We believe that the most powerful and transformative way to help people recover from pain and injury, heal from trauma, and reach their highest levels of fitness and performance is to focus on the nervous system! In this podcast, we’ll share knowledge from the frontiers of neuroscience and inspirational stories of how applying that knowledge has empowered people from all walks of life to heal, adapt, and grow.
Achilles injuries seem to be everywhere right now, from the NBA and NFL to weekend warriors. In this episode, Garrett sits down with physical therapist Luke Brohm, PT, DPT, OCS, for some big updates on our understanding of the Achilles tendon in 2026. It is a uniquely personal one, too: Luke is four months out from surgery to repair a full rupture, while Garrett is working back from a partial tear that became a stubborn tendinopathy. Together they compare notes on why these injuries happened, what actually drives recovery, and how anyone can build more resilient tendons for the long haul.
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Whether you are rehabbing an Achilles right now, working with patients who are, or simply want to stay explosive and injury-free for decades to come, this conversation will change how you think about tendon health.
Turning 40 inspired me to stop and reflect in a deeper way. In that reflection, I asked a question I hadn't asked in a while: which ideas have actually changed the way I live? Four rose above the rest (convenient since it was my 40th!), and one thing that surprised me is how they build on each other, almost like a manual for how to live. In this solo reflection, I walk through all four, along with the single thread that connects them: awareness/mindfulness comes before change, every time.
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Tune in for an honest look at how a decade of small shifts, and one big birthday, changed the way I make decisions - plus a simple one-question challenge to carry into your week.
TRANSCRIPT:
Garrett Salpeter (00:00.974) Hello, New Fit Nation. Welcome back to the Undercurrent Podcast. This is the first episode that I am recording in my 40s. I just turned 40, and that is actually the theme of today's episode because it certainly feels like a milestone. It has caused me to stop and reflect, and I'm going to share some of those reflections with you here today. In the recent years of
Gone through periods of transition in business, in life, my kids have hit new milestones. This year, my daughter, older daughter started high school. I've also gone through some personal transitions with a separation and divorce. And all of this has caused me, especially in combination with with a significant birthday like this, caused me to look up from the day to day and ask some bigger questions and wonder if I'm living my life in the way that I wish to be living my life. I I look at and I think about.
How I'm responsible for what has happened and is happening in my life. The one that immediately led to this episode, I also thought about and asked myself what ideas and principles have influenced me and actually changed the way that I live? And when I sat with that question, there's four principles that rose above the rest. So I was, as you can imagine, I was very excited to see that having four corresponds well with a 40th birthday.
I'm glad the numbers work out. I also saw a common thread and realized that they're not necessarily four separate lessons, but that they build on each other. And there's almost a sequence that for me is like a manual for how to live. And that is what I want to share with you today. And before I get into that, a couple notes. One is that if you're familiar with me, with our work at Newfit, you know that for nearly 20 years now, for me it's it's all come back to one thing, which is the nervous system. And when we're
Talking about the new fit method and the newbie, it all comes down to helping people retrain their nervous system. It's the operating system of the body. We want the whole system to be running better. And I, in reflection on these, I see how I've been doing the same type of thing with myself, trying to get my operating system to work better. And one of the biggest things that, as you know, the nervous system does it's to make us aware, aware of our internal and external.
Garrett Salpeter (02:22.486) environments and so awareness is a thread that also ties together these four lessons that I'm going to share with you because each one of them is preceded by or begins with awareness with noticing noticing where I am where I'm not in alignment noticing what my habits are and how they're influencing my life noticing what I'm accepting or tolerating in my life and also noticing for me areas in which I've been postponing
my life and waiting for something to happen so I could achieve something and then feel a certain way, things like that that that I'll get into here. So these are the four, I don't necessarily want to say lessons, but I'd say the four biggest shifts in how I've lived that really stand out to me as being very impactful. And my intention here and sharing them with you is that they'll also be worthwhile to you in some way.
So on to the first shift. For me, it's all about alignment. This is number one, I'm choosing this first because choosing to share this first because I feel like alignment has been the biggest unlock for me in the sense that finding where I feel aligned or where I haven't felt aligned and how the decisions I made from that, I can see how things play out. And one of the first times where I really realized the
the dark side of this of acting out of alignment was an issue with a a person I had worked with and I knew deep down inside that there wasn't alignment. It wasn't a good cultural fit. And I overrided or overrode that in part because of people pleasing tendencies, because it was difficult for me to have hard conversations and and let this person know what was
problematic, what was not working, what needed to change, difficulty for me setting boundaries. And I also had this, this was very early on in my career, also had this sort of scarcity mindset as opposed to abundance mindset of like, gosh, can I ever find anyone else to work with me? You know, so there's this feeling of not being worthy, not being good enough, noticing these things certainly all influenced it. But in overriding that, I allowed to continue
Garrett Salpeter (04:49.91) situations and dynamics that ended up costing far more in the long run, emotionally and monetarily, costing a lot more than the initial pain and cost or the immediate pain and cost would have been having a hard conversation up front or getting rid of a person, you know, who wasn't a good fit years ahead of when I finally found the courage and clarity to do it. And when I
Look at at other times where I've made decisions that have come out of alignment. Like, for example, coming out of college, I had a physics undergraduate degree, and I was set to go to engineering graduate school at the University of Texas here in Austin, which is how I got down here. And it was a fabulous experience, and I'm so glad I did it. And I had options to take jobs. I had a job offer with a big consulting firm out of college. I had an opportunity to interview with a large, very
well-known investment bank, which I may or may not have gotten a job, but I decided that I wanted to pursue this because it felt more aligned with who I was and what I was interested in doing. And that ended up being a great decision. And that engineering background ultimately gave me the the experience and the perspective to be able to lead the team that ultimately created the newbie device and do the things that I'm doing now. It was a big part of that journey. So I'm I'm so glad that I did it. Also early on
in my career back when I was working in a clinic and I had this hundred and twenty square foot office in the chiropractic office, chiropractic clinic of the guy who was the U T Longhorns chiropractor, his private practice. I was using older versions of electrical stimulation. That's part of what led me to ultimately creating the newbie. And I you know, very young doing this, it wasn't sure no one was really sure where this was gonna go.
Me l me most of all. but I I knew that I really want to do it. And there was a moment there when when Brianna and I, my former wife, got pregnant with our first daughter. And I was still in my early twenties and I was honestly scared. And there were some suggestions, like my father, for example, very reasonably and lovingly encouraged me to take my master's degree in engineering and go get a stable.
Garrett Salpeter (07:13.814) job so I can provide for my family. And I understand and appreciate why he said that. And for me, I sat with that and realized that what I really wanted to do was to follow my heart and pursue this work, doing this clinic and this type of work that led to new fit and everything that that we're doing now. And I'm so glad I did it. And it came from alignment. So those are some examples of acting from alignment or overriding the internal knowing.
and acting from a place of misalignment. So that to me, that really is the f foundational framework. And a big catalyst for me understanding this has been my experience in meditation over the last couple years. I probably first got interested in meditation
From listening to and reading Sam Harris's work and conversations with my friend Wesley Cress, who's been on this podcast, and hearing his experiences and his his explanations of meditation really helped it resonate with me in a way that it got me interested in pursuing it. And I've done more formal work both with Shauna Shapiro and Corey Muscara. Shauna's been on the podcast as well. And I highly recommend both of their books and their online work and courses or in-person work and courses because
For me, meditation has been the way to really clarify and crystallize this concept or operationalize this and bring it into my daily life, where a lot of times we think that meditation is about sitting still until we get to a place of bliss or happiness where nothing bothers us. But what it's really about, as I've learned from people like Corey and Shauna, what it's really about is
Have being still enough so that we can be aware enough or mindfulness, right? Mindful enough to be aware of what's going on in our own experience. So that I can actually feel when something I'm contemplating doing is aligned or is not aligned. And the the framework that I really love here that I have started using w whenever I can is understanding when I'm making a decision.
Garrett Salpeter (09:28.44) From a place of self or parts, using the language of internal family systems. Another great book recommendation is No Bad Parts by Richard Schwartz, Dick Schwartz, that describes this concept of internal family systems. When I'm making decisions from my true self, which you have a true self, I have a true self. We all have this true self, this place within us that is our deepest truth, where we feel clear and calm and confident and courageous and creative.
And connected. There's these different C words that describe this state. Even just hearing those, you may feel some energy resonating. And the the parts are the different different patterns within ourselves that I alluded to earlier in my own experience, where I learned to act a certain way, you know, in people pleasing, difficulty setting boundaries. I had also learned that I felt like I had to achieve something in order to be worthy of love. And so these are the patterns. These patterns are parts.
Of me and different parts can be online at different times and they can interact in certain ways, and I can be acting from certain parts or acting from self, those different places. And so meditation for me allows me to have the opportunity to slow down enough to drop in deeply enough to get clearer on what is my true motivation for doing something and making a decision. Is it aligned? Is it coming from a place of self or is it coming from a place of parts? And so the the question I really love to ask myself, which I got from
Corey Muscara and his teaching is am I doing this? Am I considering doing this thing because I already feel complete as a person and it's aligned with my true desires? Or am I feeling empty inside and I'm choosing this thing as an attempt to grasp at something that might fill me up? Because we all know that that you know, getting
past a certain point at least getting more money or getting a nicer house or a nicer watch or a nicer car, you know, we feel like that's gonna that's gonna be the thing that finally gets us happy. And we know that it doesn't work that way. But there's these patterns that I even will notice sometimes that I fall into. And it's the kind of underlying awareness of this alignment dynamic that helps me navigate this. And there's a few examples where I've seen my ego that
Garrett Salpeter (11:50.307) that that part many many examples where I've seen that you know I was I was just reflecting in preparation for this like one for example doing what I do for work I I admittedly take a lot of pride in helping people get get results in sports medicine and rehabilitation and things like that and and with myself
I put off for many years getting a hip surgery that I likely should have gotten earlier, and that I finally did get, and that was helpful. I got bone shaved down, bone spurs shaved down off the neck of my femur where I had a femoral acetabular impingement FAI. And I you know, I'm so glad I did it. But I put it off for a long time. I also noticed really interesting, after my first meditation retreat.
I, as you likely can tell, you know, I read a ton of books, and I think a lot of the the where I am and what I've learned and who I've become is positively influenced by the books that I've read. And so I think that's wonderful. And I also at the same time observed that a lot of that came from a place of feeling somewhat empty or incomplete and thinking that if I was just a little bit smarter,
If I knew a little bit more, then I'd be better, then I'd finally be worthy of some sort of status or love or belonging, some sort of internal drive like that. And I learned that some of that consumption of you know books, podcasts, etc., was some of that grasping trying to fill me up inside. And it was so interesting that after my first meditation retreat with Corey Muscara for a couple months.
I I noticed that desire was significantly diminished. Where I you know, instead of always wanting to listen to a podcast or a book on tape audio book when I'm in the car, book on tape, they're not on tape anymore, but when I noticed that I would actually just enjoy sort of doing a breathing exercise or sitting and listening to music, things like that. It was it was an interesting shift. And so now I still read.
Garrett Salpeter (13:59.679) And I ask myself if I'm doing it from some sort of compulsive desire to fill a perceived void, or if I'm doing it from a place of true interest and alignment. And it often is from a place of interest and alignment, but I really like that framework, and I felt compelled to share that with you. So I think the big, the big question that I would ask, and that I encourage everyone listening to this to ask, is
It's not necessarily about following your passion, but following your alignments. I would ask you if what you're contemplating doing is truly aligned. And one exercise that that I have done in the past is actually close my eyes and consider a path A, consider a path B, and see how they feel in my nervous system. Because that often will give us a clue. It'll, you know, sometimes it's as dramatic as one path.
will feel very constricting energetically and one will feel expansive, like it's giving us energy. And I've that's one thing that I've found is that if I'm doing things that could be objectively hard, even if it even if it is hard, it feels somewhat easier to me because that sense of alignment gives me energy and and it doesn't feel as hard. It makes makes having a going through difficult times in business or having a a a workout program sustainable. So
I would ask myself and encourage you to ask yourself, where in my life am I choosing from emptiness rather than from fullness? Whatever, whatever that means to you. So that's the first the first one is is understanding alignment. And we really have to understand our identity, our true selves, who we are, what is most important to us, what we value, what what is in alignment with us at that deepest level. And then
This second shift principle that I want to wanna share is how our identity is built through repetitions, how we are a culmination of our habits. And I think a lot about my life as an ongoing experiment. I think about my inputs that I do in my in my training and lifestyle, in my business, how I show up with my family and what you know what I do with my kids. And I look at the results that that come out of that. Think about it as as sort of one big ongoing experiment. There's also this great quote.
