The Optimal Body

What is the optimal body? What does optimal mean to you? Listen to this PT Pearl as Dr. Jen and Dr. Dom dive into all that comes with an Optimal Body membership.  They explain why discovering your optimal body is a unique and individual journey and how this membership provides the tools to help you uncover it.  As Dr. Jen and Dr. Dom constantly say, the benefit of movement is massive and needed. This programs educates you on how to efficiently get moving and achieve your optimal body with minimal to no equipment. It’s beyond a “workout.” This is about getting to know your body down to its foundation to truly help you understand how to relieve pain, optimize movement patterns and build resiliency within your body. This podcast uncovers all you’ll need to know to get started on your journey 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 PT Pearl: 00:43 – What is the optimal body? 01:39 – The Optimal Body versus the Mobility Method 03:29 – How The Optimal Body started and why it was created 06:17 – Training types available in The Optimal Body 08:41 – The intention behind The Optimal Body 10:18 – The power of slowing things down 12:01 – How the Optimal Body teaches you how to load efficiently with minimal equipment 13:34 – The secret behind why intentional muscle activations are important 17:56 – What The Optimal Body membership is and the community that comes with it 20:01 – Who should join the Optimal Body 23:06 – How to choose the right program for you 24:50 – Success story of an Optimal Body member To Watch the PT Pearl on YouTube, click here: https://www.youtube.com/watch We think you’ll love: FREE Week of the Jen Health Membership FREE Low Back Pain Course! Jen’s Instagram Dom’s Instagram YouTube Channel To check out the full show notes, visit Doc Jen's website here: https://jen.health/podcast/62 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’ve tried every diet in the book and nothing seems to work? Then you don’t want to miss out on this interview with Dr. Mike T. Nelson – research fanatic who specializes in metabolic flexibility  and heart rate variability, online trainer, professor, and creator of the “Flex Diet Certification” – as he explains how you can start increasing your metabolism today.  Dr. Mike T. Nelson breaks down what metabolic flexibility is and how to simplify your diet needs.  He also dives into the benefits of fasting, how to properly work up to a fasting schedule, and who fasting is best for.  You don’t want to miss out on this informative interview with knowledgeable Dr. Mike T. Nelson. 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 Dr. Mike T. Nelson: @drmiketnelson 02:23 – Dr. Nelson’s work background and current studies 04:02 – Dr. Nelson’s reason behind doing what he does 05:59 – What the “Flex Diet” encompasses and why Dr. Nelson created it 11:03 – What metabolic flexibility means, why it's important, and how you can start exploring it 16:43 – Personal experience of Dr. Nelson training giving nutritional advice to a client 19:45 – Differences between Dr. Nelson training men versus women 25:56 – How people can start fueling themselves to benefit their metabolic flexibility 32:38 – Supplements and Dr. Nelson’s recommendations About Dr. Mike T. Nelson: Mike T. Nelson, PhD, MSME, CSCS, CISSN, is a research fanatic who specializes in metabolic flexibility and heart rate variability, as well as an online trainer, adjunct professor, faculty member at the Carrick Institute, presenter, creator of the Flex Diet Cert, kiteboarder, and (somewhat incongruous) heavy-metal enthusiast. The techniques he's developed, and the results Mike gets for his clients have been featured in international magazines, in scientific publications, and on websites across the globe. In his free time, he enjoys spending time with his wife, lifting odd objects, reading research, and kiteboarding as much as possible. Items mentioned in this episode include: Dr. Nelson’s Website: www.miketnelson.com Dr. Mike's Flex Diet: https://flexdiet.com Dr. Mike's Insider Newsletter: https://flex-diet.ck.page/newsletter Dr. Mike's Flex Diet Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/flex-diet-podcast/id1488376804 To learn more about Dr. Mike T. Nelson in the full show notes: https://jen.health/podcast/61 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Want to know what the Mobility Method is all about? Need information before you can take the leap into your mobility journey? Don’t think you can achieve mobility? Tune in as Dr. Dom interviews Founder, Dr. Jen, as she explains mobility and why the Mobility Method is an individualized program for anyone to get to their most optimal, mobile self.  Listen in as she explains the benefits of the initial assessment in The Mobility Method and how it can educate you further on your body and possible diagnosis.  