The Confident Body Show

This week, Michael Dermansky, senior physiotherapist at MD Health, is joined by David Smith, Co-founder and Director at Absolute Health & Performance, to discuss the blurred line between performance and rehab training.

As our understanding of how the human body works continues to deepen, it has changed how health practitioners approach injury management and performance improvement. Today, most practitioners believe there is very little difference between treating an injury and training for performance.

In the episode, we examine this new approach to both injury management and performance improvement, and explore the crossover between the two - with the needs of the patient paramount in both cases.

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This week, Michael Dermansky, senior physiotherapist at MD Health, is joined by a special guest, client Richard James, to discuss the importance of being strong and the difference it can make in your life.

At 50, after an active lifestyle, Richard was diagnosed with stage four lymphoma. He had to re-examine how to manage his life. After two rounds of chemotherapy, he wasn't able to do his usual fitness activities such as boxing. After discovering Pilates, he hasn't looked back; he feels stronger than ever, while also feeling more energised.

In the episode, we explore the important role strength plays in many aspects of life, and why being stronger is one of the most underestimated secret weapons for being able to keep doing the things you love.

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For practical articles to help you build a confident body, go to mdhealth.com.au/articles.

This week, Hanah Mills from Ideal Nutrition joins Michael Dermansky to discuss the vital role that recovery plays in achieving your exercise goals... so much so, it's the secret sauce of getting fit.

Hanah and Michael explore the role of nutrition in fueling our muscles and cells and ensuring everything is functioning optimally. Exercise depletes our energy, water and micronutrients; correct nutrition refuels our energy stores to help us get the most out of our exercise sessions.

This episode is full of practical tips to help you perform your best, recover faster and minimise injury so you can get back to doing the things you love sooner.

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For practical articles to help you build a confident body, go to mdhealth.com.au/articles.

This week, Michael is joined by osteopath Josh Blencowe from MD Health to discuss back pain – one of the biggest factors preventing us from living a full and happy life.

In this episode, Josh and Michael review the common causes of back pain, including the indirect causes of back pain that have only recently come to light due to recent progresses in pain science. They also explore the role fear plays in our experience of pain.

Most importantly, they list the preventions and treatments you can use to overcome back pain so you can get back to the things you love.

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For practical articles to help you build a confident body, go to mdhealth.com.au/articles.

This week, Heath Williams from Principle Four Osteo and Corporate Work Health Australia joins Michael to discuss ergonomics.

With people spending the majority of their working week at a workstation, the ergonomics of that setup can play a large role in their overall health and wellbeing. The last few years have seen a seismic shift in how people work, with working from home on the rise – often in suboptimal setups. On top of this, many people simply aren't getting enough movement in their lives to counteract the hours stuck at a workstation (or dining room table).

In this episode, Michael and Heath explore the problems experienced by people having issues with office or home workstation ergonomics, and what can be done to mitigate or eliminate these outcomes.

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For practical articles to help you build a confident body, go to mdhealth.com.au/articles.

This episode of The Confident Body Podcast aims to change your thinking around women and weight training.

Michael is joined by Katie Crombie, a performance coach at Absolute Health and Performance, to discuss the benefits of lifting weights for women, regardless of age or weight training experience.

We explore the barriers that hold many women back from even considering strength training as an option, including overcoming the 'fragility mindset' that many women have.

This is a must-hear episode for any woman wanting to regain confidence in your body so you can keep doing the things you love.

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For practical articles to help you build a confident body, go to mdhealth.com.au/articles.

You've navigated the excesses of Christmas and the new year, but you haven't yet got back into the swing of regular exercise. Motivation can be a challenge after having time off, especially if you aren't yet back into your normal routine. Fear not! The Confident Body Podcast is here to help you get back to doing the things you love.

In this episode, Michael is joined by Adriane Ward, senior exercise physiologist at MD Health, to explore how to avoid the traps of restarting your exercise routine so you can be more effective and minimise pain and injury.

In particular, we look at the benefits of getting the help of an exercise professional to ensure your exercise program is achievable, aligned with your lifestyle goals, and tailored so you can build up strength and manage existing injuries.

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For practical articles to help you build a confident body, go to mdhealth.com.au/articles.

2023 is the year of the confident body! Having confidence in your body means you're able to overcome age, injury and a sedentary lifestyle and get back to doing the things you love. This is especially important for over 50's.

In this episode, Michael is joined by Josh Blenclowe, an Osteopath at MD Health Carlton North, to explore how you can gain confidence in your body in 2023 and avoid the barriers that hold most people back.

Everyone is different, so a tailored plan is critical. Having the guidance of an experienced exercise practitioner offers many benefits, including helping you overcome the anxiety that comes with starting a new exercise program and managing any injuries along the way.

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For practical articles to help you build a confident body, go to mdhealth.com.au/articles.

This week, Michael is joined by Hanah Mills, Accredited Dietitian at Ideal Nutrition, to discuss the vital role of nutrition in getting your body right.

As the title of this episode suggests, nutrition is the missing link in getting more out of your body. It plays a critical role in general wellbeing on both a physical and psychological level.

While many of us don't think about nutrition beyond losing weight, getting the balance right can not only help you shed unwanted kilos – it can significantly boost your fitness levels and performance. Even paying just a little more attention to what your body needs at your current stage of life can have a huge impact on helping you to live life to the fullest.

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For practical articles to help you build a confident body, go to mdhealth.com.au/articles.

This week, Michael is joined by Nicole Davies, Senior Accredited Exercise Physiologist with MD Health, to discuss the benefits of clinical pilates regardless of age, injury or chronic pain.

The key difference between clinical pilates and broader or group exercises is the tailored nature to your needs, goals and stage of recovery. While some exercise is (usually) better than none, there are significant advantages to seeing a health professional with a background in exercise to provide a tailored exercise program versus a group or generalist program.

This episode is packed full of inspiration to help you overcome obstacles blocking you from exercising, including that age should not be a barrier to exercise, as an experienced professional can modify the exercise to your needs. In fact, the benefits derived from exercise get more important and beneficial as you age. With expert guidance, you can regain confidence in your body and get back to doing the things you love.

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For practical articles to help you build a confident body, go to mdhealth.com.au/articles.