The Beyond Pain Podcast
Struggling with pain? Does it affect your workouts, golf game, plans for your next half marathon? Join The Joe's, two physical therapists, as they discuss navigating and overcoming pain so you can move beyond it and get back to the activities you love most. Whether you're recovering from an injury, dealing with chronic pain, or want to reduce the likelihood of injury tune into The Beyond Pain podcast for pain education, mobility, self-care tips, and stories of those who have been in your shoes before and their journey beyond pain.
The Beyond Pain Podcast
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Summary
In this episode of the Beyond Pain podcast, hosts Joe Gambino and Joe LaVacca explore various fitness myths and realities, discussing topics such as the importance of prioritizing health, the role of pain in exercise, and the effectiveness of stretching and weightlifting.
They delve into common misconceptions like the 10,000 steps rule and the impact of posture on pain, while emphasizing the significance of movement and recovery techniques in achieving overall well-being.
Takeaways
- The importance of routine in daily life.
- Prioritizing health can be challenging due to life responsibilities.
- Pain does not always equate to injury; understanding this is crucial.
- Stretching alone does not prevent injuries; strength training is essential.
- Weightlifting is beneficial for joint health, contrary to popular belief.
- Running does not inherently damage knees; activity is crucial for health.
- 10,000 steps is an arbitrary number; more movement is generally better.
- Posture is not the sole cause of pain; variability in movement is key.
- Recovery techniques should complement, not replace, exercise.
- Manual therapy can be beneficial but should not be the only focus.