The Optimal Body

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357 | Improve Your Metabolism, Body Composition and Pain during Perimenopauase and Beyond with Dr. Stephanie Estima May 20, 2024

Show notes

In this episode, Dr. Stephanie delves into the various factors that influenced her career path and discusses the critical ways in which nutritional and training needs evolve as we age. She explains why you might notice weight gain in your 40s despite maintaining the same routine and explores the importance of meal timings and how to maximize the benefits of exercise. Dr. Stephanie also addresses the role of intermittent fasting, the benefits of HIIT and cardio as we get older, and how to determine the right cardio intensity for your fitness level. Finally, she discusses whether hormone replacement therapy is suitable for all women. Tune in to learn more from Dr. Stephanie!

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What You Will Learn in This Interview with ⁠Dr. Stephaine Estima⁠:

04:00 - What led Dr. Stephanie down her career path?

10:45 - Why do nutritional and training considerations change as we age?

13:15 - How do nutrition and training change?

21:50 - Why are you putting on pounds in your 40s with the same routine?

28:10 - Do meal timings matter and how do you maximise gains from exercise?

31:40 - Intermittent fasting? Should you do it?

38:38 - Can HIIT and cardio play a role as we continue to age?

42:40 - How do you calculate your cardio intensity?

44:15 - Should all women do hormone replacement therapy?

48:00 - Learn more with Dr. Stephanie!

To learn more about this episode⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠and view full show notes, please visit the full website here:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://jen.health/podcast/357

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356 | What is Dry Needling? When is it Beneficial? May 13, 2024

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Heard of Dry Needling? DocJen and Dr. Dom give you the rundown on what Dry Needling is, the effect it has on the body physiologically, and who might need it! They discuss the limitations of measurement bias in research, the benefits of dry-needling, how long it lasts, and what it means to have expectations and beliefs about dry-needling, also considering the role of supervision and emotions. Let's dive into all things dry needling and what the systematic reviews say about Dry Needling!

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What You Will Learn in this PT Pearl:

2:40 - What is Dry Needling?

5:30 - Dry needling - how is it used?

8:05 - Limitation of measurement bias

11:55 - Dry needling benefit

14:12 - How long does the benefit last?

15:20 - Expectations and beliefs of dry needling

19:13 - What the research says! Systematic reviews!

22:40 - Emotion ,Supervision, and Pain?

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For the full show notes, visit the full website at: ⁠⁠https://jen.health/podcast/356

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355 | Improving Sleep Quality and Quantity to Kick Insomnia with Devin Burke May 06, 2024

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Devin takes a deep dive into the complexities of sleep, beginning with his personal journey towards understanding its significance. He explores the development of insomnia and its implications for individuals. Continuing, Devin sheds light on the physiological processes our bodies undergo during sleep, emphasizing its importance. He also highlights common mistakes people make regarding sleep and offers insights into addressing these errors. Transitioning to practical advice, Devin shares screen recommendations and healthy sleep habits, along with tips for managing emergency sleep-related situations. He further discusses daytime practices to improve sleep quality and offers practical solutions for those with limited time. Exploring sleep aids, Devin examines the effectiveness of sleeping medications. Additionally, Devin discusses the impact of environmental factors on sleep, including the relevance of sound machines. He also addresses how menopause and hormonal changes can disrupt sleep patterns, as well as the role of movement in promoting better sleep. Let's dive in!

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What You Will Learn in This Interview with Devin Burke:

7:10 - What got Devin into the realms of sleep.

9:25 - How do you develop having insomnia?

12:47 - What our body is doing during sleep?

14:50 - Mistake you are making around sleep.

17:00 - The second mistake you are making to sleep.

19:02 - Screen recommendations and healthy habits for sleep.

21:25 - Emergency situations!

24:20 - What can you do during the day to sleep better!

28:45 - Don’t have time? Here are your practical solutions.

30:58 - Sleeping medications and aids.

