In this episode, Dr. Stephanie sits down with Gus, a passionate advocate for holistic wellness, to explore his transformative journey through sports therapy and personal training. Gus shares how his path led him to discover the significance of specific bodywork techniques, including lymphatics and the vagus nerve, and their profound impact on overall well-being.He realized that his journey was much more than physical fitness; it was about understanding the intricate connection between the nervous system and the rest of the body. Dr. Stephanie and Gus delve into the notion that treating the nervous system is integral to achieving holistic health.One pivotal topic they explore is the connection between the heart and the vagus nerve.  He sheds light on how bodywork, particularly lymphatic drainage techniques, plays a vital role within the body. Together, they discuss the often-overlooked connection between lymphatic health and overall vitality.This episode showcases the power of bodywork and holistic wellness in achieving overall health and vitality. Dr. Stephanie and Gus exemplify how understanding the body's intricate connections and incorporating practices that support the nervous system can lead to transformative well-being.More about Gus: Born and bred in Cape Town, South Africa, Gus has been involved in the health and fitness industry for over 35 years. As a successful personal trainer, he relocated to the UK in 1999 where he was introduced to hands-on bodywork. Gus has explored a variety of soft tissue and hands-on techniques and has over the years developed his own style of treatment in his busy clinic in Witney, Oxfordshire, UK. His particular interest in the vagus nerve was piqued after getting involved in manual lymphatic work, working with gut health and immune system work. The interaction between the lymphatic system and vagal function has a big impact on our health via immune system responses. A large part of his clinical work is now centered around the vagus nerve and related presentations, getting on top of physical and mental health. Keen to share his knowledge on the lymphatic system and vagus nerve function, Gus delivers hands-on and online workshops on both these subjects. He has also started his journey into the world of Functional Medicine.  For more information, please check out his website www.thebodyrewired.com and follow him on Instagram here.Follow Dr. Stephanie on IG here.Follow Dr. Stephanie's Functional Medicine Clinic - Vagus Clinic here.For resources and how to work with Vagus Clinic - check out the website here.******Click here to purchase the How to Improve Lymphatic Drainage guide  (digital download) and remember to use the discount code PODCAST for $5 off at checkout******