What The Cup !? A Podcast

Today’s episode features Dr. Keith Baar, a world expert in collagen and researcher at University of California Davis.  Professor Baar is a rare combination of strength coach and muscle biologist, receiving his PhD from the University of Illinois where he discovered the molecular signal that causes load-induced muscle hypertrophy.  Keith is currently the head of the Functional Molecular Biology Lab...

Welcome back to another episode of What The Cup!? In this episode, we’re joined by Leah Levitan, licensed massage therapist, certified lymphatic drainage specialist, and founder of Lymph Love Club. With a rich background in myofascial science, scar tissue mobility, trauma-informed somatic therapy, and the Vodder Method of Manual Lymphatic Drainage, Leah has built a unique and empowering approach t...

Welcome back to another episode of What The Cup!? Today we are joined by Dr. David Newton, a chiropractor and the founder of Clinical Concepts, a platform that’s transforming healthcare education and mentorship. With his deep background in chiropractic care, Dr. Newton discusses how his unique perspective in the medical field led him to create a resource dedicated to evidence-based learning for ch...

Welcome back to another episode of What The Cup?! Today we are joined by two awesome minds, Dr. Diego Hidalgo, also known as SkepticalPhysio, and Dr. Leada Malek.  They are leading the progressive professional movements from a research based foundation in their respective niches, and can be found at @skepticalphysio and @drmalekpt. In the episode, the team dives into why you should question EVERYT...

Welcome back to another episode of What The Cup!? In this episode we are joined by best-selling author, teacher, and fitness pioneer Jill Miller.  Jill has studied movement for more than 30 years and has been instrumental in foraging the links between fitness, yoga, and pain management.   Within the episode, Chris and Jill dive in to some of the "buzz words" floating around the movement...

Welcome back! We are excited to debate new evidence based discussions this year for our great audience.  This episode dives into the current literature on running mechanics and the nuances of treating the running athlete.  We cover some of the many in depth tools and applications that are covered in our new online course "Clinical Running Health; Applied Biomechanics."  The new 6.5 hour...

In episode 30, Chris sits down with two inspirational clinicians who have taken the road less traveled.  Pioneering, innovating, and mentoring are three big descriptors for these humans which you are going to hear some details on in this amazing conversation.  If the word burnout has at all entered your mind regarding your path, then this episode is going to fill your brain with some new exciting...

This month, Chris sits down with Mike Stella, an athletic trainer who is trying to change the way we think about acute injuries and the optimal healing process. We've always advised people to ice after a strain or sprain, but do we ever think about why? What's the mechanism? Does it really change long term outcomes?  Does it actually improve the local swelling? Maybe we should think abou...

Welcome back! We're here this week with Alexis Leveille. He's a physical therapist and content creator, known for his handle @nobullshitphysio. His page debunks a lot of the literature floating in the rehabilitation world, helping people understand what's science and what's just...not.  Lets hear the debate with DaPrato and Alexis. Find Alexis @nobullshitphysio on all platforms...

Today we are interviewing Joe LaVacca! He is a physical therapist and educator, and is also a strong advocate for the safe and effective use of CBD as it applies to the fitness and rehab world. He talks to Dr. DaPrato about how he got started in this space, the science of CBD, and his role at Fringe, a CBD company.  Find Joe at: @strengthinmotionpt and @joinfringe

Welcome back, it's been awhile!  Today, we bring you Dr. Jennifer Crane, PT, ATC who is a dual credentialed allied health professional who works specifically with individuals in the circus and performing art realm!  You might also know her from her fantastic Instagram profile @cirquephysio where she posts about treatment strategies, myths, and other fantastic information.  Her conversation wi...

Today we're excited to be joined by The Barbell Physio (@thebarbellphysio) for a great discussion about weighted loading, specificity, and where weight lifting plays in to the rehabilitations process.  A hot topic in rehab, Dr. Zach Long provides some great insight into the use of weights with rehab patients!  Enjoy Episode 25 of What The Cup!? A Podcast!

Today we have such a special guest and we're so pleased she could share her authentic and unique perspective on movement and self efficacy - the one and only Dr. Jen Fraboni, PT, DPT aka @DocJenFit.  Physical Therapist, health guru, and social media sensation Doc Jen has some amazing insight into the social media health and fitness world, and how her role as a physical therapist provides uniq...

