The Be More Today Show
By Dr. Sean A Thomas, PT
The Be More Today ShowMay 09, 2020
BMT EP 146: “Control the Controllables” featuring founder of Chainless Fitness Marquis Ellison, CPT, CNC
“I have Crohn's disease, it doesn't have me” is a motto he adapted after being diagnosed with Crohn's in 2009. Fitness, nutrition, mindset and faith have helped him live with and manage Crohn's and now he gets to help others transform their lives.
What he loves the most about coaching is seeing his clients transformations and checking back into life. It's more than working out, it takes new habits, commitment and a lifestyle change for true transformation and he’s honored to serve at such a high level.
Check out the episode and learn how living with a chronic condition has enabled him to be empathetic and help those battling chronic conditions navigate the ups and downs of living with their conditions while still making health and wellness a priority. For more information follow his journey at www.chainlessfitness.com or on IG @coachquis09 and @chainless_fitness. For more information visit www.bemoretoday.com.
BMT EP 145: We G O.T. Next: A Look at the Growth of the Occupational Therapy
BMT EP 144: NYC Run Club Series feat. Forest Park Runners
BMT EP 143: "A.T. Last: A Look at the Growth of the AT Profession"
BMT EP 142: NYC Run Club Series featuring BedStuy Flyers
BMT EP 141: NYC Run Club Series featuring Witold's Runners
BMT EP 140: "The Runners Apothecary" featuring brand founder Kyndall Osibodu
Happy Black History Month! Episode 140 of the Be More Today Show features Kyndall Osibodu. Kyndall is from the south by way of Chicago. She has spent the last ten years advocating for increased investments in the leadership, power, and well-being of girls and women of color through participatory philanthropy, community organizing, and education. In addition to her philanthropic work, she is the Founder of The Runner’s Apothecary, a recovery brand for athletes.
She is passionate about increased capital access to women of color entrepreneurs, Black motherhood and maternal health, and the intersections of movement and recovery. All of her work is driven by her faith, womanism, and her desire to increase well-being and good health for all.
For more information about her products visit https://therunnersapothecary.com and don’t forget to subscribe to the Be More Today Show on all major podcasts and on You Tube.
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BMT EP 139: “What You Put In Matters” featuring Charlotte Werner MS, RD, CDN
BMT EP 138: “From The Ground Up” feat. Co-Founder of Fulton Insoles Libie Motchan
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BMT EP 137: "Be More in 24' feat. CEO of Be More Today Dr. Sean Thomas
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BMT EP 136: “The JAG Method” featuring CEO of JAG PT John Gallucci Jr., MS, ATC, PT, DPT
Physical Therapy Month 2023 concludes with our fifth and final guest for the month of October John Gallucci Jr., Join our conversation as we discuss his new book “The JAG Method”, how everyone can assess their entrepreneurial spirit, and discuss how AI and other world changes will impact for future of the profession.
John Gallucci Jr., MS, ATC, PT, DPT, is the CEO of JAG Physical Therapy, one of the fastest growing comprehensive physical and occupational therapy practices providing rehabilitative care to patients and sports teams in over 140 locations across the Northeast. Recognized by ROI-NJ as one of the top 20 influencers in healthcare, Gallucci has received numerous additional honors, including the Ernst and Young Entrepreneur of the Year Regional Award Winner and the American Physical Therapy Association of New Jersey Distinguished Professional of the Year for his work. An expert in sports medicine, rehabilitation, and injury prevention, Gallucci serves as the Medical Coordinator for Major League Soccer (MLS), coordinating the medical care of more than 800 professional soccer players. He is also a Sports Medicine consultant for professional athletes in the NHL, NFL, NBA, and MLB. A noted author, John released his first book titled Soccer Injury Prevention and Treatment in 2014 and his second book titled Play Ball: Don’t Let Injuries Sideline You This Season in 2018. Following the release of his medical-based publications, John worked diligently to write a book that can provide inspiration to anyone striving for success.
In His newest book entitled The JAG Method, a 30 minute motivational guide to success, John shares his personal journey and his inspirational rags-to-riches story, recounting the challenges he experienced and persevered through. Out for presale right now.
BMT EP 135: “Growing Gains” featuring Physical Therapist and Athletic Trainer Jess Barsotti
Physical Therapy Month 2023 continues with our fourth guest for the month of October Doctor of Physical Therapy and Athletic Trainer Jess Barsotti. Join our conversation as we discuss the reals signs and symptoms of Sciatica, the challenges in managing plantar fasciitis, and when/if the benefits of manual and instrument assisted manual techniques are most effective to reduce pain. For more information about JAG Physical Therapy visit www.jagpt.com.
