DiscoverCorpus Animus Podcast#209 - How Travis Mayer's Coach Plans His Back Injury Comeback
#209 - How Travis Mayer's Coach Plans His Back Injury Comeback

#209 - How Travis Mayer's Coach Plans His Back Injury Comeback

Update: 2025-07-02
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  • 🏋️‍♂️ Travis Mayer sustained a serious back injury during the 2025 WFP competition, leading to withdrawal.
  • ⏳ Coach has worked with Travis since 2012, witnessing his growth from local competitions to multiple Games appearances.
  • 🔥 Travis maintains elite physical fitness despite age, balancing training with family and business responsibilities.
  • 💪 Injury rehab focuses on isometric strength training and low-impact cardiovascular work to preserve gains and promote healing.
  • 🎯 Clear goal-setting and pacing strategies are vital for managing performance and injury risk during competition.
  • 🧠 Mental resilience and competitive drive enable Travis to recover from setbacks and sustain career longevity.
  • 🤝 The coach-athlete relationship emphasizes support, realistic goals, and balancing ambition with health preservation.
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#209 - How Travis Mayer's Coach Plans His Back Injury Comeback

#209 - How Travis Mayer's Coach Plans His Back Injury Comeback