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Basketball and Tendons with Max Schmarzo

Jacked Athlete Podcast

Release Date: 05/05/2026

Basketball and Tendons with Max Schmarzo show art Basketball and Tendons with Max Schmarzo

Jacked Athlete Podcast

Chapters 00:00 Max's Basketball Journey: A Personal Exploration 10:31 Training Insights: Adapting Strength Programs for Basketball 20:19 Deceleration and Skill: The Mechanics of Basketball Performance 30:02 Injury Prevention: Understanding Achilles Ruptures in Basketball 34:10 Understanding Force Production and Muscle Dynamics 41:57 The Stretch-Shortening Cycle Explained 52:10 The Importance of Defense in Athletic Training 01:00:56 Osteokinetic Loading and Its Implications 01:03:37 The Physics of Athletic Performance 01:10:06 The Role of Strength Training in Basketball 01:13:03 Personal...

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Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background of Dr. Mike T Nelson 03:08 Understanding Metabolic Flexibility 06:08 The Role of Carbohydrates and Fats in Metabolism 09:00 Cellular Energy and Performance 12:04 Testing Metabolic Flexibility 14:48 The Impact of Insulin and Glucose on Metabolism 18:02 Advanced Glycation End Products and Tendon Health 20:59 Maintaining Metabolic Flexibility through Training and Nutrition 37:54 Metabolic Flexibility and Blood Work 41:25 The Impact of Carbohydrates on Metabolic Health 43:00 Obesity and Its Effects on Metabolic Flexibility 47:53 GLP-1 Drugs and Their Role...

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Chapters 00:00 Understanding Adductor Tendinopathy 02:34 Differentiating Acute and Chronic Groin Injuries 05:32 The Role of Loading in Rehabilitation 08:46 Personal Experiences with Groin Pain 11:47 Challenges in Diagnosis and Management 14:34 The Importance of Functional Deficits 17:42 Individualized Rehabilitation Approaches 20:46 The Impact of Foot and Ankle on Hip Pain 35:30 Understanding Groin Pain in Athletes 41:25 The Role of Anatomy and Hip Mobility 48:07 Managing Training Loads and Injury Prevention 51:34 Biomechanics and Movement Strategies 57:21 Injury Prevention Strategies for...

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Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 02:21 The Journey to Strongman Competitions 05:14 The Day of the Injury 08:29 Emergency Response and Diagnosis 11:38 Surgery and Recovery Process 14:35 Rehabilitation and Progression 17:26 Returning to Training and Coaching 20:30 Challenges and Adjustments in Recovery 23:35 Current Status and Future Goals 28:56 Rehabilitation Journey: Progressing Through Pain 36:03 Building Strength: The Path to Recovery 42:48 Managing Daily Life: Coping with Stiffness and Pain 51:15 Reflections on Injury: Lessons Learned and Future Goals 58:22 Adapting Training:...

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Chapters 00:00 Seth O'Neill's Background and Expertise 01:34 Understanding Achilles Tendon Problems 02:26 The Role of the Plantaris in Achilles Tendinopathy 07:04 The Importance of the Soleus Muscle 16:15 PhD Research on Soleus and Achilles Tendon Rehabilitation 19:43 Calf Muscle Loads and Performance 22:13 Internal vs External Loads in Rehabilitation 30:43 Rehabilitation Focus: Dorsiflexion vs Plantar Flexion 37:27 Identifying Deficits in Performance Testing 39:53 Understanding Muscle Weakness and Performance Misconceptions 40:58 Concentric vs Eccentric Training in Rehabilitation 42:29...

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Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background of Trent Saylo 02:16 Journey into Basketball and Physical Therapy 05:20 Transition to Specializing in Tendons 08:06 Research Initiatives at IMG Academy 10:11 Understanding Tendon Health and Assessment 13:13 Utilizing Advanced Imaging Techniques 16:14 The Role of Structure in Tendon Health 19:25 Navigating the Divisive Nature of Imaging in Tendon Care 22:16 Communicating Imaging Results to Patients 25:21 Case Studies and Practical Applications of UTC 33:06 Exploring UTC in Clinical Practice 36:22 Understanding Tendon Injuries and Healing 41:12 The Role...

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Deceleration and Achilles Ruptures in Basketball with Adam Petway show art Deceleration and Achilles Ruptures in Basketball with Adam Petway

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Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background of Adam Petway 02:45 The Intersection of Basketball and Biomechanics 05:44 Deceleration Strategies in Basketball 08:28 The Importance of Acceleration in Deceleration 11:30 Injury Mechanisms: ACL and Achilles Tendon Ruptures 14:30 Research Findings on Achilles Tendon Ruptures 17:41 Conclusions and Future Directions 35:49 Understanding False Steps in Sports Injury Prevention 39:19 The Mechanics of Achilles Tendon Ruptures 42:32 Exploring Injury Patterns and Risk Factors 47:00 The Role of Previous Injuries in Achilles Ruptures 51:12 Chronic Pain and Its...