Jess Barsotti is a licensed physical therapist and the associate clinical director of JAG Physical Therapy Ocean City as well as a certified athletic trainer. Jess was born and raised in Vineland, NJ and attended St. Augustine Prep where he wrestled and played football and earned numerous student athlete accolades. He moved to Boston to receive his bachelor’s degree in athletic training from Boston University in 2006 and went on to receive a doctorate degree in physical therapy from Boston University in 2008. During his clinical rotations he had the opportunity to work with the Indiana Pacers, the BU Terrier Ice Hockey Team, and the MIT Engineer Football Team. Jess also assisted as a medical volunteer for the Boston Athletic Association's 2005 and 2006 Boston Marathons. Jess worked as a physical therapist in Boston as well as serving as Head Athletic Trainer at Arlington High School 2008-2009. Jess has treated a wide range of sports and orthopedic conditions, and he has developed new treatment techniques for plantar fasciitis and sciatica. A member of the American Physical Therapy Association, Jess presented his research on plantar fasciitis to the APTA of Massachusetts in 2015. Jess worked as clinical director of two physical therapy facilities in Boston while also completing a two-year fellowship certification in the American Academy of Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapists in 2016 and now mentors future fellows for the American Academy of Manual Therapy. Jess moved to Linwood, NJ with his family in 2019 and spends most of his free time at the beach in Ocean City. Jess is dedicated to improving the standard of care in physical therapy and is an active clinical instructor, regularly accepting clinical students from Thomas Jefferson University, Stockton University, Rowan University, Boston University, Northeastern University, and MGH’s Institute of Health Professions to help educate future physical therapists. Jess has experience working with all types of patient populations including but not limited to sports/work-related injuries, pediatrics, and post-surgical cases, as well as neurological conditions such as Parkinson’s disease, multiple sclerosis, concussions and traumatic brain injuries. Jess became certified in dry needling in New Jersey in November 2022 and offers dry needling as an adjunct treatment to all appropriate patients.
BMT EP 134: "Hopeful Revolutions" featuring VP of People Operations at JAG PT Saafir Jenkins
Passionate about driving transformative change and innovation within the realm of Human Resources, Saafir Jenkins is an accomplished HR Executive with a proven track record of delivering strategic solutions that elevate organizations to new heights. With a keen understanding of the evolving landscape of talent management, employee engagement, and organizational development, he thrives in creating forward-thinking strategies that align with business objectives and foster a culture of growth and excellence. Leveraging his expertise in HR technology, data-driven insights, and collaborative leadership, Saafir successfully orchestrates impactful initiatives that enhance employee experiences, optimize processes, and drive sustainable business results. Committed to staying at the forefront of industry trends, he continuously seeks out innovative approaches and best practices to revolutionize traditional HR practices and unlock the full potential of human capital. He is recognized as a visionary HR Executive dedicated to empowering organizations to thrive in the face of change.
For more information about JAG PT and their services visit www.jagpt.com.
BMT EP 133: “There’s MORE to your Pelvic Floor” featuring Michelle Dela Rosa PT, DPT, PRPC
Michelle graduated with a master’s in physical therapy from Boston University in 2000. While at BU, she competed at the collegiate level as a member of the university’s track and field team. In 2005, she obtained her Doctorate in Physical Therapy from the State University of New York at Stony Brook.
As a native of West Windsor, NJ, Michelle opened her own practice, Connect Physical Therapy, in Hamilton in 2009, which had grown to become a leader of pelvic physical therapy in the state. She opened a second location in Howell, NJ in 2015. Their YouTube channel showcasing pelvic health education quickly grew to almost 100K subscribers. Michelle lectures on women’s and men’s health issues at many community events throughout New Jersey. She also enjoys being a teaching assistant for the Herman and Wallace Pelvic Rehabilitation Institute and earned the Pelvic Rehabilitation Practitioner Certification (PRPC), which identifies her as a specialist in the women's and men's pelvic health fields.
For more information visit www.jagpt.com.
BMT EP 132: "Professors, Practice, and Puns" featuring Director of Clinical Education at JAG PT Jonathan Elias, PT, DPT, OCS
Jonathan graduated from SUNY Downstate Medical Center in 2013 and began his career in outpatient orthopedic practice. In 2017, Jonathan became a Board Certified Orthopedic Specialist. Jonathan is also an adjunct professor at the College of Staten Island’s Physical Therapy Program, with focus on orthopedic practice and therapeutic exercise. Other practice interests include: Differential Diagnostics, Vestibular evaluation and treatment, return to sport treatment, and post-operative care. Jonathan has also worked with other organizations to give guest lectures and in-services. When not treating or teaching, Jonathan performs both stand-up and improv comedy.
For more information about JAG Physical Therapy visit www.jagpt.com. For more information about the Be More Today Show visit www.bemoretoday.com.
