In this episode of Going the Distance, host Jill Beck interviews Andrea Bulat, a sports physical therapist and athletic trainer. Jill and Andrea met when Marc, Jill's husband, needed physical therapy after a traumatic seizure. They discuss the differences between physical therapy and chiropractic care, when to seek help for pain, and the importance of finding the right physical therapist. Andrea shares insights on common issues like frozen shoulder, tennis elbow, and the significance of accessory work in strength training. The conversation emphasizes the need for proper warm-up routines and the role of activation exercises in preparing the body for workouts. In this conversation, Jill and Andrea discuss various aspects of health and fitness, focusing on optimizing work-from-home setups, the importance of movement and fidgeting, efficient workout strategies, and the implications of menopause. They also delve into youth sports, the significance of pelvic floor health, and debunk common myths surrounding women's fitness.
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Mentioned in this Episode:
- Turkish Get Ups
- Reverse Lunge
- Supermans
- Floor Angels
- Wall Angels
- Rucking
- Weighted vests
- Hip Flexor
- Rolling Patters
Jump to:
00:00 - Introduction to Go Long and Andrea Bulat
06:01 - Understanding Physical Therapy vs. Chiropractic Care
12:02 - The Importance of Movement Chains
17:58 - Finding the Right Physical Therapist
21:01 - The Role of Credentials in Physical Therapy
23:47 - Patient Experience and Time with PTs
26:55 - Frozen Shoulder: Symptoms and Recovery
29:56 - Understanding Frozen Shoulder and Impingement
33:23 - Understanding Emotional Recovery and Physical Goals
34:03 - Realistic Goals Post-Surgery: Pull-Ups and Squats
35:22 - The Importance of Stability and Capacity in Exercises
37:32 - Accessory Work: Building Strength for Pull-Ups
39:43 - Movement Prep: Activation vs. Warm-Up
41:30 - Tennis Elbow: Symptoms and Biomechanical Considerations
44:49 - Exercises and Strategies for Managing Tennis Elbow
47:06 - Cycling and Hip Tightness: Stretching and Warm-Up Recommendations
50:33 - Counterbalancing Exercises for Cyclists
53:27 - Effective Hip Flexor Stretches and Shoulder Openers
54:35 - Creating an Effective Work-from-Home Setup
57:05 - The Benefits of Standing Desks and Fidgeting
59:54 - Maximizing Short Workouts
01:00:48 - The Role of Weighted Vests in Training
01:03:55 - Understanding Athletic Training vs. Personal Training
01:05:53 - The Impact of Specialization in Youth Sports
01:09:31 - Balancing Competition and Enjoyment in Youth Sports
01:16:26 - The Challenges of Learning New Sports
01:19:16 - Personal Experiences with Sports and Learning
01:21:14 - Understanding Perimenopause and Its Effects
01:25:22 - Navigating Menopause: Insights and Realizations
01:27:19 - The Importance of Pelvic Health
01:29:31 - Debunking Myths About Women's Fitness
01:34:56 - Nutrition Myths and the Importance of Protein