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In this episode, we dig into one of the most common and quietly painful experiences in ACL recovery: being months or even years out from surgery and still not feeling close to where you thought you would be. We break down why the 9-to-12-month timeline, as useful as it is as a starting point, was never a guarantee, and why using it as a personal benchmark is setting so many athletes up to feel like they failed a recovery they were never given the right tools to complete. We walk through the real variables that extend timelines beyond what anyone warned you about, including injury complexity, graft type, complications like scar tissue and cyclops lesions, the quality and individualization of care inside a system not built for long recoveries, and the reality of life not pausing for rehab. We share real examples of athletes we are currently working with who are two years out, never been tested, or navigating their fourth ACL surgery, to show you that a longer road is not the exception. We close with a challenge to audit your own process honestly, because the difference between being stuck and making real progress often comes down to whether you actually know your numbers, have programming built for you specifically, and have someone who can tell you where you are and what comes next.Ways we can connect:My IG: www.instagram.com/ravipatel.dptOur website: www.theaclathlete.comEmail: ravi@theaclathlete.com_________________Submit a topic or a question you'd like me to answer.Check out our website and tons of free ACL resourcesSign up for The ACL Athlete - VALUE Newsletter (an exclusive newsletter packed with value - ACL advice, go-to exercises, ACL research reviews, athlete wins, frameworks we use, mindset coaching, blog articles, podcast episodes, and pre-launch access to some exciting projects we have lined up)1-on-1 Remote ACL Coaching - A clear plan. Structured ACL program. Based on your goals. Expert guidance and support with every step. Objective testing from anywhere in the world.Send me a text and share anything about the podcast - an episode that hit home or how the podcast has helped you in your journey.

In this episode, we take a deep dive into one of the most overlooked pieces of the ACL injury: bone bruising. Present in roughly 85% of ACL tears, bone bruises are almost always mentioned in the MRI report and almost always glossed over in the clinical conversation. We break down what a bone bruise actually is at the tissue level, why the classic "kissing contusion" pattern shows up on the lateral side of the knee, and how the Costa-Paz grading system helps us understand severity. We walk through three key research findings on healing timelines, cartilage risk, and long term outcomes. We also get into the practical rehab implications: why bone bruising is one of the strongest arguments for not rushing into surgery, how it contributes to slower swelling resolution and quad activation in prehab, what it means for early post-op loading, and how to use symptoms and criteria rather than the calendar to guide progressions. Whether you are an athlete trying to make sense of what your knee is telling you or a clinician looking to factor this into your clinical reasoning, this episode gives the bone bruise the airtime it deserves.Ways we can connect:My IG: www.instagram.com/ravipatel.dptOur website: www.theaclathlete.comEmail: ravi@theaclathlete.com_________________Submit a topic or a question you'd like me to answer.Check out our website and tons of free ACL resourcesSign up for The ACL Athlete - VALUE Newsletter (an exclusive newsletter packed with value - ACL advice, go-to exercises, ACL research reviews, athlete wins, frameworks we use, mindset coaching, blog articles, podcast episodes, and pre-launch access to some exciting projects we have lined up)1-on-1 Remote ACL Coaching - A clear plan. Structured ACL program. Based on your goals. Expert guidance and support with every step. Objective testing from anywhere in the world.Send me a text and share anything about the podcast - an episode that hit home or how the podcast has helped you in your journey.

In today's episode Rebecca shares her two pregnancy and birth experiences. Her first was complicated by obstetric cholestasis, which impacted her options when it came to where to give birth, but amazingly her contractions started spontaneously before she even got to booking the induction she was being recommended. She talks us through her two straightforward vaginal births and ensuing postpartum haemorrhages, and candidly shares her experience of postnatal depression in the months following her first baby's arrival. We discuss the value of birth debriefing, having a strong support system postpartum and the transformative impact of excellent midwifery care. Rebecca also reflects on the power of independent research, tuning into what feels right for you as an individual and being brave enough to advocate for yourself. Her story is such a beautiful reminder that birth can still feel positive and empowering, even when things don't unfold quite as hoped. This is a unique and thoughtful episode about positivity, gratitude and trauma all existing alongside one another.   Dr Jenna Brough: https://www.instagram.com/dr.jenna.psychologist/ Rebecca's IG: https://www.instagram.com/rebeccaleecommunications/    My website: www.serenalouth.com My IG: https://www.instagram.com/serenalouth/

How To Forgive Yourself For Past Mistakes & Reinvent Yourself If you've made a mistake and can't stop replaying it in your head, this episode is for you. we're talking about self-forgiveness, letting go of shame, rebuilding your confidence and learning how to move on without letting one mistake define your entire life. you are not alone!!

