In this episode, I sit down with Laura Randall—an incredible osteopath and advocate for women’s health—to explore the real stories behind chronic pain, recovery, and the power of strength training and nutrition. 💪
We dive into Laura’s personal journey into osteopathy and why understanding musculoskeletal health has been such a game changer for both her and her clients. We talk honestly about the challenges women face with chronic pain, especially postnatally, and how hormonal changes can amplify everything from discomfort to emotional overwhelm. This conversation had so many lightbulb moments for me. We unpacked the fear of movement, the gaps in pain education, and how strength and muscle can not only support recovery—but build confidence too. 💥
We alsotouch on ADHD and mental health (something close to both of us), from navigating a diagnosis to exploring alternative coping mechanisms, mentorship, and how modern life affects our capacity to cope. We even get into how alcohol impacts focus and energy, and why self-care needs to be more than bubble baths and green juice. Whether you’re in recovery, feeling stuck, or just curious about how to better support your body and mind, this one’s for you. ✨
📖 Chapters
00:00 – HowLaura found osteopathy & what drew her in
03:00 – Whymusculoskeletal health matters 🦴
06:00 –Rethinking pain: what it really means
08:54 –Nutrition’s role in chronic pain 🍽️
12:02 – Whychronic pain hits women differently
14:57 – Thetruth about postnatal recovery 🤱
17:55 –Hormones, pain & the monthly rollercoaster
20:51 –Strength training as a form of resilience 💪
23:54 – Howeducation empowers recovery
26:53 –What’s often overlooked in women’s health
29:47 –Lifting weights to manage pain
33:12 –Food, strength & self-confidence
35:03 – MyADHD journey & diagnosis
39:55 –Coping without relying solely on meds
42:00 –Mentorship, movement & mindset
44:40 – Howmodern life can mess with our mental health
47:12 –Seeking balance (without the burnout)
52:23 – Thesneaky effects of alcohol 🍷
58:13 –Final thoughts & wellness takeaways 🌿
🔑 Key Takeaways
•Osteopathy is more than hands-on—it’s holistic
• Pain doesn’t always equal damage (this one’s huge!)
• Most women are under-supported in their recovery
• Understanding your body is the first step to healing
• Hormones affect everything—from pain to energy
• Strength training changed how I feel in my body
• Food fuels not just recovery, but mental health too
• ADHD looks different in women (especially under pressure)
• Exploring alternatives helped me feel more in control
• Alcohol quietly affects my focus and clarity
• Building muscle is vital as we age
• Wellness isn’t a one-size-fits-all—it’s personal
🎙️ Sound Bites You’ll Love
• “I wanted to nerd my way out of it.” 🤓
• “It’s all about education, isn’t it?”
• “Nutrition plays a massive part.”
• “Your body is designed to go out of balance.”
• “I think there’s a massive fear of movement.”
• “We need to change your dosage for a bit.”
• “I feel very strong and stable.”
• “I need to go and get diagnosed with ADHD.”
• “I can hyper concentrate for hours.”
• “It’s been quite a relief.”
• “Pain doesn’t always equal damage.”
• “Long term view is so important.” 🧭
🎧 Listen now
🎧 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JUQkl5TqjfU
📚 More Tools & Resources
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