Hope Not Nope

Hope Not Nope
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With hosts Brandi and Doc Dillon (PT, DPT, SCS), this podcast answers athletes' and high performers' questions related to health, wellness, sports performance, physical therapy, injuries, habits, goals, leadership, and how to live a life of hope. If you have a question, Asks Us Here: hopenotnope.org/podcast

  1. 5d ago

    Why Are NFL Injuries Up? Preseason, Conditioning & Game Speed

    Why do NFL injuries seem to spike in the first weeks of the season? In this episode, we answer a listener’s question about the apparent increase in early-season NFL injuries and explore what may be contributing to the trend. We examine common explanations, including artificial turf and Thursday Night Football, and discuss why preseason preparation, game-speed conditioning, and sport-specific training deserve closer attention. We discuss: Whether NFL injuries are actually increasing or simply getting more attention The possible roles of turf fields, travel, and Thursday night games How reduced preseason participation may affect players’ readiness for game speed Why hamstring strains and other non-contact injuries can occur when athletes aren’t prepared for high-speed demands The difference between feeling recovered and being physically prepared to compete Why wellness trends and symptom-management treatments can’t replace progressive loading, sprinting, and sport-specific conditioning The takeaway: feeling good isn’t the same as being ready. Preparing for the demands of competition requires progressively building the capacity to handle them - If you have a question you want answered, Submit it ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Watch us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Visit our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Want to help share the message of Hope with others? One big way to help is by sharing this episode with friends and leaving a rating and review.

  2. Oct 14

    Grip Strength and Cognitive Aging: What The Science Says

    Can grip strength and leg strength tell us something about brain health as we age? And does getting stronger actually help protect cognitive function? In this episode, we answer a listener's question about the research linking muscular strength and cognitive aging. We explore why grip strength and leg strength may be markers of broader health and lifelong activity—not proof that strengthening one muscle group directly improves brain function. We discuss: What research linking grip strength, leg strength, and cognitive health actually tells usHow regular movement supports physical function and overall well-being as we ageWhy learning, conversation, and mentally challenging activities matter for cognitive healthWhy the goal is more than longevity—it’s maintaining the ability to do what matters to you - If you have a question you want answered, Submit it ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Watch us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Visit our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Want to help share the message of Hope with others? One big way to help is by sharing this episode with friends and leaving a rating and review.

  3. Oct 7

    Does Stress Slow Injury Recovery? What Athletes Need to Know

    Does Stress Impact The Healing Timeline Of An Injury? In this episode of the Hope Not Nope Podcast, we answer a question from a collegiate student athlete who is currently going through a volleyball injury. We break down the impact that stress has on the healing process and what you can do to help your body recovery well from injury. We discuss Why too much stress impacts the recovery timeline How fear can hurt athletes The role the brain has in injury and recovery Why some injuries become chronic Factors to consider to help the healing process. - If you have a question you want answered, Submit it ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Watch us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Visit our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Want to help share the message of Hope with others? One big way to help is by sharing this episode with friends and leaving a rating and review.

  4. Sep 30

    Smelling Salts in Sports: Do They Work and Are They Safe?

    Do smelling salts actually improve athletic performance—and are they safe to use? In this episode, we answer a listener's question about smelling salts in sports, from their surprising history to what actually happens in the body when an athlete inhales ammonia. We explain how smelling salts trigger the olfactory and trigeminal nerves and increase sympathetic arousal, then look at what the research suggests about performance. We discuss: Whether smelling salts can improve athletic performance Why they may help with repeated high-intensity efforts but not necessarily a single maximal effort How smelling salts can increase alertness and focus What actually happens in the brain and nervous system when you inhale ammonia Safety considerations, including distance, overuse, and potential side effects Why athletes with asthma or migraines should be cautious Why smelling salts deserve additional consideration in teenage athletes, where research is limited Check out our blog on this topic! - If you have a question you want answered, Submit it ⁠⁠⁠⁠HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ Watch us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠ Visit our ⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠ Want to help share the message of Hope with others? One big way to help is by sharing this episode with friends and leaving a rating and review.