In this episode, we break down how to actually navigate second (or third) opinions in ACL care without getting overwhelmed or stuck in decision paralysis. From pre-surgery planning to post-op confusion and complex, lingering symptoms, we walk through how to collect the right information, interpret conflicting recommendations, and identify when a new set of eyes is truly needed. You'll hear how different surgeons can look at the same knee and arrive at completely different conclusions, why medical records can miss key parts of your lived experience, and how insurance and logistics quietly shape your options more than most people realize. Most importantly, this episode gives you a structured way to move from uncertainty to clarity by focusing on patterns, not isolated opinions.Ways we can connect:My IG: www.instagram.com/ravipatel.dptOur website: www.theaclathlete.comEmail: ravi@theaclathlete.com_________________Submit a topic or a question you'd like me to answer.Check out our website and tons of free ACL resourcesSign up for The ACL Athlete - VALUE Newsletter (an exclusive newsletter packed with value - ACL advice, go-to exercises, ACL research reviews, athlete wins, frameworks we use, mindset coaching, blog articles, podcast episodes, and pre-launch access to some exciting projects we have lined up)1-on-1 Remote ACL Coaching - A clear plan. Structured ACL program. Based on your goals. Expert guidance and support with every step. Objective testing from anywhere in the world.Send me a text and share anything about the podcast - an episode that hit home or how the podcast has helped you in your journey.

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If you constantly overthink, overexplain, say yes when you mean no, or feel emotionally drained from trying to keep everyone happy…this episode is your wake up call.In today's episode, I'm breaking down The Maddy Perez Confidence Method: how to stop people pleasing, protect your energy, set boundaries without guilt, and become the kind of woman who chooses self respect over approval. We're talking confidence, mystery, detachment, selective energy, and how to become truly magnetic divas!!!!

In this episode, we talk about one of the quietest and most underrated phases of ACL recovery: the window after the crutches and brace are gone, but the real work is still very much in progress. We call it the sympathy gap, and it shows up when the visible markers of your injury disappear and the people around you quietly assume the story is over. We share what this phase actually looks like, why it hits so hard, and what you can do to stay grounded when the outside world has moved on, and the inside has not. Whether you are eight weeks post-op or deep into mid-stage rehab, if you have ever answered "I'm good" when you were not, this one is for you.Ways we can connect:My IG: www.instagram.com/ravipatel.dptOur website: www.theaclathlete.comEmail: ravi@theaclathlete.com_________________Submit a topic or a question you'd like me to answer.Check out our website and tons of free ACL resourcesSign up for The ACL Athlete - VALUE Newsletter (an exclusive newsletter packed with value - ACL advice, go-to exercises, ACL research reviews, athlete wins, frameworks we use, mindset coaching, blog articles, podcast episodes, and pre-launch access to some exciting projects we have lined up)1-on-1 Remote ACL Coaching - A clear plan. Structured ACL program. Based on your goals. Expert guidance and support with every step. Objective testing from anywhere in the world.Send me a text and share anything about the podcast - an episode that hit home or how the podcast has helped you in your journey.

In today's episode Ellie shares her extraordinary journey into motherhood. Everything seemed to be going smoothly until a few high blood pressure readings in her second trimester, so Ellie was taken by surprise when she was suddenly told she needed to remain in hospital until her baby's birth. She shares the debilitating anxiety she experienced whilst being monitored and waiting day by day to hear when her son would need to be born. At 31 weeks the decision was made for him to arrive by caesarean. Ellie reflects on how grateful she feels for the care they received and how well the team managed the situation, helping to make the experience a positive one despite the circumstances. She also shares about their five weeks in the NICU and the incredible support they had as they learned how to feed and care for their premature baby. Ellie's story is an amazing example of a mother's resilience and strength in the face of uncertainty.   Ellie's IG: https://www.instagram.com/ellieaustinwilliams/  The Birth Prep Bundle: https://sincere-union-68693.myflodesk.com/zkj6c4q686  My website: www.serenalouth.com My IG: https://www.instagram.com/serenalouth/  

We all know how to work out our muscles how to go to the gym to train to stay or get our bodies healthy, but how many of us know how to do that same thing for our minds? We watch what we eat and drink for our health, but not what we watch and listen to? In this episode, we talk about it: when to take a break from social media and things/people in the real world, when necessary, and how to be better about mental health and fitness. - I appreciate you all for listening. Thank you for being a part of the family here.THANK YOU to all of the worldwide THNKRS.  Thank you for giving your time and listening and joining the family and community here on the Think Bigger Podcast. Stay in touch in any way you can, the easiest way is on Instagram so feel free to message me there and join the livestreams whenever possible! My IG is: @thebigmike - Thank you. IG: @TheBigMikeThinkBiggerProject.comYouTube.com/BigMikeEdition YouTube.com/CarTalkwithRandB

In this episode, we go deeper into the two-stage revision ACL reconstruction process, starting with what actually happens during Stage 1 and why understanding the bone work changes how you think about the months that follow. We break down the interstage period, the stretch between Stage 1 and Stage 2 that we argue is the most underappreciated phase in all of ACL rehab, and walk through exactly what that window should look like physically and mentally. We cover the research, including what the MARS Group, Mitchell and colleagues, Gopinatth and colleagues, and the 2025 Sutton meta-analysis actually show about outcomes after revision reconstruction, and we name the numbers honestly, including the return to sport gap between returning to some activity and returning to the pre-injury level. We close with direct takeaways for both athletes and clinicians, and we bring the story we opened Episode 275 with full circle.Ways we can connect:My IG: www.instagram.com/ravipatel.dptOur website: www.theaclathlete.comEmail: ravi@theaclathlete.com_________________Submit a topic or a question you'd like me to answer.Check out our website and tons of free ACL resourcesSign up for The ACL Athlete - VALUE Newsletter (an exclusive newsletter packed with value - ACL advice, go-to exercises, ACL research reviews, athlete wins, frameworks we use, mindset coaching, blog articles, podcast episodes, and pre-launch access to some exciting projects we have lined up)1-on-1 Remote ACL Coaching - A clear plan. Structured ACL program. Based on your goals. Expert guidance and support with every step. Objective testing from anywhere in the world.Send me a text and share anything about the podcast - an episode that hit home or how the podcast has helped you in your journey.

