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Episode 202: Alex Burke & The TB12 Method, Pliability, and Staying In The Game

Pat McAuley

Alex Burke is the Founder of Burke Sports Rehab.

Alex is one of the premiere Physical Therapists in Boston specializing in keeping athletes in the game or getting them back in the game following injury. He is one of the few therapists trained in the TB12 method, Tom Brady's body work method, and formerly worked as a TB12 body coach. Alex works with top professional and amateur athletes around the world.

We discuss:

  • The main pillars of the TB12 Method
  • What is pliability
  • What factors impact the pliability of your muscles
  • When and how to use ice in the recovery process
  • Static vs. dynamic stretching and when to do each
  • What is dry needling and how it helps
  • Super carbon shoes and when to wear them
  • Zone 2 training


Show Notes

Burke Sports Rehab Website
Burke Sports Rehab Instagram
Alex's Instagram
Protocol Website
Protocol Instagram

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