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Moving pain-Free and Original Strength with Les Raymond
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While movement is his main focus, Les also emphasizes the importance of proper nutrition, recovery, and stress management. Les is passionate about working with beginners, and he can meet you where you are so you can get to where you want to be.
In this episode, Les and I discuss how we can address pain and undo compensation patterns by going back to the basics and re-learning how to move. Les also shares some insights on how beginners can incorporate mindfulness into their movements.
If you’ve ever struggled with physical pain and are looking for a simple strategy to address it, then you won’t want to miss this episode!
Episode highlights
0:04:11 Introducing Les Raymond and His Work 0:11:50 How Les Began His Health and Wellness Journey 0:14:50 Les Learns More About Movement, Mindset, and Other Aspects of Health 0:16:43 Les on His Passion for Working With Beginners and the Evolution of His Training Style 0:20:25 Connection With the Body as an Entry Point Into Personal Development 0:23:44 Addressing Pain and Compensation Patterns Through the Performance Pyramid 0:34:17 The Importance of the Prone Position in Learning How to Move 0:35:24 An Important Tool: The Floor as the Tuning Fork of the Body 0:36:17 Revisiting the Way We Learned How to Move as Children 0:41:01 Improving Form and Addressing Pain Experienced When Squatting 0:45:19 The Pros and Cons of Using a Barbel as a Tool 0:48:23 Some Strategies to Release Tension and Reduce Stress 0:54:44 Introducing Movement and Mindfulness to Beginners 0:57:26 The Fountain of Youth: Kids Can Be Our Greatest Teachers 1:01:01 The Role of Movement in Longevity: Exercise as a Way to Combat Cancer 1:03:19 Les’ Message to the World and Tips for How to Impact the Wellness Industry
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