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Elite Sports Recovery and Performance
Elite Sports Recovery & Performance is a podcast dedicated to helping athletes and fitness enthusiasts unlock their full potential through advanced recovery techniques and performance strategies. Hosted by a seasoned sports massage therapist, this podcast dives deep into the science and practice of athletic recovery, offering expert insights on everything from injury prevention and rehabilitation to optimizing performance through physical therapy, nutrition, and cutting-edge recovery methods.
Episodes
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Jimmy Gialelis: 26 Years in Massage Therapy and What It Takes to Elevate the Profession
Jimmy is the owner of Advanced Massage Arts & Education in Tempe, Arizona. He has taught classes in 13 states, regularly writes questions for the Massage &…
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“The Shoulder Muscle Most Massage Therapists Skip? Why Your SUBSCAP Might Be the Missing Piece”
The Shoulder Muscle Most Massage Therapists Skip 👀 Think you know the shoulder? Don’t forget the subscapularis. In this episode of the Elite Sports Recovery &…
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Burn Out To Successful Sports Recovery Specialist
From Burnout to Collegiate Sports Recovery with Becky What happens when the career you built starts leading you toward burnout—and you decide to take a…
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You Graduated Massage School… Now What? 🎓💆♂️
Graduating massage school is only the beginning. In this episode, we break down what new massage therapists really need to know when stepping into the real…
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Why Your Shoulder Feels JAMMED After Sleeping 😴💥
Ever wake up after sleeping on your side and feel like your shoulder is stiff, tight, or completely jammed up? In this episode, we break down what may be…
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Why Massage Therapists Use Scraping Tools — And Why Heated Scraping Is One of My Favorite Tools
Why Massage Therapists Use Scraping Tools Does scraping actually “break up scar tissue”—or is there more to it? In this episode of the Elite Sports Recovery &…
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Is Massage Therapy Actually Beneficial—or Is It Just Another Tool? Why Not Both?
Is massage therapy actually effective, or is it simply another recovery tool? In this episode of the Elite Sports Recovery & Performance Podcast, we take an…
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Muscle Fibers & Fascia: Understanding the Body as a Connected System
What if your muscles aren’t actually working in isolation? In this episode of the Elite Sports Recovery & Performance Podcast, we take a deeper look at muscle…
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Parents of Athletes: Why Sports Recovery Should Be Part of Their Training
If your child plays competitive sports, you probably spend a lot of time thinking about practices, games, tournaments, equipment, and performance—but how much…
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Mind-Muscle Connection & Overcompensating Muscles: Are You Training the Muscle You Think You Are?
Have you ever performed an exercise and felt it everywhere except the muscle you were actually trying to train? You’re doing glute bridges but feel your…
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The Psoas, Diaphragm & Intercostals: Why Abdominal Work Matters for Recovery & Performance
When most people think about sports massage, they think of the shoulders, back, or legs—but one of the most overlooked areas of the body is the abdomen. In…
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Being a Male Sports Massage Therapist: Navigating Stereotypes, Building Trust & integrity
What is it really like being a male sports massage therapist in today’s industry? In this episode of the Elite Sports Recovery & Performance Podcast, I share…
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Hip Flexors: Could They Be the Reason Your Quads Always Feel Tight?
Episode Description: Do your quads always feel tight, no matter how much you stretch or foam roll them? The problem might not be your quads at all. In this…
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Why PNF Stretching & Active Stretching Can Enhance Your Sports Massage Session
Massage is only one part of the recovery process. Sometimes, the best results happen when movement is combined with hands-on treatment. In this episode of the…
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The Adductors: The Overlooked Muscles Behind Hip Pain & Mobility
When people think about hip pain or limited mobility, they usually focus on their hip flexors or glutes—but what if the real missing piece is your adductors?…
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There Are So Many Massage Therapist Out There- How Do You Choose The Right One?
