Thanks for sharing that, Daniel. I totally get it, balancing fitness and back pain is a tricky puzzle. From a physio perspective, the best advice is usually to stay active without pushing through pain. Try gentle walking, core-strengthening, and hip exercises, while avoiding long rest that can make your back feel stiff and weaker over time. Strong evidence supports this approach. Check out this resource: a 2024 review that highlights staying active, therapeutic exercise, and self-management as core strategies for low back pain. BioMed Central So tell me, when you head to the gym or go walking, do you notice pain building up during the activity, or does it hit more the next day?

@Dan Moreau Got it, Dan... If it’s worse the next day, usually it means the back was pushed a bit too much. Walking is great to keep. At the gym, try simple core work like bridges or bird dogs before heavy weights. I am preparing a course for health care providers that address the fitness aspect of our physical jobs...

#1 – Who are you, where are you from, and who do you care for or work with? I’m Nico, a physiotherapist based in North Vancouver. I work with a wide range of clients — from seniors at home, to athletes, to patients recovering from surgery or injury. I also collaborate closely with caregivers and rehab assistants, which is why I created this space. #2 – What do you want to learn or get out of being in this community? I’d love to hear what challenges caregivers face day-to-day, and to share simple, practical physio-informed tools that can make your work easier, safer, and more rewarding. #3 – For fun, what do you enjoy outside of caregiving/work?I enjoy spending time with my family — especially with my baby boy Teo — hiking, and exploring new business and creative projects. #4 – (Optional)Here’s my favorite “care tool”: a simple resistance band. It’s small, portable, and can unlock so many ways to help clients with strength and mobility.

Welcome, Natalie! Great to have you here. With your 8 years of caregiving experience, I know you’ll bring a lot of value to the group. I think you’ll really enjoy the upcoming modules on safe mobility and fall prevention — sounds like a perfect fit for what you’re looking to learn. And hiking + Mediterranean food? That’s a winning combo. Looking forward to your contributions and insights!

Correct! That’s exactly the idea. In Skool and in this community we really want members to engage. You’ll always have access to open free courses, and in the coming days and weeks I’ll be adding even more. Some other courses will also be free, but they’ll unlock through your participation — things like likes, comments, and sharing your own posts. Excited to see your contributions here!