Kate B

Kate Bochnewetch PT, DPT, CSCS is a Western NY based physical therapist and lifelong runner. She graduated from Nazareth College with her Bachelor’s of Science degree and Doctorate of Physical Therapy. Kate is also an RRCA Run Coach, Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, and Level 1 Certified Running Gait Analyst. Her passion for working with runners has lead her to found The Running DPT LLC to pursue a career in performance based rehabilitation and run coaching, working with runners to improve performance, return to running after an injury, injury prevention, and much more. Kate provides personalized running and strength coaching for beginner and amateur runners to achieve their goals while minimizing risk for injury, as well as group strength coaching for runners who are new to strength training through her Strong Beginnings Group Program. Kate has a passion for helping runners find balance in their training, return to running after injury, become stronger, and find the joy in it all.In this episode, we discuss common myths surrounding strength training for runners, the journey from staff physical therapist to run coaching business owner, and Kate's process for consistently creating and posting content for instagram.You can find her on instagram: @the_running_dptWork with Kait!

Kate Bochnewetch PT, DPT, CSCS is a Western NY based physical therapist and lifelong runner. She graduated from Nazareth College with her Bachelor’s of Science degree and Doctorate of Physical Therapy. Kate is also an RRCA Run Coach, Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, and Level 1 Certified Running Gait Analyst. Her passion for working with runners has lead her to found The Running DPT LLC to pursue a career in performance based rehabilitation and run coaching, working with runners to improve performance, return to running after an injury, injury prevention, and much more. Kate provides personalized running and strength coaching for beginner and amateur runners to achieve their goals while minimizing risk for injury, as well as group strength coaching for runners who are new to strength training through her Strong Beginnings Group Program. Kate has a passion for helping runners find balance in their training, return to running after injury, become stronger, and find the joy in it all. In this episode, we discuss common myths surrounding strength training for runners, the journey from staff physical therapist to run coaching business owner, and Kate's process for consistently creating and posting content for instagram. You can find her on instagram: @the_running_dpt Work with Kait!

Ep. 33: Strength Training For Runners (Dr. Kate B., CSCS)

"What are other explanations for why this is occurring?" There are always other potential explanations, and we should be careful to deliver absolute certainty of most explanations.Chris Hughen is recent graduate &amp; Doctor of Physical Therapy from the University of Texas at San Antonio Health Sciences Center. Chris is very involved with the Clinical Athlete &amp; Level Up community. He is well known for his deep insights regarding critical thinking and is not afraid to challenge the status quo.Chris is a cohost of the Adaptabilia podcast.Here are some books that Chris recommends regarding developing critical thinking skills:Being Wrong - Kathryn SchulzMistakes Were Made (but Not By Me) - Carol TavrisThinking, Fast and Slow - Daniel KahnemanThink Again - Adam Grant

"What are other explanations for why this is occurring?" There are always other potential explanations, and we should be careful to deliver absolute certainty of most explanations. Chris Hughen is recent graduate &amp; Doctor of Physical Therapy from the University of Texas at San Antonio Health Sciences Center. Chris is very involved with the Clinical Athlete &amp; Level Up community. He is well known for his deep insights regarding critical thinking and is not afraid to challenge the status quo. Chris is a cohost of the Adaptabilia podcast. Here are some books that Chris recommends regarding developing critical thinking skills: Being Wrong - Kathryn Schulz Mistakes Were Made (but Not By Me) - Carol Tavris Thinking, Fast and Slow - Daniel Kahneman Think Again - Adam Grant

Ep. 32: Critical Thinking & Challenging Ideas (Dr. Chris Hughen)

Greg Lehman

Greg Lehman, a physiotherapist, chiropractor and strength and conditioning specialist as well as an avid skateboarder hops on the show to discuss movement optimism which he defines as recognizing the resiliency of humans.We discuss many movements such as knee valgus, spinal flexion + rotation, &amp; pronation and how they are not as evil as many propose them to be. Additionally we cover why these movements are often not harmful and why universities and research make them out to be the perpetrator without a true base.Find Greg on Twitter: @GregLehmanTake Greg's Reconciling Biomechanics Course

