Braun Performance and Rehab

In this episode of the Brawn Body Health and Fitness Podcast, Dan is joined by Anthony "Tony" Pedrotti to discuss functional and sports specific training, in particular, relating to lacrosse. Pedrotti serves as a sport performance coach for the University’s men’s lacrosse, women’s ice hockey, and women’s tennis programs. He works closely with the coaching and sports medicine staffs to develop practice plans to reduce injuries, aid in return-to-play instructions, and optimize student-athlete performance with the use of GPA and accelerometer devices. Prior to Syracuse, Pedrotti was the head strength and conditioning coach at Stevenson University in Owings Mills, Maryland from 2018 until August of 2022. There he oversaw all aspects of strength and conditioning for all 28 Mustang athletic teams. Pedrotti developed weightlifting programs to improve performance and reduce the potential for injury, while also creating nutrition presentations to educate student-athletes on nutrition’s impact on performance. Pedrotti aided the athletic training staff in recovery and rehabilitation methods, in addition to upkeep of the varsity weight room. From April 2015 until January 2018, Pedrotti served as the head of strength and conditioning at SUNY Maritime College in Throggs Neck, New York. Additionally, Pedrotti was the run game coordinator and offensive line coach for the Privateers’ football program. He oversaw all aspects of strength and conditioning for every sport program through sport-specific plans, nutrition plans, and dynamic warmups. He managed the weight room through technique instruction. On the gridiron, Pedrotti helped recruiting across the state of New York, bringing in All-Conference talent, while helping the program set every major school offensive record.Pedrotti earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in history from nearby SUNY Cortland in 2012. He later earned his Master of Arts degree in teaching from Bethany in 2015 before his second master’s degree in exercise science with a concentration in human performance from Concordia University of Chicago in 2020. For more on Tony, be sure to find him on Instagram @coach_pedrotti *SEASON 5 of the Brawn Body Podcast is brought to you by Isophit. For more on Isophit, please check out isophit.com and @isophit - BE SURE to use coupon code brawnbody10 at checkout to save 10% on your Isophit order! Episode Sponsors: MoboBoard: BRAWNBODY10 saves 10% at checkout! AliRx: DBraunRx = 20% off at checkout! https://alirx.health/ MedBridge: https://www.medbridgeeducation.com/brawn-body-training or Coupon Code "BRAWN" for 40% off your annual subscription! CTM Band: https://ctm.band/collections/ctm-band coupon code "BRAWN10" = 10% off! PurMotion: "brawn" = 10% off!! GOT ROM: https://www.gotrom.com/a/3083/5X9xTi8k Red Light Therapy through Hooga Health: hoogahealth.com coupon code "brawn" = 12% off Ice shaker affiliate link: https://www.iceshaker.com?sca_ref=1520881.zOJLysQzKe Training Mask: "BRAWN" = 20% off at checkout https://www.trainingmask.com?sca_ref=2486863.iestbx9x1n Make sure you SHARE this episode with a friend who could benefit from the information we shared! Check out everything Dan is up to, including blog posts, fitness programs, and more by clicking here: https://linktr.ee/brawnbodytraining Liked this episode? Leave a 5-star review on your favorite podcast platform!

In this episode of the Brawn Body Health and Fitness Podcast, Dan is joined by Micaela Abbatine, Kara O’Rourke, Jodie Griep, Caroline Gardner, Zinah Friedman for the "gym girls round table" covering how each got started in the gym and misconceptions surrounding the gym that prevent many individuals from getting started. For a full list of bios, please click here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/14Qe3Bow19Z2q1CHZZToR-LnYKomO2Sawr3qnfNoO9WU/edit?usp=sharing *SEASON 5 of the Brawn Body Podcast is brought to you by Isophit. For more on Isophit, please check out isophit.com and @isophit - BE SURE to use coupon code brawnbody10 at checkout to save 10% on your Isophit order! Episode Sponsors: MoboBoard: BRAWNBODY10 saves 10% at checkout! AliRx: DBraunRx = 20% off at checkout! https://alirx.health/ MedBridge: https://www.medbridgeeducation.com/brawn-body-training or Coupon Code "BRAWN" for 40% off your annual subscription! CTM Band: https://ctm.band/collections/ctm-band coupon code "BRAWN10" = 10% off! PurMotion: "brawn" = 10% off!! GOT ROM: https://www.gotrom.com/a/3083/5X9xTi8k Red Light Therapy through Hooga Health: hoogahealth.com coupon code "brawn" = 12% off Ice shaker affiliate link: https://www.iceshaker.com?sca_ref=1520881.zOJLysQzKe Training Mask: "BRAWN" = 20% off at checkout https://www.trainingmask.com?sca_ref=2486863.iestbx9x1n Make sure you SHARE this episode with a friend who could benefit from the information we shared! Check out everything Dan is up to, including blog posts, fitness programs, and more by clicking here: https://linktr.ee/brawnbodytraining Liked this episode? Leave a 5-star review on your favorite podcast platform!

