The Resilient Athlete Project

#44: The Old Folks Olympics: Training Today for Your 100-Year-Old Self

Sat, 20 Sep 2025 08:00:00 -0400

Future-proof your fitness. In this solo episode, Dr. Zach Wagner explores the Centenarian Decathlon, aka the Old Folks Olympics, a practical and inspiring framework for training to thrive well into your 80s, 90s, and beyond.

You’ll learn how to:

Build your Longevity Pyramid: mobility, strength & power, cardiovascular endurance, community, and play.
Redefine personal records (PRs) from pure numbers to life-shaping narratives.
Apply lessons from Blue Zones to eat, move, and recover with purpose.
Embrace the 80% rule and consistency over intensity to stay active for life.

Whether you’re a weekend warrior or an everyday mover, this episode gives you actionable ideas to rework your training today for a stronger, freer tomorrow.

Don't forget to subscribe and share!

For more information about Wagner PT & Performance, visit www.wagnerptp.com

10-Minute Body Scan for Relaxation and Recovery

Wed, 16 Jul 2025 12:53:30 -0400

Hey there. I have something a little different for you this time.

I've been discussing mindfulness and relaxation practices with many of my patients recently, and naturally, I've been asked for recommendations of meditation recordings.

I certainly have some good recommendations, but I also thought I would record my own.

This is a 10-minute basic body scan practice designed to help you relax and recover.

As always, please reach out to us via the website with any questions or comments. Enjoy!

Don't forget to subscribe and share!

For more information about Wagner PT & Performance, visit www.wagnerptp.com

Disclaimer:

Please consult a medical provider if you are dealing with pain, injury or any other medical condition.

Any patient information shared is done with full consent.

Wagner PT & Performance, LLC is not responsible for any damages resulting from improper use of information on this podcast.

#43: How Long Does It Take To Recover From A Concussion?

Thu, 10 Apr 2025 06:00:00 -0400

This episode is all about the first question I get during a concussion evaluation: "How long does it take to recover from a concussion?"

The answer is very much "it depends." No two concussions are exactly alike. Symptoms can be all over the map and everyone recovers differently. So, there is no singular approach to concussion rehab.

When seeking help for a concussion, many people feel like they aren't being heard or getting any good information, but the right evaluation and treatment can provide more concrete answers (if the provider knows what they are doing).

During this solo episode, my goal is to give you an overview of the research on concussion recovery and how it applies to actual cases. This will give you a glimpse into my process when evaluating and treating concussion patients.

Topics include:

What is a concussion?
How is a concussion diagnosed?
Concussion recovery timelines
How concussions affect male vs. female athletes
Who takes longer to recover after a concussion, and why?
My overall recommendations for concussion care
and more...

Enjoy the episode!

Don't forget to subscribe and share!

For more information and to ask questions visit www.wagnerptp.com

Disclaimer:

Please consult a medical provider if you are dealing with pain, injury or any other medical condition.

Any patient information shared is done with full consent.

Wagner PT & Performance, LLC is not responsible for any damages resulting from improper use of information on this podcast.

#42: How To Actually Achieve Your New Year's Resolution

Thu, 30 Jan 2025 06:00:00 -0500

Here we are at the end of January. How are your resolutions going? Whether you're crushing it or totally off the wagon, this episode is for you!

In this episode, I dive deep into how you can actually stick to your resolution this year. Spoiler alert: it's ok to switch it up and start again :)

Topics covered in the episode include:

How to use the discipline ladder to build momentum.
What are temporal landmarks? Why are they important in goal setting?
The fresh start effect and how you can leverage it to stay motivated.
Fun ways to hack your motivation and stay accountable
And more...

I also include concrete examples along the way to help you understand how to adapt this information to your life and circumstances.

I hope this episode helps you feel good about where you're going this year. Head to the contact page on my website if you have any questions. Happy to help!

https://www.wagnerptp.com/contact-us

Don't forget to subscribe and share!

For more information about Wagner PT & Performance, visit www.wagnerptp.com

Disclaimer:

Please consult a medical provider if you are dealing with pain, injury or any other medical condition.

Any patient information shared is done with full consent.

Wagner PT & Performance, LLC is not responsible for any damages resulting from improper use of information on this podcast.

#41: Regenerative Medicine with Dr. Brian Petrie

Thu, 17 Oct 2024 06:00:00 -0400

For this episode, I'm joined by Dr. Brian Petrie. He is a chiropractor and owner of Regenerative Medicine of Raynham.

I get a lot of questions about treatments like cortisone injections, stem cells, PRP, prolotherapy, etc. so I brought Dr. Petrie on the podcast to shed some light on these topics and much more.

We discuss his path to regenerative medicine, why he focuses so much on metabolic and immune health, problems with common musculoskeletal treatments like cortisone, the procedures he uses and recommends, how to support regenerative medicine with lifestyle changes and more.

I learned a lot during this interview. I hope you enjoy it as much as I did.

To learn more about Dr. Petrie and his practice, head to his website

Don't forget to subscribe and share!

For more information about Wagner PT & Performance, visit www.wagnerptp.com

Disclaimer:

Please consult a medical provider if you are dealing with pain, injury or any other medical condition.

Any patient information shared is done with full consent.

Wagner PT & Performance, LLC is not responsible for any damages resulting from improper use of information on this podcast.

#40: Functional Medicine, Blood Work and Taking Charge of Your Health with Dr. Mitchell Rasmussen

Thu, 05 Sep 2024 06:00:00 -0400

For this episode, I am joined by my friend and colleague Dr. Mitchell Rasmussen. He is a functional medicine practitioner at The Facility Denver.

Dr. Rasmussen is my go to guy for all things functional medicine, blood work, biomarkers, metabolic health, immunology and much more. I have worked with him personally and when a patient of mine needs further medical assessment, I refer to him and his team often.

