The Physio Buddy Podcast with Saree Hewlett

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Welcome to The Physio Buddy Podcast with physiotherapist and Pilates instructor Saree Hewlett. With over 30 years of experience helping people move better and recover from pain, Saree shares practical advice, evidence-based insights and simple strategies to help you understand your body and find the missing piece in your recovery. From back pain and arthritis to strength, mobility and healthy ageing, each episode is designed to give you the confidence to move well, recover smarter and enjoy life with less pain and more freedom.

  1. Aug 31

    EP.27: Good Advice Isn’t Always the Right Advice for You

    There’s more health information available to us than ever before. Google, ChatGPT, Facebook groups, gym trainers, friends, therapists — everyone has advice about what you should or shouldn’t be doing when something hurts. But good advice isn’t necessarily the right advice for you. In this Physio Buddy Coffee Chat, Saree Hewlett draws on more than 30 years as a physiotherapist to talk about why understanding the person behind the problem matters. We look at why the same explanation sometimes needs to be heard in a different way, why an exercise that helps one person may aggravate another, and why successful rehabilitation isn’t simply about finding the “best” exercise. It’s about understanding where you are now, where you want to get to, and creating a plan that actually fits your body, your stage of recovery and your real life. Because your rehabilitation shouldn’t just look good on paper. It needs to work for you. Show Notes: Good Advice Isn’t Always the Right Advice for You Have you ever been told something several times, only for someone else to explain it slightly differently and suddenly you think: “Ohhh… NOW I get it.” It happens more often than you might think. In this episode of The Physio Buddy Podcast, I’m talking about listening — listening to your therapist, listening to all the other advice coming at you, but most importantly, understanding what actually makes sense for you. Why we sometimes need to hear the same information in a different way before it clicks Why your therapist needs to explain things in a way that makes sense to you The problem with comparing your rehabilitation to someone else’s Why advice from Google, social media, friends or the gym may be perfectly reasonable — but still wrong for your particular situation Why the stage of your recovery matters Why improving movement and function may need to come before strengthening The importance of your physio, trainer and other health professionals working towards the same goal Why successful rehabilitation requires more than a theoretically “perfect” treatment plan How time, work, family, finances and everyday life need to be considered when creating your plan There isn’t one perfect rehabilitation plan that works for everybody. Two people can have similar symptoms and need very different approaches. Something that worked brilliantly for your friend may not be appropriate for you — and something you see another person doing at the gym may simply be several steps further along than where you are today. Good rehabilitation starts by asking: Where are you now? Where do you want to be? And what needs to happen in between? Then we need to make that plan realistic enough to actually fit into your life. That’s where individualised rehabilitation makes the difference. Physio Buddy is about helping you make sense of your body, movement, pain and rehabilitation without adding more confusion to an already noisy world of health information. If you’ve ever thought, “I’m not really injured… but something just isn’t right,” you’re in the right place. In this episode, we talk about:The big takeawayAbout Physio Buddy

    EP.27: Good Advice Isn’t Always the Right Advice for You

  2. Aug 17

    Ep 26: Why We Know What to Do… But Still Don’t Do It

    We all know the things we're supposed to do for our health — move more, exercise, drink water, get outside, eat better. So why don't we do them? In this episode of The Physio Buddy Podcast, Saree Hewlett explores why pain, habit and previous experiences can gradually shrink our world until staying exactly where we are feels like the safest option. And why trying to leap from doing very little straight into the gym, a new exercise routine or a complete lifestyle overhaul often doesn't work. Instead, what if the answer is simply to make the next step small enough to succeed? We talk about rebuilding confidence in movement, expanding your "safe space" gradually, and choosing one achievable action that starts moving the dial. This week, ask yourself: what's one small thing you could do to gently expand your world?

    Ep 26: Why We Know What to Do… But Still Don’t Do It

  3. Aug 3

    EP. 25 - Why Copying Someone Else's Exercises Doesn't Work

    People often ask why the exercises they found online—or the ones their neighbour swears by—aren't helping. The answer is simple. Just like a great hairdresser doesn't give everyone the same haircut, a good physiotherapist doesn't give everyone the same exercises. In this episode, I use the analogy of visiting the hairdresser to explain why understanding your body, your goals and your lifestyle is the real key to successful recovery. You'll learn why assessment matters, why copying someone else's program often falls short, and how finding the right treatment plan can make all the difference. Every body is different.The right exercise depends on the right diagnosis.Good assessment is more valuable than endless information.Your lifestyle should shape your treatment plan.Small, consistent actions lead to long-term improvement.Key Takeaways

  4. Jul 27

    EP. 24 - The Missing Piece: Why More Information Doesn't Always Lead to Better Health

    We have more health information available than ever before—but has it actually made making decisions any easier? In this episode, Saree explores why so many people feel overwhelmed by conflicting advice when they're dealing with pain, trying to get fitter, or improve their health. From Google searches and social media to well-meaning friends and healthcare professionals, it's easy to collect information—but much harder to know what actually applies to you. Discover why finding the missing piece isn't about learning more, but about gaining clarity. You'll learn: Why conflicting health advice creates confusionHow different injuries require completely different approachesWhy your goals should determine your treatment planHow to simplify overwhelming health decisionsA practical way to cut through the noise and focus on what mattersWhether you're managing pain, starting an exercise program, or simply trying to feel better, this episode will help you stop guessing and start making clearer decisions.

    EP. 24 - The Missing Piece: Why More Information Doesn't Always Lead to Better Health

  5. Jul 20

    EPISODE 23 - The Missing Piece

    "Why Knowing What to Do Isn't the Same as Getting Better."

  6. 10/06/2022

    EPISODE 22 : Pain is Not Normal

    You don't have to put up with pain. It is not to be expected and something you have to deal with as you age. It certainly isn't the price you pay for having an active life! If you have pain, get it looked at quickly - it's far easier to get managed quickly when things are still changeable and pliable than it is when the pain has been there for months. Work with me  www.sareehewlett.com/work-with-me

    EPISODE 22 : Pain is Not Normal

  7. 10/02/2022

    EPISODE 21 : Ready to Experience More from Your Body?

    The journey from where we are now to where we want to be is different for everyone. the level of input and support we require varies the level of input we WANT varies the start point varies the journey varies the destination varies... If you want to get where you want to be  with your body, there are a whole heap of variables that need to be taken into account which affect not only where you start from, but also how you get there and where you go. When you require guidance and help I have varying levels for support available: DIY - Home based implemented programs Group programs Group programs with support  Assessments Privates 1:1 in person / online Check our my website : www.sareehewlett.com or email info@thecorexpert.com if you'd like to know what may work best for you.

  8. 09/22/2022

    EPISODE 20 - What to Consider with Your Exercise Choice.

    What do you  need to consider when you start exercising? Is there anything you SHOULD consider? This episode talks about that and what may be things that set you up for success/ or set you up to fail.. OUr Get Moving Again program is 6 weeks online and aimed at getting you prepped the right way for exercise! https://www.sareehewlett.com/offers/FEL2ySnN

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Welcome to The Physio Buddy Podcast with physiotherapist and Pilates instructor Saree Hewlett. With over 30 years of experience helping people move better and recover from pain, Saree shares practical advice, evidence-based insights and simple strategies to help you understand your body and find the missing piece in your recovery. From back pain and arthritis to strength, mobility and healthy ageing, each episode is designed to give you the confidence to move well, recover smarter and enjoy life with less pain and more freedom.

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