2 Jul 2026 01:23
109 - How Fascia Holds Your Pain, Trauma, and Weight - And How to Release It with Deanna Hansen
What if the real source of chronic pain, anxiety, poor posture, and stubborn weight isn't your muscles, but your fascia?
I am so excited to be sitting down today with Deanna Hansen, founder of Fluid Isometrics and Block Therapy, to add another dimension to the fascia topic on the podcast. Today we explore more on the powerful role fascia plays in your health, movement, emotions, and longevity.
In 2000, Deanna experienced a major breakthrough. Her large, heavy body stored much pain and she felt weighed down and depressed. While experiencing the worst of a series of anxiety attackIn 2000, Deanna intuitively pushed her hand into her abdomen and, at that moment, began a path of self-discovery.
Deanna talks fascia and Block Therapy, a fascia release method she devised that uses sustained pressure with a specially designed wooden block to release adhesions, which in turn restores circulation, improves posture, reduces pain, and supports the body's own innate healing capacity.
Whether you're interested in fascia release, mobility, chronic pain relief, biohacking, longevity, athletic performance, or optimizing your physical and mental health, this episode offers insights that could change how you think about your body forever.
In this fascinating conversation, you'll learn:
⏱️ TIMESTAMPS
1:07 Introduction and Block Therapy starter pack offer
4:20 Meet Deanna Hansen and the story behind Block Therapy
7:32 Deanna's chronic pain, anxiety and weight gain despite exercise
11:32 26 years of body transformation through fascia work
12:41 What fascia is and why it matters for your health
13:26 How trauma becomes stored in the fascia
15:18 Fascia decompression and restoring blood flow
15:49 The three pillars of Block Therapy
18:18 The diaphragm and the hidden effects of trauma
23:33 Why proper breathing supports weight loss
24:29 Why exhaling is more important than inhaling
25:48 Carbon dioxide and how your body absorbs oxygen
26:16 Activating the vagus nerve with your breath
27:29 Why Block Therapy starts with the core
27:59 Why healthy feet create a healthy body
30:40 Block Buddy and Block Baby explained
35:08 Why intense exercise can damage the fascia
38:38 Can you do too much Block Therapy
42:42 The real secret to healthy skin and natural beauty
46:49 What rib releases are and why they happen
48:47 Emotional releases fever and other healing responses
51:44 Tongue decompression and facial transformation
1:00:32 Where to learn Block Therapy and get the free towel series
**Please note that the starter kit, which includes the beautiful block buddy, Fascia Foundations starter program and the Fascia Decompression ebook, is going from $197 to $297 as of July 10th, 2026!!**
Connect with Deanna and her work:
Website: www.blocktherapy.com
NOTE: The Block Therapy Starter Kit is increasing from $197 to $297 as of July 10th, so act now to save big!
Face Lifter Program (this is what I started with)
Block Therapy Fascia Decompression Sampler - Free Gift!
Fascia and Feet Guide - Free Gift!
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