In this episode, I sit down with Mike Delaney—a physical therapy student, Poland lacrosse player, and someone who’s battled back from not one, but two ACL surgeries.

We get into what it really takes to come back from major injuries and not just return—but perform at a high level again. Mike shares his perspective from both sides: as an athlete going through the rehab process and as a future physical therapist who understands the science behind it.

We talk about:

• The mental and physical challenges of recovering from multiple ACL injuries
• What most athletes get wrong during rehab
• How to actually rebuild strength, confidence, and athleticism
• The difference between “cleared to play” and truly being ready to perform
• What separates athletes who come back stronger from those who don’t

If you’re an athlete dealing with injury—or someone trying to get back to your peak—this episode will give you a real, honest look at what that process actually demands.