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In Episode 054 of the D&D Fitness Radio podcast, we sit down with pedorthist, Sean MacMillan to talk about orthotics, choices around footwear and the foot itself. As both Don and Derek have relatively flat feet, they were more than interested in Sean’s opinion on the need for orthotics and the plight of the flat-footed. We discuss innovations in orthotics over the last several decades, as well as the differences in foot types and individual preferences. We pepper Sean with questions about frequency of orthotic use, changing between different shoe types, sports and even going bare-footed for some activities. Additionally, we talk about shoe selection for different types of feet and activities. Sean MacMillan graduated from the University of Calgary in 1994, and began working in the field of Pedorthics in 1996. Sean competed in Track and Field at a Varsity level for 4 years. An Achilles rupture in 2001 necessitated a switch from weekend warrior to coaching. He worked for several years developing and imp

In Episode 053, Don and Derek talk running. While it may be considered one of the simpler means of exercising and getting into shape, there is not a lot of discussion around how to do it right. Whether you are a person interested in improving fitness or a professional athlete looking to improving your performance on the field or court, special attention to the mechanics of movement and your running technique can pay big dividends in terms of preventing injury and achieving higher running speeds. As such, Derek has created a series of professional courses around improving running mechanics for sport, fitness and rehabilitation purposes. Don and Derek discuss all of the nuances around running and how individuals can make improvements with just some simple strategies.For more information on Derek's courses on running instruction, you can get more information via the links below:Website: https://www.runningmechanics.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/runningmechanicsFacebook: https://www.facebook.co

Episode 052 of the D&D Fitness Radio podcast welcomes Greg Amundson to talk not only about the early days of CrossFit, but also the evolution of this exercise and fitness phenomenon. As we dig deeper into the protocols and benefits of CrossFit, Greg gives us a more detail explanation of why he believes CrossFit has not only achieved mass appeal, but also changed the lives of a whole generation of fitness and performance followers. We discover that the mindset behind the CrossFit philosophy is just as strong, if not stronger, than the actual exercise routines.Greg Amundson is a graduate of the University of California at Santa Cruz, the US Army Officer Candidate School, South Bay Regional Public Safety Academy, and the United States Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Federal Academy. Greg started his CrossFit training in December 2001 at the original CrossFit Headquarters gym in Santa Cruz, California. As an Athlete at the first CrossFit gym, Greg was coached and mentored by CrossFit Founders “Coach”

In Episode 051, we move past the 50 episode mark of the D&D Fitness Radio Podcast in just over a year since its inception. As such, Don and Derek talk about some of the fitness and performance issues that arise as you age, which in many cases is caused by reduced activity levels. Topics discussed include getting blood work performed to screen for any problems, changes in muscle and tendon properties for explosive activities, changing your diet to reduce caloric intake and other issues encountered later in life.The D&D Fitness Radio podcast is available at the following locations for downloadable audio, including: iTunes – https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/d-d-fitness-radio-podcast/id1331724217https://www.iheart.com/podcast/dd-fitness-radio-28797988/Spreaker.com – https://www.spreaker.com/show/d-and-d-fitness-radios-showYou can reach both Don and Derek at the following locations: Don Saladino: http://www.DonSaladino.com Twitter and Instagram - @DonSaladino YouTube - http://www.youtube.com/donsaladi

We celebrate our 50th Episode by speaking with performance and recovery expert, Dr. Jeff Spencer. Jeff has coached, mentored and been the ‘cornerman’ to some of the world’s highest achievers from Fortune 500 leaders to Gold Medal Olympians. In our interview with Jeff, we cover as much ground as humanly possible on all aspects of general health, performance and recovery as it to relates to athletes, corporate leaders and the human race. Jeff’s experience in elite cycling and the Tour de France gives us an opportunity to fully understand the extent of the recovery and performance measures taken to ensure the top cyclists in the world were prepared for each of the 21 stages, en route to victory. These strategies can also be applied to other sports and competitive fields across the board, and Dr. Spencer outlines his approach to helping his clients achieve their goals. Whether it is his application of science, his use of technology or his ability to get the most out of his clients, Dr. Spencer is on the cut

