HOW DO YOU FIND BALANCE BETWEEN
BRIAN: Multivitamins, healthy diet, routine outdoor exercise and play, and common sense with practice schedules to avoid overuse injuries. HOW DO YOU ENCOURAGE YOUR OWN KIDS TO STAY ACTIVE? BRIAN: My kids are involved in some sort of extracurricular activity or sport year round, and at times, more than one. Each sport fosters development of unique skill sets. It also builds friendships with their teammates. The swim team may not be one of their favorites, but it certainly builds their cardio fitness which will carry over to other sports. We also try to limit screen time. Sometimes screens are necessary to allow them to recharge their batteries, but we try to keep limits on how long. Some- times being bored is a good thing—it allows for creativity and figuring out ways to entertain themselves. WHAT ARE ACTIVITIES YOUR FAMILY ENJOYS DOING TOGETHER? BRIAN: Dining out, bike rides, LSU games (all sports, not just football), and beach trips.
WHAT’S THE BEST PIECE OF PARENT- ING ADVICE YOU’VE EVER RECEIVED? BRIAN: The days are long, but the years are short. This phrase reminds me that while parenting can, at times, be exhausting and overwhelming—don’t blink—these days will pass quicker than we want, so cherish the highs and lows, and enjoy the journey!
FAMILY LIFE AND YOUR SCHEDULE? BRIAN: I wake up early and workout or run. I think it sets the tone for a good day and gives me flexibility so when I do get home from work, I can be in full dad mode, helping out with homework, carpooling to practice, or preparing for dinner. CAN YOU TELL ME ABOUT YOUR ROLE WITH LSU ATHLETICS? BRIAN: I treat all the foot and ankle inju- ries for LSU athletics. I grew up in Baton Rouge and went to LSU. Purple and gold runs through my veins, so transitioning from a fan to one of the team doctors was pretty exciting. However, there’s also a little bit of stress that's involved with it. There’s a surgery I'll do 50 times a year, but when it's a star athlete that everyone in the city is counting on, there’s a bit of added pressure. Despite the high stakes that go along with it, the athletes are great to work with, and I really enjoy doing it. WHAT ADVICE WOULD YOU GIVE PARENTS FOR KEEPING THEIR KIDS’ BONES, JOINTS, AND MUSCLES HEALTHY?
RAPID-FIRE QUESTIONS
Favorite date night… Ruth’s Chris Steak House. Words that best describe your family… active, keep you on your toes, fun, and exciting. Favorite genre of movie or television shows… comedy. Favorite food… Mexican or a filet.
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