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Are your shoulders or neck constantly giving you trouble? Listen in as Dr. Jen and Dr. Dom dive into what the upper trapezius muscle really is and why they’re so easily tensed.  If you feel stressed over work, kids, the news, or anything really, this podcast will empower you to self-treat your tensed muscles and give you back the independence you deserve.  Tune in to understand the foundations of the breath and how they increase your bodily awareness; all so you can live a more relaxed, tense-free life. The new VIVOs are out! Vivo Barefoot is out with the best of both worlds with their Primus Lite Knit shoes!  Several studies have shown time and time again that your feet, your foundation, affect the way forces are absorbed within the lower body and can majorly affect the sensitivity of your low back/ SI Joint! Furthermore, Vivo just launched new sandals hand-crafted and signed individually by female Mongolian craftswomen! Grab your stylish, yet functional barefoot shoes now! Use code ‘OPTIMAL’ and get 15% off! What You Will Learn In This PT Pearl: 03:08 – Does stretching and massaging the upper straps provide long-term results? 04:36 – What is causing tight upper traps in the first place? 07:55 – The stress response. 11:23 – Could muscle weakness be related to upper trap tension? 12:37 – Try this mobility pattern first! 15:17 – Try this Strength routine. 21:06 – What role does stretching have? To Watch the PT Pearl on YouTube, click here: https://youtube.com/watch/ For research and full show notes, visit the full website at: https://www.docjenfit.com/podcast/episode282/ Thank you so much for checking out this episode of The Optimal Body Podcast. If you haven’t done so already, please take a minute to subscribe and leave a quick rating and review of the show! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/tobpodcast/message

Did you know oral hygiene is linked to gestational diabetes, cardiovascular risk, cancer risk, and arthritis? Dr. Kami Hoss explores the depths of dental care and oral hygiene as it affects different aspects of the body. Dr. Hoss describes the knock-on effects of poor oral health on fertility, birthing consequences, respiratory issues, bone health, confidence, and stress. Furthermore, he describes the process of cavity formation, whether it has a genetic influence, and explains why brushing your teeth after breakfast is not harmful. He runs through a step-by-step oral morning and night oral hygiene procedure, as well as how to select a good and effective mouthwash. Then, he discusses the controversy around fluoride, presenting when it is used most beneficially as well as an alternative for pregnant women and children. Finally, Dr. Hoss dives into pregnancy Gingivitis and tongue ties. Grab your notebook and gain insight into how your oral health affects every aspect of your body.  Increase your foot proprioception and sense of environment with NABOSO, brought to you by a functional podiatrist, Dr. Emily Splichal. Stimulate your foot's sensory nerves and create safety within the body to ease pain and symptoms. Go check out their foot recovery socks with our 15% off coupon using code 'OPTIMAL'. What You Will Learn In This Interview with Dr. Kami Hoss 4:08 - How does oral health impact our overall health 7:45 - Signs and indications of the state of your oral hygiene 11:08 - Why people don’t pay enough attention to oral health 13:20 - How to care for your mouth on your daily 17:27 - How to select a good mouthwash 23:46 - Is fluoride good or bad for you? 28:30 - Alternatives for fluoride  34:01 - Pregnancy Gingivitis - swollen gums and bleeding 39:48 - Where to go if your child has tongue ties? 45:18 - Are cavities genetic and can you reverse them? 52:23 - How you can learn more with Dr Hoss. To learn more about Dr. Kami Hoss and view full show notes, please visit the full website here: https://www.docjenfit.com/podcast/episode281/ Thank you so much for checking out this episode of The Optimal Body Podcast. If you haven’t done so already, please take a minute to subscribe and leave a quick rating and review of the show! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/tobpodcast/message

