In this episode I have the privilege to chat with Coach Alan on his experiences coaching his daughter. Coach Alan discusses: -Why he believes it is important for his daughter to also play for other coaches -How to build a great dynamic between coaches and parents -Why he includes his team in a few of his personal life lessons to allow volleyball to be a vehicle for building better humans. If you're interested in joining other youth volleyball coaches, like coach Alan, in a private FB...

In this episode I have the privilege to chat with Coach Astrid on her experiences coaching her 5 kids. Coach Astrid discusses: - how to be the best parent as a coach and as a spectator - how to foster a good dynamic with the parents of your team -how to alter your dynamic based on the relationship you have with each of your children If you're interested in joining other youth volleyball coaches, like coach Astrid, in a private FB group click this link:...

In this episode I have the privilege to chat with Coach Bart on his experiences coaching his 4 kids. Coach Bart discusses: -how he has changed and learned throughout his years of coaching his 4 children in sports -what he would change if he could go back and get a “re-do” when coaching his first daughter -how he communicates and sets expectations for success on/off the court -top challenges for coaching your own child -how to be successful coaching your own child If you're...

In this episode we get to learn not only a coach's perspective but also a child players perspective.  I have the privilege to chat with Coach Erica and her daughter Tori on their experiences in the game.  Coach Erica discusses: -Advice to other parents to be helpful to their child's coach -What annoys her as a parent that some coaches do -Top challenges and lessons learned from coaching Tori & Tori shares: - Top challenge from being a player on her mom's team - Favorite...

In this episode I have the privilege to talk to coach D. Daryl tells all about: -how he found love on the court - how and why he started mental mondays -what he feels makes a good coach -WHY you should / should not coach your own kids & -lessons he has learned while continuing to grow as a coach If you're interested in joining other youth volleyball coaches, like coach D, in a private FB group click this link: https://www.facebook.com/groups/vballcoachescorner

In this episode I have the privilege to talk to coach Liz. Liz spills the beans about: -how she moved up in her coaching career so quickly - what makes GREAT team parents -what irritates her to no end that other coaches do -WHY you should / should not coach your own kids & -3 lessons she has learned while continuing to grow as a coach If you're interested in joining other youth volleyball coaches, like coach Liz, in a private FB group click this link:...

Have you ever thought about coaching your own child? Wondered what it may be like to have a deeper bond through sport? Have some fears and are unsure if you are even capable of coaching your own child? Well then this episode is for you!!!! In this episode Coach Glenn tells you his story. -- how he came to coach his 2 daughters --his philosophy on setting expectations --what he WISHES he would have done a bit differently --2 lessons he learned the hard way AND -why coaching his...

It's time for season 2 and this time Dr. Ashley has a twist! It's all about the coach/parent relationship. In every episode Ashley interviews a different coach about their experiences as a coach, a parent, and as a coach-parent.  There are some serious words of wisdom shared in this season. Subscribe today and never miss out!

In this episode Dr. Ashley speaks to Dr. Ritchie again about the out-pour of responses they received from teenagers who listened to the podcast episode.   Dr. Ritchie gives more great advice on what teens could/should do if they have a peer who is contemplating suicide. Dr. Ashley also speaks with one special coach who assigned the teen suicide episode 1 listening as homework to the youth athletes; how he came about this idea and how you as a coach can make a bigger impact on your team as...

Trigger Warning: We discuss suicide, suicidal ideation, and the grieving process. This is very pertinent information however it may spur up some uncomfortable feelings while you listen. In this episode, Dr. Ashley Shrum, Physical Therapist, speaks with Dr. Jennifer Ritchie, Psychologist, about teen suicide.  Dr. Ritchie educates us all on a few startling statistics about teen suicide rates, risk factors for suicide, warning signs some one may be thinking of committing suicide, resources to...

In this episode Dr. Ashley, Physical Therapist, goes solo to finish the season 1 knee sections.  She covers Jumpers knee, what it is, where it shows up, common symptoms, and 3 ways you can allow for relative rest of the athlete while still having them in your gym safely.  As always, there is a bonus video that has demonstrations of the exercises/technique referred to in the podcast. Go check it out here: https://www.calibratedpt.com/podcastbonusvideo If you or your athlete need help...

In this episode, Dr. Ashley Shrum, DPT goes solo to finish up our series here on the ligaments of the knee.  She discusses what the menisci are, where they are in the knee, how they are commonly injured, when you should or should not have surgery, and when you can expect your athlete to return to the court.  Of course there are video bonus features to be found here: https://www.calibratedpt.com/podcastbonusvideo If you have any questions or comments please email [email protected] or...

