The Optimal Body

Seen or been told your shoulder blade is in a funky position during exercise? Perhaps popping out a little bit? Heard that scapular winging will cause pain inadvertently? Dr. Jen and Dr. Dom have your back as they explore all things scapular and debunk the common myths surrounding scapular winging. Tune into how scapular winging occurs, how you can begin to explore scapular range of motion, and how your scapular moves in coordination with its neighbors. Through this podcast, you’ll develop an appreciation for your scapulae and feel empowered to explore gaining control, awareness, and free expression through your scapulae! Free Week of the Jen Health Membership: Looking for a movement community that gives you the plan specific to your body? Need accountability and a plan that is specific to your restrictions?! Come grab a free week of our Jen Health Membership! You'll have access to 12 plans that were all curated by Doc Jen, Dr of Physical Therapy. We make sure you get set up with the plan that will be best for your goals and the rest is laid out for you to follow! Come check it out today! You can even get a discount on your first month using code OPTIMAL at checkout! What You Will Learn in this PT Pearl: 1:24 – What is Scapular Winging? 2:14 – Scapular Anatomy 4:05 – Does scapular winging cause pain? 5:50 – Are you aware of your scapular winging? 9:24 – It’s not only about the scapulae 13:50 – Scapular range of motion 16:53 – Videotape how your scapula moves... It’s pretty cool! 17:32 - How to test your scapular range of motion 19:45 - Funny movement does not mean pain or injury To Watch the PT Pearl on YouTube, click here: https://www.youtube.com/watch For research and full show notes, visit the full website at: https://jen.health/podcast/72 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! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Stuck in a mind rut? Ever felt ashamed to have body-appearance related goals? Trying to figure out your gut issues but don’t know where to start? You’re not alone. Jacquelyn Umof, former dancer and current fitness instructor, opens up about her story and struggles through anxiety, finding mind-body connection through movement, body image and identity, empowerment and gut issues and more! As Jacquelyn walks us through her path, she provides insight into the pivotal moments in her life that allowed her to understand what she was going through and how she needed to manage it. Furthermore, Jacquelyn speaks to her journey with gut issues of bloating, skin ulcers, and more. Ultimately, this podcast will help you find the empowerment you need to accomplish the goals you desire and have the tools to follow through with them. Jacquelyn will provide reassurance through her bursts of mindset boosters that will help you find the mindset that’s optimal for you. Free Week of the Jen Health Membership: Looking for a movement community that gives you the plan specific to your body? Need accountability and a plan that is specific to your restrictions?! Come grab a free week of our Jen Health Membership! You'll have access to 12 plans that were all curated by Doc Jen, Dr of Physical Therapy. We make sure you get set up with the plan that will be best for your goals and the rest is laid out for you to follow! Come check it out today! You can even get a discount on your first month using code OPTIMAL at checkout! What You Will Learn In This Interview with Jacquelyn Umof: 2:57 – Jacquelyn’s drive and purpose 4:13 – Jacquelyn’s movement story and how it became her passion 7:13 – How Jacquelyn came to understand anxiety and how it was manifesting in herself 16:26 - Jacqueline's mindset shift from body to mind 21:00 - Insights into positively brainwashing our minds 28:03 Changing stigmas around physical goals and identity 32:39 - Jacquelyn’s gut journey Items mentioned in this episode include: Action Jacquelyn Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/actionjacquelyn/?hl=en Action Jacquelyn Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCezEzIGp34wPBrmvIshdj5A Heal My Gut Program: https://my.actionjacquelyn.com/healmygut Stretchy Fit App: https://my.actionjacquelyn.com/stretchy-fit-mobile Free Body Love Challenge: https://my.actionjacquelyn.com/body-love To learn more about Jacquelyn and view full show notes, please visit the full website here: https://jen.health/podcast/71 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 and leave a quick rating and review of the show! