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Apr 16, 2026 21 min

It's Not A Muscle Problem - Understanding Compensation Patterns | #369

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In this episode, I break down a recent article on compensation patterns and share where I agree, and where I see a gap. While the article frames compensation as a muscle issue, I explain why I view it instead as a coordination pattern shaped by habits, strategies, and how the body distributes load. I walk through why simply stretching or strengthening may not lead to lasting change. I also dive into what actually creates sustainable results: working with the pattern itself. I share how awareness is only the starting point, and why developing clarity, connection, and internal feedback is key to retraining movement. Through examples and real-world applications, I offer a different lens to understand pain, movement, and true healing.

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