The Goalset Mindset Podcast

On todays episode, i’m joined by Brandon Pentheny to discuss the role of whole-body health, mental well being, and human connection in professional sports. Brandon is a strength and conditioning coach and high level athlete who has worked with various professional organizations, including the Indiana Pacers and Washington nationals. Brandon and I met a few months back and connected over the importance that holistic health and wellness plays in human performance, especially at high levels.

Brandon is a Performance Specialist/Sports Scientist that primarily works with team sports at the professional level. After earning his undergraduate degree in Human Physiology from the University of Oregon, Brandon continued to chase his Olympic dreams. As an Olympic hopeful, Brandon trained to make the 2020 Tokyo games while simultaneously trying to develop a career outside of athletics. During this time Brandon worked as a Rehabilitation Specialist at a Functional Neuroscience clinic and as a Researcher in the field of Biomechanics. As Brandon transitioned out of his Olympic pursuits, he began working with athletic teams at the University of Arizona. During this time, he obtained his Masters degree from Georgetown University, with a thesis on Fatigue Monitoring in NBA athletes. Before leaving to pursue other life and career goals. Brandon was previously a performance coach for the Indiana Pacers organization and was Head of Performance for the G-League team.

Brandon's Links:

Twitter: https://twitter.com/iambraandon?lang=en

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brandon-pentheny-ms-rscc-cscs-xps-pes-apc-5b5b33a8/

https://brperformancecollective.com/

On today’s episode, Julie shares her thoughts on confidence as a skill. Much like developing a muscle, confidence is learned through taking action, embracing uncertainty, and focusing on process > outcome. Tune in to hear how Julie works to develop confidence and how you can become more confident along the journey to becoming your best self. 

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On todays episode, I am joined by Adam Bilodeau to discuss designing fitness programs and important coaching considerations. Adam is a coach at Vertex Strength and works with a wide variety of clients including olympic lifting, CrossFit, general conditioning and runners. He also is finishing up his Doctor of Physical Therapy degree, and combines the science of rehab and performance with all the patients and clients he works with. Adam shares his insight on creating individualized training programs, how to stay consistent, and why investing in a coach is so valuable. Whether you’re a coach or athlete, theres lots to take away from this episode! 

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Adam’s Links:

www.instagram.com/billydukephysio

Shownotes:

07:00- Do you have systems in place to program for your clients?

11:10- What questions do you ask to understand the needs of your clients?

14:00- How do you set goals with your clients?

16:25- Movement assessments

26:30- Playing the long game

32:00- How much does technique matter?

35:00- What is the most valuable part of investing in a coach?

42:00- The power of community & environment

On this week's episode, Julie shares the impact that living authentically has had on her personal growth, relationships, and joy. In a world full of judgement, jealously and superficial connection, it can be hard to embrace your "true self". Tune in for Julie's 3 lessons inspired by a recent conversation about being completely, unapologetically you,

On today's episode, Julie is joined by Lindsey Duckworth to discuss her experiences as an army solider, female leader, and physical therapist. Currently, she serves as a Medical Company Commander. As a Commander, Lindsey is responsible for leading over seventy Soldiers of various medical specialties. Her team of Soldiers train to provide medical care in combat. Prior to this position, Lindsey served as a Holistic Health and Fitness Physical Therapist along a team of specialists who help Soldiers achieve the five domains of readiness: mental, sleep, nutrition, physical and spiritual. The views expressed in the podcast do not officially represent the views of the US military or the United States Government. 

Shownotes:

03:25- What led you to join the army?

04:45- What is it like to have a leadership role as a female solider?

07:50- What are the most important characteristics of a successful leader?

09:50- How do you assure soldiers are prepared for high pressure environments?

13:25- How does the PT’s role in the army differ from civilian life?

19:00- Return to Duty & Fitness Testing

23:30- Common Injuries in Tactical Athletes

28:20- Mental Health & The Military 

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On this week’s episode, Julie shares 6 products that assist in improving her sleep quality. Sleep is one of the few things which influences all aspects of human function, especially mental & physical fitness. If you’re looking to improve your sleep, focusing on quality > quantity is a great place to start. Listen in or watch on YouTube to see Julie’s favorite sleep gadgets! 

