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Summary
In this episode of the Beyond Paint Podcast, hosts Joe Gambino and Joe LaVacca celebrate Gambino's birthday and discuss various personal and fitness-related topics. They delve into the importance of gauging training intensity, utilizing the RPE scale, and the five, three, one strength cycle. The conversation emphasizes the balance between pushing oneself in the gym and understanding personal limits, while also sharing personal anecdotes and experiences. In this conversation, Joe Gambino and Joe LaVacca explore the complexities of training, particularly focusing on the emotional and physical barriers that individuals face. They discuss the importance of understanding pain and discomfort in training, emphasizing the need for flexibility in training approaches to ensure success. The conversation highlights the significance of monitoring heart rates, recognizing personal limits, and adapting training strategies to accommodate individual needs and experiences.
Takeaways
Celebrating personal milestones fosters connection and community.
Understanding training intensity is crucial for effective workouts.
The RPE scale helps gauge effort and adjust training accordingly.
Failure in training is a skill that can be developed over time.
The five, three, one strength cycle is an effective training method.
New clients often struggle to gauge their own strength levels.
It's important to teach clients about their limits and capabilities.
Accessory work can vary in rep ranges based on training goals.
Emotional and physical loads can affect training intensity perception.
Creating a supportive environment encourages personal growth in fitness. People often have emotional barriers when starting training.
Heart rate monitoring can provide objective feedback during workouts.
It's important to assess both physical and emotional responses to exercise.
Training intensity should be adjusted based on individual comfort levels.
Pain guidelines are useful but not absolute; modifications may be necessary.
Untrained individuals can still see gains with lower intensity workouts.
Flexibility in training can lead to better adherence and success.
Small wins in training can boost confidence and motivation.
Understanding personal pain thresholds is crucial for effective training.
Success in fitness can come in many forms, not just traditional methods.

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• Joe LaVacca

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In this episode of the Beyond Pain podcast, host Joe LaVacca interviews Dr. Michael Ray, a chiropractor and clinical scientist specializing in pain. They discuss various topics related to pain, including their love for coffee, what they are currently reading, watching, and listening to, and their personal experiences with pain.
Dr. Ray shares his journey from experiencing chronic neck pain to becoming a clinician and researcher in the field of pain. He emphasizes the importance of helping individuals make sense of their pain narratives and the limitations of the biomedical model in understanding and managing chronic pain.
In this conversation, Michael Ray discusses the challenges of studying interventions for pain management and the impact of narratives on pain experiences. He also shares the findings of his study on chronic pain and mortality, highlighting the need to address social determinants of health and provide equitable access to healthcare. Michael emphasizes the importance of understanding that individuals with chronic pain are not broken and that there are ways to cope and improve responses to pain.
Takeaways:
Dr. Michael Ray shares his personal experiences with chronic neck pain and how it influenced his journey to becoming a clinician and researcher in the field of pain.
He emphasizes the importance of helping individuals make sense of their pain narratives and expanding the understanding of pain beyond the biomedical model.
Dr. Ray discusses the limitations of the biomedical model in explaining and managing chronic pain and the need for a more comprehensive approach.
He highlights the role of open-ended questions and collaboration in understanding and addressing individuals' pain experiences. Studying interventions for pain management is challenging due to the complexity of pain experiences and the inability to isolate active ingredients like in drug trials.
Narratives and language used in healthcare can have a significant impact on pain experiences and individuals' ability to cope with and respond to pain.
A study on chronic pain and mortality found that individuals with chronic pain and high impact chronic pain had elevated mortality rates compared to the general population.
Addressing social determinants of health and providing equitable access to healthcare are crucial in improving outcomes for individuals with chronic pain.
It is important to understand that individuals with chronic pain are not broken and that there are ways to cope and improve responses to pain.

