Best Backpain Podcasts (2025)

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Responsible AI: Why Accountability Matters w Elyes Elair 41:35

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In this episode of Back Into Alignment, I sit down with Elyes Elair to explore the real implications of AI in our daily lives. Beyond the hype, we dive into accountability, responsibility, and ethical leadership in an era where AI is becoming ubiquitous. Elyes shares why curiosity must be balanced with caution, how AI literacy and culture matter as…

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Nike Vaporfly 4, Groupthink, And The Two Kinds Of Runners 47:34

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If you woke up shuffling to the coffee machine after a “great” run in your favorite carbon-plated shoes, this episode is your intervention. Coach Jessica Marie Rose Leggio laced up the Nike Vaporfly 4 so you wouldn’t have to. And what she felt wasn’t “performance.” It was a lie wrapped in tech, sold by marketing, reinforced by your run group, and e…

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Half of America Is Hurting: What a New Study Reveals (Matt Goldberg, PhD, and David Clarke, MD) 53:36

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According to a new national study, nearly half of adults in the U.S. are living with ongoing pain or illness that’s either unexplained or unresponsive to standard care. In this episode, Christie Uipi sits down with the researchers behind the study to explore what this means for anyone feeling stuck, confused, or dismissed in their health journey.…

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Why Your (Carbon Plated) Running Shoes Feel Great, Until You Can’t Run Anymore 29:24

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You’re on here because you’re in pain. You don’t think you’re ever going to get fixed. You probably call yourself “broken” more than you realize, and you also more than likely think that’s normal. That is all hogwash. For decades, a belief system has been built that “running is a part of pain,” and it gets validated every time you wake up, put your…

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Chris McNamara, cycling coach and GB Gravel Champ: training tips and mega successful year in review. *one for the cycling community 1:00:33

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Send us a text Not our usual programming so unless you are interested in masters cycling change channels now. However if you are keen to be inspired by Chris McNamara’s epic year on the bike, the same year he turned 50 then tune in and cancel everything for the next 60 min. He’s super open about his year and we talk races, tactics, nutrition, train…

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Healing When Pain Is Both Structural and Neuroplastic (Lara Birk, PhD) 1:00:59

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Lara Birk's journey through years of chronic pain has led her to become a powerful voice in the field of mindbody medicine, particularly for those living with both structural and neuroplastic issues. Drawing from her own experience, she helps people with persistent pain find hope, relief, and a fuller life. In this moving conversation with Christie…

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The Psychology of Pain: Practical Insights for Recovery (Justin Barker, PsyD) 1:12:48

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Have you ever wondered exactly how your mental health impacts physical pain—or found yourself unsure how to put that knowledge into practice? In this interview, Christie Uipi sits down with Dr. Justin Barker for a practical (and fun!) conversation about the core pillars of psychoanalytic healing and ways to actually use these principles in your rec…

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The New Therapy That's Changing Chronic Pain Treatment (Brandon Yarns, MD, MS) 58:44

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Join Christie Uipi, LCSW, and Brandon Yarns, MD, MS, as they explore why Emotional Awareness and Expression Therapy (EAET) is gaining recognition as one of the most effective emerging treatments for chronic pain. Together, they unpack how stress, past experiences, and unprocessed emotions can shape chronic neuroplastic conditions—and share strategi…

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Top 3 life lessons, as I step into 40 12:43

6M ago12:43

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In this solocaust I share my personal journey life lessons towards 40 The body, the mind, the energy, keep them in check and life flows. My gratitude and love to you Peace If you want to be part of my podcast email me directly [email protected] Joa Rivas

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The Hidden Weight of Shame (Nicky Cameron, LCSW) 1:02:01

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In this episode, Nicky Cameron, LCSW, joins Christie Uipi, LCSW, to explore the complex and often hidden world of shame - what it is, how it shows up in our lives, how cultural messages can reinforce it, and the surprising ways it can fuel chronic symptoms. Together they dive into Nicky's lived experience with shame, offering insight into how it ca…

