Effective Warm-Ups Can Bring Peak Athletic Performance
An episode of the Past Your Prime podcast, hosted by Craig Smith - Pain Expert; Alex Keicher - Athlete; Smith Performance Center, titled "Effective Warm-Ups Can Bring Peak Athletic Performance" was published on April 9, 2026 and runs 30 minutes.
April 9, 2026 ·30m · Past Your Prime
Summary
In this episode of the Past Your Prime Podcast, dive into the science of effective warm-ups and how they play a crucial role in sports injury rehab and athlete injury recovery. Hosts pro volleyball player Alex Keicher and physical therapist Craig Smith reveal why traditional stretching might be harming your performance and increasing the risk of injury. Learn about the RAMP protocol (Raise, Activate, Mobilize, Potentiate) and how it enhances mobility training, protects joints, and optimizes your nervous system for better athletic performance. Whether you're managing lower back pain, hamstring tightness, or trying to stay active with injuries, this episode offers actionable strategies to help you stay strong and pain-free as you age. Perfect for busy parents fitness enthusiasts and active adults looking for effective recovery and injury prevention techniques.—WELCOME TO PAST YOUR PRIME!The podcast for active adults balancing fitness, family, and real life.Each episode, hosts Craig Smith (Physical Therapist, Strength Coach & Life Professional) and Alex Keicher (Pro Athlete, Busy Dad & Physically Broken) unpack real-world strategies for overcoming injuries, staying strong, and living pain-free... even when life gets chaotic!💡 Learn more, access resources, and join our community: 👉 pastyourprime.comFollow us on Instagram:📲 Alex – @spikerkeicher📲 Craig – @craigsmithPT
Episode Description
In this episode of the Past Your Prime Podcast, dive into the science of effective warm-ups and how they play a crucial role in sports injury rehab and athlete injury recovery. Hosts pro volleyball player Alex Keicher and physical therapist Craig Smith reveal why traditional stretching might be harming your performance and increasing the risk of injury. Learn about the RAMP protocol (Raise, Activate, Mobilize, Potentiate) and how it enhances mobility training, protects joints, and optimizes your nervous system for better athletic performance. Whether you're managing lower back pain, hamstring tightness, or trying to stay active with injuries, this episode offers actionable strategies to help you stay strong and pain-free as you age. Perfect for busy parents fitness enthusiasts and active adults looking for effective recovery and injury prevention techniques.—WELCOME TO PAST YOUR PRIME!
The podcast for active adults balancing fitness, family, and real life.
Each episode, hosts Craig Smith (Physical Therapist, Strength Coach & Life Professional) and Alex Keicher (Pro Athlete, Busy Dad & Physically Broken) unpack real-world strategies for overcoming injuries, staying strong, and living pain-free... even when life gets chaotic!
💡 Learn more, access resources, and join our community: 👉 pastyourprime.com
Follow us on Instagram:
📲 Alex – @spikerkeicher
📲 Craig – @craigsmithPT
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