The Why "It Depends" Podcast: Recent Episodes
The Why "It Depends" Podcast
This podcast is an exploration into the anatomical and physiological mechanisms and nuances behind different approaches in the fitness and therapy industries. We want to bridge the gap and open conversations between different schools of thought and practices within the rehabilitative and human performance sector. This is all in hopes to discover and educate ourselves and our listeners on the commonalities and differences within each approach.
In today's episode we have the absolute pleasure of welcoming Kyle Poland. Kyle started his education at the University of Waterloo where he completed an Honours Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology, specializing in rehabilitation sciences. His passion for helping the injured with exercise grew leading him to become a certified strength and conditioning specialist, working with the public as a strength coach. Kyle then wanted to further his education to get a better understanding of how to help others completing a Master's of Science in Biomechanics and Neurophysiology at the University of Guelph where his thesis focused on Central Sensitization, a neurological phenomenon of how pain can persist for so long. Kyle is currently teaching sciences and providing virtual training, empowering those with chronic pain to continue participating in exercise and their favourite activities despite lingering injuries. In today's show Kyle and I dive into the complexities of Pain anatomy and physiology, some of the many factors which can contribute to pain perception, central sensitization, referred and projected pain as well as clinical applications of these concepts. We hope you enjoy the show!
For the detailed show notes with everything we discussed in the episode including all the references and resources check out our website https://thewhyitdependspodcast.com/episode19
If you have any questions, comments, concerns or have a topic you would like me and Stefan to tackle you can find us on our Instagram and facebook pages @whyitdependspodcast, email us at whyitdepends@gmail.com you can also check out our website at https://thewhyitdependspodcast.com/ for all the show notes for each and every episode and our blog.
Today's episode is the very first of a series titled "Just Anatomy" where your Co-host Zachary Marchildon dives deep into the detailed anatomy of specific regions and systems of the body to provide an audible study tool for the student. Today's show looks at the musculoskeletal tissues in the Lumbo-Pelvic region.
We hope you enjoy the show!
For the detailed show notes with everything we discussed in the episode including all the references and resources check out our website https://thewhyitdependspodcast.com/episode18
If you have any questions, comments, concerns or have a topic you would like me and Stefan to tackle you can find us on our Instagram and facebook pages @whyitdependspodcast, email us at whyitdepends@gmail.com you can also check out our website at https://thewhyitdependspodcast.com/ for all the show notes for each and every episode and our blog.
Today's episode is the first of an anatomical series where Stefan and I take a look at specific regions in the body and discuss their structure, why we think it is structured in that way, how it may influence structures above and below as well as how it may facilitate physiological function. In this episode, we take a look at the Lumbo-Pelvic region, we hope you enjoy the show!
For the detailed show notes with everything we discussed in the episode including all the references and resources check out our website https://thewhyitdependspodcast.com/episode17
If you have any questions, comments, concerns or have a topic you would like me and Stefan to tackle you can find us on our Instagram and facebook pages @whyitdependspodcast, email us at whyitdepends@gmail.com you can also check out our website at https://thewhyitdependspodcast.com/ for all the show notes for each and every episode and our blog.
Our guest on todays show is Sam Jarman. Sam has obtained an undergraduate in Honors BA in Kinesiology from York University, a Master's in Osteopathic Manual Sciences from The Canadian Academy of Osteopathy and a MSc from the HSED (Health Science Education) program at McMaster University. Sam has worked as a Kinesiologist, an osteopathic manual practitioner as well as been an educator in Osteopathic manual practices. In todays episode we have the opportunity to dispute perspectives on what osteopathy is and is not, some of the constraints on osteopathic research and it purpose as well as Sam’s opinions on education based on scientific philosophy. This is a very fun episode you wont want to miss.
For the detailed show notes with everything we discussed in the episode including all the references and resources check out our website https://thewhyitdependspodcast.com/episode16
If you have any questions, comments, concerns or have a topic you would like me and Stefan to tackle you can find us on our Instagram and facebook pages @whyitdependspodcast, email us at whyitdepends@gmail.com you can also check out our website at https://thewhyitdependspodcast.com/ for all the show notes for each and every episode and our blog.
Today's episode is the first of a brand new series titled "Case Studies". Stefan and I dive into real and theoretical cases that have come up in our careers from an osteopathic and strength/conditioning perspective. We discuss terms and diagnosis commonly used in the therapeutic industry through the lens of collective mechanics, functional anatomy, physiological function and mechanisms of injury. We hope you enjoy the show!
