The Milwaukee Sports Performance Podcast

2021 was a crazy year! At Kinetic, we have been no different than anywhere else. There have been highs, there have been lows, a lot of growth and a lot of lessons learned. Today Michael shares his biggest lessons from 2021 that he will take and apply into 2022. Whether you are an athlete looking to improve and maximize your potential this year, a student trying to grow and reach a career goal or an active adult looking to grow and develop in 2022, these insights may help you build a plan and learn some of my lessons from the last year.

In this episode, I am joined by Terry Phillips, the in-house physical therapist at Driveline Baseball, and recently, he’s been killing the internet game with amazing memes. At Driveline, Terry has the opportunity to support countless baseball players at all levels from high school, college to professional. Do you see any commonalities or key performance indicators of the best throwers?What is the first thing that comes to mind when you hear “arm care”?What do you think about the current “market” or business opportunity to purchase online “arm care” programs?PT’s role in caring for these high level throwersWhen guys are chasing velocity goals, do you expect them to feel great all the time?How do you decide when a player should stop throwing completely vs. modify a throwing program?His take on the Tommy John surgeryDon’t miss out on this unique PT perspective of keeping high velocity throwers healthy! Whether you’re a fellow PT or in a throwing sport yourself, you’ll find this episode intriguing from beginning to end.

In this episode, we are joined by Matt Gifford, Matt is the Performance Director at Ethic Sports Performance inside the new OAW Indoor Facility in New Berlin. Matt is almost universally known as “the speed guy” around the Milwaukee area, and he has helped countless athletes improve speed and enhance their overall athletic performance.Matt and I discuss:His philosophy for developing all around athletes in the weight roomCore principles within his training philosophy across all the athletes he works withWhy speed is so important in team sportHow Matt approaches developing speed in athletes Lessons that athletes can take from the weight room and apply to their sport and life outside of sportHow Matt got started in strength and conditioning, You will really enjoy this episode if you are an athlete that is looking to improve your performance, especially your speed, or if you are interested in the strength and conditioning field and improving as a coach working with athletes.

In this episode, we are joined by Abby, a registered dietitian that operates Midwest Sports Nutrition. Abby specializes in helping athletes, particularly track and cross country athletes, fuel for performance, develop positive nutrition habits and a healthy relationship with food. Abby and I discuss:What performance nutrition isCommon myths and misconceptions about sports nutritionWhat is different about nutrition for athletes and nutrition for the general publicTips for fueling for practice and competitionKeys to nutrition for injury recovery Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport, what is it, why it matters and what we can do about itAnytime I learn something new in a podcast, I know it will be a great episode. I learned a lot in this episode so I know you will enjoy it.

In this episode, I am joined by Sydney Cope, our newest physical therapist at Kinetic Sports Medicine and Performance for a long overdue podcast. Sydney has been with us for a little over 6 months now and has been a great addition to our team!Sydney moved to Milwaukee from Baltimore, MD and has a background as a division 1 lacrosse player and now is an avid runner. Today we discuss:How she got into physical therapyAdvice for any athletes that want to play college sportsHer experience with the mental side of injuryCommon strategies she uses when treating runnersRunning injury myths that drive her crazy!Tips for students that want to be a sports physical therapistIf you haven’t gotten to know Sydney at our clinic yet, this is a great opportunity to get to know her and she shares a lot of helpful information for runners, athletes dealing with injury or playing college sports.

In this episode, I am joined by Sean Smith. Sean is the owner and director of STiKS baseball academy in Waukesha and the head baseball coach at Catholic Memorial High School. Prior to opening STiKS, Sean had a successful high school, college and professional baseball career. Sean and I dive into:The difference between high school baseball and travel baseballCurrent trends in baseball player development in WisconsinKeys to getting recruited as a high school baseball playerWhat to look at in a school when you are getting recruitedThe difference he sees between “elite” baseball player and “good” baseball playersThe importance of playing multiple sports to help develop as a baseball playerIf you are a baseball player or the parent of a baseball player, this episode has a lot of key takeaways about coaching, making decisions on where to play and how to develop.

We are excited to have an episode about adult fitness with Amy Friese, the Head Coach at Orangetheory Fitness – Delafield. Amy brings lots of energy and years of experience not only to her clients and training environment as well as to this podcast! So enjoy!Amy had originally started working in the corporate world and made the shift to fitness and nutrition. On top of helping others achieve their wellness goals, Amy is also a competitive triathlete!Topics discussed today include:How Amy got into fitness coaching and what led her to Orange TheoryThe science behind Orangetheory workoutsWhy they track heart rate during sessions, and what that meansWhat to expect during a training session at OrangetheoryAmy shares about her fitness and triathlon experiencesClient success storiesAmy discusses the benefits of having a close relationship with a physical therapist to not only treat injury, but prevent it to keep you performing at your bestAnd much moreI had so much fun doing this podcast with Amy, and I hope you enjoyed it too!

I speak with Evan Kruzcynski. Evan went to Franklin High School, played baseball at Eastern Carolina University and now is a pitcher with the St. Louis Cardinals organization. Evan and I dive in deep on his baseball journey. Evan really opens up and shares some of keys to his success (some of these will surprise you!). We talk about playing multiple sports growing up, the college recruiting process, how he selected Eastern Carolina University, what it was like going through the draft and how his career as a professional pitcher has progressed. He also talks about what he has learned about pitching, and some of the problems that he sees with the current youth system and pitcher development. Evan doesn’t hold anything back in this interview and is very open and honest about the highs and lows of his baseball journey and shares a lot of advice that any youth athlete with goals of playing in college or beyond would benefit from.

