The Elevated Performance Podcast: Recent Episodes
Ryan Cruz, Toni Oluwatofehinti, Chris Bui
The Elevated Performance Podcast was created to empower and educate our listeners.
Our goal is to provide resources on health, exercise, nutrition, rehabilitation, Physical Therapy, as well as business. We plan on achieving this by interviewing a variety of healthcare professionals from a wide array of disciplines.
Whether you’re a Physical Therapist, a student, medical student, health professional, athlete, or business owner, this podcast is for you.
On this episode of the Elevated Performance Podcast we talk Clinical Rotations and some tips on how to hit the ground running. Ryan and Toni provide some updates on their lives. We discuss the important things you should do to prepare for a student physical therapist clinical rotation, and what to expect. Toni talks about his experiences with different clinical instructors, and Ryan explains is approach towards preparing for his first clinical rotation. This is a great episode, listen up!!
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On this episode of the Elevated Performance Podcast we have a great interview with Dr. Ally Kass, PT, DPT. Toni had the pleasure of being her mentee while enrolled in the Level Up Initiative mentorship cohort. The level up initiative is a community of growth mindset focused health professionals with the mission to instill better soft skills, an atmosphere of improved communication, and how to push towards being the best healthcare providers we can be. Ally attended Ithaca College for both her undergraduate studies and her DPT degree. She is a Board-Certified Clinical Specialist In Orthopedics. Currently, she works for a small private practice in the Hudson Valley region of New York and splits her time between outpatient and ILF/ALF settings. Ally has served as a mentor in two cohorts of The Level Up Initiative and also assists in Marist College’s Physical Therapy Program. Besides being a PT nerd, she likes to cool and is an avid hiker, kayaker, and gardener. She really drops some gems that we know will help out our listeners!! Next Level up mentorship Cohort starts in June, check out the level up Initiative for more info! Listen today while you’re working out, driving, or really whenever you can.
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On this episode of the Elevated Performance Podcast we have a great interview with Move Strong Physical Therapy’s Owner Andrew Millett. Andrew started his own cash pay and out of network based Physical Therapy clinic in 2018. Part of his vision was to be able to work with athletes and get them physically prepared for full athletic performance after serious injuries that insurances often do not cover. We also talk about the crucial role being active in your community, and solid communication with patients plays in building your own business and being a kick ass Physical Therapist. Andrew is an informative and entertaining guest, this is a can’t miss episode!
Listen today while you’re working out, driving, or really whenever!
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Instagram: @movestrongphysicaltherapy YouTube: move strong physical therapy Website: movestrongphysicaltherapy.com Email: andrewmillettpt@gmail.com
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On this episode of the Elevated Performance Podcast we have a great interview with our cohost Christopher Bui. Chris has been away from the podcast for sometime now and explains reasons behind his absence. Christopher has taken his talents to Vietnam to join the Thang Long Warriors apart of the Vietnamese Basketball League (VBA). Chris discusses his reason behind the decision and what it takes to become a professional athlete. Anyone who wants to feel inspired this episode is for you.
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On this episode of the Elevated Performance Podcast we have a great interview with RTC. The National Physical Therapy Exam is fast approaching!! For those of you taking the NPTE in April 2021 this episode will give you so handy tips to help you show up on test day ready to go!! If you’re wondering what to expect with the format, or pacing of the exam, this episode is for you! For anyone taking the NPTE in the near or far future, a quick lesson on exam day preparedness is crucial!!!
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On this episode of the Elevated Performance Podcast, we interview ex-pro basketball player turned Personal Trainer Arthur Santana. Arthur has a unique story. He was born in Brazil but moved to Queens, NY at a young age. He played college basketball at Eastern Wyoming and then Texas A&M International where he won his conference championship ring. He then decided to play professionally in Brazil, but was sidelined with a hip labral tear. He talks about his rehab process, and how the misdiagnosis and mishandling of his injury sidelined his professional basketball career. We talk about the difficulties that athletes go through with injuries, how to mentally deal with the rehabilitation process, and how to find your new direction when things change. Now he’s a personal trainer in the Phoenix area. He is now working towards making positive changes with youth sports, and proper training of young middle-school/high-school basketball player.
Tune in! It’s a good one!
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Episode 17
On this episode of the Elevated Performance Podcast, your host talk about low back pain. We shed some light on our personal experiences with low back pain, and some of the issues we see within the medical field on approaches to treat low back pain. We don’t offer “5 exercises that will fix your low back pain”, but we do try to provide some education on common ineffective ways people tend to think about chronic low back pain. It’s a fun listen, and it’ll help educate you if you personally deal with episodes of low back pain or if you have friends and family members that do!!