This program is the most cost-effective way, with a one-time investment, for you to explore and relieve your body of tension and restriction; from breathwork to specific mobility routines to information on mobility tools, this program has it all.  You don’t want to miss out on all of these juicy details and a secret bonus is hidden somewhere in this podcast! 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: 00:42 – Why the Mobility Method was originally created 03:25 – Long term benefits of mobility 04:11 – Dr. Jen explaining the Mobility Method and its structure 06:07 – How you would navigate through the Mobility Method for your own body 08:08 – Why it’s important to do the full assessment, even if you have pain in one area 10:01 – Misconceptions with the Mobility Method - How to manage a mobility program for your day 12:23 – How long it will take you to get through the Mobility Method 15:48 – What Dr. Jen recommends for people with chronic pain and those new to mobility 17:25 – Who should do mobility? 19:25 – Dr. Jen’s mobility journey to this day 20:39 – The ideal time to start the Mobility Method - Why doing the work is so beneficial To Watch the PT Pearl on YouTube, click here: https://www.youtube.com/watch We think you’ll love: FREE Week of the Jen Health Membership FREE Low Back Pain Course! Jen’s Instagram Dom’s Instagram YouTube Channel To check out the full show notes, visit Doc Jen's website here: https://jen.health/podcast/60 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Having intimacy issues in your relationships?  Did you know there are 12 different types of intimacy? If not, you don’t want to miss this interview with Dr. Kristie Overstreet – clinical sexologist, certified sex therapist, psychotherapist, and so much more – as she dives into all topics regarding intimacy and relationship issues.  Dr. Overstreet dives into all aspects of sex therapy from LGBTQIA+ medicine to how porn may have affected your sex life.  Listen in as Dr. Overstreet uncovers how to take ownership of your relationship and how to ease into these uncomfortable conversations with your partner. 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 Dr. Kristie Overstreet: @kristie_overstreet 03:13 – What drives Dr. Overstreet to do what she does 05:09 – Taking ownership of what happens in your relationships 06:41 – How to open up to your partner about topics that may be hard to discuss for you 07:48 – What intimacy means and the different types 09:48 – Dr. Overstreet’s explanation as to why sexual intimacy has a certain stigma associated with it 11:27 – The importance of talking about transgender medicine and how we define self 14:08 – Recommendations from Dr. Overstreet on how medical form layouts can be more inclusive 15:20 – What inclined Dr. Overstreet, as a psychotherapy, to become a sex therapist 17:41 – How to combat the shame associated with the conversation of sex 19:51 – How to identify whether you are stuck with your partner or your partner just isn’t right for you 22:00 – How to know when to walk away from a relationship 24:54 – How Dr. Jen’s and Dr. Dom’s past relationships benefited theirs together 28:43 – How porn has built an expectation around sex 30:10 – How to bring up uncomfortable sex conversations with your partner 32:05 – The importance of pelvic floor therapy for optimal sexual intercourse - How to find a therapist About Dr. Kristie Overstreet: Dr. Kristie Overstreet, is a clinical sexologist, certified sex therapist, psychotherapist, and author of Fix Yourself First: 25 Tips to Stop Ruining Your Relationships and host of Fix Yourself First podcast. Her mission is to help people improve their relationships by first focusing on the most important relationship they have, the one with themselves so that they are empowered to create the lives they deserve. Dr. Kristie believes that you are the best expert in your own life. Her role is to provide unconditional support, motivate you to be your best, and meet you where you are in your journey. As your BFF Sex Therapist, she believes that you have the answers, and she is there to help you find your voice to take action. Items mentioned in this episode include: Dr. Kristie’s Website: http://www.drkristieoverstreet.com/ Free training for women : How to get emotional and physical intimacy without sacrificing your needs?: https://learn.drkristieoverstreet.com/iimtraining To learn more about Dr. Kristie Overstreet in the full show notes: https://jen.health/podcast/59 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Learn why foot and ankle mobility is essential for overall health and movement efficiency. Discover simple tricks and exercises to improve range of motion. Find out the benefits of using VivoBarefoot Shoes and get a special discount. Explore various exercises to strengthen foot and ankle mobility, including toe spreading and single-leg standing.

