D&D Fitness Radio Podcast

In Episode 044 of the D&D Fitness Radio podcast, Don and Derek spend an hour speaking with legendary Strength and Conditioning Coach, Al Vermeil. Even though Coach Vermeil has had the pleasure of earning Championships with the likes of Michael Jordan and Joe Montana, he himself is considered a legend in the industries of sport performance, strength training and fitness. Our conversation covers all topics around athlete evaluation, strength development, speed and power training and general issues around health and fitness. The great thing about a conversation with Coach Vermeil is that he pulls no punches and gives his true thoughts about a subject. This interview is no different.Al Vermeil is President of Vermeil Sports and Fitness, Inc. VSF trained players of the World Champion Chicago Bulls, as well as select athletes. VSF has also consulted with the US Army Rangers Fort Benning Ga., Boston College, Mike Boyle Strength & Conditioning, Benneton Basketball of Italy, San Francisco Giants, University of Alabama, University of Iowa Basketball, University of Miami (FL) Basketball, Stanford University Sports Medicine, Texas A & M Football, University of Kansas Basketball, Kansas State University, Los Angeles Lakers, Atlanta Falcons, Denver Broncos, Kansas City Chiefs, New York Giants, Philadelphia Eagles, St. Louis Rams, Chicago White Sox, The Academy of Golf at Lakeway, Nicklaus Academy of Golf, Golf Digest School, teaching golf professionals Chuck Cook, John Elliott, Mike Malaska, and Mark Woods who are both recognized in that select group of top 100 teaching pros as chosen by both Golf Digest and Golf magazine.Coach Vermeil was an outstanding collegiate football player at Utah State University. In l969, when college football celebrated it’s first l00 years, Al was selected to Utah State’s All Time Team. Mr.Vermeil also established himself as a very successful high school football coach before joining the San Francisco 49’ers in l979 as the strength and conditioning coach. His programs made major contributions to the team’s winning of the l982 Super Bowl Championship.Al Vermeil is the only strength coach to have World Championship rings from both the NFL and the NBA. He is also the only strength coach who has been in the NFL, NBA and Major League Baseball. Al was honored by being one of the initial inductees to the Strength Coaches Hall of Fame in June 2003. His knowledge and implementation of new techniques and training methods have made Vermeil’s programs highly visible and respected throughout the sports world. He has developed successful training programs in a wide variety of sports including football, basketball, baseball and golf.For more information on Coach Al Vermeil, you can follow him via the links below:Twitter: https://twitter.com/AlVermeilThe D&D Fitness Radio podcast is available at the following locations for downloadable audio, including: iTunes – https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/d-d-fitness-radio-podcast/id1331724217https://www.iheart.com/podcast/dd-fitness-radio-28797988/Spreaker.com – https://www.spreaker.com/show/d-and-d-fitness-radios-showYou can reach both Don and Derek at the following locations: Don Saladino: http://www.DonSaladino.com Twitter and Instagram - @DonSaladino YouTube - http://www.youtube.com/donsaladino Derek M. Hansen: http://www.SprintCoach.com Twitter and Instagram - @DerekMHansen YouTube - http://youtube.com/derekmhansen