Greg Lehman, a physiotherapist, chiropractor and strength and conditioning specialist as well as an avid skateboarder hops on the show to discuss movement optimism which he defines as recognizing the resiliency of humans. We discuss many movements such as knee valgus, spinal flexion + rotation, &amp; pronation and how they are not as evil as many propose them to be. Additionally we cover why these movements are often not harmful and why universities and research make them out to be the perpetrator without a true base. Find Greg on Twitter: @GregLehman Take Greg's Reconciling Biomechanics Course

Ep. 31: Movement Optimism (Greg Lehman)

Steph Allen

Stephanie Allen, PT, DPT, the cofounder of the Level Up Initiative jumps on the podcast to share some of her personal insight to growth as a young clinician and new grad physical therapist. She discusses what she learned during her time as a travel physical therapist and how that has shaped her today. Steph is deeply passionate about empowering younger individuals going through ACL rehabilitation and giving them the best care possible. We touch on the importance of taking objective strength measures as well as getting a feel for the patient's psyche when it comes to their injury.  Connect with Steph on IG: @stephallen.dpt Learn more about the Level Up Initiative: @thelevelupinitiative

Stephanie Allen, PT, DPT, the cofounder of the Level Up Initiative jumps on the podcast to share some of her personal insight to growth as a young clinician and new grad physical therapist. She discusses what she learned during her time as a travel physical therapist and how that has shaped her today. Steph is deeply passionate about empowering younger individuals going through ACL rehabilitation and giving them the best care possible. We touch on the importance of taking objective strength measures as well as getting a feel for the patient's psyche when it comes to their injury. Connect with Steph on IG: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/stephallen.dpt/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@stephallen.dpt</a> <h1>Learn more about the Level Up Initiative: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thelevelupinitiative/?hl=en" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thelevelupinitiative</a></h1>

Ep. 30: Level Up In ACL Rehab (Dr. Steph Allen)

Joey &amp; Ethan hash out their experiences at this years American Physical Therapy Association Combined Sections Meeting! The 2022 conference took place in San Antonio at Henry B. Gonzales Convention center. Ethan and Joey discuss the findings from their favorite lectures such as using heart rate recovery, the benefits of exercising patients during hemodialysis, preventing injuries in runners, and more!

Joey &amp; Ethan hash out their experiences at this years American Physical Therapy Association Combined Sections Meeting! The 2022 conference took place in San Antonio at Henry B. Gonzales Convention center. Ethan and Joey discuss the findings from their favorite lectures such as using heart rate recovery, the benefits of exercising patients during hemodialysis, preventing injuries in runners, and more!

Ep. 29: First ever APTA CSM!!! (2022)

In this episode, we interviewed Angelo State University’s very own Dr. Kendra Nicks, COMT. We discussed how the brain and pain work together. We also discussed how we as physical therapists can impact the social aspect of the biopsychosocial model and those who are in a low socioeconomic status or those who can’t afford health care. We also discussed telehealth and how we can provide that care to those in more rural areas or for those who cannot get to healthcare as easily. Dr. Nicks also discussed how to build therapeutic alliance other than using manual therapy, such as body language, being present, and scripting. We also discussed how mental health affects physical health oh a physiological basis, from the nervous to the respiratory system and how our emotions affect pain. We also delve into why is low back pain the most common regarding chronic pain, rather than the wrist or other joints. Reach out: knicks@angelo.edu Book referenced at the end: “Painful Yarns” by Lorimer Moseley Another helpful book: "Transforming the Brain in Pain; Neuroplastic Transformation; Your brain on pain" by Michael H. Moskowitz, MD and Marla D. Golden, DO Authors referenced: Adrian Lowe, David butler, Rachel Zoffness

In this episode, we interviewed Angelo State University’s very own Dr. Kendra Nicks, COMT. We discussed how the brain and pain work together. We also discussed how we as physical therapists can impact the social aspect of the biopsychosocial model and those who are in a low socioeconomic status or those who can’t afford health care. We also discussed telehealth and how we can provide that care to those in more rural areas or for those who cannot get to healthcare as easily. Dr. Nicks also discussed how to build therapeutic alliance other than using manual therapy, such as body language, being present, and scripting. We also discussed how mental health affects physical health oh a physiological basis, from the nervous to the respiratory system and how our emotions affect pain. We also delve into why is low back pain the most common regarding chronic pain, rather than the wrist or other joints. Reach out: knicks@angelo.edu Book referenced at the end: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Painful-Yarns-G-Lorimer-Moseley-ebook/dp/B009N7FIR6" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">“Painful Yarns” by Lorimer Moseley</a> Another helpful book: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Neuroplastic-Transformation-Workbook-Michael-Moskowitz/dp/0615814654" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">"Transforming the Brain in Pain; Neuroplastic Transformation; Your brain on pain" by Michael H. Moskowitz, MD and Marla D. Golden, DO</a> Authors referenced: Adrian Lowe, David butler, Rachel Zoffness