In this episode Dr. Ashley Shrum, DPT goes solo again to continue talking all about ligaments of the knee. She discusses what these ligaments are, how they are typically injured, and how long you can expect a player to be out of the game if they are injured.  The video bonus features include some drills and exercises for re-integrating your player to the court once they're released from rehab/their doctor.  Check' em out here: https://www.calibratedpt.com/podcastbonusvideo Also if you...

Mid season recap. Thank you to all of our first season guests thus far! You all are awesome! please feel free to reach out to me via email or social media if you have any questions or would like to discuss a scenario that you're handling as a coach. [email protected] https://www.facebook.com/CalibratedPT https://www.instagram.com/calibrated.pt/ For adult players: https://www.facebook.com/groups/CalibratedPTVolleyball/ Please if you haven't already take a moment and check out...

Dr. Ashley Shrum, Physical Therapist goes solo to talk about the posterior cruciate ligament, PCL, what it is, how it gets injured, what you can do to help an athlete returning from a PCL injury, and how you as a coach can do 4 simple things to help prevent this type of injury. As always there are bonus videos to this episode: https://www.calibratedpt.com/podcastbonusvideo If you have any questions or want to have Dr. Ashley help you create an appropriate warm up for your practice...

In this podcast episode Dr. Ashley Shrum is joined by Dr. Amie Schuetz (both physical therapists) to discuss ACL (anterior cruciate ligament) injuries. They discuss what the ACL is, where its located, and what type of situations most result in the injury; how you can support your athlete or teammate that is undergoing ACL repair; what to avoid saying because its not helpful; and what to do when this athlete returns to the gym for the first few weeks.  There is a video bonus feature to this...

In this episode Dr. Ashley Shrum, Physical Therapist, is solo discussing what you can do as a coach to help your players immediately and as they return to the gym from an ankle injury. This episode has a WONDERFUL bonus video section that walks you through the stages of rehab and typical exercises you will see for a grade II lateral ankle sprain from start to finish and then return to the court tips and good drills to choose once your athlete is back.  Check out the bonus video here: ...

Dr. Ashley, Physical Therapist, and Coach Will discuss Plantar Fasciitis.  They discuss what plantar fasciitis actually consists of, how to ensure you get diagnosed properly, what you can do TODAY that will ease your plantar fasciitis symptoms, and discuss a little tid bit about heel/arch pain in pre pubescent versus grown kids. 

In this episode Dr. Ashley Shrum, Physical Therapist and Dan Feldman, Registered Dietician speak about what you should be fueling your youth athletes with on tournament days. They discuss how to provide variety, importance of hydration, and provide a PSA for not food or body shamaing these adolescent athletes.  If you would like to reach out to Dan about private nutrition information he is available at: Email:: [email protected] IG: powerlifterdietician Website: www.danfeldmanrd.com

In this episode Dr. Ashley Shrum, DPT and Dr. Meghan Klunk, DPT discuss scoliosis.  They cover how you can identify it, what to do if your athlete has scoliosis, how to prevent it from getting worse, and ways it may impact your athlete at practice and what you can do about it. If you would like to contact Dr. Meghan Klunk, Physical Therapist her email is: [email protected] OR you can visit here website at www.mindfulmovementsptpilates.com

In this episode Dr. Ashley Shrum, DPT and Coach Will Quach discuss his experiences coaching athletes with Osgood Schlatter's Disease (OSD). They cover what OSD actually is, when to seek further medical counsel, ways to modify training and play positions as well as possible modifications to coaching style/cues to best benefit athletes that are experiencing OSD. They also discuss mindset and when you can appropriately push your athletes in the gym. For the exercise demonstration that was cut...

In this episode Dr. Ashley Shrum, Physical Therapist, and Dr. Rebecca Workman, Physical Therapist, discuss concussions; specifically return to play guidelines. If you have any questions or would like to have further discussion about concussions please email Dr. Ashley: [email protected] If you would like to contact Dr. Rebecca about getting your athlete screened please email: [email protected] Dr. Rebecca is licensed to treat patients in the state of Arizona. She is...

In this episode Dr. Ashley Shrum, DPT and Coach Will Quach discuss his experiences coaching a youth female athlete with a leg length discrepancy. They cover ways to modify her training and play positions as well as possible modifications to coaching style/cues to best benefit this athlete. If you have any questions or would like to have further discussion about leg length discrepancies please email Dr. Ashley: [email protected] If you would like to contact Coach Will about private...

Dr. Ashley Shrum, Physical Therapist lays out our mission and what you can expect from our podcast as a whole.