Does your job have you sitting all day? Feel tightness in your hip flexors? Listen in as Dr. Jen and Dr. Dom explain what might be happening at your hip joint and the best ways to combat that tightness.  All of the factors that may go into your tightened muscles are uncovered and functional tools are given to relax that built up tension.  If you really want to heal your body and get it to it’s optimal health, you’ve come to the right spot. 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: 01:01 – What the Iliopsoas entails and where along these muscles people complain 03:01 – What muscle tightness means and why your hip flexor may be pulling on your low back 03:56 – Neurological factors with hip flexors and how to combat tightness 04:56 – How to utilize your hip flexors fully to combat tightness - Why stretching isn’t the full answer 10:29 – Why combining core and hip movements are beneficial in strengthening your hip flexors 13:53 – How the diaphragm affects your hip flexors - Benefits of diaphragmatic breathing 18:02 – Tools you can use to release your hip flexors To Watch the PT Pearl on YouTube, click here: https://www.youtube.com/watch Items mentioned in this episode include: Breathwork TOB Podcast: https://jen.health/podcast/11 FREE Week of the Jen Health Membership To check out the full show notes, visit Doc Jen's website here: https://jen.health/podcast/56 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Curious about kettlebells? If you’re ready to pick up your first kettlebell or become a kettlebell master, listen to this interview with Marcus Martinez, the “Kettlebell poster boy”, to understand the benefits of kettlebells and how to grow your athletic abilities.  Marcus is a master kettlebell coach for Kettlebell Kings as well as former master coach for ONNIT Academy, kettlebell certification trainer with Living.Fit, personal trainer, owner of MBody Strength Kettlebell Gym, and has been involved in the health and wellness industry since 2001.  This interview will give you the ins and outs of the uniqueness of kettlebells compared to other tools and their ability to balance strength and fluidity in various ways. Join us as Marcus dives into how kettlebells create stronger, more explosive athletes with access to any and all movement patterns possible. 15% Vivobarefoot Shoe Discount: Get 15% OFF VivoBarefoot Shoes with code “TOB” at checkout and FREE YOUR FEETof the prisons we’ve been putting them in for years!! 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 Marcus Martinez: @kettlebellexercises 03:50 – How long Marcus has been involved in health and wellness and what brought him there 05:29 – Marcus’ experience with kettlebells and his passion for them 07:51 – What Marcus has seen, both good and bad, on social media with kettlebells 09:25 – Basic, common mistakes Marcus has seen in form with kettlebells 10:51 – Why kettlebells are favored for optimal body movement compared to other implements 14:58 – What Marcus believes about being well rounded versus an expert on one specific thing 17:49 – Marcus’ purpose with his kettlebell work and training 20:15 – How Marcus keeps his kids motivated to continue moving in this era of screens 27:23 – Where Marcus believes beginners to kettlebells should start 28:49 – Why working with kettlebells shouldn’t be painful and what Marcus teaches 31:54 – Movement benefits that comes with kettlebell training About Marcus Martinez: Marcus Martinez is currently the Master Kettlebell Coach for Kettlebell Kings and Living.Fit. He’s developed and run the kettlebell certification through Living.Fit as well as created countless programs that have helped people all over the world. He’s a CSCS and has been in the fitness industry since 2001 as a personal trainer, class instructor, gym owner, workshop presenter, and video curator. He was the former master kettlebell coach for Onnit Academy and started Mbody Strength Kettlebell Gym in Orange County. His passions are his family, all things strength and health, and comedy. Items mentioned in this episode include: Kettlebell program: https://www.living.fit/offers/bpSZyLcu/checkout Learn more about Marcus in the full show notes: https://jen.health/podcast/57 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Have you ever struggled with gut health issues? What about hormone issues? Maybe even body image struggles? You are not alone. Learn from podcast guest, Laurie Christine King, Austin’s #1 personal trainer and nutritionist, as she opens up about her personal journey, what she’s learned and her recommendations to finally take control back of your own health and body. Listen towards the end to even hear from Doc Jen and Dr. Dom’s experience with some of these health struggles. 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 Laurie Christine King:@lauriechristineking 02:38 – Laurie’s goal for putting out the information that she does 07:30–Why  are hormones important to pay attention to? 10:50 – Why Laurie started creating content and who she started creating content for 13:14–Why weight training? Is it important for women? 20:14 – Authenticity and credibility with coaches on the internet 21:50 –Laurie’s experience with hormonal birth control - How long it took her to get where she’s at today 23:24 – Laurie’s experience with gut health and information about gut testing 27:17 – Laurie’s experience with hormone replacement therapy and what to expect 32:10 – Where Laurie recommends people to start if faced with these types of issues 34:26 – Laurie’s message to those who obsess over fitness 38:26 – What Laurie believes every woman should be educated on 44:09 – The difference between a smart doctor and a good doctor 45:53 – Different types of thyroid tests and when’s the best time to get them as a woman 48:28 – Optimal thyroid ranges to pay attention to 50:41 – Laurie’s recommendation for gut health plan 55:11 – Laurie’s view on birth control for the body 58:54 – Dr. Dom’s experience and story with food and weight training 1:04:23 – Laurie’s current body need: mobility! 