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🎯 Key points for quick navigation: 00:00:10 *🏋️ Neel is dealing with back, butt, and sciatica pain after an L5 S1 disc extrusion and is aiming to return to bodybuilding and cycling.* 00:00:39 *🤔 The video will explore strategies to help Neel become pain-free and regain physical activity.* 00:00:53 *💉 Neel has tried multiple treatments with little improvement and is struggling with social activities due to pain.* 00:02:05 *🔄 Dr. Charlie explains that understanding when it's safe to resume activities involves listening to your body and brain feedback.* 00:02:48 *🧠 Your brain decides safety by quickly assessing whether an activity like cycling feels safe or not.* 00:06:14 *🚴 Neel's brain signals that cycling 20 miles is unsafe, but 2 miles is potentially safe, showing a spectrum of perceived safety.* 00:09:02 *💪 Upper body exercises are perceived as less threatening, so Neel should start with arms, shoulders, and chest in the gym.* 00:10:54 *🏋️ Dr. Charlie suggests that Neel visit the gym to gradually rebuild confidence through safe exercises.* 00:14:53 *🦵 Squats should feel safer to Neel due to a yummy knee-to-chest motion, unlike deadlifts which are more intimidating due to them mimicking a leg raise.* 00:17:29 *🪑 Isometric hover squats are a suggested starting point for Neel to ease into squats with minimal joint movement and fear.* 19:42 *🧹 Begin with unweighted practice using a broomstick to ensure safe movement patterns before adding weight.* 20:37 *🏋️ Plan to reintroduce key exercises like squats and bench presses in the coming weeks, tailored to individual progress.* 21:06 *🎛️ Use measurement tools, like scales and levels, as analogies to monitor progress and avoid flare-ups.* 21:59 *🩺 Utilize "yucky motions" as a way to gauge movement quality and detect potential issues during workouts.* 23:24 *🤔 Be aware of psychological factors, such as fear, that could amplify perceived pain after activity.* 25:02 *📈 Track improvements or consistency in movement quality as indicators of safe exercise progression.* 25:57 *🚀 Use learned strategies to maintain self-sustainability and manage pain issues preemptively.* 26:24 *🌟 Video offers insights into managing back and leg problems using mind-body approaches, emphasizing self-management tools.* Made with HARPA AI
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Thanks Charlie! I love the thought process and how you explain it:)
Thanks for watching Nadia! Do you have any specific questions for me?
Hi Charle. More talking more recovery. More the stress and More the tension More the complication. Especially the Lumber pain.
It sounds obvious when you explain it; a hallmark of great advice. Thanks for sharing this!
You're very welcome! Let me know if you have any questions!
Great stuff!
Thanks Dallin! Appreciate it!
🎯 Key points for quick navigation:
00:00:10 *🏋️ Neel is dealing with back, butt, and sciatica pain after an L5 S1 disc extrusion and is aiming to return to bodybuilding and cycling.*
00:00:39 *🤔 The video will explore strategies to help Neel become pain-free and regain physical activity.*
00:00:53 *💉 Neel has tried multiple treatments with little improvement and is struggling with social activities due to pain.*
00:02:05 *🔄 Dr. Charlie explains that understanding when it's safe to resume activities involves listening to your body and brain feedback.*
00:02:48 *🧠 Your brain decides safety by quickly assessing whether an activity like cycling feels safe or not.*
00:06:14 *🚴 Neel's brain signals that cycling 20 miles is unsafe, but 2 miles is potentially safe, showing a spectrum of perceived safety.*
00:09:02 *💪 Upper body exercises are perceived as less threatening, so Neel should start with arms, shoulders, and chest in the gym.*
00:10:54 *🏋️ Dr. Charlie suggests that Neel visit the gym to gradually rebuild confidence through safe exercises.*
00:14:53 *🦵 Squats should feel safer to Neel due to a yummy knee-to-chest motion, unlike deadlifts which are more intimidating due to them mimicking a leg raise.*
00:17:29 *🪑 Isometric hover squats are a suggested starting point for Neel to ease into squats with minimal joint movement and fear.*
19:42 *🧹 Begin with unweighted practice using a broomstick to ensure safe movement patterns before adding weight.*
20:37 *🏋️ Plan to reintroduce key exercises like squats and bench presses in the coming weeks, tailored to individual progress.*
21:06 *🎛️ Use measurement tools, like scales and levels, as analogies to monitor progress and avoid flare-ups.*
21:59 *🩺 Utilize "yucky motions" as a way to gauge movement quality and detect potential issues during workouts.*
23:24 *🤔 Be aware of psychological factors, such as fear, that could amplify perceived pain after activity.*
25:02 *📈 Track improvements or consistency in movement quality as indicators of safe exercise progression.*
25:57 *🚀 Use learned strategies to maintain self-sustainability and manage pain issues preemptively.*
26:24 *🌟 Video offers insights into managing back and leg problems using mind-body approaches, emphasizing self-management tools.*
Made with HARPA AI
Great. How is your brother doing?
Thanks Pete! Off the vent and building his strength back up! Appreciate you asking and your support- 🙏. Also, thanks for watching!