Cara Bacher, OTR/L, CIDN & Phil Weigel

PHYT For Tomorrow

Health EN ↓ 40 episodes

Exploring the best ways to stay out of pain and move well as an active and busy adult with the team at PHYT For Function. A look at movement, exercise, pain treatments, sleep, and nutrition as it relates to healthy aging and performance. 

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Cara Bacher, OTR/L, CIDN & Phil Weigel

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Health

Latest episode

Apr 23, 2026

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Episodes

Dr. Joe Wisniewski: What's better? Midfoot vs. Rearfoot Running 23.04.2026

Dr. Joe Wisniewski joins the podcast to unpack a highly debated topic in running: midfoot vs. rearfoot striking. We break down the science, common myths, injury risk, performance implications, and barefoot training. Whether you're chasing faster times or trying to stay injury-free, this episode delivers practical insights you can apply to your own training. Find Dr. Joe at PHYT For Function T...

Mobility and Strength for Baseball Hitting with Anthony Mendoza. 06.04.2023

Dr. Austen Hutton DPT and Anthony Mendoza discuss baseball specific strength and mobility needs for baseball hitting. Join them on this discussion on mobility drills, bat swing speed, weight transfers and more.   Watch the full episode on YouTube.  https://youtu.be/nMyH2Quu5WM Learn more about Anthony Mendoza on instagram.  https://www.instagram.com/ambaseball/?hl=en Private Coaching on his Websit...

Cleveland Rowing With Nate Shoemaker 06.02.2023

Nate Shoemaker is the the Case Western Reserve Rowing coach and board member for the Cleveland Rowing Foundation. This episode is full of tidbits on rowing, training, and what you can do to get more involved.     Nate is also promoting The Hammer. An indoor rowing erg race in Cleveland on Sunday February, 26th. Learn more here.  https://casewesternrowing.weebly.com/hammer.html     For more resourc...

Introducing a Neuro-Anatomical Model of Physical Therapy 06.02.2023

Discussing the nervous system components of pain and how it effects physical therapy treatment with Dr. David Griswold PT, DPT, Ph. D.  Dr. Damian Keter PT, DPT. and Dr. Nick Sanders PT, DPT.   Watch the full video on YouTube.  https://youtu.be/bxkxogH_ehU Learn more about David on linked In and Instagram @dr.davidgriswold_dpt.phd Learn more about Damian.  Twitter: @DamianKeter   JOSPT Blog on Man...

Dr. Nick Sanders DPT talks about disc herniations and low back pain and early strategies to heal. 15.07.2022

Discussing disc related low back pain. How it happens, what happens, and strategies to promote early healing.   Watch on YouTube https://youtu.be/FB0UuqViCzw     For more resources, training tips, and expert care, visit our website at www.phytforfunction.com Ready to work with us? Book online at www.phyt.janeapp.com We proudly serve active adults at our offices in Cleveland, Fairview Park, Twinsbu...

Mental Health Awareness and Practical Applications 28.06.2022

In depth discussion with Cara Barton, Alex Rigda, Aaron Clark and Nick Sanders. Watch the full video on YouTube.  https://youtu.be/s9TuQQq0618     Learn more about PHYT For Function https://www.phytforfunction.com   Learn More about Cara at PHYT For Function or Biscuit Nutrition.  https://www.biscuitnutrition.com   Learn More about Aaron Clark at CTown Fitness.   https://trainctown.com Follow Alex...

Mental Toughness and Mindfulness with Amanda Johanson of Headstrong Consulting. 21.06.2022

Watch video on YouTube.  https://youtu.be/q0tr6oKlnWk Find Amanda at Headstrong Consulting. https://www.headstrongconsulting.com Social media @headstrongteam @johansonamanda Learn more about PHYT For Function https://www.phytforfunction.com Social Media @phytforfunction @Nick SandersPT PHYT For Function Blog https://www.phytforfunction.com/blog PHYT For Function Products.  https://www.phytforfunct...

Yoga, Wellness, and online vs. in person exercise. 03.06.2022

Watch on YouTube.  https://youtu.be/DZKK0RhL56g Emily and I go way back. She is an incredible and thoughtful person. Please enjoy this episodes where we discuss her journey from CrossFit to Yoga and her progress with wellness and virtual vs. in-person training. Learn more about PHYT For Function https://www.phytforfunction.com   Find Emily. on social @eatplaybewell or @emkloss Her Website.  https:...

