Dr. Chris Garcia, DPT

The Sports Performance Podcast

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The Sports Performance Podcast is dedicated to all aspects of fitness, sports rehab, and enhancing athletic performance. Featured on the podcast are strength and conditioning coaches, sports physical therapists and industry professionals in the field of helping keeping people stay healthy and active. The Sports Performance Podcast delivers the latest information on preventing injury, relieving pain and enhancing performance. Hosted by Dr. Chris Garcia, PT, DPT, SCS, CSCS, USAW and the performance team at Sports Performance Physical Therapy in San Diego, CA.If you want to feel better, stay heal...

Author

Dr. Chris Garcia, DPT

Category

Health

Podcast website

www.SportsPerformancePT.com

Latest episode

Jun 24, 2026

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Episodes

EP046 How To Find Your Perfect Physical Therapist 31.01.2019

[Special guest: Kara Winger, 3x Olympian, Javelin American Record Holder] Kara shares her experience and expertise with several years of rehab and the struggles she encountered in finding her perfect medical team. Have you been to physical therapy and asked yourself, "does this physical therapist even understand me, my needs or my injury? Were you told to just stretch? Or even worse...have you bee...

EP045 How To Make Your New Year's Resolutions Last 24.01.2019

New Year's resolutions come and go. Make sure you stick with your resolutions using the simple tips in the podcast. Tune in to ensure you stay on track! The Sports Performance Podcast is dedicated to all aspects of fitness, sports rehab, and enhancing athletic performance. Featured on the podcast are strength and conditioning coaches, sports physical therapists and industry professionals in the fi...

EP044 How You Can Manage Running Injuries 17.01.2019

Most people say to stop running when you have pain. What if we told you to KEEP running when you have pain? Would you believe that? You need to listen to this great podcast to find out how to do it properly. The Sports Performance Podcast is dedicated to all aspects of fitness, sports rehab, and enhancing athletic performance. Featured on the podcast are strength and conditioning coaches, sports p...

EP043 Why You Develop Pain 10.01.2019

You'll be surprised to hear why most people develop pain...it's not as straightforward as you think. Listen to the podcast and be read to be wowed. Enjoy! The Sports Performance Podcast is dedicated to all aspects of fitness, sports rehab, and enhancing athletic performance. Featured on the podcast are strength and conditioning coaches, sports physical therapists and industry professionals in the...

EP042 5 Tips To Eliminate Patellar Tendonitis 03.01.2019

Learn five easy tips to reduce your knee pain. These tips can make a huge difference. Tune in and start feeling better! The Sports Performance Podcast is dedicated to all aspects of fitness, sports rehab, and enhancing athletic performance. Featured on the podcast are strength and conditioning coaches, sports physical therapists and industry professionals in the field of helping keeping people sta...

EP041 3 Reasons Why Deadlifts Are Good For Back Pain 27.12.2018

Are deadlifts really good for back pain? Don't deadlifts cause back pain? If you've ever had pain or fear of developing pain with bending forward, you NEED to listen to this episode. Enjoy! The Sports Performance Podcast is dedicated to all aspects of fitness, sports rehab, and enhancing athletic performance. Featured on the podcast are strength and conditioning coaches, sports physical therapists...

EP040 Does The Warm Up Even Matter? 20.12.2018

Whether the warm up is important has been a controversial topic. In this episode, we discuss how the warm up relates to blood flow, mindset and performance. This is a must-listen episode! You'll be surprised by the answers. Enjoy! The Sports Performance Podcast is dedicated to all aspects of fitness, sports rehab, and enhancing athletic performance. Featured on the podcast are strength and conditi...

EP039 3 Ways To Grow Your Glutes 13.12.2018

Glutes are key! In order to grow your glutes, there are a few key points to maximize size. Don't be fooled...it's not easy to grow the backside. Our tips can help put you on a better path. Tune in and enjoy! The Sports Performance Podcast is dedicated to all aspects of fitness, sports rehab, and enhancing athletic performance. Featured on the podcast are strength and conditioning coaches, sports p...

EP038 5 Things To Try Before Shoulder Surgery 06.12.2018

Consider these 5 important things before undergoing shoulder surgery. Shoulder pain can be debilitating and frustrating. Start feeling better and make sure you make an informed decision using simple tips. You'll love this episode! The Sports Performance Podcast is dedicated to all aspects of fitness, sports rehab, and enhancing athletic performance. Featured on the podcast are strength and conditi...

EP037 How To Master The Push Up 29.11.2018

Learn strategies on how to master your push up! This fantastic podcast reviews techniques and reasons why you might be struggling with your push up. If you want to develop stronger shoulders quickly, you need to tune in to this episode. The Sports Performance Podcast is dedicated to all aspects of fitness, sports rehab, and enhancing athletic performance. Featured on the podcast are strength and c...

EP036 5 Tips To Stay Fit During The Holidays 22.11.2018

Don't lose your fitness gains over the holidays. Use these 5 easy tips to stay on track while you still enjoy the holiday delights. Tune in to stay fit! The Sports Performance Podcast is dedicated to all aspects of fitness, sports rehab, and enhancing athletic performance. Featured on the podcast are strength and conditioning coaches, sports physical therapists and industry professionals in the fi...

EP035 5 Ways To Tackle Plantar Fasciitis 15.11.2018

Are you frustrated with pain and want to feel better faster? Plantar fasciitis is a painful condition with walking and exercising. Learn five easy tips to tackle the pain. Tune in and learn. The Sports Performance Podcast is dedicated to all aspects of fitness, sports rehab, and enhancing athletic performance. Featured on the podcast are strength and conditioning coaches, sports physical therapist...