For the detailed show notes with everything we discussed in the episode including all the references and resources check out our website https://thewhyitdependspodcast.com/episode15
If you have any questions, comments, concerns or have a topic you would like me and Stefan to tackle you can find us on our Instagram and facebook pages @whyitdependspodcast, email us at whyitdepends@gmail.com you can also check out our website at https://thewhyitdependspodcast.com/ for all the show notes for each and every episode and our blog.
On todays show we welcome guest, Adam Wolf. Adam’s professional credentials include Licensure in Physical Therapy (IL), Massage Therapy (IL) and Fellow of Applied Functional Science (Gray Institute)(’09). Some of his certifications include Enhance Running Technician, Functional Range Conditioning (FRC), Dry Needling Certified, Neurokinetic Therapy level 3(NKT), Functional-Neuro-Orthopedic Rehab (FNOR) provider, and he has his certificate of competency in vestibular rehabilitation. As a Physical Therapist of over 16 years in Chicago, he is the owner of REAL Physical Therapy and founder of The Movement Guild. In today's episode, Adam dives into his experience cultivating his approach to the human body by way of learning from so many others. We discuss a host of topics including pain, posture, applied neurology, and methodologies to assessment and treatment. We talk about brain reflexes, central nervous system wind up, treating different populations and much more. We hope you enjoy the show!
For the detailed show notes with everything we discussed in the episode including all the references and resources check out our website https://thewhyitdependspodcast.com/episode14
If you have any questions, comments, concerns or have a topic you would like me and Stefan to tackle you can find us on our Instagram and facebook pages @whyitdependspodcast, email us at whyitdepends@gmail.com you can also check out our website at https://thewhyitdependspodcast.com/ for all the show notes for each and every episode and our blog.
In today's episode, Stefan and I discuss the beauty and complexity of rhythms within the human body, why they may exist, and their absolute importance for health and performance. We dive into the circadian rhythm, neural rhythms, circulatory rhythms, rhythms in movement and gait, cortically driven vs sub-cortically driven movements, as well as the importance of maintaining rhythm in your approaches to assessment and treatment whether you are a manual practitioner or a strength and conditioning coach attempting to improve your patents or athletes rhythm in movement. We hope you enjoy the show!
For the detailed show notes with everything we discussed in the episode including all the references and resources check out our website https://thewhyitdependspodcast.com/episode13
If you have any questions, comments, concerns or have a topic you would like me and Stefan to tackle you can find us on our Instagram and facebook pages @whyitdependspodcast, email us at whyitdepends@gmail.com you can also check out our website at https://thewhyitdependspodcast.com/ for all the show notes for each and every episode and our blog
Our guest on todays show is Janelle Van Leeuwen. Janelle is a graduate of the University of Waterloo where she obtained an undergraduate in Honours Kinesiology with a Minor in Nutrition. At the University, Janelle worked as both a Strength and Conditioning coach for the Women's Varsity Hockey team as well as Personal Trainer for the general population. Janelle was not only involved in exercise prescription but also gave advice on nutrition and supplementation for her clients. This lead her to study at the Canadian Collage of Naturopathic Medicine (CCNM), where she is currently in her 3rd year. In todays show, Janelle takes us through her passion of women’s wellness, focusing on hormone imbalances and PMS. We discuss the menstrual cycle, optimizing exercise and treatment around the cycle as well as birth control and the many other alternatives. We hope you enjoy the show.
For the detailed show notes with everything we discussed in the episode including all the references and resources check out our website https://thewhyitdependspodcast.com/episode12
If you have any questions, comments, concerns or have a topic you would like me and Stefan to tackle you can find us on our Instagram and facebook pages @whyitdependspodcast, email us at whyitdepends@gmail.com you can also check out our website at https://thewhyitdependspodcast.com/ for all the show notes for each and every episode and our blog
In todays episode we have the pleasure of welcoming Chiropractic Doctor Nathan Boon. Nathan is a former graduate of the University of Waterloo where he achieved his Bachelor's degree in Honours Kinesiology. After graduating, Nathan continued his education at the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College where he obtained a degree in Chiropractic Medicine. He is currently a Strength and conditioning coach at the Baseball Development Group in Scarborough Ontario and continuing his education further this coming fall where he will be starting a Masters of Biomechanics at the University of Calgary and entering the Residency program at the College of Chiropractic Sports Sciences. In todays show, Nathan takes us through a deep dive into what Chiropractic Medicine is, how it has evolved over the years, and approaches to assessment and patient care. We discuss the benefits of a generalist approach, motor verses sensory intentions in adaption, the complexities of pain, and the undeniable principle of motion in health. We hope you enjoy the show!