Have you ever been told you have a “stuck” or “unstable” SI joint? Struggling with SI pain? Tune in as Dr. Dom and Doc Jen explain what an SI joint, or a Sacroiliac joint, is and what it really means to have SI pain.  They explain the research behind SI pain and the most beneficial ways, in their expert opinions, experiences, and current research, to help reduce your pain and get you moving again!  Empower yourself with the tools and guidelines as they lay out how to help subdue that consistent low back pain without needing to rely on someone else for that manipulation or adjustment. The new VIVOs are out! Vivo Barefoot is out with the best of both worlds with their Primus Lite Knit shoes!  Several studies have shown time and time again that your feet, your foundation, affect the way forces are absorbed within the lower body and can majorly affect the sensitivity of your low back/ SI Joint! Grab your stylish, yet functional barefoot shoes now! Use code ‘OPTIMAL’ and get 15% off!  What You Will Learn In This PT Pearl: 4:18 - Your SI joint doesn’t go out of place! 5:50 - Anatomy of SI Joint 11:37 - What is truly causing your SI Joint pain 12:45 - If your clinician is saying this, they are wrong 15:47 - What is manual therapy actually doing? 18:15 - How to address your pain at home! To Watch the PT Pearl on YouTube, click here: https://youtube.com/watch/ For research and full show notes, visit the full website at: https://www.docjenfit.com/podcast/episode280/ Thank you so much for checking out this episode of The Optimal Body Podcast. If you haven’t done so already, please take a minute to subscribe and leave a quick rating and review of the show! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/tobpodcast/message

Have you heard of somatic therapy? Lauren redefines how unresolved trauma is stored in our bodies with Lauren Zoeller. To kick off this interview, Lauren defines what somatic experiencing is and examples of somatic tools. Furthermore, she speaks about how to identify an unresolved trauma and how attachment theory relates to finding deeper connections with others. She offers two tools to work through feelings and sensations at home, as well as how to not “scare anyone away” by being vulnerable. Finally, she discusses her three-step process to emotional healing and ways you can work through the three-step process. Let’s discuss the nuances of dating and relationships! Tune in! MAJOR DISCOUNT FOR JEN.HEALTH. Sign up now to get 57% off for life! You will have access to 11 different plans with 2-3 phases and short videos daily, monthly check-ins with DocJen with anatomy breakdowns, and a growing community. Sign up right now and start a free week. See what it feels like to commit for a week! Click here to join Jen.Health! What You Will Learn In This Interview with Lauren Zoeller 4:00 - What is Somatic therapy and experiencing? 4:53 - What are examples of somatic tools 6:25 - How do you identify if you have a trauma that needs to be worked through? 11:43 - Attachment Theory: Can working through trauma help you transition to a different “attachment” 13:53 - 2 at-home tools for somatic work 19:00 - How to not “scare someone away” 21:35 - How to repeatedly be vulnerable when dates go wrong 24:57 - How do you know when you’re ready to date again after a traumatic experience? 26:54 - Can you work on healing in partnership? 27:58 - Three-step process to somatic healing 30:53 - How to differentiate between red flags and second chances! 32:58 - The Align Love Experience To learn more about Lauren Zoeller and view full show notes, please visit the full website here: https://www.docjenfit.com/podcast/episode279/ Thank you so much for checking out this episode of The Optimal Body Podcast. If you haven’t done so already, please take a minute to subscribe and leave a quick rating and review of the show! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/tobpodcast/message

Diagnosed with IT Band Syndrome? Feeling pain on the outside of the knee? Rolling out your IT band? DocJen & Dr. Dom describes the anatomy of the IT bands, the muscles that connect into, and why it is said to be a “friction injury.” They discuss whether or not foam rolling is beneficial, the mechanism behind foam rolling, and how to optimize its use. Then, they explain the potential causes of feeling ITB syndrome-related symptoms, and how you can begin to address the root cause issue. After discussing 3 ways to address ITB Syndrome, they provide insight into why it is common amongst runners and the ultimate importance of building strong internal foundations. Keep activating and exploring! MAJOR DISCOUNT FOR JEN.HEALTH. Sign up now to get 57% off for life! You will have access to 11 different plans with 2-3 phases and short videos daily, monthly check-ins with DocJen with anatomy breakdowns, and a growing community. Sign up right now and start a free week. See what it feels like to commit for a week! Click here to join Jen.Health! What You Will Learn In This PT Pearl: 04:19  – What is the IT Band? 07:47 – Is the IT band a friction syndrome? 10:07 – The reasons why you could be experiencing pain. 11:52 – Top 3 stretches that will help with your IT Band Syndrome? 14:20 – Is the hype around foam rolling for your IT band worthwhile? 16:47 – Why do you feel relief with foam rolling? 18:13 – What you're not considering when addressing your IT  Band Syndrome 20:58 – If it's not relieving YOUR pain, find something different. 23:09 –Levels of addressing IT Band Syndrome To Watch the PT Pearl on YouTube, click here: https://youtube.com/watch/ For research and full show notes, visit the full website at: https://www.docjenfit.com/podcast/episode278/ Thank you so much for checking out this episode of The Optimal Body Podcast. If you haven’t done so already, please take a minute to subscribe and leave a quick rating and review of the show! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/tobpodcast/message

