Worried about pinching at the front of the hip? Pain with squats, mountain climbers, or bike riding!? Tune into this PT Pearl and stay tuned for incredible tips on the mind-body connection from our guest and good friend, Mike Aidala.

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What You Will Learn:

PT Pearl: What is FAI? (Femoral acetabular impingement)

02:19 - Explaining FAI, the different types, and how to self test

07:33 - Different FAI study results (asymptomatic percentages and surgery findings)

12:58 - Why hip mobility and core stability is so important

To Watch the PT Pearl on YouTube, click here: https://youtu.be/-SckMQs60yE

22:30 - Mike’s background with athletics and training

24:50  - Mike’s addiction with the athletic mindset (lifting + yoga) and why

27:34 - How to start your journey with your mindset and implement a healthy mental language

34:23 - Why owning your truth and being vulnerable is important; being radically honest

40:52 - The connection between mindset and pain; how you feel within your body and why

46:19 - How to ride the waves of failure in your athletic journey and why your “why” is important

49:37 - Mike’s recommendations on what you should practically start with on your mental journey

To learn more about Mike, visit the full show notes at: https://jen.health/podcast/13

Items mentioned in this episode include:

Handstand program: https://mastmethod.teachable.com/p/handstand-course

Special Discount for listeners! For 50% OFF Mike's handstand program use code: "OptimalBody" at checkout!

Website: www.mikeaidala.com

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