The Pain Free Athlete Podcast
Unlock Your Body’s Potential—Without Pain
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast
Unlock Your Body’s Potential—Without Pain
About The Pain Free Athlete Podcast
Unlock Your Body’s Potential—Without Pain
The Pain-Free Athlete Podcast, hosted by Dana Jones, is your go-to resource for achieving optimal health and performance through a holistic mind-body approach. As an experienced fitness instructor, executive director, and advocate for true healing, Dana dives deep into the connection between emotional well-being, physical resilience, and sustainable athletic performance.
Why Join The Pain Free Athlete Podcast as a Guest
Athlete Wellness Audience
You reach active listeners seeking pain-free movement, emotional healing, and performance longevity across Apple, Spotify, and more.
Roundtable & Solo Mix
You'll join a dynamic mix of expert interviews, raw solo episodes, and themed roundtables like the Pain Free Athlete Roundtable series.
Expert Guest Roster
You'll be in great company with past guests like Dr. Mary Burmeister and Ani Papazyan, covering sleep, nutrition, and trauma recovery.
Apple, Spotify, Patreon
Your episode is distributed across major platforms and bonus content is shared with Patreon supporters for extended reach.
Episode Angles & Guest Pitches
Emotional Recovery in Athletic Life
Share how grief, trauma, or emotional stress impacts physical performance-and how to heal.
Pain-Free Fitness for Life
Help listeners break free from chronic pain and rediscover joyful movement.
Healing High Performers
Explore how high sensitivity, overtraining, or burnout affects athletes-and how to recover holistically.
Postpartum & Long COVID Recovery
Unpack what no one tells you about healing after childbirth or illness, and how to return to movement safely.
How You'd Contribute to the Show
Audience Takeaways
Your story will help listeners unlock emotional resilience and move pain-free through holistic, practical tools.
Hot Topics
Why Trust Me
The Ideal Guest
You're a great fit if you're a trauma-informed coach, movement therapist, chronic pain expert, or athlete with a healing story to share.
Recent Episodes
The Hidden Connection Between Your Brain and Body (ep 136)
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Apr 24, 2026
Eat to Heal, Not to Fill (ep 135)
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Apr 17, 2026
Beyond Talk Therapy: The Power of Neurofeedback for Athletes (ep 134)
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Apr 10, 2026
Replay: Healing Through Movement: The Psychology of Pain with Dr Tawny Kross (ep 88)
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Apr 3, 2026
Why Runners Keep Getting Injured (And How to Fix It) - Replay of Episode 89
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Mar 27, 2026
Power of the Pause: Menopause, Pain & Your Nervous System (ep 133)
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Mar 20, 2026
Revolutionizing Orthopedics: The Future of Regenerative Medicine (ep 132)
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Mar 13, 2026
Walking Towards Wellness (ep 131)
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Mar 6, 2026
Breaking Barriers in Water Safety (ep 130)
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Feb 27, 2026
Performance Starts on the Plate (ep 129)
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Feb 20, 2026
Fix Your Foundation for Performance (ep 128)
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Feb 13, 2026
Feeling to Heal: The Mind-Body Connection in Pain Recovery (ep 127)
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Feb 6, 2026
The Truth About Getting Fit Late (Ep 126)
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Jan 30, 2026
The Pickle Juice Secret: Stop Muscle Cramps Instantly (ep. 125)
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Jan 23, 2026
Knee Pain Exercises That Actually Work (ep 124)
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Jan 16, 2026
The Switch 4 Good Mission: Advocating for Dairy-Free Athletes (ep 123)
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Jan 9, 2026
Stronger at Any Age: The Secret to Faster Recovery (ep 122)
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Jan 2, 2026
Sore vs. Unsafe: The Neuroplasticity Secret For Athletes (ep 121)
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Dec 26, 2025
How to Heal Chronic Pain Naturally (The BEAT Method)
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Dec 19, 2025
Pain vs Injury: The Truth Every Athlete Needs (ep 85 replay)
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Dec 12, 2025
Stop Resting! Why Movement Actually Heals You Faster (ep 120)
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Dec 5, 2025
Kidney Queen: Hydration, Recovery, and Performance Secrets for Athletes (ep 119)
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Nov 28, 2025
Rotational Strength, Resilience, and Play: Unconventional Fitness with Shawn Richardson (BAMF Hammer) (ep 118)
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Nov 21, 2025
Beyond Muscle: Women, Sport & Longevity Revolution
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Nov 19, 2025
From Olympic Bobsled to Brain Injury: William Person's CTE Recovery Story (ep 117)
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Nov 14, 2025