Visceral Manipulation, Physical Therapy for Chronic Pain, Dry Needling, With Dr. Jason Racca DPT of R3Physio 27.05.2022

Watch Video.  https://youtu.be/hy-S362NW7A Jason shares his wealth of knowledge about visceral manipulation, manual therapy, and physical therapy practice in general.  One of those great talking shop episodes that dives deep into treating pain and the neurologic approach to hands on therapy.  Learn more about Jason   Jason Racca, PT, DPT, CFMT, OCS Licensed Physical Therapist Doctorate of Physical...

Learning and Education with Dr. Corinne Gist. Ph.D of Fit Learning Cleveland 28.04.2022

Dr. Corinne Gist and Dr. Nick Sanders discuss the science of learning, strategies and techniques for both you and your child. Watch the Video on YouTube  https://youtu.be/niAvyDEr3O8 Corinne and Nick will host a webinar presentation on The Connection Between Physical Activity and Executive Function. Live Stream will be Tuesday May 10 at 7pm.  Register here to get access to the zoom live stream and...

Learning hormones and health with Naturopathic Doctor Dr. Talia Marcheggiani, ND 22.02.2022

Nick Sanders and Dr. Talia Marcheggiani discuss natrupathic medicine, gut health, and other related factors to help you feel and move better. Watch on YouTube.  https://youtu.be/URBmfNBpnx8       Follow Talia on instagram @drtaliand   Her Website. https://taliand.com   Learn more about PHYT For Function https://www.phytforfunction.com PHYT For Function Blog https://www.phytforfunction.com/blog Pod...

Group Fitness and a Cookie Dough Company? How to find that balance with Katie Pollock Simms. 17.02.2022

Watch Video on YouTube. https://youtu.be/_urb4X6Z3Qs Nick Sanders and Katie Pollock Simms talk about group fitness and her company Dough Street Cookie Dough and how she finds balance between the two.  Learn more about Katie  IG:  @katiepollock22 FB: Katie Pollock Simms Twitter: @katiepollockDS   Website: www.doughstreetusa.com IG & Twitter:  @doughstreet FB:   Dough Street Cookie Dough TikTok:...

Rewire Your Gut With Erin Kenney 15.02.2022

Watch on YouTube.  https://youtu.be/PU9qFTvpC-I   Erin Kenney, MS, RD, HCP, is a Registered Dietitian, Holistic Cannabis Practitioner, Certified Personal Trainer and CEO of Nutrition Rewired, a Boston-based company providing nutrition counseling and meal planning to help individuals achieve optimal physical and mental health and wellbeing. She specializes in gastrointestinal issues, sports nutriti...

Learning about Pilates with Callie Whyad of Callie's Pilates. 10.02.2022

Watch on  YouTube:  https://youtu.be/3zkM_94tXSE Callie Whyad owner of Callie's Pilates and Nick Sanders of PHYT For Function discuss how Callie got interested in Pilates, the basics of Pilates, what a class looks like, and the multitude of benefits of pilates for the person with or without pain.       Follow Callie on instagram @calliespilates  Her Website: https://calliespilates.com   Downl...

Episode 27. Work Life Balance Part 2. Aaron Clark, Cara Bacher, Nick Sanders. 08.02.2022

Watch on YouTube. https://youtu.be/iNrMgX1DU9g   With the new year, new goals, and busy life making time for you can be difficult. Gym owner / Entrepreneur Aaron Clark shares his tips for success with Cara Bacher and Nick Sanders on Episode 27. of the PHYT For Tomorrow Podcast.    Follow Aaron on Instagram @coach_aaronclark Website. https://trainctown.com  Learn more about PHYT For Function https:...

Episode 26. Finding Joy in the Cycling Community with Alex Rigda, Cara Bacher, and Nick Sanders 03.02.2022

Watch Video on YouTube. https://youtu.be/GBB30IyUbD4   In this episode of the PHYT For Tomorrow Podcast, Nick Sanders is joined with Cara Bacher and Alex Rigda to talk more about the the Cleveland Cycling Community.  Alex shares how he found his place in the cycling community, and his roll in helping others find their sense of belonging in cycling or other group fitness endeavor.  Hope you Enjoy.....