32:06 - How much does your environment affect sleep quantity and quality?

36:15 - What about sound machines? Do you need one?

38:00 - Menopause an hormonal changes affecting sleep?

40:45 - How much does movement play a role in getting to sleep.

43:10 - Learn more from Devin.

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354 | What is Blood Flow Restriction Training? Apr 29, 2024

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Have you heard of Blood Flow Restriction? DocJen and Dr. Dom dive into the researcher who developed the method of Blood Flow Restriction training, their story of innovation and the science behind its effects on the body. Diving into its clinical implications associated with sarcopenia, cardiovascular complications, muscle growth and pain perception, they provide you with the latest research insights into Blood Flow Restriction Training.

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What You Will Learn in this PT Pearl:

1:50 - How BFR training was born?

6:00 - How BFR training affects age related muscle wasting?

8:50 - How BFR supports blood pressure regulation

10:40 - Protocals to stimulate BFR for muscle growth

13:00 - BFR training and pain sensitivity

16:50 - The importance of supervision

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353 | The Fundamental Pillars of Holistic Health with Naturopathic Doctor, Dr. Mahboubeh Apr 22, 2024

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Diving into the pillars and levers of holistic health, Dr. Mahboubeh described why it is important to focus practice on holistic health and how you can begin to create the best environment to allow healing to occur. Then, she speaks about treating the body systemically and holistically, defining her phrase, "We are not what we eat but how we live." Then, she provides a guide to hydration, blood sugar regulation, how to optimize your plate, and finally, what it means to heal in layers. Let's peel back the layers of health with Dr. Mahboubeh!

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**Vivo offers a 100-day trial period. If you are not completely satisfied, you can send the shoes back and get a refund.

What You Will Learn in This Interview with ⁠Dr. Mahboubeh:⁠

3:50 - Why focus practice on holistic health

5:47 - How do we create the best environment to allow healing to occur

8:00 - Why should we treat the body systemically and holistically

15:36 - We are not what we eat but how we live

19:55 Guide to hydration

22:00 - Guidelines for hydration

28:00 - Blood sugar regulation and Is there one best diet?

33:35 - How to understand what your plate should look like

37:00 - How do we heal in layers?

40:38 - Where can you learn more with Dr. Mahboubeh⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

To learn more about this episode⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠and view full show notes, please visit the full website here:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://jen.health/podcast/353⁠⁠

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352 | Scapular Winging? What can you do! Apr 15, 2024

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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!

What You Will Learn in this PT Pearl:

2:30 – What is Scapular Winging?

3:20 – Scapular Anatomy

5:11 – Does scapular winging cause pain?

6:56 – Are you aware of your scapular winging?

10:30 – It’s not only about the scapulae

14:56 – Scapular range of motion

17:59 – Videotape how your scapula moves... It’s pretty cool!

18:38 - How to test your scapular range of motion

20:51 - Funny movement does not mean pain or injury

To Watch the PT Pearl on YouTube, click here: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch⁠

For the full show notes, visit the full website at: https://jen.health/podcast/352

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351 | The 4 Pillars to Improve Foot Health and Preventing Pain with Functional Podiatrist, Dr. Emily Splichal Apr 08, 2024

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Stretching and strengthening may not be enough for Foot Health. Dr. Emily Splichal⁠⁠⁠ dives into the missing piece: sensory awareness! Describing the 4 pillars of foot health, she provides insight into the importance of sensory input through the feet, potential causes of neuropathy, and tools you can use to gain awareness in the feet. With a simple test to gauge your risk of falls, she provides simple methods to improve your foot proprioception and, ultimately, balance! From flat feet to high arches, she covers all our bases! Let's dive in!

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What You Will Learn in This Interview with Dr. Emily Splichal⁠:

6:00 - The 4 pillars of the feet

9:12 - Why is it important for our feet to “feel”

11:40 - Sensory Conditions: Neuropathy

12:30 - How to gain awareness in the feet?