Garrett Salpeter (16:25.578) Of attributed to Aristotle of we are what we repeatedly do. He talks about excellence is not an act, but it's a habit, because what we repeatedly do adds up to who we are. And so I think also in this sort of scientific ongoing experiment, results are feedback. They're not necessarily judgment. We don't fail, we gather information. I think that's a good mindset shift. I also think a lot about this in terms of
Fitness and and health, which I think is a great metaphor for anything, because in fitness there is this balance of of work and and recovery and rest and regeneration. There's this this balance of delayed gratification of having to work for a period of time to see a result that comes later, of having to have faith in the process of of getting help and support and coaching and learning and and finding the most effective way, not the shortcut, but the most effective and direct path to your goal.
So there's all these different lessons that I think extrapolate beautifully to all areas of life. And I I think a lot about the the way that what how what I do every day, how to have a daily routine.
That helps me get to the levels of health and fitness and physical and mental performance and vitality that I wish to achieve for myself. So one thing that I'm working on is I'm generally very stiff. I have a background of ice hockey. As Greg Cook says, I was was one of these examples of someone building fitness on top of dysfunction. I didn't have my core movement fundamentals down, and yet I built a fair amount of size and strength and speed on top of that.
And so couple that with playing ice hockey and being locked in that kind of half squat position with hips and external rotation, very little foot and ankle movement because the feet are locked in a in boots, you know, ice hockey boots, the skates, and all that leads to significant mobility restrictions that now I want to work on. And so I think about how my habits influence that. And there's things that I do to work on hip internal rotation.
Garrett Salpeter (18:38.638) And I do those six or seven days a week. I work it into my plan. And over time, it's been so cool to see my hip internal rotation go from generously zero degrees to you know 15, 20 degrees. It's still not, you know, anatomically ideal, but it's gotten a lot better. And it's cool to see the progress, even in something that's as slow to change as structural remodeling of joint capsules. And I think this is a great.
prompt for us all to look at our habits. You know, if someone all also going back to fitness, there's a great a great quote that the body you have is the body you've earned. So how if we're if we're not as strong in a certain area or we're several pounds overweight or you know, there's there's likely some reason for it. And it's sometimes not the individual's fault. Sometimes there's there's toxic exposure or things like that that's out of their control that's causing more inflammation that
That throws things off or some disease state. And oftentimes once once we know about it, then there's things that we can do about it. So there's certainly the I think a lot of value in understanding that our life now is the culmination of our habits and really examining and evaluating those and making sure that yes, they are aligned. So we have number one being alignment, number two being
habits, repetition, how that how that builds upon and cements our identity. And then related is number three, which is the standards. There's this great saying that we get what we tolerate. There's there's our our standards really shape our lives. And so for me right now, I actually just keeping on the fitness metaphor, one of my standards is being able to to sprint all out.
And I'm dealing with an Achilles injury that is very frustrating to me because I'm currently not able to meet my own standard. And because I take that standard seriously, it creates within me a sense of urgency where I'm rehabbing my Achilles very diligently. And it's difficult for me to be patient and understand that it can take, you know, several months for tendon tissue to remodel. And that's actually the subject of what will probably be the next podcast we release. a little bit of a foreshadowing there.
Garrett Salpeter (21:02.536) on on Achilles tendon injuries and recovery from surgery and that whole topic. That's something that I'm diving into, trying to l really learn as much about as I can, both out of interest and a desire to share it and this personal desire to get back to my standard, where by the end of this summer, I intend to be able to get back to at least my weekly sprinting. So that's something that I I I think a lot about and that is is very important to me in terms of what we
tolerate there that's both within ourselves and it's with you know the people that work within our businesses. It's fit within family members and friends and things like that. It's sort of this not just what we do on our best day or when we hit our stretch goal, but it's what do we tolerate on the the floor on our the lowest day. And it's important in in business. You know, we're not going to hit our stretch goal every every week, every month, every quarter, every year, but if there's a minimum number of calls that we're going to make or if there's a
minimum number of some effort that we're going to make. If we hold ourselves to that, chances are we're going to better over time. Same thing in the gym. If you you're not going to set a PR every day, but if you're going to continue working and getting better and following the program, that often leads to a great place in the long term. for me, one one standard is my bedtime. I will occasionally
occasionally stay out late for a special event or something like that. If I really feel like and this plays into number four where I I'm I'm focusing on yes, delayed gratification is important, but I don't want to delay everything for a someday that may never come. So every once in a while I'll do this. But generally speaking, I'm very diligent about my bedtime because I know that if I if I don't go to bed on time, I'm not gonna be as effective the next day. It's gonna throw off different
aspects of my vitality and energy and and mental and physical ability. And so if I have something to do, one, having a being more strict with my bedtime, it forces me to prioritize getting shit done during the day, pardon my language. And it also, you know, it makes it clear for me if I have something that I need to work on, I I will choose to to go to bed earlier and then work get up earlier and work on it in the morning rather than stay up and and do it that night.
Garrett Salpeter (23:25.196) because that will I know that the outcome is gonna be better if I go to bed now and get up and do it in the morning in in in many ways. So there's a lot a lot of ways that
That affects me. And that's one that's important for me. You know, for some people, it's a minimum number of pages that they're going to read in a book per day or whatever it might be. People have a devotional or they just want to read different different things. Or meditation. For me, I think about the minimum number of minutes per day or days per year that I'm going to meditate. But the standards that we hold ourselves to apply everywhere in health and recovery, in relationships, in our self-talk, in our
environment and our finances and our businesses and the standards that I as a leader accept from myself become the standards that our team accepts too. So especially for those of you who are leading teams and businesses or leading leading within your family and home life, this is this is very important as well. So
I think it's best summed up in that the the quote that I've heard many places, I don't know where it originally came from, but we don't get what we want, we get what we tolerate. So I encourage you to ask what what you and I will ask myself, what have I quietly or not so quietly started to tolerate that I never used to or that is not in alignment with who I wish to be and how I wish to live my life and how I wish my business to be and how I wish my family to be, et cetera.
And that segues into the fourth shift. And this is, you know, if we talk about alignment with our identity, we talk about reinforcing that identity and number two, through our habits. We talk about preserving that through the standards and what we're willing to accept. Number four is about rounding out that identity because I know that I was, especially in the early New Fit years, I was very much in this trap of optimizing everything for later.
Garrett Salpeter (25:23.31) Putting off most of everything now, thinking that once this business grows, once I achieve a certain level of success, then I'll be able to enjoy my life, then I'll be happy, then this, then that. So it's this notion of journey over destination, process over outcome, or something like that. So I I just I want to also frame this up as a continuum, because on one hand, there's what I just described, there's putting off
entirely putting off the future, d entirely delayed gratification, and not enjoying anything right now. And then on the other end, there's like total nihilism or or not caring about later and just wanting just enjoying today and not planning for the future at all. And so what I'm proposing where I've settled on this balance for myself and it can be personal for everybody, where I've settled on this is is somewhere in between. Where I do I do work hard now for where
That will bring our business and and my family in the future. I work hard now for where my that will bring my health in the future, right? I want to be healthy and vital in my next decade, in the decade after that, and the decade after that, which God willing I will live to see. And I I so I wanna I want to strike that balancing act. But there's there's a great book that I highly recommend called The Happiness Advantage by sh I believe it's Sean Acor.
and it it talks about how many of us fall into this same trap of thinking that if I if I achieve this now, this promotion or make this amount of money or have this or that, then I'll be happy. And it's so amazing that he shifts that on his head. He talks about the r how the research says quite the opposite. How if if we're happy now, we're actually more likely to achieve the thing that we wish to achieve. Because
Generally speaking, happiness makes people healthier, more resistant to getting sick, more effective, more creative, gives them more energy, more health and vitality. And that, of course, makes it more likely that they will achieve the thing that they're setting out to achieve, assuming it is back to number one, assuming it is aligned with their true selves and deepest desires and and all that. And so for me, this has really
Garrett Salpeter (27:50.669) manifested in a couple of ways. It's something that I I read about and I I I was aware of this notion and it just sort of gradually hit me that I was putting off so much of my life for later. And so I I finally just somehow, some way crossed over that threshold where I realized that I do need to make time to enjoy life now.
along the way, even as I'm practicing delayed gratification in certain important areas. And so taking my kids several years ago on a trip to Spain over the summer for a week and a half was an amazing memory. Taking them this year to Disney World, you know, creating these memories while my kids are still young enough to to make these memories, there's a great concept of memory dividends.
I forget the I think I first heard about this from the guy who wrote Die with Zero. I've gosh, I can see his face. I forget his name now. He's here in Austin. Cool, really cool guy. And he talks about this notion of Die with Zero being that if we accumulate all this money, we should actually enjoy it in this life. You should give it away because that will create joy. We should also invest in experiences because it creates these memory dividends. You know, having the memories from these different trips with my kids is worth
is worth so much more. I'm getting a return on that investment, more than if it was sitting an account earning interest somewhere. Also for me, I joined EO and and a forum. EO is an entrepreneurs organization, similar to YPO if you're familiar that. And it's all all founders, all business owners. And so I'm in this forum with anywhere from seven to nine other guys. And we do these adventure trips every year. And that was something that I sort of I realized along the way that I just wasn't
I was putting off for later the idea of having you know friendships and social relationships. And I finally realized, you know what, I I would like to have more of that in my life now. I would like to prioritize and make some time for that. And we've done these amazing adventure trips. We've gone hiking twenty miles through the narrows in Zion National Park and kayaking and fishing in the San Juan Islands between Seattle and Vancouver. And just this year, camping and fishing and
Garrett Salpeter (30:05.624) Hiking in Colorado along the Gunnison River. You know, my first time I was kind of a city kid. these trips allowed me to go camping for the first time in my life, which was amazing. And so I I encourage you to consider what this right balance is for you. Again, it's very individual. Consider where this where this where you fall along that spectrum. And
if if it falls into wanting to play more golf now rather than waiting until you're retired, give me a call and play a r play around of golf. So again, it's not not about like being anti discipline or being reckless. There are areas where we still have to sacrifice. It is it is a balancing act. And I think there's there's this sense that success should expand our lives, not necessarily postpone it. So I will
Ask you, what are you postponing in your life that you actually could start living now? And as we wrap this up here, I will end where I started with talking about turning 40. And when I was younger, I was so focused on on life and on focusing my life on becoming successful, whatever that meant at the time. And I really believe that if I just worked hard enough, sacrificed enough, delayed enough that
Everything else, the happiness, relationships with life, would it would all sort itself out later. Now I I I'm grateful that that younger version of me put so much time and effort into learning and and beginning, building the early stages of new fit and all that. And now I I am grateful for the added perspective and experience too, where I realize that it's not it's not just about becoming more.
accomplished and achieving more, it's also about alignment. And when I think about alignment, that actually helps produce more success than than some of the other tactics and strategies and and mindsets too. So it's interesting how these four can also interact as well. And again, this was
Garrett Salpeter (32:28.576) not necessarily a a dramatic overhaul, but it came from noticing from awareness. And so I I hope that you can have some sort of practice, and perhaps you already do, that has been as meaningful to me as this meditation practice in in becoming aware of these different dynamics in my own life. And in closing, I'd like to leave you with one small challenge.
Pick one of these four that hit you the hardest, whether it be focusing on alignment, your habits, your standards, and what you tolerate, and or balancing.
work now sacrificing now for something later figure out which of those four hit you the hardest and this week ask yourself the question where are you choosing from act from empty instead of full? What are your daily inputs building you into? What have you started to tolerate that you no longer intend to tolerate? Or finally, what are you putting off?
that you feel like deep inside you really would be better served by doing now. So I I really appreciate you spending this time with me. If this one resonated, I'd love to hear your comments on the social media or direct message, anything like that. And I look forward to seeing you on the next episode of the Undercurrent podcast.
Dr. Sachin Patel believes the single most accessible, highest-leverage tool for our health has been right under our noses the whole time: the breath. In this episode, Garrett and Sachin go deep on why breathing is the "first domino" that knocks down a hundred others – influencing everything from our metabolism and circulation to the immune system and nervous system. If you've ever felt like your health routine is getting more complicated instead of simpler, this conversation is a powerful reminder that the most sophisticated answer is often the simplest one.
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Sachin's message is as empowering as it is simple: you already have everything you need to start, because you're already breathing. Tune in to learn how to take conscious control of that one process. Learn more and access his free trainings, guides, and live breathwork experiences at breathworkwithsachin.com.
