We share strategies for managing a busy clinical caseload when juggling multiple patients with different injuries, surgeries, and protocols across various settings. • Organizing patient information systematically through spreadsheets listing surgical details, protocols, and progression points • Creating tables to track swelling measurements, range of motion, and strength over time • Establishing consistent assessment routines when patients arrive for appointments • Using technology and automated...
Jul 08, 2025•33 min
Every day we pay our dues by doing the harder thing when it's the right thing to do, especially when managing the complicated early weeks of post-operative rehabilitation. • Understanding surgical procedures through observation, surgical textbooks, and building relationships with surgeons • Establishing direct communication with surgeons to obtain critical information rather than navigating complex administrative channels • Managing pain through appropriate medication, consistent icing, and educ...
Jul 01, 2025•34 min
Physical therapy school prepares you with fundamental skills, but the gap between education and real clinical practice can be overwhelming for new graduates. This first-hand discussion reveals strategies to navigate the challenging transition as a new PT. • PT school primarily teaches you to "not hurt people" rather than specific treatment protocols • Feeling unprepared is normal when facing unfamiliar cases, especially post-surgical rehabilitation • Chart review the night before seeing patients...
Jun 24, 2025•49 min
Managing the growth spurt phase in young athletes requires patience, education, and strategic training modifications to prevent injuries and maximize long-term development. Athletes experience significant physical changes between ages 10-14 that directly impact performance and create temporary challenges that should be viewed as developmental opportunities. • Growth plates are vulnerable to injury during rapid growth phases • Peak Height Velocity (PHV) is when children grow fastest, typically ar...
Jun 17, 2025•33 min
Every day, we pay our dues by doing the harder thing when it's the right thing to do, especially when it comes to speaking up about our health and boundaries in athletic settings. • Most coaches (98-99%) want what's best for athletes and aren't maliciously pushing too hard • For the 2% who prioritize results over athlete health, changing gyms may be necessary • Approaching coaches with education and empathy helps bridge the knowledge gap about injury recovery • Focus conversations on performance...
Jun 10, 2025•28 min
Thanks for listening to The SHIFT Show! Check out SHIFT's most popular courses here! https://courses.shiftmovementscience.com/ Return-to-sport programming for gymnasts presents unique challenges that standard rehabilitation protocols often fail to address. How do you safely progress an injured gymnast from soft surfaces back to competition floors? When should you increase repetitions versus change surfaces? What's the optimal approach when working with different age groups? This episode unveils ...
Jun 03, 2025•41 min
Is running the best cardio for gymnasts? Or is it doing more harm than good? Dave Tilley and Diwesh Poudyal challenge traditional gymnastics conditioning methods, offering evidence-based alternatives for building aerobic capacity and sport-specific metabolic fitness without excessive impact. • Exercise physiology basics: aerobic system (recovery), anaerobic lactic (1-2 minute efforts), and anaerobic alactic (brief max efforts) • Mile runs are "junk conditioning" - they don't build true aerobic c...
May 27, 2025•52 min
Thanks for listening to The SHIFT Show! Check out SHIFT's most popular courses here! https://courses.shiftmovementscience.com/ Leadership style significantly impacts athletic performance, with research showing better injury rates and attendance when coaches foster positive environments and clear communication. • Life stress and physical recovery draw from the same biological resources • Studies show students with higher life stress levels take longer to recover from workouts • Injury risk increa...
May 20, 2025•38 min
Thanks for listening to The SHIFT Show! Check out SHIFT's most popular courses here! https://courses.shiftmovementscience.com/ Rehabbing elbow injuries in young gymnasts requires a specific approach, especially when dealing with osteochondritis dissecans (OCD) lesions and other complex conditions that lack standardized return-to-sport protocols. • Elbow OCD occurs when repetitive compression creates a "pothole" in the cartilage of the capitellum • OATS procedure uses a bone plug from the knee to...
May 13, 2025•38 min
Thanks for listening to The SHIFT Show! Check out SHIFT's most popular courses here https://courses.shiftmovementscience.com/ In this episode, Dave introduces a new podcast format featuring co-host Alea as they tackle the science of workload management in gymnastics and injury prevention strategies. The pair examines groundbreaking research on training load spikes and why smart preparation matters more than ever. • Tim Gabbet's research shows injury risk increases dramatically when workload spik...
