Maximizing your full potential in baseball using data-led monitoring and individualized training. Experts discuss what works and why at every level of baseball, from the Big Leagues on down.
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Welcome to STAY FEARLESS, the Fearless Sports Performance podcast with all things baseball performance. We have created this podcast for any and all coaches and players looking to learn and take their game to the highest level. Our goal is to create the best possible growth environment for us, our guests, and our listeners. This show will include guest interviews, rants, talks with our athletes, talks with the cofounders, and much more. Your STAY FEARLESS hosts are Dr. Alex Acevedo, DPT, CSC ...
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How High School Coaches Can Optimize Pitching with ArmCare
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26:57In this episode of More Than Velocity, we sit down with veteran high school baseball coach Ryan Strickland to discuss how he’s transformed his program using ArmCare. With nearly two decades of coaching experience in South Georgia, Ryan shares how he manages two-way players, optimizes pitching rotations, and keeps his athletes throwing harder, longe…
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Blending PT & Performance: How Alex Beebe Elevates Baseball Rehab with ArmCare
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19:30In this episode of More Than Velocity, we’re joined by Alex Beebe, a physical therapist and owner of Diamond Performance and Rehab. https://diamondpratlanta.com/ Alex shares his journey from working in traditional insurance-based PT to creating his own facility to focus on holistic, data-driven rehab and performance programs for baseball players. D…
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Grinder Mentality Meets ArmCare: A Deep Dive with The Bullpen Pitching & Performance
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31:41The latest MoreThanVelocity podcast covers Zach Dials and John Geisel from Bullpen Pitching & Performance Training, a top-tier training facility in Northern Virginia. From guiding high school players to the big leagues, Bullpen is redefining player development with a "grinder mentality" and a focus on building self-reliant, resilient athletes. Zach…
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Ep. 17 | Approaching Training with Purpose - Rant w/ Dr. Alex Acevedo
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5:45In this episode of STAY FEARLESS, we dive into approaching training with purpose with Dr. Alex Acevedo, PT, DPT, CSCS. Whether it's throwing or lifting, it's crucial to approach your training every day with a clear plan to execute, knowing exactly what you're working on, why you're working on it, and how you're going to execute that plan. Purpose-d…
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Real Players, Real Data, Real Decisions with Coach Erik Wagle
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22:30In this episode of More Than Velocity, the ArmCare team sits down with Erik Wagle, the CEO of Kinetic Performance Institute (KPI), a premier baseball training facility in Silicon Valley. Erik shares his insights on leveraging real-time data and technology to improve player performance, especially focusing on how KPI uses the ArmCare sensor to preve…
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Ep. 16 | Glen Pecoraro - The State of High School Baseball and College Recruitment
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51:53In this episode of STAY FEARLESS, we dive into the state of high school baseball and college recruitment with Glen Pecoraro. Glen covers the state of high school baseball in the midwest and how athletes approach college recruiting along with his thoughts on the recent changes to the rules in MLB. Stay Fearless! If you’re interested in elite trainin…
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Ep. 15 | Sam Miller & Will Waterman - Proteus Motion is Revolutionizing Performance Testing and Training
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54:50In this episode of STAY FEARLESS, we dive into how Proteus Motion is revolutionizing performance testing and training with Sam Miller & Dr. Will Waterman PT, DPT, PRC, OCS, COMT, CSCS. Sam is the CEO and Founder of Proteus Motion and Will is the VP of Human Performance and Customer Success of Proteus Motion and a Doctor of Physical Therapy. If yo…
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From Pro Athlete to Top Coach: Josh Kauten's Insights for Building An Elite Training Academy
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27:50In this episode of the More Than Velocity podcast, we sit down with Josh Kauten, founder of K's Training Academy in Bloomington, Illinois. Josh takes us through his journey from growing up in small-town Iowa to being drafted by the Detroit Tigers and ultimately establishing a premier training facility that has impacted hundreds of athletes. Josh sh…
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Ep. 14 | Gabriel Trastoy - Learning to Trust Yourself as both a Player and a Coach
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53:43In this episode of STAY FEARLESS, we dive into learning to trust yourself as both a player and coach with Gabriel Trastoy. Gabe played college baseball at Loyola University New Orleans where he was a mainstay at the catcher position, owning the top 3 spots in the record book for most runners caught stealing in a single season (66% RCS) and the numb…
