Best Dr. Scarborough Podcasts (2025)

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Ep. 118: Athlete Spotlight - Drake Meeks, Pitcher - Southern Miss 52:45

13d ago52:45

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In Athlete Spotlight episode, John and Chris welcome Drake Meeks, a talented pitcher from the University of Southern Mississippi. They discuss Drake's journey from a youth baseball player to eventual collegiate athlete. Topics include: the importance of body control in pitching, and the mental toughness required to succeed. Drake also shares his ex…

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Ep. 117: The Achilles Tendon Epidemic 36:29

1M ago36:29

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In this episode, John and Chris discuss the multifaceted nature of athletic injuries, particularly focusing on the recent surge in Achilles tendon injuries in professional sports. They explore various factors contributing to these injuries, including training methods, the impact of modern technology and light exposure, and potential links to COVID-…

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Ep. 116: Q & A - Weight Gain/Speed Loss & Yielding vs Extreme Iso's 34:59

2M ago34:59

34:59

In this episode John and Chris discuss various aspects of athletic development, focusing on the relationship between weight gain and speed loss, the differences between yielding isometrics and iso-extremes, and addressing common injuries like brachialis pain in pitching. Chapters 00:00 Welcome Back to the Starting Block Podcast 06:00 Understanding …

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Ep. 114: Guest Interview - Dr. Jen Perez of Gait Happens, Part II 56:50

4M ago56:50

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In this guest episode John and Chris welcome back Dr. Jen Perez from Gait Happens. They discuss the importance of foot health in athletic performance, the impact of footwear on foot function, common foot problems faced by athletes, and the significance of proper foot care and strength training. The conversation also delves into the causes of bunion…

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Ep. 113: Guest Interview - Michael Fahey, Westside vs the World/OVR Performance 1:05:31

5M ago1:05:31

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In this week's guest interview, John and Chris are joined by Michael Fahey, the director of Westside vs the World and Co-Founder of OVR Performance. The conversation explores Michael's journey from film to sports, the creation of his documentary, and the innovative approach of OVR Performance in revolutionizing athletic training through affordable …

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Ep. 112: Q &A - Measuring Progress Beyond Weight 21:45

6M ago21:45

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In this week's Q & A, John & Chris discuss focusing on how to measure progress beyond just weight. They emphasize the significance of proper positioning in training, the role of velocity and intent in movement, and the foundational aspect of position in achieving athletic performance. The conversation highlights the need for a holistic approach to …

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Ep. 110: Guest Interview - David Buer, Part IV 53:39

6M ago53:39

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In this week's guest interview John & Chris welcome back a regular to the show, David Buer. The guys tackle a number of topics including: the power of mentorship in shaping youth athletes, authenticity in coaching, System X, discipline, navigating stress with emotion resilience and much more. **John, Chris and many of the show's guests are NOT lice…

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Ep. 110: Q & A - Extreme Joint Range of Motion & Red Light 23:00

7M ago23:00

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In this week's Q & A, John and Chris answer you questions regarding: Does extreme or exaggerated range of motion help you to improve force production? Do you recommend red/infrared therapy? *John, Chris and many of the show's guests are NOT licensed healthcare providers & make NO claims to be. The information provided in this show is not intended t…

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Ep. 109: Guest Interview - Tyson Gunter, Team USA Paralympian 1:01:29

7M ago1:01:29

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In this guest interview, John & Chris are joined by Team USA Paralympian, Tyson Gunter. Tyson represented the United States in the 2016 Rio Olympics, and also has two World Championship Silver Medals. Tyson shares his experiences representing the United States as well as providing insights on his current framework for training athletes. He also dis…

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Ep. 108: Athlete Spotlight - Ava Goodin, Northwestern Soccer 44:08

8M ago44:08

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In this athlete spotlight, John and Chris are joined by Ava Goodin. Ava currently plays soccer at Northwestern University and has been an ELP athlete for a little over two years. In this episode, Ava shares her soccer journey as well as how using the principles commonly discussed on this podcast helped prepare her for collegiate soccer.…