  5. Sep 23

    Back To The Basics: Weight Loss After 60

    How do you keep weight off after 60? In this episode, we answer a listener's question about maintaining his weight while staying active as a 61-year-old swim coach working with a high school team. We break down the nutrition and training fundamentals that matter most for healthy weight maintenance—including tracking food intake, understanding energy balance, fueling endurance activity, and strength training. We discuss: Why mastering nutrition fundamentals should come before supplements How tracking calories can help you understand your current intake What changes with metabolism and aging—and what doesn’t Why strength training becomes especially important for maintaining muscle and supporting long-term health How two short strength sessions per week can make a difference - If you have a question you want answered, Submit it ⁠⁠⁠HERE⁠⁠⁠ Follow us on ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ Watch us on ⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠ Visit our ⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠ Want to help share the message of Hope with others? One big way to help is by sharing this episode with friends and leaving a rating and review.

  6. Sep 16

    Fear, Doubt, & Faith As Business Owners

    What does it actually feel like to build a business when you believe God has called you to it—but you still have doubts and fears along the way? In this personal conversation, we answer a listener's question about the fears we’ve experienced as Hope Not Nope and our business have grown. We talk honestly about wondering whether we’re capable of doing the work, questioning whether years of sacrifice will pay off, and worrying about whether we’ve made the right decisions to build a strong foundation. We share how faith, God’s providence, accountability, and encouragement from the people we serve have helped us keep going—and how we’ve learned to distinguish healthy fear from doubt that attacks our confidence and calling. We also talk about: Building roots before you can see the growth The seasons when the mission has had to evolve Letting go of things that no longer align with your values Why the right people and accountability matter The unexpected encouragement that reminded us our work is reaching people This isn't a business-growth formula. It's an honest conversation about what we've personally feared, doubted, and learned to trust while building something we believe God has called us to. - If you have a question you want answered, Submit it ⁠⁠HERE⁠⁠ Follow us on ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ Watch us on ⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠ Visit our ⁠⁠Website⁠⁠ Want to help share the message of Hope with others? One big way to help is by sharing this episode with friends and leaving a rating and review.

  7. Sep 9

    Foundation For Elite Performance

    What actually creates elite performance—and why do some people seem to stay focused while everyone else chases the next performance hack? In this episode, we explore the foundation of elite performance and why purpose matters just as much as training. We define performance as output directed toward a greater good, requiring belief in something bigger than oneself and a mission-oriented aiming point. From there, we break down: Why purpose gives your performance a directionHow to prepare the spirit, mind, and bodyThe training principles of load, load ability, and specificityWhy “to swim, you must swim” applies to performance far beyond sportWhat Patrick Mahomes can teach us about focused training, avoiding unnecessary gimmicks, and using your platform for a greater good Elite performance isn't about chasing every new trend. It's about knowing what you're aiming at—and consistently building the capacity to get there. - If you have a question you want answered, Submit it ⁠HERE⁠ Follow us on ⁠Instagram⁠ Watch us on ⁠YouTube⁠ Visit our ⁠Website⁠ Want to help share the message of Hope with others? One big way to help is by sharing this episode with friends and leaving a rating and review.

  8. Sep 2

    Do You Really Need Rebounding for Lymphatic Drainage? Mini trampolines, Vibration plates, and more

    Do you really need rebounding for lymphatic drainage, or can everyday movement provide many of the same benefits? We answer a listener question about mini trampolines and vibration plates while breaking down what rebounding actually does, where the claims get overstated, and why consistent movement may matter more than the latest wellness tool. In this episode, we cover: Mini trampoline vs. vibration plate for lymphatic drainage What rebounding actually does—and what it doesn't How movement and muscle contraction support the lymphatic system Why fear-based wellness marketing can distract from proven habits If you're wondering whether you need a rebounder, vibration plate, or another wellness tool to optimize your health, this episode will help you separate popular trends from practical principles and focus on movement that supports long-term performance and resiliency. - If you have a question you want answered, Submit it ⁠HERE⁠ Follow us on ⁠Instagram⁠ Watch us on ⁠YouTube⁠ Visit our ⁠Website⁠ Want to help share the message of Hope with others? One big way to help is by sharing this episode with friends and leaving a rating and review.

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With hosts Brandi and Doc Dillon (PT, DPT, SCS), this podcast answers athletes' and high performers' questions related to health, wellness, sports performance, physical therapy, injuries, habits, goals, leadership, and how to live a life of hope. If you have a question, Asks Us Here: hopenotnope.org/podcast

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  • Creator
    Hope Not Nope
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    150
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