Biohacking for Healing: Optimizing Your Body and Mind
Tennis Elbow Queen's Healing Team Podcast
Release Date: 11/26/2024
🌿 The Vagus Nerve: Unlocking the Hidden Key to Healing Chronic Pain
Tennis Elbow Queen's Healing Team Podcast
If you’ve been living with pain that just won’t go away, no matter what you’ve tried, the missing link may not be your muscles, joints, or even your tendons—it could be your nervous system. In this episode of Your Healing Team Podcast, Emma Green (The Tennis Elbow Queen 👑), takes you inside the fascinating world of the vagus nerve—the body’s master switch for healing. Here’s what you’ll learn: What the vagus nerve is and why it’s so critical to recovery The difference between “fight or flight” and “rest and heal” states—and how pain can trap your body in...
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Why Resting Too Much Is Sabotaging Your Recovery (And What to Do Instead!)
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🚨 Think total rest is the best way to heal an injury? Think again. In this episode of Your Healing Team, I’m breaking down one of the biggest myths about recovery: that more rest = faster healing. Spoiler alert: it doesn’t. In fact, too much rest can actually slow your recovery and make it harder for your body to heal properly. Here’s what we’re covering: ✅ The difference between total rest and relative rest—and why one is better for healing. ✅ Why ignoring your body’s signals can delay recovery (and how to listen to them instead). ✅ The shocking...
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Chronic Inflammation: The Silent Health Saboteur + How to Reverse It Naturally
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📍 Welcome to Your Healing Team with Emma Green, the Tennis Elbow Queen! In this episode, we’re diving into one of the most misunderstood health topics: chronic inflammation. You’ve heard the words, but do you really know what it means—or how it’s impacting your body? Here’s what you’ll learn: ✅ The difference between acute inflammation (good!) and chronic inflammation (not so good). ✅ Why sitting for just 4 hours can spike your inflammation levels (and how to fix it in 3 minutes). ✅ The surprising role stress, diet, and sleep play in keeping your body inflamed....
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The REAL Reason You're Not Healing: Nervous System Secrets You’ve Never Been Told
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In this powerful episode of Your Healing Team, host Emma Green—licensed physical therapist and Tennis Elbow Queen—dives deep into the nervous system’s role in chronic pain, injury, and recovery. If you’ve been stuck in a cycle of stubborn symptoms despite doing “everything right,” this might be the breakthrough you need. You’ll learn: What the nervous system actually is—and how it works Why tingling, numbness, and nerve pain are messages (not malfunctions) How pain gets “memorized” by your brain What central sensitization is—and why it matters in long-term healing...
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Consistency Is Key: The Real Secret to Long-Term Healing
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In this episode of Your Healing Team Podcast, Emma Green explores one of the most powerful—yet often overlooked—tools for recovery and well-being: consistency. Whether you're dealing with tennis elbow, chronic pain, or simply aiming to feel better in your body, it's not just about what you do… it’s about what you keep doing. Emma explains how short-term strategies often lead to short-term relief—and why long-term success requires building sustainable habits across the pillars of health: movement, sleep, nutrition, stress relief, and more. Tune in to find out how to choose one...
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Expert Interview - Chronic Pain - Dr Dave Candy, PT
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Welcome back to Your Healing Team Podcast - Season Two! In this episode, your host, Emma Green, is joined by Dr. Dave Candy — a physical therapist based in St. Louis, Missouri, who specializes in helping people aged 50 and older overcome chronic pain. Dr. Candy shares his journey into physical therapy, how he found his passion for helping everyday people regain independence, and why he’s dedicated to understanding and treating chronic pain differently than traditional approaches. In this episode, we dive deep into: What chronic pain really is — and how it’s different from acute...
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Your Roadmap to Achieve Health Goals in 2025
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🎉 Happy New Year! Welcome to the final episode of Season 1 of Your Healing Team Podcast! I’m Emma Green, the Tennis Elbow Queen, and I’m here to help you start 2025 on the right track with your health goals. In this episode, we’ll discuss: ✅ Reflecting on 2024 and setting realistic goals for 2025. ✅ A simple and effective framework to focus on one key health goal for the year. ✅ The overlap between goals like running a 5K, improving blood sugar levels, or healing tennis elbow—and how similar strategies can help achieve them. You’ll also hear about: 📖 How the Optimize...