Diet apps and mindset. Let's dive into how Dr. Kyra is bridging the gap between technology and mindset to promote true behaviour change. As a medical doctor, she rediscovered the need for expertise and action regarding behaviour change. With an emphasis on the Habenula, a part of the brain associated with the "failure" mindset, she discusses the dual function of the Habenula and how to avoid its stimulation. With the Habenula as the underlying theme of this discussion, she distinguishes the iterative mindset from the performance mindset, further speaking into resilience, GRIT, self-efficacy and competence as an outcome. Finally, she dives into the intricacies of her app and how it promotes the iterative mindset, guides individuals along a path to success, targets expectations, and gets individuals to reach the depths of their intentions and "why." Tune in! Let's make real-life lasting changes in your life by staying HYDRATED! Life is stressful and water is forgetful, but it is absolutely necessary! Stay hydrated with LMNT. We've used it for over 6 months pre and through pregnancy and they cannot get enough of it. With the correct ratios of magnesium, potassium,  and sodium to fuel the brain and energize you, get a free sample pack with your order and try out new flavours! Increase your foot proprioception and sense of environment with NABOSO, brought to you by a functional podiatrist, Drm Emily Splichal. Stimulate your foot's sensory nerves and create safety within the body to ease pain and symptoms. Go check out their foot recovery socks with our 15% off coupon using code 'OPTIMAL'. What You Will Learn In This interview Interview with Dr. Kyra Bobinet: 2:57 - How did Dr. Kyra get to developing an app for behaviour change? 3:45 - How to approach motivation 5:50 - How to avoid stimulating Habenula in the brain? 13:09: - The iterative vs performance mindset 17:42 Resilience, GRIT, and the iterative mindset 28:35 - Getting deeper to your "WHY" 38:11 - What makes someone come back to the app? To learn more about  Dr. Kyra Bobinet and view full show notes, please visit the full website here: https://www.docjenfit.com/podcast/episode277/ Thank you so much for checking out this episode of The Optimal Body Podcast. If you haven’t done so already, please take a minute to subscribe and leave a quick rating and review of the show! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/tobpodcast/message

Should you fix your Anterior Pelvic Tilt? DocJen & Dr. Dom discuss the misconceptions surrounding anterior pelvic tilt, particularly as it relates to low back pain.  Presenting the current perspectives and literature on anterior pelvic tilt, they discuss how the description itself is not a pathology and merely just a structural state. Emphasising the importance of proprioception around the pelvis and low back, they provide their top tools to addressing how you can address your low back and focus on function rather than structure. Let’s dive in!  15% OFF VivoBarefoot Shoes with code “OPTIMAL” at checkout. Check out their boots this winter season! What You Will Learn PT Pearl: 4:36 - Is Anterior Pelvic Tilt a pathology or disorder? 6:36 - Is your Anterior Pelvic Tilt related to your low back pain. 8:21 - Do you have sensorimotor awareness around your low back? 10:01 - What the literature presents in Anterior Pelvic Tilt. 13:18 - Defining Sensorimotor proprioception. 14:43 - Limitations in old research.  16:51 - How pain is multifactorial. Watch Episode 276 on Youtube For research and full show notes, visit the full website at: https://www.docjenfit.com/podcast/episode276 Thank you so much for checking out this episode of The Optimal Body Podcast. If you haven’t done so already, please take a minute to subscribe and leave a quick rating and review of the show! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/tobpodcast/message

