
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!
Find us on social media: @braun_pr
For all inquiries: brawnbodytraining@gmail.com
Special thank you to podcast sponsors Isophit, Firefly Recovery, & Engage Movement
Latest episodes

Aug 23, 2021 • 14min
Sal Di Stefano on The Origins of Mind Pump, Advice to New Trainers & Entrepreneurs, and More!
In this week's episodes of the Brawn Body Podcast, Dan is joined by Sal Di Stefano of mindpump (@mindpumpsal) to discuss his new book, The Resistance Training Revolution, Mind Pump, and more!
In today's episode, Dan and Sal discuss the mind pump journey: how the company and podcast was started, obstacles the team faced while on the road to becoming the nation's number one Health, Fitness, and Entertainment podcast, and more! Be sure to subscribe so you don't miss Wednesday's episode about Sal's new book, The Resistance Training Revolution! You can purchase his book here: theresistancetrainingrevolution.com
Haven't heard of Sal? Check out his bio here: www.mindpumpmedia.com/sal-bio ... you can also find him on Instagram @mindpumpsal and find the mind pump podcast on all platforms!
Please leave a review on iTunes & share this episode with a friend! To keep up to date with everything we are currently doing, be sure to follow @brawnbody on social media! Last - Subscribe to the podcast so you don't miss our second episode with Sal, coming this Wednesday!
This episode is brought to you by CTM band recovery products - the EXACT soft tissue recovery technology used by Dan. CTM Band was founded by Dr. Kyle Bowling, a sports medicine practitioner who treats professional athletes (and was a guest on the Brawn Body Podcast!). You can check out their website here: https://ctm.band/collections/ctm-band ... while you're there, be sure to use the coupon code "BRAWN10" for 10% off!
Intro Music: from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/ben-johnson/cant-stop-chasing-you License code: GTQQOJMBXDJCZIQO

Aug 19, 2021 • 28min
What is Myofascial Cupping, How is Cupping used, and MORE!
In this episode of the Brawn Body Podcast (116) Dan discusses myofascial cupping through his in-service presentation for his current hospital clinical. This podcast reviews what cupping is, what it is used for, indications and contraindications, and more!
Please leave a review (iTunes) & share this episode with a friend! To keep up to date with everything we are currently doing, be sure to follow @brawnbody on social media and subscribe to the podcast!! This episode is brought to you by CTM band recovery products - the EXACT soft tissue recovery technology used by Dan. CTM Band was founded by Dr. Kyle Bowling, a sports medicine practitioner who treats professional athletes (and was a guest on the Brawn Body Podcast!). You can check out their website here: https://ctm.band/collections/ctm-band ... while you're there, be sure to use the coupon code "BRAWN10" for 10% off! You can also purchase the EXACT massage gun I use and gift to friends and family here: https://amzn.to/3xCDCko Note, that purchases from this link support Brawn Body and the Brawn Body podcast!

Aug 16, 2021 • 15min
Dan's TOP 3 keys for long-term success
In episode 115 of the Brawn Body Podcast, Dan provides his top 3 keys for success: Find something you love to do, work hard at it, and give thanks/gratitude for it. These simple 3 things can be done by anyone, and apply to any field, study, or piece of your life. Results guaranteed!
Please leave a review (iTunes) & share this episode with a friend! To keep up to date with everything we are currently doing, be sure to follow @brawnbody on social media!
This episode is brought to you by CTM band recovery products - the EXACT soft tissue recovery technology used by Dan. CTM Band was founded by Dr. Kyle Bowling, a sports medicine practitioner who treats professional athletes (and was a guest on the Brawn Body Podcast!). You can check out their website here: https://ctm.band/collections/ctm-band ... while you're there, be sure to use the coupon code "BRAWN10" for 10% off!
You can also purchase the EXACT massage gun I use and gift to friends and family here: https://amzn.to/3xCDCko Note, that purchases from this link support Brawn Body and the Brawn Body podcast!

Aug 11, 2021 • 51min
Staying Healthy and Fit throughout Graduate School, Advanced Home Training Biohacks, and more, with Jon Snyder, PhD candidate
In this episode of the Brawn Body Podcast (114) Dan is joined by Jonathan Snyder to discuss how he shifted and adapted his fitness routine despite the demands of graduate school and his other life responsibilities. The two also make it a point to discuss other advanced training modalities, such as blood flow restriction/occlusion training, and how this can be applied to home fitness.
Jon graduated from Lebanon Valley College with his degree in biochemistry and molecular biology. He’s currently a PhD candidate in pharmacology and physiology at Drexel University College of Medicine. He’s done research on protein structure and function, organic synthesis, and now studies insulin secretion and the interaction between diabetes and cardiovascular disease. In his spare time he practices BJJ, powerlifting, triathlons, and in the pre-COVID world stand-up comedy. For more on Jon, you can email him at snyderjon61@gmail.com
Please leave a review (iTunes) & share this episode with a friend! To keep up to date with everything we are currently doing, be sure to follow @brawnbody on social media and subscribe to the podcast!!
This episode is brought to you by CTM band recovery products - the EXACT soft tissue recovery technology used by Dan. CTM Band was founded by Dr. Kyle Bowling, a sports medicine practitioner who treats professional athletes (and was a guest on the Brawn Body Podcast!). You can check out their website here: https://ctm.band/collections/ctm-band ... while you're there, be sure to use the coupon code "BRAWN10" for 10% off! You can also purchase the EXACT massage gun I use and gift to friends and family here: https://amzn.to/3xCDCko Note, that purchases from this link support Brawn Body and the Brawn Body podcast!