For the detailed show notes with everything we discussed in the episode including all the references and resources check out our website https://thewhyitdependspodcast.com/episode11
If you have any questions, comments, concerns or have a topic you would like me and Stefan to tackle you can find us on our Instagram and facebook pages @whyitdependspodcast, email us at whyitdepends@gmail.com you can also check out our website at https://thewhyitdependspodcast.com/ for all the show notes for each and every episode and our blog
In todays episode, Stefan and Zack discuss the intricacies of conceptualizing tissue movement. They touch on some of the history and evolution of the descriptive language of movement, the powers of past understanding and some of the problems with todays reductionist approaches as well as how postural models may be beneficial for building understanding but also inherently have limitations. We hope you enjoy the show.
For the detailed show notes with everything we discussed in the episode including all the references and resources check out our website https://thewhyitdependspodcast.com/episode10
If you have any questions, comments, concerns or have a topic you would like me and Stefan to tackle you can find us on our Instagram and facebook pages @whyitdependspodcast, email us at whyitdepends@gmail.com you can also check out our website at https://thewhyitdependspodcast.com/ for all the show notes for each and every episode and our blog
Our Guest on today’s show is Tommy Gingras. Tommy is a certified strength and conditioning specialist with an undergraduate in Kinesiology from the university of waterloo and a master’s degree in Coaching with a sports conditioning focus from the University of Alberta. During his education, Tommy has also been a strength and conditioning coach at the Universities of waterloo, McMaster, and Alberta where he has trained a variety of high-level athletes ranging from basketball to volleyball and his speciality in track and filed. Within the realm of track and field Tommy has not only been a varsity level athlete himself but has had the opportunity to work in various roles of skills coaching, strength, and conditioning as well as Team coaching giving him a wide perspective on the skills required of being an effective coach. In today’s episode, Tommy dives into those skills that he believes are most influential. We discuss the methodology he uses to prioritize athlete development, how that methodology can be applied to all categories of coaching and treatment as well as some of the nitty gritty biomechanics he looks for in his track and field athletes. We hope you enjoy the show.
For the detailed show notes with everything we discussed in the episode including all the references and resources check out our website https://thewhyitdependspodcast.com/episode9
If you have any questions, comments, concerns or have a topic you would like me and Stefan to tackle you can find us on our Instagram and facebook pages @whyitdependspodcast, email us at whyitdepends@gmail.com you can also check out our website at https://thewhyitdependspodcast.com/ for all the show notes for each and every episode and our blog
Our guest on today’s show is Yves Gege. Yves attended the College of Charleston, the Medical University of South Carolina and has been a practicing Physical therapist for over 15 years. His entire career and his company made2movept is built upon educating his patients, getting to the root cause of physical injury and helping individuals become completely free of their physical limitations. In today's episode, Yves takes us through his philosophy and approach to assessment and treatment that prioritizes good communication and building what he calls a therapeutic alliance to get optimal buy in from his patients. We dive into how to navigate objective and subjective measures, how to build good relationships with your clients and the psychological and lifestyle aspects of recovery. We hope you enjoy the show.
For the detailed show notes with everything we discussed in the episode including all the references and resources check out our website https://thewhyitdependspodcast.com/episode8
If you have any questions, comments, concerns or have a topic you would like me and Stefan to tackle you can find us on our Instagram and facebook pages @whyitdependspodcast, email us at whyitdepends@gmail.com you can also check out our website at https://thewhyitdependspodcast.com/ for all the show notes for each and every episode and our blog
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On todays episode we have the pleasure of introducing Jesse Collins, founder of Collins Athletic Performance. We take a dive into Jesse’s history that led him to where he is today- discussing his injuries, surgeries, and inspiration to create a company that is focused on the development of the individual. We learn about his considerations for achieving tailored success in the athletes he works with through programming and why the ideas of a one size fits all mentality will always fall short when it comes to training for performance and injury prevention.
