Best Justin Lehman Podcasts (2024)

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Episode #60: Charlie Rohde, King's Material 46:46

3d ago46:46

46:46

On Today's Episode: Charlie Rohde is the President of King’s Material and Dakota Red Corporation, a legacy company that has been meeting the Midwest’s construction needs since 1882. Charlie sits down with Nate to discuss the history of King’s Material, his father’s history and legacy, what his experience has been like as President of the company, a…

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121: Analyzing Manual Therapy (with Whitney Lowe) 40:04

8d ago40:04

40:04

🎙️ In this episode Whitney discusses a 2024 paper on modern manual therapy teaching and practice. The paper describes traditional manual therapy principles, including clinician-centered assessment, pathoanatomical reasoning, and technique specificity, and their criticisms based on recent research. He then outlines a proposed new framework for manua…

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120: Kinesiology, Pain Management, & Massage (with Justin Solace) 46:53

22d ago46:53

46:53

🎙️In this episode Whitney and Justin discuss the benefits of a diverse educational background and the value of pursuing additional higher education for clinical massage practitioners. They also delve into some of the key facets of how massage and corrective movement can be used most effectively for pain management. 🔍🗣️👥🔊 Watch the video and get the…

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Episode #59: Michael Gerdin, Heartland Express 39:12

1M ago39:12

39:12

On Today's Episode: Michael Gerdin is the Chairman and CEO of Heartland Express, a truckload carrier based in North Liberty, IA that serves customers throughout the United States and Mexico, and has been a legacy business in Iowa since it was founded by Michael’s father, Russell Gerdin, in 1978. Michael shares with me the humble origin story of Hea…

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119: The Ankle's Most Sensitive Fascia (with Rachelle Clauson & Nicole Trombley) 1:01:10

1M ago1:01:10

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🎙️In this episode, educators, authors, and massage therapists Rachelle Clauson and Nicole Trombley discuss the surprising sensitivity and functional significance of the ankle’s fascial retinaculum. Their conversation with Whitney and Til also ventures into Rachelle’s work on the Fascial Plastination Project, and their hands-on anatomy educational o…

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118: Massage Down Under (with Paula Nutting) 54:15

2M ago54:15

54:15

🎙️In this episode Whitney engages in a wide-ranging discussion with Paula Nutting about the world of massage therapy in Australia and beyond. They compare notes about the professional landscape, education and numerous other topics. We all learn and grow so much when we look at things through the lens of others, so this is a great opportunity to ref…

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Episode #58: Dawn & Brittany Schorg of Czech Feather & Down 45:29

2M ago45:29

45:29

On Today's Episode: Dawn and Brittany Schorg are the mother/daughter duo behind Czech Feather & Down, the Cedar Rapids-based bedding company that has been helping people get better sleep for over 100 years. Dawn and Brittany share with me how Czech Feather & Down started as a household business, how remaining small has given them their unique niche…

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117: Ankle Issues Demystified (with Whitney Lowe & Til Luchau) 56:56

2M ago56:56

56:56

🎙️Whitney Lowe and Til Luchau explore the complexities of ankle anatomy and stability, discussing everything from the mortise and tenon structure to valgus and varus alignments. Join them as they debate ligament injuries, nerve compression, and practical strategies for addressing ankle issues. Tune in for valuable insights into the importance of cl…

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116: Anatomy Trains Updated (with Tom Myers) 1:08:50

3M ago1:08:50

1:08:50

🎙️This episode of the Thinking Practitioner podcast features an in-depth interview with Tom Myers, author of the influential book Anatomy Trains. Host Til Luchau and Whitney Lowe discuss Tom's bodywork background, and how his goal of providing a holistic framework for understanding the body's fascial connections lead to the development of his "Anat…

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115: New Evidence: Can Massage Spread Cancer? (with Cathy Ryan & Erika Slocum) 55:34

3M ago55:34

55:34

🎙️Two new studies are re-opening the age-old discussion about whether massage is safe with clients with cancer. Til and Whitney review the new evidence, the implications, and discuss best practices with expert guests Cathy Ryan and Erika Slocum. 🔍🗣️👥🔊 Watch the video and get the full transcript of their conversation on Til or Whitney's sites: Til L…

