The Barbell Rehab Podcast
Join Dr. Michael Mash and the Barbell Rehab team as we provide coaches and clinicians with evidence-based and actionable information to help their clients and patients continue to strength train in the presence of pain.
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Pain and Injury in Olympic Weightlifting with Dr. Hays Estes | Ep 29
04/26/2024
Pain and Injury in Olympic Weightlifting with Dr. Hays Estes | Ep 29
In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Hays Estes to discuss all things Olympic Weightlifting. We explore injury risk, programming considerations, and options to keep folks training in the presence of pain. We also consider the role of mobility work for weightlifting, common mistakes when rehabbing weightlifters, and the benefits of comprehensive capacity, variability, and specificity. You can find Dr. Hays on Instagram @haysestes and his business @runtampabay. Additional Resources | learn how to coach and modify the snatch, clean, and jerk for clients with pain or mobility limitations. | Get research reviews sent to your inbox, once a month, and stay up-to-date on the latest trends in rehab and fitness
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Back to the Basics with Dr. Michael Mash | Ep 28
04/12/2024
Back to the Basics with Dr. Michael Mash | Ep 28
In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Michael Mash to discuss the temptation of over-analysis in the pain, rehab, and fitness worlds. We explore some of the possible reasons this may happen, potential negative consequences, and ways to reframe treatment options. We wrap up by considering what we view as the real essentials as well as why getting folks moving is our main concern and goal. We hope you enjoy the episode! Additional Resources | Get research reviews sent to your inbox, once a month, and stay up-to-date on the latest trends in rehab and fitness | 2-days, 15 hours, and CEU approved
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Maximizing Hypertrophy with Max Coleman | Ep 27
03/14/2024
Maximizing Hypertrophy with Max Coleman | Ep 27
In this episode of the Barbell Rehab Podcast, we sit down with Max Coleman to discuss his research with Brad Schoenfield and others on hypertrophy. We dive into volume, intensity, range of motion and technique specific considerations. We discuss the pros and cons of using momentum in training and some of the delineations between strength vs. hypertrophy training. We briefly discuss the role of ice in hypertrophy and rehab and conclude by considering the evolution of research in the hypertrophy field. We hope you enjoy this episode! Additional Resources | Get research reviews sent to your inbox, once a month, and stay up-to-date on the latest trends in rehab and fitness | 2-days, 15 hours, and CEU approved
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You Don't Need to Be "Fixed" - Redefining the Body as Garden | Ep 26
01/29/2024
You Don't Need to Be "Fixed" - Redefining the Body as Garden | Ep 26
In this episode of the Barbell Rehab Podcast, we discuss a "body as garden" versus a "body as machine" approach to pain and rehabilitation. We discuss the SAID principle, graded exposure, and dosage. We wrap up by highlighting the optimism behind the concept of antifragility and how we can leverage this with a more updated understanding of pain and adaptability. We hope you enjoy the episode! Additional Resources | Get research reviews sent to your inbox, once a month, and stay up-to-date on the latest trends in rehab and fitness | 2-days, 15 hours, and CEU approved
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Finessing Form: Does it Matter & Practical Applications | Ep 25
01/14/2024
Finessing Form: Does it Matter & Practical Applications | Ep 25
In this episode of the Barbell Rehab Podcast, we have a round robin discussion with Dr. Ben Geierman, Dr. Sophia Veiras & Dr. Michael Mash to unpack if and when form matters. We explore the rehab to performance continuum, when and how to cue without being nocebic, finding a balance between over coaching and “satisficing” and when to allow load to be the coach. We debate different coaching philosophies and the constraints sport and culture may place on viable movement solutions. We finish by highlighting the uniqueness of each individual client or patient’s preferences as well as some of our personal favorite cues. We hope you enjoy this episode! Additional Resources | Get research reviews sent to your inbox, once a month, and stay up-to-date on the latest trends in rehab and fitness | 2-days, 15 hours, and CEU approved
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Nocebo, Corrective Exercise, and Evolution of the Biopsychosocial Model with Ben Cormack | Ep 24
12/31/2023
Nocebo, Corrective Exercise, and Evolution of the Biopsychosocial Model with Ben Cormack | Ep 24
In this episode, we sit down with Ben Cormack to discuss pain, exercise, and the biopyschosocial model. We dive into the nocebo effect and its potential role in exercise, the corrective exercise trap that often seduces clinicians and coaches, movement snacks and variability, and low back pain reoccurrence. To conclude, Ben offers insight into the misapplications of the biopsychosocial model from his 2023 research article with Peter Stilwell, Sabrina Coninx & Jo Gibson. We hope you enjoy this episode! Additional Resources | Get research reviews sent to your inbox, once a month, and stay up-to-date on the latest trends in rehab and fitness | 2-days, 15 hours, and CEU approved
