The Everyday Athlete Athleticus

Eric Beard is a Boston based fitness professional, sports massage therapist, and former strength coach with over 20 years experience. He is passionate about helping his clients, patients and athletes reach their full potential and stay out of pain. Over the years Eric has had the opportunity to work with Olympic and professional athletes, national champions, high school athletes, as well the youth level, who just want to move well and stay strong. In this episode we discuss his unique perspective on the value of an athlete having a more interconnected health team supporting them and the difficulties faced by the everyday athlete when seeking to form their own support teams.

Dr. David Friedman is an an expert coach, with over 15 years experience training athletes at all levels, and holds a Doctorate in Health Science (DHSc) and a Masters in exercise science. Along with professional certifications from the American College and National Academy of Sports medicine. In this episode we get into the scientific studies and his own research on the benefits of complex training for long distance running . More specifically, How it enhances muscular endurance resulting in improved running economy, how it can be implemented into your own routine and how its ultimately a more efficient way to train for an event like a triathlon or marathon.

John Ryan was a two sport standout (soccer & lacrosse) D1 Athlete at Army, before serving and receiving a bronze star. His brief stint as a professional athlete was with the Long Island Lizards of the Major League Lacrosse back in 2008 (now the PLL). Although his pro days are over, he continues to play, even serving as team captain for Irelands National Team at the World Lacrosse Championships, while also training for ultra running events. In this episode, he reflects on his time in the military and provides insights into his approach to prioritizing an active lifestyle without limiting himself at work or at home.

Kelly Whittaker is a Boston-based fitness trainer, Barry's instructor and certified run coach. Not to mention, a 27-time marathon runner, including four Boston Marathons! She has an infectious energy that clearly serves her well in her profession and was evident in our conversation. In this episode, she gives insight into how she's been navigating the changes brought on by the pandemic as a Boston based Trainer. More specifically, where she's finding success, what's been challenging, and how the Barry's Boston crew has managed to keep going strong despite the obstacles.

Loveland native, Dr. Rhett Polka kicks off our first episode with Colin Reno and Ryan Fleming to discuss his innovative One80 Physical Therapy System, the impact of COVID on the industry, and how the rise of virtual health may provide athletes a more affordable way to incorporate physical therapy as a preventative measure.