In this episode of the Brawn Body Health and Fitness Podcast, Dan is joined by Dr. Kyle Richmond to discuss mobility training and warmup misconceptions, including the use of stretching, the FRC principles he applies clinically, and more. Dr. Richmond received his bachelor's degree in biomedical science from the prestigious National University of Health Sciences, followed by his Doctor of Chiropractic Degree from Palmer College of Chiropractic, where he graduated with honors. Throughout his education, he attended countless seminars and courses to further his clinical expertise. In addition to his academic credentials, Dr. Richmond has also spent ten years coaching CrossFit, small group classes, and one-on-one personal training for all age groups. His goal has always been to combine his passion for coaching fitness with his education in human movement to help his patients achieve their health and wellness goals. When Dr. Richmond isn't in the clinic he enjoys working out and spending time with his family. For more on Dr. Richmond, be sure to check out www.rebuiltstrengthandrehab.com @rebuiltstrengthandrehab and @drkyle.richmond on Instagram *SEASON 5 of the Brawn Body Podcast is brought to you by Isophit. For more on Isophit, please check out isophit.com and @isophit - BE SURE to use coupon code brawnbody10 at checkout to save 10% on your Isophit order! Episode Sponsors: MoboBoard: BRAWNBODY10 saves 10% at checkout! AliRx: DBraunRx = 20% off at checkout! https://alirx.health/ MedBridge: https://www.medbridgeeducation.com/brawn-body-training or Coupon Code "BRAWN" for 40% off your annual subscription! CTM Band: https://ctm.band/collections/ctm-band coupon code "BRAWN10" = 10% off! PurMotion: "brawn" = 10% off!! GOT ROM: https://www.gotrom.com/a/3083/5X9xTi8k Red Light Therapy through Hooga Health: hoogahealth.com coupon code "brawn" = 12% off Ice shaker affiliate link: https://www.iceshaker.com?sca_ref=1520881.zOJLysQzKe Training Mask: "BRAWN" = 20% off at checkout https://www.trainingmask.com?sca_ref=2486863.iestbx9x1n Make sure you SHARE this episode with a friend who could benefit from the information we shared! Check out everything Dan is up to, including blog posts, fitness programs, and more by clicking here: https://linktr.ee/brawnbodytraining Liked this episode? Leave a 5-star review on your favorite podcast platform!

In this episode of the Brawn Body Health and Fitness Podcast, Dan is joined by Dr. Justin Lewis and Dr. Jon Harned to discuss ankle sprains, including examination, diagnosis, and treatment considerations. Dr. Lewis is a board-certified foot and ankle surgeon and an expert on complex surgical reconstruction. He also takes special interest in the field of orthobiologics, lecturing to physicians nationally on therapies to include stem cell, amnion and PRP injections. He completed a rigorous 3 year surgical residency in foot and ankle reconstruction at Westside Regional Medical Center in Plantation, FL.  Dr. Lewis is the creator of the RapidFix Bunion Correction™ procedure.  With a minimal incision, minimal hardware, and immediate walking, patients are experiencing great success over traditional bunion correction surgeries.  For more on Dr. Lewis, be sure to check out https://www.mdfootandankle.com/dr-justin-lewis and @justinlewis_footsurgery on Instagram. Jonathan Harned's journey into the field of physical therapy was significantly influenced by his active involvement in various sports during high school, including football, baseball, and indoor track. His experiences with sports injuries and subsequent rehabilitation were pivotal in sparking his curiosity and interest in physical therapy. This personal connection to sports rehab played a crucial role in shaping his career path. Jonathan further pursued his athletic and academic ambitions at Lebanon Valley College, where he played baseball and completed his Doctorate of Physical Therapy. His passion for sports rehab and helping athletes return to high-level performance stems from his own injuries and firsthand experiences. For more on Harned, you can find him on Instagram @diamond_dr14 *SEASON 5 of the Brawn Body Podcast is brought to you by Isophit. For more on Isophit, please check out isophit.com and @isophit - BE SURE to use coupon code brawnbody10 at checkout to save 10% on your Isophit order! Episode Sponsors: MoboBoard: BRAWNBODY10 saves 10% at checkout! AliRx: DBraunRx = 20% off at checkout! https://alirx.health/ MedBridge: https://www.medbridgeeducation.com/brawn-body-training or Coupon Code "BRAWN" for 40% off your annual subscription! CTM Band: https://ctm.band/collections/ctm-band coupon code "BRAWN10" = 10% off! PurMotion: "brawn" = 10% off!! GOT ROM: https://www.gotrom.com/a/3083/5X9xTi8k Red Light Therapy through Hooga Health: hoogahealth.com coupon code "brawn" = 12% off Ice shaker affiliate link: https://www.iceshaker.com?sca_ref=1520881.zOJLysQzKe Training Mask: "BRAWN" = 20% off at checkout https://www.trainingmask.com?sca_ref=2486863.iestbx9x1n Make sure you SHARE this episode with a friend who could benefit from the information we shared! Check out everything Dan is up to, including blog posts, fitness programs, and more by clicking here: https://linktr.ee/brawnbodytraining Liked this episode? Leave a 5-star review on your favorite podcast platform!

