Braun Performance and Rehab

In this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Josie Stevens to discuss "athletic longevity" and being an athlete beyond organized sport career in college or professional settings. For more on Josie be sure to check out @josiestevenscpt*SEASON 6 of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast is brought to you by Isophit. For more on Isophit, please check out isophit.com and @isophit -BE SURE to use coupon code BraunPR25% to save 25% on your Isophit order!**Season 6 of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast is also brought to you by Firefly Recovery, the official recovery provider for Braun Performance & Rehab. For more on Firefly, please check out https://www.recoveryfirefly.com/ or email jake@recoveryfirefly.com***This episode is also powered by Dr. Ray Gorman, founder of Engage Movement. Learn how to boost your income without relying on sessions. Get a free training on the blended practice model by following @raygormandpt on Instagram. DM my name “Dan” to @raygormandpt on Instagram and receive your free breakdown on the model.Episode Affiliates: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!Ice shaker affiliate link: https://www.iceshaker.com?sca_ref=1520881.zOJLysQzKeMake sure you SHARE this episode with a friend who could benefit from the information we shared!Check out everything Dan is up to by clicking here: https://linktr.ee/braun_prLiked this episode? Leave a 5-star review on your favorite podcast platform

In this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Eugene Tsovik to discuss considerations surrounding BJJ from a performance & rehab viewpoint. Dr. Eugene Tsozik is a Doctor of Physical Therapy and a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt with a professional focus on BJJ rehab, mobility, and improving athlete performance. As the founder of “The Jiu-Jitsu Therapist” and the creator of “Grappling-RX,” a series of rehabilitation courses tailored for BJJ practitioners, he empowers athletes to overcome injuries and train for both peak performance and longevity. Dr. Tsozik also works with clients directly at his office and offers remote coaching for athletes. For more on Eugene be sure to check out @the_jiujitsu_therapist https://www.thejiujitsutherapist.com/ & @chewjitsupodcast*SEASON 6 of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast is brought to you by Isophit. For more on Isophit, please check out isophit.com and @isophit -BE SURE to use coupon code BraunPR25% to save 25% on your Isophit order!**Season 6 of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast is also brought to you by Firefly Recovery, the official recovery provider for Braun Performance & Rehab. For more on Firefly, please check out https://www.recoveryfirefly.com/ or email jake@recoveryfirefly.com***This episode is also powered by Dr. Ray Gorman, founder of Engage Movement. Learn how to boost your income without relying on sessions. Get a free training on the blended practice model by following @raygormandpt on Instagram. DM my name “Dan” to @raygormandpt on Instagram and receive your free breakdown on the model.Episode Affiliates: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!Ice shaker affiliate link: https://www.iceshaker.com?sca_ref=1520881.zOJLysQzKeMake sure you SHARE this episode with a friend who could benefit from the information we shared!Check out everything Dan is up to by clicking here: https://linktr.ee/braun_prLiked this episode? Leave a 5-star review on your favorite podcast platform

In this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Taylie Liddell to discuss her journey in soccer while also overcoming an ACL tear and Ulcerative Colitis. Taylie Liddell is from Southern California. She played for UNLV women’s soccer and graduated out of the program in 2023. Throughout her time playing she developed an autoimmune disease called ulcerative colitis, as well as tearing her ACL/meniscus in her final season. Taylie made the decision July 2024 to get a total colectomy, leaving her with an ostomy bag! All of this led her to begin nursing school at GCU so she can help other people going through similar situations! She is a big believer in living each day to the fullest and appreciating your health while you have it!*SEASON 6 of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast is brought to you by Isophit. For more on Isophit, please check out isophit.com and @isophit -BE SURE to use coupon code BraunPR25% to save 25% on your Isophit order!**Season 6 of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast is also brought to you by Firefly Recovery, the official recovery provider for Braun Performance & Rehab. For more on Firefly, please check out https://www.recoveryfirefly.com/ or email jake@recoveryfirefly.comEpisode Affiliates: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!Ice shaker affiliate link: https://www.iceshaker.com?sca_ref=1520881.zOJLysQzKeMake sure you SHARE this episode with a friend who could benefit from the information we shared!Check out everything Dan is up to by clicking here: https://linktr.ee/braun_prLiked this episode? Leave a 5-star review on your favorite podcast platform