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Flashback to 2007, BBC Radio 5 Live interview, 'when the Queen has back pain who you gonna call?' Interview archive with Craig Mclean as a guest on the late news show. 20:47

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Send us a text Episode 93 of the Chiro London podcast is a flashback to some archive audio I found from an interview on the BBC 5 Live late news show on a day where the news was all about the Queen having low back pain. She was unable to open the new Arsenal Emirates Stadium because her back wouldn't let her leave Buckingham Palace. The BBC 5 Live …

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Who Made Your Clothes? with Adila Cokar 23:21

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In this episode of Back Into Alignment, we sit down with Adila Cokar, founder of The Good Tee and a pioneer in ethical fashion. With over 100 billion garments produced yearly and most discarded within 12 months, Adila challenges the fast fashion system and shares how sustainable choices can reshape the industry. From asking "Who made my clothes?" t…

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The Healing Tools That Make the Biggest Difference (Daniel Lyman, LCSW) 58:29

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As therapists, Daniel Lyman and Christie Uipi have guided hundreds of clients through chronic pain, fatigue, GI symptoms, dizziness, and many other mindbody conditions. In this episode, they pull back the curtain on the tools they return to most often in their work - sharing their essential healing techniques, core insights, and some of the most im…

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Dr Mika Janhunen and his New Grad Boot Camp for chiropractors 52:02

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Send us a text Meet Dr Mika, my good mate from Finland, an awesome skier and chiropractor. https://www.newgradbootcamp.co.uk/ The New Grad Boot camp is something he's been working hard on over the winter and we have a good chat about the program supporting new chiropractic graduates. It's a great sounding program and its very affordable. Go and che…

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Reimagining Growth with Stan Brackman 33:47

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🎙 Episode: Reimagining Growth – From Education to Sustainable Nation Building In this inspiring episode, I sit down with Stan Brackman, an education innovator and systems strategist who has spent the last 14+ years in Dubai transforming how we learn, lead, and live. From founding an academy that impacted 70,000 educators in its first year to guidin…

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A New Way to Understand Long COVID, ME/CFS, POTS and More (Howard Schubiner, MD) 1:09:10

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In this interview, Christie Uipi, LCSW, sits down with world-renowned mindbody physician Dr. Howard Schubiner to explore the limitations of the traditional medical model in treating conditions like POTS, Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, chronic Lyme disease, Epstein-Barr virus (EBV), mast cell activation syndrome (MCAS), ME/CFS, and Long COVID. Together, th…

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" Be Curious with AI " , Elyes Elair 33:31

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What to Expect in This Episode: ✅ Why Elyes chose to pursue career opportunities in the UAE ✅ How professionals can thrive in a rapidly evolving digital world ✅ The impact of AI on careers, workplaces, and even family life ✅ How to stay competitive and integrate AI into your personal and professional growth In this episode, we sit down with Elyes E…

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How Well Does Curable Work? The Science Behind the App (Cynthia Thomson, PhD) 1:00:58

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In this episode of the Like Mind, Like Body podcast, Christie Uipi, LCSW, sits down with researcher and professor Dr. Cynthia Thomson, who led an independent clinical trial to assess how effective the Curable App is in treating chronic pain and symptoms. Discover what the data reveals about Curable's impact on pain, anxiety, and more - and learn ho…

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The Talent Tree with Ayesha Khan 31:04

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Meet Ayesha Khan the founder of Thetalenttree.ae in Dubai. She shares the power of unity to create tools for education. Her journey guiding children, teens and adults through education and teaching languages in order to gain clarity and vision.By Joa Rivas

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Mindset Alchemy with Priyanka Tiku Gupta 34:07

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Back into alignment today: Transforming Struggles into Strengths Priyanka's life journey reflects a profound transformation from battling fatigue and self-doubt to embracing boundless confidence and energy. Her personal experience of overcoming these challenges fuels her empathy and insight, allowing her to connect deeply with her clients' struggle…