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BMT EP 131: “Age Successfully” featuring Carrie Bloss Executive Director of Heights and Hills
She most recently co-led Project Hospitality as their Executive Director, heading up PH’s executive management team, overseeing the organization’s programs, finance, and operations functions. The organization is focused on services in Staten Island and offers a comprehensive continuum of compassionate care that begins with street outreach, shelter, and soup kitchen and food pantry, and extends to treatment, other clinical and support services, and transitional and permanent supportive housing. In addition to modernizing the agency’s infrastructure, Carrie relocated programs to spaces that better meet client needs and entered into a joint venture to develop supportive housing. Carrie also worked with the senior leadership to address the agency culture. Together they built lines of communication, trust, and greater collaboration between staff and across departments.
Carrie was previously at Breaking Ground for over 11 years in multiple roles. As Vice President of Leasing and Compliance she oversaw internal evaluation for all service areas, the organization’s affordable housing and government contract compliance, and the government grants management function. In a prior role, she managed several housing programs including a former Bowery lodging house that housed several dozen single men, mostly in their 60’s.
Carrie also worked at the New York City Department of Homeless Services and Children’s Rights, Inc. She currently sits on the board of directors of the Sisters of Charity Housing Development Corporation-Manhattan and the Columba Kavanagh House and previously served as a board member of New York Therapeutic Communities.
She received a Bachelor of Arts from Carleton College in Minnesota and a Master of Public Policy from Harvard’s Kennedy School.
Carrie lives in Park Slope with her husband Mike and their two children and can often be found on a run in Prospect Park.
For more information about Heights and Hills visit www.heightsandhills.org/.
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BMT EP 130: “The Fear and Fancy of Financial Freedom” featuring Physical Therapist and CEO of Practice Freedom University Jamey Schrier
BMT EP 129: "Mission: Food Possible" featuring Chef and Food Security Activist Peter Ivey
As Founder and CEO of The Reggae Chefs®, a culinary services company that uniquely fuses Jamaican food and cultural expression through customized events, Ivey’s work as a chef and cultural ambassador of Jamaica has been featured across a variety of places including Forbes and the New York Daily News and has been archived in The National Library of Jamaica.
In 2017, Ivey founded Mission:FoodPossible (M:FP), a not-for-profit created to educate and feed the food insecure. As President of M:FP, Ivey is committed to empowering Caribbean people to thrive on the consumption of local foods or what he refers to as MVPs (Most Valuable Produce). In 2019, Forbes featured the work of the not-for-profit, saying that it “could be the answer to the world’s hunger problem.”
As a food activist and entrepreneur, Ivey believes in the value of empowerment at a grass roots level. The S3 Concept for Entrepreneurship was developed by Ivey to promote independence and self-reliance in young people in the Caribbean and Africa. He also conceived the Food Opportunities in Regenerative Culture (FORC) movement— a circular paradigm under which food systems stakeholders go one step beyond sustainability to help alleviate food insecurity.
Most recently, Ivey launched PIII Culinary Kits, the Caribbean’s first culinary kit for purpose-driven food industry professionals and students.
In March 2020, Ivey authored Coronavirus: Get Outta Here! As one of the first children’s books on coronavirus, the book has been included as one of UNICEF’s resources to help families during the pandemic. Ivey is the creator of Food Securi-Tales, a collection of children’s books about food security. The collection has been approved by Jamaica’s Ministry of Education for distribution to the nation’s primary school children. An avid writer, Ivey was a regular contributor to LOOP, the largest Caribbean news media platform.
As a regular speaker on entrepreneurship, social responsibility and food security, Ivey has spoken at events held by the United Nations, Future Food-Tech and the Good Food Fund (China) among others, as well as industry events such as The International Restaurant and Food Service Show and at various Universities and Colleges.
Ivey has been widely recognized for his work in promoting Caribbean culture and community development, having received the Certificate of Special (US) Congressional Recognition for “Outstanding and Invaluable Service to the Community,” The Caribbean American Chamber of Commerce and Industries (CACCI) “Business Visionary Award” and the “Business Innovation and Game Changer Award” from the Caribbean American Leadership Foundation.
Ivey’s vision is to use his entrepreneurship skills, knowledge and experience to empower youth through self-reliance and to help sustain the global community through projects aimed at eradicating poverty and hunger.
When not working, Peter is either traveling or spending time with his son, PJ.
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BMT EP 128: “The Plate Coach” feat. Regd. Dietitian, Nutritionist, and Running Coach Tara Mardigan
Prior to moving to NYC in 2015, Tara worked for a decade as the Team Nutritionist for the Boston Red Sox. She is an avid runner and founded the BedStuy Flyers Running Club in Bedford Stuyvesant, Brooklyn. She usually navigates NYC via CitiBike and is a member of El Barrio Bikes in East Harlem where she leads community group bike rides. If she's not in NYC, she's likely in the Adirondack Mountains.