Episode Description: With so many massage therapists to choose from, how do you know who’s the right fit for your goals? In this episode of the Elite Sports…
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Deep Tissue Massage Can Be For Everyone- If It’s Done Correctly
Episode Description: When most people hear “deep tissue massage,” they think of pain, bruising, and gritting their teeth through an uncomfortable session. But…
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Fascial Line: The Missing Link Between Recovery and Performance
Episode Description: What if your tight hamstrings aren’t actually a hamstring problem? What if your shoulder pain starts at your hip? And what if improving…
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Why I Work In A Gym Setting Than A Suite
Have you ever wondered why a recovery specialist would choose to work inside a gym instead of a traditional clinic or spa setting? In this episode of the Elite…
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Elbow Tendinitis: What It Is & How To Actually Clear The Symptoms
Episode Title: Elbow Tendinitis: What It Is & How To Actually Clear The Symptoms Episode Description: Nagging elbow pain when you lift, grip, throw, swing, or…
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How To Address The Sciatic Nerve When It Starts To Flare Up
That tight glute… the pulling in your hamstring… the sharp pain shooting down your leg. Most people think it’s just “tight muscles” — but it’s often the early…
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NFL Draft Episode: How I got the opportunity to work with future nfl draft picks
🎙 Episode Description How I Helped Collegiate Athletes — And Watched Them Become NFL Draft Picks In this episode of Elite Sports Talk, Nate shares a…
Elite Sports Recovery and PerformanceBirthday Episode: Why I chose Sports Massage As A Career And Working In A Gym Settting
🎙 Episode Description Birthday Special: Why I Chose Sports Massage in a Gym — And How I’ve Sustained It for 3 Years This week’s episode of Elite Sports Talk is…
Elite Sports Recovery and PerformanceWhich Is Better A Massage Before A Workout Or After A Workout
🎙 Episode Description Massage Before or After a Workout — What’s Actually Better? Should you get a massage before you train… or after? The answer isn’t as…
Elite Sports Recovery and PerformanceWhen A Doubt Seek Out Massage Therapy
🎙 Episode Description When in Doubt — Get a Massage to Help You Out When your body feels off, tight, or just not performing the way it should, most people try…
Elite Sports Recovery and PerformanceDon’t Go Chasing Knots
🎙 Episode Description Stop Chasing Knots — What You’re Really Feeling in Your Muscles We’ve all said it: “I’ve got a knot in my shoulder.” But what if that…
Elite Sports Recovery and PerformanceSoreness After A Massage Session
🎙 Episode Description Why You Feel More Sore After Massage (Especially If You Don’t Get Bodywork Often) Have you ever gone weeks or months without bodywork…
Elite Sports Recovery and PerformanceTraining And Recovery With Age Groups
🎙 Episode Description Training & Recovery Across Different Age Groups — Featuring Coach Rich In this episode of Elite Sports Talk, Nate and Coach Rich break…
Elite Sports Recovery and PerformanceProgramming Recovery And Workouts For Athletes
🎙 Episode Description Recovery, Performance & The Story Behind the Work — Featuring Coach Rich In this episode of Elite Sports Talk, Nate sits down with Coach…
Elite Sports Recovery and PerformanceThe Overlooked Zone: Mid Back To Low Back
🎙 Episode Description Why Strengthening Your Mid-Back to Low-Back Is a Game Changer Most people train arms, chest, and legs — but the area that connects…
Elite Sports Recovery and PerformanceThe Pelvis Isn’t broken: Why Fixing The Pelvis Is A Myth
🎙 Episode Description “The Pelvis Isn’t Broken: Why ‘Fixing the Pelvis’ Is a Myth” You’ve probably heard it before: “Your pelvis is out of alignment.” But what…
Elite Sports Recovery and PerformanceWhy Overactive Traps Hurt So Much During Massage ( And How To Fix It)
🎙 Episode Description Why Overactive Traps Hurt So Much During Massage (And How to Fix It) Do your upper traps feel painfully tight every time they’re worked…
Elite Sports Recovery and PerformanceElite Sports Talk: The most infamous question I get all the time
In this episode I just go over the ,oat common question I get all the time and I break it down how I answer it.
Elite Sports Recovery and PerformanceWhy Do The Deltoids Hurt When Massage
“Why Your Deltoids Are So Sensitive During Massage” Ever notice how even light pressure on your shoulders can feel surprisingly intense during a massage? In…
Elite Sports Recovery and PerformanceI Feel Like I have a Baseball Knot!
📘 Episode Description “Why That Muscle Knot Feels Like a Baseball — What It Means & How to Fix It” Have you ever felt a hard, painful lump in your shoulder…
Elite Sports Recovery and Performance2026 Self Care Routine Without Breaking The Bank.
📘 Episode Description “It’s 2026 — How to Master Self-Care Without Breaking the Bank” Everything costs more in 2026 — but your body still needs daily care. In…
Elite Sports Recovery and PerformanceWhat To Do After A Deep Tissue Session
📘 Episode Description “What to Do After a Deep Tissue Massage for Maximum Results”** A deep tissue massage doesn’t end when you get off the table — what you do…
Elite Sports Recovery and PerformancePredictions for the future of sports massage and beyond
📘 Episode Description “Predictions for the Future of Sports Massage in 2026 and Beyond”** The sports massage industry is evolving fast — and the way athletes…
Elite Sports Recovery and PerformanceThe Top 3 best creams to use at home for sports recovery
Feeling stiff after long workdays, tough workouts, or just everyday stress? In this episode of the Elite Sports Recovery & Performance Podcast, Nate breaks…
Elite Sports Recovery and PerformanceThe Best Recovery Items To Buy For Christmas
🎄 Episode Description “The Best Recovery Items to Buy for Christmas — For Gym Goers & Athletes”** The holiday season is here — which means it’s the perfect…
Elite Sports Recovery and PerformanceDoes one side hurt more than the other?
