Building Bulletproof Backs Ep 16 - Steve Coonan's Workers Comp Lessons

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Welcome to the 16 th episode of the Building a Bulletproof Back podcast.
To Watch this Episode on Youtube go Here
To Build your own Bulletproof Back go Here
To Support this show - buy me a Coffee !

This podcast aims to empower listeners with HOPE that healing is possible when you know how. We discuss strategic tools addressing mindset, movement & emotional health.

I am your host, Marion McRae, a physiotherapist & movement addict on a mission to see the existing model of treating back pain evolve. The current model is broken. It focusses almost entirely on the physical body, neglecting the fact that we are all both thinkers and feelers. When the thoughts in our head, and the emotions in our bodies are less than optimal, we fail to thrive.
My guest for this episode is another Margaret river Local - Steve Coonan. Steve and I met randomly at the dog park a few months back and within 5 minutes I knew he had a great back pain experience to share. Several things appealed to me about Steve's story ; A diagnosis of Thoracic Disc ( is unusual) , his nightmare with the Workers compensation system is worth a discussion, and his practical ability to pull himself out of the pain cycle into a functioning, happy guy is not an easy thing to do. Steve was only too happy to pass on his wisdom.
And this podcast is the place to do it.
Who want's to listen to physio's and expert movers all day ? it's the real people having the real success that have such wisdom to pass on. I am truly grateful for all the guests that generously supply their time for this mission.
Favourite Quotes -

" I realised I was on my OWN " - if it's going to be - it's up to me
" She was a f@@kin bitch" - referring to his Worker Comp Case manager
"Beer and Drugs sometimes " - referring to his coping strategies sometimes
"make friends with the pain" -
" Cool Hand Luke - Get your mind right "

Steve’s tools:

Meditation
Swimming
Walking in the bush with a dog
Breathing for a count of 4

Steve's Top tips -

Get your Head in Gear - you are alone - it's your journey
Meditation, and re-focus on other aspects of your life
You will get better, your body will adapt - Just know that.
On Workers comp - Select your OWN people to help you

Mentions :
John McTaggart - Retired Margaret River Physiotherapist - Email me for John's Details
Debbie White @ Tonic Pilates Rehabilitation

If you enjoy the chats and find benefit

Support the show

Holistic Back Pain Rehabilitation includes tools for your mind, your heart and your body. For help with this - VISIT www.bulletproofbacks.com

You can start with reading a book $ 8.95
Or trialling a simple online course $ 28 - $ 900
Or seek assistance with a trained Bulletproof Backs Coach $ 195
(coaches are all physiotherapists with additional training in holistic practices)
Or Apply to Work with Marion directly.

Check out our Youtube Channel @bulletproofbacks
To reach out with comments, podcast request/ideas, speaking requests -
Email Hello@bulleproofbacks.com

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Building Bulletproof Backs

Building Bulletproof Backs Ep 16 - Steve Coonan's Workers Comp Lessons

Building Bulletproof Backs

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This podcast aims to empower listeners with HOPE that healing is possible when you know how. We discuss strategic tools addressing mindset, movement & emotional health.

" I realised I was on my OWN " - if it's going to be - it's up to me
" She was a f@@kin bitch" - referring to his Worker Comp Case manager
"Beer and Drugs sometimes " - referring to his coping strategies sometimes
"make friends with the pain" -
" Cool Hand Luke - Get your mind right "

Steve’s tools:

Meditation
Swimming
Walking in the bush with a dog
Breathing for a count of 4

Steve's Top tips -

Get your Head in Gear - you are alone - it's your journey
Meditation, and re-focus on other aspects of your life
You will get better, your body will adapt - Just know that.
On Workers comp - Select your OWN people to help you

Mentions :
John McTaggart - Retired Margaret River Physiotherapist - Email me for John's Details
Debbie White @ Tonic Pilates Rehabilitation

If you enjoy the chats and find benefit

Support the show

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Building Bulletproof Backs Ep 27 - Back Pain, Qi, and Chinese Medicine with Riccardo Galeotti 33:11