We discuss his background in functional medicine, how he works with patients, issues with the current medical system, blood work, biomarkers, how to take charge of your health, what you should look for in practitioners you can trust and more.

The types of things we discuss in this episode can make a huge difference in your health and quality of life so I highly encourage you to give it a listen.

Check out The Facility

Reach out to Mitchell and his team

Reach out to me

Don't forget to subscribe and share!

For more information about Wagner PT & Performance, visit www.wagnerptp.com

Disclaimer:

Please consult a medical provider if you are dealing with pain, injury or any other medical condition.

Any patient information shared is done with full consent.

Wagner PT & Performance, LLC is not responsible for any damages resulting from improper use of information on this podcast.

#39: Why Low Back Pain Is Like The Common Cold

Thu, 25 Jul 2024 06:00:00 -0400

How is low back pain like the common cold?

Low back pain is one of the most common things I treat so I get a lot of questions about it. In this solo episode, I share an analogy I use all the time with patients and others asking for advice about back pain.

I discuss how you should think about back pain, share my own low back pain story, share some patient case examples, discuss when you should be more concerned about back pain and more. Enjoy!

Don't forget to subscribe and share!

For more information about Wagner PT & Performance, visit www.wagnerptp.com

Disclaimer:

Please consult a medical provider if you are dealing with pain, injury or any other medical condition.

Any patient information shared is done with full consent.

Wagner PT & Performance, LLC is not responsible for any damages resulting from improper use of information on this podcast.

#38: Nutrition Masterclass with Kate Daugherty

Thu, 11 Apr 2024 14:29:49 -0400

This episode is all about nutrition. I get tons of questions about nutrition so I brought in the expert for this episode!

Kate Daugherty is a functional nutritionist and co-founder of The Facility Functional Medicine Clinic in Denver, Colorado. She holds a masters degree in Human Nutrition and Functional Medicine and is a board-certified nutrition specialist. Her clinical focus is systemic dysfunction including GI issues, hormonal concerns, skin problems, autoimmune disorders, food sensitivities/challenges, and chronic viral burden.

Learn more about her practice at thefacilitydenver.com or via instagram @thefacilitydenver

We discuss how to approach general nutrition, what foods your diet should be focused on, macros, intermittent fasting, supplements, nutrition for injury recovery and so much more.

Please reach out HERE with any questions.

Disclaimer:

Please note that this podcast contains my opinions and those of my guests. While I strive to provide the most efficacious, evidence informed and effective information possible, this podcast is not medical advice and should not be used as such. Any application of this material is done at the listeners own risk and no patient/practicioner relationship is created. Please consult a medical provider if you are dealing with pain, injury or any other medical condition. Any patient information shared is done with full consent. Wagner PT & Performance, LLC is not responsible for any damages resulting from improper use of information on this podcast.

#37: Running Shoe Recommendations (Part 1) with Toño Tovar

Thu, 08 Feb 2024 06:00:00 -0500

Runner and running shoe marketer extraordinaire Toño Tovar joins me for another great running focused episode.

One of the most common questions we get from runners of all ability levels is "what shoes should I wear." As you will see (or already know), this is a complicated question.

Our goal with this podcast is to equip you with more knowledge about running shoes and how they can help you be a more resilient and successful runner.

We discuss categories of running shoes, minimalist vs. other types of shoes, recommendations for newer vs. more experienced runners, "niche" shoes and when to use them and much more.

As we say towards the end of the episode, if you come away with more questions about your shoes we've done our job.

Enjoy and follow us and Toño on Instagram.

Toño's IG: @tovarus_rex

Don't forget to subscribe and share!

Join our running club here

For more information about Wagner PT & Performance, visit www.wagnerptp.com

Also follow us on social media by searching Wagner PT & Performance on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and Youtube.

Disclaimer:

Please consult a medical provider if you are dealing with pain, injury or any other medical condition.

Any patient information shared is done with full consent.

Wagner PT & Performance, LLC is not responsible for any damages resulting from improper use of information on this podcast.

#36: The Resilient Runner with Toño Tovar

Thu, 21 Dec 2023 08:16:41 -0500

On this episode, Dr. Wagner is joined by friend, runner and run coach Toño Tovar.

Tovar is one of the coaches for our Resilient Run Club and is a very accomplished runner. He has completed races and endurance events of all distances and has been coaching runners for years. If you are a runner, you don't want to miss the wisdom he shares in this episode.

We talk about his background as a runner, go over tips and ideas for runners of all levels and talk about the mindset you need to bring to your training as a runner. Follow him on IG @tovarus_rex

We hope you enjoy. If you are a runner in the Lakeville, MA area you can join the running club.

Don't forget to subscribe and share! For more information about Wagner PT & Performance, visit www.wagnerptp.com

Also follow us on social media by searching Wagner PT & Performance on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and Youtube.

Disclaimer:

#35: How To Deal With Low Back Pain

Mon, 28 Aug 2023 17:19:14 -0400

Lower back pain is one of the most common things we treat as Physical Therapists. Basically everyone deals with back pain at some point and it can be very frustrating.

We've had a lot of success treating low back pain so today we'll talk about how to deal with it. We'll start with general recommendations and give you some background about low back pain. Then we'll get into a case study that will put everything in context and show you these ideas in action with a real patient.

There are a lot of myths out there about back pain so we hope this episode helps clear some things up and makes you a smarter and more resilient athlete.

Here are some resources mentioned in the episode. As always, please reach out with any questions.

Our blog: https://www.wagnerptp.com/blog/does-core-stability-help-with-back-pain

Bodylogicphysio. (2013 April 4). Peter O’Sullivan and core stability [video]. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YezBG_NdLgs

Charlie Dickson. (2021 February 19). Core stability: does it matter? Barbell Medicine. https://www.barbellmedicine.com/blog/core-stability-does-it-matter/

Greg Lehman-Movement Optimism. (2020 June 6). 10 issues with core stability and low back pain [video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tolxdFQ35j8

Don't forget to subscribe and share!