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On this episode of the Elevated Performance Podcast we have a great interview with Marissa Schiwitz, SPT. We discuss work-life balance and maintains a healthy life style. She also discusses her passion for fitness and physical therapy. In this interview she tells us how her “get you steps in” mantra became a mini movement on social media!! Another Can’t miss interview!
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Instagram: @_issa_rissa_ Email: marissarae629@gmail.com
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On this episode on the elevated performance podcast, we discuss upper body exercises that you can do at home with minimal equipment. As things start to open up and Covid-19 restrictions lift, some us may not always be comfortable heading out to the gym. Here’s some info you all can use!
On this episode of the Elevated Performance Podcast we have a great interview with Yves Gege, PT/business owner. If you’re currently in PT school, a new grad, or anyone feeling burnt out with the profession and where your career is going this is the episode for you. In this interview he tells us how he transitioned from an insurance based practice to a now cash based practice where he can finally treat patients how he had always envisioned. Also we discuss his other business physicaltherapybiz.com where he helps physical therapist gain the confidence and courage to open their own cash based clinic straight out of PT school. I personally can say I’ve never felt so motivated to be my own boss and treat patient before in my life and not settle for a PT job when I graduate. This is definitely an episode for the books!
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Instagram: @ptbiz
Email: yves@made2movept.com
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On this episode of the Elevated Performance Podcast Ryan, Toni, and Chris discuss common gym/exercise myths or misconceptions. We talk about our own experiences and references a couple studies and information we’ve learned through PT school or from personal experience!
We also added in some references below (some primary, some secondary) for any extra info any of our Listeners wold like!!
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Reference: Static stretching versus dynamic stretching tinyurl.com/5epxnnks https://health.clevelandclinic.org/understanding-the-difference-between-dynamic-and-static-stretching/ Protein shakes https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24299050/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5214805/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23360586/ Staying active everyday https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/conditions-and-diseases/risks-of-physical-inactivity https://medlineplus.gov/healthrisksofaninactivelifestyle.html Cardio versus strength training- metabolism https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/cardio-vs-weights-for-weight-loss#TOC_TITLE_HDR_3 Posture https://www.jospt.org/doi/10.2519/jospt.2019.0610
On this episode of the Elevated Performance Podcast we have a great interview with Andrew Tran, PT, DPT. This was honestly one of our favorite interviews we have done! He is the creator of @physio_memes on Instagram, and host of the DebPT to Riches podcast! In this interview he tells us how he came up with the idea of physiomemes and how it has grown to the successful business it has become today. We also talk about his Social media marketing business focused on increasing clients/patients for Physical therapy clients utilizing the power of social media.
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Instagram: @physio_memes or @andrewtrandpt Email: andrew@physiomemes.com
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On this Episode of the Elevated Performance Podcast, the RTC boys explain the challenges, and decisions that got them into Physical Therapy school. It’s tough to get into PT school( 16% acceptance rate ouch), so we drop some tips & tricks on how to do it. Listen today while you’re working out, driving, or really whenever you can. 🎧
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On this episode of the elevated performance podcast we have Dr. Jane Mongkolvipakul, PT, DPT and Digital marketing guru. She discusses the challenges developing her digital marketing skill set while working full time on clinical rotations during her last months of PT School. Dr. Jane Mo drops some knowledge bombs 💣 on y’all on how to get in the digital marketing game and diversifying your skill sets/ income streams so that you can elevate your game ‼️ it’s a must listen episode. Listen today while you’re working out, driving, or really whenever you can. 🎧 Comment below and let us know what you thought of this episode! ******** You can contact Dr. Jane via: Instagram: @dr.janemo Email: janeeapmo29@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram @rtc.performance Liked this podcast? Please like, share, subscribe, and review!
Have you wondered why you’re not making the gains you want in the gym? Why you pick up minor injuries every couple of weeks?
On this episode of the elevated performance podcast, the RTC boys discuss the common exercise mistakes we’ve seen at the Gym. You would be surprised how adding an appropriate warmup routine, limiting distractions, or staying hydrated can greatly improve your workouts and limit the chances of getting injured.