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Send us a text Welcome to the 27th episode of the Building a Bulletproof Back podcast. To Watch this Episode on Youtube go Here To Build your own Bulletproof Back go Here To Support this show - buy me a Coffee ! This podcast aims to empower listeners with HOPE that healing is possible when you know how. We discuss strategic tools addressing mindset, movement & emotional health. I am your host, Marion McRae , physiotherapist & movement addict on a mission to see the existing model of treating back pain evolve. The current model is broken. It focusses almost entirely on the physical body, neglecting the fact that we are all both thinkers and feelers. When the thoughts in our head, and the emotions in our bodies are less than optimal, we fail to thrive. What does back pain look like through the lens of Chinese medicine? In this episode, Maz is joined by Chinese medicine practitioner Riccardo Galleotti to explore how energetic patterns, emotions, organ health, and meridian theory all play a role in persistent back pain. Together, they unpack the deeper wisdom of traditional Chinese approaches—looking beyond the muscles and into the energy body , discussing how grief, fear, and lifestyle can show up as physical pain… and what you can do to restore balance. Whether you’re curious about Eastern medicine or just tired of symptom-focused solutions, this episode offers a refreshing, whole-body perspective. To Find More from Riccardo = Visit The Body Lab Canberra https://www.thebodylab.au/riccardo-therapist Do you resonate with our conversations about holistic back pain solutions? If so, I've got something special for you. My book, From Broken to Bulletproof , is the ideal first step for anyone looking to dive deeper into the Bulletproof Backs Method. Inside, you'll find powerful strategies and insights that blend mental, emotional, and movement techniques to help you tackle back pain at its root. Head over to www.bulletproofbacks.c Support the show Holistic Back Pain Rehabilitation includes tools for your mind, your heart and your body. For help with this - VISIT www.bulletproofbacks.com You can start with reading a book $ 8.95 Or trialling a simple online course $ 28 - $ 900 Or seek assistance with a trained Bulletproof Backs Coach $ 195 (coaches are all physiotherapists with additional training in holistic practices) Or Apply to Work with Marion directly. Check out our Youtube Channel @bulletproofbacks To reach out with comments, podcast request/ideas, speaking requests - Email Hello@bulleproofbacks.com…

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Building Bulletproof Backs Ep 26 - Somatic Back Pain Insights Shared by Brian Traskos 33:05

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Send us a text Welcome to the 26th episode of the Building a Bulletproof Back podcast. To Watch this Episode on Youtube go Here To Build your own Bulletproof Back go Here To Support this show - buy me a Coffee ! This podcast aims to empower listeners with HOPE that healing is possible when you know how. We discuss strategic tools addressing mindset, movement & emotional health. I am your host, Marion McRae , physiotherapist & movement addict on a mission to see the existing model of treating back pain evolve. The current model is broken. It focusses almost entirely on the physical body, neglecting the fact that we are all both thinkers and feelers. When the thoughts in our head, and the emotions in our bodies are less than optimal, we fail to thrive. In this episode, Marion McRae is joined by Brian Traskos, founder of the Somatic Coaching Academy, to explore the deep, emotional roots of back pain—and how somatic awareness can unlock lasting healing. Brian shares his personal back pain journey, which began at 14 after lifting heavy weights during a time of grief and emotional suppression. For years, his pain cycled on and off—until he discovered the missing piece: the frustration-pain loop and its deeper emotional connections. Together, Maz and Brian dive into the mind-body connection, grief, self-punishment, and why pain is never just “in your tissues.” 💡 Brian’s Top 3 Somatic Insights for Back Pain Recovery: 1. Focus on what you can do – even with pain in the background. Tune into healthy sensations using breath, gentle movement, and somatic touch. 2. Keep moving forward – have something meaningful in your life that keeps you engaged and purposeful. 3. Don’t do it alone – work with a somatic professional who understands the full biopsychosocial model of pain. Whether you’re stuck in a chronic pain cycle or looking for a more holistic path to healing, this episode is full of practical wisdom, emotional insight, and nervous-system-friendly tools. To Find More from Brian At the Somatic Coaching Academy, go here - https://somaticcoachingacademy.com/ Do you resonate with our conversations about holistic back pain solutions? If so, I've got something special for you. My book, From Broken to Bulletproof , is the ideal first step for anyone looking to dive deeper into the Bulletproof Backs Method. Inside, you'll find powerful strategies and insights that blend mental, emotional, and movement techniques to help you tackle back pain at its root. Head over to www.bulletproofbacks.c Support the show Holistic Back Pain Rehabilitation includes tools for your mind, your heart and your body. For help with this - VISIT www.bulletproofbacks.com You can start with reading a book $ 8.95 Or trialling a simple online course $ 28 - $ 900 Or seek assistance with a trained Bulletproof Backs Coach $ 195 (coaches are all physiotherapists with additional training in holistic practices) Or Apply to Work with Marion directly. Check out our Youtube Channel @bulletproofbacks To reach out with comments, podcast request/ideas, speaking requests - Email Hello@bulleproofbacks.com…

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Building Bulletproof Backs Ep 25 - Finding the Right Back Pain Therapist with Isobel Barak & Nicole Millar 27:51

