When More Range of Motion Doesn’t Solve Pain | #363
In this episode, I explore a common belief in the movement and fitness world—the idea that more flexibility or range of motion will solve pain. I explain why increasing range isn’t always the answer and why pain is often more related to movement patterns than tight muscles. When we focus only on stretching or pushing […]
Yoga Advil vs Retraining – When Relief Masks What Isn’t Changing | #359
In this episode, I explore the difference between using movement for relief versus using it for real, lasting change. I unpack the concept of “Yoga Advil,” why relief isn’t wrong, and how it can either keep you stuck or become the doorway to deeper understanding and healing. I also introduce what it means to become […]
Merry Christmas: 14 Minute Body Scan | #353
In this episode, I guide you through a gentle yoga nidra practice designed to help you settle, soften, and truly rest during the busy Christmas holiday season. This recording focuses on the physical body, inviting you to become more comfortable, to let go of effort, and to allow your nervous system to downshift without needing […]
The Deadlift | #352
In this episode, I use the deadlift as a lens to explore how sensation and mechanics work together in reducing pain and improving performance. I walk through the difference between interoception and proprioception and why sensation does not automatically mean injury. By paying attention to how the body organizes itself under load, we can move […]
The In-Between: The Misunderstood Space Between Pain Relief and Real Strength | #350
In this episode, we explore the in-between: the often misunderstood stage between pain relief and real, sustainable strength. This is the phase where people frequently get stuck, either pushing too hard too soon or relying on temporary fixes that never fully resolve the underlying issue. You’ll learn why this space is essential, why it can […]
The Power of Hip Flexor Strengthening | #349
In this episode of From Pain to Possibility, I dive into why hip flexors often feel tight even when they aren’t actually short. Many people rely on stretching for relief, but tightness is often a sign that the hip flexors are overworking to compensate for other muscles that aren’t supporting the pelvis, spine, and legs […]
Mastering Movement and Mindfulness | #271
Discover how mastering such movements improves results—both physically and mentally.
Yoga Nidra To Settle An Overworked Brain | #270
I hope you’re ready because we’ve got a special episode today featuring a Yoga Nidra practice designed for those times when you’re really deep in thought. Maybe you’re using logical power to try to solve a problem or perhaps in the thick of a creative project—either way, you’re in a tired or wired state. Despite […]
Reducing Pain: A Client Case Study with Susan Morrison, C-IAYT Yoga Therapist Trainee | #269
Discover concepts such as the healing helix, a client’s compelling reason, and meeting patients where they are. We’re also addressing a patient’s range of motion and how to expand that range to reduce tension and compensation patterns to promote healing.
A 20-Minute R&R Sleep Meditation | #268
This practice will have you connecting to your breathing and to your sankalpa, or intention, which manifests as a single-sentence affirmation. In addition to bringing awareness to your body and its sensations, we will also be exploring emotional opposites. So find a safe space to listen as I walk you through, step-by-step, the instructions […]