The Achieving Peak Performance Podcast

Summary In this conversation, Dr. Keith discusses the importance of understanding various aspects of health, including sleep, exercise, and nutrition, particularly for busy parents. He emphasizes the need for practical health tips that can be realistically integrated into their lives to improve overall well-being. Takeaways Understanding sleep is crucial for overall health. Exercise and nutrition...

Summary: In this episode of Achieving Peak Performance, Dr. Keith interviews Dr. Bruce Coren, the CEO of Technological Medical Advancements, about the revolutionary Class Four therapeutic lasers and their applications in athletic recovery and performance enhancement. Dr. Coren explains how these lasers work, the integration of AI technology for personalized treatment, and the barriers to their ado...

Jeff Tungate Bio: Jeff Tungate became Head Coach of Oakland University’s Women’s Basketball team in July 2013 and retired in December 2024 due to health reasons. He now serves as Director of Development at Rochester Christian University. Before leading the women’s program, Tungate spent six seasons as Associate Head Coach for Oakland’s Men’s Basketball team, earning the inaugural Oakland Athletics...

Summary In this episode of the Achieving Peak Performance podcast, Dr. Keith Brennan and Rob Stein interview Mark Jamieson, an expert in athletic performance and injury recovery. They discuss the importance of strength training, injury prevention strategies, and the impact of youth sports specialization on injury rates. Mark shares insights on how to effectively return athletes to play after injur...

Nolan Bio: 23 year old founder of RECO. Making premium recovery tools affordable & accessible. Contact Nolan: LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/nolan-weiss/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/get.reco/ Email - nolan@getreco.shop Website - https://getreco.shop/ Summary: In this episode of the Achieving Peak Performance Podcast, Dr. Keith and Rob Stein interview Nolan Weiss, a young entr...

Elina Gorelkin Bio: Dr. Elina Gorelkin, PT, DPT, CCVT, is a certified vestibular therapist specializing in the restoration of balance, the reduction of dizziness, and the improvement of functional movement. She integrates evidence-based practices with a patient-centered approach to empower individuals to achieve their health goals. Dr. Gorelkin earned her Bachelor of Science in Movement Science fr...

Dr. Ed Uszynski Bio: Dr. Ed Uszynski is an author, speaker, and sports minister with over three decades’ experience discipling college and professional athletes. He’s written articles, essays, and training manuals on the intersection of faith and sport, and recently co-wrote Away Game: A Christian Parent’s Guide to Navigating Youth Sports (David C. Cook, July 2025). He specializes in facilitating...

Seth King Bio: Seth is a Sports Physical Therapist and owner of Limitless Physical Therapy & Performance in Rochester Hills, Michigan. An avid CrossFit enthusiast and occasional Pickleball competitor, Seth loves coaching local active adults and athletes to harness movement as medicine to get out of pain and back in the game. Seth King Contact: Instagram - @limitless_pt_performance Email - seth...

Jake Wilks Bio: As a former collegiate athlete, I have maintained a strong passion for athletic performance and recovery. My initial career was with Iron Tribe Fitness, a high-end training facility that expanded to over 50 locations nationwide, where I served as Senior Director and helped lead our corporate gyms. I subsequently transitioned into medical sales and shortly thereafter, I was approach...

Summary: In this episode of the Achieving Peak Performance podcast, hosts Dr. Keith Brennan and Rob Stein engage with basketball coach Chris Oliver, who shares insights on coaching philosophy, skill transfer from practice to games, and the importance of creating a positive learning environment for young athletes. The conversation emphasizes the need for decision-making in practice, the value of pl...

Landon Sullivan Bio: My name is Landon Sullivan, and I am a basketball player who was born and raised in Nashville, TN. I eventually moved down to Florida to a prep school called IMG Academy for my final two years of high school. This inevitably led me to receive interest from 50 colleges to play basketball at the collegiate level. I am currently a freshman playing at a high-academic school called...

Summary: In this episode of the Achieving Peak Performance podcast, Dr. Keith Brennan discusses the significance of NIL (Name, Image, Likeness) for student athletes, emphasizing the importance of personal branding, mindset shifts, and financial education. He explores how athletes can balance NIL opportunities with their training and academic responsibilities, the role of money in personal developm...