For the detailed show notes with everything we discussed in the episode including all the references and resources check out our website https://thewhyitdependspodcast.com/episode7
If you have any questions, comments, concerns or have a topic you would like me and Stefan to tackle you can find us on our Instagram and facebook pages @whyitdependspodcast, email us at whyitdepends@gmail.com you can also check out our website at https://thewhyitdependspodcast.com/ for all the show notes for each and every episode and our blog
Today's episode is a special one, as it is our very first guest episode. Dmitro Jovynruk is an Osteopathic Manual Practitioner and a Wilfred Laurier University Graduate of Psychology and Biology. He is an absolute wiz when it comes to anatomy and physiology and their interconnections. In today's show Dmitro takes us through how different mechanical influences can affect digestions including anatomical relations of the musculoskeletal system, neurovascular relationships, viscero-somatic and somato-visceral reflexes and a host of others that truly display his philosophy on how to approach the human body holistically and globally from structure to function in assessment and treatment.
For the detailed show notes with everything we discussed in the episode including all the references and resources check out our website https://thewhyitdependspodcast.com/episode6
If you have any questions, comments, concerns or have a topic you would like me and Stefan to tackle you can find us on our Instagram and facebook pages @whyitdependspodcast, email us at whyitdepends@gmail.com you can also check out our website at https://thewhyitdependspodcast.com/ for all the show notes for each and every episode and our blog
In the third episode of a three part series on Breathing, Stefan and and I dive into practical takeaways based off the previous two episodes on the anatomy and physiology of breathing. We discuss our own experiences with the breathing practices we use and the impact that they have had in our lives as-well as how you can use various breathing techniques to leverage different aspects of health and performance for yourself and for your clients.
For the detailed show notes with everything we discussed in the episode including all the references and resources check out our website https://thewhyitdependspodcast.com/episode5
If you have any questions, comments, concerns or have a topic you would like me and Stefan to tackle you can find us on our Instagram and facebook pages @whyitdependspodcast, email us at whyitdepends@gmail.com you can also check out our website at https://thewhyitdependspodcast.com/ for all the show notes for each and every episode and our blog
In the second episode of a three part series on breathing, Zack and Stefan dive into how breathing affects your physiology. They discuss how breathing can affect states of stress, how we can use it to improve athletic performance and recovery, as well as the concept of over-breathing and how that can negatively impact your health.
For the detailed show notes with everything we discussed in the episode including all the references and resources check out our website https://thewhyitdependspodcast.com/episode4
If you have any questions, comments, concerns or have a topic you would like me and Stefan to tackle you can find us on our Instagram and facebook pages @whyitdependspodcast, email us at whyitdepends@gmail.com you can also check out our website at https://thewhyitdependspodcast.com/ for all the show notes for each and every episode and our blog
In this episode, which is the first of a three part series on breathing, Zack and Stefan discuss the anatomical and structural aspects of breathing. They talk about rib and spinal mechanics, muscular and fascial relations and breathing compensations. They also dive into how breathing mechanics affects the function of other structures like the heart, intestines, autonomic nervous system and a host of others which truly display the bodies complex structural integration.
For the detailed show notes with everything we discussed in the episode including all the references and resources check out our website https://thewhyitdependspodcast.com/episode3
If you have any questions, comments, concerns or have a topic you would like me and Stefan to tackle you can find us on our Instagram and facebook pages @whyitdependspodcast, email us at whyitdepends@gmail.com you can also check out our website at https://thewhyitdependspodcast.com/ for all the show notes for each and every episode and our blog
In the second episode of a 2 part series, Zack and Stefan look at the importance of mobility from a practical perspective. They discuss their own approaches to improving and maintaining mobility including CARS, eye movements and foot positioning, as well as a host of other practical tips for individuals wanting to improve their mobility or that of their clients.
For the detailed show notes with everything we discussed in the episode including all the references and resources check out our website https://thewhyitdependspodcast.com/episode2
If you have any questions, comments, concerns or have a topic you would like me and Stefan to tackle you can find us on our Instagram and facebook pages @whyitdependspodcast, email us at whyitdepends@gmail.com you can also check out our website at https://thewhyitdependspodcast.com/ for all the show notes for each and every episode and our blog.
In the first episode of a 2 part series, Stefan and Zack take a deep dive into the importance of mobility from both a physiological and mechanical perspective. They discuss fluid pumps and mechanics, the mobility/stability relationship, CNS coordination and integration and a host of other mechanisms which truly display the complexity and importance of mobility for optimizing health.
For the detailed show notes with everything we discussed in the episode including all the references and resources check out our website https://thewhyitdependspodcast.com/episode1
If you have any questions, comments, concerns or have a topic you would like me and Stefan to tackle you can find us on our Instagram and facebook pages @whyitdependspodcast, email us at whyitdepends@gmail.com you can also check out our website at https://thewhyitdependspodcast.com/ for all the show notes for each and every episode and our blog.