Is cancer preventable? Dr. Leigh Connealy, the founder of the Cancer Center For Healing, speaks to the flaws of traditional hospital cancer care and highlights how her institute offers a unique and holistic approach that takes into account the epigenetic factors of cancer development. Furthermore, she discusses the role of food in cancer development, describing the importance of the digestive system, and highlighting the importance of nutrient absorption and assimilation. Finally, she offers insight on whether cancer is entirely heritable. Tune in to learn more! What does training natural mean? Get to the root cause of your whole well-being, it gets to be about connecting more to the group. And, that's what VivoBarefoot does. VivoBarefoot is designed to feel like we are wearing nothing on our feet, Roll, fold and twist your Vivo's as it moulds to the movements of your feet. Train barefoot and get back to your feet's natural strength and movement through this zero-drop, wide-toe-box shoe! Click the link and automatically get 15% off your shoes or use code 'OPTIMAL' at checkout! What You Will Learn In This interview Interview with Dr. Connealy: 05:00 - From hospital to cancer institute 11:49 - Differences in Dr. Leigh’s cancer institute vs traditional care 31:02 - How does food impacts cancer 38:55 - Flaws in the public health system 42:11 - Why being healthy is important: the big picture 47:42 - Is cancer genetically linked? 52:17 - Learn more with Dr. Connealy Items Mentioned: Dr. Connealy's Book: The Cancer Revolution Dr. Connealy's Website To learn more about Dr. Connealy and view full show notes, please visit the full website here: https://www.docjenfit.com/podcast/episode275/ Thank you so much for checking out this episode of The Optimal Body Podcast. If you haven’t done so already, please take a minute to subscribe and leave a quick rating and review of the show! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/tobpodcast/message

DocJen & Dr.Dom defines the Scoliosis diagnosis, presenting the current perspectives on the causes of scoliosis and the determinants of scoliosis- associated symptoms. Furthermore, they discuss the Cobb angle measurement and when surgery is applicable for scoliosis. Finally, they present a 5 stage treatment protocol for scoliosis, touching base with the Schroth Method. Let’s dive in! What You Will Learn In This PT Pearl: 01:24 - Is scoliosis lateral curvature of the spine? 03:29 - What is idiopathic scoliosis? 05:37 - Do all individuals with scoliosis feel pain? 07:51 - Cobb angle measurement- is it flawed? 08:19 - When is surgery recommended or not? 14: 39 - Schroth Method 17:38 - Using breath to communicate safety 22:49 - A case study’s treatment protocol : 5 stages Watch Episode 274 on Youtube For research and full show notes, visit the full website at: https://www.docjenfit.com/podcast/episode274/ Thank you so much for checking out this episode of The Optimal Body Podcast. If you haven’t done so already, please take a minute to subscribe and leave a quick rating and review of the show! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/tobpodcast/message

What does it mean to master your emotions? Is bottling up your emotions the solution? Neeta discusses her journey of healing and how she found emotional release from psychological traumas through her upbringing. Neeta explains how she found release, considering the  psychosocial expectations associated with emotions, which include the 4 components of the bounce factor: upbringing, good stress, emotional capacity, and radical self-awareness. Then, she defined what it means to be in the middle of the “suck” stage and the “now what” stage, alluding her book “That sucked, now what.” Furthermore, she describes how to be vulnerable without expecting care in return, as well as he to determine when you’re ready for emotional release. Finally, she speaks to the “fly forward” framework! Let’s dive in! THE CHALLENGE HAS BEGUN! Hop on the Jen Health Mobility Plan  and move through a month of daily mobility that only takes 5-15 minutes. Yes, that’s all you need to bring you back to your physical baseline, find the restrictions and compensations that might be causing your symptoms, and work on them! Already curated, move with DocJen, Dr.Dom, and the Jen Health community to keep you accountable. All you need to do is show up and do any time. We’re offering a 20% off discount with the code ‘MOBILITY’ in addition to a free 7-day trail! END THUS WEEK! Sign up here! What You Will Learn In This interview Interview with Neetha Bhushan: 4:41 - From cosmetic dentistry to healing through mindset 11:29 - How Neeta found release 20:02 - Components of the bounce factor 26:55 - How to be vulnerable without instilling  fear and expectations to be cared for 34:37 - In between the suck vs Now what state 37:26 - How do we know when it’s time to release trauma 39:52 - To fly forwards framework 43:52 - “That sucked now what” book 46:49 - Snack to implement today Items Mentioned: Neeta’s E-book on mastering your emotions Neeta’s book: “That Sucked, Now What” Neeta’s Website Neeta’s Instagram Neeta’s YouTube To learn more about Neetha Bhushan and view full show notes, please visit the full website here: https://www.docjenfit.com/podcast/episode273/ Thank you so much for checking out this episode of The Optimal Body Podcast. If you haven’t done so already, please take a minute to subscribe and leave a quick rating and review of the show! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/tobpodcast/message

