# Ep 356 - Pain-Free Training (ft. Dr. John Rusin)

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Published: 2025-12-03T18:15:00+00:00
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## Resource

In this episode of Iron Culture, Eric Trexler interviews Dr. John Rusin, a personal trainer and strength coach with a doctorate in physical therapy. They discuss Dr. Rusin's journey from working with professional athletes to focusing on general population training, emphasizing the importance of injury prevention and pain management. Dr. Rusin shares insights from his new book, 'Pain-Free Performance,' which outlines foundational movement patterns and the significance of individualization in training. The conversation highlights the need for a well-rounded approach to fitness that prioritizes health and longevity alongside performance. If you're in the market for some lifting gear or apparel, be sure to check out EliteFTS.com (as use our code "MRR10" for a 10% discount) If you want to check out Dr. Rusin's new book, app, or coaching services, check out these links: https://www.amazon.com/Pain-Free-Performance-Better-Smarter-Unbreakable/dp/162860509X/ref=zg_bs_g_4645_d_sccl_95/134-5360092-2910026?psc=1 becomeunbreakable.com https://www.drjohnrusincoaching.com If you want to stay up-to-date with Dr. Rusin, you can check out his website and social media profiles: https://drjohnrusin.com https://www.instagram.com/drjohnrusin https://www.facebook.com/drjohnrusin https://www.youtube.com/@Dr.JohnRusin Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Dr. John Rusin 02:44 Journey from Athlete to Coach 05:52 High Performance Athletics and Injury Prevention 08:46 Transitioning from Physical Therapy to Performance Coaching 11:38 The Shift to General Population and Longevity 14:43 Understanding Pain and Movement 17:34 Foundational Movement Patterns in Training 31:44 Rebuilding the Foundation: Movement Patterns and Training 40:31 The Six Physical Characteristics of Health and Longevity 52:49…

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