Today we are joined by Muskego High School Head Girls Track Coach Jerome Missiaen. Jerome is the girls sprints and hurdles coach. He has led the team to multiple conference and regional titles over the years.Today Jerome and I discuss:What led him to become a coach as well as his background as a teacherHe talks about his coaching philosophyThe importance of understanding body mechanics and building on them progressively to move the body well.The importance of quality training versus quantity training, especially when dealing with an action such as sprinting that causes neural fatigueHow he builds an athlete up over the course of 4 yearsHe shares about his approach to positivity and how that helps you perform as a athlete!And much moreI really enjoyed this conversation with Jerome and I feel that what he shares about his philosophy on coaching and biomechanics can apply to more than just training to be a sprinter or hurdler!To learn more about Muskego Track and Field you can follow them on Instagram at: @muskegoxctfAt Kinetic Sports Medicine and Performance, we help track and field athletes return-to-sport and maximize their performance. Over the past 3 years we have helped 3 athletes trying to qualify for the Olympics, 5 college track and field athletes and over 30 high school competitors. We see athletes for a variety of conditions, from nagging aches and pains that are affecting your ability to train and compete at 100% to significant injuries that are keeping you out of competition. Contact Us Today to set up a FREE injury consultation and learn how we can help you achieve your goals.

We are excited to bring you another episode with Jack Hackett, where we discuss injury prevention for runners! Jack joined us on two previous episodes of the podcast: this episode, where we discussed all things running including foot striking and cadence, and later this episode was about lactate threshold training. If you haven’t listened to either episode, you should take the time to go back and listen as there was a lot of valuable information for runners of all levels. Today, we are going to dive into injury prevention tips for runners.Jack was an exercise physiology major and a collegiate runner at Marquette university for four years, where he ran cross country and the distance events in track. Following his time at Marquette, he continued to train and run professionally for a brief period before an injury kept him from going further. Beyond running, Jack has worked at Performance Running owns, operates, and is the head coach of Infinity Run Co.Injury prevention topics discussed today include:Running mileage progressionThe decision between keeping average mileage high or low and the benefitsThe benefits of an active warm-up and strength training for runnersHe shares recent research on the benefits of “foot core” exercises and injury prevention for runnersHe discusses the question if changing foot strike or cadence helps with injury preventionA coaching perspective and what research says about stretching and foam rollingAnd more!

Today we are joined by Kristin Khail a local personal trainer and nutritionist in the Delafield area. Kristin has been a life long athlete and exerciser that initially started in the business world before chasing her passion into nutrition and fitness.Today Kristin and I discuss:Her journey from corporate finance to a career in fitnessTips for new exercisers joining a gym for the first timeExercise advice for people with a weight loss goalNutrition tips for someone trying to lose weightWhat “healthy eating” actually meansWhy there is no “right” diet but the key to success is actually life style changes and habitsHer go to quick breakfastAnd much moreI really enjoyed this conversation with Kristin and I know you can learn a lot about nutrition and fitness from this episode.

In this episode, Michael and Lauren talk through the differences between athletic training and physical therapy. We are both proud athletic trainers at heart that then went back to physical therapy school. We try to share our unique insight having both worked professional as certified athletic trainers prior to becoming physical therapists.Specifically we cover:The many hats athletic trainers have to wearThe difference in mindset from athletic training to physical therapySome of the major differences between the jobsSome of the major similarities and overlap between the professionsHow athletes should use both type of professionals to get the optimal outcomeHow these two professions can work together to help provide the best careWhy every high school player should bring their high school athletic trainer a cookieWe hope this episode is helpful in clearing up some of the misunderstandings about these two professions. We hope it gives useful guidance to athletes and families on how to utilize these to great professions and finally, we hope it sheds some light on the differences for any high school students that are debating what they want to do when they grow up.Listen to today’s episode above, on apple podcasts or on Spotify by searching for The Milwaukee Sports Performance Podcast.At Kinetic we are very proud that we use our knolwedge as both athletic trainers and physical therapists to treat our patients and hep them return back to the activities that they love. We believe in treating the whole athlete. Additionally, we believe in working together as a team with those surrounding your care (nutritionist, athletic trainer, physician, etc.) to maximize your experience and ensure you have a plan to keep you healthy, out of pain, and active! If you are interested in learning more about our patient care philosophy and services, click the underlined links to take you to the associated pages. Contact us to schedule your visit today!

Tune in as the PTs at Kinetic go over their thoughts and experiences with athletes training in regards specifically to speed and agility.

In this episode we are joined by Cale Brown. Cale is a track and field coach at Carthage college in Kenosha, WI. We talk about all things sprinting/jumping as it relates to T&F as well as a few of Cale’s coaching principles and insights into coaching high level athletes. Specifically we discuss: - How Cale got into T&F coaching - A few overarching principles to guide his coaching - The relationship between sprinting and jumping in T&F - The value of jogging for sprinters/jumpers - The importance of the penultimate step in jumping - Cale’s advice to current athletes that he wish he knew when was younger This is a great episode for coaches, clinicians, and athletes to learn more about sprinting and jumping, their relationships, and how they can be applied to your training. If you were ever curious what’s inside the mind of a college T&F coach, this episode is for you. To learn more about Cale and what he’s doing, follow him on YouTube and Instagram @coachcale.tf where you can find training tips, drills, and more!

In today’s episode we are joined by Buzzy Brown where he shares his story of recovering from an achilles tendon repair as well as his own perspective in what it takes to be elite. Buzzy is not only a competitive track & field athlete, he is a sports performance coach, dance instructor, and physical education teacher in Milwaukee, WI. Buzzy shares: - His own background in competitive T&F and interest in sports performance training - The hardest part about early rehab - Motivation during recovery and strategies to keep yourself on the right track physiclally and mentally - The most exciting part about the recovery process so far - What it takes to not only return to sport, but return to performance - What he has learned about himself and his training throughout the recover process as well as his advice to anyone going through a sports injury Buzzy offers a very unique perspective being that he is not only a competitive athlete with elite aspirations, but that he is a coach and teacher himself. This episode is a great opportunity to gain insight in what it takes to return to performance physically and mentally. Whether you are a coach, clinician, or athlete, you will surely get a lot out of this podcast. To follow along with Buzzy’s journey even further and help support him, find him @buzzyb2021 on Instagram and https://makeachamp.com/buzzyb2020