In this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Ryan Talbot to discuss the VueMotion software and AI algorithims and how Machine Learning is impacting sports performance and sports rehab. Ryan Talbot is the CEO of VueMotion. He has 25 years of experience in technology and security consulting, in addition to 15 years of experience as a T&F coach and former Masters athlete. For more on Ryan & VueMotion, be sure to check out @vuemotion & vumotion.com*SEASON 6 of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast is brought to you by Isophit. For more on Isophit, please check out isophit.com and @isophit -BE SURE to use coupon code BraunPR25% to save 25% on your Isophit order!**Season 6 of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast is also brought to you by Firefly Recovery, the official recovery provider for Braun Performance & Rehab. For more on Firefly, please check out https://www.recoveryfirefly.com/ or email jake@recoveryfirefly.comEpisode Affiliates: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!Ice shaker affiliate link: https://www.iceshaker.com?sca_ref=1520881.zOJLysQzKeMake sure you SHARE this episode with a friend who could benefit from the information we shared!Check out everything Dan is up to by clicking here: https://linktr.ee/braun_prLiked this episode? Leave a 5-star review on your favorite podcast platform

In this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Devin Jenkins to discuss his journey in the sport of Power Slap in addition to his training and recovery methodology for competition. Devin Jenkins is a strength and conditioning coach with over ten years of experience holding a Bachelor of Science in Sociology and a minor in Kinesiology.  His dedication to health and fitness began at an early age through basketball, playing throughout his school years.  Devin went on to play in college until deciding to join the Army, working as a Combat Engineer and serving eight years with two deployments in Iraq and Afghanistan.  Devin decided to pursue his passion of helping others through exercise and therapy while serving and became a Certified Strength and Conditioning Coach, also offering Stretch Therapy for athletes ranging from youth to professional.  Over the last ten years he's successfully trained over 300 athletes ranging from Pro Basketball, NFL, MLB, D1 Athletes, IFBB/NPC, 5 Star Recruits, Muay Thai, BJJ, First Responders, and Military. After a motorcycle accident left Devin in a wheelchair for several months, his enthusiasm for helping people understand the benefits of flexibility and strength intensified. He spent most of his time studying various techniques to not only benefit his own recovery, but to help others move and feel better as well. "I've dealt with the struggles associated with injury, I'm here to help make the process safe and more efficient."Becoming a NASM Certified Corrective Exercise Specialist and Functional Movement Specialist, Devin can take his clients through a systematic process of identifying problems and implementing solutions.  Devin’s overall goal is to use his talent, knowledge and experience to aid athletes in having a better performance, durability, and career longevity. For more on Devin be sure to follow @big__jinxx and check out www.jinxsa.com*SEASON 6 of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast is brought to you by Isophit. For more on Isophit, please check out isophit.com and @isophit -BE SURE to use coupon code BraunPR25% to save 25% on your Isophit order!**Season 6 of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast is also brought to you by Oro Muscles. For more on Oro, please check out www.oromuscles.com***Season 6 of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast is also brought to you by Firefly Recovery, the official recovery provider for Braun Performance & Rehab. For more on Firefly, please check out https://www.recoveryfirefly.com/ or email jake@recoveryfirefly.comEpisode Affiliates: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!Ice shaker affiliate link: https://www.iceshaker.com?sca_ref=1520881.zOJLysQzKeMake sure you SHARE this episode with a friend who could benefit from the information we shared!Check out everything Dan is up to by clicking here: https://linktr.ee/braun_prLiked this episode? Leave a 5-star review on your favorite podcast platform

In this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Quincy Johnson to discuss S&C considerations for the tactical athlete population. Quincy R. Johnson, Ph.D. is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Health, Sport and Exercise Sciences at the University of Kansas and is the Assistant Director of the Jayhawk Athletic Performance Laboratory. He received his degrees from Midland University and Oklahoma State University. Dr. Johnson's research interests focus on optimizing athletic performance, developing physiological profiles to support training and return to play approaches, long-term athletic development, and training load monitoring. These interests have led to professional roles within high school, collegiate, professional, and private athletic settings. In addition to his scholarly activity, Dr. Johnson has been an active strength and conditioning coach working with athletes from professional to peewee levels of sport. To add, he currently serves as the Associate Director of the Youth Exercise and Sport Center and Program Coordinator for Jayhawk Performance housed within the Dept. of Health, Sport and Exercise Sciences. Dr. Johnson is passionate about developing and creating opportunities for the next generation of exercise science professionals.Johnson is an active member of the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA), Certified Strength and Conditioning Coaches Association (CSCCa), and American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM). Dr. Johnson holds certifications from the NSCA (CSCS*D, Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist with Distinction; CPT*D, Certified Personal Trainer with Distinction), USA Weightlifting, Functional Movement Systems, and the International Society of Performance Analysis of Sport. Additionally, he currently serves as the Vice Chair of the NSCA's powerlifting special interest group and on the Board of Directors for the International Association of Strength and Conditioning.For more on Quincy be sure to check out @quincyjohnsonphd*SEASON 6 of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast is brought to you by Isophit. For more on Isophit, please check out isophit.com and @isophit -BE SURE to use coupon code BraunPR25% to save 25% on your Isophit order!**Season 6 of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast is also brought to you by Oro Muscles. For more on Oro, please check out www.oromuscles.com***Season 6 of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast is also brought to you by Firefly Recovery, the official recovery provider for Braun Performance & Rehab. For more on Firefly, please check out https://www.recoveryfirefly.com/ or email jake@recoveryfirefly.comEpisode Affiliates: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!Ice shaker affiliate link: https://www.iceshaker.com?sca_ref=1520881.zOJLysQzKeMake sure you SHARE this episode with a friend who could benefit from the information we shared!Check out everything Dan is up to by clicking here: https://linktr.ee/braun_prLiked this episode? Leave a 5-star review on your favorite podcast platform

