Ep. 69 - Erin Lee DPT: CrossFit to Physical Therapy and Pelvic Floor Health

Kanna Fitness Radio

Get ready for an enriching chat with Erin Farmer, also known as Erin Lee DPT on Instagram. Listen in as we walk down memory lane, exploring her journey from her original CrossFit days to owning two affiliates, and then venturing back to school to become a physical therapist. We also get candid about her current private practice and remote fitness coaching, and reminisce about the trials of starting an affiliate in Philadelphia.

We explore the critical aspects of women's health, pregnancy, postpartum, and pelvic floor health with Erin. Discover why advocating for yourself during pre- and post-pregnancy physical therapy is vital and learn about the signs and symptoms that should not be overlooked. Erin enlightens us on how to find a trauma-informed pelvic health practitioner and the importance of adapting to various movements such as running, jumping, and sneezing post-pregnancy.

Tune in as we discuss the emotional impact of training during pregnancy and the effects of strength levels and genetics on recovery. We touch on the importance of seeking out a pelvic health practitioner for post-pregnancy issues, even if the pregnancy was years ago. We also talk about the struggles faced by many pelvic health providers due to insurance models and the benefits of seeking out cash-based PTs. Wrapping up our conversation, Erin shares her vision to create a safe space for mindfulness and meditation practices.

Follow Erin on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/erinleedpt/

(0:00:08) - Erin Farmer's Health Journey

Erin Farmer (Erin Lee DPT) shares her journey from OG CrossFit to owning two affiliates and becoming a physical therapist, discussing women's health, pregnancy, postpartum, pelvic floor health, private practice, and remote coaching.

(0:09:48) - Exploring Pelvic Health and PT School

Erin Farmer shares her journey from CrossFit to PT school, balancing family life and managing chronic back pain.

(0:21:38) - Pelvic Health and Advocating for Yourself

Advocate for pre- and post- pregnancy physical therapy; consider timeline, signs/symptoms, and finding a good pelvic health physical therapist.

(0:27:22) - Pelvic Health Practitioner and Postpartum Care

Erin Farmer shares how to care for the pelvic floor pre- and post- pregnancy, advocating for oneself and adapting to unexpected changes.

(0:38:33) - Postpartum Mental Health and Physical Recovery

Erin Farmer shares tips for post-pregnancy physical therapy, advocating for recovery, and understanding recovery timelines.

(0:50:57) - Pregnancy's Impact on Training and Health

Pregnancy training discussed, including motor patterns, motor learning, risks, emotions, and post-pregnancy care.

(0:56:20) - Insurance Models and Pelvic Health Providers

Pelvic health providers face challenges due to insurance models, cash-based PTs can help, training during pregnancy, motor patterns and motor learning, and advocating for yourself pre- and post- pregnancy.

(1:11:14) - Mindfulness Space and Contact Information

Erin Farmer seeks to create a safe space for mindfulness and meditation, while being mindful of risks associated with training during pregnancy.

Keywords:

Women's Health, Pregnancy, Postpartum, Pelvic Floor Health, Private Practice, Remote Fitness Coaching, CrossFit, Advocacy, Trauma-Informed Practitioner, Postpartum Care, Mental Health, Physical Recovery, Training During Pregnancy, Strength Levels, Genetics, Insurance Models, Pelvic Health Providers, Mindfulness, Meditation, Motor Patterns, Motor Learning, Cash-Based PTs