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Dr. Courtney Conley, a chiropractor and founder of Gait Happens, discusses her journey into foot health and the importance of respecting the body. She emphasizes the need for appropriate footwear and taking more walks as simple ways to improve foot and ankle health. Dr. Conley also highlights the importance of creating a safe and supportive environment for patients, where they feel heard and understood. She encourages clinicians to blend their knowledge and listen to their patients' experiences to provide effective care.
Bio
Dr. Courtney Conley is the founder and creator of Gait Happens where she has the opportunity to truly realize her dream of helping as many people as possible reclaim their foot function.
She’s an internationally renowned foot and gait specialist who teaches both nationally and internationally. Dr. Conley is a chiropractic physician who specializes in foot and gait mechanics. She holds a BA in Kinesiology, a BA in Human Biology and a doctorate in Chiropractic Medicine.
She is the owner and operator of Total Health Solutions clinic and Total Health Performance gym in Lakewood, CO, where she heads patient care with a focus on restoring gait mechanics and helping people resolve foot problems to move more easily and with less pain.
Dr. Conley is a founding member of the Healthy Foot Alliance, an international team of practitioners whose collective goal is to bring light to the benefits of natural footwear and prevent unnecessary surgical procedures by improving foot foundation and creating a stable platform from the ground up.
Takeaways
Pay attention to your foot and ankle health by wearing appropriate footwear and taking more walks.
Create a safe and supportive environment for patients, where they feel heard and understood.
Blend your knowledge and listen to your patients' experiences to provide effective care.
Respect your body and give it the time and attention it needs for recovery and healing.

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In this episode of the Beyond Pain podcast, hosts Joe Gambino and Joe LaVacca welcome Britt Frank, a licensed therapist and author, who shares her journey from personal struggles with addiction to becoming a mental health advocate.

Britt discusses the importance of momentum over motivation, the realities of imposter syndrome, and how to recognize when one is feeling 'stuck' in life. She emphasizes the need for self-honesty and reframing struggles as opportunities for growth, providing listeners with valuable insights into mental health and personal development.

In this engaging conversation, Britt Frank discusses the significance of small actions in building momentum, the importance of reframing anxiety as curiosity, and the necessity of taking micro steps to overcome fear and get unstuck. She emphasizes that our brains are allies in our journey towards wellness and that self-sabotage is a misconception.

The discussion also touches on when to seek professional help and the insights from her new book, 'Align Your Mind', which focuses on harmonizing the various voices in our heads to make better decisions.

Takeaways

• Britt Frank emphasizes that strength doesn't always come from motivation.
• She shares her experience of living a double life while struggling with addiction.
• Momentum is more important than motivation in overcoming challenges.
• Imposter syndrome is a common experience for many, including professionals.
• Self-deception can prevent individuals from recognizing their struggles.
• Recognizing when you're stuck is crucial for personal growth.
• Britt encourages listeners to stop lying to themselves about their situations.
• Understanding that being 'stuck' means having options is key.
• The first step towards change is acknowledging that the first step counts.
• Britt wrote her book during the pandemic, inspired by the themes of resilience. Small moves can lead to significant changes.
• Instead of asking 'why am I stuck?', ask 'what am I willing to do right now?'.
• Anxiety serves as a signal, not an enemy.
• Pain is a protective mechanism and provides valuable information.
• Micro yeses can help in overcoming procrastination and fear.
• Self-sabotage is a myth; it's about untrained voices in our heads.
• The brain is capable of change and growth over time.
• Finding someone knowledgeable can help navigate fears and uncertainties.
• It's important to match actions with emotions appropriately.
• Professional help can be beneficial when feeling stuck or overwhelmed.

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Motor learning and Making Real Changes to Your Golf Swing

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On Episode 79 of the Fitness For The Fairways podcast, Joe sat down with Trillium Rose, the Director of Instruction at Woodmont Country Club. She has been teaching full-time for 20 years and is a Golf Digest Top 50 PGA Instructor.

We discussed:

• The science behind learning a new skill
• Creating "to-go thoughts" and how they can help you play better golf
• Reasons why you may top the ball
• How to practice on the range so that it carries over to the golf course
• Why you should be tracking your golf stats

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