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ever wonder why your hamstrings are always tight? Do you find yourself constantly stretching, only to feel tight again in a few hours? Are you a runner but feel discomfort in the back of your thighs? Dr. Jen and Dr. Dom dive into the hamstrings, culprits to hamstring strains and overuse injuries, and what you can do to help your hamstrings. They hone in on the importance of building hamstring awareness, the significance of progressive overload, and what you can do to help your hamstrings meet the demands of your day to day lives and your training. You’ll find the tools to help you understand the sensations you’re feeling and how you can navigate those sensations to feel optimal and functional again. Free Week of the Jen Health Membership: Looking for a movement community that gives you the plan specific to your body? Need accountability and a plan that is specific to your restrictions?! Come grab a free week of our Jen Health Membership! You'll have access to 12 plans that were all curated by Doc Jen, Dr of Physical Therapy. We make sure you get set up with the plan that will be best for your goals and the rest is laid out for you to follow! Come check it out today! You can even get a discount on your first month using code OPTIMAL at checkout! What You Will Learn in this PT Pearl: 0:55 – Muscles of the Hamstring. 2:00 –  Breaking down chronic hamstring tightness. 2:23 – The importance of eccentric training on the hamstrings. 3:28 – Your muscles have sensory receptors. 4:23 – Why do we get overuse hamstring injuries or strains? 5:30 – Hamstring Strains and Running 7:37 – Exploring hamstring awareness 10:30 - Prehabilitation for hamstring strains 12:50 - Hamstring exercises you can try out. 14:40: Statistics on Hamstring injuries. 15:15 - It all comes back to the core. 15:30 - Additional Hamstring exercises. 17:40 - Continuing to explore your body. 18:35 - Benefits of doing eccentric exercises. 19:55 - Why you should start with isometric exercises. 20:20 - Progressively loading your Hamstrings. 20:55 - Importance of strength training. To Watch the PT Pearl on YouTube, click here: https://www.youtube.com/watch For research and full show notes, visit the full website at: https://jen.health/podcast/70 We think you’ll love: FREE Week of the Jen Health Membership FREE Low Back Pain Course! FREE Tight Hip Flexor Course! Jen’s Instagram Dom’s Instagram YouTube Channel 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!  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Feel like you can’t meditate? Perhaps fighting yourself while meditating? Catch yourself spending time worrying? Or even feel like emotions are a waste of time? In a fast-paced, ever-going, and dynamic world, we’re taught to submerge ourselves in a culture that distances ourselves from our emotions, promotes instant gratification, and always looks to achieve more. Listen in as Justin speaks to staying “woke” by establishing a deeper connection with our inner selves to unveil who we are and our true purposes. Through a combined scientific and spiritual approach, Justin uncovers his method to a simple meditation practice that allows us to forgive ourselves, inspire courage, and help us re-discover our paths to life as we re-ground and unlock our potentials to live a fully alive life. Let’s expand our windows of tolerance and our ability to feel the full breath in the present as we explore the gifts of meditation. Free Week of the Jen Health Membership: Looking for a movement community that gives you the plan specific to your body? Need accountability and a plan that is specific to your restrictions?! Come grab a free week of our Jen Health Membership! You'll have access to 12 plans that were all curated by Doc Jen, Dr of Physical Therapy. We make sure you get set up with the plan that will be best for your goals and the rest is laid out for you to follow! Come check it out today! You can even get a discount on your first month using code OPTIMAL at checkout! What You Will Learn in this interview with Justin Michael Williams: 2:15 –  Justin’s Story to Meditation 7:53 – What it means to “Stay Woke” 11:50 – How Justin teaches what meditation is 16:30 – Justin approach to a simple meditation practice 17:19 –  What it means to “fully be alive” 24:42 - How to build your window of tolerance? 27:22 - Why you may not be able to stick to guided meditations? 29:20 - Misconceptions about meditation: Mindfulness vs Meditation Items mentioned in this episode include: Justin's Website: www.justinmichaelwilliams.com Justin’s Music: https://www.justinmichaelwilliams.com/music Justin’s Book: https://www.justinmichaelwilliams.com/stay-woke-give-back Justin’s Programs: https://www.justinmichaelwilliams.com/courses Stay Woke Workshop Scholarships: https://www.justinmichaelwilliams.com/stay-work-workshop-scholarships Justin’s Free Content: https://www.justinmichaelwilliams.com/meditationmondays To learn more about Justin and view full show notes, please visit the full website here: https://jen.health/podcast/69 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Are you someone who deals with pain and tingling sensations that run down your leg? Have you heard the term Sciatica but aren’t fully aware