The Physical Education Podcast

By P.A. Morand

Science & Medicine Health Self-Help Medicine Fitness & Nutrition

What's The Physical Education Podcast about?

Podcast of The Back Pain Coach. Covering all things related to a mind-body approach to chronic back pain.

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The Physical Education Podcast episodes:

03.17.2021
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
03.12.2021
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...
12.03.2020
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...
11.21.2020
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.
11.21.2020
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...
11.07.2020
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...
10.30.2020
COVID Masks: Nuance and food for thought on a polarising issue
I share my perspective on the mask debate to help you settle on a more informed and empowered way of viewing masks. Most importantly, I discuss the larger issue of the powers that influence our behaviours and compliance. These are...
09.06.2020
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...
08.23.2019
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...
08.16.2019
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.
08.09.2019
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...
08.01.2019
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.
07.19.2019
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...
07.11.2019
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...
06.21.2019
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...
06.14.2019
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...
06.07.2019
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...
05.30.2019
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...
05.23.2019
A Mind Body Approach To Chronic Back Pain
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05.23.2019
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.
05.09.2019
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...
05.02.2019
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...
04.25.2019
Is Exercise Making Your Pain Worse Without You Realising It?
Why are you still in pain in spite of being so healthy and doing all the right things? I discuss how fitness and exercise culture may be making your pain worse without you realising it and I share the guiding principles...
04.12.2019
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...
04.06.2019
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.
03.28.2019
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...
03.27.2019
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: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1i7S9-EoAgngMF2I7zkoZa4yvSH5eyzqBrUVm0Aiol5s/edit?usp=sharing COMPLETE BACK PAIN RELIEF 8 WEEK PROGRAM www.thebackpaincoach.net/courses Follow The Back Pain Coach: NEWSLETTER - www.thebackpaincoach.net/newsletter INSTAGRAM - www.instagram.com/thebackpaincoach FACEBOOK -...
03.15.2019
Nutritional Supplements For Pain
In this episode I share an insider's view on the truth about nutritional supplements for joint pain. I share why in most cases they are a waste of time and money, how they can actually make things worse, and what...
03.08.2019
The Truth About Depression with Jay Feldman
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 show...
03.08.2019
Nutrition For Stress & Pain
Physical Education Podcast - Episode 12 In this episode I discuss nutrition from the point of view of pain and stress reduction which is quite different from most nutritional advice and information that's available.
03.08.2019
How To Relieve Muscle Tension
Physical Education Podcast - Episode 11 In this episode of the Physical Education Podcast I look at the issue of muscular tension and discuss why most common strategies don't work and what you can do instead to help.
03.08.2019
The Effect Of Social Media On Our Bodies
Physical Education Podcast - Episode 10 A follow on from my episode on 'Disconnecting From Our Bodies' and how the ubiquity of technology and social media contributes to our disconnection.
03.08.2019
Disconnecting From Our Bodies
Physical Education Podcast - Episode 9 In this episode I describe the concept of gradual disconnection from our bodies. As we lose internal awareness and control, we lose the ability to perceive our body's many signals and requests for change.
03.08.2019
Why Are You Still In Pain?
Physical Education Podcast - Episode 8 In this podcast I'm sharing some food for thought and principles to help you better understand why you're still in pain, as well as some solutions to consider.
03.08.2019
Lessons From 15 Years Of Chronic Pain
Physical Education Podcast - Episode 7 My journey with pain and the lessons I've learned along the way.
03.08.2019
Challenging Nutritional Dogma with Sarah Kennard
Physical Education Podcast - Episode 6 Sarah Kennard joins me to discuss her own health and nutrition journey. We discuss nutritional dogma and the consequences of extreme dieting.
01.30.2018
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/ https://www.instagram.com/paul_g_fp/ If you're interested in...
01.23.2018
'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,...
01.19.2018
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...
01.13.2018
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. We discuss a framework for self care and giving yourself permission to do what you want. Follow Sam online: https://www.instagram.com/movewelldurham/ https://www.facebook.com/movewelldurham/ http://movewellphilly.com/ Outro Music: 'Smoke...
01.13.2018
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 on Social Media: https://keith-littlewood.squarespace.com/ https://www.instagram.com/tommolittlewood/ http://balancedbodymind.com/ https://www.facebook.com/Balanced-Body-Mind-163418760372119 https://twitter.com/balancedbm

What's The Physical Education Podcast about?

Download our free app to listen on your phone

The Physical Education Podcast episodes:

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

Energy Balance - The Most Vital Concept In Healing

BREATHING: Core Concepts, Techniques & Exercises

Why Do I Rarely Talk About Back Pain?

How Far Is Too Far?

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

COVID Masks: Nuance and food for thought on a polarising issue

Navigating Post COVID Stress and Polarisation Audio Podcast

Working With The Subconscious Mind with Danny Greeves

Addressing Subconscious Emotional Trauma

How To Maintain A Healthy Spine

Hormesis: Does Stress Make You Stronger?

I Was Wrong

The Anatomy Of Shame

Confronting The Wider Influences Of Pain

The Anatomy Of Gratitude

The Anatomy Of Anger

The Victim Mentality

A Mind Body Approach To Chronic Back Pain

The Anatomy Of Joy

The Story Of Your Pain

Optimising Sleep For Chronic Pain Reduction

Is Exercise Making Your Pain Worse Without You Realising It?

How Your Brain Stops You From Creating New Habits

The Identity Of The Back Pain Sufferer

Tuning Into Your Body

Are Limiting Beliefs Sabotaging Your Recovery?

Nutritional Supplements For Pain

The Truth About Depression with Jay Feldman

Nutrition For Stress & Pain

How To Relieve Muscle Tension

The Effect Of Social Media On Our Bodies

Disconnecting From Our Bodies

Why Are You Still In Pain?

Lessons From 15 Years Of Chronic Pain

Challenging Nutritional Dogma with Sarah Kennard

Posture with Paul Gallagher

'Sugar: The Delicious Truth' with Keith Littlewood

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

Mobility, Reflection and Doing What You Want with Samantha Faulhaber

Nutrition, Digestion and Hormones with Keith Littlewood