
Strength In Knowledge
Join the R2P Academy team for in-depth and candid discussions on best practices, current concepts, and discussions on relevant topics in the world of physical therapy and rehabilitation.The host for the Strength In Knowledge Podcast is Dr. Zach Baker, the Chief Clinical Officer at Rehab 2 Perform and member of the R2P Academy.
Latest episodes

Sep 19, 2024 • 7min
Biggest Thing That Will Make Your Staff Unhappy
Dr. Josh Funk, an expert in business ownership and management, shares vital insights on keeping staff happy and motivated. He emphasizes the importance of transparency, discussing how striking the right balance can enhance employee satisfaction. Communication is key; leaders must prioritize understanding team strengths and maintaining open feedback. Funk uses a football team analogy to illustrate the power of two-way communication, highlighting how staff feedback can shape effective strategies and create a positive workplace environment.

Sep 12, 2024 • 36min
Mike Stella-The Movement Underground
Mike Stella, founder and owner of The Movement Underground discusses his start in at the Athletic Training world, his ten years of owning his business and what he has learned personally and professionally along the way.

Sep 5, 2024 • 7min
Don't Start a Business If...
Dr. Josh Funk highlights the 3 main reasons why you should NOT a start business. Starting your own company can be great, but if you fall victim to one of these three reasons, it may not go as planned.

Aug 29, 2024 • 14min
3 Biggest Mistakes Business Owners Make
Dr. Josh Funk, DPT discusses the 3 biggest mistakes he sees business owners make. DO NOT fall trap to these 3 things if you want to have a successful and profitable business.

Aug 22, 2024 • 5min
Your Patients DO NOT CARE About This...
Dr. Zach Baker. DPT and Dr. Josh Funk, DPT talk about the main things they have realized that their patient really don't care about. Stop wasting time and energy worrying about these things.

Aug 22, 2024 • 16min
Does FIFA 11+ Work For Injury Prevention?
Dr. Zach Baker is a Doctor of Physical Therapy specializing in sports clinical science, while Dr. Abbey Hammann focuses on injury prevention research. They discuss the efficacy of the FIFA 11+ program in injury risk mitigation, revealing significant reductions in lower extremity injuries when executed properly. The conversation also touches on Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport, emphasizing its effects on athlete health. They underscore the importance of structured, consistent warm-up routines to enhance athlete readiness and prevent injuries.

Aug 15, 2024 • 16min
ACL Rehab-Are You Really Ready?
Dr. Zach Baker, DPT, SCS and Dr. Seth Hawks, DPT discuss recent literature and pscyhological readiness to return to sport after ACL surgery. They also discuss updates to the NATA guidlines on Sickle Cell related illnesses with training.

Aug 1, 2024 • 34min
NYC based Physical Therapist-Dr. James Chung, DPT
Zach Baker sits down with Dr. James Chung, DPT to discuss his career as a physical therapist. They discuss early career revelations, trends in the physical therapy space, blending strength and conditioning principles to PT sessions and what they love about their jobs.

Jul 25, 2024 • 22min
Dr. Josh Funk Talks Remote PT, Cash Based Services and Utilizing Tech in Business
Dr. Josh Funk, DPT, owner of Rehab 2 Perform, answers questions from the mail bag. These questions include:-Should I do remote versus in person Physical Therapy?-Is cash or insurance based Physical Therapy better?-How do you integrate technology into business operations?Listen in to hear his experiences and thoughts on these hot topics!

Jul 18, 2024 • 18min
Return To Sport Testing and Exercise Recommendations Following Concussion
R2P Sports Resident Dr. Abbey Hammann, DPT discusses the recent literature updates on return to sport testing and exercise programming following concussions. Are we doing enough? Are we too conservative or aggressive with our approach? Abbey lays out two differen return to play models and discusses the expectations and processes associated with each.