The biblical training week: Finding a path to aging well  As I approach my eighth decade my goal is to remain able as long as possible. As a younger man my training emphasized strength, and to a lesser extent cardiovascular health. I did not need mobility. With more miles on my body, my training has […] The post The biblical training week: Finding a path to aging well appeared first on backfitpro ..read more

Dr. Stuart McGill: Build a Strong, Pain-Proof Back – Huberman Lab Dr Andrew Huberman interviews Professor McGill in this episode that brings out discussions on the full biopsychosocial spectrum as it relates to the cause, prevention and treatment of the symptom of back pain. The post Dr. Stuart McGill: Build a Strong, Pain-Proof Back – Huberman Lab appeared first on backfitpro ..read more

I have been an exercise freak all my life. But still, aged 60, I sprint up hills, jump on boxes, run 10km and lift heavy weights without any joint issues. I’ve never been one for stretching, and I was put off yoga: yet, so far, it’s all worked out. Having spoken to the health and fitness experts, I’m firmly of the belief that my joints have been protected by one thing: my own colossal mediocrity. I wasn’t picked for any school teams, and have no particular drive to be the best, break records or find the limits of my capability – I have plodded happily through slow 7km jogs and unremarkable set ..read more

#495 The Dhru Purohit Show: The Root Cause Of Back Pain Decreasing Your Lifespan – Fix This To Stay Young Dhru and Dr. Stuart McGill delve deep into back pain. Dr. McGill shares insights into why back pain is so prevalent, dispels myths surrounding it, and discusses the types of repetitive stress and strain that can lead to chronic pain. He also outlines his approach to treating back pain and highlights the limitations clinicians face in treating their patients. The post The Root Cause Of Back Pain Decreasing Your Lifespan – Fix This To Stay Young appeared first on backfitpro ..read more

139. Setting The Record Straight (Part 1) w/ Stu McGill – The E3 Rehab Podcast Stuart describes why spinal disc adaptation is very limited, why he is careful with programming deadlifts following back injury and many other topics in this address of criticism following the podcast with Dr Peter Attia. We dove into a variety of topics including: deadlifting in older adults, promoting resilience, disc bulges, adapting exercises for specific needs, lumbar flexion, and much more. The post Setting The Record Straight (Part 1) w/ Stu McGill – The E3 Rehab Podcast appeared first on backfitpro ..read more

287 ‒ Lower back pain: causes, treatment, and prevention of lower back injuries and pain In this episode, Stuart engages in a deep exploration of lower back pain, starting with the anatomy of the lower back, the workings of the spine, the pathophysiology of back pain, and areas of vulnerability. He challenges the concept of nonspecific back pain, emphasizing the importance of finding a causal relationship between injury and pain. Stuart highlights compelling case studies of the successful treatment of complex cases of lower back pain, reinforcing his conviction that nobody needs to suffer end ..read more

Ep. 195: Ruck & Roll: The Complete Guide – Eat Move Think Rucking, or wearing a weighted “rucksack” while walking or jogging, originated as a practical form of fitness hundreds of years ago. It started as a training technique to prepare soldiers to carry their gear long distances—and lately, civilians are praising its health benefits too. The hashtag #rucking currently has 23 million views on TikTok, and the versatile activity has been covered by experts like Peter Attia and Michael Easter. Here, get the rundown on rucking and whether it’s right for you, with Move Host Dr. Andrew Miners a ..read more

Part One: Back Pain with a little Sex – The Pain Pod Did you ever put on some Marvin Gaye for a little hanky-panky and end up screwing your back instead? Listen to Professor Stuart McGill talk about the world’s only research he completed with live back-pained couples and Avatar technology to discover how to have sex without triggering back pain! YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yJolu5gEGqs Spotify https://open.spotify.com/ iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/part-one-back-pain-with-a-little-sex/id1557962304?i=1000636956780 The post Part One: Back Pain with a little Sex – The ..read more

Dr. Stuart McGill explains the McGill Approach Our guest is Dr. Stuart McGill, PT, PhD. Stuart is a Distinguished Professor Emeritus (after 32 years at the University of Waterloo, Canada) who authored over 240 scientific journal papers, and 4 books and mentored over 40 graduate students during this scientific journey. Investigations in the laboratory, training center, and back pain experimental research clinic probed back injury and pain mechanisms, rehabilitation approaches, and performance training. YouTube: https://youtu.be/rTX7MIQHKbk?si=cN6jhZVlwbRacy6a Spotify https://open.spotify.com/ i ..read more

Fascinating Fascia, the Knee and the Neck Webinar Series Session 2: Fascinating Fascia 50 years of clinical experience in fascia with Tom Myers and Dr. Stu McGill Sunday, October 15, 2023 ~ 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM EDT • Sign-Up Here Join in with two fascial pioneers, discussing their respective discoveries in the fast-evolving world of fascia, gleaned from Tom’s 50-year career in fascial education and manual therapy, and Stu’s decades of academic and clinical revelations that have transformed the field of elite training and rehabilitation. From Tom: As a clinician, not a researcher, my journ ..read more