In today’s episode we are joined by Brandon Ferstl where we talk about principles of speed, agility, and quickness. Brandon is the Director of Performance at Elite Sports Performance in Sun Prairie, WI. He has a wide-ranging skill set in strength and conditioning working with athletes of all ages and abilities as well as specialist certifications in Track & Field and golf. Although he currently works in the private sector, he does provide knowledge and experience training in NCAA Division 1 athletics as well. In today’s episode we discuss: - Key differences between private sector and collegiate strength & conditioning - Brandon’s coaching philosophies when working with youth athletes - Differences between speed and agility - Brandon’s thought process behind designing and implementing an example SAQ session - How to progress SAQ training over weeks-months - How to blend S&C and SAQ training together If you are a coach, clinician, or athlete looking to learn more about the S&C world, specifically about speed, agility, and quickness training, you are going to learn a lot from this episode. You may even need to listen to it a few times and take notes along the way as you should walk away with some things you can implement at work the next day. Connect with Brandon on Instagram @brandon1stl to see more about what he’s up to or connect with an expert in the field.

In our first "kinetic roundtable" our staff goes through questions we recieved online about ACL Rehab and we discuss topics relevant to appropriate ACL rehab in athletes

Today we talk with Robb Lamb from Seattle about ACL Rehab. Robb is an athletic trainer and strength and conditioning coach that works with athletes recovering from ACL injury.

Today we talk with Sports Dietitian Nicole Kerneen of Way of Life Nutrition about nutritional principles in athletes, common mistakes athletes make with nutrition, why breakfast is important, the importance of meal timing, pre and post workout nutrition, and nutrition for injured athletes. This episode is packed full of information and no matter your athletic or wellness goals, you will be able to take some helpful information from this episode.

Today I am joined by Sam Price a local basketball player and coach who shares her injury recovery story. Sam initially rehabbed from an Achilles Tear and then had to follow up it with rehabbing from an ACL injury.

In this episode, we are joined by Ty Peccioli, the pitching coach and head strength coach for the Milwaukee HALOs baseball club. Ty played D3 college baseball and developed gradually to position himself to play baseball professionally after college. Eventually, back injuries cut his career short, which opened the door to him becoming a pitching coach. Specifically, Ty and I discuss: How his role as pitching coach and strength coach overlap to aid development His pathway for pitchers to develop Common mechanical faults he sees in young pitchers His process to correct pitchers mechanics Mistakes in development that young players make His perspective on rising arm injuries How he has modified his program to help pitchers stay healthy This is a great podcast episode for any young pitcher. Ty is doing a great job in the Milwaukee area helping pitchers improve their performance with a holistic model for development. You can learn more and contact Ty: Instagram - @TP3performance Website - Riseperformance.org  Are you a baseball player that is serious about your development or overcoming an injury? At Kinetic Sports Medicine and Performance, we specialize in helping baseball players stay healthy, recover from injury and improve their performance. Schedule a free 15 minute discovery call with one of our doctors of physical therapy to learn more about how we can help. How to Keep Your Arm Healthy Course (Free)

In this episode we are joined by Ian Bennett, professional indoor soccer player for the Milwaukee Wave and soccer coach in the Milwaukee area. Ian has had a successful soccer career, playing at Marian College before pursuing a professional career. Ian has played at a high level professionally starting in 2007 and highlighted by a 2021 major arena soccer league MVP award. Here Ian and I discuss: His soccer journey from Canada to star player for the Milwaukee Wave How he transitioned from outdoor soccer to indoor soccer Skills that transfer from indoor soccer to outdoor soccer The challenges of transitioning from playing soccer to coaching soccer How youth soccer has changed from when he was growing up His development approach for youth players The current recruiting landscape for youth soccer and how it is impacted by NIL The keys to his longevity as a soccer player Mistakes he sees young players make in development and taking care of their body This is a great episode with unique insights into both the playing side and coaching side of soccer.  Ian is currently expanding his private coaching business into a new space in Hartland, Wisconsin. You can learn more about Ian and what he has going on online on instagram @ianbennet26 or at his website https://www.ib26bennett.com/ Are you a soccer player dealing with pain or injuries? We’d love to help. Our team of performance physical therapists specialize in helping athletes return-to-sport and maximize their performance.  Schedule a free discovery call today with one of our Doctors of Physical Therapy to get clarity on how we can help you reach your goals! ACL Post-Op Course (Free)

Today we are joined by Greg Reinhard, current owner of the GRB Academy and former professional baseball player. Greg has years of experience growing up playing youth baseball in Wisconsin and then ultimately at University of Wisconsin Whitewater before being drafted in the 6th round by the Tampa Bay Rays. While he was playing baseball Greg started coaching to make extra money in the offseason, and after his career he started the GRB Academy. Now GRB has organizations in multiple states around the Midwest and has helped over 425 players play college baseball and has had 26 players drafted.  Greg and I discuss: His baseball journey and how he ended up owning his own baseball academy What it is like to transition from playing to coaching His philosophy to help players develop Current trends he sees in the year-round baseball schedule Things you should look for when picking a travel baseball club Key things for players to focus on if they want to play college baseball His thoughts on the current increase in arm injuries in baseball His biggest “pet peeves” for baseball players How Greg is trying to give back to the Madison community through youth athletics Greg has a wealth of knowledge on all aspects of baseball and gives a lot of great insight in this podcast.  You can learn more about GRB Baseball or on social media @grbraysbaseball You can also find out more about Greg’s family foundation and charitable mission. If you are a baseball player who is dealing with pain, injury or you just want to stay healthy, set up a  free discovery call with one of our doctors of physical therapy today! In this 15 minute call we will dive into what is going on and get you clarity on next steps you should take to reach your goals.