In Episode 049 of the D&D Fitness Radio Podcast, we sit down with world-renowned physical therapy and performance enhancement practitioner and educator, Sue Falsone. Sue is known as a professional who has bridged the gap between rehabilitation and performance in her practice, consulting with athletes, teams and organizations, as well as educating fellow practitioners in these areas. We discuss Sue’s development as a physical therapist and strength and conditioning professional, and how her philosophy has evolved around the comprehensive treatment and preparation of athletes at all levels. She has worked within major teams and organizations, as well as handled specific projects with individual athletes. All of this experience has led to Sue providing not only consulting services to teams and athletes, but also a comprehensive educational platform for health and performance practitioners. It has also influenced Sue to author and publish a recent book around the entire process of combining rehabilitatio

Episode 048 of the D&D Fitness Radio Podcast does a deep dive into nutritional topics with world-class nutritionist and performance consultant, Robert Yang. Rob has extensive experience working with athletes of all types, providing them with the latest and best information on managing their nutrition to maximize performance and overall health. We also dive into the whole question of what constitutes a “healthy” diet as everyone’s understanding of what is healthy varies significantly, and poor decisions around this area can result in significant performance decrements and negatively impact overall health. We also quiz Robert on the recent success of golfing legend, Tiger Woods, and his recent rise to the top.Robert Yang, top fitness and nutrition expert and owner of RYI studio, is among the nation's most sought-after exercise and nutrition authorities. Always staying on the cutting edge, Robert is in high demand as a nutritionist and strength coach for professional athletes, golfers and celebrities. Hi

In Episode 047 of the D&D Fitness Radio Podcast, we welcome muscle researcher and Titan Games competitor, Kara Kilian Lazauskas. We speak with Kara about her development as a young athlete, growing up in a ‘wrestling’ family with a wrestling mat in the basement. This hard working and competitive attitude persisted throughout her high school and college athletic careers, culminating in an impressive performance at the recent Titan Games hosted by Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson. Kara also has extensive experience working and studying as an exercise physiologist, conducting everything from muscle biopsies to testing aerobic capacity. We dive into her expertise around athletic performance and the science behind testing and training.Kara was born and raised in the heart of New Jersey and grew up in a household where athletics and academics were the top priority. At the age of 3 she had her lung removed due to a tumor covering 75% of the left lung. Her love for human anatomy and physiology was born from that mo

In Episode 046 of the D&D Fitness Radio, we speak with power lifter and author, Josh Bryant. Josh was the youngest person in powerlifting history to bench press 600 lbs. He also squatted 909 lbs and deadlifted 810 lbs in competition. Today, he spends much of his time writing on the subject of strength and coaching athletes from all over the world in all aspects of strength, bodybuilding and performance. Josh has a Master’s Degree in Exercise Science and has authored numerous books on strength, powerlifting and nutrition. In our interview with Josh, we discuss his career in power lifting and some of the performances he achieved from a very early age. We also talk about his transition into coaching, consulting and authoring books on the subject of training. Josh also touches on some of the other forms of training he has introduced into his own personal fitness regime to stay fit and healthy post-power lifting career.For more information on Josh Bryant, you can follow him via the links below:Website:

Episode 045 of the D&D Fitness Radio podcast concerns the topic of conducting business in the fitness, wellness and performance industry. We speak with Hamden, Connecticut based, Michael Ranfone, about his experiences in the fitness and performance industries, running a training facility and conducting continuing education courses around the country. Topics covered include setting goals for your business, creating a marketing strategy around the business, attracting new clients, retaining existing ones, the importance of digital and social media and expanding your business both physically and virtually. The constant theme around our discussion is keeping things simple, sticking to a process and having a plan to serve your existing customer base and gradually expand your market.Michael is the founder and president of Ranfone Training Systems located in Hamden, Connecticut. He graduated Cum Laude from Union College with degrees in Economics and Psychology—earning recognition in the National Honour Soci

