The Sports Performance Podcast

The Sports Performance 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 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 healthy and continue to be active without injury, visit www.SportsPerformancePT.com. CLAIM YOUR FREE REPORTS HERE https://www.sportsperformancept.com/free-reports/ STAY HEALTHY WITH OUR ONLINE PROGRAMS https://www.sportsperformancept.com/online-programs/ LINKS: www.Instagram.com/SportsPerformancePT www.Facebook.com/SportsPerformancePT www.YouTube.com/SportsPerformancePT ***DISCLAIMER: This content is for educational & informational use only and & does not constitute medical advice. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice or medical recommendations, diagnosis or treatment. Please consult with a qualified medical professional for proper evaluation & treatment, or beginning any exercises or activity in this content. Sports Performance Physical Therapy, Inc. and The Sports Performance Podcast are not responsible for any harm caused by the use of this content.***

Episodes

EP143: "Overcoming Back Pain: 5 Critical Habits To Lasting Relief"

June 18, 2025 • 18 mins
In this episode of the Sports Performance Podcast, Dr. Chris Garcia dives into the crucial details of recovery, progress tracking, and patient expectations during advanced rehab phases. Whether you're dealing with a stem cell procedure, navigating a return to activity after injury, or looking to avoid common setbacks in your recovery journey, this episode provides the insights you need. Dr. Garcia breaks down what clients often ove...
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EP142: "Reasons You Need HBOT Inside Your Wellness Routine"

June 18, 2025 • 16 mins
In this episode of the Sports Performance Podcast, Dr. Chris Garcia unpacks the science and strategy behind Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) and its role in recovery, performance, and overall health. Whether you’re healing from a recent injury, managing inflammation, or simply looking to accelerate your body’s natural repair process, this episode provides the insights you need. Dr. Garcia explains how HBOT supports cellular healing...
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EP141: "How To Improve Your Long Term Health & Wellness"

June 18, 2025 • 16 mins
In this episode of the Sports Performance Podcast, Dr. Chris Garcia explores the often-overlooked strategies behind long-term health and wellness. From setting realistic goals to understanding the key principles of sustainable progress, Dr. Garcia shares actionable advice for anyone looking to take control of their health journey. Whether you’re recovering from an injury, managing chronic pain, or simply trying to stay active and c...
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EP140: 5 Ways To Reduce The Risk Of An ACL Tear or Re-Tear

June 1, 2024 • 22 mins
Have you or anyone you know suffered from an ACL injury and want to know how to avoid future injury? ACL injuries can take a year or more to recover from and often carry a heavy emotional and financial burden. Fortunately, there are a few steps you can make today to lower your risk. In this podcast, Dr. Chris shares five simple ways to reduce the risk of an ACL tear so you can rest assured that you’re safety and long-term healt...
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EP139: “6 Ways Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy Can Improve Your Health”

March 2, 2024 • 24 mins
Are you looking for a natural, non-invasive way to improve your health as you age? Whether you’re struggling with mental fatigue, an injury, or a medical condition that hasn’t improved, hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) might be able to help! HBOT is an effective treatment to help improve your energy, decrease inflammation, improve tissue regeneration and detoxify your body from the inside out. In this podcast, Dr. Chris share th...
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EP138: “3 Ways Poor Flexibility Can Ruin Your Health”

February 3, 2024 • 28 mins
Did you know poor flexibility can decrease your life expectancy? That’s right…but there’s more. Research has shown there are three ways poor flexibility can negatively impact your overall health. In this podcast, Dr. Chris outlines the three reasons and how to avoid them so you can enjoy your best life! If you’re looking to live longer, avoid surgeries, or stay active into your 60’s and beyond, you need to tune into this episode. ...
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EP137: “The 12-Month Guide To Maximize Your Health”

November 4, 2023 • 26 mins
Are you frustrated with continued aches and pains? Do you want to conquer the discomfort for good? Do you wish you knew exactly what to do to avoid future injury and be more active? If you’re looking for an easy-to-follow outline to maximize your health and reduce the risk of re-injury, you need to tune into this episode. In this podcast, Dr. Chris outlines a 12-month program with three simple things to use in your daily routine...
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EP136: "3 Ways PT Will Heal Your Chronic Shoulder Pain"

September 2, 2023 • 27 mins
Are you struggling with constant shoulder ache and frustrated that it won’t go away? If you’re looking for a long-term solution and want to know how physical therapy will help alleviate it, you need to tune into this episode. In this podcast, Dr. Chris share three simple and effective ways to conquer that shoulder pain for good! Enjoy! The Sports Performance Podcast is dedicated to all aspects of fitness, sports rehab, and enh...
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EP135: "How To Improve Your Sleep Based On Your Sleeping Position"

August 5, 2023 • 20 mins
Do you struggle to get a good nights rest due to aches and pains? Does your neck, shoulder, or back feel stiff or achy first thing in the morning and you’re looking for a longterm solution? If so, tune into this episode where Dr. Chris explains easy ways to improve your sleep based on your sleeping position. Enjoy! The Sports Performance Podcast is dedicated to all aspects of fitness, sports rehab, and enhancing athletic perfor...
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EP134: “4 Ways Youth Athletes Can Avoid Injuries & How Parents Can Help”