Most of us were told that running is the purest path to leanness, heart health, and a long life. Mark Sisson spent a career as an elite endurance athlete, becoming a sub-2:18 marathoner and top finisher at Ironman, before his own body forced him to question all of it. In this conversation, he makes the case that – for many people – "chronic cardio" quietly breaks the body down more than building it up, and that the movement your body is actually engineered for is one that we have stopped respecting: walking.
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Mark is 73 and, by his own account, fitter than he's ever been. This makes him one of the rare voices on aging who is living the message in real time. If you want to understand a sustainable framework for fitness and longevity, this episode will clarify how you think about it.
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If you check a wearable every day to see your readiness and recovery, what are you doing to check your movement system? In this episode, you will learn a clear framework for running that same type of diagnostic on your musculoskeletal health. And underneath all of this is a deceptively simple principle. As Gray puts it, the sustainable path to health, fitness, and vitality is to "first move well, then move often."
Imagine being a speech therapist and waking up in an ICU, unable to speak, swallow, or move your head and neck. That's what happened to Vanessa Abraham, MS, CCC-SLP, seven years ago when she was paralyzed by the pharyngeal-cervical-brachial (PCB) variant of Guillain-Barre. In this episode, she shares the full story from ventilator, tracheostomy, G-tube, and eye gaze boards through her path to eventually rebuilding her voice, her ability to swallow, and her clinical practice.
We cover:
Vanessa is now one of the first SLPs in the world using the Neubie and has become a passionate educator through her book Speechless, her various talks and appearances, and her clinical practice. Her story is a very powerful pain-to-purpose conversation.
When Dr. Ted Arkfeld started as a team chiropractor in the early 2000s, the standard sideline concussion test was a whiff of smelling salts and a question: "Feel okay? Get back in." Twenty-plus years later, he's built one of the most rigorous neurological assessments in the field, and is one of the only chiropractors in the country presenting concussion research alongside the world's foremost authorities. In this episode, he walks us through what changed, what's still broken, and a better way to treat concussions from the nervous system up. We cover:
If you treat athletes – or you're the parent of one – this conversation will change how you think about concussion management.
In this episode of The Undercurrent Podcast, Garrett sits down with Dr. Trent Nessler, a physical therapist, biomechanics researcher, and founder of The Athlete Lab in Franklin, Tennessee. Over 28 years in practice, Trent has built one of the most comprehensive movement-data engines in the world: the ViMove+ AMI wearable sensor system, which has now captured over 4,700 data points per assessment on more than 490,000 athletes across five countries. What he's learned from that dataset is rewriting how we think about injury risk, ACL rehab, and return to play. In this conversation, we cover:
Whether you're a clinician, coach, athlete, or tactical operator, this conversation offers a rare look inside the mind of someone who has spent nearly three decades measuring, questioning, and refining what it actually takes to move – and heal – at the highest level.
Most golfers are chasing a better swing. But what if the real limitation isn't your technique, but your body? In this episode with Mike McDonnell, we break down the Golf Performance Pyramid and discuss why most players are building their game on an incomplete foundation. We cover:
If you want more distance, consistency, and longevity, don't just work on your swing … Fix the foundation it's built on.
We often treat movement like a one-way equation: Brain → Body → Performance.
But in reality, it's a feedback loop. The body is constantly sending information back to the brain, and that information shapes how we move, perform, and recover.
In this conversation with Harry Worrow, we talk about his frameworks for working with everyone from athletes to individuals with neurodegenerative conditions, and how he uses biomechanical analysis paired with functional neurology. Specifically, we cover:
Movement is a blend of hardware and software, mechanics and neuroscience. Ultimately, it's shaped by how the nervous system interprets and responds to the world – and the good news is that this you can influence this process with the right techniques and strategies.
What happens when physician referrals start disappearing? For Chad Madden, it forced a complete reinvention of how his practice attracted patients. That shift ultimately led to scaling his clinic to seven locations and co-founding Breakthrough to help hundreds of practices do the same.
In this episode we discuss:
The takeaway: Great care alone doesn't guarantee growth. You also need a system to create demand, and Chad shows us that system.
Most healthcare is built around managing symptoms. A little treatment here. A quick intervention there. "Let's try this and see how you respond." But what if the real problem isn't the pain – it's the system treating pain?
In this episode, Dr. Mike Carberry and Colleen Carberry, PT, the founders of Advanced Medical Integration break down:
If you want better outcomes, you don't just need more visits. You need a better model.
What separates a good practice from a top 10% practice? In this episode with Brian Gallagher, PT, we unpack the mindset shifts, leadership frameworks, and operational discipline that consistently show up in the highest-performing clinics. This isn't about hacks, it's about how elite operators think.
Specifically, we discuss:
If you're a practice owner (or aspire to be one), this conversation will challenge you to raise your standards – not just clinically, but strategically. As you'll learn from Brian, the top 10% don't get there by luck. They build differently.
Healing is rarely about fixing a single tissue or structure. In this episode, Lisa Chase, PT, shares the frameworks from her new book, Be Responsible, Because the System Isn't, and describes why true recovery depends on the health of the entire system – from the nervous system and sleep to lifestyle, resilience, and capacity. When the whole system is robust, healing becomes possible. When it's not, symptoms simply move around.
In this conversation, we discuss:
This episode is an invitation to rethink healing. It's not something that's done to you, nor is it something done in isolation. Rather, healing is something that emerges when the whole system is supported.
What happens when a child suddenly loses the ability to walk – and the answers aren't structural, surgical, or pharmaceutical? In this episode, Garrett sits down with George James and Katie, the mother of 9-year-old Jodie, to share an extraordinary and deeply human story of Functional Neurological Disorder (FND), resilience, and recovery. In this conversation, we explore:
This story is an inspiring example of patience, trust, and the remarkable adaptability of the human nervous system, with some extremely valuable clinical insights mixed in.
Most practice owners don't get stuck because they lack tactics – they get stuck because they're still operating with a clinician's identity. In this episode, Garrett sits down with Jamey Schrier, DPT, to unpack why sustainable growth and practice value require a fundamental shift in how owners see themselves and their role. In this conversation, we cover:
This episode is a must-listen for anyone who wants their practice to create freedom instead of just more responsibility.
Modern pain care often focuses on fixing structures, but what if the real key is changing the signal? In this episode, Garrett and Dan Neff, DPT, dive into the idea of therapeutic input and how precise neurological stimulation can reduce pain, restore function, and build trust with patients – even the ones who've already tried everything else.
You'll learn about:
If you're a clinician, practice owner, or someone struggling with persistent pain, this conversation offers an insightful perspective on what effective treatment really looks like
Most practice owners start with purpose but get lost in the chaos of growth. In this episode, Garrett sits down with Will Humphreys, PT, and Michelle Bambanek, PT, to explore how leaders can build scalable systems without sacrificing heart, humanity, or culture. Together, they break down the frameworks that help teams thrive as the business grows. You'll learn about:
This conversation is a roadmap for every owner who wants to grow without losing what made their mission meaningful in the first place.
What happens when physical therapy embraces the tools of diagnostic medicine? In this episode, Garrett talks with Drs. Skye Grayson, Malachi Votaw, and Julia Whitehead from NCEPT (Escondido, California) about how they've built one of the most advanced PT practices in the country by combining EMG, ultrasound, and Neubie neuromuscular reeducation.
You'll learn about:
This is a look inside the next evolution of physical therapy, where you'll see a clear and inspiring picture of how technology and teamwork converge to create better outcomes and stronger practices.
True athletic performance isn't built on muscle alone – it's driven by the nervous system. In this episode, Garrett explores how approaching training through a neurological lens can optimize movement, strength, and resilience across an athlete's lifetime. From youth development to elite performance, he breaks down how to train smarter, not just harder.
In this episode, you'll learn:
Athletic development isn't a sprint, it's a neurological journey. And if you want to help yourself or your athletes reach their full potential, this episode will show you how incorporating neuroscience changes the game.
The quality of our relationships determines the quality of our life. And, although many of us know how to lead at work, we struggle to bring that same clarity, purpose, and intention into our homes and our most important relationships.
In this episode, men's health and leadership coach Joel Evan shares how the same principles that drive success in business can transform relationships, communication, and connection at home. We cover several topics from Joel's book, Limitless: Forge an Unshakeable Marriage and Deepen Your Bond with Your Kids:
Whether you're a husband, father, or simply someone seeking to deepen relationships with more integrity and purpose, this episode will challenge you to show up where it matters most.
Low back pain is one of the most common – and complex – challenges in healthcare. In this episode, physical therapist Jeff Vitale shares how he applies Dr. Stuart McGill’s evidence-based methods to help even the most difficult cases. Part of an elite group personally certified by Dr. McGill, Jeff integrates the McGill Method with other frameworks such as TPI and tools like the Neubie to create breakthrough results for patients who’ve often tried everything else.
In this conversation, we discuss:
This is an episode for anyone serious about solving back pain at its source. Whether you’re a clinician looking for new tools or someone personally battling low back pain, this episode provides a roadmap with practical solutions.
Carbon-60 (C-60) is a molecule that won a Nobel Prize in Chemistry for its groundbreaking discovery – and now it’s at the center of fascinating research into aging and longevity. In this episode, our guest is Chris Burres and we dig into the story of how a lab material used in industry found its way into the world of health and human performance.
In this episode, you’ll hear about:
Longevity breakthroughs always come with both promise and skepticism. This conversation brings the science, the story, and the open questions to light, so you can better understand where C60 fits in the longevity landscape.
In this solo episode, Garrett dives into the powerful lessons that come from contemplating our own mortality. While it’s often uncomfortable to think about, facing the reality that our time is limited can be one of the most practical ways to gain clarity about what truly matters – both in life and in business. The conversation includes:
This is an invitation to pause, reflect, and reorient. By compressing time and confronting our own finiteness, we discover focus, alignment, and a clearer path toward leading our best lives.
What if your brain held the keys to living longer and healthier? In this solo episode, I dive into the fascinating intersection of neuroscience and longevity, unpacking how the nervous system shapes resilience, recovery, and the aging process. Drawing on both science and personal experience, I’ll explore how practices like meditation, nervous system training, and targeted stimulation can help us unlock more years and better years.
We’ll cover:
This is more than a discussion about just living longer, it’s about living better too. Join me as we uncover how neuroscience provides both the framework and the tools to train your brain and body for vibrant health and longevity.
In this episode, we explore how neuroscience reveals what truly makes leaders effective – from how they regulate themselves, lead by example, and the various ways they can influence others and shape a team’s culture. You’ll learn how emotional safety, trust, and meaning aren’t just soft skills but are actually brain-based performance drivers.
Leadership isn’t about control, it’s about connection of people with each other and with a sense of shared purpose. And when you lead with safety, clarity, and purpose, you do far more than just manage a team – you multiply its impact.
What if you could get laboratory-grade movement insights with nothing more than your phone? In this episode, Garrett sits down with Jacob Salim, co-founder of G8way Max, to explore how motion capture and biomechanical analysis are becoming more accessible, precise, and effective than ever. Jacob shares the origin of the platform, how it works, and why personalized programming is the missing link for many people dealing with pain or underperforming bodies.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
Whether you're a coach, clinician, or someone who just wants to move better and hurt less, this conversation reveals how tech can accelerate progress – and put true biomechanical insight in your pocket.
Most golfers and baseball players chase speed and distance… but ignore the root cause of why they’re stuck. In this episode of The Undercurrent, Dr. Jared Bickle breaks down how to assess, treat, and train the rotational athlete with a precise framework that bridges rehab and elite performance. We cover:
If you treat or train rotational athletes – or if you are one yourself – this episode is for you. You’ll walk away with practical insights that shift how you view the body and the ways you can unlock greater performance and longevity.
What if the fear you're avoiding is actually the key to your growth? In this episode, I sit down with Akshay Nanavati, a Marine Corps veteran, ultra-endurance athlete, and author of Fearvana. We explore how fear, suffering, and stillness can become powerful tools for transformation.
This is a raw and real conversation about what it takes to go to your sacred edge … and to come back with something deeper than success: peace and true fulfillment.
In this episode, Dr. Scott Sherr – Board-Certified Internal Medicine physician and leading voice in Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) – joins us to explore how oxygen under pressure can radically shift outcomes in recovery, rehab, and performance. We break down how HBOT complements neuromuscular reeducation tools like the Neubie, especially for patients with neurological conditions, chronic pain, or mitochondrial dysfunction, plus additional benefits for athletic recovery and performance. If you're looking for cutting-edge strategies to enhance neuroplasticity, energy production, and functional recovery, this conversation is a must-listen.
