
Braun Performance and Rehab
Join Dr. Dan Braun, Doctor of Physical Therapy & Personal Trainer for the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, where he brings distinguished guests to discuss key topics in sports performance and rehabilitation. Be sure to subscribe so you don't miss out on two new episodes every week!
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Latest episodes

Jan 24, 2024 • 1h 2min
Dr. Justin Clifford: Rehab Consideration and Principles for the Deadlift
In this episode of the Brawn Body Health and Fitness Podcast, Dan is joined by Dr. Justin Clifford to discuss principles and rehab considerations for the deadlift.
Dr. Justin Clifford is a human performance physical therapist who works with tactical and military personnel. He is a board certified specialist in both orthopedic and sports physical therapy, and a certified strength and conditioning specialist. As an athlete himself, he is entering his 15th year competing in strength sports, including powerlifting, strongman, highland games, and grip competition. Before he became a physical therapist, he also trained in traditional Japanese martial arts, and worked as a massage therapist in the sports performance setting.
Dr. Justin Clifford is a human performance physical therapist who works with tactical and military personnel. He is a board certified specialist in both orthopedic and sports physical therapy, and a certified strength and conditioning specialist. As an athlete himself, he is entering his 15th year competing in strength sports, including powerlifting, strongman, highland games, and grip competition. Before he became a physical therapist, he also trained in traditional Japanese martial arts, and worked as a massage therapist in the sports performance setting. For more on Justin, you can find him on Instagram @deadlifttherapy
*Disclaimer - This episode does not represent the official position of the DoD in any way. All information shared is personal opinion only.
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Jan 22, 2024 • 45min
Justin (Judd) Lienhard: Training Around Injuries, The “Right” Way to Exercise, How to Develop Speed, and more!
In this episode of the Brawn Body Health and Fitness Podcast, Dan is joined by Justin (Judd) Lienhard to discuss how he trains around injuries, how we define the correct way to exercise (is there one?) and developing speed.
Judd attended Truman State University on a football scholarship where he earned a degree in Exercise Physiology. While at Truman, Judd earned all-conference and all-region honors at middle linebacker. He was voted ‘Linebacker of the Year’ and selected as the team’s strength and conditioning athlete his junior and senior years. After graduation, Judd served as the football team’s strength and conditioning coach for one year before beginning a career as a sports medicine trainer. In 2006 Judd joined the US Army and was commissioned as an Infantry Officer in 2007. During his time in the service he deployed to Iraq as a platoon leader with 10th Mountain Division and then again as a platoon leader with the 3D Ranger Battalion in Iraq and then again to Afghanistan. Judd was awarded a Bronze Star for service during his time in Iraq in 2008 and again in Afghanistan in 2010. Judd completed his four year service obligation to the Army in 2010 and decided to return to a career in fitness. Judd spent two years in Chicago as the Fitness Director of World Gym before ultimately landing in his current home base of Austin, Texas. Judd has been in Austin since 2012, living his passion of working with athletes, helping them to achieve their performance goals. For more on Justin, be sure to check out his Instagram page @juddlienhard and his website https://www.juddlienhard.com/about
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Jan 17, 2024 • 56min
Ebenezer Samuel: Life Lessons Learned from Fitness and Making a Career From a Passion for Fitness
In this episode of the Brawn Body Health and Fitness Podcast, Dan is joined by Ebenezer Samuel to discuss Lessons he has learned from fitness and how he was able to turn his love and passion for fitness into a successful career.
Ebenezer Samuel, C.S.C.S., is the fitness director of Men's Health and a certified trainer with more than 10 years of training experience. He's logged training time with NFL athletes and track athletes and his current training regimen includes weight training, HIIT conditioning, and yoga. Before joining Men's Health in 2017, he served as a sports columnist and tech columnist for the New York Daily News. For more on Eb, you can find him @ebenezersamuel23
For more on Men's Health Strength in Diversity, be sure to check out https://www.menshealth.com/fitness/a34161318/strength-in-diversity/
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Jan 15, 2024 • 58min
Dr. Meghan Sak-Ocbina: How to Approach Injury and Movement in 2024
In this episode of the Brawn Body Health and Fitness Podcast, Dan is joined by Dr. Meghan Sak-Ocbina to discuss her approach to injury and movement and the language surrounding both, and how this differs from the traditional PT models.
Meghan is a Doctor of Physical Therapy, Certified Athletic Trainer, Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, Sports Nutrition coach, and owner of Impetus Movement and Rehab, PLLC. She works with clients both online and in person, and is passionate about empowering others to move well, feel capable, and be confident in their bodies for life. You can find her on instagram @dr.megsi.dpt , or online at www.impetusmovementandrehab.com
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Jan 10, 2024 • 60min
Luc Meacham: From Playing Field to Battlefield... and Back to Playing Field.
In this episode of the Brawn Body Health and Fitness Podcast, Dan is joined by Luc Meacham to discuss his journey throughout football and military service.
Luc Meacham's story is one of a kind. Growing up in Ohio, Luc played Division III football for the storied college of the University of Mount Union in Alliance, Ohio. There, he won a National Championship as well as being named an All-American and Team Captain. After a successful college football career, Luc decided to pursue football and was invited to an NFL Pro Day. The 2015 NFL Draft came and went, and no call or invite was received. Though he fell short of his football dream, Luc decided to shift gears and tryout for something else. The Navy SEALs. After 6 years of being in the Teams and separating honorably, Luc had his chance to pursue a dream he thought was lost after college: a return to the football field. It was 8 years since Luc last played in a football game. And his rookie professional season at 30 years old was one to remember. He found himself in Braunschweig, Germany playing for the NewYorker Lions in the German Football League. With a team leading 1,541 all-purpose yards and 14 TD’s, Luc helped lead the Lions to a semifinal birth. What’s next for Luc? Tune in to find out. And be sure to follow him on IG @saucypawz288 and follow his journey.