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On this episode of The Elevated Performance Podcast, we have a fun and engaging conversation with Julian Burd!! Julian Burd is a 3rd year DPT student at Drexel who has been coaching as a Personal Trainer for 5 years and continues to run his personal training business while in PT school. He highlights the challenges and ways to be successful with shifting a personal training business to online/virtual training. Julian also drops some great tips for exercising, how to utilize strength & conditioning knowledge while treating as a physical therapist, and resistance training.
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Instagram: @jburdfitness Email: jburd728@gmail
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On this episode of the elevated performance podcast our co-host discuss what this new year is lookin like for them, as well as plans for the future. 2021 is the years for growth and prosperity!!! Follow us on Instagram @rtc.performance Liked this podcast? Please like, share, subscribe, and review!
On this episode of The Elevated Movement Performance, Trevor McKoy delivers with a great interview! In high-school, Trevor had dreams of playing in the NBA, after 3 ACL tears he decided to push to become a Medical Doctor. He talks about the struggles, handful of rejections, and grit that are all a part of his journey towards getting into medical school. “We stand on the principles of motivation, financial freedom, and medicine” That’s one of many inspirational quotes from Trevor during this interview about his 3 MD’s group, a group of 3 black medical students focused on increasing representation and access to information/resources. For all of you attempting to get into medical school or any health professional graduate program, this is a must listen. This episode will really inspire everyone out there! ******** You can find Trevor McKoy on Instagram: @trevmckoy @threemedicaldocs YouTube: 3 MD’s Facebook: Threemedicaldocs Follow us on Instagram @rtc.performance Liked this podcast? Please like, share, subscribe, and review!
Let’s get them gains!
Have you ever wondered how to exercise and train for muscular strength, hypertrophy, endurance, or Power? Do you know the difference between muscular strength, hypertrophy, endurance, and power?
On this episode of The Elevated movement Performance Podcast, RTC discuss exactly how to train for different goals. Ryan, Toni, and Chris share with you their individual approaches to training and common reasons why many people miss out on the goal they are aiming for.
You can find each of the hosts individually on Instagram
Ryan: @cartiercruz253
Toni: @yoboytoni
Chris: @13ui
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First episode of 2021 is a good one!
On this episode of The Elevated Performance Podcast we are joined by Steve Levins, PT, OCS, FAAOMPT. He is a wonderful Physical Therapist working in Baton Rogue, Louisiana and co-owner of Delta Physical Therapy. Steve discusses his atypical journey towards becoming a “physio” starting in Canada, launching his own PT clinic, and many of the topics within the Physical Therapy and Medical world he is passionate about. Steve is an avid CrossFit-er and educated us on some of the benefits of CrossFit personally and how it should be utilized within Physical Therapy.
If you’d like to reach out to Steve you can find him at... Instagram: @levinsphysio @deltaphysicaltherapybr Email: levinsphysio@gmail.com Website: https://deltabatonrouge.com
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On this weeks episode we of The Elevated Performance Podcast interview two student physical therapist Sarah and Gabby, third years from High Point and Slippery Rock DPT Programs who are not only full time graduate students but also two full time business owners. Sarah and Gabby founded their podcast @graditude_the_podcast in 2018 and from there have grown their brand ever since.
Despite being in school full time they have created several passive income streams to bring in revenue to help pay for PT school. On the logistical side, they have opened up their own business banking accounts to allocate funds to reinvest in their company. We all know that school is an expensive investment. Listening to Sarah and Gabby share their tale is empowering in being proactive to create revenue and pay off those student loans faster!
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On this weeks episode of the elevated performance podcast our hosts discuss the COVID-19 pandemic. The last couple of months have been tough for everyone, each of our host share their experiences with Covid-19 and how it has impacted their daily lives while at different stages of PT school. We also talk about the importance of staying in shape and ways to do that while gyms are closed.
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On this episode of The Elevated Performance Podcast we are joined by our very first guest Dr. John Longoria, Physical Therapist and Adjunct Faculty at University of St. Augustine- Austin, TX. John discusses his path from college baseball to becoming a Physical Therapist and his current job “flipping clinics” to improve patient outcomes with Innovative Therapy Concepts. John educates us on the pros and cons orthopedic physical therapy residency or fellowships and starting a side hustle. We also chat about his passions for his new non-profit organization, strength & conditioning, Muay Thai,Jujutsu, and his family.
Instagram: @johnlong40 @stimulus_athlete_solutions
Email: J.Longoriadpt@gmail.com
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On this episode we will meet all three of the elevated performance podcast co-host, discuss the goal of the podcast and explain how we all met one another.