Ron Dickson Bio: Ron Dickson is a U.S. Army Veteran with over two decades of experience in insurance sales and currently serves as a Commercial Insurance Broker licensed in all 50 states. He has coached baseball, softball, basketball, and football for more than 20 years and is an active NCAA Fastpitch Umpire, working his way up to the Division II level. In 2023, just three days after coming off cr...

Dave Wilson Bio: Dave and Ann Wilson are co-founders at Kensington Church, a national, multi-campus church that hosts more than 14,000 attendees every weekend. For the past thirty-five years, they have been featured speakers at Family Life’s Weekend to Remember®, and have also hosted their own marriage conferences across the country. Authors of the best selling Vertical Marriage, No Perfect Parent...

Summary: In this conversation, Dr. Keith and Coach Troy discuss the evolving landscape of youth sports coaching, focusing on the challenges posed by increased parental involvement, the importance of resilience in young athletes, and the critical life skills that sports can teach. They emphasize the need for effective communication, goal setting, and the role of coaches in fostering growth and deve...

Tim Morton Bio: Tim Morton is the Multi-Area Director for the Fellowship of Christian Athletes of Southeast Michigan. FCA is the world's largest sports ministry. The mission of FCA is to lead every coach and athlete into a growing relationship with Jesus Christ and His church. He has been full time with the ministry since 2018. Before this, he was a teacher/coach at Avondale High School for 22...

Dr. Nicole Cain Bio: Nicole Cain, ND, MA, is a pioneer in integrative approaches for mental and emotional wellness. With a degree in clinical psychology, training in EMDR, and a license as a Naturopathic Physician in the state of Arizona, her approach to mental health is multidisciplinary: medical, psychological, and holistic. A sought after speaker and writer, Dr. Nicole Cain has shared her exper...

Guest Robert Courtney Summary: In this episode of the Peak Performance Podcast, hosts Dr. Keith Brennan and Rob Stein engage with Robert Courtney, a social media strategist and passionate sports parent. The conversation explores the intersection of youth sports, parenting, and personal development, highlighting Robert's journey with his son Robbie in sports, the impact of parenting styles, and...

Liz Marentette Bio Liz is a mindset mentor, fitness coach, and mom of two who’s passionate about helping women shift the way they think, move, and show up for themselves. With a background in counseling and a no-fluff, empowering approach, she helps clients build strength inside and out—through fitness, self-awareness, and habit change. Whether it’s in the gym or in everyday life, Liz is all about...

Summary: In this episode of the Achieving Peak Performance podcast, hosts Dr. Keith Brennan and Rob Stein engage with Coach Justin Newcomb to discuss the importance of instilling core values in youth sports. The conversation revolves around the evolution of coaching philosophies, focusing on the 'Core Four' values: joy, integrity, relentless, and devotion. Coach Newcomb emphasizes the sign...

Summary: In this episode of the Achieving Peak Performance podcast, hosts Rob Stein and Dr. Keith Brennan discuss the challenges and transformations that come with parenting as children grow. They explore the importance of recognizing the different seasons of a child's life, preparing for the emotional challenges of an empty nest, and the significance of delayed gratification in parenting. The...

Summary In this episode of the Achieving Peak Performance podcast, hosts Rob Stein and Dr. Keith Brennan explore the concept of Blue Zones, regions where people live significantly longer and healthier lives. They discuss the key factors contributing to longevity, including nutrition, active lifestyles, and the importance of community and connection. The conversation emphasizes the cultural differe...

Amanda Bio: Amanda is an accomplished Doctor of Physical Therapy with over 12 years of experience in the field of physical therapy. Graduating with a Doctorate of Physical Therapy in December 2024, Amanda has since become a valued expert in the domain, renowned for their extensive knowledge and application of advanced therapeutic techniques. Before achieving their doctorate, Amanda spent over a de...

Summary: In this episode of the Achieving Peak Performance podcast, hosts Dr. Keith Brennan and Rob Stein discuss the Chirothin weight loss program, focusing on the importance of mindset in achieving weight loss goals. They explore the challenges of weight loss, the role of genetics and environment, the benefits of fasting, and the significance of community and accountability in maintaining a heal...

Laurie Moro Bio: Laurie Moro is a Licensed and Board Certified Athletic Trainer with over 25 years of experience helping women over 40 transform their bodies and lives through fitness. She specializes in working with women struggling with belly fat, back pain, and the unique challenges of midlife and menopause. As a certified personal trainer for 25 years, Laurie understands how overwhelming gyms...