Combining Endurance and CrossFit Exercise Programming with Phil Weigel and Cara Bacher 12.01.2022

Nick Sanders sits down with Phil Weigel and Cara Bacher to talk about Exercise programming as it relates to CrossFit and Endurance.  Watch the video on YouTube. https://youtu.be/njz1xAm_fnw               Learn more about PHYT For Function https://www.phytforfunction.com PHYT For Function Blog . https://www.phytforfunction.com/blog Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/phyt-for-tomorrow/id1...

Episode 24. With Naveed Shan. Dry Needling in the Emergency Department and the power lifter. 29.12.2021

In this week's episode Nick Sanders talks with Naveed Shan. Naveed is a physical therapist at Shan Physical Therapy in Chandler Arizona. In addition to owning his own Cash Based Physical Therapy practice he works for Banner Hospitals where he provides dry needling and physical therapy services. In this week episode we start out discussing his use of physical therapy, manual therapy, and dry n...

Manual Therapy and Pain Management With Chris Davis and Nick Sanders. 14.12.2021

Watch on YouTube.  https://youtu.be/_vrdL-8ICOk In this must listen episode of the PHYT For Tomorrow Podcast Chris Davis and Nick Sanders Discuss many aspects of manual therapy, dry needling, and pain management. Chris shares some amazing details from his personal journey that we can all learn from!   Follow Chris on Instagram or Facebook @ChrisDavis_thespecialist Link Tree https://linktr.ee/chris...

Life Work Integration with Nick Sanders, Cara Bacher, and Aaron Clark 30.11.2021

https://youtu.be/yuuVup_DQ4I Taking the time to balance you health and needs in a busy lifestyle can be a challenge. Aaron Clark of Ctown Fitness West shares some of his best advice with Nick and Cara. Work with Aaron or train at Ctown Fitness west. https://trainctown.com   Social media @aaron_clark @carajbacher @nicksanderspt @phytforfunction. Dealing with a specific problem? Free Phone consults...

Biscuit Nutrition. Inflammation and Oxidation. 24.11.2021

Today's podcast Nick Sanders is joined by Cara Barton and Braeden Yacobucci of Biscuit Nutrition.   Visit on YouTube https://youtu.be/1ZV6qXhlDkY   Biscuit Nutrition. https://www.biscuitnutrition.com Dealing with a specific problem? Free Phone consults and in person scheduling at https://phyt.janeapp.com Learn more about PHYT For Function https://www.phytforfunction.com PHYT For Function Blog...

#20. The Trainer and Therapist Relationship. with Dr. Nick Sanders, Dr. Jeremy Onion, and Dan Medves 18.11.2021

Dr. Nick Sanders, Physical Therapist,  is joined by Dr. Jeremy Onion, Physical Therapist and Dan Medves, Personal Trainer,  on episode 20 of the PHYT for Tomorrow Podcast.  Dan is a personal trainer at ATP in Beachwood and with InMotion.  We at PHYT For Function have had an office connected with ATP and InMotion for the last 4 years and today we talk about the benefits of that relationship for peo...

Dry Needling For CrossFit Athlete 23.09.2021

Dry Needling for the CrossFit Athlete can be used to help with a specific injury or for general recovery purposes.  dry needling for the crossfit athlete  Tue, 9/21 9:34AM • 9:58 SUMMARY KEYWORDS dry needling, needling, technique, self myofascial release, lesion, shoulder, standpoint, create, nervous system, troubleshoot, system, problem, stimulus, sleep, recovery, body, injury, tap, naggy, tissue...

What is Shoulder Impingement? What Causes Shoulder Impingement. 21.09.2021

Dr. Nick Sanders PT discusses the factors related to shoulder impingement.  Specifically covers the anatomy of the shoulder, spine and nerve considerations, postural related causes, and local structure factors in shoulder impingement.   He also discuss what you should look for in finding a provider to help you with getting out of pain related to shoulder impingement. https://www.phytforfunction.co...

What are Muscle Knots? And Why are They There? 11.09.2021

From the Car Series Episode #1. In this Episode Dr. Nick Sanders Physical Therapist talks about what causes muscle knots and are, why they exist in the body.   He discusses:  Genetic Causes Nerve Protection Injury Protection Sympathetic Nervous System Stress.  Schedule a Free phone consult with Dr. Sanders. https://phyt-for-function-llc.square.site Visit Full website. https://www.phytforfunction.c...

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