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Ep. 107: Q & A - Movement Mechanics, Chaos Training, GOATA/EVO 35:23

9M ago35:23

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In this weeks Q & A, John and Chris tackle: GOATA vs Movement: Back Chain Dominance in Sprinting Adding Load in Training GOATA & Evo Chaos Training *John, Chris and many of the show's guests are NOT licensed healthcare providers & make NO claims to be. The information provided in this show is not intended to be medical advice & should not be miscon…

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Ep. 106: Ryan Paul - New Athlete 1:00:35

9M ago1:00:35

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In this week's guest interview, we welcome Ryan Paul, Founder of New Athlete. Located in Vancouver, Washington, New Athlete is one of the premier sport performance facilities in the country. Ryan and his team have produced some of the most elite talent to ever come out of the Northwest part of the United States. In this episode, Ryan shares his app…

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Ep. 105: Dr. Rob Luckey, Part II - Concussions & Athletic Performance 53:58

10M ago53:58

53:58

In this week's guest interview, John and Chris are rejoined by Dr. Rob Luckey of Pittsford Performance Care. The guys discuss the complexities of athletic development, focusing on the increasing prevalence of concussions in youth sports. They explore the factors contributing to this rise, including changes in training intensity, nutrition and the i…

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Prof. Thomas Seyfried - The Future of Cancer 1:05:21

10M ago1:05:21

1:05:21

New video version of 2019 episode! Professor Thomas Seyfried a cancer researcher and professor of biology at Boston College. He is the author of the book Cancer As A Metabolic Disease. We talk about: The worldwide cancer epidemic The history and worrying status of cancer research How we got cancer research wrong Hopeful new therapies that complimen…

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Ep. 104 - Dr. Alexis Cowan - The Importance of Light in Athletic Performance & Health 59:05

10M ago59:05

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In this week's guest interview, John and Chris are joined by Dr. Alexis Cowan; PhD from Princeton and Host of the "Undoctrinate Yourself" podcast. The crew discusses the importance of light in athletic performance and overall health, as Dr. Cowan explains how the modern indoor light environment, which is enriched in blue light, can negatively impac…

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Ep. 103 - Tony Holler - "Feed the Cats" 54:37

11M ago54:37

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In this week's guest interview we welcome Coach Tony Holler. Tony is one of the most highly regarded and sought after speed coaches in the world. His program "Feed The Cats" revolutionized speed and sprint training. In this episode we cover: Tony's Book & Approach Feed the Cats Challenges in Youth Sports The Atomic Speed Workout The Role of Lifting…

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Ep. 102: Friday Fire & Facts - Censorship Everywhere 32:40

12M ago32:40

32:40

In this Friday Fire & Fact episode, John and Chris discuss censorship, misinformation and how what we're witnessing in our own country relates to the industries we work in. *John, Chris and many of the show's guests are NOT licensed healthcare providers & make NO claims to be. The information provided in this show is not intended to be medical advi…

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Ep. 101: Josh Richardson & Luke Schultheiss - Velocity Athletic Development 1:01:21

1y ago1:01:21

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In this week's guest interview John & Chris are joined by Josh Richardson (CEO) & Luke Schultheiss (Director of Athletic Development) of Velocity Athletic Development in Canton, GA. Josh and Luke share their company's approach to providing a 360 degree experience for their athletes. Topics include: using force velocity profiling, various load manag…

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Ep. 100: Q & A - Minimizing Bicep Soreness in Throwers & What Separates the Good From World Class Athletes 28:12

1y ago28:12

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In this week's Q & A, John and Chris answer your questions about: Bicep soreness in a throwers; can I still train size and not lose function? What separates good athletes from world class athletes? *John, Chris and many of the show's guests are NOT licensed healthcare providers & make NO claims to be. The information provided in this show is not in…

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Ep. 99: Guest Interview: Elliot Young 52:59

