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The Physical Education Podcast

by P.A. Morand - The Back Pain Coach

I share advice and lessons from overcoming 15 years of my own chronic pain and helping others in pain. Covering all things related to a mind-body approach to chronic pain. Podcast of The Back Pain Coach.

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Episodes

  1. Energy Balance, Part 2 - Practical Steps For Measuring & Correcting Imbalance

    In this follow-on episode I look at the more practical aspects of addressing energy balance issues. Episode Resources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/18Vcdj3-l797eg9O3DjQCyBriaVrwPg64zvrbXtf3FHY/edit?usp=sharing Follow The Back Pain Coach: NEWSLETTER - www.thebackpaincoach.net/newsletter...

  2. Energy Balance - The Most Vital Concept In Healing

    The human body knows how to heal automatically but this ability can become impaired. Rather than blaming this on ageing it can be attributed to a breakdown in the body's ability to produce and use energy. This basic problem underpins all chronic health issues and healing can only occur once this…

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  3. BREATHING: Core Concepts, Techniques & Exercises

    Understanding and applying proper breathing is a crucial part of healing from chronic pain and chronic health issues. In this podcast I discuss the core concepts you need to understand, I teach you the details of proper breathing posture and technique, and I share my 3 favourite breathing methods...

  4. Why Do I Rarely Talk About Back Pain?

    I share the overarching obstacles we face when dealing with chronic pain and how these need to be understood and addressed before talking about specific interventions for pain. Follow The Back Pain Coach: NEWSLETTER - www.thebackpaincoach.net/newsletter INSTAGRAM -...

  5. How Far Is Too Far?

    In this episode I discuss the larger issue of understanding why we accept certain social norms and restrictions. More than ever In the era of Covid, it’s necessary to make sure that we understand why we comply with unreasonable restrictions and what the potential cost is for not having standards...

  6. Personal Responsibility: Why It's Fundamental To Long Term Health & Freedom

    Following from my newsletters on the topic, I further discuss the importance of personal responsibility as being a necessary component of healing from chronic health issues. I discuss the common misconceptions against the call for personal responsibility, as well as the practical reasons why it's...

  7. Navigating Post COVID Stress and Polarisation Audio Podcast

    An audio version of a recent series of newsletters on the topic of how to have more productive discussion around contentious topics. I relate this topical issue to the ongoing treatment of chronic pain and how real solutions are rooted in elevating our ways of thinking and addressing new ideas....

  8. Working With The Subconscious Mind with Danny Greeves

    In this episode of the Physical Education Podcast Danny Greeves joins me to discuss his methods of working with the subconscious mind for the treatment of chronic pain, stress and anxiety. Originally trained as a Physiotherapist, Danny has a wealth of knowledge on the treatment of the body. Today...

  9. Addressing Subconscious Emotional Trauma

    In this episode of the Physical Education Podcast Ian Sheppard joins me to share his experience with addressing the influence of subconscious emotional trauma on chronic pain. Ian has a varied therapeutic background including Anatomy in Motion, Neuro Kinetic Therapy, PDTR and Cellular Release...

  10. How To Maintain A Healthy Spine

    In this episode of the Physical Education Podcast I discuss my thoughts on how to maintain a healthy spine for life. I discuss the physiology of a healthy spine as well as the mobility and training aspects of maintaining a healthy spine. RESOURCES COMPLETE BACK PAIN RELIEF 8 WEEK PROGRAM...

  11. Hormesis: Does Stress Make You Stronger?

    Jay Feldman joins me to discuss the topic of Hormesis. He outlines the flaws in the reasoning and research and the implications these have on popular nutritional ideologies such as Veganism, Ketogenic Diets and Intermittent Fasting. To learn more about the topic and to follow up on Jays…

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  12. I Was Wrong

    In this episode of the Physical Education Podcast I talk about the value of being wrong, and the importance of recognising and growing from being wrong. While I can talk about the various remedies and approaches that were important to my recovery, I wouldn't have overcome years of pain without...

  13. The Anatomy Of Shame

    Episode 4 in a series of guided meditations on the physical experience of emotions. Make sure to start with episode 1, The Anatomy Of Joy, to get the most out of this meditation. This series is aimed at deepening your interoceptive abilities. To help you better understand the influence of…

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  14. Confronting The Wider Influences Of Pain

    If we're not considering the modern, environmental factors that create stress, can we really say that our treatments are holistic? In this episode of the Physical Education Podcast I ramble through the flaws I see in the way we treat chronic pain and why we need to elevate our standards. Episode...