Ep. 28: What Is Pain? (Dr. Kendra Nicks)

Lindsay Durand

In this episode, Lindsay discusses the common misconceptions regarding pelvic health physical therapy. We discuss the positive societal implications in regards to increasing access to physical therapy through telehealth as well as open up on how PT is much more powerful than only addressing patient impairments. Women empowerment and how to integrate overall health education into physical therapy evaluations and treatment. Additionally, outstanding advice and education is given regarding incontinence for women during daily activities. We also find out if we all should be doing kegels!! Well I didn't ask about men, because I was a little embarrassed to ask because I'm not sure if that's even possible. (Sorry my fellow men.)  Make sure to follow Lindsay on Instagram! (@LindsayDurandFitness)

In this episode, Lindsay discusses the common misconceptions regarding pelvic health physical therapy. We discuss the positive societal implications in regards to increasing access to physical therapy through telehealth as well as open up on how PT is much more powerful than only addressing patient impairments. Women empowerment and how to integrate overall health education into physical therapy evaluations and treatment. Additionally, outstanding advice and education is given regarding incontinence for women during daily activities. We also find out if we all should be doing kegels!! Well I didn't ask about men, because I was a little embarrassed to ask because I'm not sure if that's even possible. (Sorry my fellow men.) Make sure to follow Lindsay on Instagram! (<a href="https://www.instagram.com/lindsaydurandfitness/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@LindsayDurandFitness</a>)

Ep. 27: Myths of Pelvic Health Physical Therapy (Dr. Lindsay Durand)

In this episode, Joey &amp; Ethan discuss their clinical rotation and what it was like working in the COVID ICU during their first clinical placement.

In this episode, Joey &amp; Ethan discuss their clinical rotation and what it was like working in the COVID ICU during their first clinical placement.

Ep. 26: PT Students Take On Acute Care Rotation During A Pandemic

In this episode we discuss the importance of working with athletes before you even graduate PT school, the significance of learning your own superpowers as a student, how to learn from a clinical instructor that has a different philosophy than you, how to build your own coaching style, "selling" physical therapy, and much more!  Make sure to give Nick a follow on Instagram! (@nickperugini.dpt) Give him an email at nperugini.dpt@gmail.com Read an incredible book recommended by Nick and the co-hosts, How To Win Friends &amp; Influence People

In this episode we discuss the importance of working with athletes before you even graduate PT school, the significance of learning your own superpowers as a student, how to learn from a clinical instructor that has a different philosophy than you, how to build your own coaching style, "selling" physical therapy, and much more! Make sure to give Nick a follow on Instagram! (<a href="https://www.instagram.com/nickperugini.dpt/?hl=en" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@nickperugini.dpt</a>) Give him an email at nperugini.dpt@gmail.com Read an incredible book recommended by Nick and the co-hosts, <a href="https://www.amazon.com/How-Win-Friends-Influence-People/dp/0671027034/ref=asc_df_0671027034/?tag=hyprod-20&amp;linkCode=df0&amp;hvadid=312721175982&amp;hvpos=&amp;hvnetw=g&amp;hvrand=8592450361719299441&amp;hvpone=&amp;hvptwo=&amp;hvqmt=&amp;hvdev=c&amp;hvdvcmdl=&amp;hvlocint=&amp;hvlocphy=9027556&amp;hvtargid=pla-432445153110&amp;psc=1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">How To Win Friends &amp; Influence People</a>

Ep. 25: SECRETS of Coaching & Influencing Clients and Patients (Dr. Nick Perugini)

