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2025/10/28
Latest episode
2026/10/30
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Stay up to date with all of the news, research, clinical application, and gym application to become more fitness-forward for yourself & your patients. CrossFit, HYROX, OrangeTheory, F45, and everything in-between.
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Episode 13 - Pragmatic tips to improve your coaching
2026/10/30
Dr. Tucker Furbush, PT, DPT, OCS, CF-L2 & Dr. Alan Fredendall, PT, DPT, CF-L3 // www.ptonice.com/certifications/cert-cmfa
SUMMARY
In this episode of the Fitness Athlete Podcast, Tucker and Alan explore the art of coaching, emphasizing the importance of developing coaching skills, gaining confidence, and continuously improving through reflection and practice. They discuss practical strategies for rehab professionals and fitness coaches to enhance their coaching effectiveness and impact.
RESOURCES
1) Episode 8 of the Fitness Athlete Podcast - CrossFit programming over the years - https://five.libsyn.com/show/episodes/view/42256085
2) Catalyst Athletics - https://www.youtube.com/@CatalystAthletics
3) Mindset - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000FCKPHG?lv=shuf&channelId=500&plpRedirect=mhFallback
4) The Charisma Myth - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GQDS8XK6?lv=shuf&channelId=500&plpRedirect=mhFallback
5) The Language of Coaching - https://us.humankinetics.com/products/the-language-of-coaching?srsltid=AYCX9vIqEiazVwpaYKDhjfu7wmgIosjxPj9e0Tn5talgcP4c-BT42zmW
Zone 2 training in CrossFit: who needs it?
2026/10/16
Dr. Joe Hanisko, PT, DPT // www.ptonice.com/certifications/cert-cmfa
Episode 12 - From CrossFit to HYROX
2026/10/09
Dr. Audra Burtch, PT, DPT, CF-L1 & Dr. Alan Fredendall, PT, DPT, CF-L3 // www.ptonice.com/certifications/cert-cmfa
SUMMARY
On this episode of the Fitness Athlete Podcast, we dive deep into the world of HYROX, a rapidly growing fitness competition, with physical therapist and athlete Audra Burtch. Audra's journey from a swimmer to a CrossFit enthusiast and now a HYROX competitor illustrates the diverse paths athletes take and how new sports can reshape our fitness journeys.
LINKS
1) Audra's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aburtch_dpt/
2) Audra's 16-week HYROX program: https://onwardphysicaltherapy.com/free-hyrox-training-plan-16-weeks-to-race-day/
Dynorphin, part 2: clinical application
2026/10/02
Dr. Alan Fredendall, PT, DPT, CF-L3 // www.ptonice.com/certifications/cert-cmfa
SUMMARY
Today on the PTonICE Daily Show, Alan continues to explore the biochemical effects of dynorphin, its impact on exercise reluctance, and practical strategies like sauna use to hijack brain chemistry and promote movement.
Dynorphin, part 1: What is it?
2026/10/01
Dr. Alan Fredendall, PT, DPT, CF-L3 // www.ptonice.com/certifications/cert-cmfa
SUMMARY
Today on the PTonICE Daily Show, Alan begins the first of a 2-part series on the opioid dynorphin. Alan explores the role of dynorphin, a powerful endogenous opioid, in influencing our motivation to move and how understanding this chemical can help improve patient care and promote physical activity.
Episode 11 - Pushing post-op protocols
2026/09/25
Dr. Sam Deering, PT, DPT, CF-L1 & Dr. Alan Fredendall, PT, DPT, CF-L3 // www.ptonice.com/certifications/cert-cmfa
SUMMARY
Dr. Sam Deering, co-owner of Onward Ann Arbor and a CrossFit Level 1 coach, returns to share her 10-week post-op shoulder rehab journey, insights on protocols, pain management, and returning to CrossFit. Learn how personalized rehab and listening to your body can accelerate recovery and improve outcomes.
Episode 10 - Nutrition: When to speak up and when to shut up
2026/09/18
Dr. Madison Lyn, PT, DPT, PhD CF-L2, USAW L2 & Dr. Alan Fredendall, PT, DPT, CF-L3 // www.ptonice.com/certifications/cert-cmfa
SUMMARY
Madison returns to share insights on the scope of nutrition in physical therapy, practical tips for different populations, and resources for further learning. This episode emphasizes the importance of PTs understanding nutrition to better serve their patients and when to refer to specialists.
