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The Joel Evan ShowAuthor: Joel Evan
The Joel Evan Show is where disruptors in health, wellness, entrepreneurship, and mindset share their best-kept secrets. If youre obsessed with longevity, peak performance, and breaking limits, this podcast delivers raw, unfiltered conversations with the boldest thinkers and innovators in the game. Get ready to challenge everything you thought you knewand level up. Language: en-us Genres: Alternative Health, Health & Fitness Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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The Science Behind Athletic Performance and Injury Prevention
Tuesday, 6 May, 2025
In this conversation, Henry Abbott, founder of True Hoop and author of 'Ballistic', discusses the science of injury prevention in sports, emphasizing the importance of understanding movement mechanics and the role of play in maintaining a healthy relationship with physical activity. He shares insights from his collaboration with P3, a cutting-edge performance center, and highlights the need for athletes to focus on explosive movements and daily maintenance to prevent injuries. Abbott also critiques conventional training methods and the reliance on radiology, surgery, and pharmaceuticals in addressing athletic injuries.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Henry Abbott and His Work03:06 The Connection with P3 and Injury Concerns06:01 The Assessment Process at P309:04 The Importance of Movement and Play12:11 Explosive Movements and Injury Prevention14:52 Understanding ACL Injuries17:57 Zion Williamson: Power vs. Physical Breakdown23:39 The Superhuman Illusion: Zion's Early Success24:40 Revisiting Training Methods: The Shift in Approach25:42 Grooving New Habits: Personal Experiences in Movement30:43 The Three Horsemen of Athletic Apocalypse36:34 The Importance of Hip Mobility and Stability41:09 Connecting with Henry Abbott: The Journey Ahead
