In The RACK Podcast

In The RACK Podcast...Powered by ProForm Physical Therapy.   Dr. Chad and Dr. Nick bring you a special episode today about a particular topic that might be a little uncomfortable for some people to hear. Not only does it need to be said, but if you are one of those people that feels uncomfortable with this topic then you are the type of person that actually needs to listen to this one. The topic of today is a good way to end 2022 and start 2023. Its the topic of health shaming with an emphasis on respecting your own health as we dive into 2023. We also dive into some tips to help you navigate the upcoming holiday.  In 2022, we saw so many people in our community make huge strides on their health journey, and we certainly want to keep this rolling… However, in 2022, we also witnessed a culture that criticizes and shames you for giving unhealthy people a hard time, yet it “is totally fine” to make fun of people for “being healthy” by doing the boring small behaviors with pristine consistency. There is a double standard in our culture, especially in the US. We are told to be okay with your body, no matter what! But this discounts the reality that one’s current weight/body fat content could very well indicate diminished poor metabolic health!! This is NOT OK!!! It is one thing to be mentally stable with where you’re at and have plans in place to make strides toward a healthier you. We cannot continue on this train of “be okay in your own skin” if that means you’re continuing to live an unhealthy life! Ultimately, we want people to respect their health in 2023! We are NOT saying...go body shame people for being overweight! We want people to optimize their health. We want you to thrive, not just survive during your lifetime!! ___________________________________________ For more episodes, make sure to subscribe and tune in to our podcast. For other resources on our training, physical therapy and health/wellness tips, check out our Website, YouTube Channel, Instagram and of course our Facebook Page! Make sure to subscribe to our Newsletter to get all the updates about what we got going on here at ProForm.

In The RACK Podcast...Powered by ProForm Physical Therapy. In this Episode Chad and Nick have a special guest on the show by the name of Josh Fischer. Josh owns a strength and conditioning facility in Newburyport, MA called Tsunami Strength.  We have known Josh over the last 4 years and can say that this guy walks the walk and talks the talk! Josh grew up playing competitive soccer and wrestling, which drove him into his journey of health and fitness. Josh graduated from UMass Lowell with a degree in exercise physiology as well as nutrition.  Josh is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist through the NSCA and has had a lot of great mentors over the years. Josh works with a wide range of clientele including high school, college, and professional athletes, military and first responders, as well as anyone who just wants to live an active, healthy lifestyle When not training his clients, Josh is usually surfing, snowboarding, or participating in Spartan races.  In this episode we talk about Josh's training with his clients and the obstacles that he has had to overcome since opening up and running Tsunami Strength over the last 6 months.  For more information about Josh Fischer and Tsunami Strength visit his instagram at tsunami_strength or his website ! You can also contact Josh by email at tsunamistrengthllc@gmail.com or by phone at 978-406-9966. ___________________________________________For more episodes, make sure to subscribe and tune in to our podcast. For other resources on our training, physical therapy and health/wellness tips, check out our Website, YouTube Channel, Instagram and of course our Facebook Page!Make sure to subscribe to our Newsletter to get all the updates about what we got going on here at ProForm.

In The RACK Podcast...Powered by ProForm Physical Therapy.   Today we have a very special episode as today marks not only the 50th episode for us here on In The RACK Podcast, but it is our Halloween special episode where we share some scary stories with you. Dr. Chad and Dr. Nick are joined by Karyssa McCullough...Previously Shaw.  Unlike the story of the Sandersen Sisters in Hocus Pocus…These Stories are real. And in my opinion makes them even more scary. I know Dr. Nick has a scary story of a foot patient that can be very relatable to a lot of you.Karyssa talks about her journey of when she had her gallbladder removed. Dr. Chad on the other hand is going to talk about the scary story regarding the testosterone epidemic that men are facing in our modern day society. Testosterone Epidemic Blog: https://www.proformptma.com/blog/testosterone-epidemic Silverback Summit Link: https://www.silverbacksummit.com/ Podcast Ep. 47 with Ali Gilbert: https://www.proformptma.com/podcasts/in-the-rack-podcast/episodes/2147786085___________________________________________For more episodes, make sure to subscribe and tune in to our podcast. For other resources on our training, physical therapy and health/wellness tips, check out our Website, YouTube Channel, Instagram and of course our Facebook Page!Make sure to subscribe to our Newsletter to get all the updates about what we got going on here at ProForm.

