True Sports Physical Therapy Podcast

Welcome to the True Sports Physical Therapy Podcast. In this episode, we sit down with Zachery Cogen, Director of Rehabilitation for D.C. United, to unpack what it takes to thrive as a sports physical therapist at the highest level of professional soccer. Zachery shares his journey from wrestling in college and struggling to get into PT school, to eventually leading rehab operations for an MLS fra...

In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Rob Rowland, a dual clinician-educator who blends his experience in Army Special Operations, Division I athletics, and academia to deliver one of the most practical and insightful conversations on modern sports rehab. Dr. Rowland earned his Doctorate of Physical Therapy from the University of Delaware, the top-ranked orthopedic program in the world. After year...

In our latest episode, we sit down with Dr. Mae Hughes, a sports residency–trained physical therapist and pelvic floor specialist who’s changing how clinicians think about the connection between pelvic health and athletic performance. Dr. Hughes blends her background in sports rehab with advanced training in pelvic floor therapy to help athletes recover from chronic hip, hamstring, and low back pa...

Welcome to the True Sports Physical Therapy Podcast. In this episode, we sit down with Mike Boyle, one of the most influential strength and conditioning coaches in the world and founder of Mike Boyle Strength and Conditioning. Known for shaping the modern approach to athletic development, Mike joins Dr. Yoni Rosenblatt for a deep, practical, and candid conversation on what it takes to build strong...

In this episode, we sit down with Jaclyn Sklaver, a licensed sports nutritionist and founder of Athleats Nutrition, who has worked with hundreds of NBA, NFL, and Olympic athletes around the world. With a master’s degree in Human Nutrition and over a decade of experience guiding elite performers, Jaclyn joins Dr. Yoni Rosenblatt to unpack the critical role of nutrition in recovery, performance, and...

In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Katie Dabrowski, co-owner of Old Bull Athletics in Miami and creator of the popular continuing education course Training is Healthcare. Dr. Dabrowski is a leading voice in bridging the gap between rehab and performance, and she’s changing how clinicians and coaches use kettlebells to build strength, resilience, and confidence in their patients. Katie shares th...

We sit down with Thomas Serafin, the brilliant French physiotherapist and osteopath behind the “Lightback”, an innovative device designed to decompress the hip joint, improve mobility, and boost force production. Thomas shares the story behind Lightback’s creation, from his first manual hip decompression technique to the clinical research proving its effectiveness. Backed by measurable results, in...

In this episode of the True Sports Physical Therapy Podcast, Dr. Yoni Rosenblatt sits down with Dr. Derek Miles, founder of Miles Rehab and Performance and PT/coach for Barbell Medicine. This wide-ranging conversation dives into the evolving role of the physical therapist, how to bridge the gap between rehab and performance, and why simplifying your approach might just be the smartest move you can...

Our latest throwback episode, where we delved into the specialized world of rehabilitating overuse injuries in professional athletes with Dr. Kyle Krupa. In this throwback session titled "Dr. Kyle Krupa - Rehabilitating Overuse Injuries in Professional Athletes, Dr. Krupa shares his expertise and practical strategies for addressing the unique challenges faced by athletes dealing with overuse injur...

In Episode 141 of the True Sports Physical Therapy Podcast, Dr. Yoni Rosenblatt sits down with industry icon Dr. John Rusin to talk about his new book, Pain-Free Performance, and the philosophy that has redefined strength training and rehab across the globe. With over a decade of coaching, clinical experience, and more than 1,000 in-person certifications under his belt, Rusin breaks down how the p...

In this high-impact episode of the True Sports Physical Therapy Podcast, Dr. Yoni Rosenblatt sits down with Dr. Zach Long, better known as The Barbell Physio, to unpack everything from CrossFit rehab to building one of the most innovative PT models in the U.S. Zach is not only a founder of Onward Physical Therapy with over 40 clinics nationwide, but he’s also a top-tier educator with the Institute...

In this episode of the True Sports Physical Therapy Podcast, Dr. Yoni Rosenblatt sits down with renowned strength coach Tony Gentilcore to break down one of the most essential, and misunderstood lifts in the gym: the deadlift. From his early days of discovering the lift post-college to his evolution as a coach at Cressey Sports Performance and now founder of Core Collective, Tony offers a goldmine...

