Are Torn Achilles Injuries on the Rise?

The three Long Island scumbags are back, diving deep into the surge of Achilles injuries — and what’s behind them. From youth sports burnout to supplement rabbit holes, they cover it all in classic Home Team style:

Episode Breakdown:

• 0:00 The three Long Island scumbags return to talk Achilles injuries

• 3:41 Why are so many non-contact Achilles tears happening?

• 6:30 The brutal recovery journey and the mental roadblocks

• 10:00 Theories on what’s really causing this spike

• 13:15 Are kids burning through their mileage way too early?

• 15:45 Is CrossFit actually dangerous — or are people just too impatient?

• 19:50 Dennis’ Achilles conspiracy: nutrient depletion?!

• 23:10 What supplements should you be taking?

• 27:30 Experimenting with BPC-157

• 31:30 Sleep quality and its overlooked role in recovery

• 33:48 Placebo effects — real or not?

• 39:50 Nutrient symmetry, organ meat blends, and mashed cauliflower

• 45:35 Liver King’s meltdown: arrest and a restraining order

• 50:36 Dennis updates us on his BPC-157 use (spoiler: back pain sucks)

• 56:29 Could super shoes be part of the problem?

• 57:30 The 4:06 mile — when the stakes get higher, so does the risk

• 1:02:24 MDV wants a second shot at the bar hang

• 1:04:00 Jason surprises everyone with an L-sit win

Catch the full conversation for laughs, honest takes, and a look at how to protect your Achilles (and your sanity). Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or YouTube — new episodes every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.

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