Braun Performance and Rehab

In this episode, Dan is joined by Giuseppe Rosaci to discuss principles around Isometric training and periodization for isometrics. Giuseppe Rosaci is a researcher at the University of Bologna whose work focuses on isometric training , with particular emphasis on the differences between isometric muscle actions and the acute and chronic adaptations of muscle architecture and the muscle–tendon unit...

In this episode, Dan is joined by Karl "Gus" Gustavon to discuss his work with community first project and lessons from his time in special operations. Karl “Gus” Gustavson, SOCS (Retired) Senior Chief Special Warfare Operator (SEAL) Karl “Gus” Gustavson retired from the US military in 2024 after 22 years of active-duty service in the Special Operations community, including five years at...

In this episode, Dan is joined by Garrett Salpeter to discuss neural impacts in rehab utilizing direct current stim via the Neubie. Garrett is an engineer and neuroscientist, former college hockey player, and the creator of the NEUBIE® (Neuro-Bio-Electric Stimulator) . He opened his first clinic in 2009, where his interest in neurology-driven rehabilitation led him to develop technology that prior...

In this episode, Dan is joined by Anna Kaplan to discuss her journey in lacrosse and overcoming ACL injury. Anna Kaplan is a senior midfielder for the Loyola University Maryland women’s lacrosse team in the Patriot League. A constant presence in the midfield, she posted four goals and four assists across 18 games in her junior season and scored against top-ranked opponents including Boston College...

In this episode, Dan is joined by Andrew Marsh to discuss speed training with an emphasis on practical and applied lessons for those in the performance & rehab space. Andrew Marsh is a sports performance coach and Director at Cooper Sports Performance in Florida, specializing in speed mechanics and speed development for athletes across a wide range of sports. A University of South Carolina gra...

In this episode, Dan is joined by Shawna Ferraro to discuss the "savage" mindset she lives, what it means to be a "savage" in athletics and classes, and more. Originally from New Canaan, Connecticut, Shawna is currently a Junior at Middlebury College. Shawna plays as a forward on the field hockey team, and has a dual major in sociology and English. Shawna is passionate about wr...

In this episode, Dan is joined by Ashley Kowalewski (AK), Jaeda Cohen, Ryan Murphy, Daniel Day & Kyle Sammons to discuss coffee and the coffee culture in sports performance & sports medicine. Ashley Kowalewski Ashley Kowalewski is a strength & conditioning coach with extensive experience in elite softball performance. She has supported Michigan Softball, led S&C efforts at Arizona,...

In this episode, Dan is joined by Kayla Downey to discuss her lacrosse career and how she is coaching and mentoring the next generation of lacrosse athletes following her playing career. Kayla Downey is a former Division I lacrosse athlete, educator, and coach based on Long Island. She began her collegiate career at Stony Brook before transferring south, competing at Coastal Carolina and later usi...

In this episode, Dan is joined by Cristian "Cris" Mundy CFP to discuss financial planning insights for athletes and those whom work with them. Cristian Mundy, CFP®, is a bilingual Senior Wealth Manager at LifeLine Financial & Wealth Management Group, based in Beverly Hills, with over 17 years of experience in financial planning and wealth management. Originally from Chile, Cristian is a proud...

In this episode, Dan is joined by Delaney Pratt, former ski racer and college lacrosse athlete to discuss her transition to life after competitive sport and how she lives a life of adventure and excitement. Delaney Pratt is a former Division I lacrosse athlete turned ski instructor, personal trainer, and full-time traveler based in Colorado. After competing at the collegiate level, Delaney chose a...

In the first episode of the 2026 season, Dan is joined by Nick Greyno, Connor Schoepp, John Bloom & Tex McQuilkin to discuss the transition of S&C from D1 sport to private sector. Connor Schoepp spent the past decade working across professional and collegiate sport before transitioning into the private sector and founding Rebuild Performance & Rehab in Pittsburgh, PA. His work centers on return-to...

