Best Episodes of Finding Small Wins

From Individuals to Teams: Psychological Cohesion & Team Dynamics with Dr. Alex Auerbach

Mental wellness and health are critical for high-performance athletes.Talent identification and character assessment are important in hiring personnel and acquiring players.The 11th to 15th players on a team play a crucial role in building cult

Redefining High Performance: Insights from US Soccer’s Rick Cost

13 days ago 1h

Creating a high performance environment requires clearly defined priorities, measured success, cooperation, and shared leadership responsibility.High performance personnel should possess expert knowledge, communication skills, empathy, collabor

The Role of Psychiatry in Sports: Insights from Dr. Brook Choulet

20 days ago 38m 19s

For more episode information and other content, head on over to www.AdamLoiacono.comIn this conversation, Adam interviews Brook Choulet, a sports and performance psychiatrist, about mental health in sports. They discuss the different credential

Evolving Sports Rehabilitation: A Deep Dive with Dr. Trevor Rappa

27 days ago 1h 3m

For complete episode information and more content, head on over to AdamLoiacono.comIn this conversation, Adam and Trevor discuss the return to sport process and the principles that guide their approach. They talk about the importance of balanci

Building Performance Programs in MLS Expansion Teams with Jarryd Phillips

May 14th, 2024 34m 42s

For complete episode info and more content, head on over to www.AdamLoiacono.comIn this conversation, Adam and Jarryd discuss Jarryd's journey in the soccer world, particularly his experience with an expansion team and the challenges they face.

Managing Return to Play: Strategies and Pitfalls with Chad Kolarcik

May 7th, 2024 1h 13m

For full episode details and content, go to www.AdamLoiacono.com for more!Chad Kolarcik shares his journey into professional sports and his transition out of it. He discusses the return to play process and the balance between maintaining perfor

Innovative Practices in Sports Science for Soccer Players with Jordan Webb

Apr 30th, 2024 1h 23m

For complete episode information, head on over to www.AdamLoiacono.comIn this conversation, Jordan Webb, a sports scientist at U.S. Soccer, discusses the challenges of managing international soccer players and the integration of data in decisio

Bridging Biomechanics and Physiology in Soccer with Mike Young, PhD

Apr 23rd, 2024 1h 1m

For complete episode details, go to www.AdamLoiacono.com Mike Young shares his journey from opening Athletic Lab to working with the North Carolina Courage in the NWSL. He discusses his background in track and field and the success he had as a

High Performance in International Soccer: Managing both Domestic and International Teams with Dr. Steve Fell

Apr 16th, 2024 1h 1m

Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Origin Story05:04 Joining the US Men's National Team08:19 Experience at the World Cup in Qatar23:16 Managing Health and Performance of Players28:46 Role in Managing Day-to-Day Training and Therapy31:42 Limitation

Muscle, Mind, and Mastery: Dr. Pat Davidson's Journey Through Strength and Science

Apr 9th, 2024 2h 19m

Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background10:42 The Evolution of Training over 30 Years36:15 Posture, Movement, and Constraints39:05 The Relationship Between Posture, Movement, and Injury42:18 The Importance of Mechanical Precision in Sports45:

Load Management Explained: Insights from the NBA and MLS with Dr. Matt Tuttle

Apr 2nd, 2024 1h 21m

Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background03:00 The Importance of Manual Therapy Fellowship06:00 Differences Between NBA and MLS/NWSL10:00 The Influence of Collective Bargaining Agreements15:00 Managing High Stakes Pressure and Emotional Toll20

Fostering Resilience in Young Athletes - A Parent and Coach Perspective with Mateus Manoel

Mar 27th, 2024 1h 1m

For further episode details, head on over to https://adamloiacono.comKEY TAKEAWAYS:Building trust and effective communication are crucial for successful collaboration between performance specialists and coaches.Sports science and technology can

Elevating Performance: The Role of Breath Work and Respiration in Pro Sports Physical Therapy with Andrew Hauser

Sep 5th, 2023 1h 7m