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Movement as medicine: Why You Shouldn't Stop Moving When Injured
Stronger Than Your Boyfriend
Stronger Than Your Boyfriend
Movement as medicine: Why You Shouldn't Stop Moving When Injured
Jan 20, 2026
Season 1
Episode 271
Barpath Fitness
Today on the podcast, we talk about why it is imperative to have a movement practice when you're dealing with pain or injury and what that might look like. Movement can and should be used as medicine when you have an acute injury or chronic issues. We see people living in pain who were never told that movement could actually help. We discuss the science behind our opinions and share how you can bring movement back into your life, no matter what issue you’re working with.
In this episode, we discuss:
- What Does “Movement as Medicine” Really Mean?
- Why Complete Rest Can Slow Recovery
- How Movement Supports the Healing Process
- Understanding Pain vs. Harm During Injury
- What Types of Movement Are Safe When Injured
- How to Modify Movement During Injury
- Rethinking Injury Recovery: Movement as a Therapeutic Tool
Resources:
Podcast Episode 22: Training After an Injury (What Happens After Physical Therapy Ends)
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