The ACL Athlete Podcast

In this episode, we cover a huge driver of your ACL rehab what to do when you've hit a setback the immense value in a single video a recent example from a fellow ACL athlete insight for a special surprise next week  _________ Want a clear plan for your ACL rehab? 1 on 1 Remote ACL Coaching is for ACLers who are tired of guessing. Objective testing so you know you are actually ready, a custom...

In this episode, we cover the most important questions to ask your PT bonus questions and advice to help in making your decision how to know when to pivot or change some reflection for rehab professionals _________ Want a clear plan for your ACL rehab? 1 on 1 Remote ACL Coaching is for ACLers who are tired of guessing. Objective testing so you know you are actually ready, a custom + structured pro...

In this episode, we cover  the best approach to choosing your PT for ACL rehab top questions to ask your PT things for you to consider in your decision some honest truths _________ Want a clear plan for your ACL rehab? 1 on 1 Remote ACL Coaching is for ACLers who are tired of guessing. Objective testing so you know you are actually ready, a custom + structured program built around your goals, and...

In this episode, we cover  the importance of small wins examples from other ACL athletes strategies you can use to help you through your own ACL rehab journey _________ Want a clear plan for your ACL rehab? 1 on 1 Remote ACL Coaching is for ACLers who are tired of guessing. Objective testing so you know you are actually ready, a custom + structured program built around your goals, and an expert AC...

In this episode, we cover  what is that clicking, popping, snapping (aka crepitus) in your knee how common it is how to know if it's a problem what you can do about it  _________ Want a clear plan for your ACL rehab? 1 on 1 Remote ACL Coaching is for ACLers who are tired of guessing. Objective testing so you know you are actually ready, a custom + structured program built around your goals, a...

In this episode, we cover  a special ACL mindset lesson from a high-level Navy Seal _________ Want a clear plan for your ACL rehab? 1 on 1 Remote ACL Coaching is for ACLers who are tired of guessing. Objective testing so you know you are actually ready, a custom + structured program built around your goals, and an expert ACL coach in your corner from anywhere in the world. You will always know whe...

In this episode, we cover  part 2 of the ACL injury journey (if you haven't listened to part 1, listen to that first) the rehab process explained what should drive your rehab program the 3 phases of an ACL rehab program return to sport decision making ongoing injury risk reduction _________ Want a clear plan for your ACL rehab? 1 on 1 Remote ACL Coaching is for ACLers who are tired of guessin...

In this episode, we cover  part 1 of the ACL injury journey steps on what to do as soon as you have an ACL injury gathering your team creating a shared treatment decision my own ACL experiences in this exact process Next week, in part 2, we look at the rehab process explained more in-depth. _________ Want a clear plan for your ACL rehab? 1 on 1 Remote ACL Coaching is for ACLers who are tired of gu...

In this episode, we cover  the most important principle in ACL rehab different stories highlighting this  important principle how this can apply in your specific ACL recovery and life today why ice cubes are important _________ Want a clear plan for your ACL rehab? 1 on 1 Remote ACL Coaching is for ACLers who are tired of guessing. Objective testing so you know you are actually ready, a custom + s...

In this episode, we cover  how to build your ACL team who should be on your ACL team how to communicate with these team members a bonus piece of advice I learned _________ Want a clear plan for your ACL rehab? 1 on 1 Remote ACL Coaching is for ACLers who are tired of guessing. Objective testing so you know you are actually ready, a custom + structured program built around your goals, and an expert...

In this episode, we cover  a simple lesson I learned during my 2nd ACL reconstruction and recovery _________ Want a clear plan for your ACL rehab? 1 on 1 Remote ACL Coaching is for ACLers who are tired of guessing. Objective testing so you know you are actually ready, a custom + structured program built around your goals, and an expert ACL coach in your corner from anywhere in the world. You will...

In this episode, we cover  managing the expectations vs. reality in ACL rehab how time and protocols can heavily influence this how this can directly impact your mindset examples of current athletes navigating this the key components to set you up for success _________ Want a clear plan for your ACL rehab? 1 on 1 Remote ACL Coaching is for ACLers who are tired of guessing. Objective testing so you...

In this episode, we answer the question on whether you should have ACL surgery immediately or maybe give it some time. _________ Want a clear plan for your ACL rehab? 1 on 1 Remote ACL Coaching is for ACLers who are tired of guessing. Objective testing so you know you are actually ready, a custom + structured program built around your goals, and an expert ACL coach in your corner from anywhere in...

