The Made 2 Move Podcast

In this episode of The Made 2 Move Podcast, physical therapist Hannah Breal @made2movept breaks down the 7 most common beliefs she sees holding patients back from actually solving their pain - and why changing what you think about your body matters just as much as any exercise or treatment. She covers everything from why pain doesn't equal damage, to the truth about impact and joint health, to why...

In this episode of The Made 2 Move Podcast, Hannah sits down with Dr. Margie Davenport — exercise physiologist and leading researcher in pregnancy and postpartum exercise — to answer the questions women actually have about pregnancy and postpartum exercise guidelines. Can you lift weights while pregnant? Is running or higher intensity exercise safe? Do you really need to stay under 140 bpm? When c...

In this episode of The Made 2 Move Podcast, physical therapist Hannah Breal breaks down what a rotator cuff tear actually means - and why this diagnosis doesn’t automatically require surgery or giving up lifting. Hannah explains how imaging can be misleading, why pain doesn’t always equal damage, and how to approach shoulder rehab with the right balance of modification and progression. If you’ve b...

Physical therapist Hannah Breal @made2movept sits down with the mastermind and founder of Made 2 Move, Yves Gege, to share the full origin story behind the brand. Yves shares what led him into physical therapy, the early influence of watching his sister’s PT, and the moment he realized the traditional insurance-based model wasn’t aligned with the kind of impact he wanted to have. From building an...

In this episode of The Made 2 Move Podcast, physical therapist Hannah Breal @made2movept shares her perspective on AI in healthcare, clinician burnout, and why the real problem isn’t technology - it’s the massive admin burden built into the system. Hannah breaks down how documentation, insurance, and volume-based care pull clinicians away from patients, where AI can help reduce administrative load...

In this episode of The Made 2 Move Podcast, Hannah sits down with her husband and business partner, Elliot, to share the story behind the decision that shaped Made 2 Move as it exists today. They talk about Elliot’s path into physical therapy, the early days of Prime Performance Rehab, and how two separate journeys became one shared mission. This conversation pulls back the curtain on the risks, l...

Before Made 2 Move was a clinic, it was a belief. In the first episode of The Made 2 Move Podcast, Hannah Breal (@made2movept) shares the personal story that led her into physical therapy - and nearly led her out of it. From discovering the power of movement to pushing back against fear-based rehab, this episode explains why Made 2 Move exists and what kind of healthcare she believes people actual...

Back pain is the leading cause of disability worldwide — and yet we’re still spending $50 billion a year on it without solving the problem. In this episode, Hannah (@made2movept) breaks down why the typical advice (perfect posture, endless adjustments, “don’t feel it in your back”) keeps us stuck in pain. She shares how our fear of back sensation has made us weaker, more fragile, and more likely t...

In this episode, Hannah (@made2movept) sits down with sports dietitian Alaine Mills, MS, RD, CSSD to talk about what athletes get wrong about nutrition versus what actually drives performance. They cover the biggest surprises Alaine sees with her athletes: chronic under-fueling, carb fear, protein obsession, and how meal timing can make or break energy and recovery, along with practical strategies...

In this episode, Hannah (@made2movept) tackles “tennis elbow” (lateral elbow tendinopathy) through a real CrossFit/pickleball case—what it is, why rest/ice/sleeves feel good but don’t fix it, and how tendons actually get better with the right mechanical loading. She breaks down the overflowing-cup model (calm symptoms, then build capacity), pain guardrails (≤ 3–4/10 with a 24–48 hr check), and a s...

In this episode, Hannah (@made2movept) dives into the rucking trend — walking with a weighted vest — and whether it really helps with bone density, muscle mass, and long-term health. She breaks down the science behind the hype, what studies actually show, and why strength and jump training still matter most for building stronger bones. You’ll learn how (and when) weighted vests can be helpful, wha...

What do dolphins, a 24-foot trailer called The Hog, and Charleston’s newest spin scene have in common? Kylie. In this week’s episode, I sat down with Kylie, founder of Hot Girl Cycle Club, to hear how she went from dolphin training to creating Charleston’s first traveling spin studio. Kylie shares the grit and sacrifices of her Seaworld career, how cycling became her escape, and how she turned a f...

