Join Alex as he sits down with longtime colleague Anders Totten, a structural integration bodywork therapist specializing in Tom Myers' Anatomy Trains approach. Anders shares his journey from massage school in Madison, Wisconsin to becoming a deep student of fascial work and structural integration. This conversation explores the fascinating world of fascia, from Ida Rolf's pioneering work in the 1940s-50s to cutting-edge research being presented at the upcoming Fascia Congress in New Orleans.The discussion covers the collaborative nature of structural integration work, the profound experiences Anders had in cadaver labs touching actual anatomy trains, and the emerging connections between fascial work and emotional regulation through the nervous system. Anders reflects on his training with Polish bodywork wizard Jarek Kakowski and shares mystical experiences from working with cadavers, including the profound sensations of holding different organs.Throughout the conversation, both practitioners emphasize the importance of cross-disciplinary collaboration in somatic work, moving beyond tribal thinking to embrace the convergence of fascial research, polyvagal theory, and embodied trauma healing approaches.Ready to dive deeper into the world of structural integration and fascial healing? Listen to the complete conversation to hear Anders' full journey and insights into this transformative bodywork approach.Key Highlights: 00:01 - Background introductions05:00 - Ida Rolf origins09:00 - Osteopathic influences12:00 - Gravity field philosophy16:00 - Tom Myers introduction20:00 - Anatomy trains criticism23:00 - Cadaver lab experiences26:00 - Mystical organ touching33:00 - Structural integration approach39:00 - First session process44:00 - Fascia Congress preview49:00 - Emotional fascia research56:00 - Interdisciplinary collaboration60:00 - Future directionsLinks & ResourcesBook a call with Anders: https://www.redbeardsomatictherapy.com/team/anders-totten Tom Myers' Anatomy TrainsRolf InstituteLaboratories for Anatomical Enlightenment (Boulder)Fascia Research Congress (New Orleans)Robert Schleip's researchStephen Porges and Polyvagal TheoryJohn F. Barnes Myofascial ReleaseFind us Online: Sign up for our newsletter to learn more about the power of embodiment:https://www.redbeardsomatictherapy.com/Follow us on social media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RedBeardSomaticTherapyInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/redbeardsomatictherapyLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexandermgreene

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