Athletes Authority ON AIR

Athletes Authority ON AIR | Ep. 157 - Alan Murdoch - Where Speed Fits In The Rehab Space + What The Best Practitioners Know That The Average Don't

Aug 25, 2023

Alan Murdoch, known for his work in the rehab speed space with SpeedWorks, discusses key things to consider when working with ACLr athletes, biggest flaws in movement, what the best practitioners know, and getting the best outcomes for athletes. The podcast also covers important topics like incorporating speed and biomechanics in rehab, improving athlete performance through physical and mental strategies, restoring knee flexion and extension after ACL surgery, challenges in rehabilitating athletes, and plans for collaboration.

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Quick takeaways

Incorporating speed and biomechanics into rehab programs can lead to improved results and better performance outcomes for athletes.

Working with elite athletes challenges coaches to improve and adapt coaching methods accordingly.

Understanding an athlete's position within the quadrant system can guide training and performance improvement.

Deep dives

Importance of Movement and Speed in Rehab

The speaker emphasizes the significance of movement and speed in the rehab process. He shares his experience as a speed and rehab coach and highlights the difference between simply returning to activity versus coming back better. He explains how incorporating speed and biomechanics into rehab programs can lead to improved results and better performance outcomes for athletes.

Introduction

2min

Exploring End Stage Rehab and Biomechanics in Athlete Rehabilitation

4min

Improving Athlete Performance through Physical and Mental Strategies

15min

Restoring Knee Flexion and Extension After ACL Surgery

7min

Challenges and Considerations in Rehabilitating Athletes

22min

Casual Conversation, Appreciation for Athletes Authority, and Plans for Collaboration

2min

Today’s episode of Athletes Authority ON AIR is episode 158 with co-hosts Jordi Taylor and Brendan Hoyer.

Today’s guest is Alan Murdoch, best known for his work in the rehab speed space with SpeedWorks.

In this episode, Alan chats around where and how he found himself in the rehab/space, some of the key things he looks for when starting with a ACLr athlete, biggest flaws in movement, what the best practitioners know that the average don't, getting the best outcomes for your athletes plus a whole lot more.

This episode has plenty of incredible insights for coaches and allied health owners wanting to understand more around the rehab/ return to play in the speed space.

Enjoy, and let us know what you think!

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