The Physical Mindset Podcast

Today’s guest brings a wealth of expertise at the intersection of sports physical therapy, professional baseball, and academic instruction. Please welcome Tom Battaglia, PT, DPT, SCS, a seasoned Minor League Physical Therapist with the San Francisco Giants, where he serves athletes navigating the physical demands of pro baseball.Tom also shares his passion for teaching as an Adjunct Faculty member at Midwestern University, instructing musculoskeletal and therapeutic exercise. His foundational

Today I have a with me a very special guest. Jessica Issacs is the Lead Sports Dietitian for the Los Angeles Clippers. She has been working with them for the past almost 2 years. Her experience ranges from the Collegiate level with UCLA to the Mamba Academy and now the Los Angeles Clippers. While working for UCLA, she worked alongside the men’s and woman’s basketball team where she provided a high level of nutrition for those athletes. She know works for the Clippers where she helps out with player

We Back! Today I have with me a very special guest by the name of Dr. Shawna Israel. Her experience pans across a verity of sports and experience level. From the collegiate level to the pros. She received her B.S in Athletic Training at SDSU and went on to USC for her Doctorate in Physical Therapy at USC. She continued her work after graduation as Co-Head Club Sports Athletic Trainer for USC and eventually worked as a Sports Med Volunteer at the United States Olympic and Paralympic Committee After

On today's episode I have a very special guest with me. Dr.Hickmann has been the Sports Psychologist for the Los Angeles Clipper for 2 years now and has plenty of experience with the sports world. Working for the New York Jets from 2009-2014 and was also the Clinical and Sports Psychologist for the Brooklyn Nets from 2010-2014. She has also worked with the Navy and has been a Clinical Consultant for the NFL since 2010. Her experience is immersed in so many different venues that you wouldn't assume

Today on the show I have with me the one and only Carlos del Barrio from Atlético de Madrid. Carlos is an amazing individual who has worked so hard to get to where he is at today. We go through his journey of working with football club, teaching, and the hard decisions getting to the position. His story is one for those who are trying to make it professionally in the sports world and the necessary steps and sacrifices to be the best there is. Love his story and his humble attitude. A great

Today I have with me Professor and Doctor, Amy Wheeler. Doctor Wheeler is a sports psychologist that works closely with athletes around the world. She trains, advises, and helps athletes focus their attention on the task at hand and makes sure they play at the best level possible. She has worked along side golf players, soccer players, and was also the sports psychologist for the Los Angeles Lakers during their 2000-2001 NBA season. She still works closely with athletes and is a professor at

Today I have another special guest with me by the name of Justin Lee. Justin is Azusa Pacific DPT Program Graduate and is now a Physical Therapist that works in Hawaii. Justin has his own youtube channel called Lift for Change where he talks about Physical Therapy tips, how to get into Physical Therapy school, and important exercises to do to keep you in shape! Justin has an immense knowledge of what to do to excel and stand out to be a great Physical Therapist. His funny personality, knowledge, and

Today I have a very special guest by the name of John Murray. John is a San Fransisco Native and graduate from UC Berkeley with a BA in psychology and is a NSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist. John has been all over the world from Japan to Latvia training athletes to become better. He has also personally trained athletes like, Freddie Jones, Troy Bell, Joel Pryzbilla and Tayshaun Prince. One of John's greatest accomplishments was working with the Golden State Warriors from 2004-2011