HIDEF Performance Podcast

In this episode, we dive deep into the art of designing rehab programs with efficiency and effectiveness. Zach Smith breaks down the P5 Method, a structured, five-phase approach that simplifies the process of program creation for therapists and maximizes client results. Whether you're a seasoned physical therapist or just starting in rehab programming, this episode explores everything from dynamic warm-ups and neuromuscular activation to strength-building and recovery phases. Tune in to learn how to implement these strategies in your own practice, making your sessions more streamlined and impactful. Plus, hear about Zach’s upcoming course on rehab strength conditioning and how you can access deeper insights. www.hidefuniversity.com

Hosted by Dr. Zach Smith, DPT, (@ZachThePT) the HIDEF Performance Podcast dives deep into the world of physical therapy, strength training, and performance optimization. Whether you're an athlete, coach, or just passionate about moving better, this podcast offers actionable insights on injury rehab, optimizing performance, and mastering the fundamentals of strength. Expect expert advice, real-world case studies, and tips that go beyond the clinic to help you move and feel your best. Join Zach as he unpacks his years of experience working with high-level athletes and everyday movers, tackling everything from low back pain recovery to advanced training techniques. If you're ready to elevate your performance, tune in weekly and discover how HIDEF can help you reach your potential. Visit www.hidefuniversity.com for more resources and in-depth courses.

Dr. Andy Chen, PT, DPT is the owner of Moment PT and Moment Education. He has created a system to train PTs. In this podcast we discuss how to become a more valuable physical therapist for your clients and create a framework that can help you deliver high level care consistently. We discuss the importance of learning how to think and not simply what to do.   Link to sign up for our course: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/moment-foundations-seattle-wa-tickets-785373040907?aff=hidefpt Follow Andy on IG : https://www.instagram.com/dr.andychen/

In the pod we reviewed the basics of program set up to make sure your training is challenging and you are getting results. Luka uses the R7 framework and we talk about the importance of all phases. We also talk about training for muscle building, strength, and power.

Check out this podcast with @the_ski_pt , Dr. Greg Louie!

On this episode I sit down for one of my favorite conversations I have had on the podcast for a while. Dr. Gary Chimes is a medical doctor in Bellevue, WA and specializes in Sports Medicine. His practice is unique in the fact that he focused on helping people optimize their physical health and reach the next level of performance. Dr. Chimes is currently writing a book with a working title of "50 is the new 50". This is all about how to get the most out of your middle ages. He touches on some great points and tactical advice for those of you aged 40-60. Dive into the topic of specialization and variance in physical therapy, comparing the differences between smoking and obesity, and how healthcare providers can tackle these topics without coming off as rude. Explore how physical therapists can safely teach patients to squat and progress, as well as the concept of subspecialty and the importance of allowing providers to focus on their areas of expertise. Finally, join us as we explore athletic self-selection and skill sets, discussing the different muscle fibers and the importance of precision and excellence in endurance sports. We reflect on our athletic journeys and background. Listen in as we share our thoughts on navigating risk and middle age, exercise strategies for aging, and the importance of stress management and domain specificity in our lives. --------- EPISODE CHAPTERS --------- (0:00:00) - Telemedicine and Sports Medicine Practice (0:10:44) - Specialization and Variance in Physical Therapy (0:16:58) - Specialization in Physical Therapy and Medicine (0:21:23) - Wrestling and Brain Injury Statistics (0:33:06) - Athletic Self-Selection and Skill Sets (0:45:20) - Navigating Risk and Middle Age (0:50:55) - Exercise Strategies for Aging (1:02:53) - Exercise, Aging, and Performance (1:08:51) - Stress Management and Domain Specificity (1:16:31) - YouTube Channel for Medical Topics --------- EPISODE CHAPTERS WITH SHORT KEY POINTS --------- (0:00:00) - Telemedicine and Sports Medicine Practice Dr. Chimes and I discussed telemedicine, physicality, history-taking, rural access, payment parity, and our practice model. (0:10:44) - Specialization and Variance in Physical Therapy Healthcare providers discussed smoking vs. obesity, physical therapy progressions, subspecialty importance, and congratulated Dr. Gary Chimes. (0:16:58) - Specialization in Physical Therapy and Medicine Physical therapy subspecialists, population density, East Coast/Pacific Northwest Chinese restaurants, and pro wrestling's impact on medicine are discussed. (0:21:23) - Wrestling and Brain Injury Statistics Brain injury, testosterone supplementation, and pro wrestling discussed in relation to my MD/PhD at Stony Brook. (0:33:06) - Athletic Self-Selection and Skill Sets I'm training for a quarter mile, exploring muscle fibers, setting goals, and using my pro wrestling and brain injury knowledge to become a better Ironman triathlete. (0:45:20) - Navigating Risk and Middle Age Risk taking, diversified portfolio, age, and exercise, parenting, and career decisions discussed. (0:50:55) - Exercise Strategies for Aging George St. Pierre's style changed over time, emphasizing balance between high and low variance strategies, and contrasting risk aversion between my father's and my own experience. (1:02:53) - Exercise, Aging, and Performance We discuss hearing aids, individualized physical therapy, performance and health, and high/low variance strategies for athletic performance. (1:08:51) - Stress Management and Domain Specificity Fear and relaxation are discussed, with examples of stress management to stay calm in adversity. (1:16:31) - YouTube Channel for Medical Topics Dr. Gary Chimes and I discussed lip of gems, frozen shoulder, calcific barbitage, and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. If you need physical therapy check us out at www.hidefpt.com