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Ep. 13 | Jeremy Kennedy - Earning Respect & Creating a Winning Culture
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56:27In this episode of STAY FEARLESS, we dive into earning respect and creating a winning culture with Jeremy Kennedy. Coach Kennedy played college baseball at Barton County Community College and Dallas Baptist University before beginning his coaching career as an assistant at Dallas Baptist, where he helped the program transition from NCAA Division II…
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From Injury to Velocity: The Journey of Nolan Kruse at Backyard Baseball Lab
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36:04In this episode of More Than Velocity, Jordan Oseguera and Ryan Crotin dive deep into the journey of Nolan Cruz at Backyard Baseball Lab. Nolan, who came in with shoulder and elbow issues, transformed from throwing 74 to 88 mph thanks to meticulous training and the Arm Care App. The team discusses the importance of consistency, discipline, and a da…
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Ep. 12 | Steven Bruce - Player Development, Pitchability, & Coaching
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1:32:56In this episode of STAY FEARLESS, we dive into player development, pitchability, & coaching with Steven Bruce. Bruce played college baseball at the University of Oklahoma and Keiser University, where he completed his college career as a starting pitcher with a remarkable undefeated 25-0 record. He then went on to play professional baseball for the …
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Ep. 11 | Tanner Pruett - An Explorative Approach to Pitching Mechanics & Training
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48:41In this episode of STAY FEARLESS, we dive into an explorative approach to pitching mechanics and training with Tanner Pruett. Tanner is a pitching coach at MASH in Savage, MN. He pitched collegiately at Modesto Junior College and Crown College. He was invited to spring training for the Evansville Otters of the Frontier League, and after being relea…
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Ep. 10 | Andrew Misiaszek - Rehab, Respecting Your Craft, & Playing College/Pro Baseball
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1:35:14In this episode of STAY FEARLESS, we dive into rehab, respecting your craft, & playing college/pro baseball with Andrew Misiaszek. Miz is originally from Long Island, New York and played baseball at Northeastern University in Boston, Massachusetts, where he served as the closer. Miz was then drafted by the Cleveland Guardians in the 32nd round of t…
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Ep. 9 | Payton Alexander - Earning Respect, Building a Culture, & Leadership
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1:19:33In this episode of STAY FEARLESS, we dive into earning respect, building a culture, & leadership with Payton Alexander. Payton played baseball at Loyola University New Orleans where he etched his name all over the Loyola records book during one of the best careers in program history. Those accolades include 2nd in home runs all time, 2nd in RBIs al…
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Insights on Pitching Performance from ArmCare, PitchLogic, and the LA Tech Human Performance Lab
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41:18In this episode of the More Than Velocity Podcast, we dive deep into the intersection of strength and spin in pitching with special guests from PitchLogic and Louisiana Tech University. Join this team of experts as we explore the impact of training and forearm strength on spin characteristics. We’re excited to welcome Larry Sorenson and Steven Cuki…
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Unlocking Peak Performance with Dr. Nick Serio from Velocity University
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26:46This week we welcome Dr. Nick Serio from Velocity University along with our hosts Ryan and Jordan as they dive into the intricacies of training, focusing on arm strength and velocity, and how data-driven approaches at VeloU are revolutionizing how athletes train and prevent injuries. Dr. Serio shares his journey through kinesiology, strength and co…
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Ep. 8 | Jacob Zibin - Simplifying Training, the Lessons of Rehab, and Sleep/Nutrition
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1:11:31In this episode of STAY FEARLESS, we dive into simplifying training, the lessons of rehab, and sleep/nutrition with Jacob Zibin. Jacob is originally from Langley, British Columbia, Canada and moved to Florida to train at TNXL academy as a junior in high school. He was then drafted by the Cleveland Guardians in the 2022 Amateur Draft as a 17 year ol…
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Ep. 7 | Christopher Bohrer - Using Psychology and Experiences to be Successful in Baseball
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1:06:50In this episode of STAY FEARLESS, we dive into using psychology and experiences to be successful in baseball with Christopher Bohrer. Chris played JUCO baseball at Miami-Dade College, one of the top JUCO programs in Florida, where he was a corner infielder. Then, he played at Loyola University New Orleans where Chris made the switch to shortstop an…