In Episode 044 of the D&D Fitness Radio podcast, Don and Derek spend an hour speaking with legendary Strength and Conditioning Coach, Al Vermeil. Even though Coach Vermeil has had the pleasure of earning Championships with the likes of Michael Jordan and Joe Montana, he himself is considered a legend in the industries of sport performance, strength training and fitness. Our conversation covers all topics around athlete evaluation, strength development, speed and power training and general issues around health and fitness. The great thing about a conversation with Coach Vermeil is that he pulls no punches and gives his true thoughts about a subject. This interview is no different.Al Vermeil is President of Vermeil Sports and Fitness, Inc. VSF trained players of the World Champion Chicago Bulls, as well as select athletes. VSF has also consulted with the US Army Rangers Fort Benning Ga., Boston College, Mike Boyle Strength & Conditioning, Benneton Basketball of Italy, San Francisco Giants, Universi

In Episode 043 of the D&D Fitness Radio podcast, we speak with veteran physical therapist Robert Panariello, who also worked extensively as a Strength and Conditioning coach for a good number of years. Because injuries are a part of life for anyone who is active, we discuss the key issues around both minimizing the occurrence of injury, but also developing a strategy around treating injuries effectively. Rob identifies scenarios where injuries can occur and outlines the process followed to ensure successful outcomes. Individuals must also do their homework when searching for a rehabilitation professional to assist them with their recovery from injury. A plan must be developed that progressively takes the patient from injury and inactivity to greater function and more intense levels of activity regardless if they are a professional athlete, regular adult or young athlete. Robert Panariello is a Founding Partner of both Professional Physical Therapy and the Professional Athletic Performance Center. He

In Episode 042 of the D&D Fitness Radio podcast, we spend time with veteran Strength and Conditioning Coach, Mike Boyle, after first discussing the challenges and pressures of being anointed as a fitness and exercise expert on social media. Coach Boyle provides his perspective on how quickly things have changed but, more importantly, how we have to adapt to change in an exceptionally dynamic world. We discuss the changes in fitness and performance industries, but also the important differences in how we communicate and connect with the younger generation in these various fields. Marketing and advertising in business has changed dramatically, and those who are interested in developing their brand and marketing their services must stay ahead of the curve. Knowing your audience is critically important and having a strategy around developing a relationship with a younger audience must be part of your approach. Michael Boyle is one of the foremost experts in the fields of Strength and Conditioning, Funct

In Episode 041 of the D&D Fitness Radio podcast, we sit down with Dr. Charlie Weingroff and discuss his work as a physical therapist and sport performance consultant. Charlie describes himself as a problem solver that engages in a detailed gap analysis process for professional teams and athletes, as well as national sports organizations. He walks us through the process of identifying needs for his clients, and then presenting solutions. In many cases, organizations will defy the recommendations and continue to do what they do. But through his professional approach to performance and health, Charlie persists and ultimately finds the right solution for the right situation that fits with the organization and individuals he is trying to help. There are no easy roads to success.Charlie is a Doctor of Physical Therapy, a Certified Athletic Trainer, and a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist. He is currently a Physical Therapist and Strength & Conditioning Coach at Drive 495 in Manhattan, NY

In Episode 040, we have the pleasure of speaking once again with Dr. Gabrielle Lyon on the topic of health, fitness and nutrition as it relates to pregnancy. Dr. Lyon, we are proud to announce, is pregnant with her first child and willing to share her experiences with Don and Derek. We discuss the changes that an expectant mother goes through and the modifications to diet, exercise and general day-to-day activities that may be required. As is the case with many scenarios, a pregnant woman’s journey can be very individual with a sample size of “1”. Dr. Gabrielle gives us more insight into her personal journey, as well as highlighting some more general issues to look out for as part of the process of seeing a pregnancy through to healthy delivery.Dr. Gabrielle Lyon is a fellowship-trained nutrition and cognition physician who specializes in muscle-centric medicine. As co-leader of The Ash Center for Comprehensive Medicine in Manhattan, she utilizes a truly integrated background to restore and invigorate thi

