Making Movement Accessible with Inflammatory Arthritis, with Jamie Boder
On this episode, Cheryl sits down with personal trainer and yoga teacher Jamie Boder to explore how movement can be adapted for people living with inflammatory arthritis. Drawing from both his professional expertise and lived experience with axial spondyloarthritis and Crohn’s disease, Jamie shares how traditional fitness spaces often fail to meet the needs of fluctuating, unpredictable bodies. Together, they break down practical strategies for making exercise more accessible, sustainable, and personalized, from modifying movements to rethinking “progress” beyond just doing more.
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Show Notes
The conversation also dives into the emotional side of chronic illness, including fear of movement, the importance of interoception (body awareness), and how to avoid the boom–bust cycle of overdoing it. Cheryl and Jamie reflect on the shift from a “warrior” mindset to one rooted in acceptance, adaptability, and long-term self-care. Ultimately, this episode offers a hopeful, realistic perspective: that thriving with arthritis isn’t about pushing harder, it’s about finding what works for your body and building a life alongside it, not in spite of it.
Episode at a glance:
- 01:27 Jamie’s Diagnosis Journey
- 05:41 Processing The Reality Online
- 07:05 Gender And Community Support
- 11:50 From Isolation To Teaching
- 19:12 Why Accessibility Matters
- 22:59 Adaptations And Safer Strength
- 31:58 Interoception Explained
- 33:23 Proprioception and Arthritis
- 36:02 When Awareness Becomes Sensitivity
- 36:57 Progression Beyond Rehab Sheets
- 39:55 Progressive Overload in Flares
- 42:45 Just Right Challenge
- 43:09 Accessible Training Tools
- 45:47 Acceptance and Thriving
- 48:58 Community and Uncertainty
Medical disclaimer:
All content found on Arthritis Life public channels was created for generalized informational purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
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