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PRO Athlete Physical Therapy: The Podcast

PRO Athlete Physical Therapy 18 Episodes Sep 22, 2025

The podcast shares performance tips for athletes in the Denver area. It focuses on helping athletes get healthy, stay healthy, and compete at a higher level. Episodes likely cover physical therapy, injury prevention, recovery, and training strategies. It is produced by PRO Athlete Physical Therapy.

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How to Get Recruited in ANY Sport Sep 22, 2025 00:07:49 This is how to get recruited in ANY sport.00:00:00 - Introduction the most overlooked LEGAL PED 00:01:00 - Importance of this PED  00:02:00 - Professional Athletes talk about the PED  00:03:00 - How and why it works for any athlete who wants to be recruited  00:04:00 - How much athletes need of the PED  00:05:00 - Hacks and Tips  00:06:00 - Conclusion and Key Takeaways 

THE Most Overlooked (Natural) PED Sep 2, 2025 00:08:15 This episode dives into the growing problem of baseball arm injuries in baseball and highlights the often-overlooked role of sleep in both performance and recovery.Edwin breaks down alarming injury trends and introduces a holistic approach to keeping athletes healthy—starting with sleep, then layering in nutrition, workload management, and arm care. You’ll also hear practical, actionable tips for

How to Get Recruited: Development vs. Exposure Aug 25, 2025 00:09:35 Everyone in baseball talks about exposure.Travel tournaments, endless showcases, chasing scouts… families believe showing up is the ticket.But here’s the truth: exposure without development can hurt you.In this episode, Dr. Edwin Porras breaks down why most athletes aren’t Arch Manning — and why that’s actually good news.Arch didn’t need random tournaments to get noticed. Scouts went to him becaus

Pitchers: This ONE Mistake Causes Arm Pain (And How to Fix it) Aug 15, 2025 00:12:02 Are you (or your athlete) throwing too much — or not enough? Most baseball arm injuries aren’t about “too hard,” they’re about *too big of a jump* in workload. In this episode, Dr. Edwin Porras breaks down the pro pitcher’s secret: the Acute:Chronic Workload Ratio (ACWR). Learn how to find the “sweet spot” for weekly throws so you can avoid injury, build velocity, and stay in the game all season.👉

Traditional PT FAILS Pitchers - Here's Why Aug 8, 2025 00:08:32 In this episode, Dr. Edwin Porras shares the story of Jebediah, a young pitcher stuck in the insurance-based PT system. If you’ve ever felt like your rehab plan was rushed, impersonal, or just didn’t work — you’re not alone.👉 Learn why many athletes fail to recover fully and how Pro Athlete PT is changing the game with personalized, performance-driven care for baseball players🎧 Topics covered:Why

74% of Baseball Players Have Pain — Here's What Big Leaguers do to Stop it Jul 28, 2025 00:10:36 In this episode, Dr. Edwin Porras explains why pain is common but not normal and how — not just time off — is key to long-term health and performance.Learn how to spot red flags, find the right physical therapist, and build a recovery plan that actually works. Whether you're a parent, coach, or player, this is your off-season wake-up call.🧠 Key Takeaways:Pain after throwing is not normalRestin

Should You Play Fall Ball? A Smart Approach for Baseball Players Jul 21, 2025 00:06:37 If you’re wondering how to build a better baseball career, this conversation will help you make the smart call this fall.In this episode, Dr. Edwin Porras breaks down what every baseball player (and parent) should consider before committing to fall ball. From armcare and shoulder strength to mental readiness and recovery, Edwin explains why more innings aren't always the answer. He discusses t

Why Ice Won’t Save Your Arm | What the Pro Baseball Players Actually Do (And Eat Real Tacos) Jul 14, 2025 00:04:21 Dr. Edwin Porras, physical therapist and former pro baseball PT debunks the myth of a "silver bullet" solution for preventing arm injuries in baseball. Discover why a comprehensive approach, involving multiple strategies, is essential for maintaining arm health.SummaryThe importance of maintenance and arm care programs for baseball players. Insights from studies on injury prevention Prac