We cover: - The science of HBOT and its epigenetic, anti-inflammatory, and vascular effects - How HBOT and Neubie together can accelerate outcomes in MS, stroke, TBI, and CRPS - Why timing and metabolic readiness matter before using HBOT, and how not addressing these can have negative consequences - The role of methylene blue and other mitochondrial enhancers - Performance, brain function, and recovery for athletes and high-performers - Health Optimization Medicine as a proactive model for cellular health - Real case insights from both HBOT and Neubie applications
Dr. Sherr brings a systems-level view that bridges conventional medicine with future-forward technology, and it’s a powerful complement to the NeuFit Method.
Marketing shouldn’t feel like a guessing game. Neil Trickett, PT, has helped over 1,000 clinics grow, and in this episode he breaks down exactly what separates top-performing practices from the rest. Whether you're trying to drive more new patients, improve retention, or build a referral engine, this episode gives you the roadmap.
In this conversation, we cover:
If you want actionable insights from someone who's seen what actually works at scale, this is the episode for you. Pick one strategy, implement it, and start building real momentum in your practice.
103: When the Music Stops: A Lost Voice, A New Identity, and Healing From Long COVID
In this deeply personal episode, Greta Morgan, former member of the band Vampire Weekend and author of The Lost Voice, shares the journey of losing her voice due to Long COVID and finding a new sense of self. From a thriving career on stage to a battle with spasmodic dysphonia, Greta reflects on the emotional, physical, and spiritual challenges that reshaped her life. Through perseverance, therapy, and a deep connection with nature, she’s rediscovered not just her voice, but her identity and purpose.
Greta’s story is a testament to the power of resilience and healing, and how embracing vulnerability can lead to profound transformation. Tune in to hear how she’s redefined herself, both as an artist and as a person.
If you work with clients who have pain, movement issues, or developmental challenges, this episode will shift how you think about the brain’s role in all of it. Robert Melillo, Ph.D., is the founder of the Brain Balance Centers and Melillo Method and has decades of experience helping kids and adults with ADHD, autism, dyslexia, and anxiety overcome challenges thought to be permanent. He joins us to talk about functional neurology, primitive reflexes, and the deep patterns that shape human performance, behavior, and healing. We discuss:
Functional imbalances in the brain aren’t permanent—and they’re more common than most realize. Whether you’re working with kids, athletes, or adults in pain, this episode will equip you to see root causes more clearly and give you new tools and hope.
After years of frustrating injuries and failed rehab, George James didn’t just walk away from rugby – he walked into a calling.
In this episode, he shares his journey from elite athlete to pioneering physiotherapist, his decision to bring the Neubie to the UK, and what it really means to treat the nervous system. We cover:
George isn’t just delivering a different treatment, he’s rewriting the standard. And if you’ve ever felt let down by using the “standard approach” with yourself or your patients, this conversation will hit home.
Before we can lead teams, patients, or communities, we have to be able to lead ourselves. That’s the theme of Part 3 in our 100th episode celebration: the inner game of performance. In this episode, we explore how our mindset influences not just how we feel, but how we lead, make decisions, and grow.
What you'll hear in this episode:
Whether you're a clinician, business owner, athlete, or just striving to be a high-performing human, this episode reminds you that how you show up internally shapes everything you create externally. And there are actionable tactics and tools here that I encourage you to explore on that journey to becoming your best you.
Running a clinic is about more than just great patient care—it’s about building a business that’s profitable, sustainable, and perhaps even scalable. In Episode 100 Part 2, we’re diving into the biggest business lessons from our first 100 episodes, featuring expert insights on branding and marketing, sales, and how to effectively build and lead a team. These are key takeaways that can transform your practice:
If you’re a clinic owner, PT, chiropractor, or entrepreneur, this episode is packed with real-world strategies to help you scale your business and maximize your impact.
100 episodes in, and we’re just getting started. Over the years, we’ve covered groundbreaking insights into neuroplasticity, biomechanics, recovery, and human performance. For Episode 100, I’m bringing together some of the most powerful clinical breakthroughs we’ve learned—straight from the experts who are using these strategies every day.
These insights aren’t just theories—they’re changing the way clinicians, athletes, and everyday people approach rehab and performance.
In this episode, we dive into a groundbreaking neuropathy study that’s redefining treatment options for patients suffering from nerve damage. With special guests Joe McGilvrey (Apex PT) and Ramona von Leden (NeuFit VP of Research), we explore the power of direct current (DC) stimulation and how it’s achieving results that no other treatment has before. Specific discussion topics include:
Could this be the new gold standard for neuropathy treatment? Tune in to hear the science, real patient stories, and what this means for the future of rehab and recovery.
Did you know that chronic stress is at the root of most modern diseases? From heart disease to diabetes, poorly managed stress can wreak havoc on your body. Fortunately, in this episode Dr. Torkil Færø teaches us how to measure stress in real-time and make adjustments to stay in peak condition. That’s exactly what HRV tracking allows you to do.
We discuss:
We break down the science of resilience in a way that’s easy to apply. Whether you’re treating patients, an athlete, or someone who just wants to feel and perform better—this episode is a must-listen!
Explore the intersection of functional medicine and performance optimization in this episode with James “Jim” LaValle. Among other things, Jim is the Academic Co-chair of A4M, Chief Science Officer for LifeTime Fitness, creator of the “Metabolic Code” system, consultant to numerous professional sports teams, and author of more than 20 books. He shares clear insights connecting health with injury rehabilitation, recovery, and performance. From understanding blood sugar regulation to leveraging peptides and supplements, you’ll walk away with powerful tools to transform your health. We cover:
Whether you’re seeking to recover faster, train smarter, or simply live better – or help your patients do the same – this episode is your guide to cracking the metabolic code. Enjoy these clear and powerful insights!
Motherhood is an incredible journey, but it comes with unique challenges during pregnancy, postpartum, and beyond. In this episode, we’re joined by Dr. Lauren Adamski and Anna Bales from Bump and Beyond Chiropractic to discuss the ways they’re empowering moms through every stage—especially when it comes to recovery and healing from diastasis recti. Whether you're a mom, mom-to-be, or a practitioner, this conversation will equip you with the tools to thrive.
Key Takeaways:
Tune in for actionable insights and an uplifting approach to motherhood!
What happens when traditional physical therapy ends, but the recovery journey is far from over? Melanie Brennan, founder of EA Therapeutics, has an answer. In this episode, we discuss how her organization is addressing the critical need for ongoing care with neuro-activity-based training, giving patients the tools to continue their progress and regain their quality of life. We discuss:
Join us as we explore what’s possible when innovation and compassion collide in the world of neuro-rehabilitation.
What makes effort feel worthwhile? In this reflection on the past year, I explore the connection between energy, alignment, and the neuroscience behind how we perceive and sustain effort. Balancing adrenaline pushing us forward with dopamine giving us a sense of reward, effort is only sustainable when it aligns with what truly matters to us.
Key Insights Include:
Tune in to discover how neuroscience and awareness can help you align your effort, release limiting patterns, and move forward with clarity and purpose.
Jamey Schrier’s inspiring journey from clinician to successful business owner holds the blueprint for transforming your practice into a thriving business. He shares his proven strategies for creating a scalable, profitable clinic that allows you the time to focus on what matters most – your life and goals. In this episode, you will:
This episode is packed with insights for any practice owner looking to reclaim their time, scale their impact, and love their business again. Whether you’re looking to grow, sell, or reinvigorate your practice, Jamey’s expertise will guide you to the next level.
In this episode, Garrett welcomes Phillip Parker, OTR/L, and founder of Omni Rehabilitation in Harlingen, Texas and recent winner of the Neubie Grant Program. Phillip shares his journey from paramedic to occupational therapist and the drive that led him to return to his hometown to provide elite care in a place he calls a “therapy desert.” His passion for bringing high-quality rehab to the Rio Grande Valley, where advanced care options are limited, offers valuable insights for practitioners and patients alike. We discuss:
Phillip’s commitment to providing cutting-edge care to his community is an inspiring story of dedication, vision, and resilience. Tune in to hear how he’s transforming lives and raising the bar for therapy in South Texas!
In this episode we explore a “holistic physical therapy” model. Dr. Jessica Tranchina of Generator Athlete Lab walks us through her approach of blending traditional PT with fitness and cutting-edge recovery tools like sauna, contrast baths, and compression therapy to accelerate results and add an entire recovery, optimal health, and longevity service line to her practice. We discuss:
Whether you’re a PT, athlete, or recovery enthusiast, this episode is packed with insights to help you elevate recovery and performance. Hear why Dr. Jess’s approach is part of the future of physical therapy!
Joining us for the second time is Jason Waz, the first physical therapist to integrate the Neubie device into a PT private practice back in 2017. Since then, he has transformed his clinic, scaling beyond day-to-day operations to the point where he now coaches other practice owners on how to achieve similar success. In this episode, you’ll hear:
Jason’s story highlights the power of innovation, technology, and the right coaching to take a clinic from good to great. Ready to follow in his footsteps?
This is another episode where we get to share other, complementary technologies that are working well in the field. My guest, Dr. Scott Dickenson, is the physical therapist who created NecksLevel. His journey began with frustration, when he realized there weren’t any good ways to reliably load neck exercises during rehabilitation. After lots of thought and many iterations, he finally launched his product and company. In this episode, you’ll hear:
If you’ve ever been frustrated by the limitations of current neck rehab tools or are just curious about innovative therapies, this episode offers valuable insights from a clinician-turned-inventor who’s changing the game.
In this episode, I sit down with Carolyn Barnwell, a documentary filmmaker turned Stress Resilience Coach, who has dedicated herself to helping people process trauma through body-based approaches. After witnessing profound trauma in her career, Carolyn turned to Tension and Trauma Releasing Exercises (T.R.E.), a method she’s been using for 18 years to reset the nervous system by inducing natural tremors. Carolyn shares the science behind 'neurogenic tremors' and how they help humans and other mammals release the effects of stress and trauma.
You’ll learn:
Join us to explore how the body’s natural mechanisms can promote healing and resilience, and discover how Carolyn is helping others ‘Shake Away Stress’ in her powerful work.
In this episode, Bert Massey and I dive deep into the strategies for using the Neubie to enhance sensory-motor competencies across all populations—whether you're recovering from an injury, training athletes, or improving general fitness.
You’ll learn:
These practical insights and actionable techniques can transform your approach to training, no matter where you or your clients are on their fitness journey.
Dr. Pat Davidson joins us to discuss the fine details of exercise science and how to effectively implement these concepts into training routine. Dr. Davidson offers a masterclass in classifying exercises and using that information to optimize workouts, providing listeners with actionable strategies to improve fitness outcomes. This episode is packed with valuable information that can help you train smarter and more effectively. We cover:
If you want to understand movement at a deeper level, this episode is for you!
You can learn more about Dr. Pat Davidson on Instagram @dr.patdavidson. And you can view the “Grand Unified Theory” paper he mentions at https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26725372/
Are you curious about the applications of remote therapeutic monitoring (RTM) in a physical therapy practice? If so, this episode with Steven Coen, co-founder of SaRa Health, will answer all your questions.
Steven shares his journey from a frustrated patient to a healthcare innovator, detailing how RTM bridges the gap between clinic visits, enhancing patient engagement and outcomes. Learn how this innovative platform not only improves patient care but also boosts clinic efficiency and revenue through smart automation and real-time data insights. We’ll cover:
Tune in to discover how RTM is benefiting many practices and get some ideas for ways to increase your own patient engagement. And if you’re interested in SaRa Health, please visit sarahealth.com to learn more about their platform.
Follow along on the journey of Cristy Steinberg, DPT, as her treatment approach has evolved over the years to where she’s now helping people who had previously failed physical therapy at her former clinic. Cristy shares how she evolved from a corporate staff PT to owning the innovative Kinesio Lab in Highland Park, Illinois. Her story is a testament to the power of embracing neuroscience in rehabilitation and the remarkable outcomes it can achieve for patients.
Cristy's experiences highlight the potential to bridge the gap in traditional therapy, helping patients achieve that elusive final 15% of recovery. Her passion for integrating cutting-edge technology with time-tested PT practices offers valuable insights for healthcare professionals looking to elevate their own practice and patient care.
In this episode, you'll learn about:
Whether you're a healthcare professional or someone interested in the latest advancements in rehabilitation, this episode offers a fascinating look at the future of physical therapy. Tune in to hear Cristy's passionate plea for embracing neuroscience and discover how she's pushing the boundaries of rehabilitation to unlock new potential for her clients!
In this compelling episode, we sit down with US Men’s Olympic Gymnast Brody Malone to share the remarkable story of his journey to the Paris 2024 Olympics.
Brody opens up about his early beginnings in gymnastics, his drive and dedication to the sport, and the pivotal moments that shaped his career.
