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Where Should You Start With Your Health? (A Simple Framework That Works)

April 16, 2026 • Derrick Hines

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In this episode of the Pain and Performance Podcast, Dr. Derrick Hines breaks down one of the most common questions in health: where do I actually start?

Using a simple six-question framework, Dr. Hines explains how to identify whether you need to focus on foundational habits like sleep, movement, and nutrition, or move into more advanced, targeted health strategies. This episode provides a clear roadmap to help you stop guessing and start building real, sustainable progress in your health.

In This Episode

- The six key questions that reveal where your health is breaking down
- How to determine if you need to focus on foundations or functional health
- The core pillars of health including sleep, movement, nutrition, hydration, and stress
- Why most people try to skip the basics and slow down their progress
- How to identify your starting point and take immediate action

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