Move better. Feel better. Get back to the life you love.

Imagine Feeling + Moving Better After 4 Weeks
The first drop of programming available to get you back in action after injury or a long break from movement is here. If you're ready to put what you've been hearing on the podcast into practice, this is for you.

Request An Invite

This online coaching program is designed by coaches Dusty and Josh and spine physician Dr. Lavelle, which means every movement is intentional, scalable, and grounded in both real-world training experience and clinical insight. Each exercise is accompanied by explanation and coaching around the do's and don't of form, and workouts can be started on-demand within the programming schedule, so that you can get back into the drivers seat of your movement journey without having to guess along the way.Whether you’re coming back from pain, inactivity, or just want to move better than you have in years, this is your invitation to put what we talk about on the podcast into action. Think of these first 4 weeks as your on-ramp back for getting back to doing what you love.

This program does not create a coach-client or medical professional-patient relationship. The coaching provided is not a substitute for professional medical diagnosis, treatment, or rehabilitation.
Individual results may vary.

What to Expect

Watch Rebuilding the Back Free Now

Get a taste of what's possible with smart scaling and functional training with this full-length training video.Josh walks through a practical, step-by-step process for rebuilding the back using movement—not fear, not avoidance, and not the “don’t do that” mindset most people get stuck in.You’ll learn how to move with discomfort, how to choose performance-based goals instead of chasing pain relief, and how to scale movements so they feel safe, doable, and repeatable.

Listen to the Podcast

Hosted by Dr. John Lavelle, Josh Bunch, and Dusty Holden, Back in Action combines spine medicine and fitness coaching to challenge traditional approaches to pain. This podcast helps you move better, feel better, and live better with practical tools for back pain, recovery, and strength training.

Find It Where You Listen

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN
- How back pain doesn’t always mean damage—and what pain signals really tell you.
- Why fear of movement can slow recovery and how to overcome it.
- Smart strength training and mobility tips for life with (or after) back pain.
- Spine health or movement myths that hold people back—and how to stay strong.WHO THIS SHOW IS FOR
- Anyone dealing with back pain, sciatica, or recurring injuries who wants practical, movement-based solutions.
- People who feel stuck between medical advice and staying active—and want to know when to move, rest, or seek help.
- Lifters, athletes, and everyday movers who want to train without fear of injury.
- Anyone who’s been told to “stop moving” or “just rest” but knows motion is medicine.
- Coaches, personal trainers, or clinicians who want to understand real-world strategies for pain and recovery.
- People curious about spine health, mobility, and aging well—and how to keep living an active life.ABOUT THE HOSTS
Dr. John Lavelle is a spine physician helping people heal without unnecessary interventions. Josh Bunch is a strength and conditioning coach who simplifies movement and builds durable strength. Dusty Holden is a fitness coach passionate about empowering people to move confidently and pain-free.

Rethink pain. Rebuild strength.
Get back to doing what you love.

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