of what it is? Then you are definitely going to want to tune into this episode as Dr. Jen and Dr. Dom dive into what Sciatica is and how to correctly identify it. In addition, you will learn about common misconceptions associated with Sciatica along with simple lifestyle changes you can make in order to help you live your most optimal life! Free Week of the Jen Health Membership: Looking for a movement community that gives you the plan specific to your body? Need accountability and a plan that is specific to your restrictions?! Come grab a free week of our Jen Health Membership! You'll have access to 12 plans that were all curated by Doc Jen, Dr of Physical Therapy. We make sure you get set up with the plan that will be best for your goals and the rest is laid out for you to follow! Come check it out today! You can even get a discount on your first month using code OPTIMAL at checkout! What you will learn in this PT Pearl: 1:45 - What is Sciatica? 4:05 - Radiculopathy. What is it? 7:05 - When should I take Sciatica more seriously? 10:40 - What’s going on with my nerves? 11:20 - Possible causes of Sciatica. 13:30 - Contributing factors of Sciatica. 15:10 - One size does not fit all. 17:15 - Progressing your body through your triggers. 18:00 - Don’t be afraid to workout. 20:40 - Progress may be slow and learning patience. 22:36 - Learning to change your environment. To Watch the PT Pearl on YouTube, click here: https://www.youtube.com/watch Other Items mentioned in this episode to check out: Podcast Episode on Disc Herniation: https://jen.health/podcast/3 Instagram Sciatica Post: https://www.instagram.com/p/CE8OGWWD9Tc/ For links to research and full show notes, visit the full website here: https://jen.health/podcast/68 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! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Do you find yourself having an unhealthy relationship with the foods that you consume? Have you ever been told that you need to look a certain way to be healthy? Most of us have been caught in this trap and it can seem hard to escape the never-ending cycle of misinformation. This episode with Sohee Lee and Ben Carpenter, health and wellness coaches, dive into uncovering myths and misconceptions that are commonly used in the fitness industry. Learn about how to build trust with where you find your information as well as finding out which methods and processes are the most optimal for you. Free Week of the Jen Health Membership: Looking for a movement community that gives you the plan specific to your body? Need accountability and a plan that is specific to your restrictions?! Come grab a free week of our Jen Health Membership! You'll have access to 12 plans that were all curated by Doc Jen, Dr of Physical Therapy. We make sure you get set up with the plan that will be best for your goals and the rest is laid out for you to follow! Come check it out today! You can even get a discount on your first month using code OPTIMAL at checkout! What you will learn in this episode with: Sohee Lee and Ben Carpenter: 3:42 – Sohee’s purpose and impact. 5:32 – Ben’s realizations and journey to becoming a better trainer. 7:43 - Mainstream research and the content they lack. 9:58 - Who should I trust to get information from? 13:13 - Wanting the perfect physique and certain standards of the fitness industry. 16:43 - Sohee’s journey and how it motivated her. 19:07 - Ben’s perfectionism and the side effects from it. 21:57 - The extremes of dieting and the negative effects it can have on you. 26:18 - Sohee’s approach to moderation and the pushback she received. 27:30- The culture of extremes in fitness. 31:58 - Taking a proactive approach to reach your goals. 34:16- Building your success momentum. 35:57- Living with Crohn’s Disease & what it is. 45:14- Sohee’s love for teaching and changing lives. 47:39-  Hard beliefs and being open to new information. Items mentioned in this episode include: Sohee's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/soheefit/ Sohee's ELT Method: https://soheefit.com/pages/coaching Lift with Sohee: https://soheefit.com/products/lift-with-sohee Ben's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bdccarpenter/ Ben's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/bencarpenter To learn more about Ben and Sohee, check out the full show notes here: https://jen.health/podcast/67 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 subscribeand leave a quick rating and review of the show! