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In episode 36 of the Deskbound Therapy Podcast, I chat with Dr. Aaron Horschig (@draaronhorschig). He is a Sports/Orthopedic Physical Therapist, author, and speaker. He is also the founder of Squat University, a strength & conditioning specialist, an Olympic weightlifter, and a coach. We talk about the importance of mobility and how it can make a massive difference in your workout routine and your life.  He also shares his daily routine with us to give us an idea of incorporating movement into your day-to-day activities.

After graduating with his bachelor's in exercise science from Truman State University in 2009, Dr. Aaron Horschig received a doctorate in physical therapy from the University of Missouri in 2012. Dr. Aaron now works at Boost Physical Therapy & Sport Performance in Kansas City, Missouri.

Dr. Aaron published his first book, “The Squat Bible,” in the spring of 2017 and published it in numerous professional journals. His most recent appearance in the International Journal of Sports Physical Therapy presented a new way to periodize a weight-training program with the back squat after ACL reconstruction.

Dr. Aaron’s background includes being involved in Olympic weightlifting as an athlete and coach for over the past decade. His goal is to provide the highest quality rehabilitation to athletes who have sustained an injury and help our sports medicine society become proactive in approaching the athlete – both from a rehabilitation and training perspective.



Learn more about Squat University:

Squat University Web: https://squatuniversity.com/

Squat University FB: http://facebook.com/SquatUniversity

Squat University IG: https://www.instagram.com/Squat_University

Squat University YT: https://www.youtube.com/@SquatUniversity

Personal IG: https://www.instagram.com/draaronhorschig/

Check out his podcast: https://squatuniversity.com/podcast/

Get a copy of his book: Rebuilding Milo -  https://squatuniversity.com/featured-links/rebuilding-milo/



Show notes:

[0:00] Intro

[0:49] Dr. Aaron's journey to creating Squat University

[2:51] The inspiration behind Squat University

[6:58] The importance of mobility and the benefits of doing squats

[12:42] "If you don't use it, you lose it"

[16:30] How the footwear makes an impact on your body and mobility

[23:38] Squat = moving better

[28:25] Understanding load, and spinal flexion and extension

[33:08] Why Dr. Aaron isn't a fan of Jefferson Curl

[38:29] Technique is KEY

[40:18] The Movement first approach

[45:03] On bandaid joint mobilization

[51:55] Backache due to prolonged sitting

[55:03] Dr. Aaron's daily routine

[1:1:23] The warm-up is part of your workout

[1:02:8] Why being a strength conditioning professional alongside being a physical therapy works great

[1:07:56] The future of Squat University

[1:10:31] Biggest takeaway

[1:11:26] Outro



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In episode 35 of the Deskbound Therapy Podcast, I chat with Alan Lazaro. Alan’s a Professional Speaker, Peak Performance Business Coach and Consultant, and the Co-host of The Next Level University Podcast. Between Speaking, Podcasting, Coaching & Consulting, Alan has clocked and tracked thousands of hours inspiring, motivating, and educating others on how to master their systems and design a magnificent life on their own terms. Alan believes that life is about choices. He grew up his entire life hearing stories about his father, and he can tell you from experience that how you die isn’t going to matter. What’s going to matter is how you chose to live.

Alan's Website: https://nextleveluniverse.com/

Alan's IG: https://www.instagram.com/alazaros88

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Email: David@deskboundtherapy.com


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In episode 34 of the Deskbound Therapy Podcast, I chat with Laura Desjardins (@laurdesjardins) and DBT Athlete, Justin Chan (@JCCYFitness) about everything you need to know about keeping your feet healthy, strong, and pain-free. We discuss foot health 101, running pain-free, barefoot training, and much more!

Laura’s Podiatric Medicine practice primarily concentrates on the management and treatment of overuse injuries, sports medicine injuries, and general foot pain. Her approach to care emphasizes rehabilitation, treatment, and carefully loading the foot. She has a Kinesiology degree, certification in soft tissue release, and vast experience with running/ repetitive overuse foot conditions. She has represented Team Canada for Cross Country, has a passion for continuing education including attending sports medicine conferences from Harvard Medical School and Canadian Academy of Sport and Exercise Medicine. She has also taught Podiatric Medicine at the University of Saskatchewan.

Justin Chan is a Registered Chiropodist, D. Ch., University of Toronto Kinesiology Graduate, BKin, Foot Specialist, and personal trainer.

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Email: David@deskboundtherapy.com

To learn more about Justin and Laura, you can follow them on Instagram @JCCYFItness, @laurdesjardins for exercises, education, and more!


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In episode 33 of the Deskbound Therapy Podcast, I chat with Nat Vironand  (@Nat_A_Wat) about the truth of effective mobility training, common mobility mistakes, moving pain-free. Nat is a certified functional range system mobility coach, and a mobility gangster!

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In episode 32 of the Deskbound Therapy Podcast, I chat with Jonathan Goodman (@jonathan_goodman101) about the future of online fitness training and the business of fitness.

Jonathan Goodman is the founder of the Personal Trainer Development Center and author of multiple bestselling books for personal trainers. In addition, Jon founded the first-ever certification for online fitness trainers, the Online Trainer Academy. Originally from Toronto, Jon and his wife Alison spend their winters traveling the world with their baby boy, Calvin.

As a young trainer, Jon spent long hours in the gym, grinding his way to a decent income and an unsustainable life. He needed a better way to work, but soon realized that if he wanted a roadmap to the career he deserved, Jon had to create my own. Jon is the founder and creator of the online trainer academy, the world's first certification course on online training.

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In episode 31 of the Deskbound Therapy Podcast, I chat with Amanda Beniam (@AmandaPhysio) about her career as a physiotherapist for runners, and everything you need to take your running game to the next level without injuries!

Amanda graduated with an Honors Specialization B.A. in Kinesiology from Western University and a Masters of Science in Physical Therapy (MScPT) from the University of Toronto.

Amanda leads a very active lifestyle herself, having played Women’s Contact Flag-Football over the past 10 years, for teams such as the University of Toronto and Western University. As a competitive Running Back, Amanda has extensive experience in speed, agility, and aerobic training programs. Amanda continues to stay active by weight training, running and playing sports recreationally such as basketball, football, and squash. Her sporting background provides Amanda with a large bank of exercises and creative approaches to strengthening and conditioning.

Amanda is certified in post-concussion syndrome management and has worked closely with other concussion specialists and pediatric concussion specialists at the Holland Bloorview Concussion Clinic in Toronto. Amanda is also certified in soft tissue release techniques and is working to complete her manual orthopedic levels, having successfully completed Level 1.

Amanda has worked with a large variety of high-level athletes such as NBA summer league players, professional soccer players, sprinters, marathon runners, and cross-fit athletes. Her approach to treatment is always catered to the individual and her goal is to get her patients back to doing the things in their lives that are meaningful to them by allowing them to surpass their physical limitations.

To learn more about Amanda, you can follow her on her physio-gram @amandaphysio for exercises, education, and more!

Book a therapy session with Amanda here.



In this episode you will learn:

- Amanda's story and how she became a running physiotherapist.

- Most common running injuries and common treatment approaches.

- The Truth about barefoot footwear

- Preparing your body for running and injury prevention.

- Strength and Conditioning for Runners

- How to increase your running mileage without setbacks.

- Recovery between runs.

- Proper footwear for your foot-type. 

-Goal setting and performance enhancement.

- Getting rid of Shin Splints

- The mental component of running.

- Building cardiovascular tolerance.

- Busting most common running myths.

- Rapid Fire Q&A, Closing Remarks.



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Email: David@deskboundtherapy.com


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