BMT EP 127: “The Athletic Brain" featuring Dr. Allison Brager
BMT EP 126: "Keep Auditioning" featuring Dr. Michael Plater
As vice president of higher education at Kelly Education, he's currently reimagining the adjunct instructor workforce as a global talent pool--removing the administrative burdens of recruiting, tax and wage compliance, workers' compensation, and professional development for academic institutions--clearing the way for the best, credentialed talent to share their real-world insights with students regardless of geography.
A champion of on campus and the virtual-learning experience, his expertise extends into the development and application of big data, artificial intelligence, and gamification through online education platforms.
As a leader, Dr. Plater believes that everyone deserves equity, respect, acknowledgement, and the opportunity to achieve professional growth. He encourages open dialogue and fosters inclusion of diverse perspectives to drive successful innovation.
BMT EP 125: “It's Gotta Be The Soles“ featuring founder and Owner of Cadence Insoles John Hinds, PT
Cadence Insoles: "I like to say the insole connects your foot to the shoe. There are a lot of great shoes on the shelves with wonderful midsoles, outsoles, and beautiful styles and visuals, with different levels of cushion and “comfort- but your foot sits on the insole. Although still obsessed with footwear and insoles, I understand that everybody is different and not everybody will benefit from, or “needs”, insoles or Cadence. I will never claim that Cadence (or any one device) is going to cure everything that walks through the door. There are a lot of variables and personal preference that goes into fitting for comfort just as there are a lot of variables when working with an overuse injury or other pain syndromes: variables such as activity modification (freq., duration, volume of training or work duties), individual mobility, strength, conditioning, and recovery strategies (among others). But footwear and a good insole (when appropriate) should be included among of those variables, and they’re 2 variables that often provide immediate results." John Hinds
For more information about Cadence Insoles visit cadenceinsoles.com/ or email us at info@bemoretoday.com.
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BMT EP 124: “The Elite Swing Trainer" feat. HIT DR MD founders Rickey Venters and Coach Tom Miller
Tom has personally coached and developed players to achieve their goals of playing at various levels, including club, high school, college, and professional. After thousands of students, Tom has developed a step-by-step guide that guarantees success. His system helps players develop a healthier and more powerful swing, gain confidence at the plate, and provides a reference for training.
Meanwhile, Ricky has dedicated his career to helping construction, real estate, and technology businesses succeed. His expertise lies in advising companies on how to optimize their operations, achieve sustainable growth, and stay ahead of industry trends.
Together, Ricky Venters and Coach Tom Miller combined their expertise in technology and sports coaching to create Hit Doctor MD, a platform that provides athletes and coaches with cutting-edge tools to improve performance.
In January 2023 they released The Elite Swing Trainer, a revolutionary training aid that provides instant feedback on swing path and contact point. The Elite Swing Trainer has quickly gained a following among baseball and softball players and coaches alike. Thanks to their dedication and innovation, Hit Doctor MD and The Elite Swing Trainer have become go-to resources for anyone looking to improve their swing mechanics and take their game to the next level.
For more information about the Elite Swing Trainer or about HIT DR MD visit hitdoctormd.com/
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BMT EP 123: "Lymphedema 101" featuring Occupational Therapist Sally Lachman, OTR/L, CHT, MBA, CLT
BMT EP 122: "Bottles Away" featuring the SoapStandle Inventor Jimmy Gould
Check out our amazing conversation with Jimmy Gould, founder and inventor of the SoapStandle.Jimmy Gould is a local entrepreneur in Memphis, Tennessee. The SoapStandle is a small simple device that affixes to a bar of soap via small points that go into one side of the bar, creating a platform on which the soap is elevated. Since air can circulate 360° around the soap when it’s not being used, it dries, eliminating the goo before it starts. Visit www.soapstandle.com.
Designed to accommodate popular curved bar soaps, SoapStandle is the soap innovation that allows the bar to dry, last 30% longer and not slip from your hand. The simple soap accessory with over 3,000 five-star reviews is back with an additional product designed to fit perfectly on curved bars of soap. An American-made soap innovation, SoapStandle was created to enhance the bar soap experience – a more affordable, environmentally-friendly and pure way to keep clean. It does so by eliminating the slippery goo that forms on bars, prolonging the bar’s life and giving you a great grip on an otherwise slippery situation.
The SoapStandle is a small simple device that affixes to a bar of soap via small points that go into one side of the bar, creating a platform on which the soap is elevated. Since air can circulate 360° around the soap when it’s not being used, it dries, eliminating the goo before it starts. Visit www.soapstandle.com.
Designed to accommodate popular curved bar soaps, SoapStandle is the soap innovation that allows the bar to dry, last 30% longer and not slip from your hand.