What is with the rise this season in the injuries to pitchers? There has been a huge spike in this early season period in arm injuries to pitchers. What's going on? During this episode, Dr. Michael talks about: Tommy John Surgery Spencer Strider, Shohei Ohtani, Garret Cole and Clayton Kershaw's opinions Why injuries are increasing in the pros Why injuries are increasing in the younger levels What you can do to minimize your own risk of injury Read our recent blog to learn more from Dr. Michael, and check out our resources to see how you can reduce your chances of being injured this season!  How to Keep Your Arm Healthy Course

Get ready for an exciting season of baseball as spring approaches! Whether you're a high school or college player, this article will help you gear up for the action ahead. It is the start of baseball season in Wisconsin this week, and at Kinetic we have had a serious influx of baseball players coming through our doors with sore arms! In this episode of Milwaukee Sports Performance Podcast, Dr. Michael dives into 4 common trends we are seeing of mistakes that might be contributing to the arm pain these players are seeing early in the season. What you'll find in this episode: Weekly routines to keep your arm healthy and safe Pitch count progressions as the season builds How to handle the beginning of baseball season Did you find this helpful? Share it with a teammate! Let's help more players stay ON the field and maximize their performance this year. Wondering what to do to keep your arm healthy all season long this year? Take our free course on exactly that, where you'll learn warm ups and specific drills designed and proven to reduce the risk of an arm injury. How to Keep Your Arm Healthy Course

In this episode, I am talking with Ben Shepherd, Co-Director of FC Wisconsin Boys Soccer about the college soccer recruiting process. Ben has served in coaching roles at various collegiate levels and now at the youth club level and offers a broad perspective on this subject. Ben offers up some unique insights of how to best communicate coaches, things that help your college recruiting process, and even some things that don’t! Ben and I specifically discuss: When players should start thinking about and initiating their college recruiting process What a player's initial contact should look like as they reach out to a coach for the first time. How to find the right college and soccer program fit for you What you can do to increase your visibility to college coaches What a parent’s role should be in the recruiting process What are some specific things you need to know about the NCAA college process such as contact timelines, transfer portal, international athletes and more! What are things that coaches notice about players (hint . . . positive and negative) And much more! With Ben’s experience of developing players, recruiting and coaching players for the college game he offers a lot of unique insights that would help any athlete have a great college recruiting process. Yes some of this is soccer oriented, but I think any athlete and their parents would benefit from listening to this podcast! You can learn more about Ben Shepherd and FC Wisconsin on: Social media @fcwisconsinnationals At their website https://fcwisconsin.com At Kinetic Sports Medicine and Performance we enjoy supporting athletes to help them stay healthy and perform at their best! From free injury consultations to performance assessments and training programs in our Athlete Performance Lab, we are here to help you feel better, move better and perform better!

In this episode, I am joined by Zechariah Diemert, director of ETS Performance Lake Country that is opening in April. Zechariah is originally from Washington state where he grew up and attended Eastern Washington. He studied Exercise Science and Sports Administration while also having the opportunity to work with many of the D1 athletes at Eastern Washington.   ETS Performance is an exciting new sports performance facility that will be opening in Lake Country in April. In today's episode, Zechariah shares some details on his training philosophy and what athletes can expect when training with him at ETS.  Specifically we cover: What he looks at when he evaluates athletes How he modifies a training philosophy for novice and advanced athletes What sport-specific training means to him Why athletes need to prioritize training in-season How he structures training sessions and weeks around busy sports schedules To learn more about ETS Performance Lake Country, you can follow them @ets.lakecountry.wi  Or checkout their website www.etsperformance.com/lake-country You can listen to this episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or listen below.  If you are an athlete in the Lake Country area and are currently being limited by managing injury, we’d love to help. At Kinetic Sports Medicine and Performance, we specialize in helping athletes return-to-play and maximize their performance after injuries. Schedule a free 15-min call with one of our physical therapists today! ACL Post-Op Masterclass

I have been thinking and talking about speed a lot in the clinic lately.  Personally, I have been speed training for golf this winter. Every golfer I work with has been asking about speed training as part of their rehab process or off season plan. But outside of just golf, our baseball players have been working on improving throwing velocity and exit velocity as they prepare for winter showcases and the upcoming season.  We just spoke about the need to incorporate top end speed sprinting to soccer players as part of their hamstring injury prevention program.  It doesn’t matter what sport you play, speed is a key factor for improving performance.  So how do you get faster? In today's episode, I cover several different factors to getting faster, and some common mistakes we see people make when they work on speed.  How to manage fatigue Why your sprints aren’t working Scheduling speed training in your daily and weekly schedule How skill impacts your speed  Interested in getting more help and guidance in your sport journey? Set up a free 15-min call today to get clarity on exactly what you need to do to accomplish your rehab or sports performance goals.  Active Golf Warm Up

Today we are joined by our guest Ryan Roehl. In addition to being a Kinetic Sports Medicine Alumni, Ryan is a current redshirt freshman pitcher at St. Cloud State baseball. Ryan overcame numerous injuries in high school, including Tommy John his senior year to achieve his goal of playing college baseball. But Ryan is much more than a college athlete, he is also an entrepreneur that owns and operates a content creation company: Ryan Roehl Media.  Today Ryan and I discuss: His experience as a high school baseball player and managing injuries His advice for current players on how to manage the expectations of high school and club baseball coaches What led him to switch baseball clubs in the middle of his high school career Why persistence was so important to his recruiting process His Tommy John story  Recommendations for players to adjust to life as a college baseball player How he used Tommy John rehab as a positive to start his own business Learn more about Ryan: @ryanroehlmedia Are you a baseball player that is dealing with injuries? We help high school, college and professional baseball players overcome injuries and return to performance. Schedule a free 15 minute discovery call with our founder, Dr. Michael, to learn more about our approach to baseball rehab and to see if it is a fit with your needs and goals.  FREE How to Keep Your Arm Healthy Course

Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy with Dr. Paige - Why Leaking Isn’t The New Norm In this episode we talk with Dr. Paige Graham about pelvic floor physical therapy. Paige is a well established PT in our practice who has gone through a considerable amount of continuing education in women’s health, specifically pelvic floor physical therapy. Today Dr. Paige and I are going to delve into a specific area of pelvic floor PT that is more common than you think, leaking! Dr. Paige and I specifically discuss: What got her into pelvic floor physical therapy Some misconceptions about pelvic floor physical therapy How common are pelvic floor issues How to identify if you are experiencing any pelvic floor problems why they go underrecognized When you should seek help We explain what is “leaking” and when you often experience those symptoms, as well as common approaches to addressing the issue Dr. Paige breaks down what a pelvic floor physical therapy session might look like so you know what to expect She explains that pelvic floor strength is important in all the things that you do, therefore pelvic floor physical therapy is often not just about your pelvis, but addressing the bigger picture of how that functions in all the things you do Did you know your pelvic floor is working even when you are doing a biceps curl? And more! I really appreciate Dr. Paige sharing her insight on pelvic floor physical therapy! And to appreciate that both women and men (yes, men too) do not have to accept these symptoms as normal, and that there are things you can do! You can listen to this podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. At Kinetic Sports Medicine and Performance we enjoy supporting women (and men) and helping them understand their pelvic floor needs and to feel supported! From free injury consultations to full assessments, we are here to help you feel better, move better and do what you enjoy without symptoms! Return to Running Scorecard

In this episode, Dr. Michael and Coach Jack Hackett of Infinity Running Co get into 5 easy and effective tips to get you running your fastest 5K yet! Here's what they discuss in depth: Setting Clear Goals Varying Your Training Intensity Incorporating Strength Training Focusing on Speed Workouts Prioritizing Rest and Recovery Ready to put these tips to the test? Sign up for Your Fastest 5K hosted by Infinity Running Co. Saturday, Feb. 17th in Milwaukee to come out and get your PR!  Race Sign Up Link : https://runsignup.com/Race/WI/Milwaukee/YourFastest5k   More info mentioned in this episdoe:   Infinity Running Co: https://infinityrunco.com   First Ventilatory Threshold Blog: https://infinityrunco.com/blog/vt1   Pacing Blog: https://infinityrunco.com/blog/pacing

Today we are joined by Lance Matthews. Lance has been the head coach for Muskego Girls Soccer for the past 6 years, and has won 3 state championships as well as been nationally ranked at various times throughout his tenure. Additionally, Lance is a Chemistry teacher at Muskego High School. So he is around high school athletes day in and day out, and has found a way to build a very successful program. I am excited to share some of his insights of what has made his program and players so successful!  In this podcast we specifically discuss:  Lance’s background in soccer and what got him into coaching His experience as a Chemistry teacher and why he chose that area of study (and why Dr. Lauren didn’t!) What his vision and experience has been with the team over the years How Lance finds balance for his players knowing that they have school, club soccer, other sports, Prom, etc.  What are some of the things that he feels has helped make his program successful What were some influences on him as he shaped his coaching style Why Muskego Girls Soccer and other sports invest the time into strength training and active warm ups in their program Lance’s ACL Injury, his rehab experience, and its effect on him as a coach And more! Lance is a great coach with a lot of experience and knowledge to draw from. He offers great perspectives that I think both players and parents would benefit from hearing!  You can listen to this podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, or here on this page! You can learn more about Lance’s team on social media @muskego.girls.soccer At Kinetic Sports Medicine and Performance we enjoy supporting teams and athletes to help them stay healthy and perform at their best! From free injury consultations to performance assessments and training programs in our Athlete Performance Lab, we are here to help you feel better, move better and perform better! Schedule your visit today!

In this episode, I am talking with Ben Shepherd, Co-Director of FC Wisconsin Boys Soccer about his philosophies and experience with youth soccer development. Originally from England, Ben has experiences both internationally and domestically with the game of soccer. Ben has served in coaching roles at various collegiate levels and now at the youth club level. With his broad view of soccer, Ben offers up some great thoughts on the game, ways we can continue to develop youth soccer as a whole, and some good perspectives for both players and parents to hear.  Ben and I specifically discuss: His background in soccer as a youth player in England and how he was exposed to the game English soccer culture His transition to the US and into college soccer Coaching on the collegiate level Ben’s advice to players/parents of players that are thinking about playing college soccer Things to consider as you are looking at various programs and levels Ben’s transition to youth soccer coaching His views on the youth soccer landscape and what can be done to improve the quality of the experience and instruction Ben explains FC Wisconsin’s coaching/club philosophy Why FC Wisconsin invests time and resources for player wellness Ben’s advice to players of how to get started with their collegiate recruiting process, and their role in that experience.  Ben is a great coach with a lot of experience and knowledge to draw from. He offers great perspectives that I think both players and parents would benefit from hearing! Even if your child doesn’t play soccer but is interested in playing a sport in college, his advice is great advice no matter what - and is well worth the listen! You can listen to this podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. You can learn more about FC Wisconsin on: Social media @fcwisconsinnationals At their website https://fcwisconsin.com At Kinetic Sports Medicine and Performance we enjoy supporting teams and athletes to help them stay healthy and perform at their best! From free injury consultations to performance assessments and training programs in our Athlete Performance Lab, we are here to help you feel better, move better and perform better!