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ACLs, Quads, and Knee Tendons with Erik Meira show art ACLs, Quads, and Knee Tendons with Erik Meira

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Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Erik Meira and His Background 02:39 The Journey into Physical Therapy 05:51 Transitioning from Hip to ACL Focus 08:50 Understanding ACL Rehabilitation Challenges 12:01 The Role of the Quadriceps in Recovery 14:49 Pain Management and the Nervous System 17:40 Graft Types and Their Impact on Recovery 20:47 Exploring Force Output and Pain Inhibition 23:57 Warm-Up Strategies and Moment Arm Mechanics 26:39 Practical Applications in Rehabilitation 31:52 Phases of Rehabilitation 36:52 Understanding Blood Flow Restriction (BFR) Training 45:42 The Role of Pain and Function...

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Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Gabriel Fernandes and His Work 03:51 Exploring the Role of the Soleus in Achilles Tendinopathy 11:56 Investigating the Lateral Gastrocnemius and Its Implications 18:30 Understanding Muscle Fatigue and Endurance in Running 34:14 Practical Applications for Rehabilitation and Training 37:49 Cortical Inhibition and Tendinopathy 39:27 Deficits in Endurance and Peak Force 40:48 Measuring Muscle Capacity and Joint Angles 43:13 Hypertrophy and Muscle Adaptation 45:57 Atrophy in Calf Muscles 49:23 Rehabilitation Strategies for Lateral Gastroc 53:03 Foot Positioning and...

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Chapters 00:00 The Role of Podiatry in Rehabilitation 01:19 Exploring the Peroneal and Tibialis Posterior Tendons 04:25 Phases of Tendon Rehabilitation 07:14 Differentiating Tendon Injuries 10:30 The Importance of Accurate Diagnosis 24:12 Exploring Treatment Options for Tendon Pain 32:36 Understanding Orthotics and Their Role in Recovery 41:43 The Importance of Taping Techniques 44:29 Footwear Considerations for Pain Management 51:49 Differential Diagnosis in Tendon Pain 57:06 Understanding Insertional Pain and Loading Programs 58:14 The Role of Training Load in Running Injuries 01:00:03...

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More Episodes

Chapters

00:00 Max's Basketball Journey: A Personal Exploration
10:31 Training Insights: Adapting Strength Programs for Basketball
20:19 Deceleration and Skill: The Mechanics of Basketball Performance
30:02 Injury Prevention: Understanding Achilles Ruptures in Basketball
34:10 Understanding Force Production and Muscle Dynamics
41:57 The Stretch-Shortening Cycle Explained
52:10 The Importance of Defense in Athletic Training
01:00:56 Osteokinetic Loading and Its Implications
01:03:37 The Physics of Athletic Performance
01:10:06 The Role of Strength Training in Basketball
01:13:03 Personal Reflections on Basketball and Coaching
01:20:29 The Importance of Understanding in Coaching

Takeaways

Max's journey into basketball was driven by a desire to challenge himself.
Playing at lower levels of basketball can still be a fulfilling experience.
The emotional challenges of being on the bench can be significant.
Coaches must prioritize helping athletes improve over simply training them.
Physical conditioning must align with skill work to avoid fatigue.
Deceleration in basketball is more taxing than many realize.
Proper technique can mitigate injury risks in basketball.
Excessive time on feet can lead to stiffness and injury.
Strength training should consider the athlete's overall workload.
Understanding the mechanics of movement is crucial for performance.  Painkillers are often used by athletes to manage injuries during high-stakes games.
The end of the season sees a spike in injuries due to players pushing through pain.
Force production in muscles is primarily contractile, with eccentric contractions being a misnomer.
The stretch-shortening cycle is crucial for efficient movement and injury prevention.
Defensive training is essential and often neglected in athletic preparation.
Osteokinetic loading plays a significant role in how forces are transmitted through the body during movement.
Muscle tonus and osteokinetic stacking contribute to how the body absorbs impact.
Injury prevention strategies should focus on neuromuscular control and proper loading techniques.
The glute medius and perineals are critical for lateral movement and stability.
Understanding the mechanics of movement can help in designing better training programs. Lighter athletes often need to run faster to optimize performance.
Physics plays a crucial role in athletic performance and biomechanics.
Not all athletes need to focus on elasticity to excel in their sport.
Strength training should be tailored to the athlete's specific needs and skill set.
Professional athletes require different training approaches compared to college athletes.
Personal experiences in basketball can shape coaching philosophies.
Understanding the 'why' behind training methods is essential for effective coaching.
Learning is a continuous process that involves questioning and adapting.
Coaches should prioritize the well-being and development of their athletes over external validation.
The importance of creating a supportive and educational environment for athletes. 

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Notes: https://jackedathlete.com/podcast-171-basketball-and-tendons-with-max-schmarzo/