Braun Performance and Rehab

Kayla Downey: Passing It Ahead: From College Lacrosse to Coaching the Next Generation

In this episode, Dan is joined by Kayla Downey to discuss her lacrosse career and how she is coaching and mentoring the next generation of lacrosse athletes following her playing career. Kayla Downey is a former Division I lacrosse athlete, educator, and coach based on Long Island. She began her collegiate career at Stony Brook before transferring south, competing at Coastal Carolina and later using her final year of eligibility at Virginia Tech to play in the ACC. A lifelong lacrosse player, Kayla grew up in a family deeply rooted in the sport and credits that environment for shaping both her competitive drive and love for mentorship. After completing her degree in physical education, Kayla returned home to teach, coach, and train the next generation of athletes. She currently coaches club lacrosse on Long Island and provides individual lacrosse lessons, focusing on skill development, confidence, and long-term athlete growth. Passionate about staying connected to the game, Kayla continues to give back through coaching, education, and sharing her experiences as a former collegiate athlete. Follow Kayla on Instagram: @kayla_downeyy and @downeyx4lacrosse Season 7 of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast is proudly supported by Pura Health, bringing ultrasound into every clinician’s hands. Learn more at purahealth.net and @pura.health_ultrasound. Additional support provided by Firefly Recovery, the official recovery partner of Braun Performance & Rehab (recoveryfirefly.com), and Dr. Ray Gorman of Engage Movement. Learn how to grow your income beyond sessions—follow @raygormandpt on Instagram and DM “Dan” for a free breakdown of the blended practice model. Episode Affiliates: Isophit (BRAUNPR25%), MoboBoard (BRAWNBODY10), AliRx (DBraunRx), MedBridge (BRAWN), CTM Band (BRAWN10), Ice Shaker (affiliate link). If you enjoyed this episode, share it with someone who would benefit and leave a 5-star review. Explore more from Dan at linktr.ee/braun_pr.

Cristian "Cris" Mundy: Financial Planning Fundamentals for Athletes & High-Performance Professionals

In this episode, Dan is joined by Cristian "Cris" Mundy CFP to discuss financial planning insights for athletes and those whom work with them. Cristian Mundy, CFP®, is a bilingual Senior Wealth Manager at LifeLine Financial & Wealth Management Group, based in Beverly Hills, with over 17 years of experience in financial planning and wealth management. Originally from Chile, Cristian is a proud Latino and first-generation college graduate, holding a degree in Business Administration with a concentration in Finance from The University of Arizona. Cristian began his career at JP Morgan, where he spent over a decade as both a Private Banker and Financial Advisor, before joining LifeLine Financial & Wealth Management Group to lead its expansion into the MLB and Latin Entertainment industries. He now specializes in serving professional athletes across MLB, NBA and NFL, as well as entertainers, executives, and high-net-worth individuals throughout the U.S. and Latin America, supporting the creation of dynasties built to last. Outside of his professional work, Cristian is a youth coach and community mentor, dedicating weekly time to educating young athletes and their families. He is also a firm believer in the connection between financial health and personal well-being and prioritizes fitness and wellness as core components of his lifestyle and practice. For more on Cris be sure to follow @crismundy on Instagram and check out https://www.cfp.net/ Season 7 of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast is proudly supported by Pura Health, bringing ultrasound into every clinician’s hands. Learn more at purahealth.net and @pura.health_ultrasound. Additional support provided by Firefly Recovery, the official recovery partner of Braun Performance & Rehab (recoveryfirefly.com), and Dr. Ray Gorman of Engage Movement. Learn how to grow your income beyond sessions—follow @raygormandpt on Instagram and DM “Dan” for a free breakdown of the blended practice model. Episode Affiliates: Isophit (BRAUNPR25%), MoboBoard (BRAWNBODY10), AliRx (DBraunRx), MedBridge (BRAWN), CTM Band (BRAWN10), Ice Shaker (affiliate link). If you enjoyed this episode, share it with someone who would benefit and leave a 5-star review. Explore more from Dan at linktr.ee/braun_pr.