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Send us a text Welcome to the 25 th episode of the Building a Bulletproof Back podcast. To Watch this Episode on Youtube go Here To Build your own Bulletproof Back go Here To Support this show - buy me a Coffee ! This podcast aims to empower listeners with HOPE that healing is possible when you know how. We discuss strategic tools addressing mindset, movement & emotional health. I am your host, Marion McRae , physiotherapist & movement addict on a mission to see the existing model of treating back pain evolve. The current model is broken. It focusses almost entirely on the physical body, neglecting the fact that we are all both thinkers and feelers. When the thoughts in our head, and the emotions in our bodies are less than optimal, we fail to thrive. Struggling with back pain and unsure where to turn? In this episode, we dive deep into the therapeutic relationship—why finding the right therapist can be the game-changer in your recovery. 💡 Topics Covered: ✔️ The importance of pre-hab before back surgery ✔️ How to find a therapist who truly listens ✔️ Why trusting your therapist & your body is crucial ✔️ The power of slivers of joy in the healing process Join me, Nicole Millar (back pain warrior), and Isobel Barak (expert physiotherapist) as we unpack what makes a quality therapeutic relationship and how to avoid feeling stuck in your recovery. Resources - To book a Consultation with Isobel Barak - Expert Physiotherapist based in the Margaret River Region of Western Australia, go to - https://www.movement-solutions.physio/ Do you resonate with our conversations about holistic back pain solutions? If so, I've got something special for you. My book, From Broken to Bulletproof , is the ideal first step for anyone looking to dive deeper into the Bulletproof Backs Method. Inside, you'll find powerful strategies and insights that blend mental, emotional, and movement techniques to help you tackle back pain at its root. Head over to www.bulletproofbacks.c Support the show Holistic Back Pain Rehabilitation includes tools for your mind, your heart and your body. For help with this - VISIT www.bulletproofbacks.com You can start with reading a book $ 8.95 Or trialling a simple online course $ 28 - $ 900 Or seek assistance with a trained Bulletproof Backs Coach $ 195 (coaches are all physiotherapists with additional training in holistic practices) Or Apply to Work with Marion directly. Check out our Youtube Channel @bulletproofbacks To reach out with comments, podcast request/ideas, speaking requests - Email Hello@bulleproofbacks.com…

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Building Bulletproof Backs Ep 24 - The Alchemy of Pain; Transforming Suffering into Peace with Meera Ishaya 42:32

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Send us a text Welcome to the 24 th episode of the Building a Bulletproof Back podcast. To Watch this Episode on Youtube go Here To Build your own Bulletproof Back go Here To Support this show - buy me a Coffee ! This podcast aims to empower listeners with HOPE that healing is possible when you know how. We discuss strategic tools addressing mindset, movement & emotional health. I am your host, Marion McRae , physiotherapist & movement addict on a mission to see the existing model of treating back pain evolve. The current model is broken. It focusses almost entirely on the physical body, neglecting the fact that we are all both thinkers and feelers. When the thoughts in our head, and the emotions in our bodies are less than optimal, we fail to thrive. In this episode, Meera shares her transformative journey of overcoming chronic back pain through mental and emotional strategies, highlighting the impact on physical health. She discusses her struggle since a fall at 12, leading to a life-changing experience that altered her perception of pain. She explores Ascension and surrender as paths to living harmoniously with pain, emphasizing its role in personal growth. Meera's Top tips - 1. Put less effort into movement: This reduces effort and can lead to more flexibility and relaxation. 2. Observe the body without agenda: By closing your eyes and purely observing your body sensations without judgment or a healing agenda, you can initiate healing. This practice can soothe pain and highlight areas of resistance. 3. Recognize the pain story: Noticing the thoughts surrounding your pain helps in becoming more aware of the dialogue about your pain. By becoming conscious of these thoughts, the suffering, which is an unconscious process, begins to diminish. Meera's Resources - Website: https://boundless-meditation.co.uk/ Books: Peace or Pain: Discovering the unbroken you and changing your relationship with pain https://amzn.eu/d/4A385VG Surrender is good for the Soul: The art of surrendering to gain fulfilment in life https://amzn.eu/d/8M0svpd Peace or Pain Workbook and Journal https://amzn.eu/d/duapLI5 YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/@MeeraIshaya73?si=9sluPPOUclvdp87N Feel the Body 1 Meditation https://youtu.be/ftVYZf5T_3c Support the show Holistic Back Pain Rehabilitation includes tools for your mind, your heart and your body. For help with this - VISIT www.bulletproofbacks.com You can start with reading a book $ 8.95 Or trialling a simple online course $ 28 - $ 900 Or seek assistance with a trained Bulletproof Backs Coach $ 195 (coaches are all physiotherapists with additional training in holistic practices) Or Apply to Work with Marion directly. Check out our Youtube Channel @bulletproofbacks To reach out with comments, podcast request/ideas, speaking requests - Email Hello@bulleproofbacks.com…

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Building Bulletproof Backs Ep 23 - "Healing Hands: The BioTouch Story with Paul Bucky" 29:52