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Putting Out Your Emotional Fires So You Can Heal (Nicole Sachs, LCSW) 1:18:46

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On this new episode of the Like Mind, Like Body podcast, psychotherapist and leading pain clinician Nicole Sachs, LCSW, joins host Christie Uipi, LCSW, for an in-depth conversation about the ways our repressed emotions, resistance patterns, and expectations impact our pain and symptoms. Tune in to hear major insights from Nicole’s personal healing …

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Money and emotions link with Financial Therapist Aseel Elbaba 26:56

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Money trauma can deeply affect how we relate to finances throughout our lives. Whether it's growing up in financial instability or witnessing harmful money habits, these experiences can create mental blockages that make it difficult to build a healthy relationship with wealth. Addressing these challenges early, by teaching financial literacy to chi…

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Joy, Play, and Fun: The Keys to Long Term Healing (Rachel Mooers, LMFT) 1:11:01

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Join Christie Uipi, LCSW, and Rachel Mooers, LMFT, for an uplifting talk about the very important role of play, joy, and fun in the healing process. If your chronic symptoms make it feel like joy, play, and fun are out of reach, stick with us because this episode is for you. Tune in to learn how playfulness can be used to break the pain-fear cycle …

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Ultra runner Anna Brown shares her story of the 246km Spartathalon Ultra from Athens to Sparta running non stop for 34 hours 46:39

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Send us a text Anna was very new to chiropractic but in the lead up to a huge ultra marathon event the Spartathalon, the 246km race from Athens to Sparta, her body went into melt down. It was only a month out from the event and she sought help from us at Putney Chiro. This episode is in 3 parts. 1. the race review, from the time she arrived in Athe…

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3 things I discovered about Dubai 10:05

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Dubai: A Global Hub of Innovation and Diversity. In this episode, I share my personal journey of living in a city that's home to over 180 nationalities, breaking misconceptions along the way. From food to opportunities, Dubai's multicultural vibe offers a unique, safe, and exciting experience. Are you thinking of relocating? Let's explore the 'wher…

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Melissa Sandford, her chiropractic journey and the UCA's origin story 1:14:25

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Send us a text Long overdue chat with Melissa who is more committed to the development of the profession in the UK than most chiropractors are. She is the executive advisor to the United Chiropractic Association and has been involved with the UCA for 21 of its near 25 years existence. She is the brains and energy behind UK's biggest gathering of ch…

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Throw Some Ass, Free the Mind: How Sophie Hawley-Weld of SOFI TUKKER Conquered Back Pain 49:41

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Sophie Hawley-Weld, of the iconic musical duo Sofi Tukker, suffered from chronic migraines and back pain that was so severe it jeopardized her thriving career and livelihood. Sophie’s journey, like those of many other chronic pain sufferers, took many twists and turns. It wasn’t until Sophie learned how to meld a brain-based approach with body-base…

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Matt Doyle, pregnancy and paediatric chiropractor, we catch up and talk babies, bumps and his trip to the UK. 59:23

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Send us a text Dr Matt Doyle, Chiropractor with over 20 years experience, a Masters in Chiropractic Paediatrics and now a PhD candidate in the subject talks to us about babies, pregnancy and chiropractic. Links The paediatric intake and follow up forms and research www.chiro.london/blog/ypk9ftalethxf9e7ydym8hgkdymbpy The events https://unitedchirop…

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Non-Pain Symptoms are Curable! (Yonit Arthur, AuD) 1:11:03

1+ y ago1:11:03

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“The brain can create or amplify any sensation in any part of the body, and the mindbody connection is relevant to all health conditions.” This truth is how Christie Uipi, LCSW, and renowned Audiologist, Dr. Yonit Arthur kick off an enlightening discussion about healing non-pain conditions with a mindbody approach. Tune in to hear how your thoughts…

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Mental Health and Purpose with Briar Jacques 40:33

