Brawn Body Health and Fitness Podcast
Join Dan Braun, a graduate physical therapy student, certified personal trainer, biohacker, entrepreneur, leader, and speaker for the Brawn Body Podcast! Subscribe for a new episode every week discussing health, wellness, physical training, biohacks, special guests, & so much more! Find us on social media: @brawnbody For all inquiries: brawnbodytraining@gmail.com
Episodes
August 13, 2025 • 49 mins
In this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Dakotah Trader to discuss her journey in field hockey, originating from Pocomoke City in Maryland, a small town on the eastern shore, to her current level of play as a D1 athlete in Towson. The two dive into obstacles Dakotah has overcome along her journey, lessons she has learned, and gratitude for those who have helped get her there.Dakotah Trader is a...
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August 11, 2025 • 57 mins
In this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Danny Lum to discuss Isometric Training for Sports Performance. The two discuss types of isometrics, exercise prescription parameters, iso-plyo supersets, and more.Danny Lum has been working with Singapore’s national athletes for more than a decade, supporting competitors across a wide range of sports, including athletics, badminton, bowling, cycling, di...
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August 6, 2025 • 47 mins
In this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Kiki Alexander to discuss her journey surrounding ski racing and how she has overcome injuries during this time.Kiki Alexander is a 23-year-old alpine skier from Cochrane, Alberta, and a proud member of the Canadian Women’s Ski Team. She joined the national team in 2022, but unfortunately that season came to a quick stop when she injured her knee. After ...
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August 4, 2025 • 51 mins
In this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Bria Savage to discuss the shoulder labrum in depth, from mechanism of injury to rehab considerations.Dr. Bria Savage is a seasoned physical therapist with six years of experience, including serving as a clinic director for a sports and orthopedic physical therapy clinic. She is certified in bloodflow restriction, dry needling, and as an emergency medica...
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In this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Mackenzie Hammond, Lena Staropoli & Brianna Pudlo to discuss their experiences as college soccer athletes now turned soccer coaches. Mackenzie is a Doctor of Physical Therapy at ATI Physical Therapy in Pennsylvania, bringing her passion for movement and performance into every aspect of her work. A four-year standout and team captain for the Holy Fami...
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July 28, 2025 • 54 mins
In this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Osama Imam to discuss Dry Needling theories and treatment philosophies in detail.Dr. Osama Imam, a.k.a Dr. O, was born and raised in Metro Detroit. He graduated with a Bachelor of Health Sciences degree from Oakland University and earned his Doctorate of Physical Therapy from Wayne State University. Dr. Imam is certified in dry needling, spinal manipulat...
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July 23, 2025 • 55 mins
In this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Alyssa Hermann to discuss her company Beyond the Athlete and life transition for athletes following sport. Alyssa Hermann is the CEO of Beyond the Athlete, a former athlete, Registered Nurse, and board-certified coach. Her mission is to help retiring and former athletes create fulfilling, sustainable post-athletic lives. Everything she shares comes from ...
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July 21, 2025 • 45 mins
In this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Dylon Grzenda to discuss his background in S&C and how he applies principles such as loading into his work with athletes.Dylon Grzenda is a Licensed and Certified Athletic Trainer and Sports Performance Coach, currently working with UMass Boston’s lacrosse, volleyball, and men’s basketball teams. With a background in ACL rehab, injury recovery, and p...
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July 16, 2025 • 57 mins
In this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Bri Trudeau to discuss her journey in college and international ski racing, the injuries she overcame as a ski racer including compartment syndrome of her lower extremity, and her current work in clinical psychology.Bri grew up ski racing in Colorado and later moved to the East Coast to attend Burke Mountain Academy for high school. At 16, she was nomina...
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July 14, 2025 • 55 mins
In this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Tex McQuilkin to discuss strategies for sports performance professionals to deliver high quality sessions with minimal to no equipment. A visionary in sports leadership and performance development, Tex McQuilkin brings over 15 years of transformative experience as the Founder and Leadership Strategist of Captains & Coaches. His unique methodology bri...
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July 9, 2025 • 47 mins
In this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Samantha Swanovich to discuss her journey as a college athlete and her recovery from ACL injury.Samantha Swanovich “Swanee” is a rising attacker for Rutgers University women’s lacrosse, known for her resilience, leadership, and sharp offensive instincts. A native of Minnesota who later moved to Tampa, Florida, Samantha first picked up a lacrosse stick th...
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July 7, 2025 • 49 mins
In this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Alexa Degan to discuss her recovery from 2 ACL injuries. Steph Allen is the founder of ACLResolve. After going through an unsuccessful ACL rehab herself, and realizing over the next decade that she was one of MANY that had had that experience, she created ACLResolve. Here, Steph and her team ensure that ACLers get the support and expert guidance they des...
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July 2, 2025 • 47 mins
In this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Alexa Degan to discuss her recovery from 2 ACL injuries. Alexa Degan is a resilient and driven ice hockey player currently competing at the collegiate level for Long Island University. A 2023 graduate of Morristown-Beard School, Alexa played four standout seasons of varsity hockey, helping her team secure three state championships and one co-championship...
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June 30, 2025 • 60 mins
In this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Sierra Bains to discuss core concepts from her new book, Rooted.Sierra Bains, FDN-P, P.T., D.P.T., is a functional medicine practitioner with advanced training in neuroscience, hormone health, digestion, and autoimmune disease. She studied psychology and nutrition at the University of Washington and earned her Doctor of Physical Therapy from Washington U...
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June 25, 2025 • 48 mins
In this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Tenly Kuhn to discuss her journey as an All-American Track & Field athlete at the D1 level, including her gymnastics background, impact of family and faith, and beyond. Tenly Kuhn, a junior at Baylor University, is an accomplished pole vaulter, active NIL athlete, and Division I Indoor Track and Field All-American, balancing her role on the track and...
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June 23, 2025 • 57 mins
In this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by James Johnson to discuss his blended practice model and transitions from in person only to blended model as a performance clinician.Coach James is a board certified Orthopedic Specialist Physical Therapist with special interests in preventative rehabilitation for the strength and physique athlete, athletic performance, and optimizing the aging process. J...
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June 17, 2025 • 46 mins
In this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Avery Dew to discuss her journey in sport and in entrepreneurship. Avery Dew is an entrepreneur and former D1 Lacrosse Athlete. She has been studying sports media and plans to combine her passions for sport and entrepreneurship into future media work. She grew up playing multiple sports and had a non-traditional path to D1 lacrosse involving walking onto...
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June 16, 2025 • 49 mins
In this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Eric Lichter to discuss linear speed training & assessment strategies. Eric Lichter established himself as a leading speed and performance enhancement coach in the private sector, training NFL and NBA draft prospects and preparing them for combines. He has worked with two Heisman Trophy winners, two Jim Thorpe Award winners, and over 20 first-round d...
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June 11, 2025 • 44 mins
In this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Kennedy Merrell to discuss her journey as an athlete and pole vaulting career.Kennedy Merrell is a pole vaulter at Indiana State University. She started vaulting in high school as well as competed in gymnastics for 15 years. Throughout many ups and downs during her senior year, she made it to New Balance Nationals where she placed 5th and received All Am...
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June 9, 2025 • 53 mins
In this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Dave Snyder to discuss his strategies for maintaining lifelong growth as a highly successful clinician.Dave Snyder has over 20 years experience in both college and professional athletics. He brings extensive experience with injury prevention, acute injury management, and return to play. His teams have won bowl games, conference championships, and he was ...
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