In Episode 043 of the D&D Fitness Radio podcast, we speak with veteran physical therapist Robert Panariello, who also worked extensively as a Strength and Conditioning coach for a good number of years. Because injuries are a part of life for anyone who is active, we discuss the key issues around both minimizing the occurrence of injury, but also developing a strategy around treating injuries effectively. Rob identifies scenarios where injuries can occur and outlines the process followed to ensure successful outcomes. Individuals must also do their homework when searching for a rehabilitation professional to assist them with their recovery from injury. A plan must be developed that progressively takes the patient from injury and inactivity to greater function and more intense levels of activity regardless if they are a professional athlete, regular adult or young athlete. Robert Panariello is a Founding Partner of both Professional Physical Therapy and the Professional Athletic Performance Center. He has Bachelor Degrees in Physical Therapy and Physical Education/Athletic Training from Ithaca College in Ithaca, NY. He also holds a Master’s Degree in Exercise Physiology from Queens College in Queens, NY. Rob has more than 30 years of experience in the related fields of Sports Physical Therapy, Athletic Training, and the Performance Training of Athletes. His experience includes the study of the Science of Strength and Conditioning of Weightlifters and various sport athletes in Bulgaria, the former Soviet Union, and former East Germany. He previously held the positions of Head Strength & Conditioning Coach at St. John’s University of New York (1986-1995), the World League of American Football NY/NJ Knights (1991), and the WUSA NY POWER Women’s Professional Soccer League (2001-2002). He continues to rehabilitate, athletic performance train, as well as serve as a consultant to many NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL, Collegiate and University teams, coaches, and players.More information on Robert Panariello and Professional PT can be found via the links below:Website: https://www.professionalpt.com/Website: https://www.papcstrong.com/The D&D Fitness Radio podcast is available at the following locations for downloadable audio, including: iTunes – https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/d-d-fitness-radio-podcast/id1331724217https://www.iheart.com/podcast/dd-fitness-radio-28797988/Spreaker.com – https://www.spreaker.com/show/d-and-d-fitness-radios-showYou can reach both Don and Derek at the following locations: Don Saladino: http://www.DonSaladino.com Twitter and Instagram - @DonSaladino YouTube - http://www.youtube.com/donsaladino Derek M. Hansen: http://www.SprintCoach.com Twitter and Instagram - @DerekMHansen YouTube - http://youtube.com/derekmhansen

In Episode 042 of the D&D Fitness Radio podcast, we spend time with veteran Strength and Conditioning Coach, Mike Boyle, after first discussing the challenges and pressures of being anointed as a fitness and exercise expert on social media. Coach Boyle provides his perspective on how quickly things have changed but, more importantly, how we have to adapt to change in an exceptionally dynamic world. We discuss the changes in fitness and performance industries, but also the important differences in how we communicate and connect with the younger generation in these various fields. Marketing and advertising in business has changed dramatically, and those who are interested in developing their brand and marketing their services must stay ahead of the curve. Knowing your audience is critically important and having a strategy around developing a relationship with a younger audience must be part of your approach. Michael Boyle is one of the foremost experts in the fields of Strength and Conditioning, Functional Training and general fitness. He currently spends his time lecturing, teaching, training and writing. In 1996 Michael co founded Mike Boyle Strength and Conditioning, one of the first for-profit strength and conditioning companies in the world. Mike Boyle Strength and Conditioning exists for one reason: to provide performance enhancement training for athletes of all levels. Athletes trained range from junior high school students to All Stars in almost every major professional sport.Prior to Co- founding Mike Boyle Strength and Conditioning, Michael served as the Head Strength and Conditioning Coach at Boston University for 15 years, also for the past 25 years he been the Strength and Conditioning Coach for Men's Ice Hockey at Boston University. Mike also was the Boston Red Sox strength and conditioning coach in 2013 that won the World Series. In addition to his duties at Boston University and the Red Sox, from 1991-1999 Boyle served as the Strength and Conditioning Coach for the Boston Bruins of the National Hockey League. Michael was also the Strength and Conditioning Coach for the 1998 US Women's Olympic Ice Hockey Team, Gold Medalists in Nagano and 2014 Silver medalists in Sochi, and served as a consultant in the development of the USA Hockey National Team Development Program in Ann Arbor, Michigan.For more information on Mike Boyle, you can follow him via the links below:Website: http://www.bodybyboyle.comWebsite: http://www.strengthcoach.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/michael_boyle1959Twitter: https://twitter.com/mboyle1959The D&D Fitness Radio podcast is available at the following locations for downloadable audio, including: iTunes – https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/d-d-fitness-radio-podcast/id1331724217https://www.iheart.com/podcast/dd-fitness-radio-28797988/Spreaker.com – https://www.spreaker.com/show/d-and-d-fitness-radios-showYou can reach both Don and Derek at the following locations: Don Saladino: http://www.DonSaladino.com Twitter and Instagram - @DonSaladino YouTube - http://www.youtube.com/donsaladino Derek M. Hansen: http://www.SprintCoach.com Twitter and Instagram - @DerekMHansen YouTube - http://youtube.com/derekmhansen

