The RollingThru Podcast

Staying Active for Life: Dr. San Miguel on Injury Resilience | The RollingThru Podcast Ep.4

In this episode I sit down with Dr. Alberto San Miguel, a physical therapist at Promotion Physical Therapy with a unique journey into the field. Before becoming a Doctor of Physical Therapy, he studied history and worked in museum archives, later transitioning into personal training. His passion for movement and injury prevention led him back to school, where he not only became a DPT but also a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) through the National Strength and Conditioning Association. Dr. San Miguel shares his insights on injury resilience, staying active for life, and the balance between rehabilitation and performance and more. This is an episode I was super excited for that I know everyone can get value in. We cover, Introduction, 0:30 Who is Dr. Alberto San Miguel, 1:45 How he was introduced to physical therapy 6:30 How his education shaped him 8:25 How to treat a unmotivated patient 12:15 Injury Prevention 15:05 How to create Injury Resilience 21:25 Deeper ranges of motion are safe? 26:50 Injury resilience in combat sports 31:05 Muscle tension when exploring new movements 34:30 True Mobility work 38:20 Conjugate method and overuse injuries 44:30 What can someone do to prevent injury 46:30 How train on a tight schedule schedule 52:05 Conclusion 1:04:40 If you are interested in working with Dr. San Miguel go to promotionpt-sa.com where you can find clinic locations and info. 📲 Follow us on Instagram: @rollingthruDPT 🎧 Listen on Spotify & Apple Podcasts

The Science of Eating Better: Emily Swope on Nutrition for Health | The RollingThru Podcast Ep.3

In this episode of the Rolling Thru Podcast, I sit down with Emily Swope, MS, to break down everything you need to know about nutrition for performance, gut health, and overall well-being. Emily is a certified nutrition specialist candidate with a master’s in integrative & functional nutrition and is currently a nutrition intern with Clinicians Incubator. We cover: 0:30 Introduction and Emily's Background 4:15 Why She Chose Nutrition 7:50 Dietician vs Nutritionist 10:30 Differing Fact from Opinion 15:00 GLP-1's (Ozempic) 18:45 Diet and Exercise and Obesity 21:15 Nature vs Nurture 27:20 Food Dyes 33:00 Aspartame and Artificial Sweeteners Study 36:50 Meat and its effects on Health 42:45 My experience with red meat 44:40 Supplementing Protein 49:20 Gut Health and Gut Microbiome 53:00 My experience with my gut health 54:40 How to improve gut health 58:10 Steps to take to improve nutrition 1:03:00 How to properly fuel as an athlete 1:07:40 Electrolytes and their role 1:12:00 My Experience with not fueling properly 1:15:00 Electrolytes and sweat 1:18:20 Auravitawellness Whether you're an athlete or just looking to optimize your health, this episode is packed with insights you can apply right away. For more of Emily's work follow her on instagram @auravita_wellness and check out auravitawellness.com 📲 Follow us on Instagram: @rollingthruDPT 🎧 Listen on Spotify & Apple Podcasts

More Than a Fighter: Victor Altamirano on Life, Family, and Growth | The RollingThru Podcast Ep.2

In this episode of The RollingThru Podcast, I sit down with Victor Altamirano, former LFA Flyweight Champion, UFC fighter, 2nd-degree black belt in Taekwondo, and black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Victor shares how martial arts shaped his life, the lessons he’s taken from fighting, and his transition to a new chapter focused on family, personal growth, and helping others. We dive into his mindset, his experiences in the UFC, and what’s next for him now that his priorities have shifted beyond competition.

How to Build Strength in the Gym & in Life w/ Phil Daru | The RollingThru Podcast Ep. 1

Welcome to the first episode of the RollingThru Podcast. I sit down with world-renowned coach Phil Daru, who has trained elite MMA fighters, boxers, olympians, and NFL players. We discuss: His upbringing His time at ATT S&C for combat sports and more! Whether you're a fighter, coach, or just someone who wants to train like an athlete, this episode is packed with tons insight from the best trainer in the business. For more of Phil Daru's work follow him on all social media platforms, @PhilDaruStrong Also check out darustrong.com for more of his insights, programs, and courses. 📲 Follow us on Instagram: @rollingthruDPT