THE LAB COLLECTIVE

Sep 20 2024 105 ep. 29 mins 9
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Step into the world of peak sports performance, cutting-edge sports medicine, and advanced physical therapy techniques with "The Lab Collective" podcast! 🎙️ Whether you're an athlete, coach, or simply passionate about sports, this podcast is your ultimate resource for staying ahead in the game. Join us as we dive deep into the strategies, insights, and innovations that drive top-notch performance. From in-depth interviews with athletes and coaches to expert discussions on injury prevention, recovery, and rehabilitation. New episodes Friday! Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thelabspsm/support

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The Lab - Episode 87: CrossFit’s Evolution, Training Methods, and Growth with Paul Weber

Sep 20 2024 133 mins  
In this episode, Louis and Paul dive deep into the evolution of CrossFit and its shortcomings for competitive CrossFitters, highlighting issues like randomization, lack of structure, and group fitness limitations. They explore concurrent training, optimizing strength gains, and balancing high-energy expenditure activities. The duo critiques the barriers to professionalization in Cr

The Lab - Episode 86: Auto-Regulation Training and Coaching Strategies for Athlete Development

Sep 13 2024 35 mins  
In this episode, Louis, Brandon, and Alex dive into the benefits of auto-regulation training, which adjusts workouts based on an athlete's readiness and recovery. They share personal experiences, with Louis noting its effectiveness and Brandon highlighting how it helps him adapt his training. The team also discusses the use of fitness trackers like Whoop, Fitbit, and Aura Ring

The Lab - Episode 85: Innovating Sports Medicine and Martial Arts Rehab with Dr. Trent Nessler

Aug 09 2024 49 mins  
In this episode Lou interviews Dr. Trent Nessler creator of The Athlete Lab. They dive into the relationship between human movement, injury risk management with ACLs, and the importance of continuous learning and reading research in the field of physical therapy. Lastly, a discussion on martial arts for personal development, and what to look for when visiting gyms. Be sure to che

The Lab - Episode 84: Road to Paris- Start of the Olympics, Mental and Ethical Challenges

Aug 02 2024 27 mins  
Louis and Brandon discuss the upcoming Olympics in Paris. In this episode they look into medal strippings due to unethical practices, and the use of performance-enhancing drugs in sports. They also talk about the conditions for athletes at the Olympics, the addition of new events to the Games, and their personal preferences for the summer and winter Olympics. --- Support this p

The Lab - Episode 83: From Stress to Success, Enhancing Physical Performance

Jul 19 2024 36 mins  
Louis and David focus on the natural processes of aging and their impact on fitness, with a particular emphasis on the role of sleep, recovery, and hormones in muscle repair and growth. They also discuss the negative effects of chronic stress on the body, the importance of heart rate variability as a marker for physical performance, and the significance of work-life balance. Lastly

The Lab - Episode 82: Mastering Multiple Disciplines- The Hybrid Athlete Debate

Jun 21 2024 30 mins  
In this episode, Louis, Alex, and Brandon dive deep into the concept of the "hybrid athlete," exploring what it means to train in multiple disciplines like powerlifting and running. The trio debates the merits and drawbacks of the term, with Alex and Brandon questioning if a "hyrbid athlete" exists. They discuss whether being well-rounded in various fitness area

The Lab - Episode 81: Maximizing Recovery- Strength Training for Unaffected Areas in PT

Jun 14 2024 33 mins  
In this episode Lou and Dave highlight the significance of incorporating strength training for unaffected areas in early stage rehabilitation especially post-surgery or injury. They also discuss the importance of maintaining a routine and providing a sense of progress for patients, keeping involved in their sport community, and sustaining motivation. If you have questions or have a

The Lab - Episode 80: Firefighter Health, Wellness, and Industry Challenges with Annette Zapp CSCS*D, TSAC-F*D

Jun 07 2024 59 mins  
In this episode Lou sits down with Annette Zapp CSCS*D, TSAC-F *D to discuss the unique physical and mental health challenges faced by firefighters. AZ highlights the critical importance of addressing underlying causes such as sleep, nutrition, mental health, and exercise. If you have questions or have a topic you want answers on let us know! --- Support this podcast: https://po

The Lab - Episode 79: Interview with Alan Obst from Tennis Australia

May 31 2024 52 mins  
In this episode Lou sits down with Alan Obst, Senior Physiotherapist for Tennis Australia. In this episode Lou and Alan discuss the importance of communication, learning from others, and the role of physical therapists in injury management and rehabilitation. Additionally, they touch on the challenges of managing globally dispersed athletes, the balance between longevity and effect

The Lab - Episode 78: Exploring Spinal Mechanics- Perspectives from PTs Worldwide

May 24 2024 78 mins  
In this episode Lou sits down with PTs from around the globe! The Flexing Physio and co-creator of Flex Health provide great insight to the world of demonized spinal mechanics! If you are a developing Physio/Physical Therapist or student this is the episode for you! If have questions or have a topic you want answers on let us know! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.sp