The Pickleball Recovery & Performance Podcast By Paddle Pro Balm

Send us Fan Mail Episode 20 is here and we are going full send.  This week: a live pickleball news desk covering everything happening in June 2026, MLP New York, the $225 million investment into Pickleball Inc., and the Pickle Money Ball circuit putting real prize money in front of amateur players.  Then we profile the most dominant athlete in pickleball history, Anna Leigh Waters, 19 years old, 1...

Send us Fan Mail He won a Super Bowl.  He threw for more yards than anyone in NFL history at the time of his retirement. He's a first-ballot Pro Football Hall of Famer. And now Drew Brees is all-in on pickleball, owning a Major League Pickleball team, developing 30 Picklr franchise locations, hosting his own annual pickleball festival, and even creating an entirely new sport. In Episode 19 we...

Send us Fan Mail Most sports recovery products are built on a neurological distraction — they mask pain at the nerve ending without ever addressing the inflammation underneath. In this episode we expose the problem, break down the science of transdermal delivery and the Endocannabinoid System, and explain why plant-based botanical recovery is the new standard for pickleball players at every level....

Send us Fan Mail Most pickleball injuries are not freak accidents, they're accumulated debt from playing cold, session after session. In Episode 17, we break down exactly why static stretching is the wrong tool before pickleball, what dynamic warm-up actually does to your joints and muscles, and the five-move routine you can do in five minutes at the court fence before every session. Topics:...

Send us Fan Mail You found the sport. You bought the paddle. Now what? This episode is the complete pickleball beginner's guide — the stuff nobody actually tells you before your first day on a public court. The unwritten rules. The social system. The four rules you genuinely need to know. And the body prep truth that most new players find out the hard way. Whether you're a brand new play...

Send us Fan Mail If you've ever woken up the day after pickleball completely destroyed — legs like cement, shoulders on fire, quads staging a full rebellion — you've probably heard someone say "it's just the lactic acid buildup." They're wrong. And in this episode, we fix that. In Episode 15 of the Pickleball Recovery and Performance Podcast by Paddle Pro Balm, we bre...

Send us Fan Mail How did America's fastest-growing sport begin? In Episode 14 of The Pickleball Recovery and Performance Podcast by Paddle Pro Recovery, we travel back to the summer of 1965 on Bainbridge Island, Washington, where a simple backyard game created by Joel Pritchard, Bill Bell, and Barney McCallum would eventually become the pickleball phenomenon we know today. Whether you're...

Send us Fan Mail 🎙️ Episode 13: Feeling Better vs. Getting Better | The Recovery Strategy Every Pickleball Player Needs Are you simply masking pickleball pain, or are you actually supporting your body's recovery? In Episode 13 of The Pickleball Recovery and Performance Podcast by Paddle Pro Balm, we break down one of the most important concepts in sports recovery: the difference between feeli...

Send us Fan Mail Today we dive deep into one of the biggest hidden performance advantages in pickleball: RECOVERY. Most players focus on paddles, spin, dinks, and power… but overlook the thing that determines how long they stay fast, mobile, explosive, and pain-free on the court. In this episode, we cover:  🏓 Why pickleball creates unique stress on the body  🏓 The real reason players slow down i...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome back to the Pickleball Recovery & Performance Podcast powered by Paddle Pro Recovery Balm. In this episode, we dive into one of the most overlooked performance topics in pickleball today: nervous system fatigue. If you’ve ever felt mentally exhausted after long pickleball sessions, noticed your hand speed slowing late in matches, struggled with recovery after tournamen...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Pickleball Recovery and Performance Podcast by Paddle Pro Balm, we dive into why more pickleball players are turning to fast, plant-based recovery solutions to stay active, mobile, and pain-free on and off the court. Learn how Paddle Pro Balm’s organic recovery formula works in as little as 5–10 minutes to help support relief from soreness, pain, stiffness,...

Send us Fan Mail In this ADHD-friendly episode, Cole Stegman covers: The kitchen rule mistakes most players still make The double bounce rule and why patience wins games Serving rules you need to know Line call controversies Smart rule strategies advanced players use Why understanding the rules creates confidence and better court awareness Whether you are brand new to pickleball or already competi...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Pickleball Recovery & Performance Podcast by Paddle Pro , I open up about something personal—ADHD—and how pickleball has completely changed the game for me mentally, physically, and emotionally. If you’ve ever felt like your brain is always “on,” jumping from thought to thought, craving stimulation, or struggling to stay present… this episode is for you....

Send us Fan Mail In this special live episode of the Pickleball Recovery & Performance Podcast by Paddle Pro Recovery Balm , we’re coming to you straight from the APP Sacramento Open—one of the most competitive and high-energy tournament environments in the sport. With support from USA Pickleball, this event brings together top talent, intense match play, and a real look at what separates good...

Send us Fan Mail Episode 6  – Paddle Pro Performance Podcast Want to win more pickleball matches without changing your gear or grinding endless hours on the court? This episode breaks down the winning strategies, shot selection, and high-level patterns that separate average players from dominant competitors. In Episode 6, we dive into: How to control the kitchen line and dictate every rally Why hi...

Send us Fan Mail Pickleball looks easy—but why does your body feel wrecked the next day? In this episode of the Pickleball Recovery & Performance Podcast by Paddle Pro Balm, we break down why pickleball muscle soreness is so common and what you can do to recover faster, prevent injuries, and improve performance on the court . From explosive stop-and-go movement to repetitive swings that lead t...

Send us Fan Mail Struggling with inconsistent dinks, pop-ups at the net, or lack of control in fast hands battles? In Episode 4 of the Pickleball Recovery & Performance Podcast , we break down one of the most overlooked yet powerful skills in the game: 👉 Grip pressure and soft hands in pickleball This episode is packed with actionable insights for players looking to improve:  pickleball contr...

Send us Fan Mail Pickleball is addictive — but if you're not recovering properly, soreness, fatigue, and injuries can slow down your game fast. In Episode 3 of the Pickleball Recovery & Performance Podcast by Paddle Pro Balm , we break down exactly how to recover faster after pickleball so you can play better, move better, and stay on the court longer. Whether you're playing recreati...

Send us Fan Mail 🎙️ Episode 2 – What is DUPR in Pickleball? Why Your Rating Matters If you play pickleball, you've probably heard people talking about DUPR — but what exactly is it, and why does it matter? In this episode of the Pickleball Recovery & Performance Podcast by Paddle Pro Balm , we break down everything you need to know about DUPR (Dynamic Universal Pickleball Rating) and why...

Send us Fan Mail Pickleball Recovery & Performance Podcast by Paddle Pro Balm — Episode 1 The Most Common Pickleball Injuries (And How to Prevent Them for Good) Pickleball is one of the fastest-growing sports in the world — but with rapid growth comes a rise in injuries. In this first episode of the Pickleball Recovery & Performance Podcast , we break down the most common pickleball injuri...