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Dr. Jarod Burton joins the show to break down how he’s approaching a full Achilles rupture without surgery — using principles of neurology, impulse training, and nervous system regulation. We dive into how the brain drives recovery, why traditional rehab often misses the mark, and what it truly means to train the nervous system instead of just the muscles.

Whether you’re an athlete, coach, or therapist, this episode will challenge how you view injury, healing, and performance.

Topics include:

• Neurological control and tissue repair

• Impulse training methods for recovery

• The mental side of non-surgical rehab

• How to retrain the brain after trauma

Follow Dr. Burton’s journey @train__efficiently on Instagram as he rewires his body from the inside out.

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Dan Fichter joins the show to dive deep into the world of Extreme Isometrics and how they can be used to enhance motor learning, coordination, and overall athletic performance. We break down the neurological principles behind isometric holds, how they influence the nervous system, and why they’re one of the most underrated tools for developing elite movement efficiency.

If you’re a coach, athlete, or anyone fascinated by the connection between strength and skill, this episode will change how you view training forever.

Topics include:

• The science of motor learning through isometrics

• Why “feeling” tension matters more than adding weight

• How Jay Schroeder’s methods shaped this approach

• Real-world application for athletes in every sport

Hope you enjoy!

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Brady Volmering (aka DAC) is an outside the box thinker who approaches training through a very holistic style you might not often see. He is owner of DAC Performance and Health and has many clients return to play after a variety of injuries. Through impulses, depth drops, rebounds, and ISOs he does it all.

In this episode we go over:

- Training more than just the physical

- Lessons learned from Jay Schroeder

- Why minimal effective dose is flawed

- And so much more

Really enjoyed this talk and Brady's insight on both life and training. Hope you enjoy

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Nick DelBianco is the owner of Armswing academy where it's his mission to help volleyball athletes hit the ball harder while also staying injury free.In this episode we discuss:- Common injuries found in both javelin and volleyball- Is it overuse or underprepared?- Unique exercises to level up your arm care- Dangers of early specialization- and so much more

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n this episode, we sit down with Curtis Thompson, one of the most accomplished American javelin throwers of all time — a 2x Olympian, NCAA Champion, and U.S. National Record holder contender. Curtis has represented the United States on the biggest stages in the world, but his journey goes far beyond the medals and distances.We dive deep into the realities of professional javelin throwing — the training, the mindset, the sacrifices, and what it truly takes to compete at the global level in one of track and field’s most demanding events. From growing up in New Jersey to becoming a U.S. Olympian, Curtis shares the full story of how he built himself into one of the most explosive throwers in America.

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Sources Referenced:

https://www.ama-assn.org/public-health/prevention-wellness/what-doctors-wish-patients-knew-about-tommy-john-surgery#:~:text=More%20than%201%2C000%20professional%20pitchers,a%2029%25%20rise%20since%202016.

https://drchrisahmad.medium.com/why-is-the-game-of-baseball-demanding-a-better-tommy-john-surgery-a04c98204540

Before shutting down hitters in the NLCS and World Series with back-to-back shutouts, Yoshinobu Yamamoto was seen working with a turbo javelin, dialing in mechanics that mirror elite throwing patterns seen in track and field athletes. This video breaks down how javelin training can translate to elite pitching performance, helping pitchers improve their arm path, sequencing, and force transfer — all while reducing unnecessary stress on the elbow and shoulder.As MLB pitching velocity continues to rise, so do the rates of Tommy John surgery across the league. We’re seeing more pitchers than ever hit upper-90s velocity, but at the cost of increased UCL strain and overuse injuries. This clip looks at how Yamamoto’s hybrid approach — combining javelin-based movement drills with high-level throwing mechanics — could represent the next evolution in pitcher training and arm health.If you’re a baseball player, pitching coach, or performance coach trying to understand the balance between velocity and longevity, this is a must-watch.💥 Key Topics Covered: • Yamamoto’s turbo javelin warm-up and its benefits for arm speed • How javelin training improves throwing mechanics for pitchers • Why Tommy John surgery is rising alongside average MLB velocity • How rotational sequencing and mobility affect both power and health

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In this episode Dan interviews Brett on his thoughts behind Adam Archuleta's iconic training and how he was able to dominate his pro day.

Brett goes in depth on what he's learned by going down the rabbit hole of Jay Schroeder's principles and how they can be applied today.

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Evan Blum (aka Juice factory) is a professional baseball player with a new outlook on life. In this episode we cover:

- The ups and downs of pro baseball

- Dealing with adversity

- What it means to be mentally tough

- Lessons from Fredrich Nietzsche

- and so much more

This was one of our favorite conversations to date and allowed us to get outside the weight room to talk about the mental side of sports performance. Hope you enjoy.

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In the weight room, just like in life, confidence doesn’t always equal competence. This episode explores the Dunning–Kruger effect—the bias that makes beginners think they’ve “figured it all out” while seasoned lifters and coaches know there’s always more to learn.

We’ll cover:

• How the Dunning–Kruger effect shows up in training and coaching

• The risks of being “overconfident but under-informed” in strength & conditioning

• Why true progress comes from humility, consistency, and proper programming

• Real examples of athletes mistaking early success for mastery

• Practical ways to check your blind spots and keep developing as an athlete or coach

If you’ve ever wondered why some athletes plateau early while others keep getting better, this episode will show you how self-awareness and humility are just as important as sets, reps, and load.

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Jared Slater (founder of IHT Performance) and Zach Jungels are two of the most forward thinking coaches in the industry today. They have an unrelenting desire to get the most out of their athletes and the results truly speak for themselves.

In this episode we go through:

- Brett's story w/ Square 1 and 5 minute ISOs

- Jared's mission with IHT

- Rethinking the warmup

- Zach's philosophy changes over the years

- and so much more

Quote of the pod: "Cheetah don't stretch"