In this episode of the Brawn Body Health and Fitness Podcast, Dan is joined by Dr. Nathan "Nate" Denning to discuss Periodized Program Design for Baseball Dr. Nathan Denning is a physical therapist and owner of Integrated Performance. He has had years of experience working with high leveland professional athletes during his time spent with EXOS as well as the Minnesota Twins. He specializes in Return to Sport, Movement Optimization, and injury Risk Reduction. For more on Nathan and Integrated Performance, be sure to check out @integrated.performance on Instagram, @Nate_Denning on Twitter, and Integrated Performance on Facebook For the Periodization for Program Design Course, be sure to check out https://www.integratedperformanceteam.com/periodization-program-design *SEASON 5 of the Brawn Body Podcast is brought to you by Isophit. For more on Isophit, please check out isophit.com and @isophit - BE SURE to use coupon code brawnbody10 at checkout to save 10% on your Isophit order! Episode Sponsors: MoboBoard: BRAWNBODY10 saves 10% at checkout! AliRx: DBraunRx = 20% off at checkout! https://alirx.health/ MedBridge: https://www.medbridgeeducation.com/brawn-body-training or Coupon Code "BRAWN" for 40% off your annual subscription! CTM Band: https://ctm.band/collections/ctm-band coupon code "BRAWN10" = 10% off! PurMotion: "brawn" = 10% off!! GOT ROM: https://www.gotrom.com/a/3083/5X9xTi8k Red Light Therapy through Hooga Health: hoogahealth.com coupon code "brawn" = 12% off Ice shaker affiliate link: https://www.iceshaker.com?sca_ref=1520881.zOJLysQzKe Training Mask: "BRAWN" = 20% off at checkout https://www.trainingmask.com?sca_ref=2486863.iestbx9x1n Make sure you SHARE this episode with a friend who could benefit from the information we shared! Check out everything Dan is up to, including blog posts, fitness programs, and more by clicking here: https://linktr.ee/brawnbodytraining Liked this episode? Leave a 5-star review on your favorite podcast platform!

In this episode of the Brawn Body Health and Fitness Podcast, Dan is joined by Dr. Justin Clifford to discuss programming considerations and exercise selection 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. 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. *SEASON 5 of the Brawn Body Podcast is brought to you by Isophit. For more on Isophit, please check out isophit.com and @isophit - BE SURE to use coupon code brawnbody10 at checkout to save 10% on your Isophit order! Episode Sponsors: MoboBoard: BRAWNBODY10 saves 10% at checkout! AliRx: DBraunRx = 20% off at checkout! https://alirx.health/ MedBridge: https://www.medbridgeeducation.com/brawn-body-training or Coupon Code "BRAWN" for 40% off your annual subscription! CTM Band: https://ctm.band/collections/ctm-band coupon code "BRAWN10" = 10% off! PurMotion: "brawn" = 10% off!! GOT ROM: https://www.gotrom.com/a/3083/5X9xTi8k Red Light Therapy through Hooga Health: hoogahealth.com coupon code "brawn" = 12% off Ice shaker affiliate link: https://www.iceshaker.com?sca_ref=1520881.zOJLysQzKe Training Mask: "BRAWN" = 20% off at checkout https://www.trainingmask.com?sca_ref=2486863.iestbx9x1n Make sure you SHARE this episode with a friend who could benefit from the information we shared! Check out everything Dan is up to, including blog posts, fitness programs, and more by clicking here: https://linktr.ee/brawnbodytraining Liked this episode? Leave a 5-star review on your favorite podcast platform!