Youtube:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=45b34YEnSgg

Shownotes & Links:

03:08- Sleep Mask ($19) https://a.co/d/5AMB2o3 

05:14- Travel Ear Plugs ($20) https://a.co/d/0TJMmbK 

07:55- Sunrise Alarm Clock ($40) https://a.co/d/6wZSuIB 

13:15- Indoor Thermometer (2 for $10) https://a.co/d/fB6zpTo

15:20- Mouth Tape ($8) https://a.co/d/7QVTLqS

19:40- Smart Light Bulbs (2 for $19) https://a.co/d/cA5J9eh 

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On today's episode, Julie is joined by Kiersten McCartney to discuss functional fitness for the adaptive athlete. Dr. Kiersten McCartney, PT, DPT, PhD-S, has a passion for engaging people with disabilities in exercise, fitness, and sport. As a lifelong athlete, Kiersten knows firsthand the physical, mental, and social benefits of exercise and believes in the power of fitness as a vessel to help people find their potential. As a former exercise physiologist at the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab in Chicago, IL, Kiersten developed individual fitness programs for people of all abilities, including those with neurological impairments, such as spinal cord injury, stroke, and Parkinson’s Disease. She is a Physical Therapist and PhD Student in the Neuromotor & Behavior Lab researching physical activity and high intensity exercise in people with chronic stroke at the University of Delaware. In 2021, Kiersten was appointed to the CrossFit Adaptive Competition Eligibility Board to help develop the processes for athlete eligibility in Adaptive Divisions. She co-founded Arena Adaptive where she coaches group Functional Fitness classes for Adaptive Athletes. Kiersten and I discuss how she creates fitness programs for people of all abilities, why fitness serves as a catalyst for improving self confidence, and her current pursuits as a PhD student.

Shownotes:

05:01- Who are Adaptive Athletes?

09:00- What drove you to work with Adaptive Athletes?

17:30- "Tell these kids they can before somebody tell's them they can't"

21:50- Factors to Consider when Programming for Adaptive Athletes.

25:00- Balancing Intensity to Optimize Outcomes.

29:45- Helping Athletes Overcome Fear of Failure.

35:11- Fitness Develops Self-Efficacy & Confidence

39:00- "Learn the rest of their story and understand just how capable they are"

Show Links:

instagram.com/runyourdays

Move United: https://moveunitedsport.org/sports/adaptive-sports/

Adaptive Training Academy: https://www.ata.fit/

Julie's Links:

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On this week's episode, Julie discusses the impact of inspiration on propelling humans through health and fitness. Inspired by a recent experience, Julie shares why emotion deserves to be celebrated, motivation should be sought out, and surrounding yourself with excited, passionate individuals is the way forward for bettering yourself and others. 

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On today’s episode, Julie is joined by Jeff Moore to discuss fitness forward physical therapy and how he is working to change our healthcare landscape. Jeff is the CEO of the institute of clinical excellence, a continuing education company that is creating excellence in physical therapy through a fitness forward lens. Jeff and Julie dive into combatting vulnerability with fitness, how lifestyle factors influence musculoskeletal function, and ultimately how we can make a real difference in our populations health & well being. We talk about why fitness is the solution to many of our problems, and how anybody can reap its rewards. Jeff is the kind of guy that’s passion can be felt through your speakers, and this one left me excited as ever.

Jeff's Links:

Instagram: instagram.com/jeffmooredpt

ICE Instagram: instagram.com/icephysio 

institute of Clinical Excellence: https://ptonice.com/ 

Email: [email protected]

Julie's Links:

instagram.com/goalsetmindset_jb

Shownotes:

05:47- What is Fitness Forward Physical Therapy?

09:42- “It’s not just that they can still benefit, they benefit MORE”

11:32- How do you achieve buy-in to fitness forward PT?

15:00- Shared Decision Making & Walking Alongside Patients

16:35- Why Cash-Based PT?

25:35: Collaborating with other fitness-forward providers

27:55: Prioritizing Fitness for Health & Longevity

33:05- “Get excited about every opportunity to get your world rocked”

36:40- “The only spot to effectively lead is from the front”

38:10- “People Follow People”

44:50- Take your M.E.D.S

On this week's episode, Dr. Megan Daley joins Julie to discuss Low Back Pain and its multifactorial nature. Megan is a physical therapist, educator, athlete and fitness enthusiast who has loads of personal and professional experience with low back pain. Megan and Julie discuss common causes of back pain, the importance of addressing sleep and nutrition with managing pain, load management strategies, imaging findings and how to remain active during flare ups. Megan busts common back pain myths, and combats them with actionable, science-backed strategies. Whether you experience back pain, or want to build resilience to prevent it- there is something in this episode for you!  

Megan's Links:

instagram: instagram.com/moveonthedaley 

https://www.moveonthedaley.org/ 

Shownotes:

05:55- What are the most common causes of low back pain?

13:00- Identifying acute vs. chronic stressors

16:44- How do you discuss lifestyle with patients who want a “quick fix?”

21:00- What are your favorite physical therapy treatments for lower back pain?

25:00- How can we gradually work back into painful positions?

27:55- Are deadlifts good or bad for low back pain?

38:43- What is the correlation between imaging and pain?

48:00- Go-to exercises & habits to building resilience against low back pain