1y ago52:59

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In this week's guest interview, John & Chris are joined by one of John's earliest mentors, Elliot Young. Elliot was a former collegiate track athlete and Olympic Decathlete. Elliot introduced John to the world of elite performance training, and introduced him to many of the great names in our industry; including Dr. John Pietila and many more. "Thi…

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Ep. 98: Athlete Spotlight - Xavier Rivas; Ole Miss Pitcher 47:57

1y ago47:57

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In this episode, John and Chris are joined by Ole Miss pitcher Xavier Rivas. Xavier shares his story to becoming Ole Miss's Friday starter, his time with John at ELP as well as the lessons and experiences he's learned along the way! *John, Chris and many of the show's guests are NOT licensed healthcare providers & make NO claims to be. The informat…

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Ep. 97: Friday Facts - Assessing the Bench Press & Deadlift 15:44

1y ago15:44

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In this week's Friday Facts episode, John breaks down weaknesses in the bench press and deadlift and provides you with simple solutions to address those weaknesses. This is a "quick & to the point episode" with practical instruction that the athlete, parent or coach can immediately implement in their training. *John, Chris and many of the show's gu…

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Ep. 96: Coach Stewart Venable 46:57

1y ago46:57

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In this week's guest interview, John and Chris are joined by Coach Stewart Venable! Coach V is the Head Strength & Conditioning Coach at Northstar High School & a 2 time Nebraska Coach of the Year. Coach V has a unique style of training athletes that emphasizes neurological development to influence physical performance. His programs are influenced …

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Ep. 95: Q & A - Creatine, Lower Back Pain & Losing Backside Mechanics 28:21

1y ago28:21

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In this week's Q & A John answers your questions about: The Use of Creatine - using research from ELP Team Members & 1st Phorm, John explains the pros/cons of creatine. Lower Back Problems - we discuss a variety of causes and commonalities w/ various lower back problems and how the coach can help. Why you're lacking back side mechanics on the mound…

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Ep. 94: Garrett Salpeter, Part III - Training & The Neubie 52:25

1+ y ago52:25

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Garrett Salpeter, Founder of NeuFit & the Neubie, rejoins John & Chris for a part 3 episode. In this episode the guys discuss the Neubie and its application in a training and performance environment. *John, Chris and many of the show's guests are NOT licensed healthcare providers & make NO claims to be. The information provided in this show is not …

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Ep. 93: Our Obligation 11:32

1+ y ago11:32

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With great power, comes great responsibility... In this Friday Fire & Fact episode, John shares his personal story and talks about what it means to be on this mission together, as well as the obligations we have to each other, our athletes, our clients and our country. *John, Chris and many of the show's guests are NOT licensed healthcare providers…

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Ep. 92: Brad Arnett, Part 2 - NFL Combine/Pro Day Prep, Training Talk 51:23

1+ y ago51:23

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Brad Arnett, coach to JJ Watt, TJ Watt & numerous other NFL, Pro & Collegiate Athletes rejoins John & Chris to take a deeper dive into how to build an athlete! Topics include: NFL Combine/Pro Day Prep, Building Strength & Speed, and Strongman work. *John, Chris and many of the show's guests are NOT licensed healthcare providers & make NO claims to …

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Anorexia Remission Using Keto? - Valerie Anne Smith 1:48:22

1+ y ago1:48:22

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Valerie Anne Smith had treatment-resistant anorexia for decades. Nothing seemed to work. Then, she achieved remission using an animal-based keto diet, along with two other people in a case series conducted by previous podcast guest Dr. Nick Norwitz. N.B. This podcast is not medical advice. It is presented for purely informational purposes only. Alt…

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Ep. 91: Q & A - The Ankle to Shoulder Connection; AREG for Speed/Strength 40:42

1+ y ago40:42

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In this week's Q & A John and Chris answer your questions about how ankle dysfunction can lead to a shoulder problem in throwers; along w/ auto-regulated training for strength & speed. *John, Chris and many of the show's guests are NOT licensed healthcare providers & make NO claims to be. The information provided in this show is not intended to be …