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Send us a text Welcome to the 23 nd episode of the Building a Bulletproof Back podcast. To Watch this Episode on Youtube go Here To Build your own Bulletproof Back go Here To Support this show - buy me a Coffee ! This podcast aims to empower listeners with HOPE that healing is possible when you know how. We discuss strategic tools addressing mindset, movement & emotional health. I am your host, Marion McRae , physiotherapist & movement addict on a mission to see the existing model of treating back pain evolve. The current model is broken. It focusses almost entirely on the physical body, neglecting the fact that we are all both thinkers and feelers. When the thoughts in our head, and the emotions in our bodies are less than optimal, we fail to thrive. In this Podcast I interview Paul Buckey, the founder of an organisation that teaches a healing method called BioTouch. Paul shares how he discovered BioTouch through a very cool guy called "Norman" and its impact on back pain sufferers. The conversation delves into the simplicity and effectiveness of BioTouch, the importance of self-awareness in healing, and empowering individuals to take control of their own well-being. The script highlights the healing potential of human touch, the value of caregiver involvement in healing processes, and the significance of simplicity in healing modalities. Paul's Top tips - 1. Do the bio Touch Greeting and finger sweeping as outlined in the book below 2. Visit the Website below for more information 3. Just TRY IT ! So Simple - Everything to gain, nothing to lose Paul's Resources - Here is the link to the free Bio-Touch Training ebook: https://www.justtouch.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Bio-Touch-Ebook.pdf Here is the Website https://www.justtouch.com/ Support the Show. Support the show Holistic Back Pain Rehabilitation includes tools for your mind, your heart and your body. For help with this - VISIT www.bulletproofbacks.com You can start with reading a book $ 8.95 Or trialling a simple online course $ 28 - $ 900 Or seek assistance with a trained Bulletproof Backs Coach $ 195 (coaches are all physiotherapists with additional training in holistic practices) Or Apply to Work with Marion directly. Check out our Youtube Channel @bulletproofbacks To reach out with comments, podcast request/ideas, speaking requests - Email Hello@bulleproofbacks.com…

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Building Bulletproof Backs Ep 22 - Energy Healing for Back Pain: Beyond Skepticism with Mike Sententia 36:54

1 year ago36:54

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Send us a text Welcome to the 22 nd episode of the Building a Bulletproof Back podcast. To Watch this Episode on Youtube go Here To Build your own Bulletproof Back go Here To Support this show - buy me a Coffee ! This podcast aims to empower listeners with HOPE that healing is possible when you know how. We discuss strategic tools addressing mindset, movement & emotional health. I am your host, Marion McRae , physiotherapist & movement addict on a mission to see the existing model of treating back pain evolve. The current model is broken. It focusses almost entirely on the physical body, neglecting the fact that we are all both thinkers and feelers. When the thoughts in our head, and the emotions in our bodies are less than optimal, we fail to thrive. Mike Sententia, the founder and lead healer at Healing Lab, brings a unique approach to chronic pain management through energy healing, as discussed in a podcast. With a background in energy healing since 1991 and authorship of notable works like "Arthritis: Natural Health and Prevention" and the forthcoming "Transforming Pain: The Emerging Science of Energy Healing for Pain Management," Mike aims to blend energy healing with mainstream medicine, advocating for insurance coverage. His Healing Lab distinguishes itself with a money-back guarantee, underscoring the evidence-based methods behind its practices. In the podcast, Mike delves into how energy healing impacts cellular functions, offers personalized adjustments for various tissues, and utilizes innovative methods like remote sessions with metal cards. He stresses the importance of evidence-based validation, ongoing client feedback, and individualized treatment plans in achieving mainstream recognition for energy healing. Mike's Top tips - 1. Look for practitioners who offer a money-back guarantee for their services. 2. Focus less on certifications and more on testimonials, especially video testimonials from real clients. 3. Consider trying energy medicine as it is generally safe and might offer relief without harmful side effects. Mike's Resources - Book your free holistic pain consultation at https://healinglab.org/ Holistic chronic pain support group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/holisticoa Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/healinglabsf Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/healinglab_bayarea/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@healinglab.bayarea Tiktok: Support the show Holistic Back Pain Rehabilitation includes tools for your mind, your heart and your body. For help with this - VISIT www.bulletproofbacks.com You can start with reading a book $ 8.95 Or trialling a simple online course $ 28 - $ 900 Or seek assistance with a trained Bulletproof Backs Coach $ 195 (coaches are all physiotherapists with additional training in holistic practices) Or Apply to Work with Marion directly. Check out our Youtube Channel @bulletproofbacks To reach out with comments, podcast request/ideas, speaking requests - Email Hello@bulleproofbacks.com…

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Building Bulletproof Backs Ep 21 - Back to Balance: Amanda Freed's Holistic Back Pain Journey 37:10

