109 - How Fascia Holds Your Pain, Trauma, and Weight - And How to Release It with Deanna Hansen

What if the real source of chronic pain, anxiety, poor posture, and stubborn weight isn't your muscles, but your fascia?I am so excited to be sitting down today with Deanna Hansen, founder of Fluid Isometrics and Block Therapy, to add another dimension to the fascia topic on the podcast. Today we explore more on the powerful role fascia plays in your health, movement, emotions, and longevity.In 2000, Deanna experienced a major breakthrough. Her large, heavy body stored much pain and she felt weighed down and depressed. While experiencing the worst of a series of anxiety attackIn 2000, Deanna intuitively pushed her hand into her abdomen and, at that moment, began a path of self-discovery.Deanna talks fascia and Block Therapy, a fascia release method she devised that uses sustained pressure with a specially designed wooden block to release adhesions, which in turn restores circulation, improves posture, reduces pain, and supports the body's own innate healing capacity.Whether you're interested in fascia release, mobility, chronic pain relief, biohacking, longevity, athletic performance, or optimizing your physical and mental health, this episode offers insights that could change how you think about your body forever.In this fascinating conversation, you'll learn:⏱️ TIMESTAMPS1:07 Introduction and Block Therapy starter pack offer4:20 Meet Deanna Hansen and the story behind Block Therapy7:32 Deanna's chronic pain, anxiety and weight gain despite exercise11:32 26 years of body transformation through fascia work12:41 What fascia is and why it matters for your health13:26 How trauma becomes stored in the fascia15:18 Fascia decompression and restoring blood flow15:49 The three pillars of Block Therapy18:18 The diaphragm and the hidden effects of trauma23:33 Why proper breathing supports weight loss24:29 Why exhaling is more important than inhaling25:48 Carbon dioxide and how your body absorbs oxygen26:16 Activating the vagus nerve with your breath27:29 Why Block Therapy starts with the core27:59 Why healthy feet create a healthy body30:40 Block Buddy and Block Baby explained35:08 Why intense exercise can damage the fascia38:38 Can you do too much Block Therapy42:42 The real secret to healthy skin and natural beauty46:49 What rib releases are and why they happen48:47 Emotional releases fever and other healing responses51:44 Tongue decompression and facial transformation1:00:32 Where to learn Block Therapy and get the free towel series**Please note that the starter kit, which includes the beautiful block buddy, Fascia Foundations starter program and the Fascia Decompression ebook, is going from $197 to $297 as of July 10th, 2026!!**Connect with Deanna and her work:Website: www.blocktherapy.comBlock Therapy Starter KitNOTE: The Block Therapy Starter Kit is increasing from $197 to $297 as of July 10th, so act now to save big!Face Lifter Program (this is what I started with)Block Therapy Fascia Decompression Sampler - Free Gift!Fascia and Feet Guide - Free Gift!--------------------------------------------Find me:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/saschakalivoda/IG: https://www.instagram.com/saschaksays/Website: www.sovereigncollective.orgSovereign Collective Shop: https://sovereigncollective.org/shop/You Tube: https://www.youtube.com/@saschasays/videosBitchute: https://www.bitchute.com/channel/Tfl1Zo021FcXEmail: sascha @ sovereigncollective.org#Fascia #BlockTherapy #ChronicPain #Mobility #HealthPodcast #Biohacking #Longevity #Wellness #PainRelief #Recovery #MentalHealth #Posture #Inflammation #Performance #SelfHealing