In this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Josie St. Martin to discuss her journey in Ice HockeyJosie St. Martin is a standout American ice hockey forward and three-time U18 Team USA member, having earned gold, silver, and bronze medals on the international stage. A 2024 IIHF Women's World Championship Media All-Star and two-time Player of the Game, she’s represented the U.S. in 22 games, tallying 15 points. In high school, she was a five-time Suburban East Conference point leader, 2024 Ms. Hockey Minnesota Top 5 finalist, and the all-time assist leader for the Stillwater Ponies with 122 assists and over 230 career points. Josie also helped her youth team win the 2022 USA Hockey U16 Tier 1 National Championship and was named the 2019 YHH Sue Ring-Jarvi Player of the Year. Known for her vision, creativity, and relentless drive, she’s been recognized at every level she’s competed in. Now playing NCAA Division I hockey at Ohio State, she brings a legacy of leadership and excellence to the next chapter of her career.For more on Josie be sure to check out @jos_stmartin*SEASON 6 of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast is brought to you by Isophit. For more on Isophit, please check out isophit.com and @isophit -BE SURE to use coupon code BraunPR25% to save 25% on your Isophit order!**Season 6 of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast is also brought to you by Oro Muscles. For more on Oro, please check out www.oromuscles.com***Season 6 of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast is also brought to you by Firefly Recovery, the official recovery provider for Braun Performance & Rehab. For more on Firefly, please check out https://www.recoveryfirefly.com/ or email jake@recoveryfirefly.comEpisode Affiliates: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!Ice shaker affiliate link: https://www.iceshaker.com?sca_ref=1520881.zOJLysQzKeMake sure you SHARE this episode with a friend who could benefit from the information we shared!Check out everything Dan is up to by clicking here: https://linktr.ee/braun_prLiked this episode? Leave a 5-star review on your favorite podcast platform

In this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Mitch Toda to discuss his principles and frameworks for acute injury management in athletes, including soft tissue injuries vs joint injuries.In this episode, we’re joined by Mitch Toda, a seasoned sports medicine clinician and performance specialist with over 15 years of experience in elite soccer settings, including Major League Soccer, NCAA, and now the National Women’s Soccer League. Mitch currently serves as the Head Athletic Trainer for the North Carolina Courage, where he leads the club’s health and performance initiatives. He’s known for his player-first approach, interdisciplinary leadership, and commitment to developing holistic strategies that support athlete well-being and performance at the highest level. Mitch is also one of the co-hosts of the PSATS Podcast, where he helps spotlight insights from professionals across the world of soccer sports medicine.LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michita-toda?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=android_appPodcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/1NKowmamllSGDGRtWxKdi3?si=OxjwWOzAQN2QpC_rrXSlxQFor more on Mitch, be sure to follow @mitchtodaatc*SEASON 6 of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast is brought to you by Isophit. For more on Isophit, please check out isophit.com and @isophit -BE SURE to use coupon code BraunPR25% to save 25% on your Isophit order!**Season 6 of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast is also brought to you by Oro Muscles. For more on Oro, please check out www.oromuscles.com***Season 6 of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast is also brought to you by Firefly Recovery, the official recovery provider for Braun Performance & Rehab. For more on Firefly, please check out https://www.recoveryfirefly.com/ or email jake@recoveryfirefly.comEpisode Affiliates: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!Ice shaker affiliate link: https://www.iceshaker.com?sca_ref=1520881.zOJLysQzKeMake sure you SHARE this episode with a friend who could benefit from the information we shared!Check out everything Dan is up to by clicking here: https://linktr.ee/braun_prLiked this episode? Leave a 5-star review on your favorite podcast platform