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Episode #57: Naftaly Stramer and Ofer Sivan of Oasis Street Food and Falafel Restaurant 55:47

4M ago55:47

55:47

On Today's Episode: Nate sits down with Naftaly Stramer and Ofer Sivan, the founders of Oasis Street Food and Falafel Restaurant, the Iowa City staple serving and distributing Mediterranean food throughout the state since 2004. Naftaly and Ofer share their early experiences with Mediterranean food and how it inspired them to bring better experience…

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114: Movement Optimism (with Greg Lehman) 47:56

4M ago47:56

47:56

🎙️When we treat our client’s “problems,” are we really helping them? Or, would a more fundamental reframe yield better results? How do we help our clients (and ourselves) shift the usual viewpoints about pain, injury, and recovery? Whitney and Til catch up with physiotherapist and chiropractor Greg Lehman about the evolution of his influential “Rec…

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113: What Did Esalen Ever Do for Massage? (with Peggy & Lucia Horan) 53:40

4M ago53:40

53:40

🎙️It's no exaggeration to say that in the history of massage and bodywork, there was "before Esalen," and "after Esalen." Til & Whitney talk to Peggy Horan (senior Esalen Massage teacher) and her daughter Lucia (who grew up at Esalen) about their stories, the Esalen Institute, and its influence on how massage and bodywork are practiced and taught t…

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Episode #56: Generations of Athletic Directors (ft. Bob Bowlsby and Beth Goetz LIVE from Iowa Athletic Club) 55:43

4M ago55:43

55:43

On this special episode of Real Success, I sat down at the Iowa Athletic Club for a live podcast recording with Bob Bowlsby and Beth Goetz, who both have incredible careers in athletics and happen to represent two generations who have taken on the mantle as Athletic Director of the University of Iowa. Bob Bowlsby served as the fourth commissioner o…

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112: The San Diego Pain Summit (with Rajam Roose) 41:26

5M ago41:26

41:26

🎙️ Ten years ago, massage therapist Rajam Roose was curious about pain science. Seeing a need for an interdisciplinary conference focusing on the clinical applications of this emerging field, and took a leap and created what has become a regular event. The San Diego Pain Summit has continued to grow, and gets outstanding reviews from the many peopl…

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Pt. 2 - Adam Elizarraraz & Cam Pablo - Gable Price & Friends 43:55

5M ago43:55

43:55

Part 2 of our interview with Cam Pablo and Adam Elizarraraz. The guys continue to discuss life on the road and in the studio. We get into the specifics of collaborating with other artists in the recording process. Learn about Adam's new hobby of building pedals. Shocker... we want one of those Fuzz pedals! Then we dissect our 2023 Spotify Wrapped. …

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111. How Bodyworkers Can Explain Pain (with Lorimer Moseley) 53:56

5M ago53:56

53:56

🎙️Twelve years ago, Lorimer Moseley’s TEDx talk “Why Things Hurt” helped to catalyze profound changes in how pain is conceptualized, in our field and in many others. If we think about pain as protection, rather than as damage, it changes how we explain the improvements we see in hands-on work. Professor Moseley joins Til and Whitney to update us on…

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Pt. 1 - Adam Elizarraraz & Cam Pablo - Gable Price & Friends 48:57

5M ago48:57

48:57

Of course we were excited when Adam Elizarraraz and Cam Pablo responded to our request to have them on the show. These guys are responsible for some of the best guitar work in CCM today, and they're in the same band! We got deep into life on the road, their gear choices, and what's coming up next. This one went a little long when we began dissectin…

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Episode #55: Bill and Charlie Nusser, Hands Jewelers 46:57

5M ago46:57

46:57

"On today’s episode, I sit down with Bill and Charlie Nusser, the father and son duo behind Hands Jewelers, a venerable family-operated store in Iowa City providing jewelry, gems, and watches, for over 165 years. Bill and Charlie both share their respective stories about how they first joined the family business, how they navigate the line between …

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110: Hands-On the Nerves (with Gil Hedley) 54:28