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Ep. 6 | Allen Dennis - Building a Successful Mindset & Routine, Life Lessons in Baseball, and the Psychological Struggles of Rehab
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59:11In this episode of STAY FEARLESS, we dive into building a successful mindset & routine, life lessons in baseball, and the psychological struggles of rehab with Allen Dennis. Allen played baseball at Loyola University New Orleans where he etched his name all over the Loyola records book solidifying himself as the best player in program history. Thos…
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Ep. 5 | Brenden Taravella - Culture, Performance Training, and Getting Through Injury
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57:17In this episode of STAY FEARLESS, we dive into culture, performance training, and getting through injury with Brenden Taravella. Brenden is a former Fearless athlete who pitched at Loyola University New Orleans. He is a member of our 90 mph club and holds many places in the Loyola University New Orleans records book including 1st in strikeouts per …
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Ep. 4 | Getting on the Mound During Return to Throw - Rant w/ Joey Hanley
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16:46In this episode of STAY FEARLESS, we dive into Getting on the Mound During Return to Throw with Joey Hanley. Joey dives into the intricacies of progressing to throwing off the mound during a return to throw build up. He details common mistakes and what the progression should look like. Stay Fearless! If you’re interested in elite training, DM or em…
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Ep. 3 | Psychological Warfare - Rant w/ Dr. Alex Acevedo
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5:50In this episode of STAY FEARLESS, we dive into psychological warfare with Dr. Alex Acevedo, DPT, CSCS. Baseball is unique as a team sport, because at the center of the sport it is made up of a series of 1-on-1 battles between pitcher and hitter. One of the main components of that battle, that can give a significant edge when controlled, is the psyc…
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Ep. 2 | Garrison Roy - The State of Modern Baseball Performance Training
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1:09:53In this episode of STAY FEARLESS, we dive into the state of modern baseball performance training with Garrison Roy. Garrison is the co-founder of Inked Sports Performance, an online baseball performance training company. He has experience with all levels of athletes and has spent time coaching at the Florida Baseball Armory, Cressey Sports Performa…
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Ep. 1 | Dr. Alex Acevedo & Joey Hanley - Welcome to STAY FEARLESS
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1:40:40Welcome to STAY FEARLESS, The Fearless Sports Performance podcast with all things baseball performance. In this episode, the Fearless Sports Performance Co-Founders, Dr. Alex Acevedo and Joey Hanley, talk about their baseball journeys, the FSP origin story, important lessons they have learned along the way, and the culture they are building at Fear…
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How the Prospect League is Prioritizing Player Health and Development for College Players
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41:52The Prospect League is a collegiate summer baseball league consisting of teams spread across the Midwest. Follow Prospect League: X: https://twitter.com/ProspectLeague Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/prospectleague The Prospect League aims to foster a competitive environment for college players to hone their skills during the off-season. The l…
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Vaulted Baseball's Game-Changing Approach using Data and Analytics
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29:49In this episode of More Than Velocity, Jordan and Ryan talk with Tim Collins and Matthew DeMarte, founders of Vaulted Baseball (https://vaultedbaseball.com/), a company that merges analytics with practical baseball experience. Tim, with his substantial major league experience, including a World Series win with the Kansas City Royals, and Matthew, a…
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Implementing ArmCare Beyond Baseball Pitching with Tyler Tortora
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25:49We meet with Tyler Tortora in this episode of More Than Velocity. He's a young coach and top athlete himself who has overcome a ton of adversity in his own journey. Tyler shares real-life examples and data, highlighting his impact on the progress of athletes across a number of sports. Specifically, we dive into his training with softball and footba…
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Lessons from 20 Years of MLB Strength Coaching And A World Series Win with José Vázquez
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38:16In this episode of More Than Velocity, our hosts Ryan and Jordan talk with José Vázquez, the Texas Rangers Strength & Conditioning Coach since 2006. They take a deep dive into the nuances of strength training, conditioning, and player development at the highest level of baseball. They cover José's expansive knowledge as a strength coach and physica…