Aug 9, 2021 • 45min
Philosophical Fitness – What Philosophy Teaches us About Modern Health & Wellness, with Jon Snyder, PhD candidate
In this episode of the Brawn Body Podcast (113) Dan is joined by Jonathan Snyder to discuss philosophy and how it applies to physical fitness and wellness. This episode focuses intently on the Stoic philosophy, and how this ancient wisdom applies to modern life and personal development.
Jon graduated from Lebanon Valley College with his degree in biochemistry and molecular biology. He’s currently a PhD candidate in pharmacology and physiology at Drexel University College of Medicine. He’s done research on protein structure and function, organic synthesis, and now studies insulin secretion and the interaction between diabetes and cardiovascular disease. In his spare time he practices BJJ, powerlifting, triathlons, and in the pre-COVID world stand-up comedy. For more on Jon, you can email him at snyderjon61@gmail.com
Please leave a review (iTunes) & share this episode with a friend! To keep up to date with everything we are currently doing, be sure to follow @brawnbody on social media! Last - Subscribe to the podcast so you don't miss our second episode with Jon, coming this Wednesday! This episode is brought to you by CTM band recovery products - the EXACT soft tissue recovery technology used by Dan. CTM Band was founded by Dr. Kyle Bowling, a sports medicine practitioner who treats professional athletes (and was a guest on the Brawn Body Podcast!). You can check out their website here: https://ctm.band/collections/ctm-band ... while you're there, be sure to use the coupon code "BRAWN10" for 10% off! You can also purchase the EXACT massage gun I use and gift to friends and family here: https://amzn.to/3xCDCko Note, that purchases from this link support Brawn Body and the Brawn Body podcast!

Aug 4, 2021 • 35min
“Mental Fitness” for Physical Performance, Training for Life, and MORE! With Julie Burrill, CSCS
In this week's episodes of the Brawn Body Podcast (111-112), Dan is joined by Julie Burrill, CSCS (@goalsetmindset_jb) to discuss mindfulness, mental well-being, and its impact on athletes and life.
In today's episode, we discuss the mental side of fitness and physical training, the importance of training longevity and training for life, how to stay in-tune with your body while training, and more!
Julie is a 2019 graduate of The University of Scranton’s Exercise Science program. She is currently in their DPT program and will graduate in 2022 (same year as Dan!). She played field hockey for 4 years at the collegiate level, and shares a LOT of the same health values, beliefs, and interests as the Brawn Body movement, as you’ll find out! For more on Julie, you can find her on Instagram @goalsetmindset_jb - I HIGHLY recommend giving her a follow if you aren't already!
Please leave a review (iTunes) & share this episode with a friend! To keep up to date with everything we are currently doing, be sure to follow @brawnbody on social media! Last - Subscribe to the podcast so you don't miss our second episode with Julie, coming this Wednesday!
This episode is brought to you by CTM band recovery products - the EXACT soft tissue recovery technology used by Dan. CTM Band was founded by Dr. Kyle Bowling, a sports medicine practitioner who treats professional athletes (and was a guest on the Brawn Body Podcast!). You can check out their website here: https://ctm.band/collections/ctm-band ... while you're there, be sure to use the coupon code "BRAWN10" for 10% off!
You can also purchase the EXACT massage gun I use and gift to friends and family here: https://amzn.to/3xCDCko Note, that purchases from this link support Brawn Body and the Brawn Body podcast!

Aug 2, 2021 • 34min
The Importance of Gratitude, Personal Development, Mindfulness, and MORE with Julie Burrill, CSCS
In this week's episodes of the Brawn Body Podcast (111-112), Dan is joined by Julie Burrill, CSCS (@goalsetmindset_jb) to discuss mindfulness, mental well-being, and its impact on athletes and life. In today's mindfulness Monday episode, we discuss graditude, ways to practice graditude and mindfulness, what "self-care" should look like, the importance of personal development, and so much more! Add this to the list of CAN'T MISS episodes!
Julie is a 2019 graduate of The University of Scranton’s Exercise Science program. She is currently in their DPT program and will graduate in 2022 (same year as Dan!). She played field hockey for 4 years at the collegiate level, and shares a LOT of the same health values, beliefs, and interests as the Brawn Body movement, as you’ll find out! For more on Julie, you can find her on Instagram @goalsetmindset_jb - I HIGHLY recommend giving her a follow if you aren't already!
Please leave a review (iTunes) & share this episode with a friend! To keep up to date with everything we are currently doing, be sure to follow @brawnbody on social media! Last - Subscribe to the podcast so you don't miss our second episode with Julie, coming this Wednesday!
This episode is brought to you by CTM band recovery products - the EXACT soft tissue recovery technology used by Dan. CTM Band was founded by Dr. Kyle Bowling, a sports medicine practitioner who treats professional athletes (and was a guest on the Brawn Body Podcast!). You can check out their website here: https://ctm.band/collections/ctm-band ... while you're there, be sure to use the coupon code "BRAWN10" for 10% off!
You can also purchase the EXACT massage gun I use and gift to friends and family here: https://amzn.to/3xCDCko Note, that purchases from this link support Brawn Body and the Brawn Body podcast!

