The Movement Driven Podcast

Movement Driven
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The Movement Driven Podcast with Dr. Greg is where pain meets performance. Each week, Dr. Greg — performance physical therapist and founder of Movement Driven in Jacksonville, Florida — shares practical strategies to help you move better, recover smarter, and stay active in the sports and activities you love. From breaking down chronic pain myths to exploring healthy aging, recovery science, and everyday movement tips, this podcast is designed to empower you with the tools and knowledge you need to bridge the gap between rehab and performance. Whether you’re an athlete, a busy parent, or sim

  1. 3D AGO

    More Than a Golf Lesson: Coach Mo on Movement, PT, and Raising Elite Junior Athletes

    What if the missing piece in your junior golfer's development isn't more lessons — it's how their body moves? In this episode of the Movement Driven Podcast, Dr. Greg sits down with Coach Mo Gesualdi (PGA, LPGA, TPI), Director of Instruction at The Golf Academy at St. Johns, for a candid conversation about what it really takes to develop young golfers for long-term success. Recorded live from BackNine Ponte Vedra, they dig into the full picture of junior athlete development — from TPI-based movement assessments and physical therapy to mental performance and nutrition. Topics covered include: Why sending a junior to PT before they're injured is one of the smartest moves a parent can makeHow boys and girls develop differently during growth spurts — and what that means for their golf swingThe real reason some juniors plateau (hint: it's not their swing)How a collaborative team of coaches, PTs, trainers, and mental performance specialists changed everything for one player — helping her earn a D1 college golf scholarshipWhat to look for in a junior golf program that develops the whole athlete, not just the scoreWhether you're a parent of a young golfer, a coach, or an athlete yourself, this episode will change the way you think about development, movement, and what it means to truly be ready to perform. 🎙️ Guest: Coach Mo Gesualdi, PGA, LPGA, TPI | The Golf Academy at St. Johns📍 Recorded at BackNine Ponte Vedra

    33 min

  2. APR 1

    Master Your Mobility: The Missing Link in Your Golf Swing

    The Masters is here — but better golf doesn't start with your swing. It starts with how your body moves. In this episode, Dr. Greg Goldberger breaks down the real reason your swing isn't improving: your body can't get into the positions a good swing requires. If you've watched every YouTube video, worked with instructor after instructor, and still have the same faults — this episode is for you. Dr. Greg covers the three biggest mobility limitations he sees in golfers (hips, thoracic spine, and scapular control), why your low back keeps taking a beating, and exactly what you should be doing right now to play better and stay pain-free all season. Whether you're a seasoned golfer or just getting into the game, this episode will change the way you think about performance and injury prevention on the course. 🎯 Key Takeaways: You don't have a swing problem — you have a mobility problemYour low back is paying for what your hips can't doIf you can't get into the position, you can't train the position📍 Local to Jacksonville or St. Johns? Visit Movement Driven for a TPI assessment and start feeling better within your first few visits.

    12 min

  3. MAR 25

    Fueling Recovery: The Nutrition Missing Link in Orthopedic Rehab

    Most people think rehab is just exercises and stretching — but tissue healing is biological, and what you eat directly impacts how fast (and how well) you recover. In this episode, Dr. Greg breaks down the critical connection between nutrition and orthopedic injury recovery, and why what you do in the other 23 hours outside the clinic matters just as much as your treatment sessions. You'll learn: Why protein intake needs to increase during injury — and how much you actually needThe truth about inflammation: why you need it, and when it becomes a problemAnti-inflammatory foods that support healing (turmeric, omega-3s, leafy greens, and more)How hydration and electrolyte balance affect joint health, muscle function, and recovery speedThe role of magnesium in muscle relaxation, sleep quality, and nervous system regulationWhy gut health is the overlooked foundation of a strong recovery3 simple nutritional shifts you can start this week if you're currently in physical therapyWhether you're recovering from surgery, managing a nagging injury, or trying to optimize your rehab results, this episode gives you a practical, science-backed starting point. 🎁 Free Resource: Download the Ultimate Nutrition Guide for Orthopedic Injury Recovery — a simple roadmap covering what to eat, what to limit, and how to structure your meals to support healing. 📍 Visit movementdriven.com to book a discovery call and get personalized support for your recovery.

    20 min

  4. MAR 18

    Why Spring Is Peak Injury Season (And How to Train Smart)

    The weather warms up, motivation spikes — and so do injuries. In this episode, Dr. Greg Goldberger breaks down exactly why spring is one of the most dangerous times of year for active people, and what you can do about it. You feel good, the sun is out, and you're ready to go hard. But here's the problem: your tissues aren't ready. Dr. Greg explains why muscles may feel fine while tendons are still lagging behind, how sudden load increases lead to breakdowns over time, and why feeling good is not the same thing as being prepared. You'll learn: Why injuries spike at the start (and end) of sports seasonsWhat actually happens inside your body when you ramp up too fastHow to change one variable at a time to build safelyWhy a performance plateau might be your first warning signHow post-activation potentiation (PAP) can help prime your body the right wayWhether you're a runner, a weekend warrior, or just getting back outside after a slower winter — your body needs a plan, not just motivation. 🎧 New to the show? Check out our episodes on PAP and post-activation potentiation to level up your warm-up and prep routine. The Movement Driven Podcast is your go-to resource for training smarter, moving better, and staying in the game longer. MovementDriven.com