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Beliefs, Humility, and Clinical Evolution with Dr. Ben Geierman | Ep 23
12/18/2023
Beliefs, Humility, and Clinical Evolution with Dr. Ben Geierman | Ep 23
In this episode of the Barbell Rehab Podcast, Dr. Ben attempts to unpack belief change. He discusses the pursuit of being less wrong to better serve patients and clients by mitigating nocebo effects. He unpacks the role research can play to help guide us towards more accurate models and influence our rehabilitation approach as evidence continues to evolve. Finally, he ends the podcast by offering suggestions on how to gently challenge patient beliefs in more productive ways if we feel malignant beliefs may be holding them back from reaching their goals. We hope you enjoy the episode! Additional Resources | Get research reviews sent to your inbox, once a month, and stay up-to-date on the latest trends in rehab and fitness | 2-days, 15 hours, and CEU approved
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Movement Optimism and Challenging Narratives with Greg Lehman | Ep 22
12/04/2023
Movement Optimism and Challenging Narratives with Greg Lehman | Ep 22
In this episode of the Barbell Rehab Podcast, Dr. Ben Geierman sits down with Greg Lehman to discuss movement optimism and the kinesiopathological model of pain. They discuss challenging narratives in the clinic and what we should and shouldn't realistically hope for. Greg also discusses his current views on exercise for osteoarthritis, the role of symptom modification, and how fitness professionals can better incorporate movement optimism into their practice. We hope you enjoy the conversation! Additional Resources | Get research reviews sent to your inbox, once a month, and stay up-to-date on the latest trends in rehab and fitness | 2-days, 15 hours, and CEU approved
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Powerlifting and Low Back Pain with Dr. Derick Luu | Ep 21
10/31/2023
Powerlifting and Low Back Pain with Dr. Derick Luu | Ep 21
In this episode of the Barbell Rehab Podcast, we sit down with Dr. Derick Luu to talk about his experiences competing in national level powerlifting as an athlete and clinician. We discuss managing pain while competing, belief change, and programming. We hope you enjoy this episode! Additional Resources | Get research reviews sent to your inbox, once a month, and stay up-to-date on the latest trends in rehab and fitness | 2-days, 15 hours, and CEU approved
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Chronic Pain, Burnout, and Self-Care with Dr. Daniel Vilaubi | Ep 20
10/21/2023
Chronic Pain, Burnout, and Self-Care with Dr. Daniel Vilaubi | Ep 20
In this episode of the Barbell Rehab Podcast, we sit down with Dr. Daniel Vilaubi to discuss chronic pain, treatment paradigm evolution, and self-care. We hope you enjoy the episode! Additional Resources | Get research reviews sent to your inbox, once a month, and stay up-to-date on the latest trends in rehab and fitness | 2-days, 15 hours, and CEU approved
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Challenging Movement Rules with Dr. Cameron Faller | Ep 19
09/21/2023
Challenging Movement Rules with Dr. Cameron Faller | Ep 19
In today's episode, Dr. Cameron Faller joins the show to discuss the complexities of helping humans make positive changes & explore options in their movement repertoire. Dr. Cameron is an educator and business owner through Dynamic Principles in Grand Rapids, Michigan specializing in complex pain problems. His team is pioneering a movement towards a process centered approach to redefine care through a truly biopsychosocial lens. We explore behavior change, values and how rigid rules might handcuff our ability to find movement solutions. We hope you enjoy the episode! Additional Resources | Get research reviews sent to your inbox, once a month, and stay up-to-date on the latest trends in rehab and fitness | 2-days, 15 hours, and CEU approved
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The Science of Stretching | Ep 18
09/06/2023
The Science of Stretching | Ep 18
Join us for Episode 18 of the Barbell Rehab Podcast where Dr. Ben Geierman discusses the science of stretching. We cover how stretching can be beneficial (as well as it's limitations) and how we, as fitness and rehab professionals, can incorporate it practically into our lives and the lives of our clients and patients. Additional Resources | Get research reviews sent to your inbox, once a month, and stay up-to-date on the latest trends in rehab and fitness | 2-days, 15 hours, and CEU approved
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Strength Training for Older Adults | Ep 17
06/01/2023
Strength Training for Older Adults | Ep 17
Join us for Episode 17 of the Barbell Rehab Podcast where Dr. Sophia Veiras talks about all things older adults and strength training. Unfortunately, there is still a stigma that older adults are inherently fragile and shouldn't strength train. We want to help fight that stigma. Learn why strength training might be exactly what this population needs. We hope you enjoy this episode! Additional Resources | Get research reviews sent to your inbox, once a month, and stay up-to-date on the latest trends in rehab and fitness | 2-days, 15 hours, and CEU approved
