Upright Health

Matt Hsu
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This podcast covers ideas, tips, and tricks to help you help yourself overcome pain, get stronger, and become a more resilient and energetic version of yourself. Hosted by Matt Hsu, a former chronic pain sufferer turned orthopedic massage therapist and movement coach.

  1. 3D AGO

    Why Active People Still Have Pain

    “I’m strong — so why do I keep hurting?” It’s one of the most common questions I hear. In this episode, we explore the hidden gap between strength and balance — and why being fit doesn’t automatically protect your joints from pain. If you bike, run, lift, hike, or train regularly… this is a perspective shift you don’t want to miss. 👉 FREE program to rebuild your body and mind: https://uprighthealth.com/brb

    6 min

  2. 07/30/2025

    5 Facts About Hip Impingement Your Doctor Won't Tell You

    ▶️ Watch on YT: https://youtu.be/8vXf1pjVB0Y In this video, I'm going to share 5 key facts your doctor is unlikely to tell you about Hip Impingement / FAI. We'll look at key research findings from the last 2 decades that will dramatically change the way you think about hip pain and hip impingement. And we'll look at one major episode in medical history that shows us the path that hip impingement surgery will take too. I am not a medical doctor and this video is my non-medical opinion based on over 10 years reading and going through hip impingement research. 👉 Rebuild Your Hips at Home! https://uprighthealth.com/healthy-hips Home: https://uprighthealth.com/fai HELPFUL LINKS2011 Study: https://doi.org/10.1302/0301-620x.93b5.252362015 Study: https://doi.org/10.1007%2Fs11999-015-4379-62008 Osteoarthritis Study: https://doi.org/10.1080/028418508019355672011 CT Scan Study: https://doi.org/10.1302/0301-620x.93b10.26433 2013 Study: https://doi.org/10.2214/ajr.12.85462020 Systematic Review on Tests: https://doi.org/10.1136/bmjsem-2020-0007722014 Hip Injection Study: https://doi.org/10.1007/s00167-014-2883-yDenmark 2021 Paper: https://doi.org/10.1177/2325967121995267Shoulder Impingement Surgery: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZlwrrmCeojkTrial Comparing FAI Surgery to Bad PT: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-gtikRw6VQsThe WORST Exercises for Hip Impingement (Personalized Hip Therapy): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rGewmoj1p8EFAI Bone Shapes and Hip Pain: https://www.uprighthealth.com/fai-bone-shapesFAI and Labral Tears: https://www.uprighthealth.com/fai-labral-tearsHip Impingement Tests: https://www.uprighthealth.com/fai-testsSurgery for Hip Impingement: https://www.uprighthealth.com/fai-surgery Other Coaches to Help Your HipsGarret Kuljian - https://www.youtube.com/@Gmoneymvmt Mitch Hash - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHIBth5jUa03iTB_B8HCfBg Maks Reznik - https://www.youtube.com/@Maksreznik SUPPORT THE MISSION AND YOURSELF👉Rebuild Your Body At Home with a DIY Program: https://uprighthealth.com/diy 💪Donate: https://www.uprighthealth.com/donate❤️Become a Patron: https://patreon.com/uprighthealth👉Sign Up for the Newsletter: https://uprighthealth.com/newsletter⚡️Become a member on YT: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCwj1xAY55Dd-H281T1g-bQ/join👍Recommended gear (shoes, bands, etc.): https://uprighthealth.com/recommended-by-upright-health/ SOCIALS➡️ Facebook: http://facebook.com/uprighthealth ➡️ Instagram: http://instagram.com/uprighthealth🙉 Podcast: https://www.uprighthealth.com/podcasts/upright-health/ #hipimpingement #fai #hippain #hipmobility #hipsurgery #nosurgery

    31 min

  3. 06/26/2025

    How much do you need to exercise to be cured of your pain?

    In this episode of the Upright Health Podcast, we’re digging into a question that comes up all the time: “How long do I have to keep doing exercise to be cured of my pain?” If you’re dealing with hip pain, back pain, shoulder pain—or really any kind of chronic pain—and you’re using exercise as your path to healing, it’s only natural to wonder when the finish line is coming. We’ve all hoped that maybe there’s just a set number of exercises or a magical plan that makes the pain disappear forever. In this episode, we explore why that hope is understandable—but ultimately misleading. You’ll learn how to shift your mindset, understand what pain is really telling you, and build a healthier, more realistic relationship with your body.   🔑 What You’ll Learn: Why the idea of “curing” pain can be misleading How your body is like a bank account (and what that means for your exercise habits) Why pain is more like hunger than a disease How ignoring early warning signs leads to more serious setbacks The dangers of chasing surgical “fixes” before exploring movement-based solutions Why balancing strength, flexibility, and endurance matters for long-term health How to build a sustainable exercise practice that keeps your body happy   🛠 Resources & Links: 🎁 Free Program: Body Rebuilding Basics (BRB) https://uprighthealth.com/brb  Follow-along workouts, mobility tutorials, and strategies to rebuild your body from the ground up. 📺 YouTube Channel: Upright Health on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/uprighthealth  More insights, exercises, and stories to help you move right, think right, and feel right.

