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In this episode, Garrison talks with Kaleb Wersland from Game Time Nutrition about the essential role nutrition plays in athletic performance. Kaleb shares his journey from being an underweight athlete to gaining 30 pounds through disciplined eating, which sparked his passion for nutrition. He also discusses overcoming autoimmune challenges and embracing a holistic approach to health.

At Game Time Nutrition, Kaleb focuses on creating personalized nutrition plans with an emphasis on mindset, accountability, and overall health. He introduces his MAP for success he does for athletes (Mindset, Accountability, and Personalization) and explains how seasonal periodization can help athletes optimize their goals during different phases of the year.

Key practical advice includes prioritizing post-game recovery, managing stress during travel, and ensuring youth athletes fuel properly to avoid long-term health issues. Kaleb highlights the importance of blood work, creatine for performance and brain health, and supplements like Vitamin D3, K2, and magnesium for overall wellness.

Kaleb reinforces that proper nutrition, combined with a personalized and holistic approach, is critical for maximizing performance, recovery, and long-term health.

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On this episode, Anthony shares his baseball journey, highlighting his work with DAC Throwing and recovery from a labrum tear that resulted in 10 anchors (absurd amount) that significantly impacted his throwing velocity. Short Clip HERE of him returning from the 10 anchor surgery at 95+ mph!

He details the challenges of surgery, rehabilitation, and the gaps in traditional recovery programs. Frustrated with generic approaches, Anthony collaborated with DAC Performance (EP 46 w/ Brady Volmering for reference) to develop a dynamic, personalized rehab plan tailored to athletes’ needs.

He discusses the pressures athletes face to perform through pain, the long-term impact of prioritizing results over health, and the importance of empathetic coaching. Anthony emphasizes building trust and open communication between coaches and players, addressing the mental challenges of recovery, and redefining identity beyond injuries.

The conversation explores innovation in recovery strategies, addressing misconceptions about surgery, and the need for individualized support. Anthony highlights the importance of measurable recovery metrics, personal growth, and resilience, encouraging athletes to move forward with a focus on health and identity beyond setbacks.

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In this episode of In the Zone, we dive deep with Steven Rosier, an athletic trainer at West Virginia University, as he shares his journey from playing baseball in Minnesota to becoming a dedicated professional in sports medicine. Steven discusses his role in providing athletes with optimal care, the multifaceted responsibilities of athletic trainers, and the critical collaboration needed among medical staff, coaches, and specialists to enhance athlete performance.

The conversation covers topics like the emotional and physical challenges athletes face during injury recovery, managing player health throughout the season, and balancing the pressures of competition with long-term well-being. Steven also emphasizes the importance of nutrition, sleep, and individualized recovery strategies for peak performance. With insightful anecdotes and a wealth of experience, Steven offers a comprehensive look into the world of athletic training and its pivotal role in sports.

Key Takeaways:

• Often the unsung heroes of sports, athletic trainers are likened to "Swiss army knives," with expertise in orthopedic evaluation, emergency trauma care, nutrition, and exercise physiology.
• Their primary responsibility involves supporting student-athletes from injury through recovery, while also offering emotional support during challenging times.

Comprehensive Athlete Care

• Daily treatment emphasizes education on body care, recovery techniques, and collaboration with strength coaches, nutritionists, and psychologists.
• Trainers act as vital links between disciplines, ensuring cohesive communication about player health and readiness.

Decision-Making Responsibilities

• Athletic trainers prioritize long-term health over short-term gains, often making tough calls about player participation.
• Open communication with coaching staff allows for tailored regimens that prevent further injuries.

Understanding Athlete Mindsets

• Athletes often push themselves to compete despite physical limitations, creating challenges for injury management.
• Trainers address psychological hurdles, including identity crises and stressors, while monitoring performance and recovery indicators during practice.

Insights on Recovery and Performance

• Proper recovery is highlighted as essential, with an emphasis on nutrition, sleep, and hydration.
• Over-reliance on recovery tools or medications can mask deeper issues, leading to chronic problems. Steven stresses the importance of addressing root causes of discomfort.

Addressing Common Challenges

• Incoming athletes often struggle with the transition to rigorous collegiate schedules, leading to body aches and decreased performance.
• Educating athletes about recovery strategies and lifestyle choices, such as avoiding tobacco or alcohol, plays a crucial role in optimizing performance.

Pain Management and Rehabilitation

• Trainers advocate for responsible medication use and a shift toward holistic approaches to injury prevent

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