#114 - DAC Performance and Health - Become One w/ Your Training
Thanks for listening to the Gap!Brady Volmering (aka DAC) is an outside the box thinker who approaches training through a very holistic style you might not often see. He is owner of DAC Performance and Health and has many clients return to play after a variety of injuries. Through impulses, depth drops, rebounds, and ISOs he does it all. In this episode we go over:- Training more than just the physical - Lessons learned from Jay Schroeder - Why minimal effective dose is flawed- And so much moreReally enjoyed this talk and Brady's insight on both life and training. Hope you enjoy
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#113 - Nick Del Bianco (Arm Swing Academy) Bridging the Gap Between Volleyball & Javelin
Watch On Youtube! https://youtu.be/eN1yQlKwJT0Nick DelBianco is the owner of Armswing academy where it's his mission to help volleyball athletes hit the ball harder while also staying injury free.In this episode we discuss:- Common injuries found in both javelin and volleyball- Is it overuse or underprepared?- Unique exercises to level up your arm care- Dangers of early specialization- and so much more
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#112 - CURTIS THOMPSON | 2x Olympian, The Reality of Professional Javelin Throwing
Buy Curtis Thompson's Book Here: https://a.co/d/6T6jc0zWatch On YouTube: https://youtu.be/OQZmr0xNIGgn this episode, we sit down with Curtis Thompson, one of the most accomplished American javelin throwers of all time — a 2x Olympian, NCAA Champion, and U.S. National Record holder contender. Curtis has represented the United States on the biggest stages in the world, but his journey goes far beyond the medals and distances.We dive deep into the realities of professional javelin throwing — the training, the mindset, the sacrifices, and what it truly takes to compete at the global level in one of track and field’s most demanding events. From growing up in New Jersey to becoming a U.S. Olympian, Curtis shares the full story of how he built himself into one of the most explosive throwers in America.
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#111 - Yamamoto Throws Javelin Before Dominating World Series | Tommy John Epidemic in MLB
Check us out on YouTube! https://youtu.be/j-tlBWN_ct4Sources Referenced: https://www.ama-assn.org/public-health/prevention-wellness/what-doctors-wish-patients-knew-about-tommy-john-surgery#:~:text=More%20than%201%2C000%20professional%20pitchers,a%2029%25%20rise%20since%202016.https://drchrisahmad.medium.com/why-is-the-game-of-baseball-demanding-a-better-tommy-john-surgery-a04c98204540Before shutting down hitters in the NLCS and World Series with back-to-back shutouts, Yoshinobu Yamamoto was seen working with a turbo javelin, dialing in mechanics that mirror elite throwing patterns seen in track and field athletes. This video breaks down how javelin training can translate to elite pitching performance, helping pitchers improve their arm path, sequencing, and force transfer — all while reducing unnecessary stress on the elbow and shoulder.As MLB pitching velocity continues to rise, so do the rates of Tommy John surgery across the league. We’re seeing more pitchers than ever hit upper-90s velocity, but at the cost of increased UCL strain and overuse injuries. This clip looks at how Yamamoto’s hybrid approach — combining javelin-based movement drills with high-level throwing mechanics — could represent the next evolution in pitcher training and arm health.If you’re a baseball player, pitching coach, or performance coach trying to understand the balance between velocity and longevity, this is a must-watch.💥 Key Topics Covered: • Yamamoto’s turbo javelin warm-up and its benefits for arm speed • How javelin training improves throwing mechanics for pitchers • Why Tommy John surgery is rising alongside average MLB velocity • How rotational sequencing and mobility affect both power and health
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#110 - Adam Archuleta's Training w/ Jay Schroeder, A deep dive into what made their training so transformative
Get the program here: https://www.hitmanperformance.com/product-page/the-hitman-training-formula-unlocking-explosive-power-through-schroeder-s-princSubscribe to our Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheGapPod In this episode Dan interviews Brett on his thoughts behind Adam Archuleta's iconic training and how he was able to dominate his pro day.Brett goes in depth on what he's learned by going down the rabbit hole of Jay Schroeder's principles and how they can be applied today.Thanks for listening!
In this podcast, Dan Labbadia and Brett Hart come together to bridge the gap between training and on field performance
Dan Labbadia - Owner of Jacked Javelin
Brett Hart- Owner of Hitman Performance
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