In the final episode of the 2025 season, Dan is joined by Dr. Terris Hightower, Dr. Justin Lewis and Dr. Mike Lehr to dive into foot and ankle mechanics. Terris Dior Hightower: Terris Dior Hightower, DPT , is a physical therapist and specialist in foot and ankle pathomechanics, with a focus on applied biomechanics, injury mechanisms, and performance optimization. He has worked across professional...

In this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Jill Lane to discuss supplement and nutrition strategies for athletes who are recovering from injury. *To download Jill's app referenced in this podcast episode, please check out https://www.fuelingchampions.co/ Jill Lane has spent over 20 years as sought after sports nutrition advisor, industry leading coach and elite leve...

In this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Lauren Storey to discuss her journey in the sport of field hockey and her current comeback from an ACL & meniscus injury. Lauren Storey is a Field Hockey forward currently playing for Wake Forest University. Originally from Auckland, New Zealand, Lauren's journey has been shaped by high-level competition, resili...

In this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Jim Beebe to discuss his journey from finance to coaching athletes and what it takes to help develop athletes holistically while succeeding in business. Jim Beebe is the Founder and Head Coach of Athlete Builder , where he guides athletes and coaches to elevate performance, resilience, and competitive consistency. He al...

In this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by A.J. DeLaGarza to discuss his career and journey in soccer, from youth to college, professional and beyond. A 14-year Major League Soccer veteran and three-time MLS Cup champion, AJ is known for his versatility, leadership, and consistency on the field, AJ played for top clubs including LA Galaxy, Houston Dynamo, Inter...

In this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Ryan Patrick to discuss problem solving skills for athletes and athlete development considerations. Ryan Patrick is the owner and head performance coach at Peak Fitness & Sports Training in Northern Kentucky, where he has spent over 15 years developing youth and high school athletes. His work focuses on building ada...

In this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Scott Greenberg & Justin Lewis to dive into sesamoid injuries in athletes, including rehab, return to play, and surgical decision making considerations. Scott Greenberg, DPT Scott Greenberg is a Doctor of Physical Therapy with over 25 years of experience specializing in lower-extremity biomechanics, foot and ankle r...

In this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Price Loposer to discuss her journey and lessons learned from playing college soccer at four different D1 programs, recovering from Functional Popliteal Artery Entrapment Syndrome (FPAES) and subsequent surgical procedures, and her ultimate comeback to college sport. Price Loposer is a Division I defender whose journey...

In this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Rayce Houser & Joey Scambia to discuss considerations for athletic lower back pain. Joey is a board-certified sports clinical specialist and currently works for Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital, treating student-athletes at IMG Academy in Bradenton, Florida. He obtained his Doctorate of Physical Therapy from th...

In this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Ashley Kowalewski, Lilly Simon, & Devin Young to discuss strength & conditioning considerations for softball players. Ashley Kowalewski is a strength & conditioning coach with extensive experience in elite softball performance. She began her career supporting Michigan Softball, later leading S&C efforts...

In this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Kristyn Sandberg to discuss her journey in sport, including softball, ice hockey, and more. Kristen Sandberg is a former University of Georgia All-American and professional softball catcher whose career includes being named the 2012 NPF Rookie of the Year, earning a spot on the National Pro Fastpitch All-Decade Team, mu...

In this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Michael MacPherson to discuss BFR training (Blood flow restriction) adaptations, including endurance gains and other physiological considerations. Dr. Michael MacPherson’s diverse background in college athletics, education, coaching, and surgical consulting has given him a unique perspective on human performance, rehabi...

In this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Meghan Sak-Ocbina to discuss performance in the postpartum athlete. Meghan is a physical therapist, strength coach, and the powerhouse behind some of the most practical, empowering education in the pregnancy and postpartum space. Working predominantly online, she coaches athletes, active women, and new moms all over the...

In this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Sharla Peterson to discuss her journey as a bodybuilder athlete. Sharla Peterson is an IFBB Pro wheelchair bodybuilder whose journey embodies resilience, reinvention, and elite performance. A lifelong athlete from Omaha, Nebraska, Sharla began in competitive aerobics before earning her degree in Occupational Therapy fro...