The Body Nerd Show

But if you’ve been here for a while you know that where …

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I don’t know about you, but I’m very familiar with how media, fashion, advertising, and the fitness industry makes us feel crappy about our capable, amazing bodies.

Enter cellulite.

And you’d think t…

I’m joined by nurse and Wim Hof instructor Christina Casey, who is sha…

What do neck pain, eye strain and post-concussive symptoms have in common? They’re all connected to dysfunction in the tiny muscles at the base of your skull known as the suboccipitals. 

I know I tal…

Braces and orthotics are super effective when they’re used properly to limit range of motion at a joint (or joints). 

But they're meant to be a short-term solution - not your newest accessory. 

So if…

When it comes to pain, ice is the go-to pain-reliever. But how does it actually work?

Does it penetrate all the way down to the joint to decrease inflammation? Can tissue injuries heal just from cold…

Do you snore at night? You’re not alone! Some 45% of adults snore occasionally and 25% snore regularly.

And while I fall into the occasional camp (I hope 😜), I do sleep next to someone who snores.

So…

If you’ve never had hip pain or sciatica, you might not be familiar with this small, pear-shaped muscle deep within the hip.

But if you’ve experien…

Whether you’ve been injured, taking care of a loved one, or working through your own health issues - it’s totally normal to take breaks from your workouts from time to time. And while building habits…

What are your thoughts on kettlebells? Yay or nay?

I get it - kettlebells can be intimidating. Are you supposed to swing it around? Are they super duper heavy? How do you even use them?

Which is why …

Low back pain is a bummer. And it can be super frustrating when the normal treatments of stretching and heat only provide a little bit of relief.

But did you know that low back pain could also be rel…

8 out of 10 people will experience back pain at some point in their lives. I know I’ve been there! 

But just because your low back hurts doesn’t mean you should be focusing all of your mobility effor…

My goal has always been to help y…

I get it - sitting up in lotus pose for a long time with your eyes closed is super stressful for many people. How do you know if you're doing it right? Wha…

Are barefoot shoes best for everyone (and every foot)? And what’s the best brand of shoe if you want happy and healthy feet and ankles (and get out of pain)?

The foot is complex - with 26 bones, 33 j…

Movement brings me joy - but I realize it's not the same experience for everyone.

Maybe you're struggling because of an injury or pain.

Or maybe, moving your body has become inextricably linked with …