The Elle Woods Productivity Method

In this episode, we open with the story of an athlete who did everything right after her ACL reconstruction and still knew something was off. Her surgeon told her she was fine. Her knee told her otherwise. We break down what a two-stage revision ACL reconstruction actually is, using the house renovation analogy to explain why some revision cases require a foundation fix before a new graft can go in. We cover the two primary reasons a two-stage becomes necessary: tunnel widening beyond 12 to 14 millimeters and non-anatomic tunnel positioning, and we get into who ends up facing this procedure and why it is not random bad luck. We also address something that does not get said enough: the damage of being told you are fine when you are not, the guilt athletes carry when a first surgery does not hold, and why getting the right team and the right diagnosis changes everything about how this process feels, even when it does not shorten it.Ways we can connect:My IG: www.instagram.com/ravipatel.dptOur website: www.theaclathlete.comEmail: ravi@theaclathlete.com_________________Submit a topic or a question you'd like me to answer.Check out our website and tons of free ACL resourcesSign up for The ACL Athlete - VALUE Newsletter (an exclusive newsletter packed with value - ACL advice, go-to exercises, ACL research reviews, athlete wins, frameworks we use, mindset coaching, blog articles, podcast episodes, and pre-launch access to some exciting projects we have lined up)1-on-1 Remote ACL Coaching - A clear plan. Structured ACL program. Based on your goals. Expert guidance and support with every step. Objective testing from anywhere in the world.Send me a text and share anything about the podcast - an episode that hit home or how the podcast has helped you in your journey.

You're Self Sabotaging Without Realizing It (Do This Instead)If you feel stuck… unmotivated… or like you're not becoming the version of you that you know you could be...this episode is going to hit.

In this episode, we dig into one of the most common and costly gaps in ACL rehab: the absence of structure outside of physical therapy sessions. We start with the math of how few hours most ACLers are actually getting guided work and walk through the three patterns we see most often in athletes who are not progressing the way they should. We make the case that the work you do between sessions, when it is intentional and well programmed, is where the majority of adaptation actually happens and that PT should be informing and guiding that work, not carrying the entire load. We break down what real structure looks like at each phase of recovery, from early post-op through late stage return to sport, and talk about why the gap between dropping PT frequency and rising programming demands is where so many athletes either plateau or get stuck for months. Whether you are an ACL athlete trying to figure out what your week should actually look like, a clinician working to close the gap for your patients, or a coach or parent supporting someone through this process, this episode gives you a framework you can act on immediately.Ways we can connect:My IG: www.instagram.com/ravipatel.dptOur website: www.theaclathlete.comEmail: ravi@theaclathlete.com_________________Submit a topic or a question you'd like me to answer.Check out our website and tons of free ACL resourcesSign up for The ACL Athlete - VALUE Newsletter (an exclusive newsletter packed with value - ACL advice, go-to exercises, ACL research reviews, athlete wins, frameworks we use, mindset coaching, blog articles, podcast episodes, and pre-launch access to some exciting projects we have lined up)1-on-1 Remote ACL Coaching - A clear plan. Structured ACL program. Based on your goals. Expert guidance and support with every step. Objective testing from anywhere in the world.Send me a text and share anything about the podcast - an episode that hit home or how the podcast has helped you in your journey.

7 Mindset Shifts That Will Make You Unrecognizable in 30 Days If you've been feeling stuck… like you know you're meant to be more disciplined, confident, organized, and happy, but you can't seem to bridge the gap between where you are and who you want to become… this episode is for you.

In this episode, we close out the two-part series on AI in ACL rehab with the territory that matters most. We open with a use case we did not cover in part one, using AI as an audit tool to compare your actual care against what the research says, and why the way you prompt it determines whether you get honest information or just the answer you were already looking for. We then finish tier two with the pattern of athletes who build a program from AI and troubleshoot it with AI, no human ever in the loop, and move into tier three, the hard lines where AI should never be the decision maker. We break down exactly what AI cannot know when it builds your program, your graft type, your quad deficit, your swelling pattern, your movement quality, and your psychological readiness, and why the return to sport decision requires a human who can test you, watch you move, and take responsibility for the call. We get specific about how we use AI at The ACL Athlete, where it earns its place in our workflow and where it does not touch the process at all. We close with the three question framework you can use every single time you reach for AI to answer something about your knee, your program, or your recovery.Ways we can connect:My IG: www.instagram.com/ravipatel.dptOur website: www.theaclathlete.comEmail: ravi@theaclathlete.com_________________Submit a topic or a question you'd like me to answer.Check out our website and tons of free ACL resourcesSign up for The ACL Athlete - VALUE Newsletter (an exclusive newsletter packed with value - ACL advice, go-to exercises, ACL research reviews, athlete wins, frameworks we use, mindset coaching, blog articles, podcast episodes, and pre-launch access to some exciting projects we have lined up)1-on-1 Remote ACL Coaching - A clear plan. Structured ACL program. Based on your goals. Expert guidance and support with every step. Objective testing from anywhere in the world.Send me a text and share anything about the podcast - an episode that hit home or how the podcast has helped you in your journey.

