10 Sept 2025
1h 2m

From Drug Smuggler to Healer: How Nick Brewer Created Primal Moves

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The Dr. Hyman Show

In this episode of The Dr. Hyman Show, Dr. Mark Hyman interviews Nick Brewer, the founder of Primal Moves, about his transformative journey from being a drug smuggler who served 10 years in an Argentinian prison to becoming a facilitator of movement and healing. Nick shares his experiences with injury, addiction, and isolation, detailing how he developed Primal Moves, a practice that combines movement, breathwork, and trauma-informed awareness, to heal his broken body and mind. He emphasizes the importance of embodied practices for physical, emotional, and mental well-being, and discusses his unique approach to diet and lifestyle, which includes a carnivore-based diet and a focus on listening to his body's signals. Both Mark and Nick highlight the power of movement as medicine and encourage listeners to reconnect with their bodies to unlock freedom and healing.

Outlines

Part 1: Introduction to Nick Brewer's Journey

Part 2: Embodied Practices and Community

Part 3: Lifestyle and Transformation

Part 4: Conclusion and Invitation

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