#190 Rethinking Pain and Rehabilitation Through Strength Training with Dr. Michael Mash

Mar 18, 2025

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Welcome back to another insightful episode of the Nutrition and Life podcast! Today, we delve deep into the intersection of strength training and rehabilitation with Dr. Michael Mash from Barbell Rehab. With his wealth of experience in physical therapy and passion for strength training, Dr. Mash unpacks the powerful role of lifting in improving overall health, tackling chronic pain, and enhancing rehabilitation.

Join us as we explore the common misconceptions about pain and exercise, the importance of programmed strength training in recovery, and practical approaches to managing both acute and chronic pain. Dr. Mash also shares invaluable insights into his Barbell Rehab Certification, designed to fill the knowledge gap between personal trainers and physical therapists.

Sit back, relax, and get ready to transform the way you look at pain management and exercise through the lens of strength training. Let’s dive in!

Timestamp Overview:

[00:00] - Introduction
[00:01:24] - Dr. Michael Mash's Journey into Physical Therapy
[00:02:21] - Differentiating Chronic Pain and Acute Pain
[00:04:53] - Debunking Common Myths About Low Back Pain
[00:07:26] - Rethinking Core Weakness and Back Pain
[00:13:17] - Understanding Pain's Multifactorial Nature
[00:15:36] - The Role of Dosage in Exercising with Pain
[00:18:03] - Small Form Tweaks and Pain Management for Clients
[00:27:11] - Overview of Barbell Rehab Certification
[00:31:57] - Practical Application and Client-Adaptive Strategies

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Instagram: @barbellrehab https://www.instagram.com/barbellrehab/
Website: https://barbellrehab.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/michael.mash.33/

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