6M ago54:28

54:28

🎙️ Anatomist extraordinaire Gil Hedley stops by to talk with Til and Whitney about nerves, dissection, bodywork, and what hands-on therapists can learn from his most recent project, the Nerve Tour. 🔍🗣️👥🔊 Watch the video and get the full transcript of their conversation on Til or Whitney's sites: Til Luchau’s Advanced-Trainings.com Whitney Lowe’s Ac…

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Justin Saladino - The Justin Saladino Band 51:51

6M ago51:51

51:51

Thanks again Justin Saladino for hanging out with us. We reached out to Justin after finding his live album and were blown away by his playing, song writing, and vocals. We chatted about his guitar journey from Toddler to Today. His love for Stratocasters. And his up and coming albums and tour plans. The outro song is the title track off of The Jus…

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109: Season 4 Highlights: Insights and Legacies 36:01

6M ago36:01

36:01

🎙️ Join us as we revisit the key moments of The Thinking Practitioner’s fourth season. This year, our esteemed guests shared both the latest research, and historical insights into the legacies that continue to shape our field. A heartfelt thanks to our amazing guests, sponsors, and to you, our audience—your support continues to drive the Thinking P…

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The Groove Brothers Promo 2:01

6M ago2:01

2:01

Looking for new bands. Interested in improving your guitar game. Justin and Ryan hang out with the guitarists and bassists learning about life on the road, in the recording studio, and what inspires their sound.By Justin Lehman and Ryan Pannel

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Patty PerShayla & Lucas Powell - Patty PerShayla & The Mayhaps 59:34

6M ago59:34

59:34

Here it is, our first episode. Patty Pershayla and Lucas Powell of Patty Pershayla & The Mayhaps hang out awhile and discuss their first bands, their move to Nashville, what it's like writing new songs, recording and touring, and of course... guitars and gear. The outro song is "Spill" off their newest album Perpetual Motion Machine. https://open.s…

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108: Trauma & Bodywork (with Peter Levine) 40:52

7M ago40:52

40:52

Legendary trauma pioneer Peter Levine PhD talks with Til Luchau about how bodyworkers might recognize trauma, and, how can they be most helpful with its effects. Along the way, Dr Levine reflects on topics such as his own training with Ida Rolf (the originator of Rolfing® Structural Integration), scope of practice considerations for bodyworkers, se…

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107: Knee Deep: Understanding Baker’s Cysts (with Whitney Lowe & Til Luchau) 40:52

7M ago40:52

40:52

Baker's cysts, the most common cyst behind the knee, affect about 20% of all people. When painful, they can limit mobility and impact quality of life. In this episode, Til interviews Whitney about what Baker’s cysts are, what we as hands-on therapists can do about them, and how we can broaden the lens about the benefits of our work. Watch the video…

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106: The Massage Therapy Foundation (with Adrienne Asta) 49:55

7M ago49:55

49:55

The Massage Therapy Foundation is a crucial organization for the growth and development of our profession. In this episode, Whitney talks with Adrienne Asta, current president of the Foundation. In this episode, they discuss: What are the different programs the Foundation runs? What is the role of the Foundation in our profession? Why is research i…

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105: Chronic Cough: the Prequel (with Walt Fritz and Ruth Werner) 37:04

8M ago37:04

37:04

Til Luchau and Ruth Werner talk with Walt Fritz PT, as they prepare for some hands-on work with Ruth's chronic cough. Listen in as these three powerhouse presenters discuss hands-on strategy, potential triggers, and psychosocial impacts related to chronic coughs. Ruth shares her personal experiences, emphasizing the challenges and similarities with…

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104: The Many (Cervical) Facets of Neck Pain (with Til Luchau & Whitney Lowe) 39:06

8M ago39:06

39:06

The neck's facet joints (or the harder-to-to pronounce and remember "zygapophyseal joints") are the primary articulations involved in cervical movement. They are commonly thought to be involved in a range of painful cervical conditions. What do manual and massage therapists need to know? What are some helpful ways to think about and work with these…

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103: Where the Profession Is Now (with Les Sweeney) 56:16

9M ago56:16

56:16

ABMP (the largest professional organization of massage therapists and bodyworkers in the USA) has just published the results of their regular survey of massage education programs, and it reveals some very interesting trends. Whitney discusses these and their implications with Les Sweeney, the CEO of the Professional Assist Corporation and President…