For more information about Wagner PT & Performance, visit www.wagnerptp.com

Also follow us on social media by searching Wagner PT & Performance on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and Youtube.

Disclaimer:

Please consult a medical provider if you are dealing with pain, injury or any other medical condition.

Any patient information shared is done with full consent.

Wagner PT & Performance, LLC is not responsible for any damages resulting from improper use of information on this podcast.

#34: The 10 Stages of ACL Rehab

Thu, 20 Jul 2023 06:00:02 -0400

This episode covers one of the frameworks we use to think about ACL rehab. This is definitely not the only way we approach ACL rehab, but it is a really useful way to conceptualize the whole process. It's based on a specific article from 2020 that you can find linked in the companion blog.

In this episode, we'll talk about how long ACL rehab takes, what the 10 stages are, what we are looking for in each stage and much more. Please share this with anyone in your life who has questions about ACL rehab or is going through it right now.

Some of this episode is a bit technical so we also created a companion blog to make all this information easier to digest.

Read the blog here

Please reach out with any questions by submitting a form on our contact page

Disclaimer:

Please note that this podcast contains my opinions and those of my guests. While I strive to provide the most efficacious, evidence informed and effective information possible, this podcast is not medical advice and should not be used as such. Any application of this material is done at the listeners own risk and no patient/practitioner relationship is created. Please consult a medical provider if you are dealing with pain, injury or any other medical condition. Any patient information shared is done with full consent. Wagner PT & Performance, LLC is not responsible for any damages resulting from improper use of information on this podcast.

#33: What To Do About Arthritis On Your MRI

Thu, 13 Oct 2022 06:00:27 -0400

We're back with another episode to help you become a more resilient athlete!

On this episode, we discuss how to interpret imaging findings (x-ray, MRI, etc.) when arthritis and other "degenerative changes" are found. Spoiler alert: they don't matter as much as you think.

We think this is really valuable information so please share with your friends and family and reach out on our website or social media if you have any questions

Enjoy!

Don't forget to subscribe and share!

For more information about Wagner PT & Performance, visit www.wagnerptp.com

Also follow us on social media by searching Wagner PT & Performance on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and Youtube.

#32: 3 Concussion Misconceptions

Thu, 24 Feb 2022 08:00:00 -0500

Concussions can be a confusing topic. At Wagner PT & Performance, we specialize in working with youth athletes recovering from a concussion so in this episode Dr. Wagner covers 3 important concussion misconceptions. It is vital that youth athletes, parents, coaches, etc. understand what a concussion is, why concussions need treatment and how to return to sports safely.

Thanks for listening and please share this episode with anyone you know who is involved in youth sports. No athlete should go without the resources they need!

Don't forget to subscribe and share!

For more information about Wagner PT & Performance, visit www.wagnerptp.com

Also follow us on social media by searching Wagner PT & Performance on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and Youtube.

#31: Arm Care Programs and Who Needs One with Lenny Macrina

Thu, 28 Oct 2021 08:00:00 -0400

For this episode, my friend Lenny Macrina joins me to discuss arm care programs. Lenny has extensive experience working with athletes of all levels and covers incredibly valuable information in this episode. We discuss what arm care programs are, what should be included, how to measure progress, how things change for different sports and much more.

If you play baseball, softball or any other sport that uses the shoulders and arms heavily (swimming, volleyball, etc.) you really won't want to miss the information in this episode.

Don't forget to subscribe and share!

For more information about Wagner PT & Performance, visit www.wagnerptp.com

Also follow us on social media by searching Wagner PT & Performance on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and Youtube.

Lenny's Full bio:

Lenny Macrina has been a practicing physical therapist since 2003 and currently serves as the co-founder and the Director of Physical Therapy at Champion PT and Performance

He has worked side-by-side with renowned orthopedic surgeon James Andrews, MD and prominent physical therapist Kevin Wilk. Through these interactions, he has grown to be well-respected in the field of orthopedic and sports medicine rehabilitation. His interests include research and rehabilitation of the shoulder, elbow and knee joints. He has successfully treated many orthopedic and sports medicine related injuries that are both post-operative and non-operative in nature, in recreational athletes to the high-level professional athletes.

Lenny is a board certified sports physical therapist by the American Physical Therapy Association and a certified strength and conditioning specialist by the National Strength and Conditioning Association. In 2010, he was nominated by his peers to be included in the prestigious American Sports Medicine Fellowship Society which includes top fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeons and physical therapists. Along with maintaining a full clinic schedule, he actively participates in clinical research with the American Sports Medicine Institute in Birmingham, AL and has co-authored various current concept papers, book chapters, research papers and a home study course for the APTA’s Orthopedic section. He is a peer reviewer for the esteemed JOSPT and has reviewed rehabilitation textbooks and research papers for that journal.

Lenny has participated in yearly spring training physicals and data collection for the Tampa Bay Rays baseball organization for the last 10 years. Through this research, he has been involved in numerous published articles in journals including: AJSM, JOSPT, Journal of Sports Health, Journal of Athletic Training, CORR, Operative Techniques in Sports Medicine, and many others. He has presented at various national conferences including APTA’s Combines Sections Meeting, ASMI’s “Injuries in Baseball Course”, and also has a weekend course titled Current Concepts in the rehabilitation of the glenohumeral joint for Physiotherapy Associates. He has served as rehabilitation Consultant for DJO Global’s Recovery Sciences Division and has traveled all over the US to lecture on Rehabilitation topics for the shoulder and knee.

Lenny received his Bachelor’s degree in Biotechnology from Worcester Polytechnic Institute and his Master’s degree in physical therapy from Boston University. He continues to enhance his education by taking classes from UMass-Amherst’s MBA program and Coursera’s free online MOOC series on Management.

Lenny firmly believes that the patient comes first, no matter the circumstances. Growing up in Winthrop, MA, he understands the intricacies of the local healthcare system and vows to do everything he can to serve with accountability and render the best care available.

