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Allan Besselink is a physiotherapist, endurance sports coach, educator, and author of the book "RunSmart: A Comprehensive Approach To Injury-Free Running". He is the CRO of the Smart Life Project in Austin, Texas - a health initiative that provides sports science solutions for training, rehab and life. Life is a Sport - Play Smart.
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Consumer's Guide To Health #44: Can MDT Save Health Care? - May 24,2012 | Episode 44: "Can MDT Save Health Care?". Orthopedic complaints such as back pain are some of the most common issues for which patients seek medical care. The majority of these complaints are effectively addressed via self care strategies. Unfortunately, the cost of care for many of these problems is staggering due to outdated and ineffective treatment approaches. Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy - a treatment approach that emphasizes self treatment and prevention - may in fact hold the keys to the problems facing health care. Todays guest is Curt Rickert, PT, Dip. MDT. | 5/24/12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Consumer's Guide To Health #43: Is It Really An Injury? - May 10,2012 | Episode 43: "Is It Really An Injury?". It is important to understand the differences between strain and pain - during sports and fitness activities, and during activities of daily living. This episode will focus on competent self care strategies that can be utilized to decide if you have an injury, or not. | 5/10/12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Consumer's Guide To Health #42: Heat And Your Health - Apr 26,2012 | Episode 42: "Heat And Your Health". Special guest is Dr. Shannon Mitchel. The temperatures are rising outside, so it is important to know how to stay healthy in the heat. Dr. Mitchel will provide listeners with some practical tips on safe exercise in the heat. | 4/26/12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Consumer's Guide To Health #41: WalkSmart - Apr 12,2012 | Episode #41: WalkSmart. Walking is one of the best exercise options available. Walking may be one of the primary solutions in the battle against obesity in this country. WalkSmart is a unique approach to walking, utilizing high intensity intervals and a walking form similar to running. | 4/12/12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Consumer's Guide To Health #40: Fear Of Health Care Reform - Mar 29,2012 | Episode 40 - Whos Afraid Of Health Care Reform? Health care reform is front and center these days as it makes an appearance in front of the Supreme Court. People are polarized about health care reform, and many are afraid of what health care will look like because of it. But is the fear unfounded? | 3/29/12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Consumer's Guide To Health #39: Affordable Health Care - Mar 15,2012 | Episode 39 "Affordable Health Care". Episode guest: Dr. Shannon Mitchel. There is much talk of the Affordable Health Care Act, Obamacare, and the like - but what is really necessary to make health care affordable in the US? | 3/15/12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Consumer's Guide To Health #38: From Couch To Ironman - Mar 01,2012 | This episodes interview is with Iron-Woman Carrie Barrett, head coach of Fomo Training. | 3/1/12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Consumer's Guide To Health #37: The Marathon - Feb 16,2012 | CGH Episode 37: The Marathon - Training Progression Or Social Phenomenon? Guest for this episode is Marshall Burt, head coach for the Elite Training Group Track Club in Austin, Texas. | 2/16/12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Consumer's Guide To Health: Evidence, Science, And Beliefs - Feb 03,2012 | Todays epsiode: "Evidence, Science, And Beliefs". There have been countless treatment approaches that have utilized theoretical models that have little to no scientific evidence. Evidence-based practice should be viewed as "science-based practice". There is a huge impact of beliefs and perceptions on clinical practice. This episode will discuss these issues and the impact they have on the quality of health and health care globally. | 2/3/12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Consumer's Guide To Health: The Smart Life Project - Jan 19,2012 | This episode: The Smart Life Project - an overview. Host Allan Besselink will discuss the Smart Life Project - its mission, goals, and how it will be at the forefront of global changes in our system of health. | 1/19/12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Consumer's Guide To Health: New Models Of Health Care Delivery - Jul 07,2010 | Tonight's guest: Dr. Sidney Robin, Austin, TX. The health care system is facing a number of problems. If it's not a question of cost, it's a question of quality. And if it's not a question of quality, it's a question of accessibility and of value. The future of health care will see not only an evolution towards competent self care, but it will also see innovative changes in how health care is delivered. | 7/6/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Consumer's Guide To Health: Who Needs Evidence? - Jun 09,2010 | This episode: "Who Needs Evidence?". The phrase “ evidence-based medicine” is pervasive in health care now. As the phrase becomes more and more common, there seems to be a growing chasm between those that utilize the scientific method, and those that don’t. It’s creating a rather intriguing problem for patients and practitioners. | 6/8/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Consumer's Guide To Health: Training Principles For Health, Fitness, And Performance - May 26,2010 | This episode: "Training Principles For Health, Fitness, and Performance". Whether you're new to a fitness program, or trying to improve your performance, the principles that provide the foundation for your training remain the same. This episode