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Do your knees pop and crackle like rice krispies when doing squats?! Ever been told to stop doing movements that cause your knees to make those noises? Tune in as Dr. Jen and Dr. Dom dive into what Knee Crepitus is and how you can overcome the aches and pains in your knees. They inform you on the importance of continuing to explore your body, why your knees are making noises and how to gain confidence within your body. This podcast is created to give you the tools and education to continue moving forward and finding what optimal means for your body. Let’s dive in! Free Week of the Jen Health Membership: Looking for a movement community that gives you the plan specific to your body? Need accountability and a plan that is specific to your restrictions?! Come grab a free week of our Jen Health Membership! You'll have access to 12 plans that were all curated by Doc Jen, Dr of Physical Therapy. We make sure you get set up with the plan that will be best for your goals and the rest is laid out for you to follow! Come check it out today! You can even get a discount on your first month using code OPTIMAL at checkout! What you will learn in this PT Pearl: 4:50 – What is Knee Crepitus? 6:26 – Is it just a term? 8:01 - Creating fear within yourself & learning to explore your body 12:28 - Knee Crepitus associated with pain 13:36 - Contributing factors of Knee Crepitus 15:18 - Assess, don’t guess! 15:51 - The importance of building overall strength 17:52 - The importance of warming up & what works for you 19:55 - Continued exploration of your body To Watch the PT Pearl on YouTube, click here: https://www.youtube.com/watch 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! Learn more from Doc Jen here: https://instagram.com/docjenfit/ Learn more from Dr. Dom here: https://instagram.com/drdomdpt/ To check out the full show notes, visit Doc Jen's website here: https://jen.health/podcast/66 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Suffer from negative thoughts? Anxiety? What about that constant comparison, especially as you scroll through social media? Or maybe even chronic pain?! Most of us experience some level of almost all of these. You are not alone. This episode with Kara Loewentheil, Master Coach, Mindset Expert, and Harvard graduate, will help you learn how to finally start killing those negative thoughts and retraining your brain! Kara provides evidence-based and relatable tools you can start with today to create true change and step into a confident person who owns their self-worth. Tune in to start exploring the power of your brain! Free Week of the Jen Health Membership: Looking for a movement community that gives you the plan specific to your body? Need accountability and a plan that is specific to your restrictions?! Come grab a free week of our Jen Health Membership! You'll have access to 12 plans that were all curated by Doc Jen, Dr of Physical Therapy. We make sure you get set up with the plan that will be best for your goals and the rest is laid out for you to follow! Come check it out today! You can even get a discount on your first month using code OPTIMAL at checkout! What You Will Learn in this episode with Kara Lowentheil: 0:50 – Kara’s purpose 2:50 – Kara’s experience and her passions 5:40 - Kara’s law school experience 7:27 - Changing the way you think 8:42 - Retraining your brain 11:53 - Practices you can try on your own 20:04 - The power of manifestations and why they work 22:50 - Areas Kara focused on for herself 26:20 - The effect of visual media on the brain 30:31 - What does health look like for you 35:57 - Additional resources you can take advantage 41:14 - Thinking about pain 46:00 - Kara’s personal pains and her approach on it About Kara Loewentheil: Kara Loewentheil is a Master Certified Coach with a B.A. from Yale and J.D. from Harvard Law. In the last four years after pivoting from a legal career, she has grown her lift coaching business from 0 to 7 figures. She’s the host of the iTunes top-rated self-help podcast Unf*ck Your Brain which has been downloaded 10M times, and she has been featured in outlets life Marie Claire, Mind Body Green, MSN.com and The Huffington Post. Kara lives in New York City. Items mentioned in this episode include: Kara’s Website to Learn More: https://unfuckyourbrain.com/ Unf*ck Your Brain Podcast: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/unf-ck-your-brain-to-create-feminist-confidence/id1229434818?mt=2 The Confidence Cheat Sheet: https://unfuckyourbrain.com/confidence-podcast To learn more about Kara Loewentheil in the full show notes, click here: https://jen.health/podcast/65 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Happy New Year Movers! Still unsure about what your resolutions are for the upcoming year? Are you looking forward to crushing all your goals in 2021? You are definitely going to want to tune in to this episode as Dr. Jen and Dr. Dom dive into New Year’s resolutions! They will be covering various topics such as how to build sustainable change coming into this year along with tips and tricks in order to help you feel less stressed. Free Week of the Jen Health Membership: Looking for a movement community that gives you the plan specific to your