The purpose of this show is to pull back the curtain on sports. We hear from industry leaders and experts who share their experiences and their stories. Dr. Adam Loiacono - a sports physical therapists with 15 years of NBA, MLS, and NWSL experience - uses these conversations to learn how to upgrade our own health and performance, while also finding the small wins that help us maintain high performance in everyday life.
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The purpose of this show is to pull back the curtain on sports. We hear from industry leaders and experts who share their experiences and their stories. Dr. Adam Loiacono - a sports physical therapists with 15 years of NBA, MLS, and NWSL experience - uses these conversations to learn how to upgrade our own health and performance, while also finding the small wins that help us maintain high performance in everyday life.
Movement and Mechanics: Simplifying Complex Concepts with Zac Cupples
Finding Small Wins
1 hour 3 minutes 58 seconds
1 year ago
Movement and Mechanics: Simplifying Complex Concepts with Zac Cupples
[00:00] Adam and Zac reconnect to talk about all things movement, physical therapy, and the future of PT.
[06:30] Zac's Journey into Movement and Physical TherapyZac shares how he became a PT, his experiences in the NBA, and what led him to focus on movement.
[12:55] Zac’s Approach to MovementKey principles behind Zac’s movement philosophy: gaining motion and building fitness qualities with minimal trade-offs.
[20:09] Structural Differences and MovementZac explains how structural differences influence movement and how he categorizes individuals into archetypes.
[25:27] The Role of Pressure and Fluid Dynamics in MovementZac dives into the concepts of pressure, fluid dynamics, and how they impact movement and performance.
[30:23] Solving the “Pooch Belly” ProblemZac uses the example of a pooch belly to explain the interplay between pressure, movement, and posture.
[39:09] When to Address Movement in High-Level AthletesZac discusses how and when it’s important to intervene with movement improvements for elite athletes.
[44:23] The Connection Between Hip Internal Rotation and InjuriesHow limitations in hip rotation can contribute to ACL injuries and low back pain.
[49:41] The Future of AI in Movement AssessmentAdam and Zac explore the possibilities of AI and technology in improving movement assessment and performance.
[59:08] Final Advice on Improving Posture and MovementZac offers his top advice for those looking to improve their posture and movement, emphasizing setting measurable goals.
Finding Small Wins
The purpose of this show is to pull back the curtain on sports. We hear from industry leaders and experts who share their experiences and their stories. Dr. Adam Loiacono - a sports physical therapists with 15 years of NBA, MLS, and NWSL experience - uses these conversations to learn how to upgrade our own health and performance, while also finding the small wins that help us maintain high performance in everyday life.