Pain-Free Knees, Low Back, and Shoulders for Training LONGEVITY (Dr. John Rusin) | Ep 388

Get John’s new book Pain-Free Performance : Move Better, Train Smarter, and Build an Unbreakable Body — Knees sore? Back tight? Shoulders giving out? You’re not broken, you’re just missing the system your body was built on. I talk with Dr. John Rusin, an internationally recognized strength coach, physical therapist, and author of Pain-Free Performance, about how to train hard without breaking down. John reveals why your knees, back, and shoulders fail together, and how the "pillar" (your hips, core, and shoulders) holds the key to lasting strength. We cover breathing and bracing for stability, rebuilding your deadlift safely, and the movement mistakes that cause chronic pain. You’ll learn how to train smarter, move better, and build real resilience so you can lift for life, not just the next program. Today, you’ll learn all about: 0:00 – Intro 2:43 – The pillar that powers pain-free strength 4:19 – Breathing and bracing the right way 8:22 – How to train hard without breaking down 11:42 – The mistakes keeping you in pain 16:38 – Why perfect form isn’t one size fits all 19:26 – How to find your ideal squat setup 27:32 – The deadlift myth that’s hurting your back 41:12 – Why lunges are your secret weapon 51:00 – Shoulder pain fixes that actually work Episode resources: Pain-Free Performance (John’s new book) Dr. John Rusin’s website: drjohnrusin.com Dr. John Rusin on Instagram: @drjohnrusin Dr. John Rusin on Youtube: @johnrusin3229 Support the show 📱 Get Fitness Lab - Philip’s science-based AI app for fat loss, muscle building, and strength training for people over 40. It adapts to your nutrition, recovery, and training to improve body composition without guesswork. 🎓 Try Physique University - Evidence-based nutrition coaching and strength training to help you lose fat, build muscle, and master your metabolism with support and accountability (free custom nutrition plan with code FREEPLAN ). 👥 Join our Facebook community - Free fat loss, muscle building, and body recomposition strategies for adults over 40 who want practical, science-backed fitness guidance. 👋 Ask a question or find Philip Pape on Instagram