In this episode, we dive deep into the world of sports physical therapy with Dr. Zach Baker, PT, DPT,SCS. Board-Certified in Sports Physical Therapy and Sports Residency Director for Rehab 2 Perform. With his extensive experience and commitment to excellence, Dr. Baker provides valuable insights into effective PT practices and strategies for overcoming common challenges. We kick off our discussion by introducing Dr. Baker and learning about his role at Rehab 2 Perform, where he oversees the Frederick and Mt. Airy clinics. As an expert in his field, Dr. Baker shares details about the upcoming Blueprints course on May 6-7 ⁠https://r2p-academy.mykajabi.com/blueprints-HIDEF, an educational opportunity designed for physical therapists looking to enhance their skills and knowledge. Dr. Baker then delves into the topic of programming in physical therapy, sharing his perspective on periodization and how Rehab 2 Perform stands out among other clinics in this regard. We also explore the keys to successful ACL rehab and discuss the critical elements often missing from the majority of cases. Weighing in on the debate between residency and structured mentorship, Dr. Baker emphasizes the importance of mentorship for new grads, particularly those with less than three years of experience.He also shares his thoughts on the PT profession as a whole, addressing common criticisms and misconceptions. Finally, we touch on the vital issue of burnout in the PT profession. Dr. Baker offers recommendations for preventing burnout and maintaining passion for one's work. Don't miss this enlightening conversation with one of the top experts in sports physical therapy! Check out Dr. Zack Baker and Rehab 2 Perform Below. https://rehab2perform.com/zach-baker/ For physical therapy near Seattle, check us out here

In this episode we sit down with our friend, 2-time Pro Bowler and CEO of Theracentric, Doug Baldwin! We discuss: -Doug's transition from NFL to the business world -What lessons the NFL taught him that have helped him in business -His involvement in the community -How Theracentric is changing the culture of Physical Therapy -How to build a winning culture More from Doug: https://vault89.com/ https://www.theracentric.com/ Need physical therapy near Seattle? Find our locations here!

This weeks guest is the legend Tim Gabbett! Dr Tim Gabbett has 25 years experience working as an applied sport scientist with athletes and coaches from a wide range of sports. From progressively overloading rehabilitation and training programs, ensuring athletes’ skills are maintained under pressure and fatigue, and preparing athletes for the most demanding passages of play, Tim’s research and training programs are practical, coach-friendly, and applicable to anyone with a desire to be the best. Tim’s common-sense approach to high performance, and his ability to communicate scientific principles simply to coaches and athletes, sets him apart from many other practitioners in the field. He continues to be in demand as a sport science consultant and advisor for several professional teams around the world. We discuss how to train smart and hard, Developing the unbreakable athlete, and Tim's thoughts on Load management. We are also lucky to say we're hosting Tim's workshop in October! Link here to sign up Want to work with HIDEF? https://www.hidefpt.com/

This weeks guest is our friend Dr. Bim Makinde!  Bim Makinde, MD is a Sports Medicine physician specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of musculoskeletal problems and injuries in patients of all ages. He has specialized training in MSK ultrasound and utilizes this for both diagnostic and minimally invasive therapies. In addition, he has an interest in medical conditions pertaining to patients with active lifestyles and who participate in recreational and competitive sports. He also treats work injuries, personal injuries, and motor vehicle injuries. In this episode we discuss: -What its like being a ringside Doctor for Boxing and MMA -Why he chose Private practice over the traditional hospital system -The benefits patients get choosing private practice More from Dr. Makinde More from HIDEF PT