Running, Resilience, and the Mind-Body Connection (ep 116)
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Nov 7, 2025
Unlocking the Secrets of Rest: How Sleep Boosts Recovery (ep 115)
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Oct 31, 2025
Stronger After 50: Essential Strength Training for Longevity
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Oct 29, 2025
When Athletes LOSE Their Identity After Sports (ep 114)
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Oct 24, 2025
Rotational Strength, Resilience, and Play: Unconventional Fitness with Shawn Richardson (BAMF Hammer) (ep 118)
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Oct 17, 2025
Prison to Performance Coach: Chad Dunn's Story (ep 113)
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Oct 17, 2025
Yoga Therapy for Concussion Recovery (ep 112)
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Oct 10, 2025
What if You Could OVERCOME Chronic Pain and Live a Life You LOVE? (ep 111)
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Oct 3, 2025
What Makes This SLEEP Mask So Powerful For Athletes? (ep 110)
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Sep 26, 2025
From Elite Show Jumper to HSP Coach: How Highly Sensitive Athletes Find Their Superpower (ep 109)
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Sep 19, 2025
The Secret to Building Unbreakable Athlete Confidence (ep. 108)
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Sep 12, 2025
What Every Athlete Needs To Know About Recovery
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Sep 10, 2025
Long COVID Recovery: Rachael’s Rebound (ep 107)
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Sep 5, 2025
Unlocking Pain-Free Movement with Jennifer Schwartz (ep.106)
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Aug 29, 2025
Natural Birth Secrets: A Pain-Free Pregnancy & Motherhood Blueprint (ep. 105)
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Aug 22, 2025
Protecting Athletes from EMF: A Conversation with DJ Leveille of MGNX Activewear (ep 104)
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Aug 15, 2025
Athletes Break the Stigma: Emotions, Resilience & Mental Health
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Aug 9, 2025
The Role of Mental Performance Coaching with Ignacio Segovia (ep 103)
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Aug 8, 2025
Unlocking Women's Strength: Expert Secrets for Lifelong Fitness with Kelly McKenzie (ep 102)
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Aug 1, 2025
Transforming Pain Management: Insights from Dr. Zameer Pirani (ep 101)
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Jul 25, 2025
This is my 100th episode!!!
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Jul 18, 2025
My Interview with Peace Unplugged Host, Martin Dickerson
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Jul 11, 2025
Empowering Women Through Fitness and Wellness with Kayla Johnson (ep 98)
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Jul 4, 2025
Unlocking the Secrets of Sustainable Fitness with David Amerland (ep97)
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Jun 27, 2025
Illuminating Recovery: Dr. Carl Rothschild on the Power of Light Therapy (ep 96)
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Jun 20, 2025
The sh*t your mother never told you about menopause with Sarah Fuhrmann (ep 95)
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Jun 13, 2025
Reframing Pain: Movement, Posture, and Empowerment with Lara Heimann (ep 94)
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Jun 6, 2025
Unlocking Pain-Free Living: The Power of Online Physiotherapy with Thomas Olsen (ep 93)
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • May 30, 2025
The Beat Pain Method: Healing Chronic Pain With Katie Rothwell (ep 92)
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • May 23, 2025
How to Stay Pain-Free and Strong as an Endurance Athlete, with Dr. Jessie Duppler (ep 91)
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • May 16, 2025
Pain Free Athlete + The Body Nerd : Myth-Busting Movement Magic with Dana Jones & Alexandra Ellis (ep 90)
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • May 9, 2025
Beyond the Finish Line: Individualized Therapy, Mindset, and Community in Athletic Performance with Denise Smith, PT (ep 89)
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • May 2, 2025
Healing Through Movement: The Psychology of Pain with Dr Tawny Kross (ep 88)
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Apr 25, 2025
Beyond the Injury: Empowering Recovery in Modern Sports with Erica Marcano (ep 87)
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Apr 18, 2025
Healing Hashimoto's Naturally: Insights from Primal Health Coach Chris Toto ep 86
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Apr 11, 2025
Revolutionizing Pain Recovery: Georgie Oldfield on Emotional Awareness and Self-Compassion (ep 85)
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Apr 4, 2025
Mind Over Matter: Exploring Pain and Resilience with Charlie Merrill (ep84)
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Mar 28, 2025
The Remade Athlete: Longevity Through Holistic Fitness With Steven Hicks - ep83
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Mar 21, 2025
Reclaiming Joy: Lindsay Masvaleix’s Path to a Pain-Free Life
