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 32: Surprises in Movement

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We love good surprises—but the best ones are planned. In this episode, I break down why your body doesn’t “just get better” on its own. Progress in rehab follows a plan, whether you realize it or not. If you skip the...
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Ep 31: Preserve You

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We brush our teeth every day without thinking twice. But when it comes to movement, even 30 seconds feels like too much. In this episode, I break down why the smallest daily habits—like stretching—are the difference...
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Ep 30: Eat Your Vegetables

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Ep 29: You Are Not Katie Ledecky

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Summary Stop comparing yourself to elite athletes while living a completely different lifestyle. Progress starts with what you can do daily.   Key Takeaways   Your environment doesn’t match elite athletes—and that’s...
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Ep 28: Get The Most Out of You

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Summary You don’t need a new body—you need better habits. Swapping parts without changing behavior just resets the same problem.   Key Takeaways   A new body won’t fix old habits Movement quality > body...
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Ep 27: Make Getting Better Fun Again

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Summary:   If you’re not having fun, you’re probably not going to stick with it. Progress doesn’t just come from discipline—it comes from engagement.     Key Points: Performance improves when you actually enjoy what...
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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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