Better with Brando

Better with Brando

Hosted by: Brando Lakes

Better with Brando is a solo podcast by movement visionary and physical therapist Brando Lakes. Each episode breaks down the myths, systems, and everyday BS keeping you in pain — and offers real, unapologetic truth...

Episodes

Ep 26: Flirting With Getting Healthy

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Summary: You say you want to feel better—but are you actually committed? Progress doesn’t come from knowing what to do. It comes from doing it consistently.    Key Points:   Being “half in, half out” slows...
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Ep 25: Habits Make You Independent

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Summary: Doing the same thing over and over isn’t crazy—it’s how you build habits that actually improve your life. But not all habits help. Some quietly make things worse.   Key Points: Consistency builds trust—in...
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Ep 24: It's Not Me, It's You (Own Your Recovery)

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Summary: Your progress isn’t determined by what happens in sessions—it’s determined by what you do outside of them. At some point, results come down to ownership. Key Points: Why progress stalls between...
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Ep 23: Arthritis Doesn't Equal Pain

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Summary: Just because it shows up on an X-ray doesn’t mean it has to show up in your life. Imaging findings don’t always explain your pain—and they definitely don’t define your future.   Key Points:   Wear and tear...
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Ep 22: Run Through the Line

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Summary: You’ve put in the work—now stop slowing down when it’s time to level up. Progress doesn’t stop at “feeling better.” It continues through action, confidence, and finishing strong.   Key Points:   Why people...
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Ep 21: You Skipped Maintenance

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Summary: A sudden injury isn’t always sudden. In this episode, I talk about how lack of preparation and recovery can lead to breakdown—and how simple maintenance can keep you moving long-term.   Key...
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Ep 20: I Can't Fix What You Do All Day

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Summary: You might get temporary relief from treatment—but what you do all day matters more. This episode is about ownership, awareness, and why no one can fix your body for you.   Key Points: Lack of awareness is a...
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Ep 19: Your Body Is Always Adapting

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Summary: Even when you’re resting, your body is adapting—and not always in your favor. In this episode, I break down why doing “nothing” can actually make things worse, and how small, consistent movement can start to...
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Ep 18: Relief or Resolution

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If you keep chasing quick fixes—but your pain keeps coming back—this episode is for you. Many people rely on passive treatments like massages or adjustments for temporary relief. But without changing daily habits and...
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Ep 17: There Is No "Movement Fairy"

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You didn't just wake up with bad posture, stiffness, or pain. There's no "movement fairy" making things worse overnight. Your body is a reflection of what you do every day--your habits, your positions, and how you...
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Ep 16: Pain Isn't The Problem

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What if your pain isn’t something to fear—but something trying to help you? In this episode, I break down a simple but powerful idea: pain is communication. Just like a baby cries to signal a need, your body uses pain...
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Ep 15: A Powerful Motivator

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Pain can be a powerful motivator—but sometimes comfort wins. In this episode, Brando talks about a challenge many people face in recovery: wanting to feel better without making the changes necessary to improve. He...
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