Episode 305: Understanding and managing pain & injuries while training

In this EP. of the Warrior School podcast, I talk about my experience with injuries and how to manage them while continuing to train and build strength. I share personal stories, including Karson’s recent hamstring injuries, and delve into the differences between acute injuries and chronic pain.

Drawing from over 14 years of training practice and a helluva lotta injuries I talk about the importance of proper strength training, a movement-first approach to rehabilitation, and understanding your body to prevent and heal from injuries. I emphasise the importance of understanding pain as information, strengthening weak areas, and using proper training techniques to prevent and rehabilitate injuries.

The EP. also features testimonials from members of Warrior School who have overcome their pain and injuries in WS.

• 00:00 Welcome to the Warrior School Podcast
• 01:04 Dealing with Injuries: Karson's Story
• 02:32 My Personal Injury Journey
• 06:06 Understanding the Causes of Pain and Injuries
• 10:28 Acute vs. Chronic Injuries
• 14:43 The Importance of Strength Training
• 25:45 Movement as Rehabilitation
• 28:51 The Role of Experience in Injury Management
• 35:27 Rehabilitation Strategies and Techniques
• 42:37 Identifying and Treating Common Running Injuries
• 43:33 Strengthening Feet and Lower Body for Pain Relief
• 46:01 Understanding Pain and Injury Mechanisms
• 47:11 Addressing Back Pain and Core Strength
• 48:57 The Importance of Strength Training
• 50:35 Dealing with Chronic Pain and Injuries
• 54:10 Empowerment Through Self-Rehabilitation
• 59:44 The Role of Practitioners in Pain Management
• 01:04:26 Encouragement and Support in Warrior School

Quotes from the Episode:

• "Chronic shoulder pain often results from too much mobility without adequate stability, poor shoulder and thoracic spine mobility, or weak back muscles."
• "Your foot wants to connect to the ground. Training barefoot strengthens your feet and improves overall body mechanics."
• "Pain is a signal, not a barrier. It's information that guides necessary adjustments in your training."
• "Knowing how to use your own body as a tool is empowering—you can train anywhere, anytime."
• "We can't rely solely on practitioners to fix our pain. Movement, the right programme, and proper dosage are key."

If you're struggling with chronic pain or injuries, or you want to improve your training I invite you to check out Warrior School. I teach you how to train properly, move better so you can rehabilitate injuries, and build a strong body that you love. 

Warrior School https://warriorschool.co/

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