Finding Small Wins

By: Dr. Adam Loiacono
  • Summary

  • Pulling back the curtain on sports to upgrade health & performance. Dr. Adam Loiacono discusses not only the X's & O's of successful sports training and rehab, but also explores how industry leaders & experts are finding small wins that contribute to high performance. Adam will even share some insight into some challenges that happen behind the scenes that can influence the health & performance of not only athletes, but everyday life.
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Episodes
  • Rethinking Recovery, Stiffness, and Circulation with Anthony Kjenstad
    Apr 15 2025

    Visit www.AdamLoiacono.com and follow Adam on Instagram at @adam.loiacono for more tools, education, and behind-the-scenes insights into sports rehab, performance, and recovery.

    In this episode of Finding Small Wins, Adam Loiacono sits down with Anthony Kjenstad, founder of Firefly Recovery, to explore the science and simplicity neuromuscular electrical stimulation (NMES) in sports recovery and post-op recovery.

    From his start in orthopedic devices to landing a successful pitch on Shark Tank, Anthony shares the journey of Firefly—from medical necessity to high-performance essential. The two unpack the physiology behind NMES and its head-to-head comparisons with pneumatic compression boots. Whether it’s reducing swelling overnight, enhancing fluid movement on long flights, or even accelerating recovery post-pitch for MLB and NFL athletes, this conversation covers it all.

    Adam and Anthony also discuss how understanding the principles of circulation and muscle activation unlock countless uses—from managing stiffness post-surgery to supporting sleep recovery.

    For exclusive podcast notes, head to adamloiacono.com/category/podcast

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    38 mins
  • Mitochondria, Magnetism & Modern Performance with Nate Barry
    Apr 8 2025

    Start optimizing your other 22 hours by heading to www.AdamLoiacono.com and following Adam on Instagram at @adam.loiacono!

    In this powerhouse episode of Finding Small Wins, Adam Loiacono is joined by performance health specialist Nate Barry for a deep-dive conversation that goes far beyond sets and reps. Nate’s experience working with elite NFL and MLB athletes has driven him into the world of functional and precision medicine, where he now specializes in helping individuals thrive by leveraging diagnostics, mitochondrial health, light exposure, grounding, and recovery routines that actually move the needle.

    This episode pulls back the curtain on the strategies used by the world’s best athletes—and how everyday people can apply them. From defining recovery as “returning to homeostasis,” to highlighting how circadian rhythms, blue light, and magnetism directly impact health, Nate delivers science-backed, simple changes anyone can implement today. Learn what labs matter, why mitochondria are your body’s battery, and how a walk outside barefoot might be the best supplement you’re not taking.

    If you’re a physical therapist, coach, or simply someone who cares about their long-term performance, this episode is packed with takeaways.

    🎧 Don’t miss a single insight—go to adamloiacono.com/category/podcast for exclusive podcast content, resources, and show notes!

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    1 hr and 3 mins
  • From Special Forces to Preventative Medicine with Dr. Jesse Greer
    Apr 1 2025

    Start optimizing your health today! Visit www.AdamLoiacono.com for insights on performance, rehab, and mentorship. Follow Adam on Instagram at @adam.loiacono for more expert-driven content.

    In this episode of Finding Small Wins, host Adam Loiacono sits down with Dr. Jesse Greer, a former Army Rangers doctor turned CEO of Preamble Medicine in Scottsdale, AZ. Dr. Greer shares his journey from treating soldiers in the Special Forces to pioneering a proactive, data-driven approach to healthcare.

    They dive deep into preventative medicine, performance optimization, and Medicine 3.0, exploring how the strategies used to keep elite military personnel and professional athletes performing at their best can be applied to everyday health and longevity.

    Topics include:

    ✅ The impact of chronic stress and overtraining on metabolic health
    ✅ What athletes and high performers get wrong about recovery
    ✅ How GLP-1 inhibitors (Ozempic, Mounjaro) fit into the health equation
    ✅ The critical role of muscle mass, VO2 max, and mobility in longevity
    ✅ Why the current healthcare model is failing proactive individuals

    Dr. Greer explains why preventative medicine should be the new standard and how his clinic helps individuals take charge of their long-term health.

    🎙️ Want more exclusive podcast content? Visit this link for full show notes and insights.

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    57 mins
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