1:07:11 – How to find more information about Laurie Items mentioned in this episode include: Paragon Training Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paragontrainingmethods/ Laurie’s Website: http://lauriechristineking.com/ Paragon Training Website: http://paragontrainingmethods.com/ Laurie’s YouTube: http://youtube.com/lauriechristineking Paragon Training YouTube: http://youtube.com/paragontrainingmethods Laurie’s Ebook: The Ultimate Guide to Nutrition, Fat Loss, Muscle Gain, & More https://lauriechristineking.com/product/fatloss/ Learn more about Laurie in the full show notes: https://jen.health/podcast/55 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Have pain in your shoulder during certain movements? Join Dr. Jen and Dr. Dom as they explain why avoiding these movements may be a one way track to frozen shoulder.  Listen to get all the information you need to get started on decreasing inflammation in your shoulder and learn how to notice other factors that may be causing this issue.  Tune in as they dive into the benefits of manual therapy and why, if it is done with the right intention, it can give you back that range of motion you’ve been missing.  Frozen shoulder may be a long and painful journey, but this podcast will provide tools and motivation you need to optimize and mobilize your body once 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: 01:58 – Information behind the different stages of frozen shoulder - Why it's possible to avoid 06:17 – Two symptoms that are seen in frozen shoulder 07:29 – Number one thing to avoid 09:30 – Things you can do to to decrease inflammation 10:43 – Type of manual therapy that is beneficial for frozen shoulder and why 12:27 – How to cope with the dreaded healing time and process of frozen shoulder 14:06 – How to avoid relying on medication for frozen shoulder and control what goes into your body 14:59 – Why creating a safe place for your shoulder with a physical therapist is important To Watch the PT Pearl on YouTube, click here: https://www.youtube.com/watch Research Citations: Frozen Shoulder - Adhesive Capsulitis - OrthoInfo - AAOS. (n.d.). Retrieved from, https://orthoinfo.aaos.org/en/diseases--conditions/frozen-shoulder/ Hollmann L;Halaki M;Kamper SJ;Haber M;Ginn KA;. (n.d.). Does muscle guarding play a role in range of motion loss in patients with frozen shoulder? Retrieved from https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29986193/ Mezian, K. (2020, September 03). Frozen Shoulder. Retrieved from https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK482162/ Physical Therapy Guide to Frozen Shoulder (Adhesive Capsulitis). (2020, August 20). Retrieved from https://www.choosept.com/symptomsconditionsdetail/physical-therapy-guide-to-frozen-shoulder-adhesive-capsulitis To check out the full show notes, visit Doc Jen's website here: https://jen.health/podcast/54 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Looking for a quick fix for your pain? Then listen to this interview with Sam Ciaccia – trainer by day and physician assistant by night – as she explains what she runs into at the emergency room all the time and how you can avoid it.  This podcast opens up our eyes to the reality of a “quick fix” and the importance of awareness and self care of one’s body.  Tune in for some body awareness exercises that you can implement in your day to day to make sure your body can be protected from possible troubles down the road. 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 Sam Ciaccia: @sciaccia 02:58 – What Sam’s purpose and goal is behind what she does 05:08 – Why it is important to Sam to continue learning and teaching movement` 07:13 – What it means to “abuse the system” 09:15 – How to motivate those who are looking for a quick fix 12:02 – The importance behind educators informing patients fully to avoid addictive behaviors 13:32 – Addictions behind medications and the importance of finding alternatives and education 16:05 – Why kettlebells, movement, and breathwork is so prevalent in Sam’s life 20:13 – How to determine if you are in an inhaled or exhaled state and why it's important 25:44 – How to strengthen breathwork with movement 27:25 – Why rib cage and pelvis placement is important - How to determine a neutral state 31:42 – Why having a lack of understanding of your body can be harmful 33:15 – How to start becoming more aware of your body movement About Sam Ciaccia: Sam Ciaccia is certified with her CSCS, SFGII, MS, PA-C. Trainer by day, Physician Assistant by night. Sam lives a duo-career, treating patients in the ER while living out her passion as a Strength Coach in NYC. She’s helped a range of clients from getting out of pain to conquering feats of strength! Kettlebells are her specialty focusing on the biomechanics of movement patterns and how they are applied to Kettlebell training. She encourages everyone to live up to their full potential in her sessions and overall in life! Items mentioned in this episode include: Sam’s Website: https://www.samanthalynnciaccia.com Sam’s App: https://marketplace.trainheroic.com/workout-plan/team/kettlebell-strength To check out the full show notes, visit Doc Jen's website here: https://jen.health/podcast/53 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.