Mind Your Soul Podcast | Episode: The Movement Prescription with Tom Swalesšļø
About this episode:What if pain isnāt just physical, but deeply rooted in how our brain perceives safety?
In todayās episode, Iām joined by Tom Swales, physiotherapist, strength coach, and founder of the Advanced Movement Therapist (AMT) Certification.
Tomās journey through a life-threatening health crisis reshaped his understanding of healing, recovery, and high performance by focusing on the nervous system and the brainās role in pain and resilience.
We explore:
š¹ Why traditional rehab often misses the mark
š¹ The neuroscience behind pain and how movement can rewire the brain
š¹ How movement literacy promotes neuroplasticity and long-term healing
š¹ Common neurological blocks that limit recovery and performance
š¹ Practical neurohacks for fast pain relief and improved movement
š¹ What resilience really means beyond strength trainingWhether youāre a clinician, athlete, or simply someone navigating pain or burnout, Tomās insights will change the way you think about movement and healing.
š Free resources from Tom Swales:Complimentary access to Tomās Self-Awareness Movement (SAM) Scan courseš Use code SAMFREE here: https://amtcertified.teachable.com/purchase?product_id=5217620Free masterclass: 8 Neurohacks for Rapid Client Results ā learn how to reduce pain and get moving faster in 60 seconds or lessš www.amtcertified.caConnect with Tom:Instagram: @swales.tomWebsite: www.amtcertified.ca