SHARC Doc Talk: Pain Free Doesn't Mean Prepared

28/07/2025 51 min

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Episode Synopsis

In this episode, we dive into the ever-popular question: "When can I get back to working out normally?"—and why that answer isn’t always as simple as “when the pain is gone.”Just because you’re pain-free doesn’t mean you’re ready to jump back into your usual routine. We’ll explain why pain is only one part of the recovery puzzle, and how strength, stability, and movement quality all play a bigger role in a safe, long-term return.You’ll learn how to modify workouts without losing progress, how to listen to your body without second-guessing every move, and why rushing back too soon often leads to setbacks.🔹 Key Topics:Why pain-free doesn’t mean healedWhat "normal" should look like post-injuryHow to test your readiness without re-injuring yourselfThe importance of a progressive plan, not a guessHow to return smarter, not just fasterLet’s move past the pain = go mentality and start building a real comeback plan.

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