RECORDED MONDAY, MARCH 15, 2023 | Timestamps to come...
In this episode, Lethal talks to movement specialist George Whitehead about load management for professional athletes. They also discuss cumulative injury cycles and the mental and emotional well-being of elite athletes.
George is a strength coach, movement specialist, and course instructor at DBC Fitness in Miami, FL. Follow him on Instagram: @george_dbcfit
TIMESTAMPS
(1:22) - Introducing George Whitehead and the topic of load management
(9:30) - The current conversation surrounding load management, especially in the NBA.
(12:50) - George explains the "old school" perspective on load management vs pushing to one's limits.
(13:20) - George discusses Charles Barkley's post-career injuries
(15:00) - "You are getting a used car..." --- Today's athletes have more wear and tear on their bodies by the time they go pro than athletes of the past.
(18:30) - Youth athletes could benefit from more experienced and well-informed trainers.
(26:31) - A lot of college and pro athletes have been taught improper movement patterns.
(30:45) - Why a player might want to or be told to take a game off.
(35:45) - Devin Booker's string of injuries.
(37:47) - Ezekiel Elliott's career and the impact of injuries.
(43:00) - Wear and tear on basketball players vs football players
(45:00) - Basketball is basically plyometrics with a ball.