Treating Chronic Pain & The Myth of Success; Home-Truths from Juan Nieto, Polestar Spain

Welcome loves to this week's episode of Finding Your Way Home - Season 3, and bringing you yet another master of his craft...Juan Nieto is hands-down one the warmest, most astute Movement Educators I know. An Osteopath by training, he grew to prominence as a leading figure in Polestar Pilates, specialising in functional movement, athletic performance and successfully treating complex chronic pain. He is now the Head of Polestar Spain, Founder of acclaimed movement-clinic "Slings", running education school "Runity" and - host of popular Spanish Podcast "Movement Unchained". We're waiting eagerly for the translation to hit ... Juan is characterised not only by his expertise, but his philosophy of movement-for-life.  A champion of the functional power and adaptability of our bodies, he feels passionately about educating clients in a way that gives them profound agency. In this extended episode we gather his extensive experience on the body, teaching and the profound influence of our thoughts on how we heal. Highlight topics include:- The emotional / lifestyle factors influencing chronic pain- How we both champion clients and place the agency for healing back in their hands- Why intense physical and emotional challenge are critical in our growth and adaptation- And what did Juan himself learnt as his popularity grew. Here we hit a tender spot... I won't spoil it but suffice to say, visibility isn't all it's claimed to be...A must-listen for anyone in the movement field looking to cultivate deep empowerment in their clients. And, a beautiful account of a man's personal journey through professionalism, pain, fame, and finding his way back to what really matters. I can't wait for you to hear it.If you appreciate the episode, I'd adore it if you could take a moment to rate, review and re-share it with just one person you think might value it. It makes my heart sing, and the most significant difference to our work. To connect with Juan, you can reach out at: Instagram: @juaninguisoMovement Unchained Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/6A16k1HS8tQyumRBVptKW7?si=d6d20ba8ed8a48baAnd loves, to find out more about The Podcast, upcoming guests or working together as a teacher or coachee, visit www.ab-embodimentcoach.org / [email protected] / @ab_embodimentReach out; let me know what you love, what you'd love more of, and how you are.  That's why I'm here. Take care listeners, Anthea x