Jeff Reipe - 360° Testing: Connecting Kinetic, Kinematic & Metabolic Data

Episode 198: In this episode of the Inform Performance Podcast, Andy McDonald is joined by Jeff Riepe, a distinguished expert at the intersection of sports science, rehabilitation, and human performance.

Riepe earned his Doctorate in Physical Therapy from the University of Southern California, followed by a fellowship in Clinical & Sports Biomechanics at the Movement Performance Institute under the mentorship of Chris Powers. His career spans elite sports medicine roles with the NFL’s Minnesota Vikings and Los Angeles Rams, numerous collegiate athletic programs, and the EXOS NFL Combine Training Program.

Specializing in advanced movement analysis, Riepe integrates cutting-edge technologies such as 2D and 3D high-speed motion capture, force plate analysis, and wireless electromyography (EMG) to optimize rehabilitation and performance outcomes.

Topics Discussed:

• MoveLab's Advanced Biomechanics Lab

• Data-Driven Rehabilitation Strategies

• Integration of Clinical Research and Normative Data

• Challenges in Late-Stage Rehabilitation

• The Role of VO₂ Max

Key Points:

• MoveLab employs a comprehensive approach to athlete profiling, integrating kinetic, kinematic, and metabolic testing to provide a holistic view of an athlete's performance and health. This 360-degree assessment allows for precise identification of areas needing improvement, ensuring targeted interventions that enhance athletic performance and reduce injury risk.

• The facility's sports science vertical is foundational, encompassing biomechanics, VO2 max, cardiometabolic testing, and EMG. These testing modalities provide objective data that inform elite performance rehab and human performance training, ensuring that interventions are evidence-based and tailored to the athlete's specific needs.

• MoveLab's intake process involves detailed athlete profiling, where goals and current status are assessed to design a personalized testing battery. This ensures that the testing process is aligned with the athlete's objectives, allowing for the identification of key performance indicators that guide subsequent training and rehabilitation plans.

• The integration of data from various testing modalities into a comprehensive report allows for clear communication of findings to athletes and their support teams. This report not only highlights areas for improvement but also prescribes a detailed training plan, ensuring that athletes have a clear roadmap to achieve their performance goals.

• Cardiometabolic testing, including VO2 max and resting metabolic rate assessments, is crucial for understanding an athlete's metabolic profile. This data informs training and nutrition strategies, ensuring that athletes are optimally fueled and conditioned for peak performance.

• The use of advanced technology, such as high-speed motion capture and in-ground force plates, allows for detailed analysis of movement mechanics. This data is critical for identifying biomechanical inefficiencies and developing targeted interventions to enhance movement quality and performance.

• MoveLab's approach to athlete profiling emphasizes the importance of neuromuscular coordination and strength symmetry. By quantifying these factors, the facility can develop targeted interventions that address underlying issues and enhance overall athletic performance.

• The facility's use of wireless EMG technology provides valuable insights into muscle function and neuromotor coordination. This data is used to refine training programs, ensuring that athletes develop the necessary strength and coordination to perform at their best.

• MoveLab's commitment to research and evidence-based practice is evident in its use of validated normative values and ongoing literature reviews. This ensures that the facility's interventions are grounded in the latest scientific evidence, providing athletes with the highest standard of care.

• The facility's ability to adapt its testing and training protocols to meet the unique needs of each athlete is a key strength. By tailoring interventions to the individual, MoveLab ensures that athletes receive personalized care that addresses their specific performance goals and challenges.

Where you can find Jeff Riepe:

• LinkedIn
• Move Lab
• Instagram
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Sponsors

VALD Performance, makers of the Nordbord, Forceframe, ForeDecks and HumanTrak. VALD Performance systems are built with the high-performance practitioner in mind, translating traditionally lab-based technologies into engaging, quick, easy-to-use tools for daily testing, monitoring and training

Hytro: The world’s leading Blood Flow Restriction (BFR) wearable, designed to accelerate recovery and maximise athletic potential using Hytro BFR for Professional Sport.