The simple soap accessory with over 3,000 five-star reviews is back with an additional product designed to fit perfectly on curved bars of soap. An American-made soap innovation, SoapStandle was created to enhance the bar soap experience – a more affordable, environmentally-friendly and pure way to keep clean. It does so by eliminating the slippery goo that forms on bars, prolonging the bar’s life and giving you a great grip on an otherwise slippery situation.
“Not all soap shapes are the same and everyone deserves the SoapStandle experience – whether it’s an artisanal soap or the large production curved soaps available from chain retailers. “We’ve made this for curved bars like Dove®, Camay®, and Irish Spring® – some of the most popular and biggest selling soaps in the world,” said Jimmy Gould, the founder and local entrepreneur in Memphis, Tennessee.
SoapStandle creates an optimal experience in the bath, shower, and at the sink – it is the only device that attaches TO and stays WITH the bar soap
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EP 121: "Keep Putting In” featuring Elite Marathoner Melissa Perlman
EP 120: “Believe That You Can HANDle It” featuring Shari Bensadoun, MS, OTR/L, CHT
Shari Bensadoun is a licensed Occupational Therapist and Certified Hand Therapist. She is a graduate of Touro College School of Health Sciences with a master's degree in Occupational Therapy in 2008 where she earned a place in the Pi Theta Epsilon Honor Society. After working as an Occupational Therapist and dedicating her time to continued learning she decided to further her career within the field of Hand therapy and become a Certified Hand Therapist in 2014. She specializes in post-operative rehabilitation and custom splinting and is certified in the Graston Technique. She also dedicates her time as a fieldwork supervisor for OT students.
For more information about the Downtown JAG-ONE PT Office visit www.jagonept.com.
EP 119: “Science, Creativity, and Compassion” featuring Occupational Therapists Maxcita, Krista, and Esther from Marine Park JAG-ONE Physical Therapy Office
As an Occupational Therapist specializing in Hand Therapy practice Maxcita Alverez's absolute passion has been to increase her patients' awareness/knowledge of their injuries. Through understanding we are able to capture purpose and work harder to achieve goals. Patient education is essential in ensuring compliance and improvement. Her growth as a clinician has been inspired by the most amazing group of therapists and physicians who have mentored and educated her through their outstanding and exemplary work. Each day, Maxcita works to motivate and inspire her patients to do more than the day before. She incorporates her patients' unique experiences, goals and purpose, as she works together with each individual patient to get them back to performing their daily life skills, while regaining mobility and strength. Maxcita has worked throughout various hospitals/ settings including: St. Vincents/Mt Sinai Hospital, Private Practice and Outpatient Therapy. She's also a Downstate Alumni and the NY Lead Occupational Therapist for JAG-ONE Physical Therapy.
Krista Denaro is a licensed occupational therapist and recent graduate from SUNY Downstate. Her time at Jag One Physical Therapy dates back to 2016 where she was a volunteer and OT aide in hand therapy. Her interest in hand therapy continued as she completed her Fieldwork level 2 working under Maxcita leading to her current employment at JAG-ONE. Krista strives to work with each patient using a client-centered approach by understanding their needs and values while incorporating a unique plan of care that mirrors their daily activities. Her goal is to become a certified hand therapist as well as continue to expand her practice and knowledge to educate and rehabilitate her patients.
Esther Milina graduated from SUNY Downstate Medical Center with a Master’s in Occupational Therapy in 2019. Esther completed her Fieldwork Level 2 placement with Maxcita Alvarez and which led to her career at JAG-ONE in 2020. Esther is a Graston Technique provider, kinesotape provider and certified in LSVT-BIG. Esther is committed to serving her communities in South Brooklyn where she grew up and is fluent in Russian. She prides herself on use of humor in order to build relationships with her patients and assist them in reaching their goals. She is currently studying to achieve her goal of becoming a certified hand therapist.
For more information about the Marine Park office visit www.jagonept.com.
EP 118: "ATs in Professional and Collegiate Sports" featuring JAG-ONE ATs Ryan Stevens, Julianna Mangana, Alexis Ayala, and Pat Zahn
Ayala, MS, ATC, CES CKTP (he/him) is an LIU Brooklyn alumnus and currently serves as the Rutgers Club Sports Head Athletic Trainer through JAG-ONE Athletic Training services where he provides AT services for 64 clubs sports teams. Since becoming a Certified Athletic Trainer in 2016, Alexis has served multiple minor league baseball organizations (Somerset Patriots in 2020, Sussex County Miners and Can-Am League Champion New Jersey Jackals in 2021). Throughout his career outside of minor league baseball Alexis has been provided AT services as a part of multiple Division 1 athletic programs such as Marist University for Women’s Lacrosse and volleyball, St. John’s University for Men’s Lacrosse, and LIU Brooklyn for Baseball and Volleyball.
