This episode of Sports Surge dives deep into the evolving world of athlete development with guests Jacqui Broering, Founder of Performance Physical Therapy and Peak Performance, and Tim Moinet, Director of Athletic Development at Peak. Broadcasting live from the Coldwater Eagles, the conversation unpacks how training, recovery, and long-term athlete care have changed dramatically over the past decade.

Jacqui and Tim explain how Peak began in a small storage closet, driven by one major concern: athletes were lifting incorrectly and paying for it with chronic injuries. Today, Peak has grown into a full-scale training operation serving athletes across Mercer County — from Fort Recovery to Minster and New Bremen — emphasizing proper mechanics, structured strength training, and science-backed recovery. Their message is clear: lifting heavy isn’t the problem, lifting wrong is. The right form can turn an average athlete into a standout, while poor mechanics can sideline even the strongest competitors.

They also highlight what makes the MAC region unique: unmatched work ethic. Local athletes routinely show up at 5:30 am, juggling school, sports, and jobs — a discipline Tim says he rarely sees elsewhere.

The episode explores injury prevention versus true performance training, the rise of recovery tools like cold plunges and red-light therapy, and how Peak collaborates closely with surgeons and therapists to create a seamless care pipeline. The team stresses that good movement, good habits, and good recovery not only extend athletic careers but build confidence, mental resilience, and long-term health.

A powerful, insightful look at what it really takes to build better athletes — and better humans — right here in the Grand Lake Region.