The Beyond Pain Podcast
Struggling with pain? Does it affect your workouts, golf game, plans for your next half marathon? Join The Joe's, two physical therapists, as they discuss navigating and overcoming pain so you can move beyond it and get back to the activities you love most. Whether you're recovering from an injury, dealing with chronic pain, or want to reduce the likelihood of injury tune into The Beyond Pain podcast for pain education, mobility, self-care tips, and stories of those who have been in your shoes before and their journey beyond pain.
The Beyond Pain Podcast
Episode 71: Lifting Heavy With Chronic Pain: How to Train Hard, Stay Safe, and Ditch Fear in the Gym
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Summary
In this episode of the Beyond Pain podcast, hosts Joe Gambino and Joe LaVacca discuss the importance of heavy lifting and strength training in fitness. They address common concerns from clients about the safety of lifting heavy weights and emphasize that strength training is essential for overall health and longevity.
The conversation explores how to challenge oneself in fitness, the relationship between pain and progress, and the importance of finding a personal path in exercise.
The hosts encourage listeners to embrace the hard work of lifting and to focus on their individual goals.
Takeaways
- If you can lift heavy and do it safely, do it.
- Training in the gym should carry over to real life.
- Strength training is essential for health and longevity.
- Challenging yourself is key to making progress.
- Pain shouldn't deter you from lifting heavy.
- Lifting weights is one of the safest forms of exercise.
- You need to find what works for you in fitness.
- Don't let past injuries dictate your current training.
- Consistency and stimulus are crucial for strength gains.
- Always aim to push your limits in a safe manner.