The conversation takes a deep dive into the challenging period last spring when Brody suffered a severe knee injury, requiring three separate surgeries to repair. With the clock ticking down to the Olympics, the stakes were incredibly high. Brody shares the emotional and physical battles he faced, the fears of not being able to compete, and the relentless spirit that kept him going.
You’ll also hear about the game-changing role Neubie technology played in Brody's recovery. He discusses how this innovative neuromuscular treatment helped accelerate his rehabilitation process and literally re-learn to walk, plus what it did for recovery from other injuries to his thumb, finger, wrist, back, and shoulder.
It’s also an opportunity to look behind the scenes, as Brody shares an inside look at his rigorous training regimen and all of the training and preparation that goes into the Olympic Games.
This episode is packed with insights, from the technical aspects of his recovery to the mental resilience required to overcome such daunting obstacles. Whether you're a fan of gymnastics, interested in sports recovery, or simply love a good comeback story, Brody Malone’s journey will inspire and motivate you.
Tune in to hear:
Brody's early days and developing a passion for gymnastics
The details of his severe knee injury and the subsequent surgeries
The critical role Neubie technology played in his recovery
Behind-the-scenes insights into his Olympic training regimen
The mental and physical challenges of preparing for the Olympics
Don’t miss this exclusive look into the life of an Olympic athlete who defied the odds to achieve greatness.
Our guest is John Nelson, founder of Elite Level Performance (ELP). We cover John's journey from dealing with back trouble in high school (including what ended up being a tumor on his lumbar spine) to establishing a multi-service facility aimed at optimizing athletic performance and working with the best baseball players in the greater Memphis area. The conversation delves deeply into the advanced techniques John uses and how these methodologies are dramatically improving movement and performance in athletes.
We cover:
Tune in for a comprehensive exploration of advanced training techniques and the impact they’re making with John’s athletes!
In this episode, we dive into the transformative world of holistic physical therapy.
Our guest is Adam Laraway, a physical therapist with over 24 years of experience. As founder of Focus Physical Therapy, Adam takes a “family first” approach and helps his patients overcome a wide range of challenges, including those experiencing MS and CRPS and elite athletes recovering from injuries.
We discuss:
Whether you're a clinician, a patient, or are curious about technology and holistic health, this episode is a must-listen! Tune in and learn how the Neubie can revolutionize patient care.
Join us this week as Angie McGilvrey, a leading visionary in physical therapy and founder of Apex, discusses the business of PT as a primary care provider and how Apex is redefining what success looks like in the industry.
In this episode, we will discuss:
Tune in now to learn how you can take your physical therapy practice to the next level in the primary care arena.
Learn more about Angie's work and what Apex's is up to on the Apex Instagram page.
Join us in this week’s episode as Dr. Cindra Kamphoff, renowned sports psychologist and founder of The Mentally Strong Institute, shares her expert insights on how mastering your mindset can dramatically improve your life and business success.
In this episode, we will discuss:
Tune in now to learn how to harness the power of your mind for success in all areas of your life.
You can find Dr. Kamphoff’s work at www.drcindra.com, www.beyondgrit.com, and www.freementalbreakthroughcall.com.
Join Garrett in this week’s episode where he explores how sports principles can effectively translate into business skills and personal development. Garrett discusses practical tips for anyone looking to harness their athletic experiences to forge success in other areas of their lives.
In this episode, we focus on:
Tune in to see how applying sports strategies can improve your business prowess and personal growth.
Join us this week as we welcome Michael Coates, a California-licensed attorney renowned for his expertise in medical lien law and negotiations. Through his company, Personal Injury Made Easy, Michael has transformed the personal injury (PI) space, helping clinics master the process of treating PI patients as a path to achieving business growth.
In this episode, we delve into:
Tune in for Michael’s invaluable insights on making personal injury care a profitable expansion for your clinic.
Discover Michael’s Business Advantage program at www.PersonalInjuryMadeEasy.com and learn negotiation skills at his Negotiations Aikido workshops via https://negotiationsaikido.com.
Join us this week as Dr. Alex Lee, from Circadian Chiropractic & Sport in Sarasota, FL, shares his journey from pro baseball to pioneering a unique chiropractic approach that melds sports training with holistic care.
In this episode, we cover:
Tune in to discover how chiropractic care and foundational training can elevate your performance and durability, with Dr. Lee’s innovative practices.
You can find Dr. Alex Lee’s clinic at www.circadiansrq.com or you can find him on Instagram at @dr.alexlee
In this week's episode, we welcome Dylan Steele, an Osteopath from New South Wales, Australia, and his patient Barney Miller, a quadriplegic who has seen remarkable recovery progress with the Neubie device. Barney's wife, Kada, also joins to share her insights on their journey.
We focus on:
Tune in now to gain insights on enhancing your recovery process through the Neubie and Osteopathic Medicine, inspired by Barney’s progress!
You can find Dylan and his work at www.neuhorizonosteopathy.com.au and our Australian team at www.neufit.com.au
Join us as we sit down for this week’s episode with Wesley Kress, a board-certified acupuncturist with a Masters of Science in Oriental Medicine (MSOM). With Wesley’s extensive knowledge and experience, we discuss how he implements the Neubie into his TCM practice. This episode focuses on:
Tune in now and learn more about Traditional Chinese Medicine and the Neubie!
You can find Wesley’s work at https://breakthroughperformance-rehab.com/
Join us in this week’s episode by welcoming back Dr. Gretchen Hawley, PT, creator of the MSing Link. With her broad knowledge and specialization in MS, we will dive deeper into her research, recent findings, and more.
This week we focus on:
Tune in now and learn more about MS and stay up-to-date on the latest research!
You can find Dr. Gretchen’s work and website at www.doctorgretchawley.com
Join us in this week’s episode as we welcome Greg Todd, PT, for an in-depth discussion on the challenges of starting your own physical therapy practice. Having grown through multiple successes and learning experiences, Greg now shares this knowledge with other PT’s, OT’s, Chiropractors, and other professionals in his coaching programs.
This week we focus on:
Tune in now and don’t miss out on this great opportunity to learn more about creating your own physical therapy practice!
You can find Greg and his work at www.gregtoddtv.com
In this week’s episode, we are joined by Betsy Ezell, LPC, BCN, the Director of Neurofeedback and Lead Therapist at Heritage Counseling’s location in Austin, Texas.
Today, we’re diving deeper into the potential benefits of Neurofeedback, which can include impacts on behavior, attention, mood, trauma recovery, and more.
Highlights:
Tune in now to learn and expand your understanding of Neurofeedback and the brain!
You can find Betsy and her clinic at www.hertiagecounseling.net
In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Shauna Shapiro, Ph.D., a best-selling author, professor, and researcher at Santa Clara University and Stanford. Dr. Shapiro taps into her own experience and expertise to help us dive into the concepts of mindfulness and meditation and understand how their practice can lead to positive neuroplastic changes.
In this episode, we touch on:
Tune in now to learn more on how you can apply and implement mindfulness and meditation to your day-to-day life.
You can find Shauna’s work, books, and free guided meditations on her website at www.drshaunashapiro.com
Join us as we sit down with Dr. Samuel Buckner, Assistant Professor of Exercise Science at the University of South Florida, for an in-depth discussion on his groundbreaking study comparing Neubie training to traditional resistance exercise with weights.
In this episode, Dr. Buckner delves into the physiology of muscle growth and revisits his lab's previous study on the acute effects of Neubie, setting the stage for the comprehensive 8-week training cycle comparison that we discuss here.
Whether you're a rehab or fitness professional, an athlete, or someone intrigued by cutting-edge exercise science, this episode will deepen your understanding of muscle growth and challenge preconceived notions about training methods.
Don't miss out on the insights that could reshape your approach to achieving optimal muscle growth! 💪
Tune in now.
Here is a link to the study we mentioned: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38037356/
How to Optimize for Energy - A Nutrition Deep Dive with Matt Cooper
In this episode, we bring back Matt Cooper, a Southern California-based strength and performance coach with a background in biomechanics and nutrition.
Matt is a contributing author for SimpliFaster and Just Fly Sports, consultant to multiple NBA players and teams, and author of the recently released book "Adaptive Nutrition."
Today, we're taking a deep dive into the bio-energetics of nutrition and how you can optimize it for energy.
⚡Discover why energy is the ultimate goal when it comes to strategies for health and performance. ⚡Understand what metabolism truly is and how it's influenced by key elements such as carbs, fat, and other factors. ⚡Delve into the role of the thyroid in energy regulation and gain insights on how to enhance its function. ⚡Get specific recommendations on protein, PUFA’s, and valuable insights on supplements.
Tune in now and revolutionize your approach to nutrition with Matt Cooper.
Read Matt’s book here: www.rewireperformance.com/guides-programs
Curious about Functional Medicine's real-world impact on health, recovery, and performance? Dr. Amy Myers, a NY Times Bestselling author and expert in the field, joins us to discuss her work. Whether you're battling extreme illness, recovering from an injury, managing chronic pain, dealing with autoimmune conditions, or simply seeking more vitality, discover how Functional Medicine could offer a comprehensive approach.
Episode highlights:
Tune in for down-to-earth advice from a seasoned pro.
Get the free report Dr. Myers mentioned here, and use code guthealth10 to save $10 on your first order. http://amymd.io/gutrecipes
Ever wondered how to tackle chronic headaches, face, neck, and jaw pain? Or curious about the secrets to addressing rock climbers' injuries, especially those notorious finger tendons? Dr. Cooper spills the beans on these and more, unveiling breakthrough approaches that combine elite manual therapy techniques with the Neubie.
Join us as we explore the intricate balance of looking globally and locally to solve complex patient problems. Dr. Cooper (PT, DPT) provides a holistic perspective, delving into the impact of posture on the neck, face, and jaw, as well as the ripple effect of jaw health on the entire body.
Episode Highlights:
Don't miss out on this conversation! Here is a link to a study mentioned by Cooper in the episode: https://www.nih.gov/news-events/nih-research-matters/number-steps-day-more-important-step-intensity
Join us for an inspiring episode of our podcast as we delve into the recent published scientific article looking at the effect of the Neubie on functional recovery in MS patients.
Our special guest is the lead investigator on this study, Courtney Ellerbusch, PT, DPT, a distinguished physical therapist with 9 years of experience at Centura Health in Colorado. She shares her journey a career focused on neurological conditions such as MS, stroke, Parkinson's, and neuromuscular movement disorders.
Then, we explore her unique approach to treating MS patients with a Neubie treatment strategy. Her 4-part protocol, involving neuropathy relief, mobility and spasticity management, targeted muscle strengthening, and functional training, is a game-changer for patients with neurological challenges and forms the basis for the treatments she used in the study.
Finally, we discuss the objective data and compelling results of Courtney's groundbreaking study, plus the inspiring stories and subjective experiences of the patients who participated, illustrating the transformative power of Courtney's approach. Whether you're a healthcare professional seeking insights into cutting-edge therapy, a patient facing neurological challenges, or someone passionate about the intersection of science and human well-being, this episode offers invaluable insights that you won't want to miss.
Tune in now!
Here is the link to the study we referenced in this episode: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37465424/
In this episode, we're diving deep into the world of sports medicine with a true expert in the field. Our guest, Cullen Nigrini, brings a wealth of experience as NeuFit's Head of Sports Medicine and Austin Clinic Director. With a background that includes working behind the scenes at the University of Texas in Division 1 sports and with the New Orleans Pelicans in the NBA, Cullen shares his insights on elite sports medicine and how similar levels of care can be provided to individuals in the community. Join us as we explore the fascinating similarities and differences between the high-pressure world of college and professional sports medicine and the everyday challenges of private practice. Cullen also delves into the ways other modalities can pair with or complement NeuFit's innovative technology, the Neubie, to optimize patient outcomes. We'll also discuss the critical topic of post-surgical rehabilitation and how specialized care can make all the difference in an athlete's recovery journey. Whether you're a sports enthusiast, a healthcare professional, or someone interested in understanding the intersection of sports and medicine, this episode offers valuable insights that you won't want to miss. Get ready to gain a deeper understanding of the world of sports medicine from an industry insider. Tune in now!
Join us as we take a deep dive into the world of minimalist footwear with Steven Sashen, the visionary founder of Xero Shoes. Steven shares his transformative barefoot running experience, which inspired the creation of Xero Shoes
For more insights and behind-the-scenes, check out Xero Shoes' Shark Tank appearance and their “Professional Program.”
Xero’s Shark Tank Appearance: https://youtu.be/Ve2_H--d2Vk?si=YM7ugCQAqItExAu5
Xero “Professional Program”: www.xeroshoes.com/prodeal Get ready to step into a world of health, performance, and longevity through minimalist footwear.
