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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