Dan Ginader

Dr. Dan Ginader has grown a social media presence close to one million followers across his primary platforms of Instagram and TikTok. Dr. Ginader currently works as a physical therapist in Indianapolis, Indiana. He is a former Division 1 baseball player with the goal of using his skills as a PT and background of an athlete to encourage an active and healthy lifestyle. We are able to dive into some of what his baseball career was like, while trying to seek acceptance to physical therapy school. Dr. Ginader is a big advocate for the profession of physical therapy and has found many opportunities through spreading accurate and helpful knowledge about physical therapy to the public. Through building his brand, working hard, and putting himself out there Dr. Ginader has been able to create revenue that is similar to his salary as a physical therapist. Dr. Ginader drops some incredible nuggets for physical therapy students or any healthcare professional looking to build their professional brand!   Connect with Dr. Dan on TikTok: @Dr.Dan_dpt Instagram: @Dr.Dan_dpt Email: Dr.dandpt@gmail.com As always, be sure to let us know through Instagram what you guys thought of the show! Show: @tgpt_podcast Ethan: @Mr.Kinesiology Joey: @Jstew.the.spt.

Dr. Dan Ginader has grown a social media presence close to one million followers across his primary platforms of Instagram and TikTok. Dr. Ginader currently works as a physical therapist in Indianapolis, Indiana. He is a former Division 1 baseball player with the goal of using his skills as a PT and background of an athlete to encourage an active and healthy lifestyle. We are able to dive into some of what his baseball career was like, while trying to seek acceptance to physical therapy school. Dr. Ginader is a big advocate for the profession of physical therapy and has found many opportunities through spreading accurate and helpful knowledge about physical therapy to the public. Through building his brand, working hard, and putting himself out there Dr. Ginader has been able to create revenue that is similar to his salary as a physical therapist. Dr. Ginader drops some incredible nuggets for physical therapy students or any healthcare professional looking to build their professional brand!  Connect with Dr. Dan on TikTok: <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@dr.dan_dpt?lang=en" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@Dr.Dan_dpt</a> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/dr.dan_dpt/?hl=en" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@Dr.Dan_dpt</a> Email: Dr.dandpt@gmail.com As always, be sure to let us know through Instagram what you guys thought of the show! Show: @tgpt_podcast Ethan: @Mr.Kinesiology Joey: @Jstew.the.spt.

Ep. 24: Finding Your Social Media Voice & Building Your Brand (Dr. Dan Ginader)

This podcast is made to inspire Pre-PTs, SPTs, and current Physical Therapists to become the greatest version of themselves physically, mentally, professionally, financially, and spiritually. We interview the physical therapy field's most influential PTs as well as other prominent healthcare professionals to learn invaluable wisdom from their past, so you, our listener, can formulate your own path to greatness in your future.

In this episode, we interviewed Dr. Daniel Flowers, PT, DPT, OCS, PhD, who is an assistant professor at LSU-Health Sciences Center and a board certified specialist in orthopedic physical therapy. His journey started in high school as an active football player and power lifter, who injured his back and discovered physical therapy by being a patient himself. In college at Louisiana Tech, he majored in biology and went with physical therapy due to it fitting his lifestyle and work-life balance. After graduating, he attended Louisiana State University-Shreveport health sciences center (LSUSHSC) for his DPT. His aspirations for teaching came from doing his residency through LSUSHSC and being a TA. He breaks down professorship and the responsibilities, including teaching and research. He discusses his research in lower extremity pathology, knee osteoarthritis, and PT education research. Specifically, he talks about his dissertation on the effects of core stabilization and activation in the gait of those with knee OA and another study regarding stress physical therapy school students and grades. He also talks about his approach to teaching, and how being a good person matters along with being a good PT, how showing care towards patients matters, and help remind students why they are there. He also discusses work-life balance with his wife and 2 children and how he does it with scheduling and not spreading one’s self too thin. He imparts advice for students for down the road, like getting involved in research and mentoring other students. Finally, he gives advice on being on a clinical rotation and how to remember and apply everything one has learned in PT school, from anatomy to physiology to pathology to skills, as well as handling interpersonal conflict.

