The Athletes Podcast

When Rehab Becomes Real Performance with Dan Braun

We sit down with Dr. Dan Braun to talk about training that actually moves the needle, from breaking plateaus with simple strength work to using isometrics with a real plan. We also dig into return-to-sport decisions, why rehab often stops at pain relief, and how sleep, breathing, and nutrition quietly decide your outcomes.  • simplifying training with push-ups pull-ups and dips as repeatable anchors  • using single-leg loading and tempo to train hard on low-readiness days  • translating academic research into coaching language without losing the point  • defining isometrics beyond trends including overcoming vs yielding  • common isometric mistakes including random “sprinkling” without structure  • go-to isometric exercises including flexed arm hangs and hip flexor holds  • building a holistic base with nutrition sleep breathwork and travel routines  • supplement routines with creatine electrolytes caffeine and comfort in the gym  • shifting from solo clinician to multidisciplinary team for better rehab outcomes  • bridging the gap from return-to-sport clearance to return to performance  If you want to get your pre-workouts and your creatines, any other supplements, go to Perfect Sports, use the code AP15, save 15%.  Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/566152/support]  Check out our Website [https://www.theathletespodcast.com/] | Twitter [https://twitter.com/theathletespod] | LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-...] | Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/theathletes...] | Tiktok [https://www.tiktok.com/@theathletespod] | Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/3UGWkLsS0y7HfFWX1J4aTe] | Apple [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-athletes-podcast/id1478685041?uo=4] | Google [https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS81NjYxNTIucnNz] | Youtube [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfSY5_9gKEyK87u2slzCkzg] l Save 15% on Perfect Sports Supplements [https://ca.perfectsports.com/?ref=ap20]

Rei Halloran Explains How She Turned A Distant Dream Into Olympic Reality

We sit down with Olympic goalie Rei Halloran right after she represents Team Japan and talk through what the Games actually feel like from inside the village. We dig into the work, mindset shifts, and support system that carry her from being overlooked in Division III to believing she belongs on the biggest stage.  • Olympic Village reality, beds, food, and meeting athletes across sports  • Handling goalie pressure, going in cold, and choosing fun over fear  • The bullet train phone call that confirms her Olympic roster spot  • Building confidence through strength work, extra skates, and “little things”  • Training camp as a tryout mindset versus clinics as a test lab  • Recovery routines, warm-ups, and why readiness changes performance  • Nutrition with gluten and dairy allergies and finding clean protein  • Favorite goalies, film study habits, and learning from InGoal resources  • Family support, advocacy, and finding an agent as a D3 player  • Playing pro overseas in Norway and Sweden and adapting to European style  • Growing on TikTok, mentoring young women, and making women’s hockey bigger  • Biggest advice for athletes, set a goal and refuse limits  Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/566152/support]  Check out our Website [https://www.theathletespodcast.com/] | Twitter [https://twitter.com/theathletespod] | LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-...] | Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/theathletes...] | Tiktok [https://www.tiktok.com/@theathletespod] | Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/3UGWkLsS0y7HfFWX1J4aTe] | Apple [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-athletes-podcast/id1478685041?uo=4] | Google [https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS81NjYxNTIucnNz] | Youtube [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfSY5_9gKEyK87u2slzCkzg] l Save 15% on Perfect Sports Supplements [https://ca.perfectsports.com/?ref=ap20]

From Bikini Champion To Golf Addict With Heidi Cannon

We play a nine-hole simulator round with Heidi Cannon while tracing how a bikini champion turns contest discipline into real gains in golf. Along the way, we get honest about fittings, long drive pressure, social media distortion, and the slow fundamentals that beat every shortcut. • how Heidi gets into golf and why it sticks as a lifelong sport • meeting the right people on the course and landing in the golf industry • why fitness training carries over to speed, flexibility, and control • PXG fitting benefits and the role of quality equipment • the grind behind a long drive tour across Canada • Birdie Juice as a golf celebration ritual and brand story • what bodybuilding prep really looks like from off-season to stage weight • natural competing, peptides, and why medical guidance matters • Ozempic and the danger of chasing quick fixes • social media perception and staying grounded in real life • why more women belong in golf and how sims reduce intimidation Use my promo code, yeah. Absolutely. Which is tidy 18, golf ball planet. Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/566152/support]  Check out our Website [https://www.theathletespodcast.com/] | Twitter [https://twitter.com/theathletespod] | LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-...] | Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/theathletes...] | Tiktok [https://www.tiktok.com/@theathletespod] | Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/3UGWkLsS0y7HfFWX1J4aTe] | Apple [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-athletes-podcast/id1478685041?uo=4] | Google [https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS81NjYxNTIucnNz] | Youtube [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfSY5_9gKEyK87u2slzCkzg] l Save 15% on Perfect Sports Supplements [https://ca.perfectsports.com/?ref=ap20]

Mac Boucher - #279 - From Self-Taught Swing To Global Golf Creator

We sit down with Mac Boucher to unpack how a self-taught swing, bold shot shapes, and a course-first creative style turned golf into a joyful career built on intention and integrity. Mac shares strategies for pressure, boundaries with haters, and advice for athletes who want longevity. • curving the ball to control the miss • building a brand that prioritizes long-term partners • balancing pressure, performance, and public scrutiny • learning on the course instead of living on the range • using creativity to make the course the star • recovery basics and keeping golf a happy place • supporting peers and calling out toxic behavior • advice for young athletes to chase passion, not clout “Shout out to PERFECT Sports, sponsor of this episode” Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/566152/support]  Check out our Website [https://www.theathletespodcast.com/] | Twitter [https://twitter.com/theathletespod] | LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-...] | Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/theathletes...] | Tiktok [https://www.tiktok.com/@theathletespod] | Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/3UGWkLsS0y7HfFWX1J4aTe] | Apple [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-athletes-podcast/id1478685041?uo=4] | Google [https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS81NjYxNTIucnNz] | Youtube [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfSY5_9gKEyK87u2slzCkzg] l Save 15% on Perfect Sports Supplements [https://ca.perfectsports.com/?ref=ap20]

From Overtraining To Sparta Score: How Data, Consistency, And Recovery Drive Performance - #278 ft. Cole Hergott

Join David Stark & Cole Hergott, the S&C coach at Trinity Western University. We explore how better beats more, why consistent full-body training outperforms grind culture, and how a simple, repeatable Sparta Score keeps hundreds of athletes focused on the right improvements. Cole shares actionable ways to program, recover, and earn buy-in without fancy gear. • Creatine’s physical and cognitive benefits across ages • Why submax testing and bar speed drive safer progress • The Sparta Score formula and how it unifies teams • Offseason planning that builds, not burns, athletes • Under-recovery versus overtraining and how to fix it • Full-body frequency over body-part splits • Overcoming isometrics for force and potentiation • Neck strength strategies for concussion-prone teams • Data selection, dashboards, and clear KPIs • Culture, confidence, and competition that lasts Hey, thank you guys for tuning in. We’ll see you again next week Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/566152/support]  Check out our Website [https://www.theathletespodcast.com/] | Twitter [https://twitter.com/theathletespod] | LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-...] | Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/theathletes...] | Tiktok [https://www.tiktok.com/@theathletespod] | Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/3UGWkLsS0y7HfFWX1J4aTe] | Apple [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-athletes-podcast/id1478685041?uo=4] | Google [https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS81NjYxNTIucnNz] | Youtube [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfSY5_9gKEyK87u2slzCkzg] l Save 15% on Perfect Sports Supplements [https://ca.perfectsports.com/?ref=ap20]