1 year ago37:10

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Send us a text Welcome to the 21 st episode of the Building a Bulletproof Back podcast. To Build your own Bulletproof Back go Here To Support this show - buy me a Coffee ! This podcast aims to empower listeners with HOPE that healing is possible when you know how. We discuss strategic tools addressing mindset, movement & emotional health. I am your host, Marion McRae , physiotherapist & movement addict on a mission to see the existing model of treating back pain evolve. The current model is broken. It focusses almost entirely on the physical body, neglecting the fact that we are all both thinkers and feelers. When the thoughts in our head, and the emotions in our bodies are less than optimal, we fail to thrive. In this enlightening conversation, Amanda Freed shares her journey of coping with unexpected back pain despite her active lifestyle. She emphasizes the importance of rest, mindfulness, and communication with one's body in the healing process. Amanda advocates for a holistic approach to rehabilitation, incorporating physical, mental, and emotional aspects to address the root causes of back pain. Through her own experience, Amanda challenges traditional perspectives on core strength and back pain treatment, encouraging a shift in mindset towards comprehensive healing. She offers online sessions for yoga, mindfulness, and women's empowerment, providing tools and support for individuals seeking to address back pain and reclaim their well-being on all levels. Favourite Quotes - "We're so afraid of rest. That's where the gold is." "Your body is talking to you. When we're frantic... we can't hear those messages." "The idea of healing fully instead of quickly." "What opened up in my life? Had I gone back, it didn't work." "I do women's empowerment because a lot of this is, we've lost our power." Amanda’s tools: Yoga Mindfulness Meditation Amanda's Top tips - Embrace rest; it's where the healing begins. Practice mindful listening to your body's signals and needs. Prioritize diagnostics to understand the root cause of the pain. Focus on gradual rehabilitation instead of rushing back to previous activities. Consider holistic approaches that address physical, mental, and emotional aspects of healing. Amanda's Resources - Instagram handle @afyoga25 Facebook is Amanda Freed Tik Tok is @afyoga25 amandafreed25@gmail.com Support the show Holistic Back Pain Rehabilitation includes tools for your mind, your heart and your body. For help with this - VISIT www.bulletproofbacks.com You can start with reading a book $ 8.95 Or trialling a simple online course $ 28 - $ 900 Or seek assistance with a trained Bulletproof Backs Coach $ 195 (coaches are all physiotherapists with additional training in holistic practices) Or Apply to Work with Marion directly. Check out our Youtube Channel @bulletproofbacks To reach out with comments, podcast request/ideas, speaking requests - Email Hello@bulleproofbacks.com…

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Building Bulletproof Backs Ep 20 - Dr. Scott Bertrand's Core Revolution - All Core 360 39:39

1 year ago39:39

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Send us a text Welcome to the 20 th episode of the Building a Bulletproof Back podcast. To Watch this Episode on Youtube go Here To Build your own Bulletproof Back go Here To Support this show - buy me a Coffee ! This podcast aims to empower listeners with HOPE that healing is possible when you know how. We discuss strategic tools addressing mindset, movement & emotional health. I am your host, Marion McRae , physiotherapist & movement addict on a mission to see the existing model of treating back pain evolve. The current model is broken. It focusses almost entirely on the physical body, neglecting the fact that we are all both thinkers and feelers. When the thoughts in our head, and the emotions in our bodies are less than optimal, we fail to thrive. Dr. Scott Bertrand, a retired chiropractor, shares his journey of developing the All Core 360, a revolutionary rehab unit, born out of his own back pain experiences. His frustration with ineffective rehab methods led him to create a device that challenges the core's survival mechanism through reflexive, subconscious training. By tilting and rotating, the All Core engages muscles dynamically, promoting balance and correcting imbalances, leading to improved posture and reduced pain. Customizable to individual needs, it's used both in rehab and athletic performance training, proving to be a game-changer in both arenas. Favourite Quotes - "The body absolutely knows how to heal itself... What a good physician does is they take that innate wisdom and then do everything you can to foster that, encourage it, help it along the path that it's doing anyway." "The survival mechanism of the spine and the core is to maintain that perfect posture... We don't get hurt when we're in posture. We get hurt when we're bent over and twisted." Scott’s tools: The All Core 360 - Visit here to learn more https://go.allcore360.com/ Scott's Top tips - Evaluate Posture and Daily Habits: Dr. Bertrand emphasizes the importance of assessing one's posture and daily habits. Often, imbalances in these areas contribute to back pain. Individuals should be mindful of how they sit, stand, sleep, and move throughout the day. Seek Balance: Achieving balance in all aspects of life is crucial for managing back pain. This includes not only physical balance but also balancing activities, habits, and movement patterns. Develop Awareness: Dr. Bertrand stresses the need to develop awareness of how we interact with our bodies. Rather than operating on autopilot, individuals should Support the show Holistic Back Pain Rehabilitation includes tools for your mind, your heart and your body. For help with this - VISIT www.bulletproofbacks.com You can start with reading a book $ 8.95 Or trialling a simple online course $ 28 - $ 900 Or seek assistance with a trained Bulletproof Backs Coach $ 195 (coaches are all physiotherapists with additional training in holistic practices) Or Apply to Work with Marion directly. Check out our Youtube Channel @bulletproofbacks To reach out with comments, podcast request/ideas, speaking requests - Email Hello@bulleproofbacks.com…

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Building Bulletproof Backs Ep 19 - Sleep & Back Pain with Doug Carey 35:10