Delaney Pratt: Life After Sport Built on the Snow

In this episode, Dan is joined by Delaney Pratt, former ski racer and college lacrosse athlete to discuss her transition to life after competitive sport and how she lives a life of adventure and excitement. Delaney Pratt is a former Division I lacrosse athlete turned ski instructor, personal trainer, and full-time traveler based in Colorado. After competing at the collegiate level, Delaney chose an unconventional path—building a life centered around movement, adventure, and intentional living. She splits her year between ski instructing in the winter and solo travel across the globe in the off-season, embracing work-exchange programs, surf camps, and outdoor communities along the way. Through her content, Delaney shares honest insights on life after sport, skiing culture, travel, and designing a lifestyle that aligns with personal values rather than traditional expectations. Follow her journey on Instagram and TikTok: @delaneyprattt Season 7 of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast is proudly supported by Pura Health, bringing ultrasound into every clinician’s hands. Learn more at purahealth.net and @pura.health_ultrasound. Additional support provided by Firefly Recovery, the official recovery partner of Braun Performance & Rehab (recoveryfirefly.com), and Dr. Ray Gorman of Engage Movement. Learn how to grow your income beyond sessions—follow @raygormandpt on Instagram and DM “Dan” for a free breakdown of the blended practice model. Episode Affiliates:Isophit (BRAUNPR25%), MoboBoard (BRAWNBODY10), AliRx (DBraunRx), MedBridge (BRAWN), CTM Band (BRAWN10), Ice Shaker (affiliate link). If you enjoyed this episode, share it with someone who would benefit and leave a 5-star review.Explore more from Dan at linktr.ee/braun_pr.

Nick Greyno, Connor Schoepp, John Bloom, Tex McQuilkin: Beyond the Team Setting: Strength Coaches Redefining Careers in the Private Sector

In the first episode of the 2026 season, Dan is joined by Nick Greyno, Connor Schoepp, John Bloom & Tex McQuilkin to discuss the transition of S&C from D1 sport to private sector. Connor Schoepp spent the past decade working across professional and collegiate sport before transitioning into the private sector and founding Rebuild Performance & Rehab in Pittsburgh, PA. His work centers on return-to-play performance, speed development, and isometric training, bridging high-level sport science with real-world athlete application. Connor brings a systems-based approach to long-term athletic development, helping athletes transition safely and confidently back to competition.Follow Connor at @rebuild_p_r and @rebuildpr_. Nick Greyno is a strength and conditioning coach with extensive experience across Division I athletics and applied sports performance. He has held roles at TCU, Florida International University, the University of West Florida, Clemson, the University of South Carolina, and with US Ski & Snowboard / Ski & Snowboard Club Vail. A former track & field athlete, Nick earned his MBA while serving as a Graduate Assistant at the University of Mount Olive. He is now based in Columbus, Ohio, where he is building Life Free Perform, a performance platform focused on long-term development and coach education. Nick holds CSCS, SCCC, USAW, FRCms, EXOS XPS, and RPR Level 1 certifications.Learn more at www.lifefreeperform.com [http://www.lifefreeperform.com/] and follow @greynotstrength. Tex McQuilkin is the Founder and Leadership Strategist of Captains & Coaches, bringing over 15 years of experience at the intersection of athletic performance and leadership development. A former four-year starter and three-year captain for Marymount University Men’s Lacrosse, Tex blends performance science with leadership psychology to develop athletes into confident leaders on and off the field. He holds a Master’s degree in Health Behavior Change and has coached athletes across six continents, from youth sport to elite collegiate environments and special operations forces. Tex continues to coach middle and high school lacrosse in Austin, Texas, while refining the Captains & Coaches methodology through applied practice.Follow @mcquilkin, @captainsandcoaches, and visit www.captainsandcoaches.com [http://www.captainsandcoaches.com/]. John Bloom is a sports performance coach and entrepreneur with experience across multiple Division I programs, including Abilene Christian, Weber State, Texas Tech, and Oral Roberts University. After more than a decade in the collegiate setting, John transitioned into the private sector to found Elevated Athlete Development LLC, based in the Dallas–Fort Worth area. His mission is to provide holistic athletic development while creating environments that prioritize long-term growth, character, and sustainable performance. Beyond athlete training, John is passionate about building platforms that allow coaches to learn, connect, and collaborate—strengthening the profession through shared knowledge and Strength In Numbers.Follow John at @johnbloom30. Season 7 of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast is proudly supported by Pura Health, bringing ultrasound into every clinician’s hands. Learn more at purahealth.net and @pura.health_ultrasound. Additional support provided by Firefly Recovery, the official recovery partner of Braun Performance & Rehab (recoveryfirefly.com), and Dr. Ray Gorman of Engage Movement. Learn how to grow your income beyond sessions—follow @raygormandpt on Instagram and DM “Dan” for a free breakdown of the blended practice model. Episode Affiliates:Isophit (BRAUNPR25%), MoboBoard (BRAWNBODY10), AliRx (DBraunRx), MedBridge (BRAWN), CTM Band (BRAWN10), Ice Shaker (affiliate link). If you enjoyed this episode, share it with someone who would benefit and leave a 5-star review.Explore more from Dan at linktr.ee/braun_pr.