In Episode 041 of the D&D Fitness Radio podcast, we sit down with Dr. Charlie Weingroff and discuss his work as a physical therapist and sport performance consultant. Charlie describes himself as a problem solver that engages in a detailed gap analysis process for professional teams and athletes, as well as national sports organizations. He walks us through the process of identifying needs for his clients, and then presenting solutions. In many cases, organizations will defy the recommendations and continue to do what they do. But through his professional approach to performance and health, Charlie persists and ultimately finds the right solution for the right situation that fits with the organization and individuals he is trying to help. There are no easy roads to success.Charlie is a Doctor of Physical Therapy, a Certified Athletic Trainer, and a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist. He is currently a Physical Therapist and Strength & Conditioning Coach at Drive 495 in Manhattan, NY and Fit For Life in Marlboro, NJ. He also is a member of the Nike Executive Performance Council and serves as the Physical Performance Lead and Head Strength & Conditioning Coach for the Canadian Men’s National Basketball Team. He previously has served as the Director of Physical Performance and Resiliency and Lead Physical Therapist for the United States Marines Corps Special Operations Command in Camp Lejeune, NC. He graduated from Ursinus College with a degree in Exercise and Sports Science in 1996, and went on to earn an MSPT in 1999 and DPT in 2010 from the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey.For more information on Dr. Charlie Weingroff, you can follow him via the links below:Website: https://charlieweingroff.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chweingroff/Twitter: https://twitter.com/CWagon75The D&D Fitness Radio podcast is available at the following locations for downloadable audio, including: iTunes – https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/d-d-fitness-radio-podcast/id1331724217https://www.iheart.com/podcast/dd-fitness-radio-28797988/Spreaker.com – https://www.spreaker.com/show/d-and-d-fitness-radios-showYou can reach both Don and Derek at the following locations: Don Saladino: http://www.DonSaladino.com Twitter and Instagram - @DonSaladino YouTube - http://www.youtube.com/donsaladino Derek M. Hansen: http://www.SprintCoach.com Twitter and Instagram - @DerekMHansen YouTube - http://youtube.com/derekmhansen

In Episode 040, we have the pleasure of speaking once again with Dr. Gabrielle Lyon on the topic of health, fitness and nutrition as it relates to pregnancy. Dr. Lyon, we are proud to announce, is pregnant with her first child and willing to share her experiences with Don and Derek. We discuss the changes that an expectant mother goes through and the modifications to diet, exercise and general day-to-day activities that may be required. As is the case with many scenarios, a pregnant woman’s journey can be very individual with a sample size of “1”. Dr. Gabrielle gives us more insight into her personal journey, as well as highlighting some more general issues to look out for as part of the process of seeing a pregnancy through to healthy delivery.Dr. Gabrielle Lyon is a fellowship-trained nutrition and cognition physician who specializes in muscle-centric medicine. As co-leader of The Ash Center for Comprehensive Medicine in Manhattan, she utilizes a truly integrated background to restore and invigorate this organ of longevity. Her deeply personalized approach emphasizes the health of muscle itself. To this end, Dr. Lyon leverages cutting-edge science to precisely fine-tune metabolism, balance hormones, and transform body composition. Through advanced nutritional interventions, metabolic and genetic testing, and behavioral action plans, she leaves no stone unturned. And by establishing a strong partnership with each patient, the success achieved is long lasting. Trained as a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine who is board certified in family practice, she also completed two years of study in psychiatry at the University of Louisville. Her formal education culminated in nutritional science and geriatrics research at Washington University in St. Louis.Dr. Lyon currently directs her attention to the interface between brain health and body composition optimization. She is uniquely situated to finally bridge the gap between the research and patient care arenas, for she possesses the necessary vision to translate the latest information available into life-altering results for her patients.You can find more information about Dr. Lyon at the following locations:http://www.ashcenter.com/https://www.drgabriellelyon.com/And on social media at:https://www.instagram.com/drgabriellelyon/https://www.facebook.com/doctorgabriellelyon/The D&D Fitness Radio podcast is available at the following locations for downloadable audio, including: iTunes – https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/d-d-fitness-radio-podcast/id1331724217https://www.iheart.com/podcast/dd-fitness-radio-28797988/Spreaker.com – https://www.spreaker.com/show/d-and-d-fitness-radios-showYou can reach both Don and Derek at the following locations: Don Saladino: http://www.DonSaladino.com Twitter and Instagram - @DonSaladino YouTube - http://www.youtube.com/donsaladino Derek M. Hansen: http://www.SprintCoach.com Twitter and Instagram - @DerekMHansen YouTube - http://youtube.com/derekmhansen