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Mar 14, 2025
From the Gridiron to Guidance: Ernest Allen's Coaching Journey
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Mar 7, 2025
Overcoming Life's Hurdles: Otis Collier's Journey
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Feb 28, 2025
From Hands-On to Mind-Body: Coenie de Groot's Journey in Osteopathy and Neuroplastic Pain
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Feb 21, 2025
Streaks: A Double-Edged Sword
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Feb 14, 2025
The CoreSpring Method: A New Approach to Pilates with Charlyn Huss
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Feb 7, 2025
Unlocking Athletic Potential Through Reading
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Jan 31, 2025
Unlocking the Secrets of Functional Nutrition with Eugene Smith
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Jan 24, 2025
Balancing Athletic Life: Empowerment and Recovery with Dr. Mary Burmeister
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Jan 17, 2025
Unlocking Holistic Wellness with Dr. Njideka Olatunde
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Jan 16, 2025
Overcoming Cancer and Embracing Holistic Health: Georges Cordoba's Inspiring Journey
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Jan 16, 2025
Pain Signals and the Hidden Costs of Medication
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Jan 16, 2025
A Revolutionary Approach to Pain Management - Interview with Ani Papazyan
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Jan 16, 2025
Decoding the Mind's Source Code
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Jan 16, 2025
Prioritizing Well-Being During Festive Times
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Jan 16, 2025
Exploring Family Ties: Rediscovering Body Image and Self-Acceptance
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Jan 16, 2025
Navigating Grief and Growth: A Tribute to My Father's Wisdom in Pain-Free Living
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Jan 16, 2025
Transforming Triathlons: Embracing Community and Joy in the DJFE Triathlon Race Series
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Jan 16, 2025
Transforming Health: Deborah Myers' Daily Energy Practices
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Jan 16, 2025
Building a Pain-Free Body: Exercises for Strength and Mobility
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Jan 16, 2025
Unveiling the Emotional Roots of Chronic Pain: A Journey with TMS
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Jan 16, 2025
Patience and Kindness: Lessons from our Three-Legged Hero
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Jan 16, 2025
The Great Olympic (Final) Debate
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Jan 16, 2025
Transforming Chronic Pain with Rapid Transformational Therapy featuring Stella Patterson
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Jan 16, 2025
Evolving Athleticism and Body Acceptance at the Olympics
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Jan 16, 2025
Celebrating Summer Sports
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Jan 16, 2025
Pain Reprocessing Therapy with Gemma McFall
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Jan 16, 2025
Mind-Body Healing: Overcoming Chronic Pain with Dana Jones and Jessica Webb
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Jan 16, 2025
Unlocking Somatic Experiencing: Healing Pain and Stress with Laura Haraka
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Jan 16, 2025
Honoring a Legend: Willie Mays' Legacy
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Jan 16, 2025
Empowering Your Health Through Hormonal Wisdom
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Jan 16, 2025
Confronting Gremlins and Embracing Body Positivity
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Jan 16, 2025
Self-Care Lessons and Insights from Dave Asprey
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Jan 16, 2025
Stress-Induced Chronic Pain to Holistic Health Success with Shaheen Jaffary
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Jan 16, 2025
Creating Your Home Fitness Sanctuary
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Jan 16, 2025
Overcoming Exercise Anxiety: A New Chapter Beyond Schoolyard Sports
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Jan 16, 2025
From Punishment to Pleasure in Pursuit of Fitness
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Jan 16, 2025
The Symptom Imperative and the Ongoing Journey of Self-Discovery
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Jan 16, 2025
Tapping Into Bliss: Harnessing EFT with Dawson Church
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Jan 16, 2025
Book Review Time with the Dynamic Duo: James Nestor’s Breath
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Jan 16, 2025
An Athlete’s Journey from Struggle to Resilience with Alec Kassin
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Jan 16, 2025
The Athlete's Guide to a Meaningful and Measured Racing Season
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Jan 16, 2025
Transformative Habits: Smashing Reading Goals and Mastering Chronic Pain
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Jan 16, 2025