will provide information on setting goals, training principles, and how to apply these principles to your own health, fitness, or performance program. | 5/25/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Consumer's Guide To Health: Social Media And The Health Care Consumer - May 12,2010 | This episode: "Social Media And The Health Care Consumer". Social media and Web 2.0 are changing the way that patients and health care providers interact. This episode of Consumer's Guide To Health will examine social media and how it applies to the health care consumer. Special guest: Dr. Eric Robertson, PT, DPT, OCS. Eric is a physical therapist that specializes in orthopaedic manual physical therapy. He is a faculty member of the PT program at Texas State University in San Marcos. Eric's main area of interest beyond manual physical therapy includes leveraging web technologies to improve evidence-based practice. He also has a blog entitled ptthinktank.com - critical observations of health, science, and the physical therapy profession. | 5/11/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Consumer's Guide To Health: Endurance And Power - A New Paradigm - Apr 14,2010 | This episode: "Endurance And Power - A New Paradigm". There has been a great deal of sports science research devoted to training strategies for endurance athletes and for power athletes. Traditional views would indicate a divergence in these approaches. But the sports sciences would indicate that perhaps these two diverse entities - endurance and power - are perhaps not as different as we once thought. This episode will discuss the presence of a new paradigm for training both of these concurrently. | 4/13/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Consumer's Guide To Health: Circadian Rhythms And Your Health - Mar 31,2010 | This episode: "Circadian Rhythms And Your Health". Circadian rhythms - or roughly 24 hour cycles in biochemical, physiological, or behavioral processes, can have a significant effect on the symptoms of disease, when to take medicines, when to eat and when to exercise (for beginners, in particular). They are also intimately related with sleep issues and even mood status. This episode will focus on how these natural biological circadian rhythms can be better understood, and how we can use that knowledge to improve our health. Special guest is Dr. Michael Smolensky. Dr. Smolensky is a leader in the field of medical chronobiology. He founded and for 10 years directed the Memorial-Hermann Center for Chronobiology and Chronotherapeutics -- the first polyclinic to utilize the methods and science of biological rhythm to diagnose and treat disease. He currently is a visiting professor at The University of Texas-Houston, Health Science Center and also Adjunct Professor of Biomedical Engineering at The University of Texas-Austin. Dr. Smolensky is the author or co-author of more than 235 scientific and clinical articles, and is also co-author with Lynne Lamberg of the popular book, "The Body Clock Guide to Better Health." | 3/30/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Consumer's Guide To Health: Mental Strategies For Fitness And Performance - Mar 17,2010 | This epsiode: "Mental Strategies For Fitness And Performance". Getting started in a fitness program can be a challenge - not only physically but mentally as well. Along the same lines, the mental aspects of training become critical in attaining your best performance. Either way, "training the brain" is an important part of the plan. This episode's special guest will be Dr. Christine Yarosh. Christine has a PhD in clinical psychology and has been a therapist for 22 years. Christine will help give us some insights into the mental limiters and mental training strategies for both fitness and performance. | 3/16/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Consumer's Guide To Health: Olympic Review - Mar 03,2010 | This episode: "Olympic Review". The 2010 Winter Olympics concluded this past weekend in grand style. It was another fine example of the Olympic spirit. We will discuss the highlights of the Vancouver Olympics and delve into what the Olympic spirit and experience really means. I will also share my own personal experiences as a medical staff member at the 1996 Summer Olympics in Atlanta. | 3/2/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Consumer's Guide To Health: McKenzie And The Athlete - Feb 17,2010 | "McKenzie And The Athlete". The McKenzie Method is an assessment method for musculoskeletal conditions that has gained considerable support in the scientific research. But as it stands, the sports world is relatively devoid of McKenzie practitioners. With it's focus on self care strategies, mechanical assessment procedures, and prevention, the McKenzie Method is the perfect fit for an active population. This episode's special guests will be Bridget Clark, PT, MSPT, DPT and Curt Rickert, PT, Dip. MDT. Both Clark and Rickert utilize the McKenzie Method in the care of the active, sports- and fitness-minded individuals, as does the show's host, Allan Besselink, PT, Dip. MDT. Besselink and Clark have recently collaborated on a chapter on running injuries for the upcoming book "Clinical Orthopedic Rehabilitation" by Brotzman and Manske (editors). | 2/16/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Consumer's Guide To Health: Naturopathy - Feb 03,2010 | This episode: "Naturopathy". Naturopathy is a system of primary health care, much like 'regular' medicine but with a different approach, and a set of defining underlying principles that inform how Naturopathic Physicians practice. This episode will discuss naturopathy, it's role in health care and self care, and how it differs from more traditional health care approaches. Special guest:Dr. Jane Reside, B.Sc., N.D. Dr. Reside has been practicing in downtown Victoria, BC since 2001. She began her naturopathic training at Bastyr University in Seattle, WA, and went on to