Burnt Out Try This Instead of 75 Hard (Soft Girl 30 Challenge)

In this episode, we open a two-part series on one of the most important and underaddressed conversations in ACL rehab right now: how ACL athletes, parents, and clinicians are using artificial intelligence (AI) and where it helps versus where it quietly works against the recovery. We walk through why AI trained on generic, protocol-driven internet content gives athletes the average of a system that is already failing them, and then we break down the first two tiers of our framework. Tier one covers where AI genuinely earns its place, understanding your MRI report, preparing for a surgical consultation, decoding clinical language after appointments, learning about the psychological side of recovery, and navigating a confusing healthcare system. Tier two is where we get honest about the risks, the confidence gap that makes AI sound certain when it is not, and the confirmation bias loop that lets athletes find the permissive answer they were looking for without anyone ever actually examining their knee. Part two is coming next week with the hard lines, the three-question framework you can use forever, and exactly how we use AI at The ACL Athlete.Ways we can connect:My IG: www.instagram.com/ravipatel.dptOur website: www.theaclathlete.comEmail: ravi@theaclathlete.com_________________Submit a topic or a question you'd like me to answer.Check out our website and tons of free ACL resourcesSign up for The ACL Athlete - VALUE Newsletter (an exclusive newsletter packed with value - ACL advice, go-to exercises, ACL research reviews, athlete wins, frameworks we use, mindset coaching, blog articles, podcast episodes, and pre-launch access to some exciting projects we have lined up)1-on-1 Remote ACL Coaching - A clear plan. Structured ACL program. Based on your goals. Expert guidance and support with every step. Objective testing from anywhere in the world.Send me a text and share anything about the podcast - an episode that hit home or how the podcast has helped you in your journey.

“Move with purpose!” Have you heard that saying before? If you haven't it is self-explanatory… don't be dragging your foot, slowly moving, looking lost - move like you know what you're doing and where you're going! But how can you move with purpose if you haven't taken the time and know what that purpose is? How can you get to your destination if you haven't decided where exactly you're going? In this episode we touch on these questions and train of thought. - I appreciate you all for listening. Thank you for being a part of the family here.THANK YOU to all of the worldwide THNKRS.  Thank you for giving your time and listening and joining the family and community here on the Think Bigger Podcast. Stay in touch in any way you can, the easiest way is on Instagram so feel free to message me there and join the livestreams whenever possible! My IG is: @thebigmike - Thank you. IG: @TheBigMikeThinkBiggerProject.comYouTube.com/BigMikeEdition YouTube.com/CarTalkwithRandB

Victoria's Secret Model Weight Loss Habits That Actually Work (30 Days)In today's episode, I'm breaking down how to realistically eat, train, and take care of yourself like a Victoria's Secret model—so you can feel lean, strong, confident, and like her without burning out.

In this episode, we break down one of the most misunderstood parts of ACL rehab: testing. We cover what testing actually means beyond a single number, why the pass or fail mindset is not only emotionally draining but can literally affect the accuracy of your data, and how to shift your relationship with assessments so they work for you instead of against you. We walk through the difference between an audit and a verdict, why trends over time matter far more than any single data point, and what it actually means when an athlete hits a threshold but stays flat versus one who keeps climbing. If you or someone you know has ever walked into a testing session carrying dread, this one is for you.Ways we can connect:My IG: www.instagram.com/ravipatel.dptOur website: www.theaclathlete.comEmail: ravi@theaclathlete.com_________________Submit a topic or a question you'd like me to answer.Check out our website and tons of free ACL resourcesSign up for The ACL Athlete - VALUE Newsletter (an exclusive newsletter packed with value - ACL advice, go-to exercises, ACL research reviews, athlete wins, frameworks we use, mindset coaching, blog articles, podcast episodes, and pre-launch access to some exciting projects we have lined up)1-on-1 Remote ACL Coaching - A clear plan. Structured ACL program. Based on your goals. Expert guidance and support with every step. Objective testing from anywhere in the world.Send me a text and share anything about the podcast - an episode that hit home or how the podcast has helped you in your journey.

You see coaches with far less training and experience getting more clients than you, and it doesn't make sense. You try not to spiral about it.but the truth is…you have more qualifications. you are more of an expert. and yet, online? you feel overlooked.why?Because the things you've been taught to value most. The things you put at the top of your resume… isn't what makes people choose you in the online space. In this episode you'll discover: why your "anecdotal authority" is a competitive advantagehow to use your lived experience to increase your credibility and confidence and because I'm teaching "anecdotal authority", the whole episode is an anecdote, about the surprising ways my sobriety journey has given me anecdotal authority. I promise you- this episode will completely flip your perspective on the value you bring, that you've been overlooking. My IG post about sobriety Client inflow fix Client inflow mapper