What are your SMART goals for 2023? DocJen and Dr. Dom breakdown SMART goals, describing what specificity, measurable, achievable, relevant, and timely goals entail. Yet, they expand the SMART framework, discussing how to create sustainable, meaningful, accountable, realistic, and task oriented goals! With examples of how to make progressive and smaller goals, DocJen & Dr.Dom discuss how to set yourself up for success in the new year! THE CHALLENGE HAS BEGUN! Hop on the Jen Health Mobility Plan  and move through a month of daily mobility that only takes 5-15 minutes. Yes, that’s all you need to bring you back to your physical baseline, find the restrictions and compensations that might be causing your symptoms, and work on them! Already curated, move with DocJen, Dr.Dom, and the Jen Health community to keep you accountable. All you need to do is show up and do any time. We’re offering a 20% off discount with the code ‘MOBILITY’ in addition to a free 7-day trail! END THUS WEEK! Sign up here! What You Will Learn In This PT Pearl: 3:35 - How most people define goals: SMART goals 5:23 - What specificity, measurable, achievable, relevant, timely entails? 8:00 - Reframing year goals to monthly goals for sustainability 11:17 - Intention for the month to set meaningful goals 13:26 - Modes of accountability 16:09 - What creating realistic goals means? 18:31 - The 1% goal that’s task-oriented 22:00 - What it takes to create SMART goals 23:03 Examples of the expanded SMART goals Watch Episode 272 on Youtube For research and full show notes, visit the full website at: https://www.docjenfit.com/podcast/episode272/ Thank you so much for checking out this episode of The Optimal Body Podcast. If you haven’t done so already, please take a minute to subscribe and leave a quick rating and review of the show! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/tobpodcast/message

What is tissue work actually doing? Is physical touch your only"fix"? Aaron Alexander, manual therapist, provides the truths about manual therapy and its therapeutic effects on the nervous system rather than the soft tissues themselves. By describing his journey through his passion for helping people with their pain, Aaron's provides his current perspective on tissue work, describing the relationship between structure and function. Then, he dives into the concept of mechanotransduction and how touch comes in different forms, including voice as well as physical touch. He speaks briefly about normalizing healthy forms of touch in adulthood, speaks to treating the mind or body's root cause that could be associated with a pain point, and the true mission behind the Align method. Through empowerment and education, Aaron believes it all starts with you, honing in on early education on the"contact bucket." Let's dive in! What You Will Learn In This interview Interview with Aaron Alexander: 4:25 - Aaron's borderline obsession with getting out of pain! 8:27 - Aaron's perspective on tissue work currently 17:24 - Types of touch: Voice 21:02 - How do we normalize healthy touch in adulthood 24:55 - What the Align method actually targets? 30:09 - Is it mind or body? 34:20 - Aaron's Resources 36:31 - “No one is going to save you. It’s you right now. You don’t have to wait” 44:18 - The power of education Items Mentioned: Align Podcast Aaron's Book The Align Method To learn more about  Aaron Alexander and view full show notes, please visit the full website here: https://www.docjenfit.com/podcast/episode271/ Thank you so much for checking out this episode of The Optimal Body Podcast. If you haven’t done so already, please take a minute to subscribe and leave a quick rating and review of the show! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/tobpodcast/message