May 04, 2025•37 min
We appreciate you listening! To learn more about SHIFT, head here - https://shiftmovementscience.com/ To learn about SHIFT's courses, check our website here - https://courses.shiftmovementscience.com/ Also, please consider rating, reviewing, and sharing the podcast with your friends! Thanks :) Thanks for listening to The SHIFT Show! Check out SHIFT's most popular courses here! https://courses.shiftmovementscience.com/ Want to join our online educational community of over 1000 gymnastics professi...
Feb 11, 2025•56 min
Join The Champion Sports PT Mentorship! https://mikereinold.com/champion-sports-physical-therapy-mentorship-online-course/ Unlock the secrets to effective acute sports injury management with our special guest, Dan Pope. Whether you're a clinician, physical therapist, or athletic trainer, this episode is packed with key strategies for navigating the first month post-injury. Learn how to reduce pain and swelling while safely guiding athletes back to their game, and discover how mentorship programs...
Dec 23, 2024•52 min
Tess's Free Finance Courses Here! http://Www.moneyconfidentclub.com/founders http://Www.moneyconfidentclub.com/401k Tess's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/wealthwithtess/?hl=en Unlock the secrets to managing personal finance as we sit down with Tess, a remarkable financial educator who brings a unique perspective from her journey as an aerial acrobat to a financial advocate. This episode of The Shift Show promises to transform your approach to money management, especially if you're a new g...
Dec 03, 2024•1 hr 28 min
Save $1000 with our new Performance Course Bundles! https://shiftmovementscience.com/bundles/ Unlock the secrets to mastering gymnastics skills with our special guest, Nick Ruddock, as he shares his insights on the art of coaching backward giants and flyaways. Renowned for his innovative educational techniques, Nick emphasizes the foundational importance of the backward giant and the critical role of physical preparation. Discover his "five dimensions of a straight line" model, a game-changing a...
Nov 26, 2024•49 min
Join our new FREE Course "Keys to Gymnastics Seaseon Success" here! https://shift-education.teachable.com/p/freeseasoncourse Unlock the secrets to transforming your gymnastics coaching approach with our latest episode of the Shift Show. You'll discover how to build a rock-solid core foundation for your gymnasts as the meet season looms, focusing on core training and shaping techniques that are absolutely essential. From mastering alignment and body tension to developing strong arch and hollow sh...
Nov 19, 2024•22 min
Join The Hero Lab for 60+. Hours of Gymnastics Lectures! https://shiftmovementscience.com/theherolab/ Unlock the secrets to enhancing gymnast performance through improved hip flexibility and injury prevention. Discover how a holistic approach to hip mobility, informed by both scientific insights and practical experience, can transform the lives of athletes at all levels. Engage with our thought-provoking discussion on tailoring personalized flexibility programs that prioritize athlete safety and...
Nov 12, 2024•1 hr 11 min
Unlock the secrets to conquering gymnastics anxiety with insights from our special guest, Rebecca Smith, a renowned mental performance coach in the gymnastics world. Together, we explore the fears young athletes face and how these can be transformed into newfound strengths. Our discussion highlights the biological responses to anxiety, the unintended consequences of motivational pressure, and the vital role of understanding and communication in athlete development, especially as competition seas...
Nov 05, 2024•1 hr 27 min
Unlock the secrets to mastering a competitive gymnastics season with our latest episode, where we explore game-changing strategies to keep athletes at their peak, both physically and mentally. Ever wondered how to keep gymnasts performing at their best without burning out? We tackle this challenge head-on, using the intriguing analogy of an hourglass to depict athletes' energy management throughout the season. Discover how strategic preseason preparation can ensure your athletes’ hourglass remai...
Oct 29, 2024•1 hr 4 min
Join our most popular gymnastics mentorship group! https://shiftmovementscience.com/theherolab/ What if your gymnasts could consistently peak at just the right time during the competitive season? In this episode, we promise to unlock the secrets of effective preseason planning that might just revolutionize your gymnastics training approach. We delve into the essential components of a successful preseason, focusing on key elements like strength routines, cardio preparation, and prehab exercises. ...
Oct 22, 2024•1 hr 4 min
Join The Hero Lab and get 50+ hours of gymnastics lectures here! https://shiftmovementscience.com/theherolab/ What if the secret to unlocking peak gymnastics performance lies not in more training, but in mastering the balance between stress and recovery? Through our comprehensive four-part lecture series on season management strategies, explore the nuanced techniques that ensure gymnasts are physically and mentally equipped to handle competitive pressures. Drawing from over a decade of experienc...