The Healing Odyssey: Uniting Mind, Body, and Spirit Across Cultures with Jessica Webb
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Jan 16, 2025
The Unexpected Marathon of Disneyland Magic
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Jan 16, 2025
Unlocking Wellness Wisdom: Reflective Yoga, Breath Work Mastery with Courtney Hawk Angel
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Jan 16, 2025
Book Review: Laughter and Lessons from The Slow AF Run Club
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Jan 16, 2025
Unveiling the Potential of Pain Reprocessing Therapy with Grete Strunz
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Jan 16, 2025
The Life-Changing Magic of Swimming for Health and Focus
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Jan 16, 2025
The Vanguard of Veteran Wellness and First Responder Recovery, Interview with Sonya McVay
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Jan 16, 2025
The HypnoBox Experience: Pioneering the Path to Self-Healing with Bernhard Tewes
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Jan 16, 2025
Exploring the Heritage of Sweat: A Journey Through Fitness Trends and Innovations
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Jan 16, 2025
The Art of Balancing Self-Care and Fitness During the Holidays
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Jan 16, 2025
Transforming the Voice Within: Building Confidence Through Supportive Self-Talk
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Jan 16, 2025
The Revolution of Intuitive Eating and Fitness: A Conversation with AMFT Danika Munro - Part 2
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Jan 16, 2025
Revolutionize Your Health: The Game-Changing Power of Self-Advocacy
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Jan 16, 2025
Redefining Health: Rejecting BMI and Embracing Wellness with Associate Marriage & Family Therapist, Danika Munro - Part 1
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Jan 16, 2025
Navigating Holiday Stress: Managing Tension Myositis Syndrome for a Pain-Free Festive Season
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Jan 16, 2025
Finding the Balance: AI's Potential and Limitations in Personalized Fitness
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Jan 16, 2025
Unraveling the Symptom Imperative: My Personal Journey With Chronic Pain
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Jan 16, 2025
Dana's Top Ten Exercises*
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Jan 16, 2025
Keeping the Motivation Alive: Strategies to Stay on Track with Your Fitness Goals
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Jan 16, 2025
Revolutionizing Your Fitness Journey: Practical Tips to Make Exercise Enjoyable and Effective
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Jan 15, 2025
Overcoming Fear through Neuroplasticity: A Personal Journey
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Jan 15, 2025
Beyond the Book: Exploring the Difference Between Book Cures and Deep Inner Work
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Jan 15, 2025
Challenging Diet Culture: Embracing Intuitive Eating and Health at Every Size with Kelli Ruderman
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Jan 15, 2025
Discover the Transformative Power of Stretching
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Jan 15, 2025
The Hero's Journey: Overcoming Fear, Rebuilding Confidence in Sports with Carrie Jackson, Author & Mental Skills Coach
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Jan 15, 2025
Reclaiming Your Spark: The Road to Recovery and Resilience Post-COVID
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Jan 15, 2025
Navigating the Complexities of People-Pleasing: A Step Toward Self-Care
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Jan 15, 2025
Why Does Mobility Matter? The Key to Staying Pain-Free and Active Longer
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Jan 15, 2025
Riding the Tides of Motivation
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Jan 15, 2025
Embracing Holistic Healing: The Intersection of Fitness, Caring Science, and Mind-Body Connection with Andrea Hall-Miller
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Jan 15, 2025
Performance Anxiety and the Power of Acceptance: How to Deal with Your Fears
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Jan 15, 2025
Beyond the Limits: Rethinking 'No Pain, No Gain
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Jan 15, 2025
Emotional and Holistic Healing with Physiotherapist, Jessica Webb
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Jan 15, 2025
Diving Deep: Embracing Emotions and Overcoming Trauma
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Jan 15, 2025
Overcoming Chronic Pain, an interview with Nutritionist, Julie Hopkins
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Jan 15, 2025
Pain Brain Movie Review
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Jan 15, 2025
Pain-Free Insights from Massage Therapist, Body-Mind Coach and Reiki Practitioner, Gerry Andrews
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Jan 15, 2025
Finding Hope in the Face of Chronic Hip Pain
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Jan 13, 2025
My Migraine Origin Story
The Pain Free Athlete Podcast • Jan 13, 2025
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