Episode 277: How Knowledge Workers Can Stay Centered in Their Bodies with Dr Krys Hines

In a world where many professionals spend their days behind screens, thinking, analyzing, and producing ideas, it's easy to become disconnected from the body. Over time, this disconnection often shows up as fatigue, chronic tension, poor posture, or persistent physical pain. Not to mention, the way we interact with technology is literally changing the shapes of out bodies.  In this episode, I talk with with Dr. Kyrs Hines, orthopedic physical therapist to explore how knowledge workers can stay grounded, regulated, and physically supported while navigating cognitively demanding work. Dr Kyrs shares practical ways to integrate movement into daily routines, create ergonomic environments that support physical alignment and shift our relationship with physical pain from avoidance to awareness. This conversation bridges science, embodiment, and real-life application — helping you work smarter while caring for your physical well-being. If you spend most of your day sitting, feel tension building during work hours, or want sustainable strategies to prevent burnout and body pain, this episode offers actionable tools you can begin using immediately. What You'll Learn in This Episode Why knowledge workers often become disconnected from their bodies How sedentary work impacts posture, energy, and nervous system Simple ways to habit stack and add movement into your daily life without needing long workouts Ergonomic principles that support spinal alignment and reduce strain How to set up your workspace to support long-term physical health A mindful approach to understanding and working with physical pain   _____________ Resources: Take a mindful moment in your day while moving! Learn more and download Centered Walks right to your phone.    Curious to join a mindfulness retreat with me? Sign up for the waitlist here.    Purchase my book, 100 Mindful Moment to Balance and Energize here   _______________   Dr. Krystol Hines (Dr. Krys) is the founder of KH Ergo & Wellness, a Washington, DC–based ergonomics and workplace wellbeing company helping organizations improve employee health, safety, and performance across in-office, hybrid, and remote environments. Trained as an orthopedic physical therapist, she brings clinical insight into scalable, evidence-based strategies that reduce musculoskeletal risk and support sustainable work habits. Dr. Krys partners with corporations, healthcare systems, higher education institutions, and insurers to deliver ergonomic assessments, workforce training, and leadership education. Known for translating complex ergonomics into practical, engaging solutions, she helps organizations move from reactive interventions to proactive, long-term wellbeing strategies. Website: www.khergowellness.com