    10 min

  5. MAR 11

    TPC Week Special: How to Add Distance Without Destroying Your Back

    With the pros teeing it up at TPC Sawgrass this week, there's no better time to talk about what it actually takes to swing faster and hit it further — without wrecking your lower back in the process. In this episode, Dr. Greg breaks down why most amateur golfers are spinning their wheels chasing more distance, and what they're missing when it comes to real rotational power development. Spoiler: it's not more stretching. You'll learn: Why mobility alone will never increase your club head speedHow your thoracic spine and hips are supposed to be doing the heavy lifting — and why your lumbar spine shouldn't be rotating at allWhy strength and control through full range of motion is the true foundation of a powerful golf swingHow the rehab-to-performance continuum applies directly to your gameWhy low back pain flares up the moment you start swinging harder — and how to get ahead of itWhile the pros are competing down the road at TPC Sawgrass, this one's for the amateur golfer who wants to train smarter, swing stronger, and stay healthy doing it. If your goal this season is more distance and less back pain, your body needs to be trained like an athlete. Dr. Greg and the team at Movement Driven / Physiotherapy Performance in Jacksonville and St. John's are here to make that happen. 🔗 Book your discovery call at movementdriven.com

    14 min

  6. MAR 4

    The Warm-Up Hack That Unlocks More Speed, Power & Performance

    Are you training hard but still leaving power and speed on the table? In this episode of The Movement Driven Podcast, Dr. Greg breaks down Post-Activation Potentiation (PAP) — a science-backed training strategy that can instantly unlock more strength, speed, and explosive performance. Whether you're a golfer looking to add yards off the tee in St. Johns or a runner hitting the trails in Jacksonville, your warm-up could be the missing link between where you are and where you want to be. Dr. Greg explains in simple terms why priming your nervous system with heavy lifting before explosive movements leads to bigger power outputs — and why static stretching before a power workout may actually be working against you. In this episode, you'll learn: What Post-Activation Potentiation (PAP) actually is — in plain languageWhy your nervous system matters more than stretching before a power-focused workoutThe exact protocol: how heavy to lift, how long to rest, and which movements to pairHow PAP applies to golfers, runners, CrossFitters, and active adults 30+Why rebuilding strength before layering in power is critical after injuryHow to ask yourself the right question before every workout: Are you warming up to feel loose — or warming up to perform?Whether you're a weekend warrior, a competitive athlete, or an active adult who wants to keep up with life's demands, this episode gives you the tools to train smarter — not just harder. 🎧 Listen now and rethink your warm-up. The Movement Driven Podcast is produced in Northeast Florida and built for driven individuals who want to move, feel, and perform better at every age.

    16 min

  7. MAR 1

    Master Your Mobility: The Missing Link in Your Golf Swing

    The Masters is here — but better golf doesn't start with your swing. It starts with how your body moves. In this episode, Dr. Greg Goldberger breaks down the real reason your swing isn't improving: your body can't get into the positions a good swing requires. If you've watched every YouTube video, worked with instructor after instructor, and still have the same faults — this episode is for you. Dr. Greg covers the three biggest mobility limitations he sees in golfers (hips, thoracic spine, and scapular control), why your low back keeps taking a beating, and exactly what you should be doing right now to play better and stay pain-free all season. Whether you're a seasoned golfer or just getting into the game, this episode will change the way you think about performance and injury prevention on the course. 🎯 Key Takeaways: You don't have a swing problem — you have a mobility problemYour low back is paying for what your hips can't doIf you can't get into the position, you can't train the position📍 Local to Jacksonville or St. Johns? Visit Movement Driven for a TPI assessment and start feeling better within your first few visits.

    12 min

  8. FEB 25

    Chronic Pain Isn’t a Character Flaw: Why Your Body Isn’t Broken

    If you have been living with pain for months or even years, you may have started to wonder: Is this just how my body is now? Am I broken? Why can’t I “fix” this? In this episode of the Movement Driven Podcast, Dr. Greg reframes chronic pain through the lens of nervous system science and movement physiology. He explains why pain that lasts longer than three months does not automatically mean ongoing tissue damage and why your body is not failing you. Inside this episode, we break down: • What actually defines chronic pain • Why tissues typically heal within 6 to 12 weeks • How compensation patterns quietly keep pain cycles alive • The critical difference between hurt and harm • Why avoiding movement makes pain more persistent • How graded movement exposure helps retrain your nervous system Chronic pain is multifactorial. It is not simply about “damage in the tissue.” Often, it is about nervous system sensitivity, fear avoidance patterns, and long standing movement compensations that reduce resilience over time. Dr. Greg explains how the body becomes more protective, why thresholds for pain can drop, and how the right type and dosage of movement can rebuild confidence, strength, and long term relief. If you have ever been told to just stop doing the things that hurt, this conversation will change how you think about recovery. Your body is not broken. Chronic pain is not a character flaw. And long term relief is possible with the right approach. MovementDriven.com

    18 min
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The Movement Driven Podcast with Dr. Greg is where pain meets performance. Each week, Dr. Greg — performance physical therapist and founder of Movement Driven in Jacksonville, Florida — shares practical strategies to help you move better, recover smarter, and stay active in the sports and activities you love. From breaking down chronic pain myths to exploring healthy aging, recovery science, and everyday movement tips, this podcast is designed to empower you with the tools and knowledge you need to bridge the gap between rehab and performance. Whether you’re an athlete, a busy parent, or sim

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  • Creator
    Movement Driven
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    32
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