EP034 5 Things To Know About Tennis Elbow 08.11.2018

You need to know 5 things about tennis elbow and we review them on this great episode. If you or anyone you know has battled with tennis elbow, this is a must-listen. Enjoy the podcast! The Sports Performance Podcast is dedicated to all aspects of fitness, sports rehab, and enhancing athletic performance. Featured on the podcast are strength and conditioning coaches, sports physical therapists and...

EP033 Why You Need To Do Single Leg Exercises 01.11.2018

You would never guess how important single leg exercises are for your health. You need to include them! Tune in to find out why. Enjoy this fantastic episode. The Sports Performance Podcast is dedicated to all aspects of fitness, sports rehab, and enhancing athletic performance. Featured on the podcast are strength and conditioning coaches, sports physical therapists and industry professionals in...

EP032 5 Easy Tips To Maintain Your Fitness Goals While Traveling 25.10.2018

Don't let traveling get in the way of exercising. Staying healthy while in airplanes or hotels can be tough, but don't worry...we have you covered with these five easy tips. Keep up those gains! WATCH THESE TWO VIDEOS OF BLOODFLOW RESTRICTION TRAINING: 1) https://youtu.be/D_LFhUckJM0 2) https://youtu.be/YeoOglpkJCE The Sports Performance Podcast is dedicated to all aspects of fitness, sports rehab...

EP031 A New Way To Get Stonger 18.10.2018

Learn about a revolutionary technique to improve strength using less weight, even when injured. This technique utilizes a small piece of equipment to create increased tension with less stress on the arms and legs to improve your workouts. Tune in to this great podcast to start getting stronger today. WATCH THE YOUTUBE VIDEO OF THIS PODCAST HERE: https://youtu.be/S09InykzoyY The Sports Performance...

EP030 Why Kids Need Physical Therapy 11.10.2018

Kids will have growing pains, whether they are in sports, theater, band or playing video games. Some pain complaints require more attention than others. Learn which types of injuries or pains should be seen by a physical therapist. This great podcast reviews the benefits of injury prevention, proper treatment of childhood related injuries and how physical therapists can work with coaches and train...

EP029 How To Improve Your Pull Ups 04.10.2018

Learn strategies on how to master your pull up! This fantastic podcast reviews techniques and reasons why you might be struggling with your pull up. If you want to develop stronger back and shoulder muscles quickly, you need to tune in to this episode. The Sports Performance Podcast is dedicated to all aspects of fitness, sports rehab, and enhancing athletic performance. Featured on the podcast ar...

EP028 Can Pull Ups Ruin Your Shoulders? 27.09.2018

Pull ups can be a great addition to a fitness program, but when done incorrectly, pull ups can also lead to shoulder pain. Can they ruin or strengthen your shoulders? How do you stay healthy with pull ups? Listen to this fantastic episode and find out the answers to the burning questions you have about pull ups. The Sports Performance Podcast is dedicated to all aspects of fitness, sports rehab, a...

EP027 Must-Haves For Kids In Sports 20.09.2018

Do you want to know what strategies or pieces of equipment are important to keep kids healthy while in sports? This must-listen episode reviews products and topics that are essential for parents, athletes and coaches to know. If you want to help keep kids healthy during the growing years, this is a fantastic episode for you to hear. The Sports Performance Podcast is dedicated to all aspects of fit...

EP026 How To Beat Achilles Tendonitis 13.09.2018

Achilles tendonitis is a common injury and can be addressed using a few easy exercises and changes in exercise. We discuss treatment and exercise options for those battling the painful condition. Tune in to this weeks episode to learn how to battle Achilles Tendonitis. The Sports Performance Podcast is dedicated to all aspects of fitness, sports rehab, and enhancing athletic performance. Featured...

EP025 Tips To Improve Running Efficiency 06.09.2018

There are three EASY things you can do to improve your running efficiency. We address all three of these strategies in this fantastic podcast. If you want to improve your time and save energy, you NEED to tune in to this episode. Our episode is for runners of all levels. The Sports Performance Podcast is dedicated to all aspects of fitness, sports rehab, and enhancing athletic performance. Feature...

EP024 What To Do After An Ankle Sprain 30.08.2018

Should you rest or walk after an ankle sprain? Is it better to ice or exercise after an ankle sprain? When should you go see a physical therapist? These are common questions and we answer these in details in this week's podcast. This is a great episode for people of all ages and abilities. The Sports Performance Podcast is dedicated to all aspects of fitness, sports rehab, and enhancing athletic p...

EP023 Should You Wear A Weight Belt While Lifting? 23.08.2018

Will a weight belt help your performance? Do you need to wear a weight belt if you have back pain? These questions are common with the use of weight belts, and we answer these questions and more in this great podcast. Enjoy the show! The Sports Performance Podcast is dedicated to all aspects of fitness, sports rehab, and enhancing athletic performance. Featured on the podcast are strength and cond...

EP022 How Can Physical Therapy Help You? 16.08.2018

Have you ever wondered--what is physical therapy or how can physical therapy help me! In this podcast, we review exactly how you can live your best life with the help of physical therapists. Tune in and enjoy the great podcast! The Sports Performance Podcast is dedicated to all aspects of fitness, sports rehab, and enhancing athletic performance. Featured on the podcast are strength and conditioni...

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