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#305 Why Everyone Is an Athlete: Mike Bruno Talks Mindset, Injury, and Lasting Movement
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Welcome to another energizing episode of the Nutrition and Life podcast! In today’s conversation, host Lisa Franz is joined by Mike Bruno, an expert chiropractor, athletic trainer, and team clinician for U.S. Soccer. Mike Bruno brings his down-to-earth, practical approach to pain relief, goal setting, and movement, empowering people of all ages to see themselves as athletes, transform their mindset, and build fitness habits that truly last.
Mike Bruno shares what sets his practice apart, why he believes everyone can benefit from a mindset shift, and how he helps clients overcome injury, break limiting beliefs, and enjoy moving again. From pro soccer fields to helping everyday clients conquer back pain or just stay active, Mike Bruno delivers actionable advice and uplifting stories for anyone ready to feel their best.
Tune in for motivational strategy, real-life examples, and simple “isms” that make moving toward long-term health less overwhelming!
Timestamp Overview:
[00:00] - Introduction & Episode Goals
[01:21] - Mike Bruno’s Inspiration & Journey into Practice
[10:04] - Building Lasting Change with “Isms” & Mindset
[13:24] - From Service-Based Sessions to Outcome-Based Goals [
16:08] - Breaking Limiting Beliefs About Pain & Injury
[18:36] - Mindset Shifts: Identity, Athlete Mentality & Language
[21:14] - Actionable Steps: Reverse Engineering Your Goals
[25:55] - “SEE” Method: Simple, Effective & Enjoyable Exercise
[27:00] - Real Client Stories: Moving Beyond Labels
[29:58] - Professional Athlete Lessons for Everyone
[31:44] - Saying No, Avoiding Fitness “Junk,” and Doing Less, Better
[32:49] - If You’re Injury-Free: Focus on Big Rocks
[35:34] - Daily Non-Negotiables & Small Compounding Wins
[38:02] - Mindset in Practice: Empowering Clients
[39:31] - Wrapping Up & How to Connect with Mike Bruno
Work with Mike Bruno:
Website: https://sites.google.com/navrehabchiropractic.com/nav/home?
Instagram: @navrehabchiropractic https://www.instagram.com/navrehabchiropractic/
Youtube: @Dr.MikeBruno
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