Irene Lyon is a seasoned trauma therapist and nervous system expert who blends insights from pioneers like Feldenkrais, Levine, and Kain in her work. In this enlightening episode, we explore trauma's profound impact on the human body, encompassing both capital 'T' and little 't' trauma. Discover how trauma affects the nervous system, emotions, hormones, immunity, and even genetics. We discuss the nuances of healing from trauma, including the role of talk therapy and re-visiting past experiences. Irene Lyon also shares her insights on the Polyvagal Theory and its application in trauma therapy. Don't miss this engaging conversation that goes beyond conventional healing methods, offering a holistic perspective on trauma and recovery. Tune in and embark on your journey to understanding and healing. Check out more of Irene's work here: https://irenelyon.com/
Join us as we dive into the world of trauma, exploring its intricate connections to the brain, body, and the journey toward healing.
We peel back the layers, trying to connect the dots between how our brains, bodies, and overall well-being respond to traumatic experiences. We're not just talking facts here – we're unraveling real stories, exploring leading schools of thought on the subject, and sharing personal experiences from our own practice and experience with treatment.
Some key concepts we'll explore:
Neurological Pathways of Trauma: Discover the brain's responses to trauma, from heightened alertness to dissociation, and unravel the compelling connection between neural activity and our emotional experiences
The Body's Response to Trauma: Explore the physiological aftermath of trauma on hormones, the immune system, and genetics as we uncover how our bodies remember and respond to past experiences.
Healing Possibilities: Uncover innovative avenues for healing that go beyond traditional approaches, including the revolutionary NeuFit method, EMDR, somatic practices, neurofeedback, and even the intriguing potential of psychedelics.
Listen in to gain a deeper understanding of trauma and embark on a journey toward growth and recovery.
Greg Pignataro, CSCS, recently set the Guinness World Record for performing the most Nordic Hamstring Curls ever recorded in one minute! On this episode, he talks about his experience preparing for and setting the record -- including how the Neubie helped him along the way. He is also a certified ATG coach (ATG is the "Athletic Truth Group", the training system started by Ben Patrick, best known as the "Knees Over Toes Guy". We talk about the major principles of the ATG training system, some of the specific exercises and tactics they're using, and ways that Greg uses the Neubie to amplify the benefits of ATG workouts to help clients make more progress faster. And, if you want to learn to get your first Nordic Hamstring Curl, Greg also has a program called "Nordic Curl Now" available at neverpastyourprime.com/nordic/.
Frank Mocerino, founder of The Ohm Store, joins the Undercurrent Podcast to share his insights on truly effective customer service. He describes why his company has a 100% satisfaction guarantee that includes a no-time-limit return policy, why a Nordstrom employee once refunded a customer for a tire (which the customer obviously purchased from a different store -- yes, it's true), and why these examples are really just about treating customers like people and may not be such radical ideas after all. And, of course, we bring home the concepts by discussing how they can be applied by PT, Chiropractic, and other practices to thrive in their local markets.
After Brian Gallagher, PT, won "National Practice of the Year" in the early 2000's, he became a judge for the award in future years. While evaluating nominees for that award, he saw common themes among the most successful practices. Now, as the founder of MEG (Management Expansion Group), Brian shares those lessons (and his wealth of other experiences) to help PT Practice Owners improve their marketing, operations, compliance, billing, hiring, and culture. In this episode, we talk about: * The biggest challenges facing PT practice owners * Brian's 4 Keys to Building a Successful Business * The 10-minute meeting that can supercharge your team and culture * Why it's so important to stand out in your local market (and how technology like the Neubie can help) * The optimal balance of cash and insurance revenue * How to balance the agility of a startup with the consistent procedures of a larger and more established practice * ...And more!
It's full of actionable insights, so if you are a practice owner (or would like to be one someday), be sure to listen to the whole conversation. And if you want to learn more about Brian's services and sign up for a free practice assessment, check out https://resources.megbusiness.com/resource-guide-for-pt-owners. (Plus he has a special offer for the practice owners who are a part of NeuFit Nation!)
My guest today is Megan Evans, founder of The MS Stage. She used her background in dance and theater to create a practice that has helped her cope with her own MS challenges, using that to build an empowering mindset that has made a huge difference in her own healing journey. Now, through The MS Stage, she is coaching other people through movement, meditation, and mindfulness practices that have helped them upgrade their beliefs and mindset in ways that have enabled them to take action, make changes, deal with suppressed emotions, and move themselves onto a healing path. (Her courses are for women so far, but she plans to have offerings for men in the future too). In this episode, Megan shares her story, gives us a sample of the movement and meditation practices that are part of her program, and talks about her experience in her first few weeks of using the Neubie! Find out more about her work at www.TheMSStage.com.
In this episode, I'm joined by Lisa Chase, PT. She's the Co-Chair of the Functional Manual Medicine Certification Program at Michigan State University, former Medical Director of the WTA Tour (professional women's tennis), and owner of Back 2 Normal Physical Therapy in St. Petersburg, FL. She describes how she's spent her career looking for "game changers" in the physical therapy profession. The first she found was the Michigan State treatment model, including the manual therapy techniques in the curriculum that she now teaches. She discusses some of these concepts and techniques, including muscle energy, biomechanics, and manual therapy. Her most recent "game changer" has been the NEUBIE, and she shares how she's been able to use the NEUBIE to amplify the benefits of her manual therapy plus exercise treatment model, and also help people who would have been more difficult to treat manually because of their neurological guarding. With some of her stories from professional tennis and other clinical pearls, this episode is jam-packed!
Following up on our "re-introduction" to the nervous system from two episodes ago, we are going to take a deeper dive into the topic of pain. While most people think pain is an input ("that hurt me"), pain is really an output signal from our brains. The brain triggers pain in response to perceived threat, and that threat can be real or imagined, physical or non-physical. We review some real-world applications of these principles and how it can lead us to more effective treatment strategies.
“Sports Medicine Said to Overuse MRI’s” https://www.nytimes.com/2011/10/29/health/mris-often-overused-often-mislead-doctors-warn.html
Article on Back Pain and Imaging: https://www.bmj.com/content/bmj/372/bmj.n291.full.pdf
In this episode, I'm joined by recently retired IFBB Pro Bodybuilder, Mike Giliotti. Mike is a master trainer with expertise in corrective exercise working as part of a multi-disciplinary team in Staten Island, NY to help people with all aspects of their health and physique. He shares his experiences using the Neubie with himself and various clients, including his own introduction to the Neubie that included a near-miraculous reversal of his chronic knee pain. It allowed him to continue training while keeping his knee pain at bay, and led to 4+ inch growth(!) in his legs. He also shares his wonderful perspective on mind-muscle connection, being mentally present and aware during exercise, some stories of client transformations and successes, and some of the particulars of how he's implementing the Neubie.
In this solo episode, I attempt to make the nervous system less intimidating by sharing some concepts and models that can help us all understand the nervous system. One of those concepts is the "black box," a theoretical object that accepts inputs, processes them, and creates outputs. We can view the nervous system as a big feedback loop that operates in this manner, and I share several examples of how the loop works to bring it to life. Another concept that helps us understand how the nervous system works is to understand that the brain's #1 priority is survival and protection. Because of that priority, the brain would rather have us do less and not more in order to keep us safe, and our brains often impose limitations on our bodies. Finally, we'll discuss how the purpose of functional neurology is to impact this loop by providing the right inputs, and what that can mean for rehabilitation and performance. Focusing on the software of the body, the nervous system, opens up breakthroughs in healing. This episode will help you better understand how to make those breakthroughs in your own lives and the lives of your patients/clients.
In this solo episode, I attempt to make the nervous system less intimidating by sharing some concepts and models that can help us all understand the nervous system. One of those concepts is the "black box," a theoretical object that accepts inputs, processes them, and creates outputs. We can view the nervous system as a big feedback loop that operates in this manner, and I share several examples of how the loop works to bring it to life. Another concept that helps us understand how the nervous system works is to understand that the brain's #1 priority is survival and protection. Because of that priority, the brain would rather have us do less and not more in order to keep us safe, and our brains often impose limitations on our bodies. Finally, we'll discuss how the purpose of functional neurology is to impact this loop by providing the right inputs, and what that can mean for rehabilitation and performance. Focusing on the software of the body, the nervous system, opens up breakthroughs in healing. This episode will help you better understand how to make those breakthroughs in your own lives and the lives of your patients/clients.
In this episode, Dr. John Marchese D.C. talks with us about Functional Neurology. We discuss how to precisely identify overactive or underactive brain areas and to guide them to optimal levels, what impact that can have on patient outcomes (even in "orthopedic" cases), how he uses the Neubie through the lens of functional neurology, his thoughts on asymmetrical training, and some common strength and conditioning tools that can actually create some problems when you look at them from a neurological perspective (including a bit about foam rolling, assault bikes, and more).
For this, our 50th episode of the NeuFit Undercurrent Podcast, I'm proud to welcome our biggest guest yet. Not just big physically, standing 6 foot 10 inches tall, but also big in the world of tennis. John Isner is the highest-ranked American tennis player in the world, has won dozens of professional tournaments, and holds the record for the longest tennis match of all time at over eleven hours long. It takes a special kind of resilience and determination to perform at that high of a level every season -- and to continue doing it at age 36. Listen in as John describes how prioritizing his fitness and enhancing his recovery with the Neubie has enabled him to perform at the top level of his sport at an age where many of his competitors are declining or considering retirement.
(Note: this episode was extracted from a presentation Dr. Buckner gave during a recent Mastermind call among NeuFit practitioners. For a more complete experience, please check out this episode on YouTube which includes a slide presentation)
In this episode of the NeuFit Undercurrent podcast, Dr. Sam Buckner Ph.D. joins our monthly Mastermind call to go over the results of his study "The acute muscular response following a novel form of pulsed direct current stimulation (Neubie) or traditional resistance exercise." In the study, he shows that the acute response to training with the Neubie and no external load is similar to traditional resistance training with 70% of maximum resistance. The measured responses include increased muscle thickness (as measured by ultrasound), and also fatigue and soreness.
While the Neubie is already FDA-cleared for reducing atrophy, this is the first research study directly demonstrating that it may be able to do more in the realm of hyptertrophy, or muscle growth. By showing an acute, short-term response, it also leads to more questions about long-term effects which Dr. Buckner brings up and that will be answered in his future studies. Questions like: can the Neubie grow muscle over a complete training cycle? And how does it compare to traditional weight training?
Listen in to hear the details of the study as well as the science behind low-load training and why it can be beneficial in many circumstances. A link to the published article is below:
https://www.ismni.org/jmni/accepted/JMNI_21M-08-159.pdf
Diagnosed with cerebral palsy (CP) at the age of 2, James Norris had a tough time participating in the sports he loved and wanted to play. At different times throughout his life, that also made it tough for him to fit in and have a positive sense of self. As an adult, he became dissatisfied with his physical condition and discovered fitness. As he saw the improvements in himself and got more passionate about the work, he decided to start Handi-Capable Fitness to support other people who were working to overcome various disabilities in order to play a sport or build a regular fitness practice. He now runs this 501c(3) non-profit and provides grants to others who are on the same path. We had the wonderful pleasure of meeting James when he was speaking at the SXSW Conference in Austin, TX. In addition to sharing his story, in this episode James talks about the immediate impact the Neubie had on him by helping him get more wrist movement than he's had in years as well as increased activation of the muscles he knows he needs to activate for standing but isn't able to consciously recruit on his own. To learn more about his work, check out https://www.handicapablefitness.com/ and enjoy this inspiring conversation with James!
In this episode, Matt Cooper shares his unique and very holistic perspective on athletic performance, which includes an excellent discussion on biomechanics and fascial slings, the concept of "movement literacy," training proprioception, and how to structure sessions and prioritize different traits and qualities of an athlete. To see one of Matt's articles that we mentioned on the show, check out: https://simplifaster.com/articles/proprioception-training-sports-performance/
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I am so excited to talk with Dr. Terry Wahls, author of the book The Wahls Protocol, and an incredible researcher looking at how lifestyle changes can help multiple sclerosis (MS) patients control their symptoms and stop the functional decline that so often comes with MS.
In this episode, Dr. Wahls talks about how her own diagnosis of MS took her from being super active to a full reclining wheelchair. Not satisfied with the existing methods of treatment, Dr. Wahls dove deep into creating a diet focused on autoimmune health. Listen in as Dr. Wahls describes her milestones on the way to a full recovery plus what she's doing to manage her recovery now -- including her use of electrical stimulation throughout her healing journey and how it's evolved over the last two decades.