In Episode 039 of the D&D Fitness Radio Podcast, we talk in depth with former Major League Baseball star, Aubrey Huff. Aubrey had an amazing career that spanned over multiple teams. He has also enjoyed the experience of winning the World Series on multiple occasions. We talk about Aubrey’s career, and the key moments that have stuck with him over time. We also discuss life after baseball and how he has coped with staying busy, staying in shape and keeping both his body and mind healthy during the ageing process. Aubrey has also been contributing to a popular blog on his website called “Off the Cuff,” where he tackles topics and issues near and dear to his heart. He tells us how he is a self-described ‘loose cannon’ but always tries to find a way to have fun with it.Aubrey Lewis Huff III is a former Major League Baseball player. A veteran of 13 seasons, Huff played for the Tampa Bay Rays, Houston Astros, Baltimore Orioles, Detroit Tigers, and finished off his career having won two World Series Champ

Pat Davidson, Ph.D, is an exercise physiologist, strength and conditioning coach, author, consultant, and traveling lecturer. Pat started out in the fitness world as an athlete who was looking to find any training and nutrition tool possible to make him the best he could possibly be at sports. This passion for training knowledge ultimately led Pat to pursuing a Master’s in Science in Strength and Conditioning, and a Ph.D in Exercise Physiology. Pat has worked as a Professor of Exercise Science at Springfield College and Brooklyn College, along with being the Director of Continuing Education and Training Methodology at Peak Performance in NYC.In Episode 038, we discuss Pat’s involvement in a group fitness project in New York City that he has been planning for many years. His use of air-based resistance via Kaiser resistance training equipment provides some unique opportunities for improving strength, monitoring progress and minimizing joint soreness after vigorous exercise. Pat provides details on the traini

In Episode 037 of the D&D Fitness Radio Podcast, we discuss the first year of running a podcast and what we have to look forward to in 2019. As part of our 2018 Year in Review, we have included some excerpts from a number of our memorable interviews including time with Liev Schreiber, Blake Lively, Lyle McDonald, Wally Szczerbiak, Layne Norton, John Callery, Drew Powell and Jeremy Jauncey. We hope you have enjoyed the D&D Fitness Radio podcast this past year, and promise to bring you even more intriguing, educational and entertaining interviews in 2019.The D&D Fitness Radio podcast is available at the following locations for downloadable audio, including: iTunes – https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/d-d-fitness-radio-podcast/id1331724217https://www.iheart.com/podcast/dd-fitness-radio-28797988/Spreaker.com – https://www.spreaker.com/show/d-and-d-fitness-radios-showYou can reach both Don and Derek at the following locations: Don Saladino: http://www.DonSaladino.com Twitter and Instagram - @DonSala

In Episode 036 of the D&D Fitness Radio Podcast, we have the pleasure of talking with Keenan Robinson, the High Performance Director of USA Swimming. Keenan has had the opportunity to work closely with swimming legend, Michael Phelps, as well as serving as an advisor to Phelps’ veteran coach, Bob Bowman. We discuss all aspects of preparation for world-class swimmers including general physical training, nutritional support and physical therapy. There are always lots of rumors out there about what top athletes are doing for their preparation and Keenan does a very good job at dispelling some of those rumors and providing facts around the physical preparation of elite performers.For more information on Keenan Robinson, you can follow him via the links below:Twitter: https://twitter.com/kkrirshFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/keenan.robinson.5The D&D Fitness Radio podcast is available at the following locations for downloadable audio, including: iTunes – https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/d-d-fitn

In Episode 035 of the D&D Fitness Radio Podcast, we sit down with Dr. Ben House to discuss the key levers of nutrition that can be pulled to elicit a desired outcome, whether it be related body composition, athletic performance or general health and wellness. Dr. House talks about how he can optimize an individual’s diet whether they choose to a vegan approach, a ketogenic path or more conservative methodologies. We also discuss issues around exercise, food quality, technology and food preparation.Ben House, PhD, CN, FDN, fNMT, NCSF, USAW LI SPC has worked as a Strength and Conditioning Coach and Nutritionist since 2006. House is currently the owner and founder of Functional Medicine Costa Rica. House was accepted to medical school without an undergraduate degree, but elected to finish his degree and pursue a career in the health and fitness sector. He is currently practicing Functional Medicine after finishing his PhD and a multi-year metabolic health study within the Nutritional Sciences Department at