#259 Physio, recovery, and the mind-body connection with The Swim Doc

Dr. Brian Cunningham has been USA Swimming's Physical Therapist for the last 12 years. As an experienced physical therapist and swimmer, he understands and maximizes the mind-body connection. His job is to relax the athlete and to help them unlock their highest potential by providing them with whatever it is they need. Recovery techniques, massage, or maybe an adjustment. 00:00 Bratter PA 01:30 USA Swimming Physical Therapist 05:30 What do you do well? 06:49 How do you get there? 12:40 Physio vs. Massage 15:00 Recovery 20:30 Over using methods 24:45 General therapy routine 33:19 Any Question 36:30 Hypermobility 39:00 theswimdoc.com Support Our Sponsors: BRATTER PA IMMIGRATION LAW: Exclusive immigration representation of athletes, entrepreneurs, artists, investors, and entertainers. SWIM ANGELFISH: Receive the tools and skills needed to teach swimmers with autism, physical disabilities, anxiety, sensory and motor conditions with Swim Angelfish, the global leader in adaptive swim. Get certified online today! BEINE WELLNESS BUILDING: Individualize your nutrition with genetic testing and personalized plans. Eat, supplement, and recover based on your genetics. VASA: Essential dryland for stronger, better, faster swimmers. Save 10% using the code "brett" at checkout! DESTRO SWIM TOWERS: Save $150 per double swim tower by using the code "brett" at checkout! SWIMNERD: Big and small digital pace clocks, virtual scoreboards, and live results. Subscribe to the Swimnerd Newsletter at swimspam.com Subscribe & Listen: Apple Podcasts Google Spotify YouTube Produced by: SWIMNERD