Sue Hitzmann is a manual therapist, exercise physiologist, and internationally recognized educator in neurofascial science. She is the founder of the MELT Method, a self-care system developed to improve fascial integrity and autonomic balance in both clinical and wellness settings. Her New York Times bestselling books The MELT Method and MELT Performance present fascia-informed strategies for addressing chronic pain, improving neuromuscular efficiency, and enhancing performance longevity. Her approach has been integrated by professional athletes, healthcare providers, and movement specialists worldwide. Sue’s work bridges current fascia research with practical application, offering tools that support measurable outcomes in mobility, stability, and recovery. Through MELT On Demand and a network of over 3,500 trained practitioners, as well as on her podcast Anatomical Gangster, she continues to educate global audiences on fascia’s role in system-wide regulation and resilience. Website: http://www.meltmethod.com/ http://www.suehitzmann.com Instagram: meltmethod / suehitzmann Facebook: meltmethod

Sue Hitzmann has a way of meeting reality without flinching.

Her work found me early—before I had language for fascia. The director of the country club I was working at was trained in the MELT Method, and her tools were some of the first I encountered in the wild. Years later, when I met with David Weck to teach Fascia Flow within minutes, he said, “You need to introduce yourself to Sue.” That full circle moment stayed with me. What struck me most in this conversation wasn’t just her method—it was her presence. The way she could speak about something as heavy as losing her husband, and still carry lightness. Even laughter. Not avoidance. Integration. Sue has spent decades refining how we restore fascia through hydration, sensation, and precise input. But underneath that is something deeper: a woman who looks directly at what most people avoid, and keeps moving forward with clarity. This conversation is about resilience. About regulation. About choosing to stay open. If you’re doing this work for real—you’ll recognize her immediately.

We discussed:

- Defining Fascia and Its Role - Fascia as a Communication System - The Importance of Presence and Awareness - The Adrenaline of Business Ownership - Fascia and Electromagnetic Fields - Presence and Performance in Sports - Breath and the Autonomic Functions - Understanding Fascia and Emotional Health - The Importance of Movement and Collagen - Using Fascia Tools Effectively - Navigating Family Health Conversations - Awareness and Personal Choices - Connecting with Nature for Wellbeing - Breath Techniques for Healing - The Core Reflex and Breath Dynamics For those who prefer a visual experience, the conversation is available on YouTube. As always, the audio version streams wild and free on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. I sincerely hope you enjoyed our talk. Be mighty!

 

“What makes us feel? Fascia sits at the center—shaping how we sense ourselves, the world, and every layer of our well-being.”

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