In this episode of the Pain Free Athlete Podcast, host Dana Jones sits down with Lara Heimann, an international yoga pioneer, physical therapist, and founder of the LYT Method®. Together, they explore the critical role of movement, posture, and the body’s messages through pain. Lara shares her personal journey, the inspiration behind creating LYT Yoga, and her mission to bridge gaps in movement education while empowering people to connect more deeply with their bodies.

The conversation covers:

• The importance of understanding movement mechanics and posture in daily life
• How technology and modern lifestyles contribute to postural issues and chronic pain
• Lara’s approach to reframing pain as a valuable communication tool from the body
• The need for a more inclusive, functional, and sustainable approach to yoga
• Insights into the future of movement education and holistic health, especially for women

Lara’s expertise blends physiology, neurology, and functional movement, offering listeners actionable advice for living pain-free and feeling at home in their bodies.

About Lara Heimann

Lara Heimann is an internationally recognized yoga pioneer, Physical Therapist, and founder of the LYT Method®—a revolutionary approach to movement that integrates yoga, physical therapy, and functional movement. With a mission to help people move better, live pain-free, and optimize their well-being, Lara has trained thousands of students and teachers across 50+ countries. Her method, rooted in movement science and sustainable alignment, empowers individuals to build strength, prevent injury, and enhance longevity.

A sought-after expert in wellness and longevity, Lara has been featured in The Today Show, Inside Edition, Good Housekeeping, Shape, Well+Good, and more. She leads workshops worldwide and advocates for movement accessibility through initiatives like NYC’s Department of Transportation’s city-wide yoga events. With a deep commitment to holistic health, sustainability, and aging gracefully, Lara’s work continues to transform lives by redefining how we move and live.

Connect with Lara Heimann

Website:

• LYT Yoga: lytyoga.com

Social Media:

• Instagram: @lara.heimann
• Twitter: @laraheimann
• LinkedIn: Lara Heimann

LYT Method Socials:

• Instagram: @lytyogamethod
• Facebook: LYT Yoga Method
• YouTube: LYT Yoga

Special Offer

Try 5 Weeks on the LYT Platform for $5 with code: MOVEBETTER

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.

In this episode, host Dana Jones sits down with Thomas Olsen, founder of Embodied Health Physiotherapy, to explore the evolving landscape of online physiotherapy. Thomas shares his expertise on how virtual care can be just as effective as in-person sessions, and discusses the personalized approach he takes to ensure each patient receives a treatment plan tailored to their unique needs. The conversation covers the critical role of movement in recovery, the importance of interpreting pain and scan results correctly, and practical ways to use everyday items for rehabilitation. Thomas also addresses the global impact of chronic pain and advocates for making physiotherapy accessible and affordable for all.

Tom's Bio: I am Thomas Olsen and I am the Director and Lead Physiotherapist at EmbdyHealth Physiotherapy. I hold a Bachelor of Exercise and Sports Science from Charles Sturt University and a Bachelor of Physiotherapy from Western Sydney University.I have a deep passion for helping people move better and live pain-free, I founded EmbdyHealth to make high-quality physiotherapy more accessible through telehealth. I believe that expert care shouldn’t be limited by location, and through online physiotherapy, I can ensure that patients receive effective, evidence-based treatment from the comfort of their homes. My goal is to empower individuals to take control of their recovery and long-term health with practical, tailored solutions. I believe that physiotherapy is currently too expensive and too focused on manual treatments, that, while effective, can be done in other ways, or substituted with other pain-relieving techniques. I believe telehealth, or online physio can reduce many of the barriers to health that are currently present in the profession.

Website: onlinephysio.au

Work Email: thomas@embdyhealth.com

Instagram: @embdyhealth_physiotherapy

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/embdyhealthphysiotherapy

My main areas of interest in terms of chronic pain are:

• Low grade chronic systemic inflammation and its role in chronic pain + how to change some of our lifestyle factors to reduce this
• How opioid medications can lead to an increase in your pain
• How physio and other health disciplines can help people with chronic pain

• Dana’s Links:

  https://www.djsfitnessevolution.com/painfreeathlete.html

  
  

  
  

  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.

In this episode of the Pain Free Athlete Podcast, host Dana Jones speaks with chronic pain specialist Katie Rothwell about her personal journey with chronic pain and the development of the Beat Pain Method. The conversation explores the multifaceted approach to pain management, including the importance of understanding the mind-body connection, tailored therapies, and the emotional burdens often faced by mothers. Katie shares success stories from her clients, illustrating the transformative power of her method, which combines neuroscience, nutrition, and movement to empower individuals to live pain-free lives.

Katie's Bio:

Katie Rothwell is a pain coach and therapist who specialises in helping people overcome chronic pain using her very own BEAT pain approach - which stands for Brain, Energy, Activity and Therapy - this approach integrates pain education, nervous system calming, nutritional advice, sleep optimisation, and activity all designed to help one overcome pain. She came to this approach through her own journey of chronic back pain and a diagnosis of degenerative disc disease at age 30 along with her experience of working as a sports massage therapist and craniosacral therapist for 12 years. BEAT pain includes everything that has helped her and her clients to break free from pain. She helps people move past fear of movement to reclaim joy in their lives. Her work aligns closely with the mind-body approach and bridges the gap between science and self compassion in healing.

Katie's Links:

https://katierothwell.co.uk/

info@katierothwell.co.uk

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.