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Dry Needling, Neurology and Baseball Performance with Michael Voltz
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39:18Dive into the world of sports medicine with Michael Voltz, founder of The Movement Science Project. He also has experienced physical therapist and athletic trainer, shares his passion for aiding overhead athletes, drawing from his work with USA Baseball, USA Diving, and the United States Olympic Training Center. As an instructor with Evidence in Mo…
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Hurston Waldrep Discusses CWS, the MLB Draft, & ArmCare
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26:20Standout RHP at University Florida, Hurston Waldrep joins the pod. Ryan & Jordan discuss why Hurston's arm strength and process will be so valuable at the MLB level. Hurston provides some great insight to what his year at UF was like and the CWS experience.By ArmCare.com
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Arm Care, Mental Game, and Winning Strategies of Pro Baseball Catcher Ryan Lavarnway
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20:08In this episode of The More Than Velocity Podcast, host Ryan Crotin sits down with guest Ryan Lavarnway, a retired professional baseball player with an impressive career spanning 15 years. Lavarnway shares insights into his journey and discusses the importance of preparation and maintaining arm health in baseball. The conversation delves into catch…
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Lessons in Becoming an Outstanding Player-Centered Coach.
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32:22Robert Hege has one of the more unique paths that got him into baseball coaching. Throughout his career as a pilot in the military, he stayed in touch with baseball as a coach on the side. Upon his exit from the military, he moved into coaching full-time as the owner of Southern Baseball Academy in Hillsborough, North Carolina. Robert shares his re…
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Breaking down Biomechanics in Baseball with Brittany Dowling
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37:32This week we welcome Brittany Dowling on the podcast to dive into the application of biomechanics in baseball. Brittany is the Director of Biomechanics at Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush, overseeing a world-class motion capture lab. Previously she served over 5 years as a Director at Motus Global, where she built a depth of experience in assessing pit…
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How Towson Baseball Is Making Gains with Jimmy Lee
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41:11A great discussion with Jimmy Lee, Athletic Trainer for Towson University Baseball, discussing a variety things they are doing to get better and compete. https://towsontigers.com/staff-directory/jimmy-lee/2349By ArmCare.com
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Strategies for Elite Pitching Performance with Mark Sheehan
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37:24In this video, we sit down with Mark Sheehan, a Master Pitching Instructor and winner of the 2014 Collegiate Baseball News Teaching Professional of the Year Award. With over 13 years of experience, Mark has developed a reputation as an extremely knowledgeable and highly sought-after instructor. He is the Director of Pitching for Canes Illinois and …
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Insights on Player Development with Big League Pitching Coach and Manager Mickey Callaway
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57:24In this episode of More than Velocity, we chat with Big League pitching coach and manager Mickey Callaway. He shares his insights on individualizing player development and optimizing communication from his time as a pitching coach for the Cleveland Indians and Los Angeles Angles, as well as the Club Manager for the New York Mets. Learn more at http…
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Building Elite Systems with Tommy Weaver from USA Prime Virginia
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30:48This week on More Than Velocity, we have Tommy Weaver, the Director of Training at USA Prime Virginia, who plays a role in developing over 150 players. In this episode, we'll discuss his latest training techniques and the implementation of strength testing in his program. This includes his regiment and schedule that rival the organization of some M…
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Infielder & Outfielder Results with ArmCare - Part 2 w/ Backyard Baseball
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32:05Pitchers and position players alike need to take care of their throwing arm. ArmCare has the perfect solution for keeping your arm healthy and building strength! Watch the latest More Than Velocity podcase to see the results players are getting with ArmCare. Kyle Bogese & RC Orlan from Backyard Baseball Join us to talk about the results they're get…
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How to Leverage the ArmCare App to Advance Your Training Programs - Part 1
