Dr. Jason Wersland, founder of Theragun
In this episode we talk about: Theragun 1:30 Dr. Jason Wersland, founder of Theragun 4:00 The idea that launched Theragun 10:15 What types of athletes benefit from percussive therapy 12:40 The importance of timing 14:45 How to use with an endurance athlete vs. a strength and power athlete 16:30 Theragun University 17:10 Why is Theragun the Gold standard of percussive therapy 19:50 Why percussive therapy is not the same as vibration therapy 21:10 The value of 16mm of amplitude 22:30 Current studies on therapeutic benefits of Theragun 24:50 The effects of Theragun on hyperalgesia (increased sensitivity to pain) 29:30 Increased blood flow and muscle oxygenation 31:00 How to enhance your workout by using Theragun in-between sets 32:45 4th Generation Theragun 35:30 Quiet Force Technology 37:05 The new line up 37:40 The Mini 39:50 The Prime, The Elite, The Pro 41:55 Theragun Protocols 47:00 Two minute threshold 47:35 Pre race cycling protocol 49:10 During competition treatment 52:00 How to delay muscle breakdown with Theragun 53:45 Sleep protocol 55:50 Stimulating the para-sympathetic nervous system 58:00 Smart app integration 1:00:20 Incorporating Thergun for Ironman training 1:03:30 Track and field athletes: Tyson Gay 1:04:14 Deshaun Watson 1:06:20 Treating neurological issues 1:12:00 Treating the Psoas 1:15:40 Using CBD in conjunction with Theragun 1:20:00 Bio absorb technology 1:23:20 The new Wave roller 1:27:00 May 4th Thergun launch