EP 26: Dan Braun | Bridging Rehab and Performance With Holistic Collaboration

Dan Braun, founder of Braun Performance + Rehab and host of the Braun Performance and Rehab Podcast with over 485 episodes, joins the show to share his expertise on bridging the gap between rehab and performance.

We dive into the key factors that can delay the return-to-play process, the skills strength coaches should develop to support athletes during rehab, and how to manage chronic injuries—like tendinopathies—in overworked athletes.

Dan also breaks down the biggest growth levers for his business, how he evaluates success beyond finances, and why he’s focused on scaling for greater impact. This episode is packed with actionable insights for coaches, clinicians, and anyone looking to improve athlete health and long-term performance.

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Chapters

04:47 Opportunities and Collaboration in Sports

07:34 The Importance of Teamwork in Return to Play

10:23 Understanding Return to Play: A Continuum

12:57 Avoiding Mistakes in Return to Play Assessments

16:06 Managing Chronic Injuries in Young Athletes

18:40 Balancing Workload and Recovery

21:32 Behavior Change in Young Athletes

30:27 Understanding Valgus and Athletic Performance

34:59 The Importance of Servant Leadership

39:02 Effective Communication in Coaching

41:50 Scaling Impact Through Efficiency

46:14 The Journey of Podcasting and Growth

49:57 Exploring the Nervous System and Success

55:51 Closing Thoughts and Future Directions