Oct 15, 2024•51 min
Join SHIFTs most popualr online monthly education group The Hero Lab! https://shiftmovementscience.com/theherolab/ Could ramping up your training routine too quickly be putting your gymnastics career at risk? In our latest episode of the Shift Show, we explore crucial preseason strategies that promise to arm you with the knowledge to manage workload effectively, plan routines smartly, and balance the mental and physical demands of gymnastics. Drawing from my extensive experience consulting and t...
Oct 08, 2024•32 min
Get 25% off all SHIFT Medical Courses using "season25" this week only! https://shiftmovementscience.com/backpaincourse/ https://shiftmovementscience.com/gymnasticslecourse/ https://shiftmovementscience.com/gymnasticsuecourse/ Can you imagine transforming chronic back pain into manageable, even ignorable, discomfort for athletes and fitness enthusiasts? Discover the systematic approach that has successfully treated over a thousand cases of back pain, particularly in gymnasts, baseball players, an...
Oct 01, 2024•1 hr 35 min
Get 50+ hours of gymnastics drill, flexibility, strength, and culture lectures here! https://shiftmovementscience.com/theherolab/ What if you could revolutionize your coaching techniques and elevate athlete performance by learning from a decade of hard-earned lessons? Join us on this episode of the Shift Show as I share my personal journey through the highs and lows of coaching and medicine, offering a treasure trove of insights and practical advice. From evolving strength conditioning drills to...
Sep 24, 2024•47 min
Prepare to revolutionize your understanding of men's gymnastics as we welcome Tyler Green to unpack the latest updates to the men's gymnastics code. Discover how these new rules, emphasizing increased difficulty and more complex skills, will reshape routine construction and skill development. Tyler and I discuss the urgency of balancing the pursuit of advanced techniques with the long-term health of gymnasts, ensuring even those at intermediate levels are safeguarded against burnout and injury. ...
Sep 17, 2024•1 hr 8 min
Wondering how to keep your gymnasts healthy and performing at their best throughout the season? Join us as we uncover essential pre-season advice that has been fine-tuned through our experiences with Yale Gymnastics and elite sports professionals. We tackle critical topics such as stress management, sleep optimization, and nutrition strategies to help gymnasts, coaches, and parents navigate the complex demands of the sport. Gain insights into the science behind workload management, the importanc...
Sep 10, 2024•1 hr 8 min
How do coaching styles impact an athlete's career and mental health? We had the honor of hosting gymnastics legends Ellie Black and Becky Downey, fresh from their experiences at the Paris Olympics. This episode is a treasure trove of insights as Ellie and Becky reflect on the evolution of gymnastics, from the increasing age of peak competition to the significant advancements in strength and conditioning, nutrition, and mental health. They share the highs and lows of international competitions an...
Sep 03, 2024•1 hr 11 min
Join us as we explore the dynamic evolution of elite gymnastics with the insightful Nick Ruddick. Reflect on how the sport has transformed since 2008 and 2012, reshaping not only Olympic-level gymnastics but also influencing college and club levels. Nick, with his extensive experience consulting with Olympic athletes and teams, shares his perspectives on these changes and their implications for the future. Learn about his initiatives like the Inner Circle program and the upcoming Gymnastics Lead...
Aug 20, 2024•55 min
We appreciate you listening! To learn more about SHIFT, head here - https://shiftmovementscience.com/ To learn about SHIFT's courses, check our website here - https://courses.shiftmovementscience.com/ Also, please consider rating, reviewing, and sharing the podcast with your friends! Thanks :) Thanks for listening to The SHIFT Show! Check out SHIFT's most popular courses here! https://courses.shiftmovementscience.com/ Want to join our online educational community of over 1000 gymnastics professi...
Jul 04, 2024•23 min
Unlock the secrets of collegiate gymnastics excellence with Brett Nelligan, head coach of Maryland Gymnastics. Brett returns to share his wealth of knowledge on building a winning team culture, holistic athlete development, and savvy recruitment strategies for aspiring college gymnasts. Learn how elite and Olympic-level athletes are transforming the landscape, and why effective commentary and social media are crucial to the sport's booming popularity. Discover the unpredictable and thrilling nat...
Jul 02, 2024•1 hr 27 min
What happens when outdated coaching methods clash with modern standards? Join us for a deep dive into the evolving landscape of gymnastics culture, where personal development, happiness, and effective coaching are taking the forefront. Reflecting on the significant strides made over the past decade, we expose the remnants of abusive practices from the '80s and '90s still lingering in some gyms. This episode promises to inspire positive change through continuous learning and adaptation, offering ...
Jun 27, 2024•23 min