Terris Dior Hightower, Justin Lewis, Mike Lehr: Foot & Ankle Pathomechanics in Sport Performance and Rehabilitation

In the final episode of the 2025 season, Dan is joined by Dr. Terris Hightower, Dr. Justin Lewis and Dr. Mike Lehr to dive into foot and ankle mechanics. Terris Dior Hightower:Terris Dior Hightower, DPT, is a physical therapist and specialist in foot and ankle pathomechanics, with a focus on applied biomechanics, injury mechanisms, and performance optimization. He has worked across professional basketball environments, including the Washington Wizards, Washington Mystics, and Capital City Go-Go, supporting athletes through sports science, rehab, and performance roles. Terris bridges research and real-world application to challenge conventional thinking around lower-extremity injuries and tissue stress. Follow Terris on Instagram: @dr.terrishighpowerMike Lehr: Dr. Lehr is currently an associate professor in the Doctor of Physical Therapy Program at Messiah University. His areas of interest and expertise are in orthopedic and sports physical therapy, teaching and learning, manual therapy for the foot and ankle, movement assessment techniques, and musculoskeletal injury prevention strategies. Dr. Lehr has had extensive higher education teaching experience as a core faculty member in an entry level doctoral physical therapy program. Clinically, he still maintains clinical practice in the outpatient setting. He is an accomplished scholar with numerous peer reviewed scholarly products over the last decade at the national and international level and has been lead instructor for many continuing education courses related to his area of expertise. For more on Dr. Lehr, you can check out his research gate here: www.researchgate.net/profile/Michael-Lehr Justin Lewis, DPM Justin Lewis is a surgically trained podiatrist specializing in sports medicine and complex foot and ankle pathology. With a background in exercise physiology, Justin brings a biomechanics-driven approach to athlete care, integrating advanced imaging, gait analysis, and innovative surgical techniques. His clinical interests include sesamoid injuries, bone stress injuries, and athlete-specific treatment strategies focused on preserving performance and long-term foot function.Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/justinlewis_footsurgery⁠Website: ⁠https://www.mdfootandankle.com⁠ [https://www.mdfootandankle.com] Season 6 and 7 of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast is brought to you by Pura Health - Bringing ultrasound into every clinician's hand. For more on Pura Health be sure to check out https://www.purahealth.net & @pura.health_ultrasound *SEASON 6 of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast is brought to you by Isophit. For more on Isophit, please check out isophit.com and @isophit -BE SURE to use coupon code BraunPR25% to save 25% on your Isophit order! **Season 6 of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast is also brought to you by Firefly Recovery, the official recovery provider for Braun Performance & Rehab. For more on Firefly, please check out https://www.recoveryfirefly.com/ or email jake@recoveryfirefly.com ***This episode is also powered by Dr. Ray Gorman, founder of Engage Movement. Learn how to boost your income without relying on sessions. Get a free training on the blended practice model by following @raygormandpt on Instagram. DM my name “Dan” to @raygormandpt on Instagram and receive your free breakdown on the model. Episode Affiliates: MoboBoard: BRAWNBODY10 saves 10% at checkout! AliRx: DBraunRx = 20% off at checkout! https://alirx.health/ MedBridge: https://www.medbridgeeducation.com/brawn-body-training or Coupon Code "BRAWN" for 40% off your annual subscription! CTM Band: https://ctm.band/collections/ctm-band coupon code "BRAWN10" = 10% off! Ice shaker affiliate link: https://www.iceshaker.com?sca_ref=1520881.zOJLysQzKe Make sure you SHARE this episode with a friend who could benefit from the information we shared! Check out everything Dan is up to by clicking here: https://linktr.ee/braun_pr Liked this episode? Leave a 5-star review on your favorite podcast platform