: Change of Direction Testing & Training with 1080
In this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Ola Eriksrud to discuss the 1080 products, change of direction training and testing, and more.
Ola is an Associate Professor at the Norwegian School of Sport Sciences, doubles as a consultant and physical therapist at Olympiatoppen, affiliated with the Norwegian Olympic and Paralympic committee and Confederation of Sports. Over the past decade, he has provided consultation to athletes at national and international levels, spanning sports such as PGA, LPGA, NHL, NFL, ATP, WTA, NBA, and EPL, in addition to working with non-athletes. Ola currently holds the position...2024-07-221h 00
Braun Performance and RehabRob Wilson: The Check Engine Light in Human PerformanceIn this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Rob Wilson to discuss his upcoming book, The Check Engine Light, and how it applies to Human Performance & Rehab.
Rob Wilson is a Human Performance Specialist with over twenty years of manual therapy, coaching, and education experience. Rob's work spans a variety of avenues in the field of health and human performance. This includes multiple trademarks, the creation of global seminars and curriculums, and the research, development and implementation of best practices in human performance. Over the last decade Rob has been a pioneer in...2024-07-171h 14
Braun Performance and RehabTroy Taylor: Artificial Intelligence in Performance & RehabIn this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Troy Taylor to discuss emerging Artificial Intelligence and the role of AI in the human performance and fitness space.
Troy Taylor is an internationally renowned human performance leader, with extensive experience developing and leading world class, multi-disciplinary teams and working collaboratively to connect high level strategic insights to operational execution. Troy is currently
the Senior Director, Performance Innovation at Tonal. Troy leads a department established to drive evidence-based fitness and human performance thought leadership into all aspects of Tonal’s curriculum and product development as...2024-07-1548 min
Braun Performance and RehabMolly Binetti: Principles for Developing Champions & Forging Your Own PathIn this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Molly Binetti to discuss her success as a Sports Performance Coach, how she has blazed a trail forward, the principles she has used for developing champions and how you can do the same.
Sports performance coach Molly Binetti brought her athlete-centered coaching philosophy to South Carolina in June 2018, and the Gamecocks immediately responded to her focus on a holistic development of mind, body and spirit.
“Molly’s passion for women’s basketball was clear right off the bat, and that’s the kind of...2024-07-1046 min
Braun Performance and RehabDr. Roni Glassman: Rehab with Roni
In this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Roni Glassman, Doctor of Physical Therapy, to discuss her journey with Rehab with Roni, including how she found and equipped her rehab space, her treatment philosophies, and more.
Roni Glassman is a Doctor of Physical Therapy with a special interest in orthopedic / sports-related rehabilitation. Her passion is to service the weekend warriors of Chattanooga and guide them to reaching every fitness and performance related goal. Through exceptional evaluation, clinical reasoning, and personalized treatment planning, her purpose is to give you the tools to recover...2024-07-0842 min
Braun Performance and RehabNick Greyno, Erik Hernandez, & Matt Nein: Lacrosse Strength & Conditioning Round TableIn this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Nick Greyno, Erik Hernandez, & Matt Nein to discuss a variety of considerations for lacrosse strength & conditioning, including load management, technology incorporation, and more.
For a full list of bios, please click here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1mDBNFFvYX63v7QVeVU0Zt-sgp7HfsXLYbPbMLW-tXLI/edit?usp=sharing
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Braun Performance and RehabMike Guevara: Mr. Do It Moving Origin & Coaching PhilosophiesIn this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Mike Guevara, also known as Mr. Do It Moving, to discuss his origin and philosophies surrounding coaching and training, in addition to sharing advice for aspiring coaches.
As a performance coach for over 10 years, Mike G has worked with some of the world’s top basketball players, including Anthony Davis, Jrue Holiday and Mike James.
As a human performance coach, Mike believes that the coach-athlete relationship is made up an organic exchange which benefits both parties in a way which supersedes sport and fitness. “People don’t care w...2024-07-0154 min
Braun Performance and RehabBridgett Finn & Lindsey Topper – Soccer Chronicles, Viral TikToks, Dan as a Resident Assistant, and MORE!In this episode of the Brawn Body Health and Fitness Podcast, Dan is joined by Bridgett Finn AND Lindsey Topper to discuss their time playing college soccer together, going viral on TikTok while in college, what it was like having Dan as a Resident Assistant in college, and so much more!
Bridgett is a Lebanon Valley College graduate with a degree in Exercise Science. She played 4 years on the women's soccer team leading the team in goals her last season there. Bridgett is a Certified Personal Trainer and an NSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist. She is c...2022-04-0438 min
Braun Performance and RehabDan's TOP 3 keys for long-term successIn episode 115 of the Brawn Body Podcast, Dan provides his top 3 keys for success: Find something you love to do, work hard at it, and give thanks/gratitude for it. These simple 3 things can be done by anyone, and apply to any field, study, or piece of your life. Results guaranteed!
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Braun Performance and RehabThe 100th Brawn Body Episode: Health and Life Advice from 3 generations of BraunIn this special 100th episode of the Brawn Body Podcast, Dan is joined by his grandfather, Terry Braun, and his father, Tim Braun, to discuss their lifestyles, how they stay healthy despite working extremely-demanding jobs, how they define success and the advice they offer to others.
In this episode, you'll learn about:
-Emotional Intelligence in the workplace
-Leadership styles and tactics
-Traveling the world and adapting to different countries
-Personal leadership and success
-Balance between instant and delayed gratification
-Using the obstacles in your path to succeed in life-goals and aspirations
AND SO MUCH MORE!
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Braun Performance and RehabWhat's Dan doing in his PT Clinical??In episode 98 of the Brawn Body Podcast, Dan discusses what he's been doing in his PT clinical!
After 4.5 weeks in clinical - I can say I've learned a LOT! There's tools and techniques I like - and those I don't. There's stretches I like - and those I don't. But, what are they? What have I found works, versus what doesn't work? Is dry needling effective? Should we use cupping therapy? What is a joint manipulation? All this and more bundled in this exciting episode of the Brawn Body Podcast!
Please leave a review (iTunes...2021-06-1538 min