212 The Fascinating World of Anatomy and Cadavers

The Body Nerd Show - A podcast by Alexandra Ellis

I’ve always been fascinated by the human body, how it works, and more importantly, what happens when it doesn’t. So when I had the opportunity to step back into the anatomy lab after college, I was beyond excited. And to be honest, those 6 days forever transformed how I approach mobility and think about the human body. In this week’s episode, we’re covering all things anatomy - from my anatomy lab experience to the fascinating world of cadavers, including their use in everything from education to research. So whether you’re an anatomy nerd, body nerd, or just think the human body is cool - today’s episode is for you! You’ll learn: The history of cadavers and anatomical studies How cadavers help us learn about the human body (beyond just medical training) And my experience in the anatomy lab All the links: Gil Hedley - Hands-On Human Dissection Workshops Stiff: The Curious Lives of Human Cadavers by Mary Roach [Med School without Cadavers? - Scientific American](https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/med-school-without-cadavers/#:~:text=During the Renaissance%2C cadaver dissections,the secrets of our flesh.) Leonardo da Vinci: Anatomist. The British Journal of General Practice, 62(599), 319. 30 days to more strength + flexibility with the Mobility Mastery Toolkit www.aewellness.com/podcast - Show notes, links and more. Come hang out with me on Instagram @hollaformala : https://instagram.com/hollaformala/ TikTok @ aewellness Bodywork Starter Guide - learn the 6 places you need to roll right now for quick relief, plus the reason why what you’ve tried so far has only given you a temporary fix. Download the guide for free now at www.aewellness.com/bodywork 818-396-6501 is the Body Nerd Hotline - how do you build consistency and/or where are you getting stuck? Drop me a line and let me know your body nerd hacks - you might just hear your voice on a future episode! Today’s episode is brought to you by Mobility Mastery Toolkit. Forget icing and stretching - and get a simple program you can do on your own that actually works. The Toolkit includes 30-days of exercises so you know exactly what to do to improve the mobility of your hips, lower back, feet, neck and shoulders. With video demos and a full-body mobility workout calendar, you’re just 15-mins a day from feeling stronger and more flexible. Get $20 off when you use the code MASTERY at www.mobilitytoolkit.co