    18 min

  4. 05/15/2025

    How Often Should You REALLY Work Out? (Without Losing Your Soul)

    Full episode "How Often Should You REALLY Work Out? (Without Losing Your Soul)" on Youtube: https://youtu.be/JcQqfo1FHNo How often do you really need to work out to stay strong, mobile, and independent? In this video, I break down the surprisingly flexible answer to that question — whether you're a couch potato, a casual mover, or an aspiring fitness model with dreams of glistening glutes. We’ll talk:- How to figure out your ideal weekly training frequency- Why you don't need 6 days in the gym to feel good - Why stretching counts (and how to do it right) - What I personally do as a 43-year-old dad/fitness nerd who reads books a lot HELPFUL LINKS 💪Rebuild Your Body at Home for Free: https://uprighthealth.com/brb The Big Toilet Conspiracy: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vccCA7YybQU Touch Your Toes: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6XM-Jzq-pOA&list=PLfKNSz5BBcBGu6yjlYanU0fnGjc3bsn8o SUPPORT THE MISSION AND YOURSELF 👉Rebuild Your Body At Home with a DIY Program: https://uprighthealth.com/diy 💪Donate: https://www.uprighthealth.com/donate ❤️Become a Patron: https://patreon.com/uprighthealth 👉Sign Up for the Newsletter: https://uprighthealth.com/newsletter ⚡️Become a member on YT: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCwj1xAY55Dd-H281T1g-bQ/join 👍Recommended gear (shoes, bands, etc.): https://uprighthealth.com/recommended-by-upright-health/ SOCIALS ➡️ Facebook: http://facebook.com/uprighthealth ➡️ Instagram: http://instagram.com/uprighthealth 🙉 Podcast: https://www.uprighthealth.com/podcasts/upright-health/

    19 min

  5. 04/28/2025

    Sharpening the Saw: How Aging Changes Your Body (and What to Do About It)

    Watch the full video "Sharpening the Saw: How Aging Changes Your Body (and What to Do About It)"  on YouTube: https://youtu.be/p_Dd08Q9Nrk This is one of the most annoying parts of getting older. Let's dive in. As you get older, if you don’t keep moving your body, you’ll start to notice that you can’t do the things you once could. You'll experience pain and cramping in various areas of your body, from your joints to muscles, and find that tasks that used to be easy now feel more challenging. The key to minimizing these effects is consistent maintenance and movement. Get the Body Rebuilding Basics Free: https://uprighthealth.com/brb HELPFUL LINKS Get the Body Rebuilding Basics: https://uprighthealth.com/brb 2 Ways to Improve Your Balance and Stability (And Have Fun Doing It) – YouTube.com/watch?v=2gPVuws93sU Say No to Painful Hips with This Hip Workout (18 min) – YouTube.com/watch?v=QCeuUWCgmKk Pain FREE Shoulders in 3 Simple Exercises! – YouTube.com/watch?v=U786Wn0SnDg SUPPORT THE MISSION AND YOURSELF 👉Rebuild Your Body At Home with a DIY Program: https://uprighthealth.com/diy 💪Donate: https://www.uprighthealth.com/donate ❤️Become a Patron: https://patreon.com/uprighthealth 👉Sign Up for the Newsletter: https://uprighthealth.com/newsletter ⚡️Become a member on YT: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCwj1xAY55Dd-H281T1g-bQ/join 👍Recommended gear (shoes, bands, etc.): https://uprighthealth.com/recommended-by-upright-health/ SOCIALS ➡️ Facebook: http://facebook.com/uprighthealth ➡️ Instagram: http://instagram.com/uprighthealth 🙉 Podcast: https://www.uprighthealth.com/podcasts/upright-health/