#30: In-Season vs. Off-Season Training For Youth Athletes

Thu, 30 Sep 2021 08:00:00 -0400

This time of year, we get a lot of questions about in-season vs. off-season training because our youth athletes are back in school and schedules get crazy!

For this episode, Dr. Wagner goes over some of the most important things that need to be different in your training in-season vs. off-season. It's so important to train year round, but that means you need to know what you are doing! Be sure to listen to this episode so you can avoid mistakes with your strength and conditioning training no matter what time of year it is.

Don't forget to subscribe and share!

For more information about Wagner PT & Performance, visit www.wagnerptp.com

Also follow us on social media by searching Wagner PT & Performance on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and Youtube.

#29: Heart Rate Variability and How To Use It with Alan Fredendall

Thu, 19 Aug 2021 08:00:00 -0400

On this episode of the podcast, I am joined by Alan Fredendall. Alan is a Physical Therapist, CrossFit athlete, owner of Health HQ in Fenton, MI and COO of the Institute of Clinical Excellence, a continuing education company for Physical Therapists.

We discuss what heart rate variability is, why it matters, how you can use it to optimize your own training, performance and recovery and much more! Alan is extremely well-versed in the research and practical applications for HRV and this episode is full of excellent information.

Don't miss out and remember to share with friends and family!

Don't forget to subscribe and share!

For more information about Wagner PT & Performance, visit www.wagnerptp.com

Also follow us on social media by searching Wagner PT & Performance on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and Youtube.

#28: Misconceptions About Low Back Pain

Thu, 22 Jul 2021 08:00:00 -0400

In this episode, Dr. Wagner goes through some common misconceptions about low back pain, why they are problematic and how we can do better.

Low back pain is very common and we see it all the time at Wagner PT & Performance. We believe it is so important for you as the patients and healthcare consumers out there to be getting good, evidence based information from experts who work hard to stay up to date with current trends and evidence. That is what we are striving to do with episodes like this. Thanks for listening and please share with anyone who needs this information!

We hope this episode is helpful and please reach out with any questions.

Don't forget to subscribe and share!

For more information about Wagner PT & Performance, visit www.wagnerptp.com

Also follow us on social media by searching Wagner PT & Performance on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and Youtube.

#27: 3 Reasons Youth Athletes Need to Strength Train

Thu, 24 Jun 2021 08:00:00 -0400

On this solo episode, I cover 3 of the most important reasons youth athletes need to be strength training.

A good strength and conditioning program is such a huge part of success as a youth athlete. Not only do we know strength training is completely safe for youth athletes, but it can be argued that not strength training is dangerous because we are not doing all we can to reduce risk of injuries.

I hope you enjoy the episode and please be sure to share it with the youth athletes and parents in your life.

Don't forget to subscribe and share!

For more information about Wagner PT & Performance, visit www.wagnerptp.com

Also follow us on social media by searching Wagner PT & Performance on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and Youtube.

#26: Breath Work and Why It Matters with Matt West

Thu, 27 May 2021 08:00:00 -0400

For this episode, Matt West joins me for a deep dive into all things breathing. Matt is a trainer/coach who primarily works with athletes and runners and we are both fascinated by the role breathing and breath work plays in health and performance.

We talk about why breathing matters, sympathetic vs. parasympathetic dominance, breath work strategies for posture, mechanics, aerobic efficiency, stress management and much more!

We mention a few resources during this episode. They are linked below.

Breath work blog

Dr. Andrew Huberman breath work

James Nestor Book (Breath)

Shift//Adapt website

Matt was also on a previous episode of the podcast. You can listen to that HERE

Don't forget to subscribe and share!

For more information about Wagner PT & Performance, visit www.wagnerptp.com

Also follow us on social media by searching Wagner PT & Performance on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and Youtube.

#25: CrossFit Open Debrief and Lessons Learned with Justin and Zach from Seaside CrossFit

Thu, 06 May 2021 08:00:00 -0400

My friends Justin Lupone and Zach Ledogar join me for this episode. They are both coaches at Seaside CrossFit in Wareham, MA. We break down the 2021 CrossFit Open and go over lessons learned.

**please be aware there is a small amount of adult language in this podcast**

We talk about what you should be doing outside of CrossFit classes to get better, competition vs. training vs. practice and why the distinction matters, why beginner's mindset is important, how you can round out CrossFit training with accessory work and much more.

If you're a CrossFit athlete (especially one who competes) you don't want to miss this episode. We had a blast and there are tons of great tips.

We reference a recent blog post on my website which you can find by heading here: http://www.wagnerptp.com/lessons-from-the-2021-crossfit-open/crossfit/

Check out https://seasidecrossfit.com for more on Justin, Zach and the whole crew at Seaside.

Don't forget to subscribe and share!

For more information about Wagner PT & Performance, visit www.wagnerptp.com

Also follow us on social media by searching Wagner PT & Performance on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and Youtube.

#24: Yoga and Self Care with Stephanie Schwalm

Thu, 25 Mar 2021 08:00:00 -0400

On this episode of the podcast, we have local yoga teacher and business owner Stephanie Schwalm. She has wide ranging experience with yoga and body work and has a lot of great wisdom to share.

We discuss her background, her unique forms of yoga and body work, how to integrate yoga into a comprehensive health and wellness routine, recommendations for self care and much more! Be sure to check out her website and social pages below to stay connected with her great offerings.

Don't forget to subscribe and share!