In this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Paige Drake to discuss her journey in Track & Field. Paige Drake is a Division I athlete on the Women’s Track & Field team at Saint Francis University, where she’s currently a junior majoring in Nursing. Originally from the Pittsburgh, PA area, Paige has balanced the intense demands of collegiate athletics with a rigorous academic program—while also overcoming significant challenges with back pain along the way.In the 2023–2024 season, Paige has put up standout performances on the track. She placed fourth in the long jump at the NEC Outdoor Championships with a personal-best mark of 5.45m and helped secure a fourth-place finish in the 4x100m relay, clocking in at 48.08—good for ninth-best in Saint Francis history. She also competed at the Colonial Relays, where her 4x200 relay team ran a time of 1:43.87, the sixth-fastest in program history. Earlier in the season, she anchored a first-place finish in the 4x100 relay at the York College Twilight Meet.In today’s episode, we talk about her athletic journey, her experience navigating back pain, and what it takes to balance nursing school with high-level competition.For more on Paige, be sure to follow @_paigedrake_*SEASON 6 of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast is brought to you by Isophit. For more on Isophit, please check out isophit.com and @isophit -BE SURE to use coupon code BraunPR25% to save 25% on your Isophit order!**Season 6 of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast is also brought to you by Oro Muscles. For more on Oro, please check out www.oromuscles.com***Season 6 of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast is also brought to you by Firefly Recovery, the official recovery provider for Braun Performance & Rehab. For more on Firefly, please check out https://www.recoveryfirefly.com/ or email jake@recoveryfirefly.comEpisode Affiliates: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!Ice shaker affiliate link: https://www.iceshaker.com?sca_ref=1520881.zOJLysQzKeMake sure you SHARE this episode with a friend who could benefit from the information we shared!Check out everything Dan is up to by clicking here: https://linktr.ee/braun_prLiked this episode? Leave a 5-star review on your favorite podcast platform

In this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Missy Mitchell-McBeth to discuss conditioning considerations for volleyball athletes.Missy Mitchell-McBeth has over 20 years of experiencein the volleyball strength and conditioning space. She is the author of Developmental to Division I: Strength &Conditioning for the Volleyball Athlete and the owner of Missy Mitchell-McBeth Sports Performance, a consulting company that teaches sport coaches strength and conditioning principles they can adapt to any environment.Additionally, she serves as the Director of SportsPerformance at Fieldhouse Volleyball Club in the DFW metro area where she oversees the athletic development of all top level teams in the 11U through 18U age groups. Before her time at Fieldhouse, she spent 6 years as the Head Strength and Conditioning Coach at Byron Nelson High School in Trophy Club, Texas. While at Byron, she oversaw the development of 13 different sports and over 500 athletes, including the 2019 UIL 6A State Champion and USA Today#1 Ranked volleyball program. Earlier in her career, she was the Senior Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach at TCU in Fort Worth, TX for 7 years. There she handled the development of the Women's Indoor Volleyball, Women's Basketball, and Women's Golf programs.Before her time as a full-time strength andconditioning professional, Mitchell-McBeth was a High School volleyball coach for 4 years in Copperas Cove, Texas. She holds a Master's degree in Exercise Physiology from Baylor University, and holds SCCC, CSCS, USAW, FRC, and RPR-1 certifications. She and her husband, Brian - a high school coach, reside in the DFW area and have four dogs: Maui, Kona, Violet, and Indigo. In her free time, Missy enjoys playing beach volleyball. For more on Missy be sure to follow @missymmcbeth*SEASON 6 of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast is brought to you by Isophit. For more on Isophit, please check out isophit.com and @isophit -BE SURE to use coupon code BraunPR25% to save 25% on your Isophit order!**Season 6 of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast is also brought to you by Oro Muscles. For more on Oro, please check out www.oromuscles.com***Season 6 of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast is also brought to you by Firefly Recovery, the official recovery provider for Braun Performance & Rehab. For more on Firefly, please check out https://www.recoveryfirefly.com/ or email jake@recoveryfirefly.comEpisode Affiliates: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!Ice shaker affiliate link: https://www.iceshaker.com?sca_ref=1520881.zOJLysQzKeMake sure you SHARE this episode with a friend who could benefit from the information we shared!Check out everything Dan is up to by clicking here: https://linktr.ee/braun_prLiked this episode? Leave a 5-star review on your favorite podcast platform