    7 min

  6. 04/10/2025

    The Big Toilet Conspiracy Is Ruining Your Sh*t

    Watch the full video "The Big Toilet Conspiracy Is Ruining Your Sh*t" on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/vccCA7YybQU  In this video, I flush out the truth behind the “big toilet conspiracy” and how comfort height toilets might be draining your health. While these toilets are marketed for comfort, they could be causing more harm than good, especially when it comes to your hips. I’ll take you back to how humans used the loo for centuries, from squatting to sitting on lower toilets—and how modern toilets could be contributing to your hip pain. In this video, I discuss: - The difference between comfort height and standard height toilets - The effects comfort height toilets have on your hips, hamstrings, and back - Why using a higher toilet could contribute to back pain - Why standard height toilets are optimal for your body’s natural alignment - Learn how small changes can have big impacts on your posture and mobility! HELPFUL LINKS: This Fact About Hip Arthritis Will Shock You - https://youtu.be/_a79x4cJtmY?si=FRNbzC1_KEEUHSVO Tight Hamstrings - Why Static Stretching Doesn't Work (and What Does) - https://youtu.be/iG7Z4F14ijs?si=ALt7h8-2aEvxRuaa 5 Essential Lower Body Exercises for Seniors: Strengthen Your Legs! - https://youtu.be/EPBq3ByQv4U?si=fSwaXbsGJ1hqZJOO Asian Squat Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a6Na67zUMZk&list=PLfKNSz5BBcBFj4s3JY-ykZZS5bZ4tP0MG&ab_channel=UprightHealth SUPPORT THE MISSION AND YOURSELF 👉Rebuild Your Body At Home with a DIY Program: https://uprighthealth.com/diy 💪Donate: https://www.uprighthealth.com/donate ❤️Become a Patron: https://patreon.com/uprighthealth 👉Sign Up for the Newsletter: https://uprighthealth.com/newsletter ⚡️Become a member on YT: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCwj1xAY55Dd-H281T1g-bQ/join 👍Recommended gear (shoes, bands, etc.): https://uprighthealth.com/recommended-by-upright-health/ SOCIALS ➡️ Facebook: http://facebook.com/uprighthealth ➡️ Instagram: http://instagram.com/uprighthealth 🙉 Podcast: https://www.uprighthealth.com/podcasts/upright-health/

    20 min

  7. 02/06/2025

    The Human Body Is Like a VCR: Here’s Why

    Watch the full video here: https://youtu.be/3j1XIBn3Ih4 Discover the shocking similarities between your body and a VCR and cassette player! SUPPORT THE MISSION AND YOURSELF 👉Rebuild Your Body At Home with a DIY Program: https://uprighthealth.com/diy 💪Donate: https://www.uprighthealth.com/donate ❤️Become a Patron: https://patreon.com/uprighthealth 👉Sign Up for the Newsletter: https://uprighthealth.com/newsletter ⚡️Become a member on YT: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCwj1xAY55Dd-H281T1g-bQ/join 👍Recommended gear (shoes, bands, etc.): https://uprighthealth.com/recommended-by-upright-health/ SOCIALS ➡️ Facebook: http://facebook.com/uprighthealth ➡️ Instagram: http://instagram.com/uprighthealth 🙉 Podcast: https://www.uprighthealth.com/podcasts/upright-health/

    7 min

  8. 01/07/2025

    5 Reasons Why Getting Old Sucks!

    Watch the full episode "5 Reasons Why Getting Old Sucks!" on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/kmtJBW7rSII 🌟 Aging brings its fair share of challenges, but it doesn’t have to be all bad. In this video, we dive into some of the toughest aspects of getting older and share practical ways to make the process easier. Whether it’s physical changes 🏋️‍♂️ or mental struggles 🧠, we’ll explore how you can maintain your health and feel your best at any age. What You'll Learn: 🩺 The common physical and mental challenges that come with aging and why they can be tough to handle 🤸‍♀️ How to navigate the changes in your body, from joint pain to reduced energy 🧘‍♂️ The importance of maintaining your mental health and staying sharp as you age 💡 Practical, effective strategies you can implement now to make the aging process easier 🕒 How to create a balanced routine that supports your long-term health and well-being 💪 Rebuild Your Body and Mind at Home for Free with the Body Rebuilding Basics: https://uprighthealth.com/brb HELPFUL LINKS 🎥 Seniors Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLfKNSz5BBcBHMkxm6Lm7LmTHDzqIk8drK 📝 Seniors Program: https://uprighthealth.com/seniors  #AgingProblems #RelatableContent #StayYoungAtHeart #Seniors #OldAge #Aging  SUPPORT THE MISSION AND YOURSELF 👉Rebuild Your Body At Home with a DIY Program: https://uprighthealth.com/diy 💪Donate: https://www.uprighthealth.com/donate ❤️Become a Patron: https://patreon.com/uprighthealth 👉Sign Up for the Newsletter: https://uprighthealth.com/newsletter ⚡️Become a member on YT: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCwj1xAY55Dd-H281T1g-bQ/join 👍Recommended gear (shoes, bands, etc.): https://uprighthealth.com/recommended-by-upright-health/ SOCIALS ➡️ Facebook: http://facebook.com/uprighthealth ➡️ Instagram: http://instagram.com/uprighthealth 🙉 Podcast: https://www.uprighthealth.com/podcasts/upright-health/

    15 min
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This podcast covers ideas, tips, and tricks to help you help yourself overcome pain, get stronger, and become a more resilient and energetic version of yourself. Hosted by Matt Hsu, a former chronic pain sufferer turned orthopedic massage therapist and movement coach.

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  • Creator
    Matt Hsu
  • Years Active
    2014 - 2026
  • Episodes
    105
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Copyright 2021 Upright Health, Inc.
  • Show Website
    Upright Health