In The RACK Podcast...Powered by ProForm Physical Therapy.   Dr. Chad and Dr. Nick bring you a special episode today about some things that we could do better with raising our children in modern day society. In the end it is on us as parents to make sure that we establish the right environment for our children to thrive in. We all want to be the best parents for our children and that can starts with us taking responsibility for their health.    Dr. Nick is a new dad to a beautiful son and gives his take on the journey that both him an his wife have been through over the last year. Dr. Chad has older children and gives his perspective on what he has implemented over the last 10 years.   Dad's...you don't get a pass on the health of your child. Yes...Your nutrition and quality of your health will impact the development of your child. This is not just on your wife!!   Many of the topics that we will cover in today's episode will include: Prenatal Vitamins Modern Day Food (seed oils, micronutrients, environmental factors) Toxin Exposures Clothing Natural Cleaning Agents Air Purifiers Water Filters Food Storage (Plastics) Wi-Fi (EMFs) Red Light Therapy Food/Environment Exposures (as it relates to sensitivities and allergies) Modern Medicines ...And Much More!!   We all inherently have parental instincts!! - WE HAVE BEEN DOING THIS FOR MILLIONS OF YEARS - However, the modern world and culture blocks that intuition sometimes. Go with your gut, weigh the risks and benefits, and make the choice that is right for you, your baby and your family.    ___________________________________________ For more episodes, make sure to subscribe and tune in to our podcast. For other resources on our training, physical therapy and health/wellness tips, check out our Website, YouTube Channel, Instagram and of course our Facebook Page! Make sure to subscribe to our Newsletter to get all the updates about what we got going on here at ProForm.

In The RACK Podcast...Powered by ProForm Physical Therapy.   In this Episode Chad and Nick get a little reckless In The RACK!!"If You Want It To Go Away...Don't Move" This is what a patient was told by her medical doctor. Both Dr. Chad and Dr. Nick dive back into the use of language as well as how this statement could not be farther from the truth! Dr. Chad talks about a patient that he had recently that was treated with the classic diagnosis of spinal stenosis. Not only was this patient not having relief with her treatments, but she was not being treated as an individual. Dr. Nick talks about a situation in which he had a phone conversation with someone that was very much misdiagnosed by his medical provider. This was a situation in which Dr. Nick saved this person from going through an unnecessary surgery. This happens all too often, especially when a patient has surgery prior to exploring conventional treatment like physical therapy. Having a patient stop a particular movement may not be bad advice as long as there is a plan to re-introduce that movement when appropriate. To tell someone that they should never do a particular movement ever again is not only bad advice, its reckless!! These stories are not only crazy, but they are reckless!It's reckless as a provider to be telling patients this type of harmful information!So...if you are a healthcare provider and are listening to this episode we just ask that you don’t be reckless with other people's health.Now for all of you patients that are listening…you shouldn’t put up with people who are reckless with yours!Make sure to listen to the end of the episode to find out who we have as a guest on next week's episode.   ___________________________________________ For more episodes, make sure to subscribe and tune in to our podcast. For other resources on our training, physical therapy and health/wellness tips, check out our Website, YouTube Channel, Instagram and of course our Facebook Page! Make sure to subscribe to our Newsletter to get all the updates about what we got going on here at ProForm.

In The RACK Podcast...Powered by ProForm Physical Therapy.   *** What you are about to hear in today’s episode of in the rack podcast contains explicit language and straight real talk between Ali and Chad and may not be suitable for all the listeners. You have been warned. Now let’s get into the RACK with The Ali Gilbert! ***   In This Episode of In The RACK Podcast, Chad sits down with his guest and coach Ali Gilbert live at the Perform Better Summit in Providence, RI. Ali is a Strength & Conditioning Coach that specializes in men's health and hormone optimization. She is also the proclaimed "Queen of Men's Health"!   Chad spends an hour "bro-out" session with Ali talking about the testosterone epidemic going on today as well as talk about how the medical system is failing to help these men feel "optimal". Chad also talks about his journey with the healthcare system and how it failed him as well as how Ali has helped him along his journey.   We talk in depth about the stigma that "fit" people have to deal with on a daily basis as well as hit up some nice food hacks that can help you to fight off some of those sweet tooth cravings.    Ali Gilbert Contact Info: Ali Instagram: @thealigilbert Ali Gilbert Website   If you want to learn more about testosterone for yourself then, Ali has an online Testosterone School that will be made available to you. Just tell her you heard about it from here as enrollment is currently closed.  And...If you want the ultimate man experience then check out her upcoming event called the Silverback Summit October 27-29 in Palm Beach Gardens, FL. You may even see me there!!    ___________________________________________ For more episodes, make sure to subscribe and tune in to our podcast. For other resources on our training, physical therapy and health/wellness tips, check out our Website, YouTube Channel, Instagram and of course our Facebook Page! Make sure to subscribe to our Newsletter to get all the updates about what we got going on here at ProForm.