16:00 - Can’t walk barefoot? Here’s what you can do!

18:40 - Foot proprioception and its affect on balance

21:00 - Why single leg balance is so important

22:00 - How foot type affects single leg stability

25:25 - Orthotics have a time and place!

29:50 - Is it possible to get out of an orthotic?

34:20 - Higher arch foot type: Does foot shape equate function

38:46 - High Arches - do you need to strengthen the arch?

41:33 - Exercises for strengthening the foot

49:45 - Learn more with Dr. Emily!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

To learn more about this episode⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠and view full show notes, please visit the full website here:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://jen.health/podcast/351⁠

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350 | What Exercises Help to Improve Posture? Apr 01, 2024

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Your one-stop shop to addressing your posture! DocJen and Dr. Dom dive into all things posture and how you can change your movement game to address your posture. Tapping into mobility, strength through range, and core control, they hone in on their best tips! Let's dive in!

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What You Will Learn In This PT Pearl:

3:15 - What is posture?

5:30 - What exercise is best to improve posture?

8:50 - Should you use machines in the gym?

12:20 - Restrictions and range of motion.

14:00 - The power of the eccentric phase of exercise.

16:15 - Tapping into mobility.

To Watch the PT Pearl on YouTube, click here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://youtube.com/watch/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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349 | Fitness Changes & Considerations During Pregnancy & Postpartum with Brianna Battles Mar 25, 2024

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Itching to exercise post-partum but have been told to wait? Or, wanting to exercise as a beginner and pregnant? We dive into how Brianna found passion in helping new mothers post-partum and through pregnancy with their fitness journeys. We dive into whether exercise is harmful during oreganacy and post-partum, post-partum expectations related to return to exercise, whether you need to avoid core exercises, and considerations related to running and jumping! Let's dive in!

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Try something different. If you've been told to "stay away," "stop [x]," "try [x] and it has not worked," we're taking you back to the basics and back to the science. Jen Health was created so that you don't have to think but just show up from 5-15 minutes a day to work on your deep core, and functional mobility, and to understand stability and control through movement as yes, all these factors are staples to target exercises for a specific pain point. Educating you - the what and the why covered! This week only, take advantage of our massive discount of $159. You get all our plans for a full year of 11 plans for different plans with multiple phases, monthly webinars to continue your education and have your answers to your questions, as well as community! Click here to ⁠⁠get access to the discount⁠⁠!

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What You Will Learn in This Interview with Brianna Battles:

3:55 - What got Brianna interested in fitness for pregnancy

9:40 - “I’m pregnant now what?” Is exercise bad?

16:30 - Should you stop core exercises?

21:40 - Low or no energy but itching to move? How to navigate it?

26:20 - What to focus on in the first couple of weeks post-partum?

30:00 - Markets for readiness to return to exercise

35:30 - Rule of thumb to support your body for running and jumping

40:30 - From couch potato to fitness while pregnant

44:05 - Learn more with Brianna.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

To learn more about this episode⁠ ⁠⁠and view full show notes, please visit the full website here:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://jen.health/podcast/349

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348 | Should You Do Cool Downs? What is the Best Technique? Mar 18, 2024

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Do you cool-down? At times, cool-downs feel unimportant or a waste of time, however, DocJen & Dr. Dom break the confusion in this episode. With a high emphasis on specificity, they explain the importance of strategically cooling down the body to prepare the body for optimal recovery, addressing how to appropriately use breath and movement after exercise to kickstart that rest, digest, and recovery state. Let’s dive in!

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What You Will Learn In This PT Pearl:

2:20 - Why cool-down? Passive vs Active Cool-down.

5:40 - Research around cool-downs.

9:00 - Choosing your best cool-down.

10:00 - How to foam roll effectively.

11:19 - How to use research to inform your movement practices.

To Watch the PT Pearl on YouTube, click here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://youtube.com/watch/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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