1 in 3 people will suffer from low back in their lifetime. A back pain episode can range from something minor to debilitating. 

The question I'm asked often is, "are there primary reasons we get a sore back?"

During this episode I discuss the process I go through when thinking about managing back pain. I outline some of the reasons a back may be sore and the strategies I take to help people get back to their pre-injury status. 

What has help your back pain ? Comment below and we'll see you in the next one!

Eric is a Massage Therapist and educator from Victoria, British Columbia, Canada. 

During this interview we discussed persistent, or chronic pain. Eric provided great context on how pain is not always as linear as we may think, the reason pain may be present and how empowering people may be the best means for resolving a painful experience. 

If you are a practitioner dealing with persistent pain patients, or are dealing with it yourself, you'll definitely want to check this episode out. 

What things have helped you manage pain? 

Comment below and we'll see you in the next one!

Save the date! March 27-28, 2021 B3 Conference - building your brain, brand & business 

I have teamed up with Mark and Amanda from the Coned Institute to host a virtual zoom conference with some top notch presenters. There will also be some pretty sweet prizes given out!

This 2-day conference costs a minimum donation to Food Banks Canada of $20. 

You can sign up for the conference at www.conedinstitute.com/b3conference

Can't make the date? We will arrange a playback you can score! 

I look forward to seeing you there, we'll see you in the next one!

Happy 2021! I am sure we are all finally glad to see the end of 2020. 

As always at the beginning of each year I like to reflect on the year past and look forward to the year ahead. 

During this episode I share with you my goals for 2021 and how I arrived at the overall theme of, "paying myself a dollar a day".

What goals have you set out for 2021? 

Please share them below and we'll see you in the next one.

Thank you, thank you, thank you !

48 episodes. What a journey it's been. During this episode I discuss the process it takes to make an episode. 

I also outline some of this year's most popular episodes and interesting comments. 

Thank you again for those that have supported, commented, like and shared the podcast this year. 

Enjoy your holiday season this year and we'll see you in the next one !

Wine, the perfect blend of art and science. 

From food, to geography, to history, to sociology the study of wine is plentiful. This past year I've taken interest in looking at all aspects of wine.  Along the way I've tasted some wines I hated and some wines I loved. 

With the holiday season approaching. I thought I'd share a little bit about what I've learned this past year, along with 5 wines I had in 2020 that I thought were special for different reasons. 

What are some of your favourite wines? Comment below and we'll see you in the next one!

*Episode Resource*

Puckette, M., & Hammock, J. (2018) Wine Folly: The master guide. Penguin Random House. 

**Episode Correction**

Wine #1 was a 2015, not '14. Brunello de Montalcino.

Remember in grade 8 when we all took creatine before doing 10 exercises of bicep curls......Oh okay that was just me.

Creatine has long been used in the athletic world as a supplement to help improve strength and performance. 

Outside of performance may creatine offer help to those who have suffered a concussion?

During this episode I discuss what creatine is and how it may relate to concussion.

Have you used any supplements to help with the symptoms you have felt following a concussion? 

Comment below and we'll see you in the next one!

Episode Resources 

Dean et al. (2017) Potential for use of creatine supplementation following mild traumatic brain injury. Concussion. 2(2):CNC34. doi: 10.2217/cnc-2016-0016

Do you know the difference between dizziness and vertigo ? There are often very tricky, and scary symptoms to navigate. 

During this episode I discuss the two major categories, as well as common causes of dizziness and vertigo. 

I finish by discussing the importance of a correct diagnosis. 

Have you suffered from dizziness or vertigo in the past? What helped you resolve your symptoms?

Comment below and we'll see you in the next one!

Episode Resources

1. Reiley et al. (2017) How to diagnose cervicogenic dizziness. Archives of Physiotherapy. 7:12:1-12. DOI 10.1186/s40945-017-0040-x

2. Brandt, T., & Dietrich, M. (2017) The dizzy patient: don’t forget disorders of the central vestibular system. Nat Rev Neurol. 13(6):352-362. doi: 10.1038/nrneurol.2017.58.

In my discussions with many people over the past few weeks it appears winter is going to be a tough one. People have expressed that this winter more so than ever is going to be full of uncertainty, stress and anxiety. 

It got me thinking.....

I don't like winter. I am fine with the cold, I am fine with snow. 

I DON'T like darkness!

During this episode I share with you what I am going to be doing this winter to help me along the way. 

In the comments below add to the conversation. What are you going to do to help you through this winter season?

Have a great weekend and we'll see you in the next one!

It's happened again, you've been overcome by a jar of pickles. It's just too much and you lie on the floor sulking waiting for someone to come home so you can make your pickle and peanut butter sandwich....

Tennis elbow can be just that debilitating! On today's episode we discuss what exactly tennis is and isn't, as well as strategies to help manage this very common injury. 

Have you had this before ? What has helped you manage it ? Have you ever made a pickle and peanut butter sandwich?

Comment below and we'll see you in the next one!