Summary:

In this episode of Achieving Peak Performance, Dr. Keith interviews Dr. Bruce Coren, the CEO of Technological Medical Advancements, about the revolutionary Class Four therapeutic lasers and their applications in athletic recovery and performance enhancement. Dr. Coren explains how these lasers work, the integration of AI technology for personalized treatment, and the barriers to their adoption in medical practices. He also discusses the mechanisms of healing facilitated by laser therapy, real-world success stories, and the importance of using high-quality devices for effective results.

Takeaways:

• Dr. Bruce Coren is the CEO of Technological Medical Advancements.
• Class Four therapeutic lasers stimulate cell metabolism and tissue healing.
• AI technology simplifies laser treatment for users without medical expertise.
• The lasers can be used on all ages, with precautions for pregnant women.
• Patients often notice improvements within two to three treatments.
• Barriers to adoption include lack of insurance reimbursement for laser therapy.
• Laser therapy can accelerate healing by 25% to 75% for athletes.
• Access to personal laser devices allows for daily treatment.
• Not all laser therapies are equally effective; quality matters.
• Professional athletes and teams are increasingly using advanced laser technology.

Contact Hosts:

• Dr. Keith Brennan
• Rob Stein

Jeff Tungate Bio:

Jeff Tungate became Head Coach of Oakland University’s Women’s Basketball team in July 2013 and retired in December 2024 due to health reasons. He now serves as Director of Development at Rochester Christian University.

Before leading the women’s program, Tungate spent six seasons as Associate Head Coach for Oakland’s Men’s Basketball team, earning the inaugural Oakland Athletics Coach of the Year award in 2014. His earlier roles included Associate Men’s Head Coach at Purdue Fort Wayne, where he helped set school win records, and Head Coach at Lincoln Memorial University.

An Oakland graduate (1993, English), Tungate was also a standout baseball player, earning Preseason All-American honors and ranking fifth in school history for single-season batting average (.397).

As Women’s Head Coach, Tungate achieved the third-most wins in program history, including two victories over nationally ranked teams and a 17–5 record in the Metro Series against Detroit Mercy. He developed eight professional players, 19 All-Conference honorees, and 59 Academic Honor Roll recipients, mentoring stars like Olivia Nash, Elena Popkey, and Taylor Jones.

His first season reignited the program with its first non-losing league record since 2011 and record offensive output. The following seasons saw continued success, including a win over nationally ranked Green Bay and top league rankings in scoring and field goal percentage.

The 2016–17 season was among Oakland’s best, tying for third in the Horizon League with a 12–6 record, averaging 76.6 points per game (19th nationally), and setting a Division I era record for double-digit victories. Oakland again defeated ranked Green Bay that year.

Tungate led the program to its first Horizon League postseason win in 2017–18 and a deep tournament run in 2021–22, highlighted by upsets over higher-seeded teams. In 2023–24, before taking medical leave, he led Oakland to a 2–2 start, including an overtime win over Akron. The team finished the season among national leaders in steals and forced turnovers.

He and his wife Kelley live in Rochester, Michigan, with their two sons, Jordan and Cooper.

Jeff Contact Info:

• Email:- jtungate@rcu.edu
• Website: - www.rcu.edu

Summary:

In this episode of the Achieving Peak Performance podcast, Dr. Keith Brennan and Jeff Tungate discuss the vital role parents play in supporting their children in sports. They explore the importance of trust between parents and coaches, the need for independence in young athletes, and the lessons learned from competition and failure. Jeff shares personal anecdotes from his coaching career and parenting experiences, emphasizing the significance of modeling positive behavior and allowing children to navigate challenges on their own. The conversation highlights the necessity of fostering a supportive environment that encourages growth and resilience in young athletes.

Takeaways:

• Trust is essential between parents, coaches, and athletes.
• Parents should support their children without over-involvement.
• Encouraging independence helps children develop resilience.
• Modeling positive behavior is crucial for children.
• Failure is a part of growth and learning.
• Communication with coaches should come from the athlete, not the parent.
• Parents should focus on the long-term development of their children.
• Youth sports should be about enjoyment, not just winning.
• Teaching life lessons through sports is more important than trophies.
• Parents need to reflect on their behavior and its impact on their children.

Contact Hosts:

• Dr. Keith Brennan
• Rob Stein

Summary

In this episode of the Achieving Peak Performance podcast, Dr. Keith Brennan and Rob Stein interview Mark Jamieson, an expert in athletic performance and injury recovery. They discuss the importance of strength training, injury prevention strategies, and the impact of youth sports specialization on injury rates. Mark shares insights on how to effectively return athletes to play after injury, the role of pain in recovery, and the significance of maintaining an active lifestyle and proper sleep for young athletes.

Takeaways

• Consistency in loading is crucial for injury prevention.
• Youth athletes should engage in multi-sport activities.
• Strength training is essential for performance and injury mitigation.
• Understanding movement patterns is vital for young athletes.
• Pain management is a normal part of the recovery process.
• Athletes need to prepare for the worst-case scenarios in training.
• Normalization of pain can lead to better rehabilitation outcomes.
• Sleep and nutrition are critical for young athletes' performance.
• Strength training should not replicate sport-specific movements only.
• Maintaining an active lifestyle is key to long-term athletic health.

Contact Your Hosts:

• Dr. Keith Brennan
• Rob Stein