In this episode of the Brawn Body Health and Fitness Podcast, Dan is joined by Dr, Katie Dabrowski to discuss training and healthcare considerations, neuroscience application to fitness and sports rehab, in addition to discussing Katie's two true passions in life, cheese and True Crime. Katie is passionate about bridging the gap between strength training, injury rehabilitation, and performance to optimize patient outcomes. Her background is in neuroscience and after working in the research world, she earned her Doctorate of Physical Therapy from the University of Miami in 2019. Katie knew she wanted to change the perception of physical therapy and provide a truly individualized, one-on-one, exceptional level of care to create lasting relationships and trust with each patient. Her focus lies in blending principles of neuroscience, strength and movement, and pain reduction for people of all backgrounds. She works with all patient populations, and in particular works often with strength athletes (CrossFit, Olympic lifting, power lifting), personal trainers and coaches, endurance athletes, and individuals with exercise-induced migraines. With a background in collegiate rowing and over 15 years of her own focused strength training, she is adamant about practicing what she preaches. For more on Katie and Old Bull, be sure to check out oldbullathletics.com ... @ktdabrowski on Instagram, & @oldbullathletics on Instagram *SEASON 5 of the Brawn Body Podcast is brought to you by Isophit. For more on Isophit, please check out isophit.com and @isophit - BE SURE to use coupon code brawnbody10 at checkout to save 10% on your Isophit order! **Be sure to check out the NEW Brawn Body website by clicking here: brawn-body.com Episode Sponsors: MoboBoard: BRAWNBODY10 saves 10% at checkout! AliRx: DBraunRx = 20% off at checkout! https://alirx.health/ MedBridge: https://www.medbridgeeducation.com/brawn-body-training or Coupon Code "BRAWN" for 40% off your annual subscription! CTM Band: https://ctm.band/collections/ctm-band coupon code "BRAWN10" = 10% off! PurMotion: "brawn" = 10% off!! GOT ROM: https://www.gotrom.com/a/3083/5X9xTi8k Red Light Therapy through Hooga Health: hoogahealth.com coupon code "brawn" = 12% off Ice shaker affiliate link: https://www.iceshaker.com?sca_ref=1520881.zOJLysQzKe Training Mask: "BRAWN" = 20% off at checkout https://www.trainingmask.com?sca_ref=2486863.iestbx9x1n Make sure you SHARE this episode with a friend who could benefit from the information we shared! Check out everything Dan is up to, including blog posts, fitness programs, and more by clicking here: https://linktr.ee/brawnbodytraining Liked this episode? Leave a 5-star review on your favorite podcast platform!

In this episode of the Brawn Body Health and Fitness Podcast, Dan is joined by Ella Caggiano "Ella Cagg" to discuss the current state of online fitness training and how social media impacts health and fitness. Ella Caggiano, CEO of an online fitness coaching business and social media content creator. She works to educate, inspire, and motivate others to take control of their health to create results they can sustain for the rest of their lives. For more on Ella, be sure to check out her Instagram @ellacaggfitness and her website ellacaggfitness.com *SEASON 5 of the Brawn Body Podcast is brought to you by Isophit. For more on Isophit, please check out isophit.com and @isophit - BE SURE to use coupon code brawnbody10 at checkout to save 10% on your Isophit order! **Be sure to check out the NEW Brawn Body website by clicking here: brawn-body.com Episode Sponsors: MoboBoard: BRAWNBODY10 saves 10% at checkout! AliRx: DBraunRx = 20% off at checkout! https://alirx.health/ MedBridge: https://www.medbridgeeducation.com/brawn-body-training or Coupon Code "BRAWN" for 40% off your annual subscription! CTM Band: https://ctm.band/collections/ctm-band coupon code "BRAWN10" = 10% off! PurMotion: "brawn" = 10% off!! GOT ROM: https://www.gotrom.com/a/3083/5X9xTi8k Red Light Therapy through Hooga Health: hoogahealth.com coupon code "brawn" = 12% off Ice shaker affiliate link: https://www.iceshaker.com?sca_ref=1520881.zOJLysQzKe Training Mask: "BRAWN" = 20% off at checkout https://www.trainingmask.com?sca_ref=2486863.iestbx9x1n Make sure you SHARE this episode with a friend who could benefit from the information we shared! Check out everything Dan is up to, including blog posts, fitness programs, and more by clicking here: https://linktr.ee/brawnbodytraining Liked this episode? Leave a 5-star review on your favorite podcast platform!