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17:49In this episode of MoreThanVelocity, Kyle Bogese from Backyard Baseball joins us to discuss the innovative use of technology in baseball training. Founded in Chester, Virginia, Backyard Baseball was an early adopter of the ArmCare App and has used it to revolutionize their approach to helping their players become better athletes and reach their goa…
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Making Gains With The ArmCare Specialist Course
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29:22If you're looking to make some gains in your coaching career then check out our Armcare Specialist certification. The course is designed by pitching specialist Dr. Ryan Crotin and covers the most up-to-date and effective information needed to protect athletes and help them perform. In this podcast, you'll hear from one of our graduates of the progr…
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Look Behind the Scenes of Professional Baseball with Umpire Dale Scott
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46:06Learn about the life of a professional baseball umpire from someone who's been in the game for over three decades. From his unique perspective, umpire Dale Scott provides a fascinating look at what happens behind the scenes of professional baseball. You'll never look at the sport the same way again! Check out his book for more info along with his i…
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From Setbacks to Draft Day with Third Round Pick William Kempner
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28:14Will Kempner is a 3rd round draft pick with the SF Giants. He joins us to discuss what the draft process was like, what his future will entail, and how he dealt with an injury earlier this year. This is a great listen if you want a behind the scene look at the move to professional baseball and what it took to get there. Follow Will on Twitter at ht…
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How to Use Your Athletic Trainer to Build High Performance Machines
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49:59Kaylee Shores isn't at the field to "eat sunflower seeds and treat turf burn." She's actively involved in managing player workloads, assessing data to make better game-time decisions, and helping players gain velocity while staying healthy. In this week's podcast, she dives into some of the data she's regularly using to support the team and her pla…
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Experiments, Expert Knowledge and Tech with Ryan Clark
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37:23Ryan Clark a former 5th round draft pick and now founder of Ripple Baseball discusses individualizing training using experiments, experts and technology to push performance. https://www.ripplebaseball.com/ https://armcare.comBy ArmCare.com
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How Lower Body Explosive Power Impacts Injury and Performance
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1:22:06Dr. Chris Bishop joins us to discuss measuring lower body explosive power, asymmetry, and predicting injury risk or performance potential. Jordan and Ryan tap Chris' experience to discuss a variety of topics including antagonist / agonist movements pairings, and limb dominance. Chris is a Strength and Conditioning expert currently working at Middle…
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Snake Venom, Bone Fractures, and Pitching 90+ mph
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28:37In this week's More Than Velocity, Ryan wraps up his talk with Mike Killian. You are in for a ride as the conversation goes from snake venom and rats to rehabbing a bone fracture of a collegiate pitcher throwing 90+. Press play and hold on.By ArmCare.com
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Bridging the Gap from Pain to Performance with Mike Killian (Part II)
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32:09In this week's More Than Velocity, we cover the comeback of a Division I pitcher who was experiencing arm pain and the steps it took to get him back on the mound. The discussion covers drills and training tools related to both the biomechanical and physiologic demands of regaining the throwing motion and arm strength after injury. And an important …
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Bridging the Gap From Pain to Performance with Mike Killian (Part I)
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26:00Mike Killian works with all types of athletes in their return to performance, but his forte is baseball pitchers and getting them out of pain. He's interesting because, in the traditional sense of "rehabilitation", the athlete gets passed from the therapist to the coach and typically loses contact with the therapist when re-entering competition. Mi…
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How To Get The Most From Your Arm Exams (More Than Velocity #36)
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50:19In this episode of More Than Velocity, we take a deep dive into the exam process for the ArmCare App and cover some essential analytics that we pull from each test. If you're looking to build your expertise on this and other arm care essentials, check out our certification course.By ArmCare.com
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