Perform. Recover. Optimize. | Fixing Burnout in Baseball (and Remember the Titans is a Bad Movie Jul 11, 2025 00:04:41 SummaryNote: for the training structure template screenshot image at 2:00 on YouTube: https://youtu.be/G3cBu46OPVIIn this conversation, Dr. Edwin Porras discusses the importance of planning training and recovery for baseball athletes. He emphasizes the need for a structured training plan that balances high, medium, and low energy demands to prevent burnout and injuries. The discussion includes pra

Interview with FAST Performance Jul 11, 2025 00:56:19 Today Edwin gets interviewed by coach Cole Thomas from FAST Performance in Denver, CO. They guys touch on staying healthy as a baseball player, common misconceptions within sports performance and much more!Follow us everywhere @proathletept

Armcare 101 for Baseball Players | Baseball Training | Youth Baseball Aug 15, 2024 00:11:56 Edwin is LIVE with a baseball team talking all things armcare from nutrition to workload management nothing is off limits. Learn -How to spot bad armcare -Mastering the basics of armcare -How to structure training like a pro

Pitcher Performance with Coach Cole Thomas | Baseball Training | Youth Pitching | Athletic Training Jul 7, 2024 00:33:34 Coach Cole Thomas joins Dr. Edwin Porras on the show to discuss literally all things pitcher performance and health. The guys talk proper routines, common pitfalls and how to get to the next level as a pitcher. #sportsmedicine #physicaltherapy #baseballtraining #sportsperformance #athletictrainer Follow Cole on Youtube, Spotify, Instagram, and Twitter: Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@fastperfor

Improving Velo and Command with Coach Tanner Bercier Jun 30, 2024 00:29:39 Edwin interviews coach Tanner Bercier (@tannerbercier) from Zero Limits Performance in Texas. The guys discuss how to train in-season, how to improve pitch movement and much much more. Find Tanner here: Zerolimitsperformance @tannerbercier ZLPathletes.com

Maintenance for Baseball and Softball Players Jun 21, 2024 00:27:49 Jeff (@instreetclothes on Twitter) joins Edwin to discuss all things performance and how baseball and softball players can stay healthy in season. They also chat about training and how to structure a good maintenance program.

Baseball and Softball Performance: Dr. Nathan Denning Interview Jun 4, 2024 00:31:46 Join Edwin as he talks with former Minnesota Twins physical therapist Dr. Nathan Denning. The guys dive into the biggest mistakes athletes make while training, how to stay health and much more. Nathan now sees athletes privately in the Indianapolis area. Check out Nathan’s clinic and website at https://www.integratedperformanceteam.com/

Common S&C Mistakes from a Closet w/ Gerry DeFilippo May 23, 2024 00:31:54 S&C coach Gerry DeFilippo is interviewed by Dr. Edwin Porras as they discuss the most common mistakes athletes make, what works (and what doesn't) to develop as an athlete and much more.

How to Prevent Baseball Arm Injuries: Chapter 1 May 9, 2024 00:10:50 Dr. Edwin Porras reads chapter 1 of his 3 part series on how baseball players can prevent arm injuries. Follow along with the FREE text version available here: https://www.proathletept.com/blog/preventing-arm-injuries-as-a-pitcher-part-3-0 Are you an athlete struggling with pain? Book a call with us at proathletept.com!

PRO Athlete Physical Therapy: The Podcast May 9, 2024 00:01:26 Welcome to the PRO Athlete PT: The Podcast! Dr. Edwin Porras gives a brief introduction about who he is, who he helps and what to expect from this show. Are you an athlete struggling with pain? Book a call with us at proathletept.com!

PRO Athlete Physical Therapy: The Podcast

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