How much does mobility matter? DocJen & Dr.Dom explore the realms of mobility and how it sets the foundation to your physical health. With applications to aging, enhancing integrity and tolerance within the body, and helping the development of resilience, they describe how mobility can be used as a warm up, what is meant by ‘mobility’ and how to stay on track in the new year. Let’s dive in! The new year is coming up and we have the most OPTIMAL tool to help your movement journey stay consistent and sustainable! Hop on the Jen Health Mobility Plan starting Jan 1st and move through a month of daily mobility that only takes 5-15 minutes. Yes, that’s all you need to bring you back to your physical baseline, find the restrictions and compensations that might be causing your symptoms, and work on them! Already curated, move with DocJen, Dr.Dom, and the Jen Health community to keep you accountable. All you need to do is show up and do any time. We’re offering a 20% off discount with the code ‘MOBILITY’ in addition to a free 7-day trail! Sign up here! What You Will Learn In This PT Pearl: 3:10 - Why is mobility important? 5:44 - When is passive mobility important? 8:20 - What should your warm up look like? 11:52 - How to stay on track in the new year Watch Episode 270 on Youtube For research and full show notes, visit the full website at: https://www.docjenfit.com/podcast/episode270/ Thank you so much for checking out this episode of The Optimal Body Podcast. If you haven’t done so already, please take a minute to subscribe and leave a quick rating and review of the show! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/tobpodcast/message

To separate truths from myths, we have Ryann Kipping on to discuss nutrition myths surrounding nutrition. She provides insight into safe caffeine consumption and whether the source of caffeine matters. Ryann shares the impacts of sugar consumption during pregnancy and how to navigate sugary cravings. Furthermore, she provides insight into the research surrounding fish consumption and how the recommendations differ from raw shellfish. She briefly discusses fruit and whether eating for two is a necessity while pregnancy. With her motto "nutrition for two," she focuses on choline and folate as two key nutrients throughout pregnancy, the consumption of organ meats and vitamin A toxicity, as well as when nutrition focus surrounding pregnancy should occur. Let's dive in! Hydration is vital (potassium, magnesium, and potassium) when it comes to cognition, mental clarity, fatigue, recovery, and how we sleep! LMNT is an electrolyte mix with incredible flavours and great doses of the most important electrolytes with zero sugar! It is safe during pregnancy and beyond, particularly through the process of labour. Get a  free sample pack with every single order using our link here! What You Will Learn In This Interview with Ryann Kipping: 1:32 - Why was Ryann passionate about nutrition 8:02 - Is caffeine safe to consume during pregnancy? 17:23 - Does the source of caffeine matter? 20:35 - Is soda safe to drink during pregnancy? 26:27 - Can you eat fish while pregnant? 27:56 - Are there any fruits to avoid? 31:02 - Do you need to eat for 2? 33:39 - Nutrients to focus on: Choline vs Folate 36:32 - Best food sources of choline 38:05 - Best food sources of folate 43:21 -  When should you focus on nutrition for pregnancy 47:10 - Ryann's Resources Items Mentioned: Ryann's Cookbook Ryann's Blog Ryann's App & Membership Ryann's Facebook Ryann's Instagram To learn more about Ryann and view full show notes, please visit the full website here: https://www.docjenfit.com/podcast/episode269/ Thank you so much for checking out this episode of The Optimal Body Podcast. If you haven’t done so already, please take a minute to subscribe and leave a quick rating and review of the show! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/tobpodcast/message

Pain in the buttock? Feeling shooting/tingling sensations in your low back or glutes? Perhaps a deep buttock pain? DocJen and Dr. Dom dive into the how deep gluteal syndrome and piriformis syndrome are related, discussing possible physiological causes for symptoms. Soon after, they discuss what you can do to alleviate your symptoms, targeting nerve glides, postural considerations, inner core coordination with breath, hip rotation, and dynamic load finally. Learn about the stages of rehabilitative progression for piriformis syndrome, as well as some exercises that you could explore now! 15% OFF VivoBarefoot Shoes with code “OPTIMAL” at checkout. Check out their boots this winter season! What You Will Learn In This PT Pearl: 2:52 - Deep gluteal syndrome vs piriformis syndrome: the physiology causes 5:12 - What to do if your symptoms are nerve-related 8:53 - Is posture related to piriformis syndrome? 10:32 - Targeting the sciatic nerve 14:14 - Ribcage & core relationship coordination 17:59 - How active rotation helps tolerate more load 23:25 - Dynamic load 24:12 - Prevalence of true piriformis syndrome Watch Episode 268 on Youtube For research and full show notes, visit the full website at: https://www.docjenfit.com/podcast/episode268/ Thank you so much for checking out this episode of The Optimal Body Podcast. If you haven’t done so already, please take a minute to subscribe and leave a quick rating and review of the show! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/tobpodcast/message