In this episode, we dive into one of the most common and least talked about situations in ACL rehab: what happens when the person guiding your recovery is someone you already know. Whether it is a PT friend, a parent who is a clinician, or a spouse who knows movement, the reasons for going this route make complete sense on the surface. But in practice, the dynamic almost always shifts in ways that cost athletes time, progress, and clarity. We break down why this happens, what it looks like in real athletes we have worked with, and the honest questions every athlete in this situation needs to ask themselves. We also share where we personally stand on this and why objectivity, structure, and a clear clinical relationship matter more than familiarity when the stakes are this high.Ways we can connect:My IG: www.instagram.com/ravipatel.dptOur website: www.theaclathlete.comEmail: ravi@theaclathlete.com_________________Submit a topic or a question you'd like me to answer.Check out our website and tons of free ACL resourcesSign up for The ACL Athlete - VALUE Newsletter (an exclusive newsletter packed with value - ACL advice, go-to exercises, ACL research reviews, athlete wins, frameworks we use, mindset coaching, blog articles, podcast episodes, and pre-launch access to some exciting projects we have lined up)1-on-1 Remote ACL Coaching - A clear plan. Structured ACL program. Based on your goals. Expert guidance and support with every step. Objective testing from anywhere in the world.Send me a text and share anything about the podcast - an episode that hit home or how the podcast has helped you in your journey.

You guys honor me by sharing your personal stories and struggles and thoughts and dreams. Those of you that answered the call to action in the last episode really gave me insight and perspective and I hope and pray that I did the same for you with my responses. Because of all of that, I decided to continue this series and this episode is part two of that call to action. I look forward to you all listening to this episode, and to hearing from all of you in my IG Messages  Thank you for being a part of the community and family here.THANK YOU to all of the worldwide THNKRS.  Thank you for giving your time and listening and joining the family and community here on the Think Bigger Podcast. Stay in touch in any way you can, the easiest way is on Instagram so feel free to message me there and join the livestreams whenever possible! My IG is: @thebigmike - Thank you. IG: @TheBigMikeThinkBiggerProject.comYouTube.com/BigMikeEdition YouTube.com/CarTalkwithRandB

April 1st is the new January 1st.This is your chance to get back on track, glow up, and step into your hot, healthy, happy era before summer hits.

In this episode, we dig into one of the most overlooked mistakes in ACL recovery: undereating. It sounds logical on the surface: you are moving less, so you eat less. But what is actually happening inside your body after surgery tells a completely different story. We break down the surgical stress cascade, what the research says about how fast muscle disappears in that first week post-op, and why inadequate protein intake can quietly sabotage your quad strength, your rehab benchmarks, and your entire timeline. Whether you are an athlete early in your recovery, a clinician guiding someone through it, a parent watching your kid struggle to make progress, or a coach trying to connect the dots on why an athlete is stalling, this episode gives you a clear, research-backed picture of what your body actually needs to heal and rebuild, and why food is not the enemy right now.Link to article: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC8156786/Ways we can connect:My IG: www.instagram.com/ravipatel.dptOur website: www.theaclathlete.comEmail: ravi@theaclathlete.com_________________Submit a topic or a question you'd like me to answer.Check out our website and tons of free ACL resourcesSign up for The ACL Athlete - VALUE Newsletter (an exclusive newsletter packed with value - ACL advice, go-to exercises, ACL research reviews, athlete wins, frameworks we use, mindset coaching, blog articles, podcast episodes, and pre-launch access to some exciting projects we have lined up)1-on-1 Remote ACL Coaching - A clear plan. Structured ACL program. Based on your goals. Expert guidance and support with every step. Objective testing from anywhere in the world.Send me a text and share anything about the podcast - an episode that hit home or how the podcast has helped you in your journey.

In this episode, we sit with a quote from Duke Women's Basketball coach Kara Lawson that stopped me in my tracks and immediately made me think of every ACL athlete navigating this process. We don't get to control the length of our adversity. We get to control who we are in it. We unpack why "when will this be over?" is the wrong question to be asking, what it actually means to lock into what's real and true during ACL rehab, and how objective testing, data, and individualized programming are the film and analytics of your recovery. Whether you are in the thick of it right now, supporting someone who is, or a clinician guiding athletes through this every day, this episode is a reminder that the mindset you bring into this process is the one thing fully within your control.Here's the video link: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DU27g0tDrpP/Ways we can connect:My IG: www.instagram.com/ravipatel.dptOur website: www.theaclathlete.comEmail: ravi@theaclathlete.com_________________Submit a topic or a question you'd like me to answer.Check out our website and tons of free ACL resourcesSign up for The ACL Athlete - VALUE Newsletter (an exclusive newsletter packed with value - ACL advice, go-to exercises, ACL research reviews, athlete wins, frameworks we use, mindset coaching, blog articles, podcast episodes, and pre-launch access to some exciting projects we have lined up)1-on-1 Remote ACL Coaching - A clear plan. Structured ACL program. Based on your goals. Expert guidance and support with every step. Objective testing from anywhere in the world.Send me a text and share anything about the podcast - an episode that hit home or how the podcast has helped you in your journeySend me a text and share anything about the podcast - an episode that hit home or how the podcast has helped you in your journey.

Transform Your Life In 30 Days With This ‘It Girl' Spring Morning Routine

This episode is personal. I spent years letting people live rent free in my brain, specifically a few women who had once been my closest friends and then made it very clear they didn't like me. I was destroyed by it. I tried everything to get them to like me again. It never worked.What came out of that experience changed me as a parent and as a human. Because here's what I had to learn the hard way: someone else's hate literally cannot touch you unless you let it. Their emotions belong to them. What you feel comes from your own thoughts, not their words.The less you fear being disliked, the better parent you become. And that's what this one is all about.Go connect with your kids.