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Ep. 90: Q & A featuring David Buer 46:42

1+ y ago46:42

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In this week's Q & A, John and Chris welcome back special guest David Buer to help tackle your questions. Questions covered include: 1)How Do Extreme Slow Movements Qualify as High Velocity 2) How Does Learning to Land Safely From Height Improve Our Vertical/Speed... and more! *John, Chris and many of the show's guests are NOT licensed healthcare p…

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Ep. 89: Wyatt Short, Chicago Cubs/Ole Miss Rebels 58:01

1+ y ago58:01

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In this guest interview, John & Chris welcome former Chicago Cubs organization & Ole Miss Pitcher Wyatt Short. Wyatt and John work together at a baseball training facility called The Farm in Oxford, MS; where Wyatt serves at the locations Pitching Director. This is a great episode for our athletes to listen to as Wyatt shares his baseball and train…

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Ep. 88: Q & A - Shoulder Impingement; Improving Speed w/out Weights 30:22

1+ y ago30:22

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In this week's Q & A, John and Chris answer your questions about shoulder impingements in throwers, as well as whether or not you can improve speed without being in the weight room. *John, Chris and many of the show's guests are NOT licensed healthcare providers & make NO claims to be. The information provided in this show is not intended to be med…

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Ep. 87: Jennifer Childers, PA-C , Delta Orthopedics 50:17

1+ y ago50:17

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In this guest interview John & Chris welcome Jennifer Childers PA-C to the show! Jennifer is a Physician Assistant at Delta Orthopedics, a Collierville based Orthopedic Clinic. Jennifer specializes in osteoporosis management & general orthopedics & has worked in Orthopedics & Sports Medicine since 2012. In addition to her Physician Assistant Studie…

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Dr. Anthony Chaffee - The Plant Free MD 1:05:26

1+ y ago1:05:26

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Dr Anthony Chaffee is an American medical doctor and neurosurgical resident who, over a span of 20+ years, has researched the optimal nutrition for human performance and health. It is his assertion that most of the so-called chronic diseases we treat as doctors are caused by the food we eat, or don't eat, and can be reversed with dietary changes to…

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Ep. 86: Q & A - Using FRC Principles in Training & Quad Dominance w/ Isos 29:55

1+ y ago29:55

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In this week's Q & A John & Chris answer your questions about using FRC principles such as CARS & Pails/Rails in your training, and addressing Quad dominance in iso positions. *John, Chris and many of the show's guests are NOT licensed healthcare providers & make NO claims to be. The information provided in this show is not intended to be medical a…

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Ep. 85: Friday Fire & Facts - How AI Will Impact Our Industries. 21:36

1+ y ago21:36

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In this FFF episode, John shares his thoughts on the rapid growth of AI and its impending impact on the athletic & strength & conditioning fields. Referencing Mo Gawdat, author of Solve for Happy, this episode provides information provided from one of the world leaders in AI development. *John, Chris and many of the show's guests are NOT licensed h…

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Ep. 84: Abbey Lathrop Korn of the Denver Nuggets 47:56

1+ y ago47:56

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In this guest interview, John & Chris are joined by Denver Nuggets nutritionist Abbey Lathrop Korn. Abbey gives the guys a glimpse into the daily life of a sports nutritionist working with NBA athletes, along with providing into into different nutritional approaches and methodologies for all athletes. *John, Chris and many of the show's guests are …

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Ep. 83: Isometrics, Part II 47:35

1+ y ago47:35

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This is a redo of our original episode on isometrics (ep. 4). We dive into iso extremes, yielding, overcoming isometrics and more!By John Nelson & Chris Scarborough

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Ep. 82: Guest Interview - Dr. Jack Kruse, Part II 1:36:29

1+ y ago1:36:29

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In this week's Guest Interview, John and Chris welcome back Dr. Jack Kruse; world renowned neurosurgeon & health educator! If you have not listened to Part 1, we encourage you to listen to it before listing to this episode. You can find Part 1 on Episode 57 on this feed!By John Nelson & Chris Scarborough

