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Episode 206

EPISODE 206  ·  COACHES, DOCTORS & PERFORMANCE SCIENCE  ·  48 MIN  ·  DECEMBER 14, 2023

Danielle Chow-Leong

Sports Therapy

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In this episode

Have you ever wondered what it takes to be a successful therapist working with some of the world's top athletes? Join us, as we chat with a seasoned therapist boasting a 23-year career in sports therapy. She spills the tea on the importance of exclusivity, the trials young therapists encounter, and the crucial role of trust and confidentiality in this niche. Our conversation takes you behind the scenes, highlighting the invaluable lessons she learned on her journey and her experience with a national team cyclist.

This episode gets even more interesting as we explore the frequency and necessity of RMT treatments for athletes and the general populace. We caution against the pitfalls of an unhealthy dependency on RMT, emphasizing the significance of natural healing. Our guest, a proud representative of Team Canada, gives a thrilling account of the honor of representing her nation in major sporting events and the athletes' push for diversity within the medical team.

It's not all seriousness though - we round off this engaging episode with a candid chat with Danielle, an Olympic massage therapist. She passionately discusses the gender imbalance in her field and her fight for increased representation. So grab a cuppa and join us for a rare peek into the world of sports therapy, exclusivity, and high performance - you don't want to miss it!

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Chapters

0:00  Athletes, Therapy, and Professional Success
8:44  The Frequency of Athlete Treatment
20:40  The Experience of Representing Team Canada
31:18  Gender Balance and Athlete Focus
42:18  Movement and Care for Athletes
46:33  Finding Daniel on Social Media

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More Coaches, doctors & performance science episodes →

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