In today's episode with Laura Khoudari, you’ll hear us take a deep dive into:
1. The power of trauma-informed personal training
Healing trauma through movement
The power of embodied movement
Somatic experiences in trauma therapy
The importance of boundaries in trauma-informed personal training
The true benefits of exercise and movement
Lifting as medicine
Laura is a personal trainer specializing in helping people struggling with trauma and PTSD. Her professional journey derives from her path to recovery. During the winter of 2014-2015, Laura designed an innovative and holistic approach to complement her PTSD treatment, which combines talk therapy, bodywork, strength training, and mindfulness practices. Laura is also the author of "Lifting Heavy Things," where she shares insights and strategies for healing through physical strength and resilience.
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In today's episode with Laura Khoudari, you’ll hear us take a deep dive into:
- The power of trauma-informed personal training
- Healing trauma through movement
- The power of embodied movement
- Somatic experiences in trauma therapy
- The importance of boundaries in trauma-informed personal training
- The true benefits of exercise and movement
- Lifting as medicine
Laura is a personal trainer specializing in helping people struggling with trauma and PTSD. Her professional journey derives from her path to recovery. During the winter of 2014-2015, Laura designed an innovative and holistic approach to complement her PTSD treatment, which combines talk therapy, bodywork, strength training, and mindfulness practices. Laura is also the author of "Lifting Heavy Things," where she shares insights and strategies for healing through physical strength and resilience.
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Timestamps
00:00 - Intro
02:12 - The journey of a trauma-informed personal trainer
06:04 - Finding safety and healing in lifting heavy things
10:50 - Somatic experience in trauma therapy
16:55 - The power of embodied movement
19:58 - Lifting emotional burdens
22:02 - Understanding and expanding your window of tolerance
29:51 - Empowerment through movement
35:11 - Finding strength in action
39:19 - Movement beyond aesthetics
43:44 - Debunking strength training myths
48:35 - Connecting to strength
50:55 - Finding the right therapist and trainer