  15. The Anatomy Of Gratitude

    Episode 3 in a series of guided meditations on the physical experience of emotions. Make sure to start with episode 1, The Anatomy Of Joy to get the most out of this meditation. This series is aimed at deepening your interoceptive abilities. To help you better understand the influence of emotions...

  16. The Anatomy Of Anger

    Episode 2 in a series of guided meditations on the physical experience of emotions. Make sure to start with episode 1, The Anatomy Of Joy to get the most out of this meditation. This series is aimed at deepening your interoceptive abilities. To help you better understand the influence of emotions...

  17. The Victim Mentality

    Do you blame others for the pain you're in? Do you believe your pain is partly or entirely due to someone else's mistakes? Do you feel powerless in your recovery? In this episode of the Physical Education Podcast I discuss my personal experience with the victim mentality, how it kept me in pain…

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  18. A Mind Body Approach To Chronic Back Pain

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  19. The Anatomy Of Joy

    The first in a series of guided meditations on the physical experience of emotions. This series is aimed at deepening your interoceptive abilities. To help you better understand the influence of emotions on your physical state. Episode Resources...

  20. The Story Of Your Pain

    Could a pen, a piece of paper and the act of self expression be the solution to your pain? In this episode I discuss the value of writing and reflecting on your life and the events surrounding your pain. We have a tremendous capacity to brush things off and to keep moving. It’s what makes us so...

  21. Optimising Sleep For Chronic Pain Reduction

    How can optimising sleep help with chronic pain? In this episode I discuss the importance of sleep, debunk some myths and misconceptions about optimal sleeping positions, and share why a bowl of ice cream might be the best sleep aid for your needs.

  22. Is Exercise Making Your Pain Worse Without You Realising It?

    I discuss how fitness and exercise culture may be making your pain worse without you realising it and I share the guiding principles you can use to approach exercise in a way that helps to resolve your pain. Episode Resources: COMPLETE BACK PAIN RELIEF 8 WEEK PROGRAM...

  23. How Your Brain Stops You From Creating New Habits

    Why is it so hard to change our habits? This episode is a continuation on the topic of identity and behaviour change. I discuss the reasons why your brain stops you from changing your habits and what to do to overcome this. Episode Resources:...

  24. The Identity Of The Back Pain Sufferer

    In this episode you're going to find out why changes won't last until you address your pain at an Identity level. I outline the reasons for this and the simplest strategy to address your pain at the identity level. Episode Resources:...

  25. Tuning Into Your Body

    I discuss one of my favourite introspective practices and its benefits. Through this practice I seek to deepen my awareness of myself. This allows me to better perceive my body’s self organising signals and to increase my body’s ability to heal itself.

  26. Are Limiting Beliefs Sabotaging Your Recovery?

    I discuss how unconscious limiting beliefs can sabotage your recovery efforts. I share some strategies to address these using the resources in the link below: Episode Resources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1i7S9-EoAgngMF2I7zkoZa4yvSH5eyzqBrUVm0Aiol5s/edit?usp=sharing COMPLETE BACK PAIN...

  27. The Truth About Depression with Jay Feldman

    Physical Education Podcast - Episode 13 Jay Feldman joins me to discuss the shortcomings of the Chemical Imbalance Theory of depression. We discuss a more physiologically sound theory of depression that acknowledges physiological stress as the root cause. With this shift in perspective we hope to...

  28. Nutrition For Stress & Pain

    Physical Education Podcast - Episode 12 Episode Resources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1oqpgv3F3D8LNE3D57ihGagmsIvVAAEWEnYSRjynLO70/edit?usp=sharing Follow The Back Pain Coach: NEWSLETTER - www.thebackpaincoach.net/newsletter INSTAGRAM - www.instagram.com/thebackpaincoach FACEBOOK -...

  29. How To Relieve Muscle Tension

    Physical Education Podcast - Episode 11 Episode Resources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/17S_NzQB97kSKdvKFvXXsDMWuTDVomiORVGUImn5aNYA/edit Follow The Back Pain Coach: NEWSLETTER - www.thebackpaincoach.net/newsletter INSTAGRAM - www.instagram.com/thebackpaincoach FACEBOOK -...

  30. The Effect Of Social Media On Our Bodies

    Physical Education Podcast - Episode 10 Follow The Back Pain Coach: NEWSLETTER - www.thebackpaincoach.net/newsletter INSTAGRAM - www.instagram.com/thebackpaincoach FACEBOOK - www.facebook.com/TheBackPainCoach PINTEREST - www.pinterest.com/thebackpaincoach Free Lasting Back Pain Relief 1-on-1...