In this episode, we cover  why you're feeling burned out  a simple tactic to reduce burn out _________ Want a clear plan for your ACL rehab? 1 on 1 Remote ACL Coaching is for ACLers who are tired of guessing. Objective testing so you know you are actually ready, a custom + structured program built around your goals, and an expert ACL coach in your corner from anywhere in the world. You will a...

In this episode, we cover: why comparison is holding you back the importance of mindset an honest self assessment _________ Want a clear plan for your ACL rehab? 1 on 1 Remote ACL Coaching is for ACLers who are tired of guessing. Objective testing so you know you are actually ready, a custom + structured program built around your goals, and an expert ACL coach in your corner from anywhere in the w...

In this episode, we dive into a live Q&A that I was invited to be a part of. Hosted by Matt Bobman of ACL Study Day and moderated by Jordan Angeli of The ACL Club. This was too good not to share. It's a live Q&A talking with 6 athletes and physical therapists who are actively going through ACL rehab or who have in the past. We go in depth, from the lens of the patient and physical the...

Ibrahim "Ibi" Ugradar, a goal keeper for semi-professional team Baitez Squad in England,  tore his ACL before the COVID pandemic hit. Now, he's 5 months post-op ACL reconstruction and is looking to make a strong comeback next season. In this episode, I sat down with Ibrahim ("Ibi") and we discussed: His ACL story What went through his mind during the moments right after hi...

In this episode, we cover: Which muscle is most important in ACL rehab Why it's most important What the research suggests How it translates practically _________ Want a clear plan for your ACL rehab? 1 on 1 Remote ACL Coaching is for ACLers who are tired of guessing. Objective testing so you know you are actually ready, a custom + structured program built around your goals, and an expert ACL...

In this episode, we cover: A message I got from an athlete getting charged $900 My short Ted Talk on insurance and healthcare Why you should be selfish Evaluating all of your options for ACL rehab _________ Want a clear plan for your ACL rehab? 1 on 1 Remote ACL Coaching is for ACLers who are tired of guessing. Objective testing so you know you are actually ready, a custom + structured program bui...

In this episode, we cover: Why pain is a lot like weight loss The non-linear process of pain 5 go-to ways to train around pain An ACL athlete case example _________ Want a clear plan for your ACL rehab? 1 on 1 Remote ACL Coaching is for ACLers who are tired of guessing. Objective testing so you know you are actually ready, a custom + structured program built around your goals, and an expert ACL co...

In this episode, we cover: The complexity of pain in ACL rehab Factors that influence pain Guiding principles I use with my athletes Feedback loops to help navigate the process Questions to ask yourself _________ Want a clear plan for your ACL rehab? 1 on 1 Remote ACL Coaching is for ACLers who are tired of guessing. Objective testing so you know you are actually ready, a custom + structured progr...

In this episode, we cover: Why your knee might be swelling What  is swelling/joint effusion What you might feel What to do about it The impact swelling can have on the ACL recovery process _________ Want a clear plan for your ACL rehab? 1 on 1 Remote ACL Coaching is for ACLers who are tired of guessing. Objective testing so you know you are actually ready, a custom + structured program built aroun...

In this episode, we cover: Why it's important to regain knee extension after ACL injury or surgery What are the potential reasons why it might be limited _________ Want a clear plan for your ACL rehab? 1 on 1 Remote ACL Coaching is for ACLers who are tired of guessing. Objective testing so you know you are actually ready, a custom + structured program built around your goals, and an expert AC...

In this episode, we cover: What is a quiet knee Why it's important in ACL rehab _________ Want a clear plan for your ACL rehab? 1 on 1 Remote ACL Coaching is for ACLers who are tired of guessing. Objective testing so you know you are actually ready, a custom + structured program built around your goals, and an expert ACL coach in your corner from anywhere in the world. You will always know wh...

In this episode, we cover: My top 9 reasons prehab/physical therapy is a must before ACL surgery. _________ Want a clear plan for your ACL rehab? 1 on 1 Remote ACL Coaching is for ACLers who are tired of guessing. Objective testing so you know you are actually ready, a custom + structured program built around your goals, and an expert ACL coach in your corner from anywhere in the world. You will a...