Jacked Athlete Podcast
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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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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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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Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Myotendinous Junction Injuries 00:08 Pain Perception in Soleus Injuries 21:28 Rehabilitation Protocols for Soleus Injuries Takeaways Misdiagnosis is a significant issue in myotendinous injuries. Education is crucial for effective injury management. The rectus femoris has a complex three-layer structure. Proximal muscle action is like a whip, while distal action generates force. MRI is the gold standard for assessing injuries. Pain often manifests after activity, not during. Aponeurotic tissue requires longer healing times than muscle injuries. Tendon and...
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00:00 Introduction and Technical Challenges
03:11 Dylan Carmody's Background and Expertise
05:53 The Importance of Calf Research
08:59 Biomechanics of the Calf and Achilles
12:12 Understanding Muscle Function: Soleus vs. Gastrocnemius
14:57 Training Considerations for Calf Muscles
17:47 Injury Mechanisms and Rehabilitation Strategies
20:45 The Role of Aponeurosis in Muscle Function
24:03 Exploring Tendon Strain and Adaptation
27:01 Athletic Performance and Muscle Characteristics
37:03 Exploring the Role of Soleus and Gastrocnemius in Running
42:33 Understanding Tendon Development and Strain in Calf Training
48:34 Calf Training Strategies for Runners
53:27 Assessing Calf Strength and Endurance
58:31 Balancing Muscle and Tendon Work in Training
01:03:37 Seated vs. Standing Calf Raises: A Comparative Analysis
01:10:40 Age and Injury: Calf Strains vs. Achilles Ruptures
Takeaways
Dylan Carmody is a physical therapist and strength coach.
He focuses on calf and Achilles research due to a lack of resources.
The calf's biomechanics are easier to study due to its proximity to the ground.
Soleus and gastrocnemius have different muscle fiber types and functions.
Training should consider the specific muscle and tissue involved in injuries.
Injury mechanisms can be complex and involve multiple muscle groups.
Aponeurosis plays a significant role in muscle function and injury recovery.
Tendon strain is crucial for adaptation and performance.
Longer tendons may allow for greater absolute strain during activities.
Athletic performance may be influenced by muscle and tendon characteristics. The soleus plays a crucial role in decelerating the shank during running.
Tendon development is essential for maintaining calf health and preventing injuries.
Calf training should include both heavy and endurance-focused workouts.
Assessing calf strength through standardized tests can reveal weaknesses in runners.
Seated calf raises may provide more controlled loading than standing raises.
Age increases the risk of both calf strains and Achilles ruptures.
Effective calf training requires a blend of isometric, eccentric, and concentric exercises.
Cluster sets can help achieve higher volumes of calf training without excessive fatigue.
Understanding the mechanics of running can inform better training practices for athletes.
Injury prevention strategies should consider both muscle and tendon health.
Dylan's Linktree: https://linktr.ee/dylancarmody.dpt
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Notes: https://jackedathlete.com/podcast-156-calf-achilles-with-dylan-carmody/