Frankie Telfort: Strength is Healthcare: Building Old Bull Athletics

Frankie Telfort: Strength is Healthcare: Building Old Bull Athletics

Author: Daniel Braun September 26, 2025 Duration: 41:08
In this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Frankie Telfort, CEO of Old Bull Athletics, to discuss the journey of his business and lessons learned.
Frankie Telfort is the Founder and CEO of Old Bull Athletics, where he leads a movement to redefine human performance through science, precision, and purpose. With a B.S. in Kinesiology from the University of Southern California, Frankie blends elite athletic insight with academic expertise to deliver a holistic approach to strength and conditioning.His coaching career began at USC as a student assistant with the football program, later expanding to the NFL as an assistant coach with the Seattle Seahawks during training camp. Returning to his roots at Gulliver Preparatory School, Frankie has served as Defensive Coordinator, implementing cutting-edge performance systems that have shaped the development of high-level student-athletes.Since founding Old Bull Athletics in 2015, Frankie has grown the company into a multi-location training and rehabilitation powerhouse. Under his leadership, Old Bull is staffed by a top-tier team of physical therapists and performance coaches who specialize in injury prevention, biomechanics, and intelligent training systems.Frankie is a StrongFirst Master Instructor, certified across kettlebell, barbell, and bodyweight modalities. He also holds credentials in Functional Range Conditioning (FRC), Animal Flow, and pre/postnatal performance training. His clientele includes Olympic athletes, youth prospects, and general population clients, all trained with programming rooted in evidence-based practices and performance longevity.Beyond the gym, Frankie is a nationally recognized educator, having led seminars and mentorship programs in anatomy, program design, and movement systems for trainers across the country. Whether in the weight room, on the field, or in the classroom, Frankie’s mission is consistent.For more on Frankie, be sure to follow @frankietelfort & @oldbullathletics
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Daniel Braun wears a lot of hats-physical therapy student, certified trainer, entrepreneur, and dedicated biohacker-and he brings that full spectrum of experience to every conversation on the Brawn Body Health and Fitness Podcast. Instead of quick fixes or fads, this podcast digs into the practical, often nuanced, realities of building a sustainable and resilient life. You’ll hear from a diverse mix of experts, from physical therapists and strength coaches to innovators in wellness, all through Dan’s grounded perspective as someone actively working in the field. Episodes might explore the mechanics of a specific exercise, break down the science behind a popular biohack, or discuss the mental frameworks needed for long-term health entrepreneurship. It’s a space where academic knowledge meets real-world application, whether you're a fitness professional looking to deepen your practice or someone simply curious about optimizing your own well-being. Tune in weekly for thoughtful discussions that go beyond the surface, always aiming to translate complex ideas into actionable takeaways you can use immediately.
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