  31. Disconnecting From Our Bodies

    Physical Education Podcast - Episode 9 Follow The Back Pain Coach: NEWSLETTER - www.thebackpaincoach.net/newsletter INSTAGRAM - www.instagram.com/thebackpaincoach FACEBOOK - www.facebook.com/TheBackPainCoach PINTEREST - www.pinterest.com/thebackpaincoach Free Lasting Back Pain Relief 1-on-1...

  32. Why Are You Still In Pain?

    Physical Education Podcast - Episode 8 Follow The Back Pain Coach: NEWSLETTER - www.thebackpaincoach.net/newsletter INSTAGRAM - www.instagram.com/thebackpaincoach FACEBOOK - www.facebook.com/TheBackPainCoach PINTEREST - www.pinterest.com/thebackpaincoach Free Lasting Back Pain Relief 1-on-1...

  33. Lessons From 15 Years Of Chronic Pain

    Physical Education Podcast - Episode 7 Follow The Back Pain Coach: NEWSLETTER - www.thebackpaincoach.net/newsletter INSTAGRAM - www.instagram.com/thebackpaincoach FACEBOOK - www.facebook.com/TheBackPainCoach PINTEREST - www.pinterest.com/thebackpaincoach Free Lasting Back Pain Relief 1-on-1...

  34. Challenging Nutritional Dogma with Sarah Kennard

    Physical Education Podcast - Episode 6 Sarah offers online and in-person consultations, health coaching and bodywork. www.sarah-kennard.com/ www.instagram.com/sarahkennardhealth/ www.facebook.com/sarahkennardhealth/ Follow The Back Pain Coach: NEWSLETTER - www.thebackpaincoach.net/newsletter...

  35. Posture with Paul Gallagher

    Physical Education Podcast - Episode 5 Paul Gallagher joins me to dig deep into the topic of posture. We present a nuanced discussion of an often oversimplified and under appreciated aspect of health. Paul can be found online at: https://www.facebook.com/PaulGallSportsInjury/...

  36. 'Sugar: The Delicious Truth' with Keith Littlewood

    Physical Education Podcast - Episode 4 Keith Littlewood returns to debunk the common alarmist myths about sugar. If you've heard or are convinced that sugar is toxic, unnatural, addictive, cancer promoting, diabetes causing and the cause of most of life's problems, then you need to listen to…

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  37. Every Piece Matters: Movement, Stillness & Observation with Chandler Stevens

    Physical Education Podcast Episode 3 Chandler Stevens is a movement coach and founder of The Soma School. He joins me today to discuss the broader implications of a movement practice, as well as the value of cultivating stillness and introspection. We cover practical and philosophical aspects of...

  38. Mobility, Reflection and Doing What You Want with Samantha Faulhaber

    Physical Education Podcast - Episode 2 Samantha Faulhaber joins me to discuss her thoughts on mobility, self care and self reflection. Follow Sam online: https://www.instagram.com/movewelldurham/ https://www.facebook.com/movewelldurham/ http://movewellphilly.com/ Follow The Back Pain Coach:...

  39. Nutrition, Digestion and Hormones with Keith Littlewood

    Physical Education Podcast - Episode 1 Keith Littlewood joins me to discuss a lesser known perspective on digestive and hormonal health. Follow Keith Littlewood online: https://keith-littlewood.squarespace.com/ https://www.instagram.com/tommolittlewood/ http://balancedbodymind.com/...

About this show

I share advice and lessons from overcoming 15 years of my own chronic pain and helping others in pain. Covering all things related to a mind-body approach to chronic pain. Podcast of The Back Pain Coach.

Hosted by

P.A. Morand - The Back Pain Coach

Produced by Paul-André Morand

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Frequently asked questions

How many episodes does The Physical Education Podcast have?

The Physical Education Podcast has 40 episodes on PodParley. The most recent episode was published on March 17, 2021.

What is The Physical Education Podcast about?

I share advice and lessons from overcoming 15 years of my own chronic pain and helping others in pain. Covering all things related to a mind-body approach to chronic pain. Podcast of The Back Pain Coach.

How often does The Physical Education Podcast release new episodes?

The Physical Education Podcast publishes monthly, based on its 40 episodes since January 2018.

Who hosts The Physical Education Podcast?

The Physical Education Podcast is created and hosted by P.A. Morand - The Back Pain Coach.
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