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Knees Over Toes During Lifting...Is it Safe? | Ep 16
04/30/2023
Knees Over Toes During Lifting...Is it Safe? | Ep 16
In today's episode, Dr. Miles Nicholas joins me to talk about all things knees over toes. Is it ok to allow your knees to come past your toes when you squat? What about in the post-operative phase of an ACL reconstruction? As always, the answer is...it depends. We hope you enjoy this episode! Additional Resources | Get research reviews sent to your inbox, once a month, and stay up-to-date on the latest trends in rehab and fitness | 2-days, 15 hours, and CEU approved
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Urinary Incontinence During Lifting | Ep 15
04/02/2023
Urinary Incontinence During Lifting | Ep 15
In today's episode, Dr. Sophia Veiras joins us again to talk all things urinary incontinence and lifting. Up to 44% of female powerlifters experience urinary incontinence during lifting, and while it's certainly common, it's not something we should just ignore and normalize. In this episode, Dr. Sophia provides some practical information for how to better manage this. If want to learn even more, consider checking out our 9-hour CEU approved course, . I hope you enjoy the show! Additional Resources | FREE Webinar from Dr. Sophia | Get research reviews sent to your inbox, once a month, and stay up-to-date on the latest trends in rehab and fitness | 2-days, 15 hours, and CEU approved
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Women and Strength Training | Ep 14
01/20/2023
Women and Strength Training | Ep 14
In today's episode, Dr. Sophia Veiras joins the show to talk all about women and strength training. Dr. Sophia is an elite-level powerlifter, pelvic health specialist, and creator of our CEU approved online course . We talk about the different stimgas women may face regarding resistance training, why they're present, and what we can do about it to help move the needle forward. We hope you enjoy! Additional Resources | FREE Webinar from Dr. Sophia | Get research reviews sent to your inbox, once a month, and stay up-to-date on the latest trends in rehab and fitness | 2-days, 15 hours, and CEU approved
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Overcoming Persistent Muscle Tightness | Ep 13
12/14/2022
Overcoming Persistent Muscle Tightness | Ep 13
In today's episode, Dr. Miles Nicholas joins me to talk about overcoming persistent muscle tightness. Ever have the "knot" in your back that never seems to go away? What about feeling the need to consistently "crack" your back? Dr. Miles and I dig into those very questions. We hope you enjoy! Additional Resources | Blog article written by Dr. Michael | Get research reviews sent to your inbox, once a month, and stay up-to-date on the latest trends in rehab and fitness | 2-days, 15 hours, and CEU approved
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Deadlifts, Low Back Pain, and MRIs | Ep 12
11/08/2022
Deadlifts, Low Back Pain, and MRIs | Ep 12
In today's episode, Dr. Miles Nicholas joins me to talk about deadlifts, MRIs, and low back pain. Can you safely deadlift with a herniated disc? How do you have better conversations with your clients about their MRI results? What do you do when a client says their Doctor said they shouldn't lift? We hope you enjoy this episode! Additional Resources | Blog article written by Dr. Michael | Get research reviews sent to your inbox, once a month, and stay up-to-date on the latest trends in rehab and fitness | 2-days, 15 hours, and CEU approved
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Our Thoughts on Corrective Exercise | Ep 11
10/16/2022
Our Thoughts on Corrective Exercise | Ep 11
Today I'm joined by Dr. Ben Geierman to talk about a highly-debated topic in the fitness and rehab industry, corrective exercise. In this episode, we cover the concept of corrective exercise, movement dysfunctions, and whether or not we should be using it with our clients. Enjoy! Additional Resources | Blog article written by Dr. Ben | Get research reviews sent to your inbox, once a month, and stay up-to-date on the latest trends in rehab and fitness | 2-days, 15 hours, and CEU approved
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Internal vs. External Cueing, Movement Variability, and Improving Performance | Ep 10
08/23/2022
Internal vs. External Cueing, Movement Variability, and Improving Performance | Ep 10
Providing lifting cues to our patients and clients can really augment the process of motor learning and thus improve performance. In this episode, Dr. Ben Geierman and Dr. Michael Mash start with discussing the difference between internal and external cues and then move on to cover topics like movement variability, degress of freedom, and contextual interference. Enjoy! Additional Resources | Blog article written by Dr. Ben | Get research reviews sent to your inbox, once a month, and stay up-to-date on the latest trends in rehab and fitness | 2-days, 15 hours, and CEU approved
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Strength Training with Persistent Pain | Ep 9
07/20/2022