In this episode, we dig into one of the most important and least talked about conversations in ACL rehab: the decision of whether or not to go back to your sport or activity after an ACL injury. We break down why this decision is not one size fits all and how three key factors change the entire equation: injury severity and surgical history, your actual goals, and your current season of life. We walk through real examples from athletes we work with, from dads and moms with young kids to surgeons, teenagers, and weekend warriors, and explain why the true goal of ACL rehab is not necessarily to go back to everything you did before. It is to know that you could. We also draw a hard line between fear-based avoidance and an informed, calculated choice, and why your rehab should get you to a place of strength so you can decide from clarity, not from limitation.Ways we can connect:My IG: www.instagram.com/ravipatel.dptOur website: www.theaclathlete.comEmail: ravi@theaclathlete.com_________________Submit a topic or a question you'd like me to answer.Check out our website and tons of free ACL resourcesSign up for The ACL Athlete - VALUE Newsletter (an exclusive newsletter packed with value - ACL advice, go-to exercises, ACL research reviews, athlete wins, frameworks we use, mindset coaching, blog articles, podcast episodes, and pre-launch access to some exciting projects we have lined up)1-on-1 Remote ACL Coaching - A clear plan. Structured ACL program. Based on your goals. Expert guidance and support with every step. Objective testing from anywhere in the world.Send me a text and share anything about the podcast - an episode that hit home or how the podcast has helped you in your journey.

If you're on your glow up journey and becoming hotter, healthier, happier, and more confident, this video is for you.

When one of my daughters was refusing to go to bed every single night, my first instinct was to fix it. But when I paused and actually got curious about what was going on, she told me she was scared to be alone. Her behavior wasn't defiance. It was fear.That's what this episode is about. Over 95% of our kids' problem behavior was never intentional, and when we treat it like something to correct, we miss the real message underneath. In this episode I walk you through what it actually means to see your child instead of correct them, and why that one shift changes everything.Go connect with your kids.

In this episode, we break down what it actually means to have a complicated ACL/knee case, from multi-ligament involvement and cartilage damage to post-op complications like cyclops lesions, scar tissue, and quad shutdown/AMI that never resolves. We get honest about why surgeons default to "keep working on it," why patients stay too long with providers who are not helping them, and exactly when it is time to go get another opinion, or a third, or a fourth. If you are months out and still not getting answers, or you have a complex case that nobody seems to know how to handle, this episode is going to give you a framework and the permission to take control of your own rehab.Ways we can connect:My IG: www.instagram.com/ravipatel.dptOur website: www.theaclathlete.comEmail: ravi@theaclathlete.com_________________Submit a topic or a question you'd like me to answer.Check out our website and tons of free ACL resourcesSign up for The ACL Athlete - VALUE Newsletter (an exclusive newsletter packed with value - ACL advice, go-to exercises, ACL research reviews, athlete wins, frameworks we use, mindset coaching, blog articles, podcast episodes, and pre-launch access to some exciting projects we have lined up)1-on-1 Remote ACL Coaching - A clear plan. Structured ACL program. Based on your goals. Expert guidance and support with every step. Objective testing from anywhere in the world.Send me a text and share anything about the podcast - an episode that hit home or how the podcast has helped you in your journey.

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In this episode, we mark five years of The ACL Athlete Podcast by doing something I almost let pass entirely: sitting down with no agenda, and saying the things that have never quite been said clearly enough. We open with a message from a listener that stopped me in my tracks, shares what it actually cost me to go through two ACL tears, and then walks through five lessons that apply just as much to your knee as they do to your life. From why consistency in the hard moments is the whole game, to how asking for help is one of the highest leverage decisions you will ever make, to why fear does not need to leave the room before you take action, this episode is a reminder that the ACL process is not just physical. It is mental and emotional. If you are in the middle of it, just finished PT, watching your kid go through it, or a clinician trying to do better work for your athletes, this one was made for you.Ways we can connect:My IG: www.instagram.com/ravipatel.dptOur website: www.theaclathlete.comEmail: ravi@theaclathlete.com_________________Submit a topic or a question you'd like me to answer.Check out our website and tons of free ACL resourcesSign up for The ACL Athlete - VALUE Newsletter (an exclusive newsletter packed with value - ACL advice, go-to exercises, ACL research reviews, athlete wins, frameworks we use, mindset coaching, blog articles, podcast episodes, and pre-launch access to some exciting projects we have lined up)1-on-1 Remote ACL Coaching - A clear plan. Structured ACL program. Based on your goals. Expert guidance and support with every step. Objective testing from anywhere in the world.Send me a text and share anything about the podcast - an episode that hit home or how the podcast has helped you in your journey.

