EP 91 Rethinking The Aches And Pains We Blame On Aging
What if the aches and pains we’ve been told are “just part of getting older”… aren’t? In this episode I’m joined by an 80-year-old trailblazer who is challenging one of the most accepted beliefs about aging - that physical pain is inevitable. With decades of experience helping people understand the muscular causes of chronic pain, Julie Donnelly shares a powerful perspective: many of the aches, stiffness, and limitations we experience may not be about aging at all. This conversation is an ...
What if the aches and pains we’ve been told are “just part of getting older”… aren’t?
In this episode I’m joined by an 80-year-old trailblazer who is challenging one of the most accepted beliefs about aging - that physical pain is inevitable.
With decades of experience helping people understand the muscular causes of chronic pain, Julie Donnelly shares a powerful perspective: many of the aches, stiffness, and limitations we experience may not be about aging at all.
This conversation is an invitation to get curious about your body, question long-held assumptions, and explore what might be possible when we stop accepting discomfort as our default.
💛 We chat about:
- Why many aches and pains may not be caused by aging
- The connection between tight muscles and chronic pain
- Common misconceptions about pain, mobility, and getting older
- Simple ways to support flexibility and movement after 60
- The role of curiosity and body awareness in feeling better
- What it means to take an active role in how we age
🌿 Key Takeaway:
Aging is not something that just happens to us - it’s something we participate in. And when it comes to physical pain, curiosity may be more powerful than acceptance.
Learn more about Julie's wonderful work in the world via her website here.
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Chronic Pain Specialist | Julstro Muscular Therapy
Julie Donnelly is an internationally respected expert and sought-after therapist in the treatment of repetitive strain, chronic pain, and sports injuries. She has been treating clients suffering from misdiagnosed or “mystery” pains since 1989. Julie is the developer of the “Julstro Method” – a unique Osteopathic system that focuses on the source of pain and doesn’t simply treat the symptom.
Julie’s expertise spans from beginners to world-class, Olympic and professional athletes. She has treated professional musicians and dancers and taught her techniques to physical and massage therapists, fitness trainers and other medical professionals.
The author of four self-treatment books, including Treat Yourself to Pain-Free Living, The Pain-Free Athlete and several DVD programs. Julie is the developer of the Julstro System for the symptoms of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome. She is proud to be the Founder of Focused Flexibility Training, a stylized stretching program for athletes and non-athletes alike.