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Episode #54: Leslie Epstein, Owner of Your Tanning Bar 40:03

9M ago40:03

40:03

"On today’s episode, I sit down with Leslie Epstein, Owner and CEO of Your Tanning Bar, the airbrush tanning solution in Cedar Rapids, Coralville, and Bettendorf that provides a UV-free alternative to being bronze. Leslie shares how her father influenced her entrepreneurial spirit when she was young, the story of how tanning an entire sorority gave…

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102: Lessons Learned (with Susan Salvo) 55:57

9M ago55:57

55:57

Susan Salvo has been a key contributor to the advancement of the massage therapy profession in the U.S. and abroad. She has been a school owner, practitioner, author, researcher, educator, and legal expert witness. In this episode, we talk about many of these different paths she has traversed and some of the important lessons learned. We cover thes…

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101: Interprofessional Communication (with Lane Blondheim) 51:36

10M ago51:36

51:36

A crucial aspect of high-quality health care is communication between the individuals that deliver that care. In this episode Whitney talks with Lane Blondheim, a physical therapist in South Bend, Indiana about various challenges and opportunities for enhanced communication in the manual therapy fields. We cover these key points Common myths and mi…

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Episode #53: Cale, Justin, and Tim from Fun Not Fancy Restaurant Group 47:28

10M ago47:28

47:28

Cale Henderson, Tim Kindl, and Justin Zehr are three of the owners of Fun Not Fancy Restaurant Group, a collection of popular restaurants in Cedar Rapids and Marion. The group shares their unique origin story, the backwards way they approach their restaurant concepts, and how they navigate the modern challenges of restaurant ownership. They also di…

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100: Chronic Symptoms & Other Mysteries (with Ruth Werner & Til Luchau) 32:22

10M ago32:22

32:22

When Ruth Werner sought Til Luchau's hands-on help with a chronic symptom, they stopped by ABMP's Colorado studio for a fascinating discussion with Darren Buford and Kristin Coverly about what they were learning by working together. (This special episode is thanks to ABMP.) Get the full transcript of their conversation on Til or Whitney's sites: Ti…

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Episode #52: Doug Alberhasky, Owner of John's Grocery 35:27

11M ago35:27

35:27

On today’s episode, I sit down with Doug Alberhasky, third-generation Owner and Operator of John's Grocery. Doug shares what it was like growing up within the family business, the surprising ways the community has changed his life, and how selling imported beer reinvented John’s Grocery. Doug also digs into the exciting historical film he’s working…

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99: Wait, What? Fascial Stiffness & Pain (with Robert Schleip) 52:51

11M ago52:51

52:51

Tight tissue is more painful, right? And, helping bodies be less stiff makes them feel better, doesn’t it? Fascial researcher Robert Schleip shares new research that contradicts these commonly held (but rarely examined) assumptions, and helps us think through how we, as body therapy practitioners, can apply this new understanding to our work. Tune …

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98: Working in Professional Sports (with Brian Glotzbach) 59:12

11M ago59:12

59:12

Brian Glotzbach has been working with high-performance athletes and professional teams for three decades. Whitney talks with Brian about the unique facets of working as a massage therapist in this environment. Things we cover include: How to get started and make connections Speaking the language of the athletic staff What is unique about working wi…

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97: Back At It: Back Pain Revisited (with Stuart McGill) 1:04:10

12M ago1:04:10

1:04:10

Til Luchau and Whitney Lowe welcome back special guest Dr. Stuart McGill, a distinguished professor emeritus at the University of Waterloo and one of the world's leading experts in back pain and spine health. They discuss: • Common misconceptions about back pain • Stiffness and mobility in back pain, and the role of bodywork • Inflammatory factors …

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Episode 31: David Auchterlonie and Jeffrey Lehman, Authors of Running Out of Time, Wildfires & Our Imperiled Forests 36:41

12M ago36:41

36:41

The escalating frequency and severity of wildfires is a unprecedented crisis. Over the past decade, these devastating infernos have surged, leaving death and destruction in their wake and altering landscapes on a scale not seen since record keeping began. Auchterlonie and Lehman spent years of exhaustive study on the prevention and suppression of w…