In The RACK Podcast...Powered by ProForm Physical Therapy.     Have you ever gone to the internet to look for exercises to prescribe for your patients❓ Have you treated somebody who has come into the clinic and already has a self prescribed home program they got from YouTube❓ YouTube can be an excellent resource for exercises and information. However, is it appropriate for everyone❓ Are the exercises addressing the impairments❓ These are the questions that get answered in today’s episode where Dr. Chad is a guest on the Hand to Shoulder Podcast. Host, Steve Huft sits down with both Chad guests Andrew Walquist and Chad Burnham, as they discuss the most common exercises seen on YouTube for shoulder pain. They give their thoughts on these exercises and suggestions as to what they might do or change.  ___________________________________________ For more episodes, make sure to subscribe and tune in to our podcast. For other resources on our training, physical therapy and health/wellness tips, check out our Website, YouTube Channel, Instagram and of course our Facebook Page! Make sure to subscribe to our Newsletter to get all the updates about what we got going on here at ProForm.

In The RACK Podcast...Powered by ProForm Physical Therapy.   In this Episode Chad and Nick get a little reckless In The RACK!!Nick talks about a patient that had pain in both calves and was (mis)diagnosed with bilateral compartment syndrome! Fortunately, his provider referred him to physical therapy with us where he was well taken care of...But if this sounds like you then give this episode a listen.  Chad focuses his story on himself and his healthcare journey in the medical system over the last couple years. If you feel that the healthcare system has failed you then listen to what Chad did to advocate for his own health. If this sounds like you...Then you are not alone! These stories are not only crazy, but they are reckless!It's reckless as a provider to be telling patients this type of harmful information!So...if you are a healthcare provider and are listening to this episode we just ask that you don’t be reckless with other people's health.Now for all of you patients that are listening…you shouldn’t put up with people who are reckless with yours!Make sure to listen to the end of the episode to find out who we have as a guest on next week's episode.   ___________________________________________ For more episodes, make sure to subscribe and tune in to our podcast. For other resources on our training, physical therapy and health/wellness tips, check out our Website, YouTube Channel, Instagram and of course our Facebook Page! Make sure to subscribe to our Newsletter to get all the updates about what we got going on here at ProForm.

In The RACK Podcast...Powered by ProForm Physical Therapy.   In this Episode Chad is a guest on The Gooder Life Podcast with Jason Hamera and Ester Williams. On this episode we chat about the courage to go against the traditional model of both physical therapy and personal training as well as discuss some "must have's" if you want to succeed in building a fitness business.  A lot of great information in this episode. We even break down Ester's experience in a traditional PT setting and talk about the benefits of going against the grain. Chad emphasizes the importance of community, support, and most importantly...Being Yourself! ___________________________________________ For more episodes, make sure to subscribe and tune in to our podcast. For other resources on our training, physical therapy and health/wellness tips, check out our Website, YouTube Channel, Instagram and of course our Facebook Page! Make sure to subscribe to our Newsletter to get all the updates about what we got going on here at ProForm.

In The RACK Podcast...Powered by ProForm Physical Therapy.   In this Episode Chad has on the show a man by the name of Isaac Lewis. Isaac is the Co-Founder of a company called Ancore Training that was established in 2019 and is local to us!! The Ancore Training system is a portable cable unit that not only saves tons of space, but it is ver adaptable to many mounting positions...Oh Yeah and very affordable. We talk with Isaac about the evolution of Ancore as well as what the vision of Ancore looks like. Since 2019, Ancore has grown considerably and is a great product for anyone. We have the Ancore Pro in our facility and love it.  We also talk about today's healthcare system and what Isaac went through with his shoulder while playing baseball. Isaac is from Canada so it was great to hear another perspective on the pros and cons of different healthcare systems.  For more information on the Ancore system check out their website here, or their instagram at ancoretraining. You can also check out their location at 96 Swampscott Rd Unit 7, Salem, MA.  If after listening to this episode you are interested in the Ancore system then use the code "PROFORMPT" for 10% off your order. You will not be disappointed! ___________________________________________For more episodes, make sure to subscribe and tune in to our podcast. For other resources on our training, physical therapy and health/wellness tips, check out our Website, YouTube Channel, Instagram and of course our Facebook Page!Make sure to subscribe to our Newsletter to get all the updates about what we got going on here at ProForm.