body? Need accountability and a plan that is specific to your restrictions?! Come grab a free week of our Jen Health Membership! You'll have access to 12 plans that were all curated by Doc Jen, Dr of Physical Therapy. We make sure you get set up with the plan that will be best for your goals and the rest is laid out for you to follow! Come check it out today! You can even get a discount on your first month using code OPTIMAL at checkout! What You Will Learn in this PT Pearl: 3:14 – How to start the new year and dealing with the stress 4:37 – Sustainable resolutions and not setting yourself up for failure 7:29 – Creating your intentions 8:25 – The idea of choosing happiness 10:58 – How to approach resolutions 13:10 – Having the power of choice 14:52 – Coming up with your one word 16:22 – How to prepare for unexpected events 17:44 – Feeling your pains and emotions in order to free yourself 18:14 – Creating resolutions with your partner 20:22 – Taking care and showing up for yourself 21:21 – Learning to inject movement into your life no matter what To Watch the PT Pearl on YouTube, click here: https://www.youtube.com/watch 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! To check out the full show notes, visit Doc Jen's website here: https://jen.health/podcast/64 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Super flexible? Do gumby type party tricks or know someone who does? Then you need to listen to this informative interview with Andrew Dettelbach and Katie Goss – founders of Whealth – on hypermobility, EDS, and all that comes with it.  Listen to these revealing truths behind double “jointedness” and hypermobility, along with the advantages that come with it! Learn all you need to know about hypermobility, how to self assess it, and how you can optimize it! Need more?! Andrew and Katie explain their new program, Whealth, and how you can start creating better habits towards your optimal body. Free Week of the Jen Health Membership: Looking for a movement community that gives you the plan specific to your body? Need accountability and a plan that is specific to your restrictions?! Come grab a free week of our Jen Health Membership! You'll have access to 12 plans that were all curated by Doc Jen, Dr of Physical Therapy. We make sure you get set up with the plan that will be best for your goals and the rest is laid out for you to follow! Come check it out today! You can even get a discount on your first month using code OPTIMAL at checkout! What You Will Learn in This Interview with Andrew Dettelbach & Katie Goss: @the.shirtlessdude @katertot @spreadwhealth 02:10 – Andrew and Katie introducing themselves and what they do 03:33 – What Hypermobility and EDS means, the spectrum of it, and how to identify it 08:28 – How Andrew and Katie were diagnosed with hypermobility 13:51 – What proprioception is and how to reintroduce it if you are hypermobile 15:37 – What Katie and Andrew began to work on once they understood they had hypermobility 18:07 – Why hypermobility forced Andrew back to the basics and how it helped 19:32 – How to self assess if you are hypermobile and what to do if you are 21:17 – What double jointed means and what the advantages that come with it if you understand it 25:49 – What someone diagnosed with hypermobility but still feel tight in the body should look into 27:55 – Why cramping is good if you’re hypermobile and an example exercise 30:41 – How Andrew approaches movements patterns to make them more effective 33:23 – Where to go if you are dealing with issues associated with hypermobility 34:17 – Whealth program and the benefits of being apart of it About Andrew Dettelbach & Katie Goss: ANDREW DETTELBACH: At 15 years old, my mother was diagnosed pre-diabetic. The result was an immediate transition to a healthier and more active lifestyle for myself. After graduating college, I experienced a massively debilitating back injury - a 10mm herniation at my L4/L5 disc and bulged disc. I spent those 2 years exploring my movements, figuring out what felt good and what hurts, and slowly reintroducing weighted movements. As someone with Hypermobile Ehlers Danlos Syndrome (EDS), I have found that improving my body awareness and strengthening my weaknesses is the most profound thing that I can do for myself. KATIE GOSS: My interest in health and wellness began 20 years ago when I decided to take on a career in nursing because I was passionate about helping others. As a cardiac critical care nurse, I enjoyed the constant learning and critical thinking it required. Knowing the power of prevention and self-care, I left the medical field, trained in Pilates and continued my own health journey experimenting with different approaches. To learn more about Andrew Dettelback & Katie Goss in the full show notes, click here: https://jen.health/podcast/63 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.