June 3, 2023 • 31 mins
Did you know injuries in youth athletes can be prevented? Whether you or someone you know has a youth athlete in one sports or several sports, there are FOUR important things to avoid in order to stay healthy all year long. If you’re a parent and want to be proactive in keeping your child healthy in youth sports, you need to tune into this episode. Dr. Chris shares what to avoid and how parents can help. Enjoy! The Sports Perfor...
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EP133: “4 Tips To Enjoy Your Pregnancy & Post-Natal Months With More Energy & Fewer Aches”

May 14, 2023 • 28 mins
If you or anyone you know is in that precious period of time around pregnancy and postpartum, tune in for tips to improve energy and enjoy this special time! 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 peopl...
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EP132: “3 Simple Ways To Ease Low Back Pain”

April 8, 2023 • 23 mins
“What is the best way to alleviate back pain?” This is a question we receive often. There are many ways to get rid of back pain, but in this episode, Dr. Chris shares the TOP 3 ways to help you feel better and get active again. Whether you’ve had back pain for years or this is the first time you’re experience discomfort, you need to tune into this episode. Enjoy! The Sports Performance Podcast is dedicated to all aspects of fitne...
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EP131: "3 Ways To Stay Injury Free While You Continue Doing What You Love"

March 25, 2023 • 23 mins
Whether you recently overcame pain or you’re now injury free, there are three easy ways to stay active and reduce the risk of getting injured again. If you’ve been injured once, there’s a high likelihood it might happen again. In this episode, Dr. Chris shares his best recommendations to stay injury free all year long. Whether you’re looking for help your friends, family, or yourself, you need to tune into this episode. Enjoy! Th...
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EP130: "3 Simple Ways To Deal With Low Back Pain If You Work A Desk Job"

March 9, 2023 • 20 mins
Have you experienced low back pain with sitting for long periods of time? Do you have back discomfort when you are sitting at work? The solution is not stretching more or perfecting your posture. Today, Dr. Chris shares three EASY tips help you reduce back stiffness and alleviate your back pain for good. If you sit at work and you’re frustrated with back pain, you need to tune into this episode. Enjoy! The Sports Performance Po...
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EP129: "How Consistent PT & MT Can Help You Live Your Best Life"

February 18, 2023 • 31 mins
Are you looking for ways to improve your physical health and overall well-being? Look no further than physical therapy and massage therapy at Sports Performance! Consistent use of these two powerful tools can help reduce pain, improve mobility, and promote relaxation. In our latest podcast, we'll be discussing the advantages of combining physical therapy and massage therapy and how they can help you live your best life. Enjoy! The...
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EP128: "How to Set Yourself Up for Success In the New Year: A Message from Dr. Chris"

December 3, 2022 • 30 mins
Have you been thinking of about making a change to your fitness or health? Are you stuck and need direction? Often, people are unsuccessful at achieving fitness and health goals because they don’t know what to do next or they don’t have someone to point them in the right direction. Today, Dr. Chris shares four critical steps to conquer your aches and pains and improve your health in the new year. Whether you’re looking to run you...
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EP127: "4 Simple Ways to Make Your Workout More Efficient"

November 5, 2022 • 18 mins
Do you struggle to find the time to workout? Or are you looking for more efficient ways to get the same workout done in less time? If so, you need to tune into our latest podcast where Dr. Chris shares 4 simple ways to get fit, faster. If you’re looking to get more out of your workouts in your busy lifestyle, this episode is perfect for you. Enjoy! The Sports Performance Podcast is dedicated to all aspects of fitness, sports reha...
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EP126: “3 Simple Shoulder Pain Solutions For The Barbell Athlete"

October 28, 2022 • 25 mins
Shoulder pain can be excruciating and limit you from exercising. If you’ve ever experienced shoulder pain and you want to know how to get rid of the pain, when to seek help, or how to prevent future worsening of the pain, you need to tune into our latest podcast. Dr. Chris explains the do’s and don’t’s of shoulder pain for barbell athletes. Enjoy! The Sports Performance Podcast is dedicated to all aspects of fitness, sports rehab,...
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EP125: The Story Of Sports Performance

September 17, 2022 • 38 mins
On the verge of our 8th year anniversary, watch/listen to the humans that started it ALL. Dr. Chris and Dr. Steph share with your the story of the happiest place on earth, where we want you to be healthy and active for life: Sports Performance Physical Therapy. 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 con...
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EP 124: Better Sleep, Better Health - How to Maximize Your Sleep and Recover Easier

August 6, 2022 • 21 mins
Are you having a difficult time recovering after a tough workout? Is your day so stressful it's nearly impossible for you to sleep at night? Watch/listen our podcast and read our blog on how to maximize your sleep and recover easier. 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 ph...
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