My Go-to 4-step Pain Protocol

What’s your go-to activity when you’re feeling stressed?

Is it a walk around the block, a solo car ride with your favorite music blasting, or perhaps a dry scoop of pre-workout followed by an intense gym session?

Maybe it’s unwinding with a couple of cold drinks or a glass of red wine?

Whatever it is, just thinking about it likely provides a sense of calmness because you know how well that activity helps you melt away stress.

Over time, you’ve developed a “standard protocol” that you initiate whenever needed to manage stress.

But what about when you’re in pain or dealing with a flare-up? Do you have a similar protocol to help manage the pain and get you back to baseline?

You should develop one.

Learning to cope with pain is a crucial part of overcoming it.

Every client of mine who deals with stubborn pain and repeat flare-ups is taught how to create and utilize their own flare-up “standard protocol.”

Here’s a general one to try:

1️⃣ Breathe - Spend 2-3 minutes taking slow, deep breaths in a comfortable position without distractions.

2️⃣ Bend - Find ways to gently bend, stretch, and mobilize the area near (or directly at, if tolerable) the painful area.

3️⃣ Break - Temporarily avoid movements, positions, and activities that aggravate your pain.

4️⃣ Build - Slowly reintroduce the previously painful movements, positions, and activities. Continue building your recovery and pain/stress management through breathwork, proper sleep, hydration, and nutrition.

Follow these steps, and you’ll regain control over your day-to-day life while progressing toward a life beyond pain.

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Move beyond it.

Tyler

P.S. Want to learn how to build your own highly effective “pain protocol?”

Email me at hello@tylerkallasy.com to schedule a free 30-minute strategy call.

Or learn more about Beyond Pain 1:1 Coaching here.