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Fueling Your Recovery: The Role of Nutrition in Healing Injuries
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Welcome to Your Healing Team Podcast! In this episode, Emma Green, the Tennis Elbow Queen, dives deep into the critical role of nutrition in healing injuries like tennis elbow and other musculoskeletal conditions. If you're looking to optimize your recovery, this episode is packed with actionable tips and insights to help your body heal effectively and regain strength. Key Topics Discussed: The Building Blocks of Healing: The essential role of protein in repairing soft tissues like muscles, ligaments, and tendons. Why your body needs adequate protein intake to avoid breaking down muscle...
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Relaxation, Stress Relief, and Healing: A Guide to Progressive Relaxation for Pain Management
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In this episode of Your Healing Team Podcast, host Emma Green, the Tennis Elbow Queen, dives into the powerful connection between relaxation, stress relief, and pain management. Relaxation might not be the first thing that comes to mind when dealing with musculoskeletal injuries like tennis elbow, back pain, or shoulder pain, but it can be a critical part of the healing process. Emma explains the science behind stress, muscle tension, and pain, emphasizing how chronic stress can perpetuate tight muscles and exacerbate injuries. She introduces the technique of progressive relaxation, a simple...
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Cardio Exercise: Healing and Rebuilding with Movement
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Welcome to Your Healing Team Podcast! I'm Emma Green, the Tennis Elbow Queen, and your host. In this episode, we explore one of my favorite topics: cardio exercise. At first glance, you might wonder—what does cardio have to do with healing? As it turns out, a lot! Here’s what you’ll learn in today’s episode: Why cardio is a cornerstone for overall health and healing. The science of blood flow, oxygenation, and how these support tissue repair. How poor blood supply impacts tendon recovery (like tennis elbow) and how to address it. The role of endorphins and other "happy hormones" in...
info_outlineWelcome to Your Healing Team Podcast! I’m Emma Green, the Tennis Elbow Queen, and I’m thrilled to dive into today’s episode all about biohacking. Whether you're new to the concept or a seasoned wellness enthusiast, we’re breaking down what biohacking is, how it works, and—most importantly—how it can help you heal faster and live better.
In This Episode, We’ll Explore:
- What is Biohacking? Understanding how to use medical science and research to optimize your body and it's natural ability to heal.
- Why Optimization Matters: Discover how poor sleep, diet, and stress can delay recovery from injuries like tennis elbow and more.
- Biohacking for Healing: Learn how targeted changes in lifestyle, nutrition, and sleep can speed up healing from injuries like tennis elbow, back pain, and knee pain.
- Longevity and Wellness: How principles from the Blue Zones and longevity research intersect with biohacking to help you live a longer, healthier life.
- Brain Health Matters: A deep dive into nutrients like B vitamins and omega-3s and their role in preventing dementia and supporting overall healing.
- Actionable Tips: Easy-to-implement strategies to start optimizing your health today.
Exclusive Opportunity:
I’m launching a membership program in January 2025 that will take you on a journey to naturally optimize your wellness using biohacks. Each month, we’ll focus on a new topic, diving deeply into strategies to improve your health and wellbeing. Learn more and sign up at www.tenniselbowqueen.com/optimize.
Resources Mentioned:
- Netflix Docu-series: The Blue Zones
- Brain Health Recommendations:
- Vitamin B6: 20 mg/day
- Vitamin B12: 500 mcg/day
- Folic Acid: 800 mcg/day
- Omega-3s: 1,100 mg/day (females), 1,600 mg/day (males)
Disclaimer:
The brain health recommendations provided in this podcast are for informational purposes only and are not intended as medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider, such as a physician or registered dietitian, before starting any new supplements or making changes to your diet, especially if you have existing health conditions, are pregnant or breastfeeding, or are taking medication. Dosages and supplement needs can vary based on individual circumstances, and professional guidance is essential to ensure safety and effectiveness.
Connect With Me:
Have questions or want to learn more about biohacking for healing? Visit my website or reach out directly—I’d love to hear from you!
Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast and join me next time as we continue exploring ways to optimize your healing and wellness journey. See you then!