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96: Curious Souls (with Aaron Alexander & Sue Hitzmann) 1:04:11

12M ago1:04:11

1:04:11

Sue Hitzmann and Aaron Alexander are curious about other people. So how do these two well-known interviewers exercise their curiosity and their "openness muscles?" And, how do they know when their openness is going too far? Listen in as we discuss what makes us feel each good, connecting our personal journeys to our professional work, and much more…

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Episode #51: Andrew Lehman, Tournament Director of the John Deere Classic 36:49

1y ago36:49

36:49

On Today's Episode: Nate sits down with Andrew Lehman, Tournament Director of the John Deere Classic, the annual professional golf tournament on the PGA Tour that takes place in the Quad Cities. Andrew shares information on his internship with the golf tournament and how he was in the right place at the right time, what it is like to have an engage…

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95: Learning to Learn (with Til Luchau & Whitney Lowe) 46:00

1y ago46:00

46:00

If we don’t learn, we’re doomed to the same results over and over. But sometimes, we get in the way of our own learning. Can we learn to be better learners? Til takes Whitney on an illustrated tour of some of his favorite obstacles to learning, and gets his help applying these to our work as hands-on practitioners. Get the slideshow-handout, watch …

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94: Contact Improvisation and Bodywork (with Alicia Grayson) 44:57

1y ago44:57

44:57

Til interviews Alicia Grayson, an expert practitioner and teacher of Contact Improvisation dance, about that form’s significance as an embodiment and movement practice. They explore its connection to other forms of movement and therapy, share their personal journeys, and discuss the similarities and differences between Contact Improv and hands-on b…

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Episode #50: Kirk Ferentz, Head Football Coach at the University of Iowa 59:02

1y ago59:02

59:02

On the 50th episode of the Real Success podcast, Nate sits down with Kirk Ferentz, Head Coach of the University of Iowa Football Team, a position he has held for 25 years. The two discuss how he has seen the landscape of football change since he started his career in the ‘80’s, how they continue to see big returns from small innovations, and how hi…

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93: Evidence-Informed Education (with Patti Shank) 58:09

1y ago58:09

58:09

Whitney talks with education specialist Patti Shank on what the current research tells us about the most effective methods of learning. In Episode 17 Til and Whitney talked about how massage and manual therapists chart their own path of learning, so here we talk to an education expert to help us figure out more about what makes a good learning expe…

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92: The Art of a Good Question (with Whitney Lowe & Til Luchau) 54:05

1y ago54:05

54:05

A good question is said to be the first half of knowing, and can make the difference between understanding each other, or operating on our own assumptions. Til Luchau and Whitney Lowe compare notes on some of their favorite questions to ask clients, mentors, and themselves, as well as principles that will help practitioners craft their own good que…

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Episode #49: Scott Keplinger, CEO of Intellisee 45:54

1y ago45:54

45:54

On today’s episode, Nate sits down with Scott Keplinger, CEO of Intellisee, the real-time artificial intelligence (AI) risk mitigation platform working to detect and mitigate threats before an incident occurs by using a company’s existing passive surveillance cameras. Scott shares with how his passion for businesses that solve REAL NEEDS has inform…

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91: Employer Blues (with Drew Freedman & Diane Matkowski) 1:11:04

1y ago1:11:04

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Employers are having a hard time finding therapists to hire. Like workers everywhere, massage and manual therapists' relationship to employment is different than it was a few years ago. Til and Whitney talk with independent clinic and spa owners Drew Freedman and Diane Matkowski about the trials, tribulations, and triumphs involved in this changing…

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90: Turning Down the Volume on Back Pain (with Whitney Lowe & Til Luchau) 1:03:11

1y ago1:03:11

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Back pain is incredibly common, and it can be incredibly puzzling. Whitney and Til discuss their respective views on causes, types, and effective manual therapy treatment strategies for turning down the volume on back pain. Check out the video, show notes, and full transcript on Til or Whitney's sites: Til Luchau’s Advanced-Trainings.com Whitney Lo…

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