About The Authors

Our Team

Driven by a deep understanding of the game and a genuine concern for players' well-being, the Brungardt brothers immersed themselves in the world of pickleball. They witnessed the players' injuries, demands, and enthusiasm, and were motivated to make a difference. Offering tailored training tips was just the beginning. Inspired by the sport's rapid growth and positive impact, the Brungardts decided to create a comprehensive guide to address the long-term athletic and performance needs of dedicated pickleball players.

This new endeavor follows the Brungardts' successful "The Complete Book" series, renowned for bestselling titles including The Complete Book of Abs and The Complete Book of Core Training. The Brungardt brothers have dedicated over 30 years to writing, media, and leading seminars and workshops in the field. Modeled on the way pro teams and elite athletes train, the Brungardts create a holistic approach in each book by collaborating with a carefully curated team of experts. Their wealth of experience and expertise is poised to revolutionize the pickleball community.

Mike Brungardt

Mike Brungardt, the San Antonio Spurs head strength and conditioning coach for 17 years—including four championship seasons—was the team’s first strength and conditioning coach. His pioneering role laid the foundation for what many in sports now recognize as a critical component of athletic success.

Brett Brungardt

Brett Brungardt, co-founder of Basic Athletic Measurement (BAM), has positioned his company as the leader in standardized testing and data acquisition for professional, collegiate, and youth sports. As the testing consulting company for the NBA Draft Combine, BAM has enhanced how the league analyzes and utilizes athletic data. Before founding BAM, Brett was the strength and conditioning coach for men’s and women’s basketball at the University of Washington and the Dallas Mavericks.

Kurt Brungardt

Kurt Brungardt is a personal trainer and bestselling author who has penned twelve books on health, physical culture, and sports. His notable works include bestsellers such as The Complete Book of Abs, published by Villard/Random House, and The Complete Book of Core Training by Hyperion/Hachette. Kurt has worked with clients of all ages and fitness levels, including clients with Parkinson’s and scoliosis.

 Our Team of Experts

Jaclyn Sklaver

Functional Sports Nutritionist

Josh Dines

Orthopedic Surgeon and Sports Medicine Doctor

Dr. Arash Maghsoodi

Physical Therapist and Prehab Expert

Will Sevening

NBA Athletic Trainer

Dr. Daniel Laby

Sports Visions Specialist

Wayne Dollard

Pro Pickleball Player and Coach

Dr. Patrick Cohn

Sports Psychologist

Daniel J Howard

Pro Pickleball Player and Coach

Peggy Brill

Physical Therapist and pain expert