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Welcome to today's episode of our podcast, where we dive into the vibrant world of social media and community building with an insightful guest. Meet Briar Jacques, a holistic psychologist and the visionary founder of the Free Spirit Collective in Dubai. Briar brings a wealth of knowledge on navigating the ever-evolving social media landscape and c…

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Guy Riekeman returns to discuss his new My Lifestyle IQ app to help with the patient optimal health journey 46:38

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Send us a text Great to have another chat with Guy Riekeman, truly an elder statesman of the chiropractic profession. We first had a conversation in 2021 when we covered most of Guy's legacy for the chiropractic profession and I'd recommend you give this a listen as well as the current episode. However today is all about how the role of the chiropr…

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3 ways to regulate the nervous system with Jewels Athena 24:35

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Are you ready to transform your life through the power of breath? 🌟 Join us on our podcast today, where Jewels Athena reveals how simple breathing techniques can help you regulate your nervous system and restore balance. Don't miss out on these life-changing insights—hit follow now and start your journey back into alignment! 💫 Visit Jewelsathena.co…

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Connection, Communication, and Health (Matthew Lederman, MD, and Alona Pulde, MD) 55:02

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Feeling connected to others and the natural world is a crucial component of wellness. However, forming and nurturing fulfilling relationships can only happen when you are connected to your authentic self. So how do we tune in to the frequency of our own needs? Join Matthew Lederman, MD, Alona Pulde, MD, and Christie Uipi, LCSW, on the Like Mind, Li…

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Sharpen Your Healing Focus (Vanessa Blackstone, ACSW) 53:25

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Are your goals setting yourself up for success? We create goals with the best intentions but often forget to acknowledge our personal needs and experiences along the way. On this episode of the Like Mind, Like Body podcast, Vanessa Blackstone, ACSW, joins host, Christie Uipi, LCSW to discuss personalizing, modifying, and focusing your healing goals…

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3 Reasons why I moved to Dubai 21:37

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Relocating and moving to a new country can be stressful We stay focused with the WHY and the adaptation flows. Follow our journey in instagram.com/dubaihomeguideBy Joa Rivas

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Debunking Runner's Knee Myths and Finding Real Solutions 34:06

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Episode Summary: In this episode, Coach Jessica dives deep into the often misunderstood and misdiagnosed condition known as runner's knee. She debunks common myths, explains why knee pain is rarely about the knee itself, and shares insights on addressing the root causes of the pain. This episode is a must-listen for anyone told that knee pain is ch…

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The Risks and Realities of Overexertion (Farah Zerehi, LMFT) 1:01:05

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How does overexertion impact recovery? What happens to our symptoms when we take on more work and responsibilities than our bodies can comfortably manage? Why do we push ourselves too hard and how do we heal when our environment gives us no other choice? On this episode of the Like Mind, Like Body podcast, special guest, Farah Zerehi, LMFT, joins C…

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Katrina Ordonez coach at Chiro One (100+ clinics in USA) joins us for a chat in London. 53:22

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Send us a text We follow Kat's journey from being one of the groups top 10% chiropractors to now being a coach helping others in the Chiro One set up perform at their best. Bailey our CA worked with her for 5 years in Chicago, thanks for the introduction. Instagram @chirolondonpodBy Craig Mclean / Katrina Ordonez

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Bragging rights and shine with Lisa Bragg 36:51

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Welcome Lisa Bragg to Back into Alignment She shared her journey about how she got inspired to write Bragging rights. This book is for everyone who has felt overlooked or undervalued, and for the leaders who want to help them shine. Follow her work at www.lisabragg.com Follow us at instagram.com/joarlirivasrojas If you like this episode write a com…

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Laurence Tham - when your life gets comfortable maybe it's time for change... 42:37

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Send us a text Great chat with Laurence, who, it could be argued is afraid of what a cosy and comfortable life looks like. I loved hearing about the early days with the Wellness Guys, (a before its time podcast about wellness - not chiropractic). We follow his life from being a Chiro in Perth, to a Chiro coach in Sydney to 2 years ago again moving …