Stephanie began her training at Sanctuary Studios in Plymouth and received her 200 hour certificate in Transformational Yoga, which is predominately anatomy based. During those studies, she received certifications to teach chair yoga, SUP(Stand Up) Paddleboard Yoga as well as her Thai Massage Certification. She then began training at the world renown yoga school Kripalu in the Berkshires. She has studied under Tari Prinster (Y4C) to help people in their recovery of cancer. She began the study of a new modality, Integrated Positional Technique, to help people live pain free, with top notch neuromuscular therapist (NMT) Lee Albert. Stephanie, after 2 1/2 years of training and clinicals, is one of nine from the first graduating group of students with a level 4 certification. Her newest certification is in Divine Sleep Yoga Nidra (R). She studied this with its creator, Jennifer Reis. Stephanie also offers IPT sessions, Thai Massage, Group and Individual Private Sessions. Stephanie is also the owner of Stephanie’s Perennials at 230 Bedford Street in Lakeville.

Social Media:

Website: https://www.yogafusionstudio.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yogafusionstudio

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/YogaFusionStudio

Contact:

Phone: 508-404-9126

Email: yogafusionstudio@gmail.com

For more information about Wagner PT & Performance, visit www.wagnerptp.com

Also follow us on social media by searching Wagner PT & Performance on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and Youtube.

#23: Crushing The CrossFit Open with Jason Caldas

Thu, 25 Feb 2021 08:00:00 -0500

On this episode, I am joined by Jason Caldas. Jason is a Crossfit coach and former very high level competitor who joined me to talk about how to prepare for the Crossfit Open. We used my recent blog post about this topic to guide the conversation so I highly recommend you check that out as well. There are some specific mobility videos and other resources we reference. Read the blog HERE

If you're competing in the Open this year, be sure to listen in and share with your friends!

Jason's bio is below:

Master personal trainer over 22 years experience as a trainer and Coach.

Bachelors of Science in Excercise Physiology from Umass Boston

Crossfit L2 certified

CF Coach for over 10 years.

Crossfit Mobilty

Crossfit Endurance

Crossfit Olympic weightlifting

Crossfit Strongman

CrossFit Football

Aerobic capacity certified

Clinical weightlifting specialist

USAW Level 1 Weightlifting coach

Started at CrossFit New England in 2009. Competed at regionals with them in 2011, when we won every event and set many world record times. We then went on all the way to the World CrossFit Games and our team won the Gold medal for the Affiliate cup, I was the alternate for the games team after a brutal internal battle between me and James Hobart for the final spot.

Developed coached and competed with two more regional teams from CrossFit bridgewater. 2013 and 2014.

Organized and coached the Bridgewater Gladiators amateur GRID league team and won the national championship in Anaheim California in 2016!!!

My passion is coaching and helping people get better in any aspect of life. I enjoy coaching athletes but also enjoy the mental and psychological coaching of all humans when it comes to their fitness and nutrition. As of late I have been really focusing on the mental game of nutrition and guiding all my clients towards optimal health through food!!!

Don't forget to subscribe and share!

For more information about Wagner PT & Performance, visit www.wagnerptp.com

Also follow us on social media by searching Wagner PT & Performance on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and Youtube.

#22: What You Need To Know About ACL Injuries with Ravi Patel

Thu, 21 Jan 2021 08:00:00 -0500

On this episode of the podcast, I talk with Ravi Patel about all things ACL.

Ravi specializes in rehab for athletes post ACL injury and we talk about ACL injury myths, why "traditional" PT often isn't enough for athletes to get back to their sport successfully, how to truly prepare for return to sport, the silver lining of injuries and much more. This was a great discussion for anyone who is dealing with a knee injury or had one on the past and will be incredibly valuable for anyone trying to navigate the healthcare system.

Ravi's bio and info is below:

Dr. Ravi Patel is a coach, physical therapist and athlete. He is the founder of IMPACT Health & Performance - a hybrid online and in-person physical therapy and performance training company based in Atlanta, Georgia, focused on the everyday athlete with a speciality in ACL injuries. He received his bachelor’s from University of Georgia in Exercise Science and completed a year long internship as a coach with their Olympic Strength and Conditioning division. After that, he earned his DPT at Georgia State University. His passion area is ACL injuries after experiencing two ACL injuries himself, and his goal is to help revolutionize the way ACL rehab and return to sport is done.

Free e-book from Ravi for our listeners: The ACL Return to Sport Checklist

Instagram: @ravipatel.dpt

Facebook: @impacthp.atlanta

Website: www.impact-hp.com

#21: Secret Weapons to Improve Your Golf Game with Mark Kitchen

Thu, 10 Dec 2020 08:00:00 -0500

On this episode, local golf professional Mark Kitchen joins me to talk about how deliberate practice can dramatically improve your golf game.

Golfers all need practice, but are you practicing and training well or just going through the motions? Listen and find out!

If you're in the Lakeville, MA area and need a great place to practice in the off-season, check out Mark's virtual golf club The Broken Tee

Don't forget to subscribe and share!

For more information about Wagner PT & Performance, visit www.wagnerptp.com

Also follow us on social media by searching Wagner PT & Performance on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and Youtube.

#20: Better Human Friday

Fri, 27 Nov 2020 08:00:00 -0500

On this episode, I talk about the concept of Better Human Friday.

Instead of using today to buy stuff you probably don't need, use it to make yourself better.

Here's a link to an explanation of the Eo3 5K in case you're interested.

Don't forget to subscribe and share!

For more information about Wagner PT & Performance, visit www.wagnerptp.com

Also follow us on social media by searching Wagner PT & Performance on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and Youtube.

#19: Changing The Physical Therapy Game with Loni Rodriguez

Thu, 12 Nov 2020 08:00:00 -0500

On this episode, I'm joined by my friend and fellow PT, Loni Rodriguez. We both have a passion for changing the way Physical Therapy is done and we discuss why that matters for you!

We explain what we want you to know about PT, why customer service still matters, why the healthcare system isn't set up for athletes, why it's important to have a real relationship with your Doctors and cover some actionable steps you can use to live better right now.

Don't forget to subscribe and share!

For more information about Wagner PT & Performance, visit www.wagnerptp.com

Also follow us on social media by searching Wagner PT & Performance on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and Youtube.