This episode, we are joined by Ben Heller, a reliever that just finished the 2023 baseball season as a reliever for the Atlanta Braves. If you are not familiar with Ben’s story, he just completed his 10th season as a professional baseball player after being drafted in the 22nd round out of Olivet Nazarene.   Ben is incredibly generous with his time today sharing a lot of information that is directly applicable to any baseball player that wants to try to play at the next level.  Ben and I discuss: Recapping his 2023 Season: What it was like to make it back to the big leagues His experience pitching against his hometown team, the Milwaukee Brewers His proudest moment looking back at the success he had in 2023 Mechanics and Pitch Design: Why he made mechanical changes His process to make the mechanical changes stick How long it took him to trust his mechanics on the mound The new pitch he learned Ben’s process to learning and incorporating a new pitch into his repertoire  How many pitches a high school pitcher should learn How a high school player should design their pitch arsenal  Baseball Development: Why Ben feels he is the best baseball player he has ever been in year 10 The importance of mindset in baseball development How a high school and college baseball player should look at their year to improve their development This episode is a must listen (maybe a couple of times through) for any high school or college baseball player that is looking to improve and develop to play at the next level. Ben gives so many insights into what he sees can make successful baseball players and he shares personal stories about his baseball journey.   How to Keep Your Arm Healthy Course

Goal setting is key for any person that wants to improve at performance, athletics, fitness or health and wellness. It is crucial to have a mix of outcome goals and process-oriented goals.  But what happens when you don’t reach your goals? Did you fail? Definitely not, as long as you learn what happened, why you missed your goals and use the “failure” to grow and hit your goals next year.  In this podcast episode, I walk through what I did when I missed my goal this year.  Step 1: Debrief on what happened Step 2: Gather data to build a better plan Step 3: Learn from mistakes and set new goals for next year Step 4: Execute I go into much more detail about what specifically I learned from my “failure” this year and what I’m going to change going into next year. P.S. One of the biggest issues for achieving my goal was an injury. If you are dealing with pain or injury that is holding you back from reaching your goals, I’d love to chat. Schedule a call with me where I can try to get you pointed in the right direction so that injuries don’t hold you back next year! ACL Rehab Masterclass

In this episode, we talk with Jake Van Fleet about training for the New York City Marathon. Jake is a PGA of America member and currently an Assistant Golf Professional at Skokie Country Club. This is the second marathon that Jake has prepared for and he has a lot of insights about what he has done differently this time! Specifically, Jake and I cover: What he has changed preparing for this marathon compared to his last How he has changed his running shoe approach The hardest part of training for a marathon How he balanced training, family time and his job More information about PGA Reach and the causes it supports If you would like to learn more about training for a marathon, check out our other podcasts about marathons with a physical therapist, nutritionist, and running coach!  Learn more about PGA Reach, and if you would like to donate to support Jake and the PGA reach mission, check it out here.  If you are training for a Marathon and dealing with pain or injuries, we would love to help! Schedule a free 15 minute discovery call with our founder Dr. Michael Falk, PT. Running Checkilst Free Download

  In this episode hosted by Dr. Lauren, we are talking with Dr. Michael about shoulder instability rehabilitation. Hopefully you have had the opportunity to listen to our previous podcast with Dr. Chris Kilian about the medical management of shoulder instability, but for this episode we are going to take a deep dive into conservative (non-operative) and post-operative physical therapy for shoulder instability. In today’s conversation, we specifically discuss: Dr. Michael’s recent experience when he dislocated his shoulder, and how he chose to rehabilitate it Why someone might choose physical therapy versus operative management for an unstable shoulder Things you can expect with non-operative management for shoulder instability What non-operative and post-operative physical therapy might “look like” What does end-stage rehab or preparing to return to the “field” look like, especially for contact athletes How to know you are ready to return to your sport or activities What are some tests that can be done to assess your progress and readiness to return to sport And some pearls of wisdom from Dr. Michael as he reflects on his injury and rehabilitation This is a great episode that gives you the opportunity to have an insider's view of the rehab process for an unstable shoulder. A physical therapist going through his own rehab process hits different! As with all podcasts, we are discussing general recommendations and guidelines, but we highly recommend you consult with a medical professional or qualified physical therapist in person to discuss your specific situation.  Are you an athlete that has struggled with shoulder pain or instability? We would love to help! Schedule a free 15 minute consultation with one of our Doctors of Physical Therapy. Free Golf Warm Up Download

I went through my first major injury rehab in about 20 years after recently dislocating my shoulder. It was the first major injury that I had the opportunity to “rehab” myself since going through physical therapy school. In this episode, I want to share some of the lessons that I learned by going through the rehab process and injury. This podcast is not a detailed breakdown on how to recover from a shoulder dislocation (look for that episode in the future), but rather a big picture look at what I’ve learned going through the rehab process. Specifically, I dive into: How I dealt with the mental hurdles of getting injured Tips to stay involved during an injury How to fill your increased downtime The importance of consistency in rehab Keys to resuming your activities safely This has been a very interesting process for me to go through and I hope that you can learn something from my experience that helps in your injury recovery! Are you recovering from an injury? Schedule a free 15 minute phone consultation with me. I’d love to talk with you so I can learn more about your specific situation and help you get back to the sports and activities you love. Baseball Arm Care Course

Today on the podcast, you get a chance to meet the newest physical therapist at Kinetic Sports Medicine and Performance, Dr. Paige Graham! Paige is a former D1 soccer goalkeeper and has years of experience as a physical therapist locally. Paige is a fantastic addition to our team, bringing a great personality and incredible skill set in both manual therapy and exercise. Today on the podcast we get to know Paige a little better: How she got into being a physical therapist What it was like being a D1 Goalkeeper How she ended up at University of Wisconsin Milwaukee Her clinical approach What led her to join Kinetic Sports Medicine More fun facts about Paige! Interested in working with Paige? Schedule a free consultation to spend 15-20 minutes with Dr. Paige getting a specific plan on how you can recover from injury and return to performance!

