Restore To Explore

Mar 04 2025 147 ep. 61 mins 51
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Welcome to the ‘Restore To Explore’ podcast, hosted by Nick, Jim, Mac and Andy from The Foot Collective. We’re on a mission to empower humans to restore their natural health and function from the ground up so they can explore movement and life with freedom and confidence. #R2E

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What If Your Cleats Were Designed Specifically for YOUR Feet? How 3D-Printed Shoes Could Be the Edge Athletes Need w/ Oliver Brossmann

Mar 04 2025 44 mins  
In this episode of the Restore to Explore podcast, Nick interviews Oliver Brossmann, founder of Prevolve Footwear. Oliver shares his journey from being a soccer player with knee pain to creating custom 3D printed cleats. He discusses the challenges faced in the development process, the evolution of his product, and the significant impact that proper footwear can have on athletic pe

How to Make Movement a Habit (Even When You’re Stuck at a Desk!) – The Secret to Pain-Free Productivity w/ Ali & Sohail

Feb 25 2025 61 mins  
In this conversation, Jim Dooner interviews Ali and Sohail, the creators of Movemate, a product designed to promote movement in sedentary environments. They discuss the origins of Movemate, which stemmed from Ali's thesis project, and how personal experiences with injury and sedentary lifestyles led to the development of this innovative tool. The conversation explores the challenge

He Shouldn’t Be Able to Walk… But He Broke a MARATHON World Record on Crutches! w/ Mick Marshall

Feb 18 2025 78 mins  
In this powerful episode, we sit down with Mick Marshall, an endurance athlete whose life changed forever after a devastating workplace accident. Once an ultramarathon runner, Mick suffered severe leg injuries that required multiple surgeries and left him having to learn to walk again—three times. He opens up about his battle with chronic pain, PTSD, and the struggle of rebuildin

The Story Behind the World's Biggest Barefoot Shoe Event w/ Anya Jensen

Feb 11 2025 67 mins  
In this episode of the Restore to Explore podcast, Mac Lyon speaks with Anya Jensen, the founder of Anya's Reviews and a prominent figure in the barefoot shoe movement. Anya shares her journey from experiencing chronic foot pain to becoming a leading advocate for natural footwear. The conversation covers the evolution of her blog, the challenges of running a retail store, and

What is Natural Foot Function & How to Restore it w/ Jim & Tom

Feb 04 2025 97 mins  
Welcome to Season 4!  🎬 We’re kicking off the new season with a bang! In this episode, Jim Dooner (Physiotherapist | Head of TFC Training) and Tom Williams (Head Physiotherapist | TFC Pro Educator) are back to dive deep into a topic that’s at the core of everything we do at The Foot Collective: ‘What Is Natural Foot Function & How to Restore It’ In this jam

FOOTNOTE: The History Of Footwear

Sep 17 2024 29 mins  
Introducing a new style of episode on the Restore To Explore Podcast: 'FOOTNOTES'. These shorter episodes, brought to you by Jim, Mac, Nick, and Tom, will delve into specific concepts and conditions to help educate you on common causes and rehab methods based on the latest research. 'FOOTNOTES' are concise, actionable insights taken from our original longer-form episodes, desi

How The Way You Breathe Affects Your Foot Function (And Vice Versa) w/ Tom Williams

Sep 10 2024 69 mins  
In this episode of the Restore To Explore podcast, Jim talks with Tom Williams from Breath Performance Physio about the correlation between breath & foot function. Tom speaks on how to best practise breathing techniques that can be incorporated into your balance training. Visit Tom's Breath Performance Instagram Page Here: You can book an appointment with Tom in Brisb

The True Story Behind Toe Shoes w/ Robert Fliri

Sep 03 2024 77 mins  
Robert Fliri, an Italian designer and innovator in footwear design, shares his journey of reconnecting with nature and developing the concept of natural footwear. He grew up in the mountains, surrounded by nature, and was always drawn to technology and mechanical engineering. However, he felt a disconnect when he entered the world of design and decided to create a footwear prototyp

Why You Should Restore To Explore w/ Jim & Mac

Aug 27 2024 63 mins  
In this special 100th episode of the Restore To Explore Podcast Jim and Mac explain how the show got its name! If you’re new to the podcast or have been listening along for a while this a great episode to get you up to speed on what The Foot Collective is all about.  Follow Jim on Instagram Here: TFC Helpful Links: Free Training Explorer Membership Free Ebook (The Guide To

FOOTNOTE: What To Do If You Have An Ankle Sprain

Aug 20 2024 24 mins  
Introducing a new style of episode on the Restore To Explore Podcast: 'FOOTNOTES'. These shorter episodes, brought to you by Jim, Mac, Nick, and Tom, will delve into specific concepts and conditions to help educate you on common causes and rehab methods based on the latest research. 'FOOTNOTES' are concise, actionable insights taken from our original longer-form episodes, desi