Additional Note: For any patients who are interested in signing up for the study that Dr. Wahls mentioned on this podcast, please visit https://wahls.lab.uiowa.edu/join-study
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In this episode, Jacqui Broering, PT shares her journey from working in the corporate PT world to owning her own clinic, and discusses how using the Neubie has changed the dynamic of her entire practice. With a rural clinic, she also sees a very wide range of interesting cases, and she shares some compelling experiences working with everyone from patients who have phantom limb pain after losing a limb in a farming accident to professional athletes who have sought out her clinic. She has also become a leader in the treatment of acute flaccid myelitis (AFM) and shares some very interesting perspective on treating that. Check out Jacqui's clinic at www.performanceptw.com and view the case study about the amputee she worked with at https://neu.fit/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Broering-Amputation-Hypersensitivity-Case-Study.pdf Visit our WEBSITE www.neu.fit to learn more! Purchase THE NEUFIT METHOD BOOK on Amazon! https://amzn.to/3itezL6 Follow us on INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/neufitrfp/ Join our FACEBOOK page: https://www.facebook.com/neufitRFP Schedule a CALL with a NeuFit Specialist here: https://calendly.com/clayedgin/ex
In this episode, I'm joined by my longtime friend and NeuFit client Thanh Pham. Thanh has turned his passion for productivity into a thriving business called Asian Efficiency. He has an excellent perspective on how to be efficient and productive, which of course is why he enjoyed using the Neubie to recover from his shoulder surgery way ahead of schedule, and he shares his frameworks for how we can all be more productive in our own lives. You can learn more about Thanh on his website www.asianefficiency.com or on his podcast The Productivity Show. Visit our WEBSITE www.neu.fit to learn more! Purchase THE NEUFIT METHOD BOOK on Amazon! https://amzn.to/3itezL6 Follow us on INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/neufitrfp/ Join our FACEBOOK page: https://www.facebook.com/neufitRFP Schedule a CALL with a NeuFit Specialist here: https://calendly.com/clayedgin/ex
After a few years and a variety of frustrations in a 100% insurance practice, Mark DeAnda decided that he wanted to start offering some non-covered services and charging his clients directly. First of all, this approach would allow him to optimize plans of care for each individual patient/client by offering novel and effective treatments that were not being reimbursed by insurance companies. Plus it could improve the financial stability of his practice by making him less vulnerable to delayed or denied payments by insurance companies. In making that transition, however, Mark had some fear and limiting beliefs. In this episode he talks about the mindset shifts that allowed him to overcome those fears and successfully turn his practice into a 50-50 hybrid (50% cash and 50% insurance). Then he goes on to share some of the actual strategies and tactics he used along the way, including his approach to presenting cash options to his patients. Visit our WEBSITE www.neu.fit to learn more! Purchase THE NEUFIT METHOD BOOK on Amazon! https://amzn.to/3itezL6 Follow us on INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/neufitrfp/ Join our FACEBOOK page: https://www.facebook.com/neufitRFP Schedule a CALL with a NeuFit Specialist here: https://calendly.com/clayedgin/ex
In this very special episode of The NeuFit Undercurrent, I'm joined by two of our collaborators for our upcoming education module on the pelvic floor, Pagona Xenos and Carly Jeston.
While talking about pelvic floor dysfunction can sometimes be uncomfortable, living with it is moreso. Pagona and Carly discuss how to normalize talking about this with your patients, some successes they've seen with their own clients using the Neubie, and give you a sneak peak into what you can expect to learn in the pelvic floor educational course. Visit our WEBSITE www.neu.fit to learn more! Purchase THE NEUFIT METHOD BOOK on Amazon! https://amzn.to/3itezL6 Follow us on INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/neufitrfp/ Join our FACEBOOK page: https://www.facebook.com/neufitRFP Schedule a CALL with a NeuFit Specialist here: https://calendly.com/clayedgin/ex
In this episode, we do a deep dive with Robb Wolf into the topic of electrolytes, and then we also make our way into the topics of blood sugar, various sweeteners, and even agricultural practices. When it comes to electrolytes, Robb makes the case that they are the ultimate "energy drink." All of our energy production ultimately comes down to driving sodium-potassium pumps at the cellular level, and if we don't have enough of those minerals then energy production will be compromised. We talk about dosing electrolytes, how important they are for neurological (and overall) health, how our levels are impacted by different types of diets, and how they affect our ability to handle stress. We then move into a discussion on sugar and other sweeteners, the importance of "satiety" and what it means, and then hear about some of Robb's most recent work in the realm of sustainable agriculture. And if you'd like a gift of 8 free LMNT electrolyte packs (which I highly recommend), check out www.drinkLMNT.com/NeuFit.
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As a DPT and Certified MS Specialist, Dr. Gretchen Hawley has devoted her career to treating and supporting patients with Multiple Sclerosis and other neurological diseases and conditions. In this episode, we talk about the differences in treating orthopedic vs. neurological patients, how to approach (and utilize) the concept of neuroplasticity, establishing the right mindset and frameworks for effective long-term progress, and more!
To see Dr. Gretchen’s online programs and podcast, check out www.doctorgretchenhawley.com or search your favorite podcast platform for The MSing Link.
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In this episode of the undercurrent podcast, Aaron Alexander @alignpodcast and I talk about the two-way relationship between physiology and psychology, or how the mind affects the body and how movement of the body (or lack thereof) affects the mind. Aaron is a very experienced manual therapist and trainer across multiple movement disciplines, and he shares some simple movement and mindset tips to help us all more gracefully navigate daily life, plus he shares his unique perspective on how the Neubie complements his work, and more.
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I'm joined by Carl Mattiola, Co-Founder and CEO of Breakthrough Physical Therapy Marketing. Along with his partner, Chad Madden, PT, they have helped hundreds of clinics generate patients and grow their practices through applying sound marketing principles and techniques. In this episode, Carl shares some very important fundamentals of marketing and lead generation -- including some common mistakes made by practice owners -- and some of their best strategies that have moved the needle the most for the practices they work with. You'll learn about the value of direct response marketing, how to leverage the "market awareness stages" to communicate effectively, and some of the best ways to convert leads into patients once they're interested. Visit our WEBSITE www.neu.fit to learn more! Purchase THE NEUFIT METHOD BOOK on Amazon! https://amzn.to/3itezL6 Follow us on INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/neufitrfp/ Join our FACEBOOK page: https://www.facebook.com/neufitRFP Schedule a CALL with a NeuFit Specialist here: https://calendly.com/clayedgin/ex
In this episode of The Undercurrent Podcast, Saquon Barkley describes starting with the Neubie 4-5 months after his ACL surgery and how it immediately helped him activate his dormant VMO (one of the primary quad muscles). He goes on to share how he continued to use it during the rest of his rehab process, plus how he has made it a part of his routine for activating his muscles before practices and games and dealing with the little issues that come up during training camp and the NFL season.
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I'm joined today by 2018 Mr. Olympia Shawn Rhoden. A former soccer player looking to improve his game by getting stronger in the gym, Shawn found his true passion with bodybuilding and quickly rose through the ranks to win the most coveted title in bodybuilding - Mr. Olympia.
In this episode, Shawn describes the resilience and discipline required to be successful in bodybuilding and in life. He also talks about how his work with the Neubie has allowed him to improve his performance in the gym and reduce his pain at the same time.
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In this episode, Bert and I speak about the foundation of all athletic performance, efficient movement. We dive into some of the biggest keys of movement, including the ability to load the body unilaterally. Outside of Olympic weightlifting, powerlifting, and a couple of swimming strokes, almost every movement we care about in sports is asymmetrical or involves unilateral loading (including walking, running, throwing, hitting a ball, etc.). Yet many athletes do not adequately train for strength, speed, endurance, and coordination in these asymmetrical patterns. Looking through the lens of asymmetrical movement, we discuss the relevant hip, foot, and scapular mechanics and how to train them. Visit our WEBSITE www.neu.fit to learn more! Purchase THE NEUFIT METHOD BOOK on Amazon! https://amzn.to/3itezL6 Follow us on INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/neufitrfp/ Join our FACEBOOK page: https://www.facebook.com/neufitRFP Schedule a CALL with a NeuFit Specialist here: https://calendly.com/clayedgin/ex
I'm joined today by Biostrap's Chief Science Officer, Kevin Longoria, and the Director of Research here at NeuFit, Dr. Ramona von Leden, to talk about the results from our first published study. During our 6 week study, we used Biostrap's clinically validated biometric device to measure the effect of Neubie sessions on the autonomic nervous system of participants. Some of the metrics we tracked were heart rate variability (HRV) and resting heart rate (RHR), two major markers for overall nervous system health. Overall, those metrics improved as a side effect of "typical" sessions with the Neubie and without any direct stimulation of the parasympathetic nervous system (i.e., no vagus nerve stimulation, not using our "Master Reset" technique, etc.). We do a deep dive into what happened during the study and discuss some of the implications. For more information on these results, check out https://apnews.com/press-release/pr-newswire/lifestyle-technology-business-health-chronic-pain-3522d00dc5c3bb152dee0f0d25d1cc55 Visit our WEBSITE www.neu.fit to learn more! Purchase THE NEUFIT METHOD BOOK on Amazon! https://amzn.to/3itezL6 Follow us on INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/neufitrfp/ Join our FACEBOOK page: https://www.facebook.com/neufitRFP Schedule a CALL with a NeuFit Specialist here: https://calendly.com/clayedgin/ex
I'm joined today by my colleague at NeuFit, Clay Edgin. Clay has competed in over 80 strength competitions in 6 countries and coached powerlifting clients for nearly a decade. He discovered NeuFit as a client in preparation for the World Armlifting Championships, the world's premier grip strength competition, held annually in Russia. Listen in as Clay describes his experience using NeuFit for rehabilitation and what it's done for his own training, and why he believes it will enable him to compete in strength sports for many years to come.
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In this episode, we are visiting with Steve Capobianco, DC, the co-founder of RockTape. He shares his story of starting RockTape and the incredible education platform that they've built (certifying over 100,000 practitioners worldwide!). He also describes numerous concepts from pain science and the neuro-centric treatment methods that they teach in their curriculum. For our regular listeners, you will recognize a ton of overlap between their approach and ours and see that RockTape offers really valuable tools that complement our work at NeuFit.
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Dr. Carolyn McMakin is the founder and lead instructor of Frequency Specific Seminars, where she teaches clinicians to use particular frequencies of electrical currents to target specific tissues of the body and address specific conditions and states. It's profound -- and reproducible -- how these specific frequencies can have very precise actions on certain areas of the body. We've seen a lot of benefit combining her work with the Neubie, too, so we wanted to get Dr. McMakin on the show to share more information with all of us. In this episode, Dr. McMakin gives us a "tour around the body," describing many of the conditions that she's been able to treat with these methods and the profound outcomes that have been achieved. She also shares some of the studies and her proposed mechanisms of action at a cellular level. Visit our WEBSITE www.neu.fit to learn more! Purchase THE NEUFIT METHOD BOOK on Amazon! https://amzn.to/3itezL6 Follow us on INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/neufitrfp/ Join our FACEBOOK page: https://www.facebook.com/neufitRFP Schedule a CALL with a NeuFit Specialist here: https://calendly.com/clayedgin/ex
Today, I'm joined by my good friend Joe Distefano. In this episode, Joe talks about his experience recovering form a traumatic brain injury and how specific neurological treatments plus a shift in his mindset ended up making the biggest difference when his progress had stalled.
One of the themes you'll hear in this podcast is how Joe's brain injury served as an "indicator" for him. Because it was sensitive to changes in his environment, his condition showed him exactly when his lifestyle was helping or harming him. He was able to use these learning experiences to craft the interventions and tools he now shares with his business, Runga Life.
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I'm joined today by NeuFit's new Director of Research Dr. Ramona von Leden, PhD. Dr. von Leden is spearheading several projects with us here at NeuFit that we're very excited to share with you.
Inspired by her own mother's spinal cord injury, Ramona dove head first into the topic of neuroscience to better understand how to help her mother recover.
Enjoy!
I'm joined today by Dawn Nasta, a hypertrophy and rehabilitation specialist in the Phoenix area. Dawn's understanding of the nervous system has enabled her to not only get her clients out of pain faster than traditional therapies, but also enabled her to produce champion athletes in the extremely competitive arena of physique sports. She shares insights into how she's been able to help these athletes, including the incredible story of how she helped Ms. Fitness Olympia Whitney Jones avoid surgery and defend her title. Listen in as Dawn describes how mastering the nervous system can unlock potential for everybody from novices to professional athletes.