finish the four year program at the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine in Toronto, ON where she graduated in 2000. Prior to naturopathic school, Dr. Reside obtained a degree in Biochemistry and Microbiology at the University of Victoria in Victoria, BC. | 2/2/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Consumer's Guide To Health: Health Resolutions - Jan 06,2010 | This episode: Health Resolutions. The start of the new year sees many people resolving to become healthier and happier in the upcoming year. With that in mind, the first episode of 2010 is an appropriate time to discuss health resolutions - how to set goals and make resolutions for the year, and how to put strategies into place to make them a reality. This episode's special guest will be Christine Yarosh. Christine has a PhD in clinical psychology and has been a therapist for 22 years. Her primary area of interest is the mind-body connection. Join us for a great discussion to get the new decade rolling! | 1/5/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Consumer's Guide To Health: 2009 Health Review - Dec 09,2009 | This episode: "2009 Health Review". The past year has seen a lot of news in the health and health care worlds. Tonight's episode, the last episode for 2009, will discuss many of the key health news issues for 2009. | 12/8/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Consumer's Guide To Health: Healthy Eating For The Holidays - Nov 25,2009 | The holiday season is rapidly approaching. You've been active and maintaining a healthy diet, but how do you survive the holidays? Some simple nutritional concepts can help you not only survive the holiday season, but enjoy it along the way! This episode's guest is Marsha Beckermann, registered dietician and former Food Coach for the University of Texas athletics program. | 11/24/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Consumer's Guide To Health: The Injured Runner - Nov 11,2009 | This episode: The Injured Runner. If you're running a winter or spring marathon, you're probably well into your training by now. Unfortunately, this is also the time that the first big wave of running injuries appear. In this episode, I will discuss the injured runner - and an evidence-based approach to dealing with your running injury optimally. | 11/10/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Consumer's Guide To Health: Health Care Reform - Oct 28,2009 | Health care reform probably requires little introduction. We're in the midst of some challenging discussions regarding the cost of health care, the quality of ihealth care, and the ability of the patient to access health care. Should the government be involved? What impact is reforming going to have on the average person? We've been exposed to a lot of misinformation, and a lot of diatribe. In this episode, we will discuss some of the issues facing successful health care reform - from the perspective of the provider, and the patient. Special guests: Dr. Quentin Lobb (anaesthesiologist, Norman, OK) and Robin Warnken (massage therapist and personal trainer, Austin, TX). | 10/27/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Consumer's Guide To Health: Diabetes - Oct 14,2009 | Guest: Allison Sullivan | 10/13/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Consumer's Guide To Health: Yoga - Just This Breathe - Sep 30,2009 | The word yoga means "union" in Sanskrit. This union takes place between the mind, body and spirit. What we commonly refer to as "yoga" typically means physical postures and poses. In this episode, "Yoga - Just This Breathe", we will discuss one approach to the practice of yoga. This episode's special guest will be Austin business professional Kelly White - a transformational leader and member of Austin real estate's Good Life Team who has developed "Just This Breathe - A 30 Day Journey Of Self-Exploration". This 30 day yoga-based program is, as White describes it, "Real yoga by real people for real people". | 9/29/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Consumer's Guide To Health: Fitness - A Beginner's Guide - Sep 16,2009 | Many people want to start with an exercise program, but really aren't sure how to do so or what references to use. In this episode, "Fitness - A Beginner's Guide", we will discuss how to get started with a safe fitness program, and hopefully dispel some myths along the way! This episode's special guest will be Austin personal trainer and massage therapist Robin Warnken, owner of Austin Sports Massage And Fitness (http://www.austinsportrx.com). | 9/15/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Consumer's Guide To Health: Marathon Training - Sep 02,2009 | "Marathon Training". The spring marathon training season is beginning. On this episode I will discuss strategies to optimize your training and to prevent injury in the process. Guests TBD. | 9/1/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Consumer's Guide To Health: Hardrock/Badwater Special - Aug 19,2009 | "Hardrock/Badwater Special". Ultrarunners Joe Prusaitis and Rob Youngren join me for a follow-up discussion regarding their adventures at this year's Hardrock and Badwater ultras. | 8/18/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Consumer's Guide To Health: Nutrition 101 - Aug 05,2009 | "Nutrition 101". This show will discuss the basic principles of healthy nutrition. Special guest is Austin sports nutritionist Meredith Terranova. | 8/4/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Consumer's Guide To Health: The P1 Project - Jul 22,2009 | "The P1 Project". The mission of the Physio One Project is to promote consumer awareness and advocacy regarding the role, evidence, standards, and outcomes of physical therapy in both health and health care, injury recovery and injury prevention.This will focus on 2 key areas - promoting the autonomous practice of and direct access to physical therapists within the health care system (and the