Jul 28, 2021 • 29min
Cultivating healthy lifestyle habits from a young age, balancing “work” and “play”, and MORE! With Jess Ashwood
In this week's episodes of the Brawn Body Podcast (109-110), Dan is joined by Jess Ashwood (@fitnessnfoodwjess) to discuss cultivation of healthy lifestyle habits from a young age, how to balance "work" and "play" and the importance of balance in life, current trends of health and fitness in the youth populations, and more!
Jessica Ashwood is a kindergarten teacher, mom and wife and recently decided to get certified as a NASM personal trainer because of her passion for health and fitness. She shares helpful advice on her Instagram at @fitnessnfoodwjess - which I HIGHLY recommend following if you haven't already. Fun fact - she also hosts her own podcast, has a website, and a blog!
Please leave a review (iTunes) & share this episode with a friend! To keep up to date with everything we are currently doing, be sure to follow @brawnbody on social media!
This episode is brought to you by CTM band recovery products - the EXACT soft tissue recovery technology used by Dan. CTM Band was founded by Dr. Kyle Bowling, a sports medicine practitioner who treats professional athletes (and was a guest on the Brawn Body Podcast!). You can check out their website here: https://ctm.band/collections/ctm-band ... while you're there, be sure to use the coupon code "BRAWN10" for 10% off!
You can also purchase the EXACT massage gun I use and gift to friends and family here: https://amzn.to/3xCDCko Note, that purchases from this link support Brawn Body and the Brawn Body podcast!

Jul 26, 2021 • 16min
Jess Ashwood on Beating Binge Eating Disorder, Taking Control of Your Situation, and more!
In this week's episodes of the Brawn Body Podcast (109-110), Dan is joined by Jess Ashwood (@fitnessnfoodwjess) to discuss her health and fitness journey, specifically how she overcame binge eating disorder and her advice to others who are currently struggling.
Jessica Ashwood is a kindergarten teacher, mom and wife and recently decided to get certified as a NASM personal trainer because of her passion for health and fitness. She shares helpful advice on her Instagram at @fitnessnfoodwjess - which I HIGHLY recommend following if you haven't already. Fun fact - she also hosts her own podcast, has a website, and a blog!
Please leave a review (iTunes) & share this episode with a friend! To keep up to date with everything we are currently doing, be sure to follow @brawnbody on social media! This episode is brought to you by CTM band recovery products - the EXACT soft tissue recovery technology used by Dan. CTM Band was founded by Dr. Kyle Bowling, a sports medicine practitioner who treats professional athletes (and was a guest on the Brawn Body Podcast!). You can check out their website here: https://ctm.band/collections/ctm-band ... while you're there, be sure to use the coupon code "BRAWN10" for 10% off! You can also purchase the EXACT massage gun I use and gift to friends and family here: https://amzn.to/3xCDCko Note, that purchases from this link support Brawn Body and the Brawn Body podcast!

Jul 21, 2021 • 23min
International Swimming, Paralympic Swim Tryouts, Calisthenics Skills and Progressions, and MORE! With Marian Barbu
In this week's episodes of the Brawn Body Podcast (107-108), Dan is joined by Marian Barbu (@wheelzfit) to discuss his journey as a paralympic swimmer and calisthenics athlete.
Marian Barbu is a paralympic swimmer for Team Canada JR and a calisthenics athlete. When he was born, he was diagnosed with Osteogenesis Imperfecta, a disorder that made his bones so fragile that even a slight movement would have meant a serious fracture. As he grew, he fell in love with sports and since then he never let his physical incapabilities dictate what he can or what he can't do.
Please leave a review (iTunes) & share this episode with a friend! To keep up to date with everything we are currently doing, be sure to follow @brawnbody on social media!
This episode is brought to you by CTM band recovery products - the EXACT soft tissue recovery technology used by Dan. CTM Band was founded by Dr. Kyle Bowling, a sports medicine practitioner who treats professional athletes (and was a guest on the Brawn Body Podcast!). You can check out their website here: https://ctm.band/collections/ctm-band ... while you're there, be sure to use the coupon code "BRAWN10" for 10% off!
You can also purchase the EXACT massage gun I use and gift to friends and family here: https://amzn.to/3xCDCko Note, that purchases from this link support Brawn Body and the Brawn Body podcast!