Patrick Zahn, ATC, NSCA-CPT received his Bachelor’s degree from Messiah College in 2019 and completed a Master's in Applied Exercise Science (Strength and Conditioning focus) from Concordia University Chicago. Beginning as an AT with passing the BOC in late 2019, he has worked in multiple settings. As an extension of JAG-ONE Athletic Training, he serves Cairn University, providing care for Division 3 athletes with a focus on holistic care, and is passionate as a mentor to teach life-long positive health habits for athletes to use after their sports career is over. Outside of his typical AT responsibilities, Patrick is an Adjunct Professor teaching Exercise Science at Cairn University, and holds a Personal trainer certification from the National Strength and Conditioning Association.
Julianna M. Mangano ATC, EMT-B. (she/her) is a full-time Athletic Trainer with JAG-ONE Physical Therapy, serving as the head AT for the Atlantic League’s Staten Island Ferryhawks minor league baseball club. Born and raised in Staten Island, New York, she is a 2022 graduate from Marist College (Poughkeepsie, New York) where she received her bachelor’s degree in athletic training. It was only fitting she secured a job working for the Ferryhawks post-graduation, affording her the ability to fall in love with baseball and delve deeper into her career. In January-February 2023 she had the opportunity to work as one of the athletic trainers for the California Winter League in Palm Springs, California, caring for 300+ baseball players alongside two athletic trainers over the course of 4 weeks. Julianna became certified as a New York State EMT in 2022 and since starting her career as an AT in 2022 has served other professional sports teams including the Metropolitan Riveters, NY Gotham FC, and Trenton Terror, as well as worked at Mount St. Michaels Academy secondary school in The Bronx.
For more information about Athletic Training Programs in your area visit www.jagonept.com.
EP 117: "ATs Across the Spectrum" featuring JAG-One Athletic Trainers Sean Doyle, Joe Savoia, Dominique Peters, and Carly Lewandowski
Lewandowski ATC, NREMT is an Athletic Trainer for JAG-ONE Physical Therapy and serves as the AT for both the Metropolitan Riveters Professional Women's Hockey team and Keansburg Public School District. After earning her Bachelors of Science in Athletic Training from Kean University (graduated Cum Laude) Carly became both a Certified Athletic Trainer and a Nationally Registered Emergency Medical Technician in 2021. Carly has experience in secondary and professional settings, as well as experience in emergency medicine and care. Carly grew up as a multi-sport athlete, which she believes helps her exceed in her role as an athletic trainer. Being able to relate to the mindset of her athletes in all settings helps her connect with them and understand their desire to return to play as fast as possible, while being able to once again perform to the best of their abilities.
Dominique Peters, MS, ATC is a full-time athletic trainer with JAG-ONE Physical Therapy serving Trenton Catholic Preparatory Academy in Trenton, NJ. Originally from Brooklyn, NY, she moved to Lawrence, NJ, in middle school and attended Lawrence High School where she competed on the Lawrence basketball and Track and Field teams. Throughout her high school career, she was often in the AT facility, where she gained a significant interest in athletic training. Her interest in athletic training brought her to Rowan University, where she was able to continue both her athletic career and education. She graduated with a Master’s degree in athletic training in 2022.
Sean Doyle, ATC serves as a full time Athletic Trainer for JAG-ONE Physical Therapy serving the Somerville Public School District in NJ. Incorporating customer service into athletic training has always been the approach Sean has used in athletic training. Sean spent just under 10 years working in high end customer service jobs before starting his career as an athletic trainer in 2012. After starting his career at Holy Cross Academy, Sean joined the athletic training team serving Somerville High School through RWJBarnabas Health, and he took on an additional role coaching with the Performance Fitness team. This new added focus on fitness training helped Sean become a more balanced athletic trainer while still using his high level of customer service with every client. A graduate from the athletic training program at Rowan University, Sean is always looking to pursue furthering his education in every aspect of athletic training.
Joseph Savoia (Joe Sav oi ya), MS, ATC is an athletic trainer with 20 years of experience. Currently he serves as Associate Manager and athletic trainer for JAG-ONE Physical Therapy serving the New Jersey State Police Academy in Sea Girt, New Jersey where he tends to the medical needs of incoming State Police recruits. He received his bachelors of arts in physical education with a concentration in Athletic Training from Kean University in 2003. He continued his education at Kean and received his master of science degree in exercise physiology. After graduate school he worked as an assistant athletic trainer at Montclair State University for 10 years. In 2016 he made the transition from the traditional college athletic training setting to positions in occupational and industrial sports medicine. Throughout his time at these various settings, he has had the opportunity to teach biology and athletic training specific college classes. Joseph has lectured at the state, regional and national level on his work at using the Nintendo Wii as a rehabilitation tool.