Josh Koch is a professional world long drive competitor, a golf instructor and co-founder of hitbombs.com. Josh has been on an incredible run to start the 2023 World Long Drive season. He has moved up to the #3 ranked long drive competitor in the world with his first trip back to the winner’s circle following his neck injury earlier this spring.  Josh has been a previous guest on the podcast in this episode where he and I talk in great detail about swing speed, long drive and how average golfers can work to hit the ball further. Today, Josh and I dive much deeper into his recovery from injury and what he has learned in his year-long process to get back to being one of the best long drivers in the world. Specifically, Josh and I cover: What he learned about his body in the rehab process How he dealt with a frustrating season last year How he developed a performance team to help him return to the winner’s circle What led him to incorporate technical changes to his swing The benefit of 3D swing analysis What he has changed in his routine and training process The importance of proper recovery This is a can’t miss episode whether you are a golf fan, a rotational power athlete (like baseball players) or a player that is currently rehabbing. Josh is very thoughtful in his processes and has really educated himself about his body. Be sure to tune in to hear his insights!  Are you an athlete that is currently dealing with an injury? Do you have a plan to not only return to your sport, but return performing at a high level? We’d love to help! Schedule a free consultation today with one of our Doctors of Physical Therapy to get a clear explanation on exactly what you need to do to get back to 100% in your sport. Golf Active Warm Up: Free Download

 Plantar Fasciitis. Chances are either you’ve dealt with this pain in your foot or you know someone who has dealt with pain in the foot. But what is the plantar fascia anyway? If it causes so much pain and so many problems, why don’t we just get rid of it? In this episode, Dr. Lauren Falk from Kinetic Sports Medicine spends 30 minutes talking to us about all things related to plantar fascia and plantar fasciitis.  We cover: What the plantar fascia is How pain develops in plantar fascia Common symptoms of plantar fasciitis Key items to treat and manage plantar fasciitis Alternative treatment options Common misconceptions about plantar fascia pain.  If you've dealt with foot pain or have a friend that has dealt with foot pain, this is a must listen! Running Checklist Download

In this episode, we are joined by Luke French, a college hockey player at Bethel University. The pathway to college hockey is more complicated than many other sports, and Luke’s journey is unique. He is originally from Kansas City, but moved to Milwaukee to play with the Milwaukee Junior Admirals and attend high school in Milwaukee. After a successful high school career, Luke played two years of Juniors level hockey on the East Coast before committing to play college Hockey at Bethel University in Minnesota. Throughout his hockey career, Luke has also overcome two significant shoulder injuries to battle back to perform at his prior level. Here, Luke and I discuss: What the transition was like to be a college athlete The hardest part of his freshman year How to integrate into the team strength and conditioning atmosphere His advice for a player transitioning from high school to college What he learned going through two shoulder surgeries How his routine is different following his injury Why he decided to get a second opinion prior to having an additional surgery This is a great episode for any high school athlete that is recovering from an injury or has an interest in playing college sports. Luke shares a lot of great personal experience that will be very relevant to your goals! At Kinetic Sports Medicine and Performance, we help athletes recover from injuries and return-to-performance. If you are dealing with an injury and need clarity on exactly what you need to do to return to your sport performing at a high level, contact us today to schedule a free consultation or call (262)337-9331 and we’ll get you on our schedule!

On this episode we are joined by Jack Hackett of Infinity Running Company and Infinity Running Company Events. Jack is a running coach and expert in helping runners improve performance. Jack has been a past podcast guest talking about many topics related to running training, running performance and race strategy.   In addition to helping runners prepare for races, Jack is now trying to help runners enjoy the race experience more through Infinity Running Company Events. He is going to be organizing his first two races, the Dairyland Mile on June 23rd and 24th at 6pm as part of the Tour of America's Dairyland professional bike races happening in Milwaukee.  Today Jack and I discuss: How working on speed by running a timed mile can help a distance runner improve performance Why speed reserve is key to improving race times in longer races How to train to run a timed mile Why a mile race is a great goal for inexperienced runners Optimal race strategy for running a timed mile What to expect at an Infinity Running Company Event race Details on the upcoming Dairyland Mile Race The Dairyland Mile Race will be a fun community event with live music, food and drinks. The timed mile will be run on the professional bike course in between the Men’s and Women’s professional bike race. Whether you are an experienced distance runner looking to set a new PR, a recreational runner that has a goal to run a fun race, or you just want to see how you stack up compared to your last timed mile in high school, it is sure to be a fun event! Kinetic Sports Medicine is proud to support this great event by setting up a recovery tent for after the race! Make sure to drop by if you need any treatment, or to say hello!  You can learn more about the race and sign up here. Use Coupon Code: KineticIsTheBest for 10% off your race registration!

This podcast is all about how you can use the gym to support on-field performance. We interview Josh Seligman, the former head of strength and conditioning for the Milwaukee Brewers. While we talk a lot about baseball, the principles we talk about are universal across all sports. Specifically, Josh and I cover: His background and how he got 3 degrees before getting his start in baseball Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) that separate the best baseball players in the world What makes a good big leaguer His core tenants of how he helps players improve their performance on the field Why performance training is much more than how much weight you can lift How he helps players build, develop and structure their weekly routines When to performance train in-season His favorite “reloading” workouts to help players recover and get ready to perform What he is doing now Personally, my favorite podcasts are ones that I get to learn something, and I learned a lot talking to Josh. Josh now owns and operates Thrive Health and Performance in the Milwaukee area. He has a passion for helping youth athletes perform at their best and stay healthy, but he also is applying his background in strength and conditioning, nutrition and high performance to help everyday athletes like business owners and entrepreneurs to stay healthy and improve their performance. If you want to learn more about Josh, his programs and his philosophy find him online. On Facebook: @thriveantifragile Baseball Arm Care Mini-Course

ACL Quad Tendon Graft Research with Dr. Brett  One of the first big decisions in your ACL injury recovery is choosing a graft to reconstruct your ACL. Historically, there have been two primary grafts to choose from: a patellar tendon graft or a hamstring graft. However, neither of these grafts are the “perfect” option and both have pros and cons. This has led researchers and orthopedic surgeons to continue to look for new graft options. A newer graft has gained popularity in the last 3-5 years is a graft harvested from your quadriceps tendon (the tendon right above your knee cap). This new graft is becoming more common and more research about the rehabilitation process and outcomes with this new graft is coming out everyday. If you would like even more information on the pros and cons of each type of graft for your ACL reconstruction, check out our FREE online mini-course: From Time of Injury to Surgery: Everything You Need to Know About ACL Rehab. In this episode, we summarized some new research about the quadriceps tendon graft and some rehab considerations if you have a quadriceps tendon graft in your ACL reconstruction. Specifically we discuss:   Overview of ACL graft options & pros and cons of each graft Why doctors are trying new graft types Biggest differences between patellar tendon graft and quadriceps tendon graft Key differences in short- and long-term outcomes from quad tendon graft How using a quad tendon graft might alter your rehab time frame What questions you should ask your doctor about graft selection What exercises should you be doing in each stage of your ACL rehab if you had a quad tendon graft   This is a great episode for any patient or athlete that is either going through ACL rehab following a quad tendon graft or about to make the decision on which graft type they should use to reconstruct their ACL. Are you an athlete that has recently torn their ACL or in the middle of an ACL rehab? Do you feel like you have a clear plan to return to your prior level of performance using objective data to track your progress? We would love to help! Call us at (262)337-9331 or fill out this form to set up a free consultation with one of our specialized physical therapists. We specialize in helping high school, college and professional athletes not only recover from ACL injury, but return to the field or court performing at a high level. 

