EP156: Transforming the Athlete: NBA/NFL Consultant Dr. Craig Liebenson’s Holistic Approach
In this episode, George is joined by Dr. Craig Liebenson, a renowned chiropractor, movement specialist, and performance expert, to explore how movement quality, injury prevention, and holistic training approaches can transform basketball performance. Craig shares insights from decades of working with elite athletes, emphasizing why fixing movement patterns—not just treating pain—is key to long-term success.
Chapters:
01:00 – Introduction to Craig Liebenson and his background in performance and rehab
03:00 – The difference between treating pain vs. fixing movement patterns
05:30 – Why movement quality is the foundation of performance and injury prevention
08:00 – Common mistakes in traditional strength and conditioning programs
10:30 – The role of assessment: identifying dysfunction before it becomes injury
13:00 – Why “less is more” in training and avoiding overcomplication
15:30 – Integrating movement-based training into basketball practice environments
18:00 – How poor movement habits develop and how to correct them early
21:00 – The connection between mobility, stability, and athletic performance
24:00 – Teaching athletes body awareness and ownership of their movement
27:00 – Practical drills and routines coaches can implement immediately
30:00 – Transformative Tip
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