Our first episode of the monthly PT squared segment!  This will be a monthly segment we do with Luka Hocevar all about how Personal Training and Physical Therapy work together successfully for patients and in business. This week we discussed: -Why having a Physical Therapist in your back pocket as a Trainer is so beneficial -The importance of preventative care and going to Physical Therapy before you need it -Maximizing free space in your gym by finding a PT -How to build brand and why its so important -The 4 Principles of Excellence Any questions you want us to answer on the next episode? DM @hidefpt or @lukahocevar Want to work with Luka? https://vigorgroundfitness.com/ Want to work with HIDEF? https://www.hidefpt.com/contact-us

This weeks guest is Dr. Keith Cummings, DO! Dr. Keith Cummings is a non-operative sports medicine physician who treats acute and overuse musculoskeletal injuries. He emphasizes optimal biomechanics and exercise-based treatments for musculoskeletal problems, minimal medication use, and ultrasound or flouroscopic guided procedures when necessary to help people stay healthy and active. He has advanced training in musculoskeletal ultrasound for both diagnosis and performing procedures, orthobiologic injections such as platelet rich plasma, as well as fluoroscopic spine and joint procedures. Dr. Cummings received his BS in biology from Saint Martin’s University in Lacey, Washington and then his doctorate from Western University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific (Northwest Campus). He completed his medical training at the University of Utah where he subspecialized in sports medicine after finishing residency in physical medicine & rehabilitation (PM&R) and serving as chief resident. Because of Utah’s location, Dr Cummings was able to regularly care for athletes participating in many unique sports such as alpine skiing, climbing, and trail running as well as traditional team sports such as football, basketball, soccer, and cross country. He has provided sideline coverage for all levels of competition including division one college football, the NBA, professional cycling, club hockey and rugby, Olympic level bobsled and skeleton sled, amateur and master’s judo, and a variety of high school sports. This enables him to partner with active patients of all skill levels to help them return to the activities they love. Dr. Cummings served as team captain of his track team in high school, participating in several state qualifying relay teams. When he is not working, he enjoys hiking, skiing, and running in the beautiful mountains of the Pacific Northwest as well as watching sports and playing guitar. Dr Cummings was born and raised in Olympia, Washington. He is happy to be back in the area closer to family and friends where he can enjoy all the Pacific Northwest has to offer. Want to work with Keith? https://www.posm.com/physician/keith-cummings-do/ Want to work with HIDEF? www.hidefpt.com

This weeks guest, Austin Nutt, is a Golf Coach at Evergreen Golf Club . We talk all about the new facility and even a bit about how to get started with golf the right way. Evergreen Golf Club started with a passion for golf. Here in the Pacific Northwest, our golf season is limited due to weather, so we did something about it. We had a vision to modernize the culture of the game and create a year-round community of golfers in the greater Seattle area. Evergreen Golf Club (EGC) is a state-of-the-art indoor golf facility that provides you with the same tools and technology available to practice like your favorite Tour Pro. Train, practice, and play all year at Evergreen Golf Club. More from Austin and Evergreen Golf Club: @austinnuttgolf @evergreengolfclub Need Physical Therapy? www.hidefpt.com 

In this episode we chat with Kelly Edwards, Founder of Local Hoops and Head Coach for Bellevue High School Basketball. Kelly has some amazing knowledge and experience when it comes to leadership and coaching and he shares that with us today! About Kelly: "Kelly played for O’Dea High school, and won the state 3A championship three out of his four years there, 04, 05, 07 (they lost in the championship game his junior year- 06). After O’Dea he played for Che Dawson at Highline Community College. They won the Western Division title his sophomore year, giving them the #1 seed to the NWAC tournament, where they lost in the semi-finals. Kelly went on to play at Lewis & Clark College in Portland, Oregon for his junior and senior years. He was named Second-Team All Conference his junior year, with 16.5 points and 5 rebounds per game, and First Team All Conference his senior year, with 19 points and 7 rebounds per game, ranking his Pioneers as high as #24 in the nation that year. After college Kelly played professionally for the ABA, and is still active in the Jamal Crawford Summer Pro League. In 2019 summer he averaged 28 ppg, 9.5 rpg & 7.5 apg. Kelly turned down professional opportunities overseas to grow LocalHOOPS into what it is today. He has played with or against the likes of NBA pros such as: Kevin Love, Blake Griffin, Jamal Crawford, Nate Robinson, Isaiah Thomas, Martell Webster, Brandon Roy, Jason Terry, Lamarcus Aldridge, Terry Rozier, Dejounte Murray, Zach Lavine, James Johnson, Earl Clark, Mario Chalmers, and many more. Outside of basketball, Kelly is a father of 3 – when you are in the gym keep an eye out for his wife Cindy, who is head of operations for LocalHOOPS, and his two sons KJ & Kamani, as well as his daughter Kamaya, who are already beginning to work on their handle. Throughout it all, Kelly’s passion remains Local Hoops and its athletes. He loves giving back to the community that gave him so much. "I wouldn't trade this for the world!"." Follow Kelly online @k.edwards.sr @localhoops Want to work with HIDEF Physical Therapy? https://www.hidefpt.com/physical-therapy-bellevue-washington-wa https://www.hidefpt.com/physical-therapy-renton-wa https://www.hidefpt.com/physical-therapy-seattle-wa

