Ancient Wisdom Meets Modern Sports Medicine
Episode Overview
Importance of listening to young athletes and avoiding over-criticism. Applying Taoist wisdom to modern sports practices. Addressing overuse injuries in youth sports. The mental aspect of sports and its significance. Rise of pickleball among older athletes.
Don't be in the car on the way home from the activity critic with your son or daughter.
Ever wondered how ancient wisdom can be applied to modern sports medicine? In this episode of The Sports Doctor Radio Show, Dr. Robert Weil takes you on a journey that blends the old with the new. Dr. Bob kicks off the episode by discussing his consulting services for athletes, parents, and coaches, sharing his wealth of experience in sports podiatry. But it doesn't stop there. The episode also features Gerard Waters, a Taoist therapist master from the Netherlands.
Gerard brings a unique perspective, talking about the Tao and its thousands of years of wisdom and how it can be applied to sports and overall wellness. This episode is a goldmine for anyone interested in the mental and physical aspects of sports, from overuse injuries to the mental game. Dr. Bob also shares some of his wisdom on avoiding common pitfalls in youth sports, like over-criticism and the importance of listening to young athletes.
The episode wraps up with a discussion on the rapid rise of pickleball and its impact on older athletes. Whether you're a parent, coach, or athlete, there's something valuable here for you. So why not take a break and give it a listen? You might just find the advice you've been looking for.