Throwback Episode | Dr. Katie Dabrowski of Old Bull Athletics: Kettlebells, Low Back Pain, and the New Era of Physical Therapy

In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Katie Dabrowski, co-owner of Old Bull Athletics in Miami and creator of the popular continuing education course Training is Healthcare. Dr. Dabrowski is a leading voice in bridging the gap between rehab and performance, and she’s changing how clinicians and coaches use kettlebells to build strength, resilience, and confidence in their patients.

Katie shares the story behind Old Bull’s hybrid model that blends one-on-one physical therapy with performance coaching, creating a space where you can’t tell who’s there for rehab and who’s there for training. She explains how this approach helps both patients and providers thrive, reducing burnout and fostering collaboration across disciplines.

In this episode, we cover how kettlebells can be used to treat low back pain, how to assess and build hip hinge patterns safely from day one, and how to make rehab both engaging and effective. Katie breaks down the biomechanics behind common kettlebell mistakes, offers cueing strategies for exercises like the swing and Turkish get-up, and explains how PTs can use kettlebells to teach patients confidence through movement.

We also dive into Dr. Dabrowski’s passion for educating coaches and clinicians. From her sold-out Training is Healthcare course to her work developing a shared language between strength and rehab professionals. Her insights on programming, load progression, and communication provide a roadmap for any PT or coach looking to make a greater impact.

Whether you’re a sports physical therapist, strength coach, or simply interested in performance-based rehab, this episode offers a practical and inspiring look at how kettlebells can become one of the most versatile tools in your clinical arsenal.

Watch now to learn how Dr. Katie Dabrowski is redefining rehab with kettlebells, communication, and compassion.

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