In this episode of the Brawn Body Health and Fitness Podcast, Dan is joined by Nicholas "Nick" Greyno to discuss the importance of "walking the walk" and practicing the methods you preach in the world of S&C, and how this works to develop athletes for life. Nick Greyno is an Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach at the University of Maryland. At Maryland he oversees all strength and conditioning/sports science responsibilities for Women’s Lacrosse and Field Hockey. Prior to coming to College Park, he was at TCU where he worked with Football, Baseball, and Men’s/Women’s Swim and Dive. Before TCU he had stops at Florida International University, the University of West Florida, Maryland, Clemson, US Ski and Snowboard/Ski and Snowboard Club Vail, as well as the University of South Carolina. Nick started his career as a Graduate Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach at the University of Mount Olive where he completed his MBA. There he was a Track and Field Athlete, where he graduated with a bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science with a Minor in Coaching. Nick’s certifications include CSCS, SCCC, USAW, FRCms, EXOS XPS, and RPR Level 1.  For more on Nick, be sure to check out Instagram @greynotstrength *SEASON 5 of the Brawn Body Podcast is brought to you by Isophit. For more on Isophit, please check out isophit.com and @isophit - BE SURE to use coupon code brawnbody10 at checkout to save 10% on your Isophit order! **Be sure to check out the NEW Brawn Body website by clicking here: brawn-body.com Episode Sponsors: MoboBoard: BRAWNBODY10 saves 10% at checkout! AliRx: DBraunRx = 20% off at checkout! https://alirx.health/ MedBridge: https://www.medbridgeeducation.com/brawn-body-training or Coupon Code "BRAWN" for 40% off your annual subscription! CTM Band: https://ctm.band/collections/ctm-band coupon code "BRAWN10" = 10% off! PurMotion: "brawn" = 10% off!! GOT ROM: https://www.gotrom.com/a/3083/5X9xTi8k Red Light Therapy through Hooga Health: hoogahealth.com coupon code "brawn" = 12% off Ice shaker affiliate link: https://www.iceshaker.com?sca_ref=1520881.zOJLysQzKe Training Mask: "BRAWN" = 20% off at checkout https://www.trainingmask.com?sca_ref=2486863.iestbx9x1n Make sure you SHARE this episode with a friend who could benefit from the information we shared! Check out everything Dan is up to, including blog posts, fitness programs, and more by clicking here: https://linktr.ee/brawnbodytraining Liked this episode? Leave a 5-star review on your favorite podcast platform!

In this episode of the Brawn Body Health and Fitness Podcast, Dan is joined by Wes Dunning to discuss his journey as an athlete, coach, and human, in addition to how he applies what he has learned into coaching the next generation of athletes using a person-centered approach. Wes was drawn to conditioning and healthy living while playing basketball at Gonzaga College High School, where he was trained by Healthy Baller co-founder and then Gonzaga Strength Coach Blair O’Donovan. His interest in training athletes expanded while playing basketball at Hampton University, and he immediately began training athletes after graduating in 2013. Wes has coached at both the Nike Elite Gonzaga High School Men’s Basketball and AU Basketball programs. For more on Wes, be sure to find him on Instagram @BigWes_D - you can also check out healthyballer.com - healthyballer.com/hoopers - & @wesdunning on YouTube! *SEASON 5 of the Brawn Body Podcast is brought to you by Isophit. For more on Isophit, please check out isophit.com and @isophit - BE SURE to use coupon code brawnbody10 at checkout to save 10% on your Isophit order! **Be sure to check out the NEW Brawn Body website by clicking here: brawn-body.com Episode Sponsors: MoboBoard: BRAWNBODY10 saves 10% at checkout! AliRx: DBraunRx = 20% off at checkout! https://alirx.health/ MedBridge: https://www.medbridgeeducation.com/brawn-body-training or Coupon Code "BRAWN" for 40% off your annual subscription! CTM Band: https://ctm.band/collections/ctm-band coupon code "BRAWN10" = 10% off! PurMotion: "brawn" = 10% off!! GOT ROM: https://www.gotrom.com/a/3083/5X9xTi8k Red Light Therapy through Hooga Health: hoogahealth.com coupon code "brawn" = 12% off Ice shaker affiliate link: https://www.iceshaker.com?sca_ref=1520881.zOJLysQzKe Training Mask: "BRAWN" = 20% off at checkout https://www.trainingmask.com?sca_ref=2486863.iestbx9x1n Make sure you SHARE this episode with a friend who could benefit from the information we shared! Check out everything Dan is up to, including blog posts, fitness programs, and more by clicking here: https://linktr.ee/brawnbodytraining Liked this episode? Leave a 5-star review on your favorite podcast platform!