
All Episodes - Better Than Before
Tune in to Dr. Jake Aleck as he sits down with many inspiring people from the town of Frankfort and leading role models within their profession. Dr. Aleck brings in business owners, coaches, young athletes, and all other sorts of interesting breeds of people doing their best to make themselves and everyone around them #BetterThanBefore
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Kicking it with Dom Dzioban: The Journey of a Division I Athlete
Welcome to the Aleck Pain to Performance Podcast! In this episode, we sit down with Dom Dzioban, a former Griffin and current starting punter at Miami of Ohio. Dom shares his journey from high school to college and gives us insights into the life of a Division I athlete. We start by getting to know Dom and his background as a multi-sport athlete in high school, excelling in soccer. However, his passion for football led him to make the transition and pursue a career as a kicker and punter. Dom talks about the recruiting process as a specialist and how he earned a scholarship offer from the Redhawks. Dr. Jake Aleck and Dom discuss the high school preparation that played a crucial role in Dom's successful transition to the college level. They highlight the rigorous training and character-building at Lincoln-Way East, which mirrored a college program. Dom emphasizes the importance of physical and mental preparation and credits his coaches for shaping him into a well-rounded athlete. Moving on to his freshman year at Miami, Dom talks about the camaraderie among teammates and the differences between high school and college athletics. Dom sheds light on the daily routine of a Division I athlete, from early morning treatments to classes, meetings, and practice, leaving little time for anything else. Overall, this episode provides valuable insights into the life of a college athlete and the dedication required to excel in a Division I program. Join us as we dive into Dom Dzioban's journey and learn about the demands and rewards of being a specialist in football. Clinic Website: aleckpaintoperformance.com Clinic Instagram: @aleckptp Dr. Jake Aleck's Instagram: @drjake.aleck Dom's Instagram: @dominicdzioban19

What is Sport Specific Training with Cam Galgano, Owner of GPS Training
Dr. Jake Aleck sits down with Cam Galgano, owner of GPS Training, & discusses sport-specific training: what is it, is there such a thing, and which sports need it the most.

My Fitness Journey with SPENGA Co-Founder Amy Nielsen
Dr. Jake Aleck sits down with SPENGA co-founder Amy Nielsen. They chat about Amy's journey through fitness, her pregnancy with twins, and how SPENGA fuels her personal, physical, and family life to thrive!

SPENGA: The Best WERKOUT Ever with Co-Founder Amy Nielsen
Dr. Jake Aleck sits down with SPENGA co-founder Amy Nielsen. They chat about what SPENGA is all about, how SPENGA differentiates itself from other group fitness studios, and the sense of community felt when a member of their family!

Athlete Group Training with Cam Galgano, Owner of GPS Training
Dr. Jake Aleck sits down with Cam Galgano, owner of GPS Training, & discusses all things group training for athletes of all ages.

How We Treat Joint Pain with The Mckenzie Method
By performing simple exercises and movements, our patients improve their posture, decrease pain, and increase their ability to move freely. This way of treatment is evidence-based and has been proven to be effective in treating a wide range of conditions, from back pain and neck pain to shoulder, knee, sciatica, and headaches; if you move it, we treat it! If you're interested in learning more about how our doctors treat pain, I encourage you to check out our website or call for a free consultation with one of our doctors. aleckpaintoperformance.com

Speed Training with Cam Galgano, Owner of GPS Training
Dr. Jake Aleck sits down with Cam Galgano, owner of GPS Training, & discusses all things speed training for athletes of all ages.

Should You be Eating Fruit? - Something You Should Know with Dr. Jake Aleck
Dr. Jake Aleck explains the most common questions he gets regarding fruit: is it healthy, how much to eat, and are all fruits the same?

Make the Most out of your Fitness Wearable/Tracker
Dr. Jake Aleck and Dr. Kyle Richmond discuss how to make the most out of a fitness wearable/tracker. They cover which brands are out there, best practices in using one, and more! aleckpaintoperformance.com

Creatine
Dr. Jake Aleck and Dr. Kyle Richmond discuss common questions people have in regards to creatine. They cover what the benefits are, who should take it, how safe it is, and more! aleckpaintoperformance.com

Sciatica
Dr. Jake Aleck and Dr. Kyle Richmond discuss common questions people have in regards to ”Sciatica”. They cover what it feels like, ways to know if you are getting better or worse, and more! aleckpaintoperformance.com

Modernize Your Training
Dr. Jake Aleck and Dr. Kyle Richmond discuss a more modernistic approach to training. They explain what pattern and joint training are, how to implement them and more!

Habits Over Motivation
Dr. Jake Aleck and Dr. Kyle Richmond discuss the importance of habits and motivation. They also dive into which one is more important, how to alter your habits - whether good or bad, and much more!

Little Chat About Coffee
Dr. Jake Aleck and Dr. Kyle Richmond discuss coffee - how they were both introduced to it, bulletproof - what is it, when to stop drinking caffeine in a day, and more!

Are You Stretching Wrong?
Dr. Jake Aleck and Dr. Kyle Richmond dive into the modern approach of stretching: when to stretch, how long to hold a stretch, and why it is important.

Dr. Jake Aleck - BREAK-FAST: the Most Important Meal of the Day
You have probably heard, or your mother told you growing up, that "Breakfast is THE most important meal of the day," and for a good reason! Let's break it down.

Cam Galgano - GPS Training
Dr. Jake Aleck sits down with Cam Galgano, owner of Galgano Performance Systems (GPS). GPS – provides cutting-edge strength & conditioning training to developmental athletes in all sports, with a focus on measurable performance gains that will help young athletes excel both on the field and in their college recruiting process. His gym is located at 18404 S. 116th Ave. Unit D,G and H Orland Park. The two cover all sorts of topics in regards to human performance and how to make maximize the genetic potential of a young athlete. Feel free to learn more about Cam and GPS on his: website - trainatgps.com instagram - @gpstraining2018

Dr. Jake Aleck - Nutrition: Where to Start?
Welcome to the first solo-cast with Dr. Jake Aleck on the Better Than Before Podcast. In today's episode Dr. Aleck talks through his starting point when it comes to educating others on healthy dietary habits. Nowadays, nutrition is often over complicated on what to do - high fat, high carb, keto, paleo, vegan... depending on where you look, you'll find something that argues with what you just read. Here Dr. Aleck explains the simple starting point that everyone should consider - foods that heal (anti-inflammatory) or foods that hurt (pro-inflammatory). This is part 1 of a 4 part nutrition series that Dr. Aleck will cover throughout the next couple months. Enjoy!

Steve Tomczak - Football, Fitness, and Family
Dr. Jake Aleck sits down with Steve Tomczak, owner of Body Tech Total Fitness. The conversation covers Steve's growth through Lincoln Way and his personal football career, the Ron Tomczak Black and Blue game, how Body Tech was created and has transformed over the years, and what Steve personally believes is the most important attribute to live long and strong.

Nicky Allegretti - Frankfort to the NFL
Dr. Jake Aleck talks with NFL Offensive Lineman and Super Bowl Champion Nicky Allegretti during his brief off-season while back in town. The two talk about the importance of Lincoln Way East Football as Nicky's foundation to his football career, what it's like to play on the Kansas City Chiefs, how he works with Dr. Jake Aleck to keep his body strong and healthy, and his mental mindset throughout the years to be the best athlete and person possible.