Today, we talk to Mike Fisher, Managing Director, NASCAR Research and Development Center who is tasked with helping to make the sport safer for the drivers, crews, and spectators. With the thrill of stock car racing comes the danger inherent in driving in a tight pack at 180 mph. We'll talk about the tremendous strides made in racing safety over the last 10 years and the future safety issues in NASCAR. 

The world of the team physician is a life of many hours and advanced skills. Join us as we talk to one of the leading sports orthopedic surgeons in Texas - Dr. JP Bramhall - about sports medicine from the perspective of an orthopedic surgeon. We talk about pitch counts, shoulder injuries in offensive linemen, and why “weekend warriors” are great.  

Dr. Wendy Kohrt from the University of Colorado joins us today for a great discussion of how bone changes during our lifespan and how exercise and some common over-the-counter drugs can negatively influence bone.  Links that are mentioned in the podcast: 

Join us today for a great conversation with Sports Illustrated staff writer David Epstein. David is the primary voice reporting on Sports Medicine issues at Sports Illustrated and as such, has a great way of making the current issues understandable. We talk about a wide variety of issues that are facing sports today. 

Ever wonder if it is safe to exercise while you (or one you love) are pregnant?  Here is the expert to listen to....Dr. Pivarnik, Professor at Michigan State University and past President of the American College of Sports Medicine, joins us to chat about exercise and pregnancy.