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The Confident Body Show

Jun 10, 2026

This week on The Confident Body Show, host Michael Dermansky is joined by Rob Gregory, who shares his personal journey of overcoming back pain and building a stronger, more resilient body through clinical Pilates and strength training.

Rob reflects on the challenges of managing back injuries, the lessons he learned...


Jun 2, 2026

This week on The Confident Body Show, Michael Dermansky is joined by Connor Sjogren to explore one of the most common reasons people seek healthcare: back pain.

Together, they unpack why back pain occurs, the most common conditions affecting the lower back, and why many people struggle to find lasting relief. Michael...


Apr 24, 2026

This week on The Confident Body Show, Michael Dermansky is joined by Will Ryan for an in-depth conversation on osteoarthritis, unpacking why it is far more than a simple wear-and-tear condition. 

The conversation unpacks the underlying factors that contribute to osteoarthritis, including the role of cartilage, bone,...


Jan 29, 2026

This week on The Confident Body Show, Michael Dermansky is joined by David Smith to explore why strength training becomes essential for women during and after menopause, and how training smarter (not harder) leads to better long-term results.

The conversation unpacks the key physiological changes that occur during...


Dec 17, 2025

This week on The Confident Body Show, Michael Dermansky is joined by one of MD Health's physiotherapists, Will Ryan, to explore why clinical Pilates and strength training aren’t opposing approaches, but powerful partners when it comes to performance, injury prevention, and long-term health.

The conversation dives into...