Touch the Wall: Dr. Nader on Setting Goals

Sponsors Momentous - Get 20% off your purchase at livemomentous.com when you enter code PLAYBOOK20 Mateina - Go to drinkmateina.com/PLAYBOOK for a discount on any purchase. Summary In this conversation, Nader shares his journey from being a soccer player to a successful collegiate swimmer and eventually a physical therapist. He discusses the challenges of balancing athletics and academics, the importance of mental preparation, and the impact of his health challenges on his athletic career. Nader also reflects on his experiences in college swimming, memorable moments, and the support he received from teammates and coaches. He concludes by explaining how he transitioned into the field of physical therapy after discovering his passion for helping others. He emphasizes the significance of connecting with clients, finding joy in their stories, and the motivation to help them succeed. Nader also reflects on his personal development goals and the importance of mental health in physical therapy. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 02:45 Athletic Journey: From Soccer to Swimming 06:07 Transitioning to College Swimming 10:04 Balancing Academics and Athletics 13:59 Memorable Moments in College Swimming 17:04 Mental Preparation and Recovery Techniques 18:50 Overcoming Health Challenges 25:35 Path to Becoming a Physical Therapist 27:18 Journey to Physical Therapy 28:15 Exploring Career Paths in Physical Therapy 31:27 Choosing a Specialization in Physical Therapy 37:56 Entrepreneurship in Physical Therapy 45:01 Connecting with Clients and Finding Joy 48:22 Personal Development and Superpowers Relevant Links & Contact IG/FB/YT/Nextdoor- @DNAPhysicalTherapy www.dnaphysicaltherapy.com Danielle Hering - https://www.thrutheheart.com/ David Elliott - https://www.davidelliott.com/ Austin Baraki - https://www.barbellmedicine.com/blog/team/dr-austin-baraki/?srsltid=AfmBOooihcVcdvRtej5vXih8K4aevrrWqXK9Gqama_c5YfDjyIA9sZ8h Jordan Feigenbaum - https://www.barbellmedicine.com/the-team/ Follow The Next Playbook  www.TheNextPlaybook.com Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn | Podcast | Blog