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Hansen PREP Talks

by Derek Hansen's Podcasts

The Hansen PREP Talks are focused on providing practical wisdom in discussions with experienced practitioners. The content is directed at all professionals involved in human performance, general health, recovery and rehabilitation, regardless of the age, level or abilities of athletes, clients and patients.

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Episodes

  1. PREP Talks Episode 013 - Drew Mitchell: Sport for Life and Physical Literacy

    In Episode 013, I sit down with a long-time friend, Drew Mitchell, to discuss the importance of physical activity and overall physical literacy amongst our youth. Living through a global pandemic the past year has amplified the concerns around both physical and mental health. Physical activity…

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  2. PREP Talks Episode 012 - Fergus Connolly: Lessons in Lifelong Learning

    In Episode 012, I had the pleasure of meeting up once again with Fergus Connolly to discuss his thoughts on education and learning in the field of sport performance and, quite honestly, any field in modern times. We discuss the traits of great leaders and mentors, and the importance of...

  3. PREP Talks Episode 011 - Gerard Friedman: The Art of Communication for Health & Performance

    In Episode 011, I sit down with Gerard Friedman to discuss the Art of Communication for Health and Performance. Gerard is formally trained an Athletic Trainer and has spent a good portion of his career working with the athletic population. But we find out that Gerard has also been slowly…

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  4. PREP Talks Episode 010 - Pat Davidson: Rethinking Education from the Razor's Edge

    In Episode 010, we have an in depth chat with Dr. Pat Davidson about the state of education in the fields of fitness and performance training. Pat is never one to mince words when it comes to his profession and provides an overview of his own personal experiences with formal education and...

  5. PREP Talks Episode 009 - Michelle Boland: Being 'All In' With Your Career

    In Episode 009, we speak with Dr. Michelle Boland about her journey from young athlete to dedicated scholar and then to passionate practitioner. Michelle is someone who pursued an education in performance after having a successful athletic career, combing her passions with her career goals. Once...

  6. PREP Talks Episode 008 - Rob Panariello: Putting in the Effort of a True Professional

    In Episode 008, we talk physical therapy and strength and conditioning with Rob Panariello. Having known Rob for almost 20 years, I have always respected the amount of quality time and effort he has put into two professions for over the entirety of his career. We discuss Rob’s educational...

  7. PREP Talks Episode 007 - Tommy Christian: Boosting Performance with Passion and Precision

    In Episode 007, we sit down with Tommy Christian, coach and owner at TC Boost based in the Greater Chicago, Illinois area. Tommy tells us about his career as a Division 1 football player at Northwestern University at the linebacker position, and how his training allowed him to play at a very high...

  8. PREP Talks Episode 006 - Doug Kechijian: Tactical and Practical Education

    In Episode 006, we are joined by Doug Kechijian to talk about the lessons learned through his education in both the military and the more conventional academic path for physical therapy school. We discuss the roles of both a practical based, hands-on education and one involving a conventional...

  9. PREP Talks Episode 005 - Carl Valle: An Education On Sport Technology

    In Episode 005, Carl Valle joins us to discuss the nuances of sport technology. While COVID-19 has forced us to use technology for communication, remote instruction and contact tracing, it has also given us time to examine what types of technology are providing the highest return on investment....

  10. PREP Talks Episode 004 - Erick Kozlowski: Athletic Training from Albuquerque to Air Force Academy

    In Episode 004, we are joined by the Head Athletic Trainer for the US Air Force Academy Football program, Erick Kozlowski. Erick begins our discussion by outlining his early years in school in Albuquerque, New Mexico, and how it influenced the early part of his career. Between working in a...

  11. PREP Talks Episode 003 - Justin Wickard: Choosing Your Path, Getting on Track, Finding Your Lane

    In Episode 003, we have the pleasure of speaking with sprint coach and speed consultant, Justin Wickard. The bulk of Justin’s career has been as a university Track and Field coach providing instruction in sprints, hurdles and relays. However, Justin has made a profound career change stepping away...

  12. PREP Talks Episode 002 - Bob Alejo: Making Good Choices Around Education and Careers in 2021

    In Episode 002 of the Hansen PREP Talks, we sit down with veteran coach and performance professional, Bob Alejo. Because of Bob’s extensive experience throughout the world of athletic performance and Strength & Conditioning, he offers both a broad and transparent view on all topics related to...

  13. PREP Talks Episode 001 - Dr. Ken Clark and Ryan Banta: The Education Behind Speed

    In our very first Episode of the Hansen PREP Talks podcast, we sit down with Dr. Ken Clark and Ryan Banta to talk about the science, art and education of speed and sprinting. It is a topic near and dear to all of our hearts and we wanted to efficiently cover all relevant issues within this…

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

The Hansen PREP Talks are focused on providing practical wisdom in discussions with experienced practitioners. The content is directed at all professionals involved in human performance, general health, recovery and rehabilitation, regardless of the age, level or abilities of athletes, clients and patients.

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Derek Hansen's Podcasts

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The Hansen PREP Talks are focused on providing practical wisdom in discussions with experienced practitioners. The content is directed at all professionals involved in human performance, general health, recovery and rehabilitation, regardless of the age, level or abilities of athletes, clients and...

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Hansen PREP Talks is created and hosted by Derek Hansen's Podcasts.
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