In this episode of the Pain Free Athlete Podcast, host Dana Jones speaks with Rachel Heath-Porsz, founder of Rebound Athletic, about her journey with long COVID and how it inspired her to create a movement coaching platform for those with chronic illnesses. Rachel shares her personal experiences, the emotional challenges of losing her athletic identity, and the mind-body techniques that aided her recovery. The conversation emphasizes the importance of empathy in coaching, the skepticism surrounding alternative healing methods, and the integration of traditional and alternative approaches to health. Rachel explains the structure of her programs designed to help clients safely rebuild strength and fitness while fostering a supportive community.
Rachael's Links:
https://www.rebound-athletic.com
Dana’s Links:
https://www.painfreeathletepodcast.com
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.
Popular Podcasts
On Purpose with Jay Shetty
I’m Jay Shetty host of On Purpose the worlds #1 Mental Health podcast and I’m so grateful you found us. I started this podcast 5 years ago to invite you into conversations and workshops that are designed to help make you happier, healthier and more healed. I believe that when you (yes you) feel seen, heard and understood you’re able to deal with relationship struggles, work challenges and life’s ups and downs with more ease and grace. I interview experts, celebrities, thought leaders and athletes so that we can grow our mindset, build better habits and uncover a side of them we’ve never seen before. New episodes every Monday and Friday. Your support means the world to me and I don’t take it for granted — click the follow button and leave a review to help us spread the love with On Purpose. I can’t wait for you to listen to your first or 500th episode!
The Joe Rogan Experience
The official podcast of comedian Joe Rogan.
Stuff You Should Know
If you've ever wanted to know about champagne, satanism, the Stonewall Uprising, chaos theory, LSD, El Nino, true crime and Rosa Parks, then look no further. Josh and Chuck have you covered.