Sports Medicine Weekly

01/05/2026

Pedal to a Healthier Brain

Discover how cycling and mixed-mode travel can protect brain health and lower dementia risk. Brian J. Cole, MD, MBA explores research showing active commuting supports hippocampal volume, cognitive resilience, and long-term brain structure....

Discover how cycling and mixed-mode travel can protect brain health and lower dementia risk. Brian J. Cole, MD, MBA explores research showing active commuting supports hippocampal volume, cognitive resilience, and long-term brain structure.

12/30/2025

2025 Wrapped! 🎧 Check out the highlights from this year of Sports Medicine Weekly with Dr. Brian Cole—our top episodes, our top countries, and everything in between. Thank you for listening and making this year one to remember!

12/24/2025

Mobile Apps for Athletic Wellness: Tracking Sleep, Nutrition, and Recovery Metrics

Explore how mobile apps and wearable technology support athletic wellness by tracking sleep, nutrition, recovery metrics, and training load. Learn how data-driven tools improve personalization and help athletes manage performance more efficiently....

Explore how mobile apps and wearable technology support athletic wellness by tracking sleep, nutrition, recovery metrics, and training load. Learn how data-driven tools improve personalization and help athletes manage performance more efficiently.

12/23/2025

How Fit Is Your City? What the Rankings Reveal

Discover what makes a city truly fitness-friendly with insights from the ACSM 2025 Fittest U.S. Cities Report. Brian J. Cole, MD, MBA explores national trends, top-ranked cities, and how Chicago encourages active lifestyles through walkability, parks, trails, and community programs—plus tips for combining aerobic and strength training for better health....

Discover what makes a city truly fitness-friendly with insights from the ACSM 2025 Fittest U.S. Cities Report. Brian J. Cole, MD, MBA explores national trends, top-ranked cities, and how Chicago encourages active lifestyles through walkability, parks, trails, and community programs—plus tips for c...

12/22/2025

Football Recovery Breakthrough: Hyperbaric Chamber Athletes Show Superior Muscle Healing

Explore how hyperbaric oxygen therapy is being studied in football recovery, including protocol design, biochemical markers, athlete fatigue ratings, and key considerations for clinics evaluating hyperbaric chamber options....

Explore how hyperbaric oxygen therapy is being studied in football recovery, including protocol design, biochemical markers, athlete fatigue ratings, and key considerations for clinics evaluating hyperbaric chamber options.

12/21/2025

How Telemedicine Helps Injury Victims Get Immediate Medical Advice

Unexpected accidents spark a chaotic swirl of adrenaline and deep uncertainty for any victim. Most people find themselves momentarily frozen, wondering if their intense pain warrants a grueling trip to the emergency room or if they can safely wait until morning. It is during these first few minutes that the trajectory of your physical recovery is often decided. Without a clear path forward, seemingly minor injuries can spiral into permanent, long-term complications....

Learn how telemedicine provides fast, accurate medical guidance for injury victims. Discover when virtual care is appropriate, how digital triage works, and why real-time documentation supports safer recovery and stronger clinical outcomes.

12/20/2025

Can Participating in Sports Help with Trauma and PTSD?

Explore how structured physical activity and sports participation may support trauma and PTSD recovery through movement, social connection, nervous system regulation, and integration with comprehensive behavioral health treatment....

Explore how structured physical activity and sports participation may support trauma and PTSD recovery through movement, social connection, nervous system regulation, and integration with comprehensive behavioral health treatment.

12/19/2025

Magnesium: The Mineral That Keeps You Moving

Learn how magnesium supports joint health, reduces inflammation, and promotes cartilage and bone strength. Brian J. Cole, MD, MBA explores research-backed benefits of magnesium for osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, and post-surgery recovery, plus tips for magnesium-rich foods and supplementation to keep you moving comfortably....

Learn how magnesium supports joint health, reduces inflammation, and promotes cartilage and bone strength. Brian J. Cole, MD, MBA explores research-backed benefits of magnesium for osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, and post-surgery recovery, plus tips for magnesium-rich foods and supplementation...

12/18/2025

Feel Better, Play Better: Accessing Licensed Online Therapy for Athlete Mental Health

Learn how licensed online therapy helps athletes reduce stress, improve focus, and build long-term resilience. Discover what to look for in a qualified provider, how intake and sessions work, and why mental health care strengthens athletic performance....

Learn how licensed online therapy helps athletes reduce stress, improve focus, and build long-term resilience. Discover what to look for in a qualified provider, how intake and sessions work, and why mental health care strengthens athletic performance.

12/17/2025

Wearable Tech for Athletes: How Smart Sensors Improve Injury Prevention and Recovery

Discover how wearable technology and smart sensors help athletes prevent injuries, monitor performance, and accelerate recovery. Learn how AI, integrated care platforms, and real-time data are reshaping modern sports medicine....

Discover how wearable technology and smart sensors help athletes prevent injuries, monitor performance, and accelerate recovery. Learn how AI, integrated care platforms, and real-time data are reshaping modern sports medicine.

12/16/2025

Recovery Shoes 101: What They Are and Why You Need Them

Learn how recovery shoes reduce soreness, improve circulation, and support foot health after workouts. Discover the science behind their design and why athletes, workers, and everyday movers benefit from wearing them....

Learn how recovery shoes reduce soreness, improve circulation, and support foot health after workouts. Discover the science behind their design and why athletes, workers, and everyday movers benefit from wearing them.

12/15/2025

Dashing Through the Snow: How to Stay Fit During the Holidays

Brian J. Cole, MD, MBA shares practical, science-backed strategies to help you stay active, maintain strength, and feel energized throughout the holiday season. Learn how short workouts, mindful nutrition, portion balance, sleep habits, and seasonal activities can support overall health—even during the busiest time of year....

Brian J. Cole, MD, MBA shares practical, science-backed strategies to help you stay active, maintain strength, and feel energized throughout the holiday season. Learn how short workouts, mindful nutrition, portion balance, sleep habits, and seasonal activities can support overall health—even durin...