In this episode, we interviewed Dr. Daniel Flowers, PT, DPT, OCS, PhD, who is an assistant professor at LSU-Health Sciences Center and a board certified specialist in orthopedic physical therapy. His journey started in high school as an active football player and power lifter, who injured his back and discovered physical therapy by being a patient himself. In college at Louisiana Tech, he majored in biology and went with physical therapy due to it fitting his lifestyle and work-life balance. After graduating, he attended Louisiana State University-Shreveport health sciences center (LSUSHSC) for his DPT. His aspirations for teaching came from doing his residency through LSUSHSC and being a TA. He breaks down professorship and the responsibilities, including teaching and research. He discusses his research in lower extremity pathology, knee osteoarthritis, and PT education research. Specifically, he talks about his dissertation on the effects of core stabilization and activation in the gait of those with knee OA and another study regarding stress physical therapy school students and grades. He also talks about his approach to teaching, and how being a good person matters along with being a good PT, how showing care towards patients matters, and help remind students why they are there. He also discusses work-life balance with his wife and 2 children and how he does it with scheduling and not spreading one’s self too thin. He imparts advice for students for down the road, like getting involved in research and mentoring other students. Finally, he gives advice on being on a clinical rotation and how to remember and apply everything one has learned in PT school, from anatomy to physiology to pathology to skills, as well as handling interpersonal conflict.

Ep. 23: The Person Behind the Physical Therapist with Dr. Daniel Flowers, PT, DPT, OCS, PhD

We had the pleasure of speaking with Dr. Cevan Smithson! He discussed his interest in exercise, with a BS in exercise science from Angelo State University. After working in the oil field, he returned to ASU, but this time for physical therapy school. He explains the benefits of resistance training, from increased bone mineral density to decreased mortality, as well as decreased mortality from cancer related issues. We also delve into the misconceptions about the geriatric population and ageism, such as modifying exercises prematurely. He also discusses how sedentary lifestyles can lead to bad effects, such as cardiovascular disease and weakness (especially functionally), that we attribute to aging. Instead, we must be loading our tissues for our benefit, and to recognize our own biases as physical therapists. We also discuss how pain can be managed and decreased while working functionally. We also discuss managing the mental side of pain as we age, especially with those for osteoporosis/osteopenia, or afraid of being on the floor. We must talk about the benefit of physical therapy treatment and educate them. Cevan also discusses the benefits of working with the geriatric population, from strength gains to building trust. Email: csmithson@wtrc.com IG: @cevansmithson

We had the pleasure of speaking with Dr. Cevan Smithson! He discussed his interest in exercise, with a BS in exercise science from Angelo State University. After working in the oil field, he returned to ASU, but this time for physical therapy school. He explains the benefits of resistance training, from increased bone mineral density to decreased mortality, as well as decreased mortality from cancer related issues. We also delve into the misconceptions about the geriatric population and ageism, such as modifying exercises prematurely. He also discusses how sedentary lifestyles can lead to bad effects, such as cardiovascular disease and weakness (especially functionally), that we attribute to aging. Instead, we must be loading our tissues for our benefit, and to recognize our own biases as physical therapists. We also discuss how pain can be managed and decreased while working functionally. We also discuss managing the mental side of pain as we age, especially with those for osteoporosis/osteopenia, or afraid of being on the floor. We must talk about the benefit of physical therapy treatment and educate them. Cevan also discusses the benefits of working with the geriatric population, from strength gains to building trust. Email: <a href="mailto:csmithson@wtrc.com">csmithson@wtrc.com</a> IG: @cevansmithson

Ep. 22: Why Your Grandma Needs Deadlifts In Her Life (Dr. Cevan Smithson)

This episode is all about being a better communicator sprinkled in with talks on training! Dalton Laino is a physiotherapist, podcaster, and business owner near Ontario, Canada! Dalton is a firm believer that humans have the capacity to make the world a better place one kind interaction at a time. We dive into communication, asking better questions, finding a coach and speak on what makes a great physical therapist. Check out Dalton's Podcasts "The Weekly D Show" and "The PT CoffeeCast"! Follow Dalton's business the @MVMTPTs where awesome content is shared! Donate to Dalton's cause to raise money for a summer camp for kids who have cancer here: http://cosil.convio.net/site/TR?px=1060512&amp;fr_id=1390&amp;pg=personal

This episode is all about being a better communicator sprinkled in with talks on training! Dalton Laino is a physiotherapist, podcaster, and business owner near Ontario, Canada! Dalton is a firm believer that humans have the capacity to make the world a better place one kind interaction at a time. We dive into communication, asking better questions, finding a coach and speak on what makes a great physical therapist. Check out Dalton's Podcasts "The Weekly D Show" and "The PT CoffeeCast"! Follow Dalton's business the @MVMTPTs where awesome content is shared! Donate to Dalton's cause to raise money for a summer camp for kids who have cancer here: <a href="http://cosil.convio.net/site/TR?px=1060512&amp;fr_id=1390&amp;pg=personal" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://cosil.convio.net/site/TR?px=1060512&amp;fr_id=1390&amp;pg=personal</a>

