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The Pain Free Formula

The Pain Free Formula

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The Pain Free Formula with Stacey Roberts -- Tired of chasing symptoms and temporary fixes? The Pain Free Formula is your go-to podcast for uncovering the real reasons behind pain—and finding lasting solutions. Hosted by bestselling author, practitioner, and educator Stacey Roberts, this show blends science-backed strategies, functional medicine insights, and real-life success stories to help you move better, feel better, and live pain-free. Whether you're dealing with chronic pain, joint issues, or unexplained aches, Stacey dives deep into the overlooked causes of pain, from gut health to hormones, inflammation, and biomechanics. Each episode equips you with practical, proven tools to take control of your health—without surgery, medications, or endless treatments. Discover what’s really causing your pain, learn holistic, science-based solutions and reclaim your energy, mobility, and vitality Your body is designed to heal—let’s unlock the formula to make it happen. Learn more: https://newyouhealthandwellness.com/© New You Health and Wellness 2025 Alternative & Complementary Medicine Hygiene & Healthy Living Physical Illness & Disease
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  • 52 | Stephen Linzmeier - Wisconsin Sports Performance Spotlight: Should You Lift Heavy Weights?

    52 | Stephen Linzmeier - Wisconsin Sports Performance Spotlight: Should You Lift Heavy Weights?
    Mar 17 2026
    Ever wondered why so many experts urge you to “lift heavy” even as you age? Are you secretly worried you’ll get injured, or that it’s too late to start?In this episode, host Stacey Roberts sits down with Wisconsin Sports Performance founder, Stephen Linzmeier, a coach with a game-changing approach to building lifelong strength and resilience.You’ll discover the most common mistakes people make when starting (or restarting) heavy lifting, how it’s not just about muscle but true power and confidence, and why injury prevention is the foundation you can’t skip. Hear real-life breakthroughs from a 70-year-old client deadlifting 200 pounds, to how setbacks fueled personal and athletic transformation.Don’t wait: Tune in now to discover proven ways to move, feel, and live better before pain or fear hold you back. This episode unpacks actionable solutions and mindset shifts you won’t find anywhere else.Timestamped Highlights[00:00:00] – The “ice slip” test: why power matters, especially in Wisconsin winters[00:02:22] – How a small-town athlete learned real strength after being cut[00:05:14] – From dream school setback to embracing a purpose-driven path[00:09:14] – Why women benefit deeply from strength training—the hamburger analogy revealed[00:16:28] – Meet Carla, age 70, deadlifting 200 lbs and redefining limits[00:20:52] – The silent risk: losing muscle power as we age (and what to do about it)[00:24:14] – Two injury-proof exercises to ignite your comeback—no weights needed[00:26:42] – Flexibility, fear, and why a supportive coach makes all the differenceAbout The GuestMeet Stephen Linzmeier, the mastermind behind Wisconsin Sports Performance, a one-of-a-kind gym that caters to athletes of all ages and adults looking to achieve their fitness goals. As a former collegiate strength coach, Stephen brings his vast knowledge and cutting-edge training techniques to his clients to provide them with the results they desire.What sets Wisconsin Sports Performance apart is its ability to create a fun and engaging environment that athletes will want to return to. For athletes ages 12 and up, their program focuses on increasing strength, power, speed, and agility, and includes weekly testing of vertical and 20-yard dash. Meanwhile, for adults, the program is a combination of circuit training and strength training that helps them lose inches fast.But who is Stephen Linzmeier, and how did he become the powerhouse behind this incredible gym? Born and raised in Manitowoc, WI, Stephen realized he could get paid to train athletes while in high school. He went on to earn his Exercise and Sports Science degree from UW-L and worked as an assistant strength coach at Butler University and the University of Indianapolis.In 2014, Lincoln Memorial University in TN chose Stephen to start up their strength program and lead 12 athletic programs, a ride he describes as fun, as the Men's basketball team won 4 conference championships and went to back-to-back Final 4s. He then took the strength coach position at Brookfield East, where he helped football and women's swimming win a state title. This led to the opening of Wisconsin Sports Performance on December 1st, 2021, a dream that had been burning within Stephen for a long time.Stephen's favorite part of his job is seeing athletes and adults achieve goals they never thought possible while building a love for the weight room. To connect with Stephen and learn more about Wisconsin Sports Performance, you can follow them on Instagram @WISportsPerformance, visit their website at wisconsinsportsperformance.com, or call/text (414) 409-8707 or email linz@wisconsinsportsperformance.com.In summary, Wisconsin Sports Performance is the gym you've been searching for if you're an athlete looking to increase your strength, power, speed, and agility or an adult looking to lose inches fast. With Stephen Linzmeier at the helm, you can rest assured that you'll be in the hands of a true fitness expert who is passionate about helping his clients achieve their goals.🔗 LinkedIn | Website | Instagram | Facebook | EmailMentioned Resources:YouTube - Wisconsin Sports PerformanceSplit squat, iso hold, and TRX bodyweight exercisesPNF stretching techniquesButler UniversityLincoln Memorial UniversityUniversity of Wisconsin-La CrosseRoad AmericaGearboxValders High SchoolImportant LinksPain-Free Formula Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-pain-free-formula/id1802518411Free eBooks - https://newyouhealthandwellness.com/ebooksBiomechanics: When Movement MattersHeal Your Gut, Heal Your Pain - The Gut Joint Axis: A Missing Link to Joint and Muscle HealthHormones: A Missing Piece in Pain ReliefStacey’s Book on Amazon - https://www.amazon.ca/Pain-Free-Formula-Solving-Injections/dp/0998183717 New You Health and Wellness Website - https://newyouhealthandwellness.comAbout the HostStacey Roberts, PT, MBA, MSN, RN, is an Amazon bestselling author, physical therapist, ...
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    34 mins
  • 51 | Are Your Spring Greens Helping... or Hurting?