We recently had Dr. Anthony Yi on the podcast. We talked about many injuries of the foot and ankle including the recent Patrick Mahomes high ankle sprain and the impact on his play and return to 100%. We also discussed the Lisfranc injury and the implications for athletes such as Jimmy Garoppolo and Chet Holmgren. This one was a fun one. Check it out anywhere you get your podcasts. Dr. Anthony Yi Foot and ankle surgery specialist USC undergrad Keck Medical School University of Washington Ortho Residency Fellowship trained at Harvard Brigham and Women's Hospital If you would like to see Dr. Yi check out his website here  Follow him on IG  @anthonyyimd If you are need of physical check out our clinic HIDEF PT

In this weeks episode, we're talking about the new "miracle" weight loss drug everyone is taking and also trying mocktails on air. We then get into Goggins new book, "Never Finished" and all our thoughts around that. Enjoy! Want to work with HIDEF?- https://www.hidefpt.com/contact-us

In this episode we sit down with Jeff Moore, CEO of ICE Physio, Partner with Onward Physio, and Professor at South College! This episode is jam packed with tips and tricks on how to become a next level physical therapist. We discuss everything you'll learn from the ICE courses and also the keys to avoiding burnout as a clinician. More from Jeff: @jeffmooredpt @icephysio @onwardphysio More from HIDEF: https://www.hidefpt.com/

Everyone loves a good smoothie or acai bowl, right? Does everyone know that most places are eating glorified ice cream/ milkshakes when they get one? Not at Fit Bar. Here they put their money where their mouth is and make sure you're getting all the nutrients from pure acai berries and all other ingredients. They are truly taking the guess work out of eating healthy for you. Plus they happen to be located INSIDE of our Renton location at Vigor Ground! Andrew and his team are leading the space when it comes to what a cafe should look like and it was a great conversation. More from Andrew and Fit Bar Cafe @liftyourvibes @fitbarcafe Want to work with us? https://www.hidefpt.com/contact-us

This weeks guest is truly changing the industry for the better! Dr. Josh Funk has created a company that has leveled up what "traditional" Physical Therapy looks like for both the patient and the practitioner.   Josh shares a ton of info on how they treat at R2P and also how hes created such an amazing culture!  We are also hosting them in May of 2023 for one of their continuing education courses! Sign up here More about Josh: A lifelong athlete, Josh became interested in becoming a physical therapist when going through PT as a D1 lacrosse player at Ohio State. After avoiding shoulder surgery for a torn labrum and rotator cuff, Josh has been entrenched in the world of physical therapy and sports performance. Over the years, he has continually developed his knowledge base and expertise as a physical therapist, and as a business owner. A Montgomery County resident, Josh is heavily involved in all areas of the community throughout the DMV. Dr. Josh Funk was born and raised in Montgomery County, MD and attended Poolesville High School. Josh went on to play Division 1 lacrosse and earn a B.S. degree from The Ohio State University before earning his Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree from the University of Maryland-Baltimore. It was a little over 3 years after graduating from Maryland, that Rehab 2 Perform was founded in late 2014. Dr. Funk is committed to ensuring that Rehab 2 Perform is one of the most well-run and well-known health care companies in the country. Dr. Funk has immersed himself in business programs and community initiatives over the past few years in his efforts to ensure that the team and clients of Rehab 2 Perform are receiving everything they need to be at their best. Of note, he completed two business accelerator programs with the Small Business Development Center (SBDC), is a Goldman Sach's 10,000 Small Businesses Graduate, and a Fellow of the Birthing of Giants program. It is his goal to push Rehab 2 Perform to the forefront of the community through innovation, progressive business operations, strategic growth and clinical excellence. Visit their site- https://rehab2perform.com/ @rehab2perform @drjoshfunk More from HIDEF https://www.hidefpt.com/

In this episode we discuss: -The latest in AI these days, specifically healthcare and physical therapy. -"Dynamic" Personal Trainers -2023 goals -Time management tips that have helped us Book an appointment