Loni is the owner and head physical therapist at Infinite Potential PT and Wellness based out of Hingham, MA. The clinic specialized in the treatment of high level fitness athletes including people who participate in CrossFit, OrangeTheory and recreational running. She has been a PT for almost 10 years and throughout that time, realized that the world of PT can do better for not only athletes but all people in pain. She opened her practice to do just that, provide high-quality, specialized care to those in need.

IG @infinitepotentialpt

Website www.infinitepotentialptw.com where we have a bi-monthly blog

#18: What Brown M&Ms Have To Do With Your Health

Thu, 29 Oct 2020 08:00:00 -0400

The way you do anything is the way you do everything. Do you have good habits? Do you give each workout, meal, relationship, etc. the attention it deserves?

On today's episode, learn why brown M&Ms were so important to one of the best rock bands of all time and why this matters for you.

Don't forget to subscribe and share!

For more information about Wagner PT & Performance, visit www.wagnerptp.com

Also follow us on social media by searching Wagner PT & Performance on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and Youtube.

#17: NFL Injuries and What We Can Learn From Them

Thu, 15 Oct 2020 08:00:00 -0400

On this episode of the podcast, I discuss why we might be seeing a spike in injuries in the NFL and what we can learn from them.

Managing athletes and injury risk can feel like a really complicated process and it often is. However, it's important to remember we do have control over many things that can mitigate injury risk and optimize performance. It's about being resilient, adaptable and controlling what we can.

Don't forget to subscribe and share!

For more information about Wagner PT & Performance, visit www.wagnerptp.com

Also follow us on social media by searching Wagner PT & Performance on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and Youtube.

#16: Movement Is Medicine

Tue, 29 Sep 2020 08:00:00 -0400

"Movement is Medicine."

We've all heard of this concept and I wholeheartedly agree. However, I don't think we do a good job of applying the principles of medication selection and dosage to movement. Why is this important? How can we do better? Check out this episode to find out.

Don't forget to subscribe and share!

For more information about Wagner PT & Performance, visit www.wagnerptp.com

Also follow us on social media by searching Wagner PT & Performance on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and Youtube.

#15: Crossfit Injuries and Becoming a Personal Trainer with Matt Capachione

Thu, 17 Sep 2020 13:37:11 -0400

For this episode, my friend Matt Capachione joins me to talk about his rehab process, becoming a personal trainer, working with youth athletes and much more!

Matt is a former patient of mine at Wagner PT & Performance and after working with me, decided to take the leap into his own career in coaching. He has some great insights from the perspectives of an athlete, a patient and a coach.

Enjoy the episode and be sure to follow Matt on Instagram @mcapa89

Don't forget to subscribe and share!

For more information about Wagner PT & Performance, visit www.wagnerptp.com

Also follow us on social media by searching Wagner PT & Performance on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and Youtube.

#14: Does Posture Matter?

Tue, 01 Sep 2020 08:00:00 -0400

On this episode, I narrate a recent blog post about all things posture. This is something I talk about a lot with patients and colleagues alike and there is a lot of misinformation and fear mongering out there.

Posture can matter, but probably doesn't matter as much as most people think it does. I hope this episode makes you think and gives you some good information.

Don't forget to subscribe and share!

For more information about Wagner PT & Performance, visit www.wagnerptp.com

Also follow us on social media by searching Wagner PT & Performance on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and Youtube.

#13: Investing In Yourself with Andrew Millett

Fri, 14 Aug 2020 12:00:00 -0400

Andrew Millett joins me for this episode. We discuss the out of network Physical Therapy model and why it's better for athletes and active people, his personal story of tearing his ACL twice and how that has shaped his practice as a PT, integrating strength and conditioning into PT and much more.

DISCLAIMER: There is some brief explicit language in this episode.

Don't forget to subscribe and share!

For more information about Wagner PT & Performance, visit www.wagnerptp.com

Also follow us on social media by searching Wagner PT & Performance on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and Youtube.

Andrew Millett is a practicing physical therapist in the field of orthopedic and sports medicine physical therapy. He helps to bridge the gap between physical therapy and strength and conditioning. By evaluating and treating his clients using multiple lenses, such as the Selective Functional Movement Assessment (SFMA), etc., the main goal for all of his clients are for them to move and feel better and to keep their body functioning at highest levels.

Andrew has first hand experience with the physical therapy process after suffering 2 ACL tears/reconstructions as an athlete and fully understands what it takes, personally and professionally, to get back to performing at a high level.

Current and Former Clients Ranging From:

Middle School Athletes
High School Athletes
College Athletes
Olympic and Professional Athletes
Active Adult

Outside of working with his clients and athletes, Andrew enjoys spending time with his wife and son, spending time outdoors at the beach, and spending time with friends.

Visit his practice online at: https://movestrongphysicaltherapy.com

#12: Running and Living Well with Matt West

Thu, 30 Jul 2020 08:00:00 -0400

For this episode, I'm joined by Matt West. I primarily brought Matt on the show to talk about training for runners, but we got into a ton of great topics. Be sure to check out Matt's bio and additional resources below. Enjoy the episode!

Matt is a 31 year old strength and conditioning coach. He works full time for a nonprofit that supports adults with learning disabilities called Living Independently Forever, Inc. There, he serves as the Assistant Director of Fitness.

He also works part time at BeFit in Lakeville as a coach, and runs his own small online training business, aimed at helping runners avoid major injury with strength and mobility training.

He is also a Certified FRC Mobility Specialist.

He loves helping people of all walks of life learn how to move properly, and build proper strength to ward off injury or return from injury.

Check out his website here: http://www.westmovez.com

Instagram: @west_movez

#11: 5 Tips For An Injury Free Return To The Gym

Tue, 14 Jul 2020 08:00:00 -0400

For this episode, I'm staring some tips from a recent blog post.

