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In this episode I discuss the mental side of Tommy John rehab, and the challenges athletes face to stay connected to the game and their own sense of identity as an athlete. Being away from the game for long periods of time is hard on athletes of any sport.
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Dan Blewett is a former pro pitcher who overcame Tommy John surgery twice, earning All-Star selections after both of them. He owns Warbird Training Academy in Normal, Illinois and has dedicated his life to helping young ballplayers stay healthy, avoid his mistakes and increase their baseball IQ faster than they could on their own.
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