#128 The Sports Doctor - Dr Robert Weil

Dr Robert Weil, D.P.M. who specialises in podiatric medicine, orthotics and sports medicine. He has written a column for the Naperville Sun and Aurora Beacon since 2007 as "The Sports Doctor". His goal is to provide sports medicine information to athletes, their families, coaches and all readers. Additionally, he hosts a weekly radio show, "The Sports Doctor". He addresses current topics in medicine and sports and often include guest speakers who bring a wealth of knowledge from their various professional backgrounds. But not forgetting his has also published a book called #HeySportsParents: An Essential Guide for any parent with a child in sports. (US), (UK) and (Canada). He has worked with prominent local athletes, including 2010 Olympic Figure Skating champion Evan Lysacek, four-time IHSA state tennis champ and former UCLA player Liz Lumpkin, and the 2010 girl's state tennis champion Jasmine Minor. Many of the top volleyball players at Sports Performance in Aurora have sought my services as well as top athletes in all sports. Many of his patients are active and recreational athletes like you and me. Foot screenings and an analysis of how an athlete walks and runs, the shape of their legs and the strength and range of motion can be incredibly helpful. He offers free screenings at his office as well as at Edward Health and Fitness Center at Seven Bridges in Woodridge and New Balance Naperville. He will address a variety of issues and topics on his website and invites you to visit the site again to learn more about the role of the foot in sports, common foot and foot related injuries, and information in all aspects of sports medicine. You can learn more about Bob via her website sportsdoctorradio.com and by connecting through his Twitter.  For more information about Mind Set Game connect with us on Facebook @mindsetgamepodcast For more information about James Roberts (the host of the podcast), visit fitamputee.co.uk and connect with me on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram