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The Driven Athlete

The Driven Athlete

De: Dr. Kyle Volstad PT DPT OCS FAAOMPT CSCS
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  • Affordable Regeneration For Active Lives with Dr. K | Ep 107
    Dec 3 2025

    Imagine filling cartilage potholes, dialing down brain inflammation in minutes, and steering your own cells to repair a scarred heart. That’s the promise and the nuance of regenerative medicine we explore with Dr. Ben of The Longevity Center in West Palm Beach, where real‑world protocols meet clear expectations and honest pricing.

    We walk through the foundations: smarter peptide use for athletes and active people, from BPC‑157, TB‑500, and GHK‑Cu for tissue repair to DSIP for deeper sleep. On growth hormone support, we outline stepwise pulses with CJC and ipamorelin before moving to tesamorelin, plus the crucial rule of cycling to protect natural production. Then we get tactical with stem cells: when to pick placental tissue allografts for joints, how much volume truly matters, and the typical timelines for pain relief and imaging changes. For systemic gains, we explain why adipose‑derived donor MSCs often beat umbilical options, and how intranasal delivery sends cells along the olfactory nerve to calm neuroinflammation fast.

    Heart health gets a spotlight with laser‑guided V‑cells—dormant cells activated to home to old scars when regular IVs won’t. We also tackle legality and ethics in the U.S., why minimal manipulation and zero culture expansion reduce risk, and how overseas “big numbers” can hide quality issues. Rounding it out, we share a longevity stack: clearing senescent cells with epithalon or FOXO4, daily micro‑dose NAD, and supportive tools like red light therapy, hyperbaric oxygen, ozone and eBOO, and PEMF to boost mitochondrial function and recovery.

    If you care about performance, pain relief, and cognitive resilience—and want clarity on what actually works—this conversation gives you a practical map. Subscribe, share with a friend who trains hard, and leave a review with the question you want us to tackle next.

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    52 m
  • Redefining Performance: Priorities, Community, And Modern Spine Care | Ep 106
    Nov 19 2025

    Want a stronger back without putting your life on pause? We sit down with nurse practitioner Brittany Madison to map a practical route from nagging pain to confident movement, blending modern spine surgery, targeted pelvic floor work, and the real‑world habits that keep active families going. Brittany works alongside a spine surgeon in the OR and at a med spa, so she brings a rare, 360‑degree view: conservative care, imaging, injections, motion‑preserving disc replacements, and the post‑op rehab that makes outcomes last.

    We start with the tools that support recovery and performance. Brittany explains how Mscella can dramatically improve pelvic floor function for men and women, from reducing incontinence to building lower abdominal strength that stabilizes the low back. Pair that with Msculpt Neo and thoughtful physical therapy, and you’ve got a strategy that helps pre‑hab before surgery or rebuild after. Expect specifics on when to use X‑rays and MRIs, how conservative options fit, and when neurological red flags mean it’s time to operate.

    This is also a playbook for busy parents. Brittany shares time‑saving tactics—keeping a packed gym bag, training during kids’ practices, and using goals like a half marathon or triathlon to stay accountable. We talk about shifting from high‑impact lifting to joint‑friendly strength like Pilates, barre, and weighted walks that protect the spine during long OR days. For the kids, we dive into youth conditioning at Arise, why multi‑sport exposure beats early specialization, and how a strong community lifts everyone.

    You’ll leave with a clear view of the path from first symptoms to recovery: imaging, plan, conservative care, motion‑preserving surgery when needed, minimal opioids, and a structured return to activity by six to twelve weeks. If that sounds like the kind of actionable, science‑grounded guidance you’ve been looking for, hit play, subscribe, and share this with someone who needs a nudge forward. Then tell us: what’s the one habit you’ll change this week?

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    57 m
  • From Confusion To Control: A Dietitian’s Guide To PCOS, Training, And Everyday Choices | Ep 105
    Nov 13 2025

    PCOS can feel like a maze of mixed advice, quick fixes, and symptoms that never quite add up. We bring in registered dietitian and PCOS coach Courtney Meinant to cut through the noise with an approach that’s personal, evidence-led, and actually doable. From first-hand experiences to client wins, we unpack what puts symptoms into remission and how to build a plan you can live with.

    We start by clarifying what PCOS is—and isn’t. The diagnosis doesn’t vanish, but the drivers behind irregular cycles, acne, fatigue, or weight changes are modifiable. Courtney breaks down the role of insulin resistance and why stabilizing blood sugar transforms energy, sleep, and hormones. You’ll hear exactly which labs matter, when to test them in your cycle, and how functional gut insights sometimes explain stubborn breakouts or androgen swings. We get practical on breakfast timing, protein-forward, fiber-rich meals, and why most intermittent fasting advice wasn’t designed for women with PCOS.

    Food choices don’t have to be all-or-nothing. We look at who benefits from full-fat dairy, when gluten limits make sense, and how to approach alcohol so your liver isn’t too busy to clear hormones. On the training side, we make the case for a balanced week: cardio for heart health, strength to improve insulin sensitivity, and restorative work to calm cortisol. Mental health gets real attention—PCOS can strain body image and mood—so we talk about building the right support team and checking nutrients like vitamin D, B12, iron, and folate.

    We wrap with supplement standards and travel-proof strategies. Inositol blends have strong research behind them; third-party testing like NSF and GMP keeps you safe. For holidays and flights, think protein-and-fiber pairings: roasted edamame, low-sugar jerky, eggs, nuts, or egg bites. Small changes compound fast. If you’re ready to move from confusion to control, subscribe, share this with a friend who needs clarity, and leave a review telling us the one habit you’ll start this week.

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    51 m
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