limiters that affect this), and promoting evidence-based practice within the scope of practice of physical therapy. | 7/21/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Consumer's Guide To Health: Training In The Heat - Jul 08,2009 | "Training In The Heat". It's summer and the heat makes it much more difficult to remain active. This episode's special guest is Meredith Terranova, Austin sports nutritionist. We will discuss strategies to help you deal with the heat. | 7/7/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Consumer's Guide To Health: The Economics Of Back Pain - Jun 24,2009 | "The Economics Of Back Pain". Up to 80% of people will have an episode of back pain this year. This episode will discuss the real issues related to back pain, with a focus on the economics of the issue. | 6/23/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Consumer's Guide To Health: The Marshall Burt Interview - Jun 10,2009 | "The Marshall Burt Interview". Marshall Burt is an Austin-based track coach and head of the Elite Training Group Track Club. His notoriety stems from his online presence and views on health and training that challenge the beliefs of many. This episode will expose some of Burt's beliefs, his approach, and why he might not be so crazy after all. | 6/9/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Consumer's Guide To Health: The McKenzie Method - May 27,2009 | "The McKenzie Method". In this episode, I will discuss how the McKenzie method is an assessment and self-care approach to musculoskeletal injuries. It is focused not only on self-care, but prevention as well. The Method has a structured educational process for clinicians, and a number of patient-oriented books to guide them in competent self care strategies. Special guests to be announced. | 5/26/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Consumer's Guide To Health: Ultrarunning - May 13,2009 | "Ultrarunning". For many, there is a special appeal to trail running. Past the marathon distance, they call it "ultrarunning" - and it's not just for the experienced runner. Guests include: - Rob Youngren: (Huntsville, Alabama) ultrarunner who has completed the Grand Slam of Ultrarunning - which consists of officially finishing the Western States 100, the Vermont 100, the Leadville Trail 100, and the Wasatch Front 100 - all in the same year. - Joe Prusaitis: (Austin, Texas) ultrarunner, coach, and race director. He has also completed 82 ultras - 26 of which were 100 miles. In July 2003, he completed the Hardrock 100 and Badwater back-to-back. Joe is a race director for many Texas events including the Bandera 100/50/25K and Rocky Raccoon 100/50 mile events. - Josh Kennedy is an SSI athlete and regular contributor to the SSI discussion forum. He has shared many of his race reports on this site. Most recently, he completed the inaugural Pinhoti 100 along with the Western States 100. Josh recently completed a "Rim To Rim To Rim" run at the Grand Canyon. | 5/12/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Consumer's Guide To Health: The Ironman Journey - Apr 29,2009 | "The Ironman Journey". Training for your first Ironman triathlon is an adventure. The 2.4 mile swim, 112 mile bike, and 26.2 mile run challenges you not only physically, but mentally, emotionally and spiritually. Join me with special guests Shawn and Carrie Barrett as we discuss what it's like to prepare for the adventure, and what how it affects you afterwards. | 4/28/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Consumer's Guide To Health: Direct Access To Physical Therapy - Apr 15,2009 | "Direct Access To Physical Therapy". Legislators in many states such as Texas and California are discussing direct access to physical therapy. This episode will discuss this important health care issue - what it is, what it means to you as a consumer of your health care, and how it will impact both your access to care and the cost of your care. Special guests will include Paul Hardin, Executive Director of the Texas Physical Therapy Association, and Jerry Durham, physical therapist and owner of San Francisco Sport and Spine Physical Therapy. | 4/14/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Consumer's Guide To Health: Health Care Reform - April Fool's Special - Apr 01,2009 | "Health Care Reform - April Fool's Special". Come join us as we discuss what Health Care might look like - in a land of fantasy (or is it just another take on reality?). | 3/31/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Consumer's Guide To Health: Recovery-Centered Training - Mar 18,2009 | "Recovery-Centered Training". RCT is a model for Injury Prevention-Based Training that I developed in 1999. It is a model for human performance based on the mechanisms of tissue recovery, adaptation and development. Let me take you on a tour of this new approach to injury-prevention-based training. | 3/17/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Consumer's Guide To Health: Health Care Issues - Access And Utilization - Mar 04,2009 | "Health Care Issues: Access And Utilization". Two of the primary issues for the health care consumer are access to care and the over- and under-utilization of those services by providers. These are two tough issues that affect all health care consumers and their health care dollars. | 3/3/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Consumer's Guide To Health: Running Injury Prevention - Feb 18,2009 | "Running Injury Prevention" will discuss issues related to the prevention of running injuries - based on the RunSmart book. | 2/18/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Consumer's Guide To Health: What Is Competent Self Care - And Why Do I Care? - Feb 04,2009 | "What Is Competent Self Care - And Why Do I Care?". | 2/4/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
| Total: 44 Episodes |
- Free
- Category: Alternative Health
- Language: English
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