Dean Karnazes is a world-renowned ultramarathon runner and best-selling author. Some things Dean has done:- Ran 350 miles (560 km) in 80 hours and 44 minutes without sleep in 2005- Ran a marathon to the South Pole in −13 °F without snow shoes- Ran a marathon in each of the 50 states in 50 consecutive days- Ran 135 miles (217 km) across Death Valley in 120 °F- 148 miles (238 km) in 24 hours on a treadmill- Ran 3,000 miles (4,800 km) from Disneyland to New York City in 75 daysAnd so many other absolutely incredible things. This conversation is a deep dive into his mind, experiences, and life.Find Dean Here: https://www.instagram.com/ultramarathon/My IG: https://www.instagram.com/jamesbrackiniv/Want to work with me? https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScx1-ILH2euEUchlEmSSj3ccMc0qR464ZpLlN4W74f5_gq_iw/viewformLearn about your health: https://bit.ly/45L3fmyGet the best flavored toothpicks: bit.ly/4sBCKtO

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In this episode, we unpack a big misconception in ACL rehab: the belief that if PT feels hard, it must be working. We break down why sweat, fatigue, and high heart rates don't automatically equal progress, especially when your knee is swollen or stiff the next day. We dive into the difference between capacity and tolerance, explain why excessive plyometric volume can quietly stall recovery, and outline what intentional, criteria-driven rehab actually looks like. If you've ever walked out of a session exhausted but unsure if you're truly moving forward, this episode will help you rethink what “good rehab” really means.Ways we can connect:My IG: www.instagram.com/ravipatel.dptOur website: www.theaclathlete.comEmail: ravi@theaclathlete.com_________________Submit a topic or a question you'd like me to answer.Check out our website and tons of free ACL resourcesSign up for The ACL Athlete - VALUE Newsletter (an exclusive newsletter packed with value - ACL advice, go-to exercises, ACL research reviews, athlete wins, frameworks we use, mindset coaching, blog articles, podcast episodes, and pre-launch access to some exciting projects we have lined up)1-on-1 Remote ACL Coaching - A clear plan. Structured ACL program. Based on your goals. Expert guidance and support with every step. Objective testing from anywhere in the world.Send me a text and share anything about the podcast - an episode that hit home or how the podcast has helped you in your journey.

Regret shows up often in parenting, but it doesn't have to keep us stuck. In this episode, I explore how regret can become a tool for growth instead of a weapon we use against ourselves.We'll talk about the difference between regret that leads to learning and regret that keeps us spinning, how to shift from past-focused rumination to future-focused growth, and a simple framework I use to turn regret into clarity, compassion, and forward movement.This episode is an invitation to stop fighting the past, and start using it to become the parent you want to be.Learn more here --> https://connectmethodparenting.comNext Steps: Leave a review if you've been enjoying the CMP Podcast My Book: https://cmp.works/1xs My IG: https://cmp.works/ista

✨ Become a Better You in Just 7 Days With The Dream Woman 7 Challenge ✨Welcome back, my loves! Today we're diving into the Dream Woman 7 Challenge...a one-week glow-up designed to upgrade your mindset, your habits, your routines, and your entire life.

Do it. Make it real. Get it out of your head, and your heart, and talk to someone about it... in real life. That someone being me. Send me a DM on IG and share with me what is heavy on your mind right now. It doesn't matter how small, how heavy, how simple, or how complicated it is, whatever you are concerned about or stressed about, share it with me in a DM to my Instagram and I promise to read it answer you. We all need an unbiased, trustworthy place to talk and person to talk to, and that is what the Think Bigger Project community is all about. So, send the DM, and let's talk to each other in the real world about real things. - I appreciate you all for listening. Thank you for being a part of the family here.THANK YOU to all of the worldwide THNKRS.  Thank you for giving your time and listening and joining the family and community here on the Think Bigger Podcast. Stay in touch in any way you can, the easiest way is on Instagram so feel free to message me there and join the livestreams whenever possible! My IG is: @thebigmike - Thank you. IG: @TheBigMikeThinkBiggerProject.comYouTube.com/BigMikeEdition YouTube.com/CarTalkwithRandB

In this episode, we tackle one of the most frustrating and under-discussed parts of ACL rehab: your quad is still smaller months later, and you're wondering if something is wrong. I break down what the research actually shows about quadriceps muscle mass before surgery, immediately after, and even years down the road. We walk through why atrophy starts earlier than most people realize, why surgery creates a second drop, and why full visual symmetry is not guaranteed within 9–12 months. You'll also hear real-world examples from elite athletes, and why even world-class pros with top-tier resources don't always regain identical quad size quickly. We unpack graft type differences, genetics, programming mistakes, and the biological realities that shape muscle recovery. Most importantly, I explain why muscle size and strength are not a perfect one-to-one match using a simple “cup” analogy. Bigger muscle increases potential capacity, but performance depends on more than just volume. If you've been staring at your leg wondering why it still looks different, this episode gives you clarity, normalization, and practical direction on how to approach hypertrophy the right way.Ways we can connect:My IG: www.instagram.com/ravipatel.dptOur website: www.theaclathlete.comEmail: ravi@theaclathlete.com_________________Submit a topic or a question you'd like me to answer.Check out our website and tons of free ACL resourcesSign up for The ACL Athlete - VALUE Newsletter (an exclusive newsletter packed with value - ACL advice, go-to exercises, ACL research reviews, athlete wins, frameworks we use, mindset coaching, blog articles, podcast episodes, and pre-launch access to some exciting projects we have lined up)1-on-1 Remote ACL Coaching - A clear plan. Structured ACL program. Based on your goals. Expert guidance and support with every step. Objective testing from anywhere in the world.Send me a text and share anything about the podcast - an episode that hit home or how the podcast has helped you in your journey.