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I'm joined today by Brad Rowe, a professional bodybuilder and trainer to numerous professional athletes and celebrities. In this episode, Brad describes his experiences using the Neubie to help himself recover from various injuries (far ahead of schedule!) and optimize his own training. He then shares how he's used it to help some other incredible athletes. He talks about his work with Mike Tyson, who Brad trained daily for several months in preparation for Mike's comeback fight at age 54, as well as how he used the Neubie to help Dexter Jackson compete on the main Mr. Olympia stage at age 50. Plus, now that he's just retired from professional bodybuilding, Brad gives us a little glimpse into his next project.
I'm joined today by Samuel Buckner, PhD, a professor and researcher at the University of South Florida. In this episode, you will learn the fundamental elements of hypertrophy for strength and muscle growth, broken down to a cellular level.
Dr. Buckner is also conducting a no load / low load study on how the Neubie can induce hypertrophy. Tune in, learn, and share!
I'm joined today by Gary Ward of Anatomy in Motion for a deep dive into the biomechanics of movement. Gary has a wonderful model for describing biomechanics, and focuses a lot of his efforts on the feet. In this episode, we talk about why the feet are so important for efficient, pain-free movement and the many ways that working the feet can help with function, rehabilitation, and overall performance. He talks about the simple foot wedges he developed and how using them to work the feet can even help issues that are far away and seem very unrelated -- like shoulder pain or restrictions. Gary also shares some insights into the education curriculum he offers for rehab and fitness professionals, which I definitely recommend for anyone who's interested!
Inspired by Dave Asprey's new book on fasting, I recorded a few thoughts on the topic of "Doing Hard Things." Whether it's fasting, using the Neubie, doing breathing exercises, getting up early, taking a cold shower, or something else, doing hard things can build up our will power over time. Though it is a finite resource, this will power can give us the foundational strength necessary to do better in business, with our families, and in any other meaningful pursuit. It can enable us to power through difficult times, have the courage to engage in tough conversations, and learn to take responsibility when things go off course. Please let us know your favorite example of "doing hard things" and how it's helped you in your life!
Chason Hendryx, PT, DPT, is the founder and owner of Reverve Physical Therapy in Seattle, Washington. In this episode, he describes his years of experience focusing on manual therapy and how adding the Neubie has enabled him to "speak to" his patients' nervous systems in new ways that complement his other modalities and help make the results "stickier." He also gives us some insight into the range of patients he's seeing, sharing some interesting stories including how he's been able to help MS and pain patients as well as work he's done with athletes across the entire continuum of care -- from post-surgery rehab all the way through to some very interesting performance training.
Master Trainer and Rehab Specialist Jean-Paul Francouer of Little Rock, Arkansas knew from his extensive career that it often wasn't just the structural components, or hardware, of the body that were responsible for compensatory movement patterns and pain, but the nervous system, or software, that needed training.
As he shares in this episode of The Undercurrent Podcast, that belief led him to electrical stimulation therapies and specifically direct current. Once he integrated the Neubie into his practice, not only was he able to retain clients for longer by moving them from rehab into fitness training, but he grew so busy that he hired someone to take on his burgeoning client load.
When I met Andrew Bloch, ATC, PT, L.Ac., we immediately connected over our shared perspective on the importance of the nervous system. His philosophy on treating pain is very unique and interesting, and I am excited to share this episode with you. As he describes in the podcast, his treatment approach is based on wanting to help people feel better and get out of pain first, so that they can then have the energy to focus on getting well. This approach involves resetting the autonomic nervous system to reduce pain immediately. Typical practice is done in the opposite order, focusing first on the structure (i.e. what is tight/weak) and on fixing those things with the hope that it will help the person feel better at the end of the process. With chronic pain, however, it is often more neurological than structural, and a different approach may be needed. He also has an excellent perspective on how to describe pain to patients and use metaphors that resonate with people. Instead of starting with an intimidating diagnosis that may add to the stress of a patient already in pain, he offers tangible descriptions that can demystify pain and help get patients to buy in to their treatment plan. Interested in getting your own Neubie? Let's connect at http://www.calendly.com/clayedgin/30
On this week's episode of The NeuFit Undercurrent podcast, I'm joined by seasoned rehabilitation expert Ed Patterson. Ed works in our Austin headquarters and has had a deeply diverse range of experiences in the rehabilitation space.
As part of his practice, and performs mobile sessions for clients as well as in clinic sessions using the Neubie. Today we discuss some of the more interesting and challenging success stories he's been a part of as well as get an insight into how his work with the Neubie has enabled him to achieve those successes faster.
Krystina Miller, PT, DPT works with patients who have complex neurological diagnoses. After several years working in an inpatient setting, she opened her own practice in the Metro Detroit area and started using the Neubie shortly thereafter. Initially, she incorporated it as an adjunct to help her neuro patients with other pains and injuries, especially the ones who had shoulder problems from operating their manual wheelchairs. As she was helping them with their pain, she saw ways that she could use it to help with the actual neurological impairments as well. She shares stories of helping spinal cord injury patients restore sensation, improve autonomic function to help blood pressure and reduce swelling in the legs, and dramatically reduce spasticity to improve function. Ready to get your own Neubie? Let's connect at http://www.calendly.com/clayedgin/30
I'm joined today by Jameson Taillon, pitcher for the Pittsburgh Pirates. In this episode, Jamo recounts what led him to discover the Neubie and how it had a profound impact on his recovery, not to mention how he's been able to stay strong with minimal equipment and the Neubie while quarantining at home due to MLB facilities shutting down for Covid.
We're looking forward to seeing what Jameson does in the upcoming season!
"Quantified" Bob Troia has been in technology for 20+ years, including some early successes selling off his first business. For the past 7-8 years, he has turned his love of technology inwards, performing many self-experiments to measure how different interventions affect his sleep, blood sugar, mood, gut microbiome, cognitive performance, and overall health. Bob shares his perspective on how "individual results may vary," and dives into some of his most interesting findings so far. He also talks specifically about the Neubie and how he believes it has helped him accelerate the process of skill acquisition. To keep up with Bob and his latest experiments, check out www.quantifiedbob.com.
I'm joined today by Alex Charfen for another episode where we'll talk more about the business side of the clinic. Leveraging his experience growing and scaling multiple types of businesses, Alex now devotes his time to coaching entrepreneurs and sharing the lessons he's learned along the way. Among the gems in this episode, he talks about how practitioners have to emphasize their process and results, instead of just their own name and reputation, in order to scale. This can allow clinic owners to build teams and have a business that isn't 100 percent reliant on them as the main provider. Alex also goes on to share some of the unique experiences he's personally had with the Neubie, including accelerating by many months his recovery after bicep tendon reconstruction! For more information on Alex, check out www.momentumpodcast.com Want to get your own Neubie? Let's set up a time to chat at www.calendly.com/clayedgin/30
Watch him work for just five minutes and you'll never look at these rehabilitation experience the same. I'm joined today by one of most sought-after in house rehabilitation specialists here at NeuFit HQ, Steve Haldemann.
A trainer and strength and conditioning coach all of his life, Steve was a competitive bodybuilder when he suffered a bad motorcycle accident. Using the Neubie technology and his tenacious attitude in the gym, he was not only able to come back but win his next bodybuilding show. Listen as he describes how his passion for helping people who have been told they have no hope combines with the technology and techniques employed at NeuFit to create amazing outcomes for very challenging situations.
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In this episode, we dive into one of the most under-leveraged and over-used terms in business: your Core Values. How can you define what drives you and why does it matter? Is it enough to attract and motivate the right team? Listen in to learn more.
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In this episode of The NeuFit Undercurrent, I talk with Dr. Lauren Leiva, DPT of The Exerscience Center in Lutz, Florida about how she used her own resilience and mindset to not only heal herself, but also create a thriving integrative physical therapy practice to make massive changes to her patient's lives.
Lauren details her struggles with Crohn's and a pregnancy that left her hospitalized for 9 months that would have caused most people to throw in the towel and relegate themselves to a life of "less than." Not only was she able to get back to a baseline of health, she's been able to take her own progress past any other conceived limitations.
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In this episode of The NeuFit Undercurrent podcast, Garrett explains the importance of the role of the autonomic nervous system and how resilience plays a major factor into your nervous system health.
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On this episode of The NeuFit Undercurrent, Garrett expounds on a topic we get asked about a lot regarding how we use a neurological approach to rehabilitation and fitness. How are they different? How are they the same?
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Husband and wife team David Harris, MD and Michele Zink Harris, PT, own and operate CHARM Austin - a regenerative medicine facility among the first of its kind to incorporate physical therapy and regenerative medicine.
In this episode, Michele recounts some of the more amazing outcomes she's been able to have with this neurological approach to physical therapy and how it's made even more powerful by her husband's team of regenerative medicine specialists.
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Joe & Angie McGilvrey's physical therapy office Apex Physical Therapy in Fort Myers, Florida has quickly become one of the top performing offices for positive outcomes. They way they use the Neubie from early stage rehabilitation to elite athletic performance is a shining example of their creativity, passion, and holistic approach to wellness.
I'm joined today by Angie and Jason Wyns, who runs the sports performance side of the facility. Listen in as they describe how they set themselves apart from the competition by not only utilizing cutting edge technology but also "walking the walk" themselves.
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Joining me today is Jason Waz, PT a physical therapist in Tampa who used the Neubie to scale his business at a rate he never thought possible. Jason is also our Director of Physical Therapy and acts as a resource to potential Neubie customers on how to integrate and optimize the use of this technology for their business.
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In my first virtual podcast, I meet with Dr. David Woodward, DPT of Na'au Pono Physical Therapy in Honolulu, Hawaii.
I first met David at a biohacking conference years ago where, during a stunt you'll have to hear to believe, he and his wife both injured themselves. But if you're going to heal, adapt, and grow faster than you ever thought possible, what better place than in a room full of biohackers?
Listen in as David talks about how the Neubie moved the needle for him in his and his wife's own recovery, how he came to purchase a Neubie for his own practice, and the amazing outcomes he's received from it so far.
I'm joined today by Lance Winn. A lifelong athlete and veteran of the armed forces, Lance suffered a sudden and surprising paralysis after back surgery. Listen to how his indominable will kept him looking for the best technology and brightest minds to help him heal, adapt, and grow.
In addition to his personal story, Lance is also on the board of the Lone Star Paralysis Foundation. This wonderful organization sponsors leading-edge research and treatment for spinal cord injury, and Lance shares some insight into LSPF as well as how they have incorporated NeuFit into all of the advanced treatments that they do at their flagship clinic here in Austin, TX.
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In this very special episode, I share with you a presentation I gave at the Dr. Terry Wahls Virtual Summit on neuroplasticity. In it, I discuss many of the available rehabilitation modalities being used for neurological diseases like multiple sclerosis and share a compelling story about how one of our clients went from a wheelchair to being behind the wheel of her car again. Even dancing!
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Throughout our business, we are introduced to incredibly innovative, forward-thinking professionals on all places of the rehabilitation and fitness spectrum. My guest today on the NeuFit Underground podcast is Dom Pelosi, an elite trainer and bodywork specialist out of Gilbert, Arizona who has successfully incorporated the Neubie into his business for highest level of athlete in the southwestern states.
In this episode, Dom talks about how he was stuck in his career and considered a change, but after incorporating the Neubie into his business, he's been able to achieve success he never dreamed possible. Make sure you follow Dom @the_phyzeeksmith to follow his journey!
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I'm very excited to talk with Dr. Dave Heitmann, DC. Dave is a former rugby player, self proclaimed "strength geek" and our Medical Director here at NeuFit headquarters. In this episode, Dr. Dave explains how the Neubie is the perfect compliment for any chiropractor's office and how it leads to scalability and profitability quicker than anything else on the market.
Dr. Dave's approach to his practice has been to add just "a little bit of juice" to aid in the body's natural propensity to heal through an input-based approach to rehabilitation. It was that common thread that united us and we're so fortunate to have him on our team.
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This week, I sit down with Laura Davis, PT, DPT, as we discuss some of her favorite success stories when she took a neurological approach to rehabilitation for her patients.
Dr. Davis is a physical therapist in our Austin headquarters and also does telehealth appointments for patients who have the Neubie, our direct current stimulation device that we use to impart massive neuromuscular reeducation.
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I'm joined today by Amy Johnson, who suffered a spinal cord injury nearly 30 years ago. In this episode, we talk about how the NeuFit Method and the Neubie have helped her regain strength in her legs and get her walking for the first time!
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Thank you so much for joining me on this, the first episode of The NeuFit Undercurrent Podcast. In it, I'll give you some background information on how I became obsessed with healing the body through treating the nervous system and get a glimpse into some of the amazing things you'll see on the show. Let's do this!
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