📘 Episode Description “Why One Side of Your Body Is Tighter — And How Massage Fixes It”** Ever notice how one hip, shoulder, or hamstring always feels tighter…
Elite Sports Recovery and PerformanceStruggling with Forward Head Posture
“Fixing Forward Head Posture — Stretches, Corrections & How Sports Massage Helps”** Forward head posture—aka tech neck—is one of the most common causes of neck…
Elite Sports Recovery and PerformanceThanksgiving Episode: Getting a Massage during a holiday season
“How Sports Massage Helps During a Stressful Holiday Season”** The holiday season is supposed to bring rest, joy, and connection — but for most people, it also…
Elite Sports Recovery and PerformanceLymphatic Drainage + Sports Massage
“Lymphatic Drainage + Sports Massage: The Recovery Combo You Didn’t Know You Needed”** In this episode of Elite Sports Recovery & Performance, we’re breaking…
Elite Sports Recovery and PerformanceCan Massage Have Medical Benefits?
In this episode, Nate breaks down one of the biggest questions in the recovery world: 👉 Can massage therapy really have medical benefits — or is it just for…
Elite Sports Recovery and PerformanceHIP ABDUCTORS: When Do They Need Strengthening
Nate explains how to spot weak or tight hip abductors, what causes that outer hip tension, and how to fix it with the right strength and mobility work.
Elite Sports Recovery and PerformanceClient Says, “ My Hips Are So Tight They Need To Pop”
Ever feel like your hip is jammed, tight, or just needs to “pop” to feel normal again? In this episode of the Elite Sports Recovery & Performance Podcast, Nate…
Elite Sports Recovery and PerformanceSlow Down and Change Up Your Workout Programming
Your body’s always talking — but are you listening? In this episode, Nate breaks down how to recognize the signs of overtraining, why slowing down isn’t…
Elite Sports Recovery and PerformanceWood Therapy Tools
Wood therapy isn’t just for aesthetics — it’s a game-changer for sports recovery. Nate explains how wooden tools can improve circulation, release fascia, and…
Elite Sports Recovery and PerformanceHow To Relax During A Sports Massage If It Has Been Awhile
Feeling tense during your massage? Nate explains why it’s hard to relax when it’s been a while — and how to train your body to release tension, recover faster…
Elite Sports Recovery and PerformanceRolling Feet: Your Body Saving Grace
Your recovery routine might be missing its most important step — your feet. In this episode, Nate breaks down why foam rolling or using a lacrosse ball on the…
Elite Sports Recovery and PerformanceOuter Hamstring: Why It Is Wrecking Your Hip and Knee
Not all hamstring tightness is created equal. Nate breaks down how the outer hamstring (biceps femoris) causes knee and hip pain — and what to do beyond…
Elite Sports Recovery and PerformanceLMT vs Robots: The Future Of Massage
Robots are entering the massage room. With companies like Aeroscape introducing robotic massage arms, the industry is asking a bold question — Can machines…
Elite Sports Recovery and Performance4 Essential Recovery Habits
Feeling tight all the time? You’re not alone — but it’s not just from training hard. Tightness is often your body’s way of saying recovery isn’t happening the…
Elite Sports Recovery and PerformanceMyth #4 Are All Massage The Same?
All massages aren’t the same — and choosing the right one makes all the difference. Nate explains how different styles serve different goals in recovery and…
Elite Sports Recovery and PerformanceMyth 3 You Only Need A Massage When You’re In Pain
Think you only need a massage when something hurts? Think again. Nate explains why massage is a powerful preventative tool — not just a fix for pain.
Elite Sports Recovery and PerformanceSports massage is not just for athletes
Think massage is only for athletes? Think again. In this episode, Nate debunks the myth and shows how massage helps everyone — from desk workers to parents to…
Elite Sports Recovery and PerformanceMyth #1 Massage is just for relaxation
Massage isn’t just about relaxation — it’s about recovery, performance, and health. In this episode, Nate busts the biggest myth in massage therapy and…
Elite Sports Recovery and PerformanceBreaking Down Tension With ART
🎙 Episode Description Active Release Technique: Breaking Down Tension for Better Performance Ever feel like stretching isn’t enough to loosen your tight…
Elite Sports Recovery and PerformanceWhy Pec work is essential in bodywork
🎙 Episode Description Why Pec Muscle Work Is a Must Your chest isn’t just for bench press day. Tight pecs can wreck your posture, restrict your shoulders, and…