For more information about Athletic Training Programs in your area visit www.jagonept.com.
EP 116: “Behind the Scenes"- A Look Into the Aspects of Running an Athletic Training Program featuring JAG-ONE ATs Stephanie LoSchiavo and Tim Mancuso
As Athletic Training Month continues, our four part series continues with our second installment looking at the behind the scenes aspect of running an Athletic Training Program. Our two guests on the show this week are as follows:
Stephanie LoSchiavo, MS, ATC graduated from East Stroudsburg University in 2015 with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Athletic Training and Rehabilitation Science. In 2018, she completed her Master of Science Degree in Athletic Training at East Stroudsburg University as well. Immediately following the completion of the graduate program, she started working at JAG-ONE Physical Therapy as a clinical athletic trainer. Having filled several roles within the company, she is currently a Regional Manager of Athletic Training and Integration, helping oversee the athletic training program in the Northeast, NJ and NY regions, as well as working with the marketing team on the integration of new and acquired clinics. Showcasing demonstrated success with operations and strategic plan implementation, she has specialty training and focus on the realm of finance, project and business management, and collaborative service integration. She is pursuing her M.B.A. at Caldwell University to further her education in the business world and hopes for continued growth at JAG-ONE.
Tim Mancuso, MS, ATC, NASM-PES is a Regional Manager of Athletic Training for JAG-ONE Physical Therapy as well as the Head Athletic Trainer at Somerset County Vo-Tech High School in New Jersey. Showcasing demonstrated outcomes with Quality/Process Improvement initiatives in both established and start-up AT sites across a spectrum of settings, Tim brings 11 years of clinical experience with a manual therapy specialization and professional growth focus in the realm of leadership and business skills. Throughout his career he has been able to provide Athletic Training services in multiple settings from middle school sports to professional sports. During his career as a certified athletic trainer and NASM performance enhancement specialist, he has been able to use his knowledge to put together preventative programs, provide comprehensive treatments, and provide rehab programs to help his athletes return to their sport and compete at a high level. In addition to being a graduate of the Ducane University Athletic Training Program, Tim also received his Masters Degree through Touro University Worldwide in Health Education. Tim believes it is important to keep learning and developing new skills to provide the highest quality of care to his athletes, through participating in new and advanced continuing education courses. For more information visit www.jagonept.com
EP 114: "Faith, Family, and Fitness" featuring Pastor and Community Builder Lawrence Adjah, MBA, M.ED, M.Div
EP 113: "Paint Your Palate" featuring Chef Nina Clemente
EP 112: "Reset. Relearn. Reinforce.” featuring Super Bowl Champ and PT Dr. David Bruton, Jr.
After retirement, David followed his heart towards a lifelong passion for the profession of physical therapy and having a collaborative relationship with patients to help them return to their prior level of function and beyond. David’s passion for providing great healthcare was ignited as a youth playing sports, where his PT’s throughout every stage of his playing career, helped him achieve and return to a high level of play. That love was continuously reinforced throughout physical therapists throughout college and professionally. Dr. Bruton Jr. has been dedicated in educating himself in order to provide the best patient care through multiple certifications and seeking further learning opportunities. He is also an active member of the Scholarship Endowment Board at CU and is Co-president of the CU PT Alumni Association.
Aside from his love of PT, David loves his wife and kids, cycling, working out, board games, snowboarding, and giving back to the community.
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EP 111: "Play Proud" featuring New York Giants Legend Tiki Barber
EP 110: Spartan Sundays Running Club NYC Marathon Recap 2022
EP 109: "Sky's The Limit" featuring Professional Boxer and PE teacher Chiara Dituri
EP 108: "Think Big and Go For It" featuring SPIbelt Founder, Inventor, and CEO Kim Overton
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EP 107: "No Place Like Home" feat. Clinical Director and At-Home PT leader Michael Kleinburd, PT, DPT
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EP 106: "Steps To Greatness" featuring Physical Therapist and Area Director Craig Menezes PT, DPT
Outside of work, Craig enjoys sports such as basketball and football. He occasionally attends New York Knick games during the basketball season and is a long time fan. He also enjoys spending time with his family which includes his wife, son and daughter on the way!