In this special rewind episode of the True Sports Physical Therapy Podcast, Dr. Yoni Rosenblatt sits down with one of the most unique and influential voices in the cash-based PT world, Dr. Meghan Sak-Ocbina, also known as Dr Megsi. As one of the most downloaded episodes to date, this conversation dives deep into the mindset, skill set, and systems required to build a modern, high-impact physical t...

In this advanced-level clinical roundtable, Dr. Yoni Rosenblatt sits down with Dr. Rachel Knobel and Dr. Austin Colish to share an inside look at the upcoming True Sports in-person Achilles Rehab Course. More than just a CEU opportunity, this course is designed to address one of the most underserved areas in sports rehab: how to systematically and confidently return athletes from Achilles injury b...

Welcome to a special throwback edition of the True Sports Physical Therapy Podcast, where we revisit one of our most popular and impactful conversations. This timeless episode features Dr. “Q” Willey as we dive into the complexities of predicting and rehabilitating hamstring strains - one of the most common injuries in sports. In this encore presentation, Dr. “Q” shares his expertise on risk facto...

Navigating the financial world as a new or experienced physical therapist can be overwhelming, especially when juggling student debt, modest starting salaries, and the desire to invest in your future. In this episode, Dr. Yoni Rosenblatt sits down with Elliot Pepper, a Certified Public Accountant and Certified Financial Planner, to dissect the money questions that PTs and other healthcare professi...

Unlocking speed performance starts here. In this in-depth episode of the True Sports Physical Therapy Podcast, Dr. Yoni Rosenblatt sits down with Colby Wartman, founder of Origin Performance and speed specialist, to unpack the science and strategy behind sprint mechanics. With a unique background that fuses physical therapy, strength training, and business acumen, Colby delivers a masterclass on h...

In this energizing and knowledge-packed episode of the True Sports Physical Therapy Podcast, we’re joined by Dr. Susie Spirlock, better known as Dr. Susie Squats, to dive deep into the world of hypermobility, Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS), and building a virtual practice that actually works. Dr. Susie shares her personal journey with hypermobile EDS and how that experience has shaped the way she co...

In this special roundtable episode of the True Sports Physical Therapy Podcast, Dr. Yoni Rosenblatt sits down with Dr. Tim Stone and Dr. Rayce Hauser to break down the thought process behind their upcoming in-person ACL course. Designed to elevate clinicians who want to truly master the art of ACL rehab. Together, these experienced clinic leaders unpack the why behind the course: what most ACL pro...

In this powerhouse episode of the True Sports Physical Therapy Podcast, we sit down with Coach Jon Heck: former UNC football star and NFL strength coach turned entrepreneur and host of the Hammer and Chisel Podcast. Coach Heck shares deep insights on hypertrophy training, rehab strategies, exercise selection, and sports nutrition that apply to athletes of all levels, physical therapists, and stren...

In this thought-provoking episode of the True Sports Physical Therapy Podcast, host Dr. Yoni Rosenblatt sits down with Frank Benedetto, a visionary entrepreneur, physical therapist, and founder of The Honey Badger Project: a mission-driven business incubator helping clinicians build purpose-led practices that challenge the broken healthcare system. Frank shares his powerful personal journey from b...

In this episode of the True Sports Physical Therapy Podcast, Dr. Christie Chiesa and Dr. Rachel Knobel dive deep into the groundbreaking clinical education program developed at True Sports PT. From mentorship-focused rotations to immersive experiences treating elite athletes, this episode reveals how True Sports is reshaping the future of physical therapy education. We cover so much in this episod...

In this episode of the True Sports Physical Therapy Podcast, host Dr. Yoni Rosenblatt welcomes a guest from outside the PT world and that’s exactly what makes this conversation so refreshing. Simon Godding is a business coach, entrepreneur, and author of Wealth and Wellness, who has helped countless physical therapists and clinic owners build profitable, fulfilling practices, despite never practic...

In this special solo episode of the True Sports Physical Therapy Podcast, Dr. Yoni Rosenblatt takes the mic and dives into an honest, unscripted “Ask Me Anything.” Drawing on decades of experience treating elite athletes, building a high-performing team of clinicians, and pioneering a cash-based PT model, Yoni offers real-world insights that apply to athletes, PTs, and everyday movers alike.   He...

Dr. Kendra Lennon wears many hats: clinic director at one of the busiest True Sports locations, athletic trainer for two national lacrosse teams, dual-certified DPT, and nonstop advocate for athlete-centered care. In this episode, she gives us a backstage pass to what it’s like blending these roles: from taping ankles at international tournaments to leading a six-PT clinic through fast-paced growt...