As gyms start to re-open and many of us are trying to get back to our training routines, there are a few things I want you to know to stay healthy and use this time productively. I hope you enjoy the episode!

Don't forget to subscribe and share!

For more information about Wagner PT & Performance, visit www.wagnerptp.com

Also follow us on social media by searching Wagner PT & Performance on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and Youtube.

#10: Physical And Mental Aspects of Golf with Gary Cardoza

Thu, 02 Jul 2020 08:00:00 -0400

For this episode, I am joined by my friend and golf coach, Gary Cardoza.

Gary is a golf professional with a wealth of knowledge and experience. He has been a member of the PGA since 2002.

He has been consistently recognized as one of the top teachers in New England and the United States as a whole. He has been nominated as the best golf coach in the state six times by Golf Digest, nominated for NEPGA teacher of the year in 2016, and has been named to the top 25 teachers list by New England Golf Monthly from 2009 to the present.

He has experience working with golfers of all ages and also holds multiple factory club fitting certifications.

Be sure to listen to this episode in it's entirety. He has an absolute ton of great golf knowledge to share. If you are interested in working with Gary, check out his website HERE. Also check out his instagram page @gcardozapga

Don't forget to subscribe and share!

For more information about Wagner PT & Performance, visit www.wagnerptp.com

Also follow us on social media by searching Wagner PT & Performance on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and Youtube.

#9: Crossfit At Any Age with Page Lockhart

Thu, 18 Jun 2020 08:00:00 -0400

Page Lockhart joins me for this episode. Page is a Masters Crossfit athlete who discovered a love for Crossfit later than most and as she says, the rest is history! Page coaches at Crossfit Bridgewater. If you're in the Bridgewater, MA area I highly recommend checking it out. It has been a big part of my own start in the Crossfit community.

On this episode, we talk about how and why Page started Crossfit, misconceptions about Crossfit, what it's like to compete, transformations she has seen in members at Crossfit Bridgewater and much more.

Download, listen and subscribe. Don't forget to share! Crossfit newbies and veterans alike will find some great stuff in this episode.

Page is originally from CT, moved to Boston for College and never left.

After college she stayed here securing jobs in the Design field. Ever since she was a little girl she participated in sports. Skiing, tennis, running were her first go to’s. As she got older she migrated to the gym and spinning.

Then from there she made her way over to CROSSFIT and the rest is history. She started at a late age but it changed her life and attitude towards many aspects of life none the less.

Page says the inspiration and motivation she gets from it daily blows the roof off any other sports she has ever pursued.

Check out her instagram: @Paginatornation

She promotes her fitness journey there as a Masters athlete.

For more information about Wagner PT & Performance, visit www.wagnerptp.com

Also follow us on social media by searching Wagner PT & Performance on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and Youtube.

#8: Professional Athletics and Entrepreneurship with Brandin McClay

Thu, 04 Jun 2020 08:00:00 -0400

My friend Brandin McClay joins me for this episode. Brandin is the owner of BeFit Performance, the gym Wagner PT & Performance shares space with. We talk about starting and owning a gym, his background in professional soccer and Brandin gives a ton of great advice for youth athletes who aspire to play at a high level.

Check it out and share with any athletes in your life.

Brandin is married to high school sweet heart Megan. Together have 2 boys, Cameron (3),Connor (1) and yellow lab Stanley.

Entrepreneur of 8 years starting a Fitness Center from scratch in 2012 to a current thriving heartbeat in the community of Lakeville, MA as well as serving as a Loan Officer helping local residents with their mortgage needs.

Certified as a Golf Fitness Professional (Titleist Performance Institute) as well as a NASM certified personal trainer.

Former Professional soccer player in Germany, England and here in the US. Youth Soccer standout, US ODP National team/Youngest player to debut in the PDL/National Champion/Offered first professional contract at age 16 by English Club. Finally inked at age 18 for German Professional Club after a Fall season at Southern Connecticut where clinched game winning last minute goal to win NE-10.

Former Firefighter serving the town of Lakeville for 6 years. Played Ice Hockey since age 5. Grew up in East Taunton, MA with parents Jeffrey and Donna. Has a sister Britney and a brother Keith.

For more information about Wagner PT & Performance, visit www.wagnerptp.com

Also follow us on social media by searching Wagner PT & Performance on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and Youtube.

#7: How To Be A Better Golfer with Kevin O'Connor

Thu, 21 May 2020 08:00:00 -0400

For this episode, my friend Kevin O'Connor joins me to talk all things golf rehab and performance. We cover warm ups, movement screens, mobility and corrective exercise, building power for your golf swing and so much more.

Don't forget to subscribe and share!

For more information about Wagner PT & Performance, visit www.wagnerptp.com

Also follow us on social media by searching Wagner PT & Performance on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and Youtube.

Kevin's bio is below:

Kevin is the owner of Impact Physical Therapy and Performance, P.C. in Orange County, CA.

He graduated with his Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from Nova Southeastern University in Fort Lauderdale, Florida in 2015. He received his undergraduate degree from the University of California, Irvine in 2011, while competing on the NCAA Division I Men’s Soccer team.

Kevin has a background in sports performance as a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) through the NSCA, and has a particular interest in treating sports and orthopedic injuries in athletes of all ages. Kevin is board certified under the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties as an Orthopaedic Clinical Specialist (OCS).

Kevin is also a Titleist Performance Institute Certified Medical Level 3 and Junior Level 2 provider, and has expertise in helping golfers play the game they love pain-free. He desires to promote health, wellness, and injury prevention with his clients in coaching them on their road to recovery and an enhanced physical lifestyle.

Instagram: Impact_PTP

website: www.impactptp.com

FB Group for golfers: Impact PTP Golf Performance

#6: From Youth Athletics to the NHL with Brian Pothier

Thu, 07 May 2020 08:00:00 -0400

My friend Brian Pothier joins me on the podcast today.