Strength Training with Persistent Pain | Ep 9
If you're a fitness coach or rehab professional, there's no doubt that you've worked with folks who have persistent pain. In this episode, Dr. Ben Geierman and Dr. Michael Mash talk all things persistent pain including Pain Neuroscience Education (PNE), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and then finish up with practical suggestions for how to best manage pain during training! Additional Resources | Blog article written by Dr. Ben | Get research reviews sent to your inbox, once a month, and stay up-to-date on the latest trends in rehab and fitness | 2-days, 15 hours, and CEU approved
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What Fit Pros Should Know About Working with Clients in Pain | Ep 8
05/28/2022
What Fit Pros Should Know About Working with Clients in Pain | Ep 8
As a personal trainer or strength coach, you may regularly work with clients who have nagging aches and pains. How do you optimally navigate this? In this episode, Dr. Miles Nicholas and Dr. Michael Mash talk about how you can make exercise modifications to instantly allow exercises to be more tolerable, and when you should refer out to a qualified rehab professional. Additional Resources | 2-days, 15 hours, and CEU approved | Get research reviews sent to your inbox, once a month, and stay up-to-date on the latest trends in rehab and fitness
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Should Everyone with Back Pain Do Deadlifts? | Ep 7
05/07/2022
Should Everyone with Back Pain Do Deadlifts? | Ep 7
Welcome back to the podcast! Today, we have a special guest, Dr. Ben Geierman. Dr. Ben is one of our lead instructors for the Barbell Rehab Method Certification and all around pain nerd! In this episode, he discusses how deadlifts can help folks dealing with low back pain and whether or not everyone with back pain should be doing them. Additional Resources | 2-days, 15 hours, and CEU approved | Blog post referenced in the episode | Get research reviews sent to your inbox, once a month, and stay up-to-date on the latest trends in rehab and fitness
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Knee Pain During Squats | 4 Tips to Overcome It | Ep 6
03/28/2022
Knee Pain During Squats | 4 Tips to Overcome It | Ep 6
Welcome back! In today's episode, Dr. Michael discusses his 4 favorite tips for managing and overcoming knee pain during squats. If you're a coach or clinician who routinely works with barbell athletes, you're not going to want to miss this one! Additional Resources | 2-days, 15 hours, and CEU approved | Get research reviews sent to your inbox, twice a month and stay up-to-date on the latest trends in rehab and fitness
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How to Warm-Up for Barbell Training | Ep 5
03/10/2022
How to Warm-Up for Barbell Training | Ep 5
Oh the warm-up! This is another point of contention in the fitness and rehab industries. Some say you need to foam roll and "activate" prior to lifting, and others say all you need to do is the first lift itself with less load. In this episode, Dr. Michael Mash is joined by Dr. Miles Nicholas. Listen in as they discuss how to effectively warm up for barbell training. Additional Resources | 2-days, 15 hours, and CEU approved | Get research reviews sent to your inbox, twice a month and stay up-to-date on the latest trends in rehab and fitness
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What Does "Set the Lats" Mean During the Deadlift? | Ep 4
02/17/2022
What Does "Set the Lats" Mean During the Deadlift? | Ep 4
In today's episode Dr. Michael explains what it really means to "set the lats" during the deadlift. This is a point of confusion that we see quite frequently when it comes to coaching the deadlift. Enjoy! Additional Resources | 2-days, 15 hours, and CEU approved | Get research reviews sent to your inbox, twice a month and stay up-to-date on the latest trends in rehab and fitness
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Does the Spine Go "Out of Place?" | Ep 3
02/02/2022
Does the Spine Go "Out of Place?" | Ep 3
Welcome back everyone! Today, I'm joined by Dr. Miles Nicholas, one of our lead instructors for the Barbell Rehab Method Certification. In this episode, we talk all about the concept of the spine going "in and out of place." Does it really happen, and what causes that cracking sound anyway during a spinal manipulation? We hope you enjoy! Additional Resources
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Are We Just "Masking" Pain When We Modify Lifts? | Ep 2
01/27/2022
Are We Just "Masking" Pain When We Modify Lifts? | Ep 2
One question that we often get is "Are we just masking pain when we modify a lift." In this episode, we dig into this question and talk all about how beneficial modifying lifts can be in order to drive a tolerable training effect for our clients. P.S. - it's probably not "masking" the pain! Additional Resources
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Welcome to the Barbell Rehab Podcast | Ep 1
01/15/2022
Welcome to the Barbell Rehab Podcast | Ep 1
We've finally done it! Check out Episode 1 of the OFFICIAL Barbell Rehab Podcast where we explain why we do what we do and what we have in store for our future episodes.
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