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EP 105: "Daily Transformation" featuring Physical Therapist and Hand Specialist Kathryn Haskins PT, DPT, OCS, CHT
National Physical Therapy Appreciation Month continues with our third guest for the month of October Kathryn Haskins. Kathryn received her Bachelor of Science degree from Shenandoah University in 2008, where she also played softball as a pitcher and center fielder. During her time at SU, Kathryn helped lead her team to a USA South Conference Championship victory in 2008, and was also named an ESPN Academic-All-American. She continued her education at Shenandoah University where she graduated first in her class in 2011 with her Doctorate in Physical Therapy. She went on to obtain her board certification as an Orthopedic Clinical Specialist (OCS) through the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties and also became a certified Myofascial Trigger Point Therapist (CMTPT), through Myopain seminars (a dry needling certification), as well as a Certified Cervical and Temporomandibular Therapist (CCTT) through the Physical Therapy Board of Craniofacial and Cervical Therapeutics. After practicing in out-patient orthopedics and treating patients with varying musculoskeletal diagnoses for a number of years, Kathryn pursued her interest in the upper extremity by completing a hand therapy fellowship at the Hospital for Special Surgery. Kathryn then went on to successfully obtain her designation as a Certified Hand Therapist (CHT), and joined the JAG-ONE team shortly thereafter. Kathryn has a special passion for exercising creativity through custom orthosis fabrication, and also enjoys taking a global approach to treatment through integration and application of her orthopedic knowledge of more distant movement systems that can affect the mechanics of the upper extremity. During her time at JAG-ONE, Kathryn has focused on building a strong physician rapport to increase referrals and foster constructive working relationships in order to optimize patient outcomes and in doing so, make JAG-ONE hand therapy the clear choice for the care of their patients. She has also enjoyed having the opportunity to “pay it forward” and promote hand therapy through mentorship for those interested in pursuing the field. Kathryn finds great reward in her work as a hand therapist and is looking forward to helping shape the future of the Hand Therapy team at JAG-ONE. For more information about visit www.bemoretoday.com or email us at info@bemoretoday.com
EP 104: “Course Correction” feat. former Spin Instructor and Physical Therapist Kristy Racz, PT, DPT, OCS
EP 103 "Gigantic Potential" feat. NY Giants Athletic Trainer and Physical Therapist Michael Dunne, PT, DPT, ATC, SCS
After graduating from The University of the Sciences in Philadelphia with a Master of Physical Therapy and a Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences in 2001, Mike went on to receive his Doctorate of Physical Therapy from the University of Scranton in 2009. Prior to receiving his doctorate, in 2003 Mike completed his Athletic Training Certification, via the internship route, with well-rounded clinical experience at Saint Joseph’s University PA, Hasbrouck Heights High School, and Montclair State University.
Since 2004, Mike has been a Physical Therapy/Athletic Trainer consultant with the New York Football Giants. His career reaches beyond the field as a well-established physical therapist at Jag-One Physical Therapy in Hackensack. Mike’s dedication has earned him the title of Board-Certified Sports Clinical Specialist (SCS) through the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties of the American Physical Therapy Association. Mike currently serves as Vice Chair for the American Physical Therapy Association of New Jersey Sports PT Special Interest Group.
In addition to being a member of APTA and NATA (National Athletic Trainer Association), Mike also continues to expand his knowledge by attending continuing education courses, including Hospital for Special Surgery’s Advanced Hip Clinician, dry needling, blood flow restriction, Graston Technique, cupping/myofascial decompression and various manual based courses. He assists with Jag-One Physical Therapy’s Mentorship Program for new graduates and is also a Clinical Instructor for physical therapy students. Having played basketball at the University of the Sciences, Mike continues to follow college basketball and enjoys attending and watching games with his family, as well as coaching his children's’ teams. Mike, along with his wife and kids, developed a passion for lacrosse and whenever possible, Mike can be found on the lacrosse field coaching boys and girls lacrosse as a US Lacrosse Certified Level 1 Coach.
Mike’s unique experience, working simultaneously in out-patient sports medicine physical therapy clinics while also providing treatment for the New York Football Giants for the past 19 seasons, has enable him to assist patients and physical therapists under a wide umbrella of sports physical therapy.
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EP 102: "Hard To Guard" featuring Basketball Coach Clint Hardware
EP 101: "Yoga For All" featuring certified special educator and Kundalini Yoga Instructor Le Shone Jai
LeShone Jai is a first generation Jamaican-American woman from the Bronx, NY who promotes courage and grace through education and yoga.
LeShone Jai has worked in public, private and charter schools in the Washington, DC-area as a K-12 teacher and administrator. She currently works as a special education coordinator in a public high school in southern Maryland.
LeShone Jai has practiced yoga for over 20 years, and has been a certified Kundalini Yoga teacher since 2007. She has taught yoga to babies, youth, and adults in birth centers, schools, studios, and gyms. She currently teaches a weekly online Kundalini Yoga class offered through Lighthouse Yoga Center in Washington, DC- the JaiYoga #SundaySesh at 11 am EST- with students from all around the world. She encourages everyone and Anyone can join her “global yoga fam” for a physically invigorating and mentally stimulating JaiYoga experience.
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