In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Allison Heffron, a rehab-focused chiropractor, acupuncturist, and former nationally ranked Olympic weightlifter who specializes in helping strength athletes train through pain, not around it. With over a decade of clinical experience—and years of getting banged up in roller derby—Allison knows exactly what it takes to stay in the game long-term.
We dive into:
The 3 most common pain patterns she sees in seasoned lifters:
We talk about:
Why certain nagging pains keep coming back—even with good form
What pain after a session is actually telling you
How to manage discomfort without giving up your training
The mindset shifts strength athletes need to make to build true resilience
Her free webinar for lifters struggling with low back pain and the #1 takeaway she wants everyone to leave with.
Dr Allison Heffron
Instagram: @dr.allisonheffron
Website: https://bfsrehab.com/
Dr Heffron's free webinar on low back pain in strength training, May 8, 2025 here.
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