Ep. 21: Run A Backyard Ultra, Ask Better Questions, Become A Better Listener (Dalton Laino)

In this episode, we had the pleasure of speaking with Dr. Whitney Gibson, PT, DPT! We discussed the ins and outs of travel physical therapy. Her journey started with her time in a long term acute care hospital (LTACH) and her experiences with wound care there. She also talked about moving from job to job in the travel therapy life, working with multiple recruiters, evaluating the job itself and pay, looking for a living situation, packing and traveling lightly. Whitney also discusses the transitions from job to job, such as researching the documentation system (Oasis, Casamba, etc) and reaching out to other physical therapists about it. She also talks about integrating herself into the places she has been, and “becoming a local” and gaining knowledge about different cases or conditions. Whitney also talks about the struggles of travel PT, such as imposter syndrome and loneliness. She also talks about getting out of her comfort zone, from going from home health to LTACH to skilled nursing facilities (SNF), as well as adapting to research and methods. Whitney delves into financial benefits of travel therapy, including permanent tax homes and negotiation of pay. Instagram: @dr.worldwidewhit Blog: drworldwide-whit.com

In this episode, we had the pleasure of speaking with Dr. Whitney Gibson, PT, DPT! We discussed the ins and outs of travel physical therapy. Her journey started with her time in a long term acute care hospital (LTACH) and her experiences with wound care there. She also talked about moving from job to job in the travel therapy life, working with multiple recruiters, evaluating the job itself and pay, looking for a living situation, packing and traveling lightly. Whitney also discusses the transitions from job to job, such as researching the documentation system (Oasis, Casamba, etc) and reaching out to other physical therapists about it. She also talks about integrating herself into the places she has been, and “becoming a local” and gaining knowledge about different cases or conditions. Whitney also talks about the struggles of travel PT, such as imposter syndrome and loneliness. She also talks about getting out of her comfort zone, from going from home health to LTACH to skilled nursing facilities (SNF), as well as adapting to research and methods. Whitney delves into financial benefits of travel therapy, including permanent tax homes and negotiation of pay. Instagram: @dr.worldwidewhit Blog: <a href="http://drworldwide-whit.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">drworldwide-whit.com</a>

Ep. 20: PT World Wide! With Dr. Whitney Gibson, PT, DPT

Did not prepare anything for this episode - just Ethan and Joey having a genuine conversation about life, liberty and the pursuit of the DPT! Enjoy!

Did not prepare anything for this episode - just Ethan and Joey having a genuine conversation about life, liberty and the pursuit of the DPT! Enjoy!

Ep. 19: Joey & Ethan Recap Year One of PT School

Zak Gabor

Dr. Zak Gabor is a 2015 graduate from Ithaca College where he earned his Doctorate of Physical Therapy. Zak is also a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS)  While in school, Zak was able to both serve as a Teaching Assistant for multiple courses, as well as personal trainer at the Ithaca College Fitness Center, both of which had a formative impact on his clinical philosophy rooted in the importance of strong educational skills and a strong foundation of resistance training.When not in clinic, Zak has strived to make an impact on the profession of Physical Therapy and standard of MSK care beyond just our clinic. Founded in 2018, The The Level Up Initiative is a free online platform that has provided over 2,000 MSK providers and students mentorship and education surrounding strong critical thinking skills and communication skills in order to elevate the standard of our profession.In this episode we discuss:-Balancing working as a clinician and elevating the field of PT through Zak’s business: The Level Up Initiative.- How Zak realized his vision for Level Up- Zak’s three most influential books: 1."Being Wrong" – Kathryn Schultz 2."Afflicted" - Nicole Piemonte 3."Originals" – Adam Grant- What Zak would tell his younger self- The skills you should be  learning if you want to be a changemaker- How we should communicate better with our patients about their diagnosesConnect with Zak and or Level Up on IG: @ZakGabor.DPT @TheLevelUpInitiativeAs always, be sure to let us know through Instagram what you guys thought of the show!Show: @theirpast_ourfuture_podcastEthan: @Mr.KinesiologyJoey: @Jstew.the.spt.                                Defining podcast for Zak: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-school-of-greatness/id596047499?i=1000440881132

