WMIM Chapter 1 and 2
Chapter 1: Introduction – Why Movement is Medicine
Movement is more than just exercise - it is the foundation of health, longevity, and resilience. In this book, I challenge the traditional approach to pain and injury, shifting the focus from temporary relief to long-term movement optimisation. The body is designed to move, and when it stops moving well, pain, stiffness, and dysfunction set in.
This book is built on a simple but powerful philosophy: the way you move determines the way you feel. Whether you are recovering from injury, dealing with chronic pain, or striving for peak performance, the principles of Neural Re-Education (NRE), movement longevity, and spinal health will help you not just heal but thrive.
Drawing on my experience as a chiropractor, movement specialist, and athlete, I will show you how to retrain your body and brain to move better, safer, and for longer. Through practical strategies, scientific insights, and real-world applications - including my own journey to running a sub-3-hour marathon - this book will give you the tools to take control of your movement and, ultimately, your health.
The goal is not just to fix pain but to restore confidence in movement, so that you can keep doing the things you love - whether that’s running a marathon, lifting your kids, or simply living without restriction.
Because movement is not just medicine- it’s life.
Chapter 2: The New York Marathon – Movement as a Philosophy
Running a marathon isn’t just about fitness - it’s about movement efficiency, resilience, and intelligent training. In this chapter, I take you through my journey to running a sub-3-hour marathon in New York, not just as a personal challenge but as a real-world application of my health philosophy.
Rather than relying on brute force or excessive mileage, I approached training through the lens of movement longevity, injury prevention, and Neural Re-Education (NRE). Every step of my preparation focused on optimising biomechanics, managing recovery, and training smarter - not just harder.
I break down how principles like progressive loading, mobility work, and nervous system adaptation played a role in maintaining peak performance while avoiding common running injuries. This wasn’t just about the marathon itself - it was about training in a way that would keep me moving pain-free long after crossing the finish line.
The key takeaway? You don’t just train to complete a goal; you train to sustain movement for life. Whether you’re running marathons or simply staying active, the same principles apply: movement must be efficient, recovery must be prioritised, and the body must be trained to move well for the long run - literally.
Chapter 1: Introduction – Why Movement is Medicine
Movement is more than just exercise - it is the foundation of health, longevity, and resilience. In this book, I challenge the traditional approach to pain and injury, shifting the focus from temporary relief to long-term movement optimisation. The body is designed to move, and when it stops moving well, pain, stiffness, and dysfunction set in.
This book is built on a simple but powerful philosophy: the way you move determines the way you feel. Whether you are recovering from injury, dealing with chronic pain, or striving for peak performance, the principles of Neural Re-Education (NRE), movement longevity, and spinal health will help you not just heal but thrive.
Drawing on my experience as a chiropractor, movement specialist, and athlete, I will show you how to retrain your body and brain to move better, safer, and for longer. Through practical strategies, scientific insights, and real-world applications - including my own journey to running a sub-3-hour marathon - this book will give you the tools to take control of your movement and, ultimately, your health.
The goal is not just to fix pain but to restore confidence in movement, so that you can keep doing the things you love - whether that’s running a marathon, lifting your kids, or simply living without restriction.
Because movement is not just medicine- it’s life.
Chapter 2: The New York Marathon – Movement as a Philosophy
Running a marathon isn’t just about fitness - it’s about movement efficiency, resilience, and intelligent training. In this chapter, I take you through my journey to running a sub-3-hour marathon in New York, not just as a personal challenge but as a real-world application of my health philosophy.
Rather than relying on brute force or excessive mileage, I approached training through the lens of movement longevity, injury prevention, and Neural Re-Education (NRE). Every step of my preparation focused on optimising biomechanics, managing recovery, and training smarter - not just harder.
I break down how principles like progressive loading, mobility work, and nervous system adaptation played a role in maintaining peak performance while avoiding common running injuries. This wasn’t just about the marathon itself - it was about training in a way that would keep me moving pain-free long after crossing the finish line.
The key takeaway? You don’t just train to complete a goal; you train to sustain movement for life. Whether you’re running marathons or simply staying active, the same principles apply: movement must be efficient, recovery must be prioritised, and the body must be trained to move well for the long run - literally.
Chapter 1: Introduction – Why Movement is Medicine
Movement is more than just exercise - it is the foundation of health, longevity, and resilience. In this book, I challenge the traditional approach to pain and injury, shifting the focus from temporary relief to long-term movement optimisation. The body is designed to move, and when it stops moving well, pain, stiffness, and dysfunction set in.
This book is built on a simple but powerful philosophy: the way you move determines the way you feel. Whether you are recovering from injury, dealing with chronic pain, or striving for peak performance, the principles of Neural Re-Education (NRE), movement longevity, and spinal health will help you not just heal but thrive.
Drawing on my experience as a chiropractor, movement specialist, and athlete, I will show you how to retrain your body and brain to move better, safer, and for longer. Through practical strategies, scientific insights, and real-world applications - including my own journey to running a sub-3-hour marathon - this book will give you the tools to take control of your movement and, ultimately, your health.
The goal is not just to fix pain but to restore confidence in movement, so that you can keep doing the things you love - whether that’s running a marathon, lifting your kids, or simply living without restriction.
Because movement is not just medicine- it’s life.
Chapter 2: The New York Marathon – Movement as a Philosophy
Running a marathon isn’t just about fitness - it’s about movement efficiency, resilience, and intelligent training. In this chapter, I take you through my journey to running a sub-3-hour marathon in New York, not just as a personal challenge but as a real-world application of my health philosophy.
Rather than relying on brute force or excessive mileage, I approached training through the lens of movement longevity, injury prevention, and Neural Re-Education (NRE). Every step of my preparation focused on optimising biomechanics, managing recovery, and training smarter - not just harder.
I break down how principles like progressive loading, mobility work, and nervous system adaptation played a role in maintaining peak performance while avoiding common running injuries. This wasn’t just about the marathon itself - it was about training in a way that would keep me moving pain-free long after crossing the finish line.
The key takeaway? You don’t just train to complete a goal; you train to sustain movement for life. Whether you’re running marathons or simply staying active, the same principles apply: movement must be efficient, recovery must be prioritised, and the body must be trained to move well for the long run - literally.