Can you lose weight with a sustainable diet? We are reconceptualising and re-framing weight loss with Lisa Moskovitz. Lisa provides perspective on what it means to combat popularized diet culture and who intuitive eating is for. With disordered thoughts around food for some individuals, Lisa emphasizes the importance of structure and how intuitive eating can be applied to different circumstances sustainably. Then, the provides insight into food journaling and why it is recommended, offering tips and tools to go about your weight loss journey more sustainably. Moreover, she discusses the desire to look "skinny" or to lose weight and how it is everyone's right to have aesthetic goals. Rather than shaming individuals, she speaks to where mindset shifts need to occur if a smaller size is desired (hint - when mental health is affected!). Finally, she discusses what body image truly means and how to meet nutrition goals during busier periods of life! Let's dive in!! What You Will Learn In This interview Interview with Lisa Moskovitz: 5:11 - Combatting popularized diet culture 9:11 - What is intuitive eating and is it for everyone? 13:38 - Do you need to food journal? 20:23 - How to go about losing weight in a more sustainable way? 27:08 - Is it okay to want to look skinny? 35:27 - Reframing the idea that losing weight will improve body image 43:04 - How to meet your diet goals during busy periods of life 52:41 - Learn more with Lisa Items Mentioned: Lisa Moskovitz Instagram Lisa Moskovitz's Website To learn more about Lisa Moskovitz and view full show notes, please visit the full website here: https://www.docjenfit.com/podcast/episode266/ Thank you so much for checking out this episode of The Optimal Body Podcast. If you haven’t done so already, please take a minute to subscribe and leave a quick rating and review of the show! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/tobpodcast/message

Got plantar fasciitis? Heel pain? DocJen & Dr. Dom describe what is happening physiologically during plantar fasciitis, especially when the symptoms are present. Then, they present new research that provides insight into the current perspectives on the cause of plantar fasciitis. They discuss how the conventional show may be correlated with the increased prevalence of plantar fasciitis, as well as three phases of rehabilitation to control those symptoms. Finally, they speak about how ankle mobility is a preventative measure for plantar fasciitis. Let's dive in! What You Will Learn PT Pearl: 3:47 - Plantar fasciitis --> fasciopathy 7:42 - Current perspectives on the cause of plantar fasciitis 10:56 - The effects of a structured shoe 17:32 - First phase of rehabilitation 18:58 - Second phase of rehabilitation 19:46 - Third phase of rehabilitation 22:52 - Preventative measures: ankle mobility 25:04 - Shoes & heel raise Watch Episode 266 on Youtube For research and full show notes, visit the full website at: https://www.docjenfit.com/podcast/episode266/ Thank you so much for checking out this episode of The Optimal Body Podcast. If you haven’t done so already, please take a minute to subscribe and leave a quick rating and review of the show! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/tobpodcast/message

