Pre-Zero Sports Talk
Welcome to Pre-Zero Sports Talk, where sports, leadership, faith, community, and clean progress intersect. Hosted by Sid Bensalah, with over 30 years of global sports industry experience, this podcast isn’t about quick fixes or empty talk. It’s a platform for authentic, purpose-driven conversations that go beyond the game to explore how sports can drive positive, actionable change.
Born from a passion for impact, Pre-Zero Sports Talk dives into today’s most pressing themes: performance and well-being, leadership, innovation, coaching, community impact, sustainability, regenerative agriculture, governance, geopolitics, and more. Each episode cuts through the noise and greenwashing, engaging with trailblazers, changemakers, and thought leaders to uncover solutions and inspire new perspectives.
This is a space for real conversations with real people about real issues — stories that challenge norms, break barriers, and spark transformation. Whether you’re an athlete, coach, business leader, or someone who believes in the power of sport to make a difference, there’s a seat at the table for you.
Subscribe now to join a movement that informs, inspires, and empowers. Together, let’s redefine the role of sports in shaping a cleaner, safer, and more connected world — one episode at a time.
Pre-Zero Sports Talk
Revolutionizing Rehabilitation: A Conversation with Greg Lothian
In this episode#71 host Sid Bensalah chats with Greg Lothian, an accomplished athlete, therapist, biomechanics innovator, and founder of Acculete. Greg discusses his journey from varsity sports to private practice, revealing pivotal moments that led him to redefine rehabilitation methods. The conversation explores the challenges of traditional rehab, the importance of long-term commitment, and the need for evidence-based practice. Greg elaborates on his unique approach to client care, emphasizing comprehensive assessments, reconditioning stages, and the power of real-time data. The episode concludes with insights into his personal experiences and practical advice for emerging physical health practitioners.
00:00 Introduction and Ultra Marathon Discussion
00:47 Meet Greg Ian: Athlete, Therapist, Innovator
01:30 Challenges in Traditional Rehab
03:56 The Importance of a Year-Long Commitment
19:19 Acculete: Revolutionizing Rehab with Technology
30:43 Addressing the Root Cause of Pain
31:57 Industry Standards and Symptom Therapy
34:12 Treating Clients Like Elite Athletes
37:44 The Vitality Pathway Concept
43:32 Stages of Reconditioning
49:00 Defining Success in Physical Therapy
53:19 Embracing AI in Physical Therapy
55:03 Lightning Round Q&A
57:50 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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