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Self-Doubt is Out! (Stevon Lewis, LMFT) 58:58

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Self-doubt is one of the biggest barriers to making progress in healing chronic symptoms. If you frequently question yourself, your decisions, and your body’s ability to recover, this episode is for you. Join Christie Uipi, LCSW, and special guest Stevon Lewis, LMFT, as they discuss how patterns of doubt arise and what you can do to grow confidence…

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Goal Setting with Mila Bog 32:51

1+ y ago32:51

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Mila Bogorodovska (Mila Bog) is a personal growth and relationships coach, founder of Smart Club Women, and an online educator with over 10,000 students globally. Mila shared her approach to goal setting and how she incorporates this element in her coaching career. With a diverse modeling career across 17 countries, she emphasizes the importance of…

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Productivity this 2024 with Erika De Pellegrin 31:55

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Today we had in Back into Alignment Podcast the lawyer and Podcaster Erika De Pellegrin all the way from the UAE. She started The Balance Theory Podcast as a space to acknowledge that balance looks different from person to person, and at different moments in our own lives too. We explore the concept of Productivity this 2024. How distractions like …

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Bone Density for Runners: Herniated Disk and Backpain 43:01

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Discover the truth behind building bone density and why weightlifting alone isn't the answer. Join us as we delve into functional fitness and debunk common myths on the #RunPainFree Podcast. 🔹 In This Episode: Debunking the misconception that weightlifting is the sole solution for bone density. Understanding Dana and Latricia's unique health journe…

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Solving the Personality Puzzle (Callie Klebanoff, LCSW) 1:11:18

2y ago1:11:18

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People pleasing, perfectionism, worrying, oh my! In this episode of the Like Mind, Like Body podcast, returning guest Callie Klebanoff, LCSW, is back to unpack the complex interplay between personality traits and pain. Prepare to explore how our experiences shape our habits, how our habits shape our personality traits, and most importantly, how to …

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Health philosophy chat with Jess Hambly aka 'The science of day drinking' 1:07:39

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Send us a text Summary Loved the chat with Jess Hambly, the Aussie chiro who has been in the UK for 6 years but just recently joined the Chiro.London team. She has 16 years experience, is a doula (birth partner) and has a super strong chiropractic philosophy. We signed off the week with a glass of rose and a chat about all things health and chiropr…

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How to raise the love signal with Chantal Landreville 32:42

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CHANTAL LANDREVILLE is an author and certified love and relationship coach with over two decades of experience in personal growth and human connection. Her mission is to help individuals discover the path to authentic and lasting love, and she is dedicated to empowering us with the knowledge and tools needed to create healthy, fulfilling relationsh…

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Heart Health Analysis: Understanding the Heart's Role in Endurance and Injury Prevention 29:50

2y ago29:50

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Welcome to #RunPainFree Podcast, where we delve into the essential aspects of injury prevention and optimal performance for runners. In this milestone 100th episode, host Jessica Marie Rose Leggio explores the critical role of heart training in ensuring longevity and enjoyment in your running journey. 🔹 In This Episode: Unveiling the importance of …

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"Hot Takes" on Healing (Bernice Hurtado, LCSW) 1:03:37

2y ago1:03:37

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Join Like Mind, Like Body host, Christie Uipi, LCSW, and special guest, Bernice Hurtado, LCSW, as they challenge common mindbody recovery tools and share practical, applicable strategies for seeing success with these techniques in the real world. Tune in to hear helpful “hot takes” on breath work, cultivating safety, meditation, success stories, jo…

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The Miseducation of Running: Exposing Plantar Fasciitis And Other Run Misconceptions 26:38

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Join Jessica Marie Rose Leggio for a riveting episode of the #RunPainFree Podcast, where we delve into the widespread misconceptions about runner injuries, focusing on the often misunderstood condition of plantar fasciitis. 🔹 In This Episode: We are unraveling the complexities of plantar fasciitis, a common ailment among runners and sedentary indiv…