In this episode of Iron Culture, Eric Trexler interviews Dr. John Rusin, a personal trainer and strength coach with a doctorate in physical therapy. They discuss Dr. Rusin's journey from working with professional athletes to focusing on general population training, emphasizing the importance of injury prevention and pain management. Dr. Rusin shares insights from his new book, 'Pain-Free Performance,' which outlines foundational movement patterns and the significance of individualization in training. The conversation highlights the need for a well-rounded approach to fitness that prioritizes health and longevity alongside performance.

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If you want to check out Dr. Rusin's new book, app, or coaching services, check out these links:

https://www.amazon.com/Pain-Free-Performance-Better-Smarter-Unbreakable/dp/162860509X/ref=zg_bs_g_4645_d_sccl_95/134-5360092-2910026?psc=1

becomeunbreakable.com

https://www.drjohnrusincoaching.com

If you want to stay up-to-date with Dr. Rusin, you can check out his website and social media profiles:

https://drjohnrusin.com

https://www.instagram.com/drjohnrusin

https://www.facebook.com/drjohnrusin

https://www.youtube.com/@Dr.JohnRusin

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Dr. John Rusin

02:44 Journey from Athlete to Coach

05:52 High Performance Athletics and Injury Prevention

08:46 Transitioning from Physical Therapy to Performance Coaching

11:38 The Shift to General Population and Longevity

14:43 Understanding Pain and Movement

17:34 Foundational Movement Patterns in Training

31:44 Rebuilding the Foundation: Movement Patterns and Training

40:31 The Six Physical Characteristics of Health and Longevity

52:49 Individualization and Optimization in Movement

01:00:41 Empowering Pain-Free Performance