Today we're joined by a good friend, Paul Kohlmeier, who runs Cupping Canada.  We've had years of conversations and friendly competitions with Paul and his team, but today DaPrato sits down and has the first real conversation about techniques, cup styles, and use theories.  Find out about our plans for putting on the first International Cup Therapy Symposium in the next 2-3 years in orde...

We're back! You know you missed us, we know we missed you!  For our first episode back we've got a big one - Dr. Clare Frank, PT, DPT, FAAOMPT.  She's the founder of Movement Links, and spent years studying movement systems under some of the great names in the rehabilitation science world in Dr. Shirley Sahrmann and Dr. Vladimir Janda.  She's also an instructor in the Dynamic N...

Today's episode features our world renowned San Francisco neighbor, and all-star physiotherapist, Dr. Kelly Starrett!  Co-Founder of The Ready State (previously Mobility WOD), CrossFit guru, author of multiple bestselling books including Becoming A Supple Leopard and Waterman 2.0 , co-founder of the non-profit StandUpKids, and all-around mobility master.  He and DaPrato dive deep into the wor...

Today's episode bridges the gap between Western medicine and Eastern medicine, with two of our favorite acupuncturists out there, Christy Kennedy and Jennifer Ross.  Christy currently practices in Denver, CO and Jennifer practices in Oakland, CA.  Listen in as they discuss with DaPrato the complex intermingling of Eastern Medicine and Western Medicine in regards to science, research, movement...

We're changing it up this week, and bringing you an all new mini-series within the "What the Cup!? A Podcast" world.  We're calling it "Reversing the Pressure" and we're directing the questions back at DaPrato so incite interesting, and sometimes intense, discussions about all things Cup Therapy, MFD, manual therapy, exercise, and more!  Plus - you get twice the...

Let's talk lymphatics!!  In Episode 18, we're going to dive deep into the long-ignored complexities of the lymphatic system, and the crossroads of this system with the fascial system.  We're honored to have the world renowned lymphatic guru, Dr. Perry Nickelston, DC, NKT, FMS, SFMA for today's podcast!  You can find out more about Dr. Nickelston at his website (stopchasingpain....

Your first 2021 episode is here!!  We're back to discuss the hot topic of academia and research!  Carrying over from out last conversation with Dr. Letchford, we have our special guest Dr. Rich Souza from UCSF today to discuss the hills and valleys of academia and research through his own lens, and how to stay productive without losing your mind.  You can find more information on Dr. Souza at...

Episode 16 of "What The Cup!?" brings you a powerhouse professional, Dr. Liz Letchford!  Dr. Letchford recently successfully defended her PhD dissertation on 1st and 2nd attempt landing mechanics in relation to ACL rehab and prevention.  She also works as an Athletic Trainer independently and for the Golden State Warriors Dance team.  Listen in as she, DaPrato, and our very own powerhous...

Olympic gymnastics fans, where you at!?  Everyone loves gymnastics, and the same can be said for one of our favorite Olympic gymnasts, Ms. Toni-Ann Williams!  she's a former Cal Berkeley women's gymnastics star, and the FIRST Jamaican Olympic gymnast ever!  She's also battled through some incredible injuries, and has an amazing outlook on rehab, recovery, and life in general.  Liste...

Hello WNBA fans!! We've got a special treat for you today on the podcast, with our special guest Courtney Watson, Head Athletic Trainer for the Los Angeles Sparks!  Serving as team ATC for 12 YEARS, she has incredible knowledge of the ins/outs of the sports medicine world, and finding "your lane."  She also works closely with renowned boxing Champion Floyd Mayweather on his sports m...

Special Trick or Treat Edition of What The Cup!?: A Podcast!  Small business owner, and sports physical therapy extraordinaire Dr. Chris Garcia, PT, DPT, SCS, CSCS, USAW joins us today to discuss treating athletes, finding your passion with your work family, and just generally dropping some important knowledge bombs!  You can find out more about Chris and his team at sportsperformancept.com online...

Coming just in time for the World Series, the second episode of Season 2 brings you Assistant Athletic Trainer for the Oakland Athletics (A's), Brian Schulman!  Listen in as DaPrato and Brian talk all things baseball, the 2020 MLB season, continuing education, and building relationships by being real.  Sit back and enjoy!