The Pain Free Athlete Podcast cover art

The Pain Free Athlete Podcast

The Pain Free Athlete Podcast

By: Dana Jones
Listen for free

About this listen

Ready to break free from pain and take control of your recovery? Whether you're bouncing back from surgery or simply want to stay active without discomfort, this is the place for you! I'll share proven tips and strategies to help you move safely and confidently while working out. Plus, you’ll hear from top experts in fitness, rehabilitation, and pain management who are here to inspire and empower your journey to a pain-free, active lifestyle. Let’s get started!Dana Jones Hygiene & Healthy Living
Episodes
  • Fix Your Foundation for Performance (ep 128)
    Feb 13 2026

    In this episode of the Pain Free Athlete Podcast, host Dana Jones interviews Dr. Brett Hill, a chiropractor and entrepreneur who specializes in posture, movement, and brain health. Dr. Hill shares his journey from a small chiropractic practice to creating an online program that helps individuals improve their posture and overall health. The conversation covers common posture faults, their impact on performance, and practical tips for improving posture. Dr. Hill emphasizes the importance of foundational posture and offers simple exercises to help listeners become more aware of their body alignment.



    Dr Brett Hill:


    Dr. Brett Hill, founder of YourPostureProgram.com and Xperience Life Chiropractic, is a chiropractor, entrepreneur, and speaker redefining how we think about posture, movement, and brain health. Starting from a 200-square-foot room with no patients, he built a thriving clinic and later created an online posture program that delivers the same life-changing results from anywhere in the world. Through practical, effective, and easy-to-apply strategies, Dr. Hill helps people reduce pain, improve alignment, and enhance overall well-being. His mission is to empower individuals to look, feel, and function better by addressing the root cause of many health challenges—their posture.


    Brett’s Links:



    https://www.xperiencechiropractic.ca/posture-balance-therapy/

    www.yourpostureprogram.com

    https://www.yourpostureprogram.com/videos




    Dana’s Links:

    ⁠⁠https://www.painfreeathletepodcast.com⁠⁠ (https://www.painfreeathletepodcast.com/)


    ⁠⁠10 Day Journaling Journey⁠⁠ (https://form.jotform.com/232737566904162)


    Podcast Disclaimer:

    The Pain-Free Podcast is presented solely for general information, education, and entertainment purposes. Any information presented in this podcast is not intended as a substitute for the advice of a physician, psychotherapist, or other qualified professional diagnosis. The use of information on this podcast or materials linked from this podcast or website is at the user’s own risk. As always, users should not disregard or delay obtaining medical advice for any medical or mental health condition that they may have and should seek the assistance of their healthcare professionals for any such conditions.

    Show More Show Less
    25 mins
  • Feeling to Heal: The Mind-Body Connection in Pain Recovery (ep 127)
    Feb 6 2026

    In this episode of the Pain Free Athlete Podcast, host Dana Jones speaks with Dr. Erin Brunelle, a mind-body physical therapist and pain recovery coach. They explore the integration of emotional awareness in physical therapy, the importance of safety in healing, and how understanding emotions as bodily sensations can aid in pain recovery. Dr. Brunelle shares her journey into mind-body therapy, emphasizing the need for curiosity and a shift in perspective regarding pain and healing.


    About Erin:

    Erin is a Mindbody Physical Therapist and Pain Recovery Coach specializing in helping people learn how to work with their bodies to effectively address chronic pain and illness. Erin has a background in orthopedic physical therapy, yoga, and CrossFit, bringing a deep appreciation for movement and therapeutic exercise to the mindbody space. She also has a penchant for exploring the subconscious forces that shape our physical symptoms, incorporating tools such as Depth Hypnosis, Reiki, and Pain Reprocessing Therapy to support embodied and lasting change. Erin provides services virtually across the globe, and in-person in beautiful Tucson, Arizona.

    Website: https://www.alchemyphysio.com/

    Instagram: alchemy_physio


    Dana’s Links:⁠⁠https://www.painfreeathletepodcast.com⁠⁠⁠⁠10 Day Journaling Journey⁠⁠Podcast Disclaimer:The Pain-Free Podcast is presented solely for general information, education, and entertainment purposes. Any information presented in this podcast is not intended as a substitute for the advice of a physician, psychotherapist, or other qualified professional diagnosis. The use of information on this podcast or materials linked from this podcast or website is at the user’s own risk. As always, users should not disregard or delay obtaining medical advice for any medical or mental health condition that they may have and should seek the assistance of their healthcare professionals for any such conditions.



    Show More Show Less
    23 mins
  • The Truth About Getting Fit Late (Ep 126)
    Jan 30 2026

    About Jim:


    James P. Owen is an 85-year-old best-selling author, documentary film producer and recovering couch potato. His book, Just Move! A New Approach to Fitness After 50, was published in 2017 by National Geographic, and was named one of the year’s top five books on healthy aging by The Wall Street Journal. Two of his documentary films, The Art of Aging Well and SuperAgers: Growing Old, Living Young, aired on PBS nationwide and can be streamed at pbs.org. His newest film, The Virtuous Circle: The Key to a Healthier, Happier Life, will be airing on PBS in early 2026. Jim was a participant in the 2024 California Senior Games, held in San Diego, entering ten fitness events in the 80-to-84 age category. He won ten gold medals – the first competitor in any age bracket to do so.


    Jim’s Work:


    • Recently featured in Parade Magazine for his fitness routine at 85 y.o.
    • Author of Just Move! (recognized by The Wall Street Journal as a top healthy aging read)
    • PBS documentary filmmaker (SuperAgers: Growing Old, Living Young and an upcoming documentary named The Virtuous Circle)


    https://becomingasuperager.com/meet-jim-owen/


    Dana’s Links:

    ⁠⁠https://www.painfreeathletepodcast.com⁠⁠


    ⁠⁠10 Day Journaling Journey⁠⁠


    Podcast Disclaimer:

    The Pain-Free Podcast is presented solely for general information, education, and entertainment purposes. Any information presented in this podcast is not intended as a substitute for the advice of a physician, psychotherapist, or other qualified professional diagnosis. The use of information on this podcast or materials linked from this podcast or website is at the user’s own risk. As always, users should not disregard or delay obtaining medical advice for any medical or mental health condition that they may have and should seek the assistance of their healthcare professionals for any such conditions.




    Show More Show Less
    31 mins
No reviews yet
In the spirit of reconciliation, Audible acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respect to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today.