Expect to learn how changing your environment will change your entire direction in life.My IG: https://www.instagram.com/jamesbrackiniv/Want to work with me? https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScx1-ILH2euEUchlEmSSj3ccMc0qR464ZpLlN4W74f5_gq_iw/viewformLearn about your health: https://bit.ly/45L3fmyGet the best flavored toothpicks: bit.ly/4sBCKtO

Every season of growth asks something of us.In this episode, I'm talking about self-doubt, not as a problem to fix, but as a signal that you're stretching into your next level. Whether it's parenting, personal growth, or the work of becoming who you're meant to be, doubt often shows up right before expansion.We'll talk about why growth doesn't feel easy, how self-doubt is part of the process, and what it looks like to keep going anyway, especially when your kids are the ones calling you higher.If you've ever wondered, “Why does this feel so hard if I'm on the right path?” this episode is for you.Learn more here --> https://connectmethodparenting.comNext Steps: Leave a review if you've been enjoying the CMP Podcast My Book: https://cmp.works/1xs My IG: https://cmp.works/ista

In this episode, we take a deeper, more grounded look at resilience through the lens of Lindsey Vonn's ACL journey. Not as motivation, but as a real, physical, and mental demonstration of what the human body is capable of when given time, intention, and the right environment. From multiple ACL tears and degenerative knee changes to a partial knee replacement and a late-career Olympic push, Lindsey's story challenges rigid narratives around timelines, imaging, and “what should be possible” after injury. This episode unpacks the difference between structure and function, why feeling good doesn't always mean being ready, and how capacity, tolerance, and informed decision-making matter far more than labels. Most importantly, it reframes the ACL journey with a powerful reminder: it's never too late to rebuild, adapt, and return to what matters to you.Links: https://www.instagram.com/p/DUI-ajQDTCc/ https://www.espn.com/olympics/skiing/story/_/id/47776769/vonn-crashes-limps-final-test-run-week-olympics https://www.instagram.com/p/DUTSTCvDdIp/https://www.espn.com/olympics/story/_/id/47816576/vonn-confident-race-olympics-ruptured-acl https://www.instagram.com/reel/DUTcSDGEfPn/Ways we can connect:My IG: www.instagram.com/ravipatel.dptOur website: www.theaclathlete.comEmail: ravi@theaclathlete.com_________________Submit a topic or a question you'd like me to answer.Check out our website and tons of free ACL resourcesSign up for The ACL Athlete - VALUE Newsletter (an exclusive newsletter packed with value - ACL advice, go-to exercises, ACL research reviews, athlete wins, frameworks we use, mindset coaching, blog articles, podcast episodes, and pre-launch access to some exciting projects we have lined up)1-on-1 Remote ACL Coaching - A clear plan. Structured ACL program. Based on your goals. Expert guidance and support with every step. Objective testing from anywhere in the world.Send me a text and share anything about the podcast - an episode that hit home or how the podcast has helped you in your journey.

Expect to learn how you get in your own way by making other people extraordinary.My IG: https://www.instagram.com/jamesbrackiniv/Want to work with me? https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScx1-ILH2euEUchlEmSSj3ccMc0qR464ZpLlN4W74f5_gq_iw/viewformLearn about your health: https://bit.ly/45L3fmyGet the best flavored toothpicks: bit.ly/4sBCKtO

Have you ever noticed how the Fast Lane is full, but the slow lane is the one with more room and actually moving more quickly? Now think of that instead of on the freeway, but in your life... why do so many people go to the the Fast Lane just to sit behind someone else wishing they could go faster, when there is a faster way right next to them.... From literal to figurative, in this episode we go into this perception and idea and break it down to discuss it as it pertains to our lives. I look forward to you all listening and sharing your thoughts. - I appreciate you all for listening. Thank you for being a part of the family here.THANK YOU to all of the worldwide THNKRS.  Thank you for giving your time and listening and joining the family and community here on the Think Bigger Podcast. Stay in touch in any way you can, the easiest way is on Instagram so feel free to message me there and join the livestreams whenever possible! My IG is: @thebigmike - Thank you. IG: @TheBigMikeThinkBiggerProject.comYouTube.com/BigMikeEdition YouTube.com/CarTalkwithRandB

In this episode, we unpack why “feeling good” late in ACL rehab can be one of the most misleading signals an athlete can rely on. Using the ACL-as-a-seatbelt analogy, we break down why the ligament stays quiet during controlled rehab and daily activities, why clinic exams and timelines often provide a false sense of security, and why symptoms disappearing does not equal readiness for sport. This episode reframes ACL recovery away from confidence and calendar time and toward objective evidence, chaos tolerance, and worst-case scenario preparedness, so athletes and clinicians understand what truly reduces reinjury risk.Ways we can connect:My IG: www.instagram.com/ravipatel.dptOur website: www.theaclathlete.comEmail: ravi@theaclathlete.com_________________Submit a topic or a question you'd like me to answer.Check out our website and tons of free ACL resourcesSign up for The ACL Athlete - VALUE Newsletter (an exclusive newsletter packed with value - ACL advice, go-to exercises, ACL research reviews, athlete wins, frameworks we use, mindset coaching, blog articles, podcast episodes, and pre-launch access to some exciting projects we have lined up)1-on-1 Remote ACL Coaching - A clear plan. Structured ACL program. Based on your goals. Expert guidance and support with every step. Objective testing from anywhere in the world.Send me a text and share anything about the podcast - an episode that hit home or how the podcast has helped you in your journey.