In this episode, Hannah (@made2movept) tackles the outdated narrative that running is “bad for your knees.” She shares new research, a simple analogy for understanding pain, and her RAMP framework (Relative Rest, Assess, Move with Load, Progress) - the step-by-step system she uses to help runners train smarter, get stronger, and keep running for life. PMID: 9489830 PMID: 28504066 PMID: 36875337 Wa...

Back pain is one of the most common and most misunderstood health issues out there. In this episode, I sit down with Dr. James Eubanks, a board-certified specialist in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, to bust myths and explain why back pain is such a big problem today. We talk about why rest and fear-based approaches keep people stuck, why disc herniations can (and do) heal, and how movement...

If you’ve ever been told you can’t deadlift again after a back injury — this episode is for you. I break down why so many people get stuck in fear after a disc herniation, how back pain can take over your identity, and what it actually looks like to rebuild strength, confidence, and trust in your body. I talk about why disc herniations aren’t permanent, the real reason people stay in pain for year...

In this episode, Hannah sits down with Joe Traynor — strength coach, tactical athlete, and National Guard member — to talk about what it really means to be uncommon among uncommon people. Joe shares his journey from playing soccer in Portugal to coaching full-time in Charleston, and how his philosophy around fitness has evolved along the way. They dive into what tactical training actually looks li...

Got a meniscus tear? Feeling confused, nervous, or stuck? In this episode, Hannah – physical therapist and movement expert – breaks down what your MRI really means, when surgery is (and isn’t) necessary, and why pain doesn’t always mean damage. Learn how to stop the rest–reinjury cycle, what movements you don’t need to avoid forever, and the exact step-by-step rehab approach Hannah uses with clien...

Ever feel like the mental load of running a home is constantly weighing on you? In this episode, co-founder Christina of Graceful Spaces shares how thoughtful home organization and simple systems can transform your space and your peace of mind. She gives us simple, actionable tips to help you start organizing your home today without the overwhelm. From go-to products to easy systems that stick, sh...

Tired of injuries that just keep coming back? You're not alone. In this episode, Hannah explains what most people get wrong about recovery, why rest alone isn't enough, and how to build a body that’s more resilient than before. If you want to bounce back stronger and stop the cycle of re-injury, this one’s for you. Hannah walks through what the latest evidence and her experience as a physical ther...

Hannah sits down with Jackie DeMiro, founder of Revival Fitness Collective, a new strength-focused gym making waves in Charleston. Jackie shares her journey from coaching CrossFit to launching her own space alongside her husband Anthony—with a mission that’s evolved far beyond chasing competition. Born from a shift toward longevity, Revival offers smart training and personalized coaching without t...

In this episode, Hannah sits down with Athena Newell, a functional nurse practitioner and the visionary behind the new Stat Wellness location in Park Circle, Charleston. Athena shares her unconventional journey—from growing up in a military family to working in emergency and family medicine, and now to creating a care model grounded in personalized, functional wellness. The conversation covers str...

If you’ve been to Park Circle lately, you’ve probably heard whispers (or full-on raves) about Park Circle Yoga—and for good reason. In this episode, we sit down with Julie McLaughlin, co-owner of PCY, to explore how a shoulder injury, a pandemic-era yoga void, and a whole lot of heart turned into one of Charleston’s most welcoming wellness spaces. Julie shares her journey from injury and burnout t...

Tendon pain — it's one of the most annoying and stubborn issues for active people. In this episode of The Healthy Charleston Podcast, we break down why tendon injuries happen, what actually helps them heal, and the biggest mistakes that can slow down your progress. We’ll talk about why loading your tendons the right way is key (spoiler: heavy, slow resistance training is a game-changer) and how to...

Here’s the truth: your spine was made to move, and avoiding movement is making things worse. In this episode, Hannah shares three key things she does weekly (sometimes daily!) to keep her back strong and resilient. You’ll learn: Why your spine needs to move in every direction. The myth of “neutral” and why life doesn’t happen in perfect form. The power of lifting heavy things for a stronger, injur...

If you’re in Charleston and haven’t heard of Let’s Run Charleston (LRC), it’s time to lace up! Founded by the dynamic duo Ellie and Brad, LRC has grown from a simple idea of training for a half marathon into the city’s largest (and most inclusive) run club. With over 200 runners showing up weekly, LRC is all about fun, community, and making running accessible for all paces—whether you’re a seasone...