1 year ago35:10

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Send us a text Welcome to the 19 th episode of the Building a Bulletproof Back podcast. To Watch this Episode on Youtube go Here To Build your own Bulletproof Back go Here To Support this show - buy me a Coffee ! This podcast aims to empower listeners with HOPE that healing is possible when you know how. We discuss strategic tools addressing mindset, movement & emotional health. I am your host, Marion McRae , physiotherapist & movement addict on a mission to see the existing model of treating back pain evolve. The current model is broken. It focusses almost entirely on the physical body, neglecting the fact that we are all both thinkers and feelers. When the thoughts in our head, and the emotions in our bodies are less than optimal, we fail to thrive. Doug Carey, a physiotherapist with a 30-year career and fellow podcaster - chats with me about SLEEPING AND BACK PAIN: how to feel better while sleeping and how to sleep well. Obviously, there is no typical answer. There isn't a single mattress that will suit every spine, nor is there one pillow that will work for everybody. So, if you are seeking an answer, please listen to this podcast to explore some "change" ideas. Favourite Quotes - Sleep System = Bed, pillow, sheets Sleep Postures = Body positions Short Sleep (of less than 6 hours) your body is missing out on the natural repair system, increases the risk of musculoskeletal pain. Bizarre Bedroom Sleep behaviours - dogs, kids, cats, ! Sidelying 70% average position - make it supportive, not provocative Habits slide after a while, be aware they will, and plan for that Physiological "creep" and how it works Quality sleep has a positive impact on many systems Doug’s tools: Quality Sleep Doug's Top tips - Do the sleep posture challenge Acknowledge and put strategies in place to Manage Stress and Anxiety Strength and Conditioning If you enjoy the chats and find benefit - Support this show please - buy me a Coffee ! And if you want more on Bulletproof Backs Content - visit my website . Support the show Holistic Back Pain Rehabilitation includes tools for your mind, your heart and your body. For help with this - VISIT www.bulletproofbacks.com You can start with reading a book $ 8.95 Or trialling a simple online course $ 28 - $ 900 Or seek assistance with a trained Bulletproof Backs Coach $ 195 (coaches are all physiotherapists with additional training in holistic practices) Or Apply to Work with Marion directly. Check out our Youtube Channel @bulletproofbacks To reach out with comments, podcast request/ideas, speaking requests - Email Hello@bulleproofbacks.com…

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Building Bulletproof Backs Ep 18 - Neil Maddison on Foundation Training for Back Pain 41:22

1 year ago41:22

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Send us a text Welcome to the 18 th episode of the Building a Bulletproof Back podcast. To Watch this Episode on Youtube go Here To Build your own Bulletproof Back go Here To Support this show - buy me a Coffee ! This podcast aims to empower listeners with HOPE that healing is possible when you know how. We discuss strategic tools addressing mindset, movement & emotional health. I am your host, Marion McRae , physiotherapist & movement addict on a mission to see the existing model of treating back pain evolve. The current model is broken. It focusses almost entirely on the physical body, neglecting the fact that we are all both thinkers and feelers. When the thoughts in our head, and the emotions in our bodies are less than optimal, we fail to thrive. My guest for this episode is Plumber & Movement Coach called Neil Maddison, who teaches Foundation Training - We discuss the origins on Foundation training and what it is all about and how it helps those with back pain find strength and mobility. Favourite Quotes - Pain is inevitable, Suffering is Optional Pain is the body's messenger - something has to change Pain is protection - without it, we would possibly do more damage Time under Tension develops the musculature that can help unload the joints Many roads to the same destination Rest like an animal The anticipation of pain can be half the energy drain The rust analogy on the car Neil’s tools: Foundation Training Website Short Snippet of the movement practice Neil's Top tips - Get Help to Move with Quality Get overall Strong - Bulletproof Body VS Bulletproof Backs Explore anti-inflammatory nutrition and optimise your weight Active Rest Vs Passive Rest See the movement Video Demo If you enjoy the chats and find benefit - Support this show please - buy me a Coffee ! And if you want more on Bulletproof Backs Content - visit my website . Support the show Holistic Back Pain Rehabilitation includes tools for your mind, your heart and your body. For help with this - VISIT www.bulletproofbacks.com You can start with reading a book $ 8.95 Or trialling a simple online course $ 28 - $ 900 Or seek assistance with a trained Bulletproof Backs Coach $ 195 (coaches are all physiotherapists with additional training in holistic practices) Or Apply to Work with Marion directly. Check out our Youtube Channel @bulletproofbacks To reach out with comments, podcast request/ideas, speaking requests - Email Hello@bulleproofbacks.com…

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Building Bulletproof Backs Ep 17 - Alexe MacDonald on Sub-Concious Belief Clearing & Back Pain 39:25