In Episode 039 of the D&D Fitness Radio Podcast, we talk in depth with former Major League Baseball star, Aubrey Huff. Aubrey had an amazing career that spanned over multiple teams. He has also enjoyed the experience of winning the World Series on multiple occasions. We talk about Aubrey’s career, and the key moments that have stuck with him over time. We also discuss life after baseball and how he has coped with staying busy, staying in shape and keeping both his body and mind healthy during the ageing process. Aubrey has also been contributing to a popular blog on his website called “Off the Cuff,” where he tackles topics and issues near and dear to his heart. He tells us how he is a self-described ‘loose cannon’ but always tries to find a way to have fun with it.Aubrey Lewis Huff III is a former Major League Baseball player. A veteran of 13 seasons, Huff played for the Tampa Bay Rays, Houston Astros, Baltimore Orioles, Detroit Tigers, and finished off his career having won two World Series Championships with the San Francisco Giants in 2010 and 2012. Huff retired in 2012 with a career average of .278 with 242 home runs, and 904 RBIs. For more information on Aubrey Huff, you can follow him via the links below:Website: https://aubreyhuff.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/huffdaddy76/Twitter: https://twitter.com/aubreyhuff19Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aubrey.huff.54The D&D Fitness Radio podcast is available at the following locations for downloadable audio, including: iTunes – https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/d-d-fitness-radio-podcast/id1331724217https://www.iheart.com/podcast/dd-fitness-radio-28797988/Spreaker.com – https://www.spreaker.com/show/d-and-d-fitness-radios-showYou can reach both Don and Derek at the following locations: Don Saladino: http://www.DonSaladino.com Twitter and Instagram - @DonSaladino YouTube - http://www.youtube.com/donsaladino Derek M. Hansen: http://www.SprintCoach.com Twitter and Instagram - @DerekMHansen YouTube - http://youtube.com/derekmhansen

Pat Davidson, Ph.D, is an exercise physiologist, strength and conditioning coach, author, consultant, and traveling lecturer. Pat started out in the fitness world as an athlete who was looking to find any training and nutrition tool possible to make him the best he could possibly be at sports. This passion for training knowledge ultimately led Pat to pursuing a Master’s in Science in Strength and Conditioning, and a Ph.D in Exercise Physiology. Pat has worked as a Professor of Exercise Science at Springfield College and Brooklyn College, along with being the Director of Continuing Education and Training Methodology at Peak Performance in NYC.In Episode 038, we discuss Pat’s involvement in a group fitness project in New York City that he has been planning for many years. His use of air-based resistance via Kaiser resistance training equipment provides some unique opportunities for improving strength, monitoring progress and minimizing joint soreness after vigorous exercise. Pat provides details on the training methodology as well as the business model behind his new approach.For more information on Dr. Pat Davidson, you can follow him via the links below:Website: https://drpatdavidson.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.patdavidson/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pat.davidson.794The D&D Fitness Radio podcast is available at the following locations for downloadable audio, including: iTunes – https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/d-d-fitness-radio-podcast/id1331724217https://www.iheart.com/podcast/dd-fitness-radio-28797988/Spreaker.com – https://www.spreaker.com/show/d-and-d-fitness-radios-showYou can reach both Don and Derek at the following locations: Don Saladino: http://www.DonSaladino.com Twitter and Instagram - @DonSaladino YouTube - http://www.youtube.com/donsaladino Derek M. Hansen: http://www.SprintCoach.com Twitter and Instagram - @DerekMHansen YouTube - http://youtube.com/derekmhansen