On this episode I am joined by Julia McRae. Julia is a former collegiate and professional soccer player who is now a teacher, athletic director, coach and oversees the girls' program at Let Kids Fly (LKF), a local and highly unique youth soccer program. I really enjoyed learning about Julia’s development as a player and coach, and how her experiences helped shape the unique and successful angle that LKF takes with their players! Julia and I cover: Her background as an athlete in high school through playing professionally in Canada Her transition into coaching and things she has learned as she evolved as a coach How Julia got involved with Let Kids Fly (LKF) The pillars that LKF are build upon, their focus on character and community The coach/player relationship can be a positive one from a communication and relationship perspective How LKF supports multi-sport athletes, as well as manages how often they are training/competing to allow for balance for the athlete The role of the parent in an athlete's sport experience The overall importance of remembering who you are as a person in training and competition is the most important aspect of who you are as a player! And more! Julia brings a wealth of knowledge and experience that has influenced so many aspects of the structure of LKF and how she helps your girls grow in sport! I really enjoyed hearing her perspective and I think you will, too! You can learn more about Let Kids Fly on social media and online at: Social Media: @letkidsfly  Online: www.hawksoccer.org 

Rest is commonly prescribed as a solution to athletic injuries. But rest is not a strategy for athletes to recover from acute injuries, overuse injuries or post-surgical conditions. In fact, rest often does more harm than good for an athlete's recovery. That’s right, not only will rest not help you get back on the field, but it might actually make your outcome worse. In this episode, I specifically cover: Why rest is not a good strategy for athletic injury recovery How rest can impact your recovery and make you more likely to get injured again What you should do instead of rest to manage your athletic injury Specific examples of how to deal with overuse injuries (like shin splints or arm pain in throwing), acute injuries (like hamstring strains) and post-operative cases (like a shoulder surgery or ACL tear) If you are an athlete or the parent of an athlete that is dealing with an acute injury, overuse injury or recovering from surgery, this is a must listen episode.  If you aren’t currently recovering from an injury but know a teammate or friend who is, we would love it if you would help us out by sharing this information with them! We want to share this information to help as many people as possible avoid the mistake of trusting rest to help them recover.

Today we switch things up, having professional baseball player and Kinetic patient Ben Heller interviewing Dr. Michael! Here we get the unique view of hearing Dr. Michael being asked the questions by Ben, a long time patient and friend of his. Specifically, Ben and Michael discuss: The story of Kinetic Michael’s background and early career as a Physical Therapist What Michael’s learned working with baseball players How players can learn more about their body How Michael’s job has changed from Physical Therapist to business owner Any athlete, physical therapist, or person with interest in sports medicine will find great value in this episode. Michael’s drive to take his business to new levels is inspiring and gives awesome insight into building a business around your passion.   Be sure to follow Kinetic Sports Medicine to see what they’re up to: On Social Media:@kinetic_smp Online: www.kineticsmp.com  Baseball Arm Care Free mini-course mentioned in this episode

In this episode, I’m talking with Jess Hoepner, co-owner of Performance Running Outfitters (PRO), one of the most prominent running shoe and apparel stores in the greater Milwaukee area. Today Jess shares with us about her experiences in the running world, how Performance Running Outfitters came to be, and things she has learned after almost 17 years in the industry!   Specifically, Jess and I discuss: Her background in the running world Where the idea for owning a running shoe store came from How Performance Running Outfitters has grown over the years The community reach that PRO has had over the years The unique customer experience that every person receives when they come to the store to find a new pair of shoes Common misconceptions about running shoes and what’s the right shoe for you Her advice for new runners when it comes to shoes, apparel, and what to expect as you venture into the world of running.  Jess also shares a little bit of perspective looking back on her experiences in life And much more! Jess is an amazing person and business owner. To say that Jess and Trae have left their mark on the greater Milwaukee area running community is an understatement. It was fun to get an insiders look at how PRO came to be and to learn about their growth and the high level product that they provide for their customers. I think whether you're a runner or not there’s a lot to take out of this podcast, from sport, to wellness, to business and more!    To learn more about Performance Running Outfitters you can find them: @performancerunning www.performancerunning.com  Or visit them at one of their four locations: Brookfield Delafield Shorewood Third Ward At Kinetic Sports Medicine and Performance we specialize in treating runners! From understanding treating pain and injuries from running, to improving your performance! To learn more about how we can support you and your running goals check us out online!

Today we are joined by Luke Meier of REALWORK Basketball. Luke is a local basketball skills coach in the Milwaukee area, and a past podcast guest. Luke has had the privilege and challenge of starting to coach his own kids in basketball over the past year and it is a topic that he and I have talked about a lot recently. So, we decided to share some of our knowledge and experiences with you in this podcast. Specifically, Luke and I talk about: The real goal of youth sports Current trends he sees in youth basketball How to take a long term development approach to basketball with kids Why it is important for kids to learn how to play the game of basketball and not just individual skills What he has learned from coaching his kids This is a great episode if you have young kids or work with young kids in any sport, not just basketball. To learn more about Luke and what he is doing with REALWORK Basketball check him out on social media: Instagram: @realwork.basketball Twitter: @Realworkb or @LukeMeier