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Send us a text Welcome to the 17 th episode of the Building a Bulletproof Back podcast. To Watch this Episode on Youtube go Here To Build your own Bulletproof Back go Here To Support this show - buy me a Coffee ! This podcast aims to empower listeners with HOPE that healing is possible when you know how. We discuss strategic tools addressing mindset, movement & emotional health. I am your host, Marion McRae , a physiotherapist & movement addict on a mission to see the existing model of treating back pain evolve. The current model is broken. It focusses almost entirely on the physical body, neglecting the fact that we are all both thinkers and feelers. When the thoughts in our head, and the emotions in our bodies are less than optimal, we fail to thrive. My guest for this episode is Psych K Teacher Alex MacDonald. We discuss the science of our sub-conscious belief's and how these can hinder our back pain healing journey. Favourite Quotes - Resistance shows up at the limits of what we believe is possible We don't know what we don't know Don't try to get rid of it - get INTO it Conscious Mind Goal Setter - Sub C is the Goal Getter We see the world as we are - not as it is The messenger is behind the message You can either be in protection or growth, living or diving Stop looking at the mountain, one step at a time Al ’s tools: Psych K for subconscious Belief Clearing Al 's Top tips - Ask the Q - What purpose does this serve ? What am I getting out of this ? not why! Simple Tools Work All of the Quotes Above ! Links : Bruce Lipton's Energy Clearing Options Hump Day Heroes Facebook Group Go Here to Book a Sub-conscious Belief Clearing Session with Alexe If you enjoy the chats and find benefit - Support this show please - buy me a Coffee ! And if you want more on Bulletproof Backs Content - visit my website, Support the show Holistic Back Pain Rehabilitation includes tools for your mind, your heart and your body. For help with this - VISIT www.bulletproofbacks.com You can start with reading a book $ 8.95 Or trialling a simple online course $ 28 - $ 900 Or seek assistance with a trained Bulletproof Backs Coach $ 195 (coaches are all physiotherapists with additional training in holistic practices) Or Apply to Work with Marion directly. Check out our Youtube Channel @bulletproofbacks To reach out with comments, podcast request/ideas, speaking requests - Email Hello@bulleproofbacks.com…

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Building Bulletproof Backs Ep 16 - Steve Coonan's Workers Comp Lessons 38:37

3 years ago38:37

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Send us a text Welcome to the 16 th episode of the Building a Bulletproof Back podcast. To Watch this Episode on Youtube go Here To Build your own Bulletproof Back go Here To Support this show - buy me a Coffee ! This podcast aims to empower listeners with HOPE that healing is possible when you know how. We discuss strategic tools addressing mindset, movement & emotional health. I am your host, Marion McRae , a physiotherapist & movement addict on a mission to see the existing model of treating back pain evolve. The current model is broken. It focusses almost entirely on the physical body, neglecting the fact that we are all both thinkers and feelers. When the thoughts in our head, and the emotions in our bodies are less than optimal, we fail to thrive. My guest for this episode is another Margaret river Local - Steve Coonan. Steve and I met randomly at the dog park a few months back and within 5 minutes I knew he had a great back pain experience to share. Several things appealed to me about Steve's story ; A diagnosis of Thoracic Disc ( is unusual) , his nightmare with the Workers compensation system is worth a discussion, and his practical ability to pull himself out of the pain cycle into a functioning, happy guy is not an easy thing to do. Steve was only too happy to pass on his wisdom. And this podcast is the place to do it. Who want's to listen to physio's and expert movers all day ? it's the real people having the real success that have such wisdom to pass on. I am truly grateful for all the guests that generously supply their time for this mission. Favourite Quotes - " I realised I was on my OWN " - if it's going to be - it's up to me " She was a f@@kin bitch" - referring to his Worker Comp Case manager "Beer and Drugs sometimes " - referring to his coping strategies sometimes "make friends with the pain" - " Cool Hand Luke - Get your mind right " Steve’s tools: Meditation Swimming Walking in the bush with a dog Breathing for a count of 4 Steve's Top tips - Get your Head in Gear - you are alone - it's your journey Meditation, and re-focus on other aspects of your life You will get better, your body will adapt - Just know that. On Workers comp - Select your OWN people to help you Mentions : John McTaggart - Retired Margaret River Physiotherapist - Email me for John's Details Debbie White @ Tonic Pilates Rehabilitation If you enjoy the chats and find benefit Support the show Holistic Back Pain Rehabilitation includes tools for your mind, your heart and your body. For help with this - VISIT www.bulletproofbacks.com You can start with reading a book $ 8.95 Or trialling a simple online course $ 28 - $ 900 Or seek assistance with a trained Bulletproof Backs Coach $ 195 (coaches are all physiotherapists with additional training in holistic practices) Or Apply to Work with Marion directly. Check out our Youtube Channel @bulletproofbacks To reach out with comments, podcast request/ideas, speaking requests - Email Hello@bulleproofbacks.com…

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Building Bulletproof Backs Ep 15 - Hockey Star & Physio - Bart De Vries - Creates the World's Healthiest Desk 42:30