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Ep. 81: Q & A - Speed Work for Middle Distance; Why Do Muscles Shut Down? 25:52

1+ y ago25:52

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In this week's Q and A, John and Chris answer your questions about implementing speed work with middle distance runners, and why muscles shut down and methods of addressing it.By John Nelson & Chris Scarborough

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Ep. 80: David Buer Part III feat. Elijah Holyfield 47:12

1+ y ago47:12

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In this week's episode we welcome back David Buer for the final episode of our three part series. We're also joined by special guest Elijah Holyfield, former University of Georgia & NFL running back.By John Nelson & Chris Scarborough

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Ep. 79: Guest Interview - T.C. Hale, Kick It Naturally 54:00

1+ y ago54:00

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In this guest interview we welcome author, comedian & natural health educator TC Hale to the show! TC has done incredible work in the fields of health and gut function and shares his information along with practical applications for coaches, parents and athletes at all levels!By John Nelson & Chris Scarborough

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Ep. 78: David Buer, Part II 58:48

1+ y ago58:48

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This is the second part of a three part series with Coach David Buer. We encourage you to listen to the first episode before listening to this.By John Nelson & Chris Scarborough

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Ep. 77: FFF - Confidence is King! 11:20

2y ago11:20

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Today is Friday Fire & Fact. In today's episode, John discusses confidence and why its king regardless of what your goals are. Are you confident or arrogant? Do you know the difference?By John Nelson & Chris Scarborough

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Ep. 76: Guest Interview: David Buer, Part 1 - Human Performance, Neuro Optimization, ARP 1:02:54

2y ago1:02:54

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Part 1 of 3. In this week's guest interview, we are pleased to be joined by world renowned coach, David Buer. David has coached some of the biggest names in the world, and brings a very tactical and introspective approach to human performance & neuro-optimization. In addition to his resume, David spent many years working with and alongside Jay Schr…

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Ep. 75: Q & A - All About Youth Athletes 36:29

2y ago36:29

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In this week's Q & A episode John and Chris answer your questions about youth athletes. Topics include: where & how to start the strength/speed process, proper progressions and how to manage expectations.By John Nelson & Chris Scarborough

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Ep. 74: Guest Interview Part II- Garrett Salpeter, Founder of NeuFit & the Neubie 52:42

2y ago52:42

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In this week's guest interview we are pleased to welcome back Garrett Salpeter. Garrett is the Founder of NeuFit and developer of the Neubie. This is Garrett's second time on the show, so we encourage you to listen to Part 1 (Ep. 18) before this episode. In this episode John and Garrett discuss groundbreaking new research on the Neubie and the mass…

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Lipedema & Lymphedema: Leslyn Keith on a Hidden Epidemic 55:41

2y ago55:41

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Thanks for listening or watching the Ally Houston Transforms Podcast. Please hit subscribe where you’re watching or listening so you don’t miss out on future episodes. Please leave a review, it takes 10 seconds and really helps get these exciting messages out there. And if you or anyone you know could benefit from a mental health tune-up, head over…

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Ep. 73: Q & A - When to Use Slow Movements & the Tib/Fib Joint 31:21

2y ago31:21

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In this week's Q & A John and Chris discuss when coaches should implement slower movements for learning purposes, and the unique properties of the tib/fib joint and its influence on performance and recovery.By John Nelson & Chris Scarborough

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Metabolic Cancer Research - Isabella Cooper & Andrew Scarborough 1:04:46

2y ago1:04:46

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Isabella Cooper is a PhD researcher at the University of Westminster in ketogenic science and hyperinsulinemia. Andrew Scarborough is a long term brain cancer survivor, writer, and researcher. beatbraincancer.co.uk to find out more and contribute to this vital research bit.ly/metpsygroup to join our group sessions starting Monday October 16th 2023 …

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