Welcome to The Ready State Podcast, where unlocking human potential is not a goal, but a way of life. Where becoming the healthiest and most resilient version of yourself, both physically and mentally, is not just something you work toward… but a power mindset you embody day in and day out.
Turning complex topics into instantly applicable lessons, this show is a compass for those seeking excellence in every facet of life – physical health, athletic performance, work, purpose, creativity, and family life.
Dr. Kelly and Juliet Starrett, the New York Times bestselling authors of ‘Built To Move’, help listeners achieve this by sitting down with some of the world’s most influential figures in health, wellness, fitness, business, and art.
Every episode is infused with Dr. Kelly’s wisdom from 10+ years of training and coaching elite athletes in the NFL, MLB, the Olympics, and more. His expertise is perfectly complemented by Juliet’s profound insights as a three-time world champion paddler, CEO & Founder of two world-renowned fitness companies, and overall life enthusiast. There’s a reason they’re called a power duo.
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Welcome to The Ready State Podcast, where unlocking human potential is not a goal, but a way of life. Where becoming the healthiest and most resilient version of yourself, both physically and mentally, is not just something you work toward… but a power mindset you embody day in and day out.
Turning complex topics into instantly applicable lessons, this show is a compass for those seeking excellence in every facet of life – physical health, athletic performance, work, purpose, creativity, and family life.
Dr. Kelly and Juliet Starrett, the New York Times bestselling authors of ‘Built To Move’, help listeners achieve this by sitting down with some of the world’s most influential figures in health, wellness, fitness, business, and art.
Every episode is infused with Dr. Kelly’s wisdom from 10+ years of training and coaching elite athletes in the NFL, MLB, the Olympics, and more. His expertise is perfectly complemented by Juliet’s profound insights as a three-time world champion paddler, CEO & Founder of two world-renowned fitness companies, and overall life enthusiast. There’s a reason they’re called a power duo.
From Injury to Recovery: The Truth About ACL Rehab for Young Athletes with Coach Carmen Bott
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From Injury to Recovery: The Truth About ACL Rehab for Young Athletes with Coach Carmen Bott
ACL tears used to be rare in high school sports. Today, they’re an epidemic. Behind the headlines, there’s one voice cutting through the noise with hard truths, practical solutions, and decades of experience: Coach Carmen Bott. Known online as “Coach Bott,” she’s become the go-to expert on youth athletic development and late-stage ACL rehab, guiding parents, athletes, and coaches through one of the most pressing crises in sports performance.In this episode of The Ready State Podcast, Kelly and Juliet Starrett sit down with Coach Bott to dig into why so many kids are getting hurt, why recovery takes longer than most parents realize, and how we can protect the next generation of athletes.What You'll Learn in This Episode* Why ACL rehab isn’t 12 weeks—it’s a full year* The difference between yesterday’s athletes and today’s single-sport kids* Red flags parents should watch for in youth sport programs* How to support kids when insurance and the system fall short* The myths around strength training and growth in young athletes* Why prevention starts with play, variety, and strength—not fear* The real story behind the menstrual cycle and ACL injury debatesKey Highlights: 00:00 - Intro00:54 - Carmen's Background05:26 - Athletes 25 Years Ago10:00 - Good Rehab Program Criteria13:18 - Ideal Club System for Athletes16:40 - Supporting Kids in Sports23:46 - Post-Acute Rehab Strategies29:32 - Return to Play: Getting Fitter32:23 - Importance of Exposure in Rehab39:34 - Returning to Contact Sports44:51 - Preventing ACL Injuries in Kids52:30 - Menstrual Cycle and Athletic Performance56:04 - Myth Busting in Sports58:20 - Where to Find Carmen59:34 - OutroSponsorsThis episode of The Ready State Podcast is brought to you by LMNT and Momentous.
The Ready State Podcast
Welcome to The Ready State Podcast, where unlocking human potential is not a goal, but a way of life. Where becoming the healthiest and most resilient version of yourself, both physically and mentally, is not just something you work toward… but a power mindset you embody day in and day out.
Turning complex topics into instantly applicable lessons, this show is a compass for those seeking excellence in every facet of life – physical health, athletic performance, work, purpose, creativity, and family life.
Dr. Kelly and Juliet Starrett, the New York Times bestselling authors of ‘Built To Move’, help listeners achieve this by sitting down with some of the world’s most influential figures in health, wellness, fitness, business, and art.
Every episode is infused with Dr. Kelly’s wisdom from 10+ years of training and coaching elite athletes in the NFL, MLB, the Olympics, and more. His expertise is perfectly complemented by Juliet’s profound insights as a three-time world champion paddler, CEO & Founder of two world-renowned fitness companies, and overall life enthusiast. There’s a reason they’re called a power duo.
