Ep 417 - Is “Pickleball Shoulder” the New Tennis Elbow? ft. Coach Zach Zenios & Andy Tzinberg

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In this special episode of the Strong by Design Podcast, host Coach Chris Wilson sits down with Coach Zach Zenios, creator of Ageless Shoulders, and Coach Andy Tzinberg, a seasoned pickleball instructor, for an eye-opening discussion about shoulder health and longevity on the court. 

Together, they explore why pickleball has exploded in popularity—especially among players over 50—and the hidden toll it can take on your body if you’re not prepared.

You’ll discover what makes pickleball so addictive, the real reason so many players develop shoulder pain, and how small daily habits can make or break your performance. Coach Zach breaks down the concept of Frozen Blood Flow and explains why dynamic movement—not rest or ice—is the secret to lasting joint health. Coach Andy shares practical insights from his years coaching players of all levels, including smart warm-up strategies and techniques to avoid repetitive stress.

Stay tuned as the conversation dives into the power of Indian Club training and how the Ageless Shoulders program is helping players restore mobility, strength, and confidence—so they can keep playing the game they love, pain-free, for years to come.

Time Stamps

00:46 — Welcome to the Strong by Design podcast!

01:19 — Host Chris Wilson with special guests: Coaches Zach Zenios & Andy Tzinberg

01:58 — What you’ll uncover in today’s episode

03:20 — Get to know Coach Zach & Coach Andy

06:25 — Why pickleball is exploding and what draws people in

10:59 — Pickleball rating system… decoded

14:28 — How Andy went from the classroom to the pickleball court

16:22 — Inside Coach Zach’s daily routine

21:10 — What really attracts people to pickleball

24:58 — Smart strategies for managing repetitive stress

28:40 — One thing you should never forget before playing

33:32 — Secrets to staying injury-free and performing at your peak

41:25 — Hear Andy’s first-ever Indian Club experience

45:13 — Tips for anyone struggling with body pain

49:25 — What really happens when we stop moving dynamically?

53:44 — What’s the most dominant motion in pickleball?

58:18 — How do you train to truly get better?

01:04:19 — Surprising ways Indian Clubs reshape your body and movement

01:09:15 — Andy opens up about how the game transforms people’s lives

01:11:46 — How Ageless Shoulders can help you—revealed here!

01:13:26 — Curious about the Ageless Shoulders program?

01:14:39 — Please share and leave ratings & reviews for the Strong by Design podcast!

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