Brian grew up in New Bedford, MA. He attended Northfield Mt. Hermon High School and Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute before going on to play 12 years of professional hockey in the NHL and Swiss A league.

He now works with athletes of all ages through his company Pothier BlueLine Hockey as well as working with local schools, the Boston Bandits and the US Women's National Team.

We discuss his history in the NHL, his work with youth athletes, recovering from injury and much more.

Don't forget to subscribe and share!

For more information about Wagner PT & Performance, visit www.wagnerptp.com

Also follow us on social media by searching Wagner PT & Performance on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and Youtube.

#5: How To Develop Better Athletes: Youth Sport Specialization Blog-Part 2

Tue, 05 May 2020 08:00:00 -0400

For this episode, I read part 2 of my Youth Sport Specialization blog.

Sport Specialization is a topic I have been thinking about a lot recently. It is crucial to understand if we are going to keep our youth athletes healthy, happy and performing well. I hope you enjoy the blog and please let me know if you have any questions.

Check out my blog HERE to read part 1 and 2 of this blog and see lots of other content.

Don't forget to subscribe and share!

For more information about Wagner PT & Performance, visit www.wagnerptp.com

Also follow us on social media by searching Wagner PT & Performance on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and Youtube.

#4: All Things Low Back Pain with Nate Kadlecek

Thu, 23 Apr 2020 08:00:00 -0400

My friend and fellow Physical Therapist Nate Kadlecek joins me for this episode.

Nate has a special interest in working with patients with low back pain. We cover a lot of valuable information around back pain, myths vs. fact, the insurance system and how we might fix it, how to take care of your back, how to pick the right medical provider and much more.

Don't forget to subscribe and share!

For more information about Wagner PT & Performance, visit www.wagnerptp.com

Also follow us on social media by searching Wagner PT & Performance on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and Youtube.

Nate's bio is below:

Dr. Nathan Kadlecek, PT

Founder, Kadalyst Wellness and Physical Therapy

Nathan thrives on solving large, complex problems and is on a mission to fix America’s broken healthcare system by educating people about pain, self-efficacy, and self-determination.

He’s a movement optimist…

A health resiliency evangelist…

And helps people who are suffering with back pain, and other issues, get back to an active life and back to training.

He’s also an athlete who lifts weights, runs, and likes to believe he’s still playing college sports.

According to his accountant he went to a “famous school,” Columbia University, and according to everyone from California, he’s “crazy,” for going to Harding University in Arkansas for an undergrad degree in Exercise Science.

Despite everyone’s criticism, he loved every moment of his time playing football in Arkansas, and getting his mind blown everyday in PT school in New York.

You can take his Overcoming Back Pain course by clicking here:

https://kadalyst-digital-wellness.thinkific.com/courses/overcoming-back-pain

You can join his free back pain facebook community here:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/BackPainSupportGroup55/

Subscribe to his youtube channel:

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkgXLFgOA9l9lynt35Rw5aw?view_as=subscriber

Connect on LinkedIn:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/nathan-kadlecek-dpt/

#3: Why We Should Delay Sport Specialization

Thu, 09 Apr 2020 08:00:00 -0400

Today I'm reading one of my recent blog posts for you. I've been thinking a lot about Youth Sport Specialization and wanted to make sure I addressed this topic. I recorded this episode for those of you who prefer listening instead of reading. I also add a bit of commentary at the end.

If you also want to read the article and check out the links and references I included, click HERE to go to my blog.

Don't forget to subscribe and share!

For more information about Wagner PT & Performance, visit www.wagnerptp.com

Also follow us on social media by searching Wagner PT & Performance on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and Youtube.

#2: Crushing Triathlons and Beating Cancer With Shannon Porges

Thu, 12 Mar 2020 08:00:00 -0400

Joining me for this episode is Shannon Porges.

Shannon has a ton of great accomplishments, the most important of which is beating Cancer! She is also a 5 time Ironman finisher. We talk about triathlons, physical and mental resilience/toughness, how to get started with endurance sports, being a part of an athletic community and so much more.

Here is her bio:

Shannon Porges is a wife, mother of 2 boys, 24 year cancer survivor, has been competing in triathlons since 1991.

Certified Triathlon coach, personal trainer, group fitness, and cycling.

5 x Ironman finisher, 11 x Marathon finisher. Competed at Age group Nationals. Represented Team USA at Triathlon Age group world championships in Oahu, HI

Half Ironman world championships in Clearwater, Fl.

Most notable achievement was being recognized by the Olympic Committee in the sport of triathlon.

I'm still currently training and looking to add some new challenges for 2020.

Check out Spark Bike, Run and Sports of all of your running, biking and triathlon needs. https://www.sparkbrs.com

Don't forget to subscribe and share!

For more information about Wagner PT & Performance, visit www.wagnerptp.com

Also follow us on social media by searching Wagner PT & Performance on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and Youtube.

#1: Resilience In Sports and Life With Jason Chisholm

Thu, 06 Feb 2020 08:00:00 -0500

My good friend Jason Chisholm joins me for our first full length episode.

Jason is a former D1 Collegiate athlete and current youth sports coach. We talk about why strength and conditioning is so important, the mental side of training, sports as a model for life, outcomes vs. process, what resilience means to us, exercise vs. training, the role of competition in life, health span, gratitude and so much more.

Don't forget to subscribe and share!

For more information about Wagner PT & Performance, visit www.wagnerptp.com

Also follow us on social media by searching Wagner PT & Performance on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and Youtube.

What Is The Resilient Athlete Project?

Sun, 15 Dec 2019 13:00:00 -0500

The Resilient Athlete Project is a podcast from Wagner PT & Performance.

It is our mission to help athletes get healthy, perform better and stay in the game.

Listen to this quick teaser episode for all the details. Be sure to subscribe so you don't miss an episode!

Check us out online at wagnerptp.com

Insgatram: @wagner_ptp

Facebook: Wagner PT & Performance