    51 | Are Your Spring Greens Helping... or Hurting?
    Mar 10 2026
    What if pain isn’t just a symptom, but a secret messenger from your body… one that you could finally decode? In this eye-opening episode, Stacey Roberts peels back the hype on spring greens, inflammation, and the little-known connection between your gut and your joints. She reveals why “healthy” foods like spinach aren’t always so innocent and how personalizing your plate can accelerate true healing. From science-backed smoothie secrets to real-life stories of unexpected food sensitivity, you’ll hear exactly how to stop chasing symptoms and finally break free from pain.Don’t wait. Tune in now to avoid years of frustration, learn practical anti-inflammatory rituals you won’t find anywhere else, and discover why your next bite could change everything.Timestamped Highlights[00:00:00] – Shocking truth: Why spinach can cause inflammation for some[00:01:23] – Spring cravings decoded—your body’s natural wisdom revealed[00:02:52] – The 7-day experiment that dropped real inflammatory markers[00:04:34] – The Gut-Joint Axis: How smoothies can soothe pain (or spark it)[00:06:17] – Stacy’s personal wake-up call: When “healthy” became harmful[00:07:41] – Customizing your healing: The myth of one-size-fits-all foods[00:09:22] – How your gut diversity holds the key to pain-free living[00:13:31] – Simple grocery swaps and recipes for instant anti-inflammatory winsReferences:Life Diet: Perzia B, Ying GS, Dunaief JL, Dunaief DM. Once-Daily Low Inflammatory Foods Everyday (LIFE) Smoothie or the Full LIFE Diet Lowers C-Reactive Protein and Raises Plasma Beta-Carotene in 7 Days. Am J Lifestyle Med. 2020 Oct 5;16(6):753-764. doi: 10.1177/1559827620962458. PMID: 36389047; PMCID: PMC9644139.Important LinksPain-Free Formula Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-pain-free-formula/id1802518411Free eBooks - https://newyouhealthandwellness.com/ebooksBiomechanics: When Movement MattersHeal Your Gut, Heal Your Pain - The Gut Joint Axis: A Missing Link to Joint and Muscle HealthHormones: A Missing Piece in Pain ReliefStacey’s Book on Amazon - https://www.amazon.ca/Pain-Free-Formula-Solving-Injections/dp/0998183717 New You Health and Wellness Website - https://newyouhealthandwellness.comAbout the HostStacey Roberts, PT, MBA, MSN, RN, is an Amazon bestselling author, physical therapist, registered nurse, and functional medicine specialist with 30+ years of experience. She founded and runs New You Health and Wellness in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin. Her program, detailed in her book, The Pain-Free Formula; Solving The Puzzle of Muscle and Joint Pain Without Surgery, Drugs or Injections, has helped thousands overcome chronic pain and reclaim their vitality.The Pain-Free Formula Podcast is brought to you by Stacey Roberts. Production and editing by Podcast Your Brand.Medical DisclaimerInformation in this program, as well as any information provided by New You Health and Wellness and its subsidiaries, is provided for informational purposes only. This information is not intended as a substitute for the advice provided by a licensed physician or other healthcare professional, or any information contained on or in any product label or packaging that we supply. Do not use the information on this website or podcast for diagnosing or treating a health problem or disease or prescribing medication or other treatment. Always speak with your physician or other healthcare professional before taking any medication or nutritional, herbal or homeopathic supplement or using any treatment for a health problem. If you have or suspect that you have a medical problem, contact your health provider promptly. Do not disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking professional advice because of something you have read or heard in this program. Information provided in this program and any other presented by New You Health and Wellness LLC, and the use of any products or services purchased from New You Health and Wellness LLC by you does not create a doctor-patient relationship or healthcare provider-patient relationship between you and any of the health professionals affiliated with our website or clinic. Information and statements regarding dietary supplements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. Nothing stated or posted on this site or in this podcast or available through any services is intended to be and must not be taken to be the practice of medical or counseling care. For purposes of this agreement, the practice of medicine and counseling includes, without limitations, psychiatry, psychology, psychotherapy or providing healthcare, treatment instructions, diagnosis, prognosis or advice.
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    21 mins
  • 50 | Pain Free Formula Local Spotlight: Life Beyond Gluten with Traci Morgan-Hoernke

