The Alignment Lab

The Alignment Lab

Hosted by: Jessica and Jonny Hinds

We dive into the debate: Bench Press vs. Push-Up. Two iconic exercises, but which one deserves the spotlight in your workout routine?

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Pain That Moves is Better Than Pain That Sticks

Not all pain is a problem. In this episode, Jessica and Jonny explore the difference between pain that moves—the kind that signals adaptation, release, and change—and pain that sticks, the kind that lingers because...
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Systems Are Freedom

We tend to think freedom means doing whatever we want—but true freedom comes from rhythm, not rebellion. In this episode, Jessica and Jonny explore how systems create safety in the nervous system, and why...
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Guessing is Suffering

When you’re stuck guessing, you’re not creating—you’re reacting. In this episode, Jessica and Jonny explore how uncertainty pulls the nervous system into survival mode and why “just trying to figure it out” keeps you...
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Progress is a Pattern, But So Is Pain

Progress isn’t always momentum. Sometimes it’s repetition—the same lessons showing up in slightly different clothes. In this episode, Jessica and Jonny unpack why growth and pain often follow the same neurological and...
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Pain is a Message

Pain isn’t proof something’s wrong with you. It’s proof your body is still trying to get your attention. In this first episode of Invisible Work, Jessica and Jonny explore the hidden language of pain—why it isn’t just...
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The Golden Rule of Healing

When you're healing — whether it's from injury, alignment work, or chronic pain — the way pain moves matters more than whether it’s still there. In this episode, we dive into the Golden Rule of real healing: why...
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A Conversation About Dealing with Pain

In this honest and deeply personal episode, we open up about pain—what it really is, how it shows up in the body, and how to know when it’s time to address it with more than movement. Jonny shares his decision to move...
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Mid-Range Reps

This episode covers the who, why, and how of doing Mid-Range Reps—a technique used to build strength and control in the most mechanically advantageous part of a movement. Mid-range reps typically avoid both the fully...
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The Beginner’s Yoga Sequence: How a Simple Yoga Sequence Transformed Lives Across the Globe

Are you new to yoga or looking to refine your foundation? In this episode, we break down The Beginner’s Sequence, a system designed to build strength, improve alignment, and enhance movement efficiency. Originally...
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Grease the Groove vs Isometric Training

Grease the Groove, and Isometric Training are two distinct methods with unique histories, benefits, and applications. Both have gained traction among athletes, fitness enthusiasts, and those seeking practical ways to...
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The Myths and Truths of Core Training

We’ve been sold the idea that a six-pack is the pinnacle of health, but achieving one often requires extreme dieting, unsustainable habits, and neglect of more important aspects of fitness. We dive deep into this...
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Olympic Lifts vs Kettlebells

We discuss the history of Olympic lifting and kettlebells, highlighting their origins and evolution. We also discuss what we feel is superior and what is best for your goals.
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