In Episode 037 of the D&D Fitness Radio Podcast, we discuss the first year of running a podcast and what we have to look forward to in 2019. As part of our 2018 Year in Review, we have included some excerpts from a number of our memorable interviews including time with Liev Schreiber, Blake Lively, Lyle McDonald, Wally Szczerbiak, Layne Norton, John Callery, Drew Powell and Jeremy Jauncey. We hope you have enjoyed the D&D Fitness Radio podcast this past year, and promise to bring you even more intriguing, educational and entertaining interviews in 2019.The D&D Fitness Radio podcast is available at the following locations for downloadable audio, including: iTunes – https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/d-d-fitness-radio-podcast/id1331724217https://www.iheart.com/podcast/dd-fitness-radio-28797988/Spreaker.com – https://www.spreaker.com/show/d-and-d-fitness-radios-showYou can reach both Don and Derek at the following locations: Don Saladino: http://www.DonSaladino.com Twitter and Instagram - @DonSaladino YouTube - http://www.youtube.com/donsaladino Derek M. Hansen: http://www.SprintCoach.com Twitter and Instagram - @DerekMHansen YouTube - http://youtube.com/derekmhansen

In Episode 036 of the D&D Fitness Radio Podcast, we have the pleasure of talking with Keenan Robinson, the High Performance Director of USA Swimming. Keenan has had the opportunity to work closely with swimming legend, Michael Phelps, as well as serving as an advisor to Phelps’ veteran coach, Bob Bowman. We discuss all aspects of preparation for world-class swimmers including general physical training, nutritional support and physical therapy. There are always lots of rumors out there about what top athletes are doing for their preparation and Keenan does a very good job at dispelling some of those rumors and providing facts around the physical preparation of elite performers.For more information on Keenan Robinson, you can follow him via the links below:Twitter: https://twitter.com/kkrirshFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/keenan.robinson.5The D&D Fitness Radio podcast is available at the following locations for downloadable audio, including: iTunes – https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/d-d-fitness-radio-podcast/id1331724217https://www.iheart.com/podcast/dd-fitness-radio-28797988/Spreaker.com – https://www.spreaker.com/show/d-and-d-fitness-radios-showYou can reach both Don and Derek at the following locations: Don Saladino: http://www.DonSaladino.com Twitter and Instagram - @DonSaladino YouTube - http://www.youtube.com/donsaladino Derek M. Hansen: http://www.SprintCoach.com Twitter and Instagram - @DerekMHansen YouTube - http://youtube.com/derekmhansen

In Episode 035 of the D&D Fitness Radio Podcast, we sit down with Dr. Ben House to discuss the key levers of nutrition that can be pulled to elicit a desired outcome, whether it be related body composition, athletic performance or general health and wellness. Dr. House talks about how he can optimize an individual’s diet whether they choose to a vegan approach, a ketogenic path or more conservative methodologies. We also discuss issues around exercise, food quality, technology and food preparation.Ben House, PhD, CN, FDN, fNMT, NCSF, USAW LI SPC has worked as a Strength and Conditioning Coach and Nutritionist since 2006. House is currently the owner and founder of Functional Medicine Costa Rica. House was accepted to medical school without an undergraduate degree, but elected to finish his degree and pursue a career in the health and fitness sector. He is currently practicing Functional Medicine after finishing his PhD and a multi-year metabolic health study within the Nutritional Sciences Department at UT-Austin. House has numerous publications in peer reviewed scientific journals such as The International Journal of Obesity, has presented his work at multiple international conferences, and lectures regularly on health and nutrition at The University of Texas.For more information on Dr. Ben House, you can follow him via the links below:Website: http://functionalmedicinecostarica.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drbenhouse/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ben.house.9The D&D Fitness Radio podcast is available at the following locations for downloadable audio, including: iTunes – https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/d-d-fitness-radio-podcast/id1331724217https://www.iheart.com/podcast/dd-fitness-radio-28797988/Spreaker.com – https://www.spreaker.com/show/d-and-d-fitness-radios-showYou can reach both Don and Derek at the following locations: Don Saladino: http://www.DonSaladino.com Twitter and Instagram - @DonSaladino YouTube - http://www.youtube.com/donsaladino Derek M. Hansen: http://www.SprintCoach.com Twitter and Instagram - @DerekMHansen YouTube - http://youtube.com/derekmhansen