    50 | Pain Free Formula Local Spotlight: Life Beyond Gluten with Traci Morgan-Hoernke
    Mar 3 2026
    Ever felt overwhelmed by diet restrictions, searching for real food that heals, not harms? What if the right baked treat could help your body and spirit—no sacrifice, no settling?In this uplifting episode, Stacey Roberts sits down with Traci Morgan-Hoernke, founder of MOR Bakehouse, to share her astonishing journey from desperate food allergy mom to pioneering gluten-free baker.Together, they reveal hard-won truths about parenting through health crises, surviving as a small business during COVID, and why “gluten-free” doesn’t always mean “healthy.” Want proven gluten-free strategies, the truth about food labels, or simply hope for pain relief and resilience? Tune in to get game-changing insights and real answers you won’t find anywhere else.Listen now to discover how a single cupcake can spark healing, not just for your taste buds, but for your whole life… because waiting means missing out on the transformation you deserve.Timestamped Highlights[00:00] – A life-changing diagnosis, a mother’s heartbreak, and a cupcake that sparked a movement[00:03:00] – Allergy mysteries unraveled: When healthy foods make you sick, where do you turn?[00:07:43] – The rebel in the room: How one mom refused “just treat the symptom” medicine[00:08:55] – Fate on 6th and Lincoln: The accidental path to America’s first gluten-free store[00:11:45] – Gluten-free breakthrough: Incredible changes when you finally ditch the grains[00:13:01] – When “Nothing is wrong” isn’t good enough: Advocating for real answers and new diagnoses[00:19:03] – Pandemic pivots: Crushing loss, business rebirth, and baking for sanity[00:27:05] – Secret weapon recipes: Why nutrition (not just “gluten-free”) matters for true wellnessAbout The GuestTraci Morgan-Hoernke is the founder and owner of MOR Bakehouse, Milwaukee’s dedicated gluten-free bakery. Driven by her son’s severe food allergies and her own experiences, Traci has pioneered nutrient-rich, whole-grain gluten-free recipes that offer comfort and health without compromise. Through MOR Bakehouse and years of advocacy, she’s become a beacon for those battling food sensitivities, delivering community, quality, and genuine hope for health.🔗 LinkedIn | Website | FacebookMentioned ResourcesUniversity of Chicago Celiac Disease CenterDr. Alessio FasanoDr. Stefano GuandaliniGluten-Free Trading CompanyBarbara’s Bakery (allergy-friendly snacks)The Dirty Dozen (EWG produce pesticide guide)Ripple (plant-based milk)Molly’s Gluten-Free BakerySCORE (business mentoring)WBIC (Wisconsin Women’s Business Initiative Corp)Small Business Development CenterImportant LinksPain-Free Formula Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-pain-free-formula/id1802518411Free eBooks - https://newyouhealthandwellness.com/ebooksBiomechanics: When Movement MattersHeal Your Gut, Heal Your Pain - The Gut Joint Axis: A Missing Link to Joint and Muscle HealthHormones: A Missing Piece in Pain ReliefStacey’s Book on Amazon - https://www.amazon.ca/Pain-Free-Formula-Solving-Injections/dp/0998183717New You Health and Wellness Website - https://newyouhealthandwellness.comAbout the HostStacey Roberts, PT, MBA, MSN, RN, is an Amazon bestselling author, physical therapist, registered nurse, and functional medicine specialist with 30+ years of experience. She founded and runs New You Health and Wellness in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin. Her program, detailed in her book, The Pain-Free Formula; Solving The Puzzle of Muscle and Joint Pain Without Surgery, Drugs or Injections, has helped thousands overcome chronic pain and reclaim their vitality.The Pain-Free Formula Podcast is brought to you by Stacey Roberts. Production and editing by Podcast Your Brand.Medical DisclaimerInformation in this program, as well as any information provided by New You Health and Wellness and its subsidiaries, is provided for informational purposes only. This information is not intended as a substitute for the advice provided by a licensed physician or other healthcare professional, or any information contained on or in any product label or packaging that we supply. Do not use the information on this website or podcast for diagnosing or treating a health problem or disease or prescribing medication or other treatment. Always speak with your physician or other healthcare professional before taking any medication or nutritional, herbal or homeopathic supplement or using any treatment for a health problem. If you have or suspect that you have a medical problem, contact your health provider promptly. Do not disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking professional advice because of something you have read or heard in this program. Information provided in this program and any other presented
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