The Rethinking Rehab Podcast

Mar 01 2025 62 ep. 55 mins 19
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Daring to Doubt Our Own Beliefs.

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62. Rich Willy: Plyometrics and Bone Stress Injuries

Mar 01 2025 67 mins  
In this episode I sit down and chat with Rich Willy, a leading expert in running-related injuries and bone stress injuries. We dive deep into the complexities of bone loading, the evolving role of biomechanics in injury risk, and the practical application of strength training and plyometrics for athletes. Rich shares invaluable insights on mentorship, professional growth, and the i

61. Natasha Barnes: Challenging Chiropractic Norms

Jan 29 2025 49 mins  
On this episode, I sit down with Natasha Barnes, a chiropractor who specializes in working with climbing athletes. Natasha shares her journey from being an elite climber to navigating chiropractic school, where she was motivated to develop a more evidence-based, exercise-focused approach to rehab as an independent practitioner. We dive into how her treatment philosophy has evolved,

60. Abby Gordon: Supporting Athletes at Every Level

Jan 02 2025 49 mins  
In this episode I chat with Abby Gordon, a sports physical therapist at Seattle Children’s, about her career journey from working with the WNBA’s Seattle Storm to treating pediatric sports injuries and chronic pain. She reflects on how her approach to patient care has changed, the unique challenges of professional sports medicine, and the critical role of addressing holistic fa

59. Missy Mitchell-McBeth: Evolving Strategies for High-Performance Coaching

Dec 12 2024 50 mins  
In this episode, I sit down with Missy Mitchell-Mcbeth, a seasoned strength and conditioning coach with a wealth of experience in both coaching and consulting. We dive into how her thought process has changed in relation to plyometrics, conditioning, and the art of coaching. Missy shares insightful perspectives on building relationships with sport coaches, shaping athletes’ long-

58. Chelsea Ortega: Redefining Work-Life Balance in Pro Sports

Nov 23 2024 54 mins  
In this episode, I sit down with Chelsea Ortega to discuss her role as the Director of Health and Performance for the LA Sparks and how she juggles professional demands with life as a mom. Chelsea shares insights on managing time, building systems for athlete care, and embracing the challenges of her dual roles. Her story offers practical advice and perspective for anyone balancing

57. Sean Harris: Creating Systems in Business & Leadership

Oct 20 2024 53 mins  
In this episode of Rethinking Rehab, I sit down with Sean Harris, a physical therapist and entrepreneur, to talk about his journey from working in a hospital system to running a large gym, clinic, and private research lab in Houston. Sean shares how having a strong vision helped him make tough decisions and grow his business, even during challenging times. We dive into lessons he�

56. Maggie Bryant: Evolving Roles & Responsibilities in the NBA

Oct 06 2024 38 mins  
In this episode, I chat with Maggie Bryant, whose journey I've personally been inspired by over the years. I've always appreciated how honest she is in conversations about life as a PT in the NBA - the really cool parts, but also the hard and challenging parts that you don't see online. She currently serves as the President of Performance, Health, and Wellness for the LA Clippers.

55. Dominick Walker: Simplifying Elite Performance

Sep 20 2024 63 mins  
Hey friends! In this episode, I chat with a great human I met through a book club a few years back. Dominick Walker is the Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach for Mississippi State's Men's Basketball program. Like most of us, he's been inudated with so many methods and thought processes, all which promise better results than the "other." Ultimately he's found value in simplif

54. Alex Hubelbank: Life as an NBA Performance & Medical Consultant

Aug 30 2024 58 mins  
Hey friends! Super excited to share this conversation I had with Alex Hubelbank. Alex wears multiple hats as a performance physical therapist, strength coach and athletic trainer. We dive into her role as an NBA Consultant, discussing the challenges of maintaining effective communication, adapting rehab techniques, and the role of manual therapy in high-stakes environments. Lastly,

53. Ramsey Nijem: NBA to D1, Injury Prediction & Community

Aug 06 2024 48 mins  
Hey friends! Super pumped to share this conversation I had with Ramsey Nijem, the Director of Performance for the University of Kansas Men's Basketball team. Ramsey shares why he decided to leave the NBA for an opportunity in Division 1 basketball. We also delve into the complexities of injury prediction and the critical role of community support for strength coaches.