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Jan 8, 2024 • 50min
Dr. Hannah Sadowsky: Physical Therapy Considerations for Gymnasts
In this episode of the Brawn Body Health and Fitness Podcast, Dan is joined by Dr. Hannah Sadowsky to discuss physical therapy considerations for gymnasts, including sports background, assessment, RTS testing, equipment, and more.
Hannah is a licensed Doctor of Physical Therapy who received her degree from Florida International University in 2019. With an extensive background in the sport of gymnastics she combines her knowledge of the sport and coaching experience with her clinical expertise to rehab and train these athletes and athletes alike to aim for longevity in the sport and reaching levels they never thought possible. Along with treating gymnasts, dancers and cheerleaders, she works with general population with orthopedic conditions and anyone wanting to get really strong. Her passion lies in educating on the sport of gymnastics and rehab considerations to treat patients for improved outcomes. She enjoys practicing calisthenics and bringing light to bodyweight training and strength training to create a resilient body that’s prepared for any and all goals. For more on Hannah, be sure to find her on Instagram @hsadowsky ... You can also check out Old Bull at oldbullathletics.com
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Jan 3, 2024 • 1h 30min
Episode 300: The Women’s Athletics Round Table
In this episode of the Brawn Body Health and Fitness Podcast, Dan is joined by Micaela Abbatine, Kylie Durkee, Tessa Grossman, Sophia Kennedy, & Dr. Meghan Rohde to create the "female athlete round table" as the 5 discuss unique considerations of female athletes, issues that female athletes face, and how to address these issues.
For a full list of biographies and social media links for today's guests, please click here.
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Dec 27, 2023 • 53min
Micaela Abbatine: How to Set and Achieve Your New Year’s Goals
In this episode of the Brawn Body Health and Fitness Podcast, Dan is joined by Micaela Abbatine to discuss strategies for setting and achieving goals in relation to the new year.
Micaela currently works for the Pittsburgh Pirates in baseball operations with a focus in amateur scouting. She is also a Certified Personal Trainer. Micaela played Division I softball at UNC, Maryland, and Providence College. In 2019 at Maryland, she was named to the first team All-Big Ten Defense in Centerfield. Micaela has international softball experience, playing for the Italian National team in the European Championships in the Summer of 2019. Prior to playing in the Big Ten and internationally, Micaela starred at Warwick Valley High School, where she played five years of varsity softball, as a center fielder and took home numerous accolades. Micaela played her whole career with Frozen Ropes as a young athlete.
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Dec 20, 2023 • 53min
Dr. Tim Stone: Practical Exercse Programming for the post-op ACL
In this episode of the Brawn Body Health and Fitness Podcast, Dan is joined by Dr. Tim Stone to discuss practical exercise programming for patients following ACL surgery.
Dr. Tim Stone, PT, DPT, CSCS, Cert-DN, FRS is a Sports Physical Therapist & Chief Operating Officer at True Sports Physical Therapy in the Delaware, Baltimore, and south-central regions of PA. Dr. Stone has extensive interest in playing and treating lacrosse athletes, as he is one himself, playing for the Australian Men's Lacrosse team. Dr. Stone is well-known for treatment of post-operative ACL patients. True Sports Physical Therapy also holds a strong reputation in physical therapy for athletes. If you an athlete in the Baltimore area looking for expert care, you should look no further, as true sports is what sports rehab should be. For more on Dr. Stone, you can find him on Instagram @dr.stone.dpt or check out True Sports PT @truesportspt
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Dec 13, 2023 • 50min
Emily Kramer Throckmorton: Strength & Conditioning Considerations for Adaptive Athletes
In this episode of the Brawn Body Health and Fitness Podcast, Dan is joined by Emily Kramer Throckmorton to discuss strength & conditioning considerations for adaptive athletes.
Emily Kramer Throckmorton is the owner & Head S&C coach of Kaizen Athletics Owner, which is a functional fitness gym located in Virginia Beach, VA. The gym specializes in semi-private small group training, adaptive athlete training, nutrition, mindset and all things community. In addition, Emily has the following qualifications and certifications: • BirthFit Education • Crossfit since 2012 • Crossfit Level 1: 2016 • CrossFit Level 2: 2021 • Aerobic Capacity with Chris Hinshaw • Certified USA Weightlifting Sports Performance Coach • Crossfit Masters Athlete • Crossfit Online Anatomy Course • Crossfit Online Spot The Flaw Course • Crossfit Rowing Certification • Crossfit Online Running Course • Crossfit Judges Course • Crossfit Online Lesson Planning Course • Crossfit Dumbbells Course • CPR/FIRST AID/AED • Precision Nutrition Level Coach • Unstable Load Odd Object: Level 1 • Adaptive and Inclusive Trainer; Adaptive Training Academy • Functional Training for Adaptive Athletes- The Ready State • The Ready State Movement & Mobility Specialist • Sports Nutrition for Endurance Athletes Certification- IRONMAN University • ACE Group Fitness Instructor- July 2022 • Inclusive Fitness Trainer- American College of Sports Medicine: November 2022 • The Barbell Rehab Workshop Online Course • Adaptive Fitness for Special Needs Clients- American Council on Exercise • Training the Injured Athlete- The Ready State • Adaptive Special Needs Group Instructor- Strong Education • Certified Adaptive Trainer- Movement Rx • lululemon ambassador • Kaizen Adaptive Coach- Kaizen Adaptive Training
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