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Send us a text Welcome to the 15 th episode of the Building a Bulletproof Back podcast. To Watch this Episode on Youtube go Here To Build your own Bulletproof Back go Here To Support this show - buy me a Coffee ! This podcast aims to empower listeners with HOPE that healing is possible when you know how. We discuss strategic tools addressing mindset, movement & emotional health. I am your host, Marion McRae , a physiotherapist & movement addict on a mission to see the existing model of treating back pain evolve. The current model is broken. It focusses almost entirely on the physical body, neglecting the fact that we are all both thinkers and feelers. When the thoughts in our head, and the emotions in our bodies are less than optimal, we fail to thrive. My guest for this episode is New Zealand Physiotherapist, Bart de Vries. One day Bart was researching the best ways to get people moving and found himself suffering back pain and headaches from long hours sitting at a desk. The irony was real. As a former professional hockey goalie, Bart discovered that sitting at his desk could be more hazardous than having a hockey ball rocketing his way at 200km/hr. The typical desk set-up restricts our ability to move - if you don’t use it, you lose it. Bart needed to find a way to get moving again whilst working. Bart couldn’t find a desk that allowed enough movement so he set off to create one that did. In collaboration with engineers and designers, "Limber Desks" are world leading, with their benefits being researched by the University of California at Berkeley, USA. Favourite Quotes - When you take the Chair out of a desk - There are more ways to MOVE Shoes and Chairs are sensory deprivation chambers The best posture is the NEXT posture - #posturaldiversity Create an environment where movement is the DEFAULT, no decision making required Movement Quality VS Movement Strength Peter O'Sullivan on youtube - START with this One If your back pain does get aggravated, it's ok, it will settle Treat your back pain like a cut on your hand - Healing is a given. Bart’s tools: Limber Desk - Available for Purchase Here 10% Discount Code " BULLETPROOF BACK" Quality Movement retraining - Body Weight rather than Heavy GYM Lifestyle factors - Nut Support the show Holistic Back Pain Rehabilitation includes tools for your mind, your heart and your body. For help with this - VISIT www.bulletproofbacks.com You can start with reading a book $ 8.95 Or trialling a simple online course $ 28 - $ 900 Or seek assistance with a trained Bulletproof Backs Coach $ 195 (coaches are all physiotherapists with additional training in holistic practices) Or Apply to Work with Marion directly. Check out our Youtube Channel @bulletproofbacks To reach out with comments, podcast request/ideas, speaking requests - Email Hello@bulleproofbacks.com…

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Building Bulletproof Backs Ep 14 - Muriel Morwitzer transforming Back Pain into a Stella Career 51:21

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Send us a text Welcome to the 14 th episode of the Building a Bulletproof Back podcast. To Watch this Episode on Youtube go Here To Build your own Bulletproof Back go Here To Support this show - buy me a Coffee ! This podcast aims to empower listeners with HOPE that healing is possible when you know how. We discuss strategic tools addressing mindset, movement & emotional health. I am your host, Marion McRae , a physiotherapist & movement addict on a mission to see the existing model of treating back pain evolve. The current model is broken. It focusses almost entirely on the physical body, neglecting the fact that we are all both thinkers and feelers. When the thoughts in our head, and the emotions in our bodies are less than optimal, we fail to thrive. My guest for this episode is Personal Friend & "Fascial Mentor" Muriel Morwitzer aka Mu Mu. I first met Mu Mu as a business partner. I found her very "Swiss German" - by her own admission - she was tough, detailed, ridiculously professional ( by Australian Standards ) and the MOST passionate practitioner I had met. Her knowledge of Fascia and Movement was totally superior to my own and at times I felt threatened by that, but as I grew to observe Mu Mu in operation I began to feel comforted by her knowledge. Here was someone I could learn from, and Model, and share insights with. Surprise Surprise, Mu Mu's calling to teach movement has a solid foundation in her own back pain story, which was triggered by an accident in her youth. Favourite Quotes - "Temple Dancer" Vs "Viking" Fascial Qualities The Body has it's own intelligence - Develop a relationship with your Body to reach full potential "My Back has always had my Back" Loss of "Somatic Trust" Attitude and Posture in German are the same word Fascial Architecture and the need for variety of movement - Form follows Function Stop looking for other's to FIX you and tap into your OWN resources Kinaesthetic Intelligence - Proprioceptive Finesse Intro-ceptive Clarity - becoming Hijacked by Emotion Ease and Movement Joy = Somatic Trust Mu Mu’s tools: Movement - Slings Myofascial Training Kinaesthetic Intelligence & Intro-ceptive Clarity Somatic Trust Mu Mu's Top tips - Pause in the back pain - Is this pain alarming ? or is this a new Movement ? is it unsafe ? and become the observer For the Pushers - do you have EASE ? or are you just pushing range ? why ? Support the show Holistic Back Pain Rehabilitation includes tools for your mind, your heart and your body. For help with this - VISIT www.bulletproofbacks.com You can start with reading a book $ 8.95 Or trialling a simple online course $ 28 - $ 900 Or seek assistance with a trained Bulletproof Backs Coach $ 195 (coaches are all physiotherapists with additional training in holistic practices) Or Apply to Work with Marion directly. Check out our Youtube Channel @bulletproofbacks To reach out with comments, podcast request/ideas, speaking requests - Email Hello@bulleproofbacks.com…

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Building Bulletproof Backs Ep 13 - Rolling in Bed with Ease - Thanks Mama Turn ! 24:41

3 years ago24:41