Join us in this episode as we dive deep into the science-based approach to healing painful joints with Scott Hogan, author of "Built from Broken: A Science-Based Guide to Healing Painful Joints." Scott challenges the common belief that joint pain is an inevitable part of aging, offering insights into corrective exercise, sports nutrition, and joint health. Discover the paradigm shift that can transform the way you perceive exercise and joint health, paving the way for a resilient body. Scott lays the foundation for understanding the five primary causes of joint pain and explores the effectiveness of load training in resolving joint issues.

Episode Highlights:

• Understanding the concept of "Built from Broken" and how setbacks become building blocks for a stronger body.
• The five primary causes of joint pain and strategies to prevent common injuries that trap individuals in the Pain/Injury Cycle.
• Debunking myths about stretching and exploring the significance of load training in resolving joint pain.
• Exploring mechanotransduction and how cells respond to mechanical stimuli in the body.
• The importance of muscle mass in aging, its impact on metabolic health, and resistance training as a practical approach.
• Addressing the contradiction in traditional weight training and the problems with bodybuilding routines.
• The five primary causes of joint pain and dysfunction: posture, movement quality, muscle imbalances, tendinopathy, and arthritis aging collagen degradation.
• Understanding different types of pain and a smarter approach to pain management.
• Insights into chronic pain development and the role of neuroplasticity.
• The three phases of inflammation and their relation to joint health.
• Exploring low inflammatory and low carb diets in managing inflammation.
• The role of exercise in decreasing inflammation and the benefits of resistance training.
• Supplements for joint health and dispelling common myths about their effectiveness.
• Strategies for resolving tendinopathy and understanding synovial fluid for joint lubrication.
• The concept of hydrodynamic pressure and synovitis in joint recovery.
• Factors that damage synovial fluid health in sedentary lifestyles and desk jobs.
• The importance of collagen synthesis in connective tissue health and its role in rebuilding joints.
• Connective tissue training principles for stronger joints and bones.
• The significance of heavy lifting for bone density and the role of energy loading in preventing injuries.
• Lifestyle factors that decrease collagen synthesis and five ways to increase collagen production.
• The podcast concludes with the crucial lesson of avoiding sedentary habits and weekend warrior activities to prevent joint injuries.

Tune in to gain valuable insights into conquering joint pain and rebuilding your body with Scott Hogan's science-based approach. Don't miss this transformative discussion that challenges conventional wisdom and provides practical solutions for lasting joint health.

Find Scott here: https://saltwrap.com