Does manual therapy fix you or put structures back into place? We have Dr. Erson to discuss the truths about manual therapy and how we can optimally use manual therapy to create long term change. Firstly, Dr. Erson discusses the difference between softer approaches and bruising to determine a successful treatment. Using the analogy of hip displacement before pelvic trauma in car crashes, Dr.Erson discusses what it means when you pelvis is “rotated,” and the physiology of what is happening during manual therapy. Then, he targets 3 ways to approach pain that goes and comes, as well as how effective self-performed soft tissue mobilizations are. Finally, he provides insight on whether asymmetries affect the body and whether strength training is helpful through pain. Finally, he touches base with tendon organisation and whether manual therapy facilitates the physiological healing process from an injury. Fact vs Fiction in manual therapy! Let’s dive in! What You Will Learn In This interview Interview with Dr. Erson Religioso: 3:42 - What lead to manual therapy for Dr. Erson 12:12 - Is bruising determine a successful manual therapy treatment? 13:45 - Can you really put your pelvis/ hip back in place? 15:41 - Why are we stuck on putting things back into place? 21:19 - Does manual therapy actually put things back in place? Does arthritis = pain? 23:57 - 3 things you need to consider if you have pain that flares up and goes 26:14 - How effective is self soft-tissue work? 31:09 - Should you strength train when you have pain? 34:05 - To what degree does asymmetry affect the body? 37:46 - Should you go to a manual therapist or a personal trainer to rehabilitate pain? 41:10 - Can manual therapy help with the physiological healing process of different injuries? 43:53 - Perception of stretch 51:29 - Learn more with Dr. Erson Items Mentioned: Dr.Erson‘s Instagram  To learn more about Dr. Erson and view full show notes, please visit the full website here: https://www.docjenfit.com/podcast/episode265/ Thank you so much for checking out this episode of The Optimal Body Podcast. If you haven’t done so already, please take a minute to subscribe and leave a quick rating and review of the show! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/tobpodcast/message

Back pain when you lay down? DocJen & Dr. Dom have got you covered! Firstly, they dive into how pelvic positioning affects different biases within the body. Through pelvic tilt talk, they explore why you may not be fully relaxing and how pain is an output of protection. They provide insight into how you can lay down and promote safety within the body, while exploring different positions that re-gain pelvic tilt awareness! Let's dive in to learn more! What You Will Learn PT Pearl: 01:09 - Potential causes 02:09- Positions that could potentially lead to pain while lying: pelvic tilts 04:59- Do you have the capacity to find relaxation in the body? 08:06- Finding safer positions to promote relaxation 09:29- Re-training pelvic awareness 13:25- Is you back actually flat when you lie down? Watch Episode 264 on Youtube For research and full show notes, visit the full website at: https://www.docjenfit.com/podcast/episode264/ Thank you so much for checking out this episode of The Optimal Body Podcast. If you haven’t done so already, please take a minute to subscribe and leave a quick rating and review of the show! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/tobpodcast/message

Has your chronic pain stopped your from exercising? Dr. Shannon Ritchey’s expertise lies making exercise accessible to those in pain. She briefly shares where her passion for physical therapy stemmed from and how muscles can be worked while requiring less demands from joints. Furthermore, she distinguishes the difference between soreness and pain, providing a breathing and grip tool to indicate signs of recovery. Then, she provides insight on what to do on rest days and how to promote recovery when stress relief comes from high intensity workouts. Finally, she discusses whether high intensity training is bad and what it means to load the muscle versus the joint! Tune in to learn how you can start your movement journey again! CYBER MONDAY SALE. THIS WEEK ONLY! Gain access to 11 specific plans with 2-3 phases on different pain points, as well as searchable quick tips and live webinars for the price of $119 for the year membership! This is the lowest it has ever been and subscribing now locks you in at $119 per year price point for life! GRAB THIS DEAL BEFORE ITS TOO LATE on Jen Health. What You Will Learn In This Interview with About Dr. Shannon Ritchey: 4:05 - Where Dr. Shannon Ritchey started 11:07 - Working out in a way that prevents pain 15:12 - What it means to overtrain? Soreness vs pain? 17:53 - Two tools to indicate degree of recovery 22:55 - What to do on your rest days? 26:35 - How to recovery if your stress relief comes from high intensity workouts 32:14 - Intuitive movement 36:20 - Is high intensity interval training bad? 39:30 - Loading muscles vs joint Items Mentioned: Dr. Shannon Ritchey’s Instagram To learn more about Dr. Shannon and view full show notes, please visit the full website here: https://www.docjenfit.com/podcast/episode263/ Thank you so much for checking out this episode of The Optimal Body Podcast. If you haven’t done so already, please take a minute to subscribe and leave a quick rating and review of the show! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/tobpodcast/message