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  • BFM 50: Biomechanics with Dr Benno Nigg
    Mar 16 2022

    In this episode Paul, The Barefoot Podiatrist talks with Dr Benno Nigg, who is a world renowned Biomechanist and is a co-director of the Human Performance Lab at the University of Calgary.

    Dr Benno Nigg discusses how he accidentally fell into biomechanics research as well as chatting about the amazing long standing career he has had.

    You will learn about Dr Benno’s thoughts on pronation and whether it is a good/bad thing, as well as whether it is something we should be altering.

    Also in this episode, you will hear about topics such as orthotics, footwear, ankle stability and gait biomechanics.

    Dr Nigg is a wealth of knowledge and gives some great insight into biomechanics of the lower limb as well as giving some practical ideas to help you improving your own lower limb biomechanics to improve performance and aid in reducing injuries.

    For more information be sure to check out www.thebarefootmovement.com.au

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    54 min
  • BFM 49: Mobo Boards with founder Jay Dicharry
    Dec 15 2021

    In this episode, Paul The Barefoot Podiatrist chats with  Jay Dicharry.

    Jay is a physical therapist, researcher, teacher, author of Running Rewired and Anatomy for Runners, and founder and CEO of MOBO. He teaches internationally to clinicians and coaches to elevate the standard of care, and is widely published in gait research literature.  Jay’s passion is to find a better way to build better athletes, and his innovative approach blurs the lines between injury prevention and performance optimization. He consults with athletes across the world, the running and cycling industry, USA Track + Field, USA Triathlon, and the US Armed Forces, to find solutions and push the needle.

    Tune in to hear Jay discuss the importance of biomechanics for injury prevention for multiple sports and in everyday life.

    Paul and Jay also discuss topics such as gait analysis, healthy footwear choice and the importance of a strong and functional big toe.

    You will also hear about the Mobo board and learn about its benefits and uses.

    For more information on the Mobo boards – click here

    Check out www.thebarefootmovement.com.au For Mobo Boards in Australia

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    1 h et 2 min
  • BFM 48: The Emotional Body with Jeff Shub The Urban Barefoot
    Nov 9 2021

    In this episode, Paul The Barefoot Podiatrist chats with Jeff Shub from The Urban Barefoot.

    Listen in to hear Jeff’s Story and how he became interested in Foot Health and The Barefoot Movement.

    You will also hear about the current work Jeff is doing in regards to the emotional body, to improve your connection and put you back in control of your emotions.

    Jeff also explains how bottling up our emotional body can result in physical ailments, and how tapping back into allowing our emotions to flow can have a healing effect on both the physical and mental aspects of our body.

    For more on Jeff Shub, or to follow his work and his journey be sure to follow him on Instagram @theurbanbarefoot

    Jeff is also running both in-person and online events which are definitely worth checking out.

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    1 h et 6 min
  • BFM 47: Kinesio Tape with Steve Stahl
    Jul 13 2021

    In this episode, Paul The Barefoot Podiatrist chats with Physiotherapist Steve Stahl from Rocktape Australia.

    Paul and Steve discuss kinesio tape, fascial scraping and cupping and how they can benefit your foot and movement health.

    You will learn what each of these therapies are, how they can be used to treat different conditions or aid performance.

    For more information on Rocktape, Rockblades and Rockpods or for information on Rocktape courses checkout www.rocktape.com.au

    Follow @rocktapeaustralia for product and course updates

    For consults with Paul The Barefoot Podiatrist go to www.thebarefootmovement.com.au

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    1 h et 10 min
  • BFM 46: Feelgrounds with Raphael Zimmer
    Jun 30 2021

    In this episode Paul Thompson, The Barefoot Podiatrist chats with Raphael Zimmer from Feelgrounds Footwear.

    Tune in to hear about the Feelgrounds story, the features and benefits of Feelgrounds footwear as well as the different styles offered by Feelgrounds.

    Paul also discusses his own experiences with Feelgrounds footwear and Raphael lets us in on a secret new style that is being released soon.

    Follow @feelgrounds on social media

    for more information on Feelgrounds and for footwear purchases – CLICK HERE

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    48 min
  • BFM 45: Reviewing Barefoot Shoes with Anya Jensen
    Jun 24 2021

    In this episode Paul Thompson, The Barefoot Podiatrist chats with Anya From Anya’s Reviews.

    Listen in to find out how Anya’s  health issues led her to discover barefoot shoes. You will also learn how Anya got into reviewing shoes as well as learning about current shoe options for all sorts of occasions, such as kids shoes and work boots.

    This episode is full of great information about barefoot shoe options and how to track down the right pair for your feet.

    To follow what Anya is up to on social media, be sure to check out:https://www.instagram.com/anyasreviews/https://www.facebook.com/anyasreviewshttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCJOX9b_oojDzit600t3ORAhttps://www.pinterest.com/anyasreviews/

    To help navigate your way through Healthier footwear options go to:

    https://anyasreviews.com/

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    1 h et 2 min
  • BFM 44: The Shirtless Dude – Andrew Dettelbach
    May 27 2021

    In this episode, The Barefoot Podiatrist chats with The Shirtless Dude and founder of Whealth, Andrew Dettelbach.

    Andrew is a movement influencer who has helped reach millions of people to create awareness around healthy movement.

    Tune in to hear about Andrew’s journey, including the previous injuries that helped him learn to move smarter and with more awareness and control.

    You will also hear Andrew talk about his personal experience with the hypermobility condition known as Ehlers- Danlos syndrome and how he has learned to manage the condition naturally.

    You will learn about Andrew’s exciting new Whealth Limitless program and much more about creating control over how you move to reduce pain.

    To find out more about Andrews new health programs be sure to check out www.spreadwhealth.com

    Follow Andrews social media:

    @the.shirtlessdude

    @spreadwhealth

    For more movement videos check out Andrew here  on YouTube

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    56 min
  • BFM 43: The Foot Collective with Nick St Louis
    May 5 2021

    In this episode Paul, The Barefoot Podiatrist chats with the founder of The Foot Collective, Nick St Louis.

    Tune in to hear how The Foot Collective got started and about some projects they are currently working on.

    You will also hear about foot health principles, the importance of play, how shoes affect our feet and how balance beams can be a great tool in restoring foot and hip health, as well as much more.

    For more information on The Foot Collective check out https://www.thefootcollective.com

    Be sure to follow The Foot Collective on social media @thefootcollective

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    1 h et 31 min