Dr. Zak Gabor is a 2015 graduate from Ithaca College where he earned his Doctorate of Physical Therapy. Zak is also a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS)  While in school, Zak was able to both serve as a Teaching Assistant for multiple courses, as well as personal trainer at the Ithaca College Fitness Center, both of which had a formative impact on his clinical philosophy rooted in the importance of strong educational skills and a strong foundation of resistance training. When not in clinic, Zak has strived to make an impact on the profession of Physical Therapy and standard of MSK care beyond just our clinic. Founded in 2018, The The Level Up Initiative is a free online platform that has provided over 2,000 MSK providers and students mentorship and education surrounding strong critical thinking skills and communication skills in order to elevate the standard of our profession. In this episode we discuss: -Balancing working as a clinician and elevating the field of PT through Zak’s business: The Level Up Initiative. - How Zak realized his vision for Level Up - Zak’s three most influential books: 1."Being Wrong" – Kathryn Schultz 2."Afflicted" - Nicole Piemonte 3."Originals" – Adam Grant - What Zak would tell his younger self - The skills you should be  learning if you want to be a changemaker - How we should communicate better with our patients about their diagnoses Connect with Zak and or Level Up on IG: @ZakGabor.DPT @TheLevelUpInitiative As always, be sure to let us know through Instagram what you guys thought of the show! Show: @theirpast_ourfuture_podcast Ethan: @Mr.Kinesiology Joey: @Jstew.the.spt. Defining podcast for Zak: <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-school-of-greatness/id596047499?i=1000440881132" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-school-of-greatness/id596047499?i=1000440881132</a>

Ep. 18: Changing the Healthcare Landscape with Communication and Critical Thinking (Dr. Zak Gabor)

Laura Wilson

In this episode, Ethan and Joey interview Angelo State's very own neuro professor, Dr. Laura Wilson who is a board certified Neurologic Clinical Specialist. She talks about the things that keep her going, including faith, family, and her being a foster parent. Dr. Wilson's journey started as an interior design major at Baylor University. After an injury during track, she was drawn to her passion of physical therapy and soon pursued it. She advises listeners to find their passion and make it matter, and to take school seriously while not taking yourself seriously, enjoying the process that PT school is. She also discusses the transition from undergrad to PT school, where there is more applying what is learned rather than memorizing. Dr. Wilson also dives into physical therapy research on using high intensity interval training training with patients who have a neurologic diagnosis. She also discusses the importance of sleep and nutrition in neurodegenerative diseases. Book: Why We Sleep Instagram: @thatneurodpt Email: thatneurodpt@gmail.com

In this episode, Ethan and Joey interview Angelo State's very own neuro professor, Dr. Laura Wilson who is a board certified Neurologic Clinical Specialist. She talks about the things that keep her going, including faith, family, and her being a foster parent. Dr. Wilson's journey started as an interior design major at Baylor University. After an injury during track, she was drawn to her passion of physical therapy and soon pursued it. She advises listeners to find their passion and make it matter, and to take school seriously while not taking yourself seriously, enjoying the process that PT school is. She also discusses the transition from undergrad to PT school, where there is more applying what is learned rather than memorizing. Dr. Wilson also dives into physical therapy research on using high intensity interval training training with patients who have a neurologic diagnosis. She also discusses the importance of sleep and nutrition in neurodegenerative diseases. Book: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Why-We-Sleep-Unlocking-Dreams/dp/1501144316" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Why We Sleep</a> Instagram: @thatneurodpt Email: thatneurodpt@gmail.com

Ep. 17: Things You Didn't Know About Neuro PT (Dr. Laura Wilson PT, DPT, NCS)

Joey and Ethan interview each other and ask some serious, but mainly goofy questions.Are birds actually surveillance cameras sent out by the government?Does our roommate listen to this podcast?What weird things does Joey do?Listen to the episode to find out the answers to those questions and more!As always, be sure to let us know through Instagram what you guys thought of the show!Show: @theirpast_ourfuture_podcastEthan: @Mr.KinesiologyJoey: @Jstew.the.spt