RESOURCES
1) Episode 1984 of the PTonICE Podcast - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hD-sR-L7Rl0
2) Madison - https://www.instagram.com/dr.mads_dpt.phd/
3) Nutrition Simplified - https://www.instagram.com/p/DTa2EtgEXQK/
4) Precision Nutrition - https://www.precisionnutrition.com/
5) Layne Norton, PhD - https://www.instagram.com/biolayne/?hl=en
6) Emily Dow, PhD, RD - https://www.instagram.com/dremilydow/?hl=en
7) Jessica Knurick, PhD, RDN - https://www.instagram.com/drjessicaknurick/?hl=en
8) Finley Funsten - https://www.instagram.com/unfuckyourdiet/?hl=en
What to look for in CrossFit programming
2026/09/11
Dr. Zach Long, PT, DPT, SCS, CF-L1 // www.ptonice.com/certifications/cert-cmfa
ICE Fitness Athlete Division lead faculty Zach Long explores how CrossFit programming impacts injury risk and rehab strategies. Zach shares insights on assessing gym programming, injury prevention, and optimizing rehab for CrossFit athletes.
Loading the quads when squatting is painful
2026/09/04
Dr. Guillermo Contreras, PT, DPT, CF-L3 // www.ptonice.com/certifications/cert-cmfa
SUMMARY
Guillermo explores how squatting can be used effectively in rehab and fitness routines, especially when dealing with knee pain. Guillermo shares practical strategies for loading and challenging tissues at different irritability levels, emphasizing the importance of maintaining strength and resilience.
Wrist position in the overhead athlete
2026/08/28
Dr. Mitch Babcock, PT, DPT, CF-L3 // www.ptonice.com/certifications/cert-cmfa
SUMMARY
In today's episode of the PT on ICE Daily Show, ICE Fitness Athlete Division leader Mitch Babcock explores the proper wrist positioning for overhead barbell movements, addressing common misconceptions, injury prevention, and techniques to improve performance. Hosted by Alan Fredendall, it offers practical tips for athletes and coaches alike.
Episode 9 - Treating the Fittest on Earth
2026/08/21
Dr. Jenna Spenlau, PT, DPT, CF-L1, CSCS & Dr. Alan Fredendall, PT, DPT, CF-L3 // www.ptonice.com/certifications/cert-cmfa
SUMMARY
Jenna Spenlau, AKA Jen Spen, joins us this episode to share her journey of starting CrossFit, coaching, working with Onward, and serving on the medical team for the CrossFit Games.
Jenna's email: [email protected]
Jenna's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jen_spen/?hl=en
Taylor Comford: [email protected]
Episode 8 - CrossFit programming over the years
2026/07/31
Dr. Tucker Furbush, PT, DPT, OCS, CF-L2 & Dr. Alan Fredendall, PT, DPT, CF-L3 // www.ptonice.com/certifications/cert-cmfa
SUMMARY
In this episode, Tucker & Alan sit-down to discuss Tucker's journey as a CrossFit athlete & coach, starting in his basement & evolving into full-time coaching at CrossFit Carrabus in Concord, NC. Tucker discusses his views on the evolution of programming & coaching in the CrossFit community over time.
Episode 7 - Treating the post-op fitness athlete
2026/07/17
Dr. Sam Deering, PT, DPT, CF-L1 & Dr. Alan Fredendall, PT, DPT, CF-L3 // www.ptonice.com/certifications/cert-cmfa
SUMMARY
Dr. Sam Deering, co-owner of Onward Ann Arbor and a CrossFit Level 1 coach, shares her journey with shoulder pain and the decision-making process that led to her surgery.
Understanding heart rate spikes in running
2026/07/03
Dr. Joe Hanisko, PT, DPT // www.ptonice.com/certifications/cert-cmfa
Episode 6 - Are surgical protocols outdated?
2026/07/03
Dr. Alan Fredendall, PT, DPT, CF-L3 & Dr. Madison Lyn, PT, DPT, PhD CF-L2, USAW L2 // www.ptonice.com/certifications/cert-cmfa
SUMMARY
Alan & Madison discuss a compelling case study of a post-rotator cuff surgery rehab for a CrossFit athlete, emphasizing personalized, aggressive rehab strategies and debunking traditional protocols.
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