Back pain affects millions of people worldwide, and many are told surgery is their only option. Fitness coach Jerry Montiel shares his personal journey of overcoming back pain and how it led him to specialize in helping others recover from back pain and similar issues. Jerry discusses the importance of mental health in pain management, the significance of movement and strength training, and the common misconceptions surrounding back pain recovery. Jerry also emphasizes the role of foot health and the benefits of barefoot shoes in improving overall mobility and reducing pain. 00:00 Introduction to Back Pain Recovery 05:30 Understanding Compressed Discs and Their Effects 11:31 Therapeutic Approaches to Pain Management 17:04 Building a Coaching Business 23:09 Empowering Others Through Personal Experience 36:31 Fast Food and Health Choices 43:21 Misconceptions About Back Pain 50:41 The Impact of Footwear on Movement 01:04:27 Personal Approach to Healing 01:09:17 Finding Your Deep-Rooted Why 01:14:30 Personal Connection to Fitness 01:20:45 Balancing Goals and Workout Duration 01:27:20 Family Goals and Parenting Aspirations 01:32:19 Finding the Right Partner 01:42:51 Navigating Emotions in Relationships 01:49:38 The Importance of Empathy and Communication 02:01:13 The Role of Therapy in Personal Development Copy 🎙️ Connect with Jerry: Instagram: @liftingjerry 🎧 Listen on: Spotify-https://open.spotify.com/show/2o2E9qacF4o6ZpzJlyv6tF iTunes-https://podcasts.apple.com/np/podcast/entrepreneur-in-action-with-michael-trenz/id1781473933 Amazon Music- https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/f5cb05de-cc89-48ce-b807-ac9bcd3981a4/entrepreneur-in-action-with-michael-trenz