Joey and Ethan interview each other and ask some serious, but mainly goofy questions. Are birds actually surveillance cameras sent out by the government? Does our roommate listen to this podcast? What weird things does Joey do? Listen to the episode to find out the answers to those questions and more! As always, be sure to let us know through Instagram what you guys thought of the show! Show: @theirpast_ourfuture_podcast Ethan: @Mr.Kinesiology Joey: @Jstew.the.spt

Ep 16: The One Where We Interview Each Other

Victor Garcia, PT, DPT, CSCS is a co-founder of Leading PT LLC and is one of Ethan's greatest mentors! Victor recently graduated from Florida International University DPT program. While in school, Victor participated in internships, received certifications, and learned business/marketing and how it applies to the field of Physical Therapy. He now works @wearecomplexmia as a physical therapist and strength coach. After experiencing his share of hardships throughout the application process and as a student, he’s now looking to help other aspiring PT's throughout their journey so that they can avoid making the same mistakes that he has made in his pursuit to becoming a Doctor of Physical Therapy. Give Dr. Garcia a follow on instagram: @victorgarcia.dpt  As always, be sure to let us know through Instagram what you guys thought of the show! Show: @theirpast_ourfuture_podcast Ethan: @Mr.Kinesiology Joey: @Jstew.the.spt

Victor Garcia, PT, DPT, CSCS is a co-founder of Leading PT LLC and is one of Ethan's greatest mentors! Victor recently graduated from Florida International University DPT program. While in school, Victor participated in internships, received certifications, and learned business/marketing and how it applies to the field of Physical Therapy. He now works @<a href="https://www.instagram.com/wearecomplexmia/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">wearecomplexmia</a> as a physical therapist and strength coach. After experiencing his share of hardships throughout the application process and as a student, he’s now looking to help other aspiring PT's throughout their journey so that they can avoid making the same mistakes that he has made in his pursuit to becoming a Doctor of Physical Therapy. Give Dr. Garcia a follow on instagram: @<a href="https://www.instagram.com/victorgarcia.dpt/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">victorgarcia.dpt</a> As always, be sure to let us know through Instagram what you guys thought of the show! Show: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/theirpast_ourfuture_podcast/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">@theirpast_ourfuture_podcast</a> Ethan: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mr.kinesiology/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">@Mr.Kinesiology</a> Joey: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/jstew.the.spt/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">@Jstew.the.spt</a>

Ep. 15: Building Habits of Productivity and Side Hustles That Matter (Dr. Victor Garcia)

Dan D'Egidio

Dr. Dan D'Egidio reveals his brand new business (The Robust Runner) geared to helping runners stay consistent and injury free over the long term. Dr. D'Egidio shares where his passion for running started as well as his non-traditional route to physical therapy school. Many gold nuggets about training are shared by Dr. D'Egidio including tips for those just starting out and tips for recovery. He discusses how his time at Temple university uniquely shaped him as a clinician and has helped him implement the biopsychosocial model within his practice. Give Dr. D'Egidio a follow on instagram: @TheRobustRunner and check out his coaching website! As always, be sure to let us know through Instagram what you guys thought of the show! Show: @theirpast_ourfuture_podcast Ethan: @Mr.Kinesiology Joey: @Jstew.the.spt

Dr. Dan D'Egidio reveals his brand new business (The Robust Runner) geared to helping runners stay consistent and injury free over the long term. Dr. D'Egidio shares where his passion for running started as well as his non-traditional route to physical therapy school. Many gold nuggets about training are shared by Dr. D'Egidio including tips for those just starting out and tips for recovery. He discusses how his time at Temple university uniquely shaped him as a clinician and has helped him implement the biopsychosocial model within his practice. Give Dr. D'Egidio a follow on instagram: @<a href="https://www.instagram.com/therobustrunner/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">TheRobustRunner</a> and check out his <a href="https://www.therobustrunner.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">coaching website</a>! As always, be sure to let us know through Instagram what you guys thought of the show! Show: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/theirpast_ourfuture_podcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@theirpast_ourfuture_podcast</a> Ethan: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mr.kinesiology/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@Mr.Kinesiology</a> Joey: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/jstew.the.spt/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@Jstew.the.spt</a>

Ep. 14: The Robust Runner (Dr. Dan D'Egidio)

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