The Optimal Body

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.

Are headaches a constant nuisance in your life? Listen in as Dr. Jen and Dr. Dom explain tension headaches and their root causes.  If you or a loved one experiences these types of headaches regularly, prevention techniques provided in this podcast may relieve symptoms at a higher rate than over the counter drugs.  After listening, you will walk away with the knowledge necessary to achieve a less tense, 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: 00:53 – Studies behind the commonness of tension headaches, especially in women 02:05 – What tension headaches entail 04:16 – The root cause of tension headaches 05:22 – First recommendation to release stress or tension 08:02 – Why some techniques may help more with tension headaches than over the counter drugs 10:49 – How structure and posture can create tension headaches 14:40 – What the third diaphragm is and how it can create tension headaches 17:00 – Why neck retraction exercises are beneficial 17:58 – Why foundations, especially breathwork, are so important to have in your daily routine 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 Don’t forget your 10% DISCOUNT on your next IntelliRoll with code: "DOCJEN" at checkout: https://intelliroll.com/?rfsn=629552.d5440 Research Citations: Chowdhury, D. (2012). Tension type headache. Annals of Indian Academy of Neurology, 15(5), 83. doi:10.4103/0972-2327.100023 Harvard Publishing. (2018, December). Tension Headache. Retrieved from https://www.health.harvard.edu/a_to_z/tension-headache-a-to-z Maistrello, L. F., Rafanelli, M., & Turolla, A. (2019). Manual Therapy and Quality of Life in People with Headache: Systematic Review and Meta-analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials. Current Pain and Headache Reports, 23(10). doi:10.1007/s11916-019-0815-8 MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia. (2020). Tension headache. Retrieved from https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/000797.htm To check out the full show notes and the rest of Doc Jen's website, click here: https://jen.health/podcast/52 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Have a hard time showing emotion or being vulnerable? Feel like a lot of emotional walls are up and not sure how to break them down? Listen in as Dr. Jen and Dr. Dom interview Edan Harari – well known movement artist, high performance healing coach, and educator – as he unravels body work and what it entails. Edan dives into how the body releases tension and the importance of finding the right practice for you.  Tune in as he guides you through different energy releasing techniques with the scientific and emotional benefits that follow.  You don’t want to miss out on this in depth and healing conversation, for it provides the tools necessary to start your own optimal body journey. 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 Edan Harari: @kineticbodytherapy 00:57 – What Edan’s mission is 01:32 – How Edan incorporates mind, body relationships in his work 02:43 – What led Eden to bodywork 06:28 – How Eden unleashed his way of working on his client’s body 08:52 – How Eden approaches clients with resistance to energy work that comes with bodywork 17:34 – How Eden guides clients through fight, flight, freeze responses to the rest, digest space 21:14 – The environment Eden provides for his clients in their healing journey - Why the use of voice is important for break through 27:23 – How everything has a time and place - Simple exercise to release tension 30:56 – Dr. Jen’s experience with releasing energy 32:54 – Dr. Dom’s take on the physiological responses behind energy work 34:52 – Rib release technique led by Eden 38:11 – The effectiveness behind energy release - The courage that comes with vulnerability About Edan Harari: Before Edan Harari became a celebrity healer and educator for empowering people and sharing healing across the globe, he had his share of obstacles to overcome. From having a mental breakdown when he was 21, which led to a hospitalization and over 15 years of meds and then healing, to going through several surgeries as a child, to several sports injuries and suffering from various serious health challenges involving tremendous pain, Edan’s story is the perfect example of how anybody can overcome the obstacles in their life and then create massive impact by helping others do the same. Edan is the founder of Kinetic Body Therapy, his private practice based in NYC but he travels often to Miami, LA and his birthplace Israel for clients and trainings.  He is a movement artist, high performance healing coach and educator. Edan has been featured on several podcasts such as Ancient Wisdom Today with Shaman Durek, Less Doing with Ari Meisel, SoulFeed with Shannon Algeo, as well as Sivana, Synchronicity, Beautifully Broken and more. He’s been featured alongside speakers such as Deepak Chopra, Marianne Williamson, Elena Brower, Thomas Myers and more. Items mentioned in this episode include: Edan’s “Kinetic Body Therapy” Website: https://www.kineticbodytherapy.com/  To check out the full show notes and the rest of Doc Jen's website, click here: https://jen.health/podcast/51 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Do your hips snap, crackle, and pop when performing a certain movement pattern? Not experiencing pain? Then join in as Dr. Jen and Dr. Dom dive into the importance of understanding your snapping hips to prevent possible chronic pain down the road; pain or not.  They explain how important it is, no matter where you are as an athlete, to bring it back to the basics if experiencing snapping hip.  Although it may seem “easier” than what you’re used to, it will create a stronger foundation so you can progress even further without putting your body in harm’s way.  So make sure to listen in and empower yourself to protect your body fully as you reach its optimal level. 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: 02:23 – What “snapping hip” actually means and the different types 03:45 – Snapping hip broken down and why they may have different diagnoses 08:05 – Percentage of people experiencing snapping hip versus those who are asymptomatic 09:05 – Condition that could occur if you ignore asymptomatic, or unpainful, snapping hip 10:22 – Dr. Dom’s personal experience with snapping hip and how he addressed it 11:11 – Why motor patterns need to be relearned if experiencing snapping hip; no matter the athletic level 14:48 – Why coming back to the breathe would be beneficial in relearning motor patterns 16:37 – Examples on how you can relearn motor patterns efficiently To Watch the PT Pearl on YouTube, click here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oPY3u7yzFh0&list=PLk5UkBNdJQpZ_IlqhLBE41JP1xfPRhVEn&index=30 Research Citations: Musick, S. (2020, August 26). Snapping Hip Syndrome. From https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK448200/ Stanford Healthcare. (2017, September 11). Snapping Hip Syndrome. Retrieved from https://stanfordhealthcare.org/medical-conditions/bones-joints-and-muscles/snapping-hip-syndrome.html To check out the full show notes and the rest of Doc Jen's website, click here: https://jen.health/podcast/50 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Want to change your diet to a healthier one but don’t know how? Tune in as Dr. Jen and Dr. Dom interview Hollan Hawaii – expert in vegan, plant-based food and cleanses, liqueur dan bleu chef, health advocate, former restaurant owner, and mom of three – as she explains the nutritional benefits of eating more plants; whether you are plant based or not. Hate cooking? Hollan has some tips and tricks you can utilize in order to maintain a healthier diet while also staying out of the kitchen. Listen in to have your whole perspective on food and nutrition change; creating opportunity to begin and maintain a healthier diet and 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 Interview with Hollan Hawaii: @hollanhawaii 02:08 – Hollan’s purpose or mission on this Earth 03:13 – Hollan’s advice to anyone who wants to begin to create change in their diet 05:15 – Hollan’s health journey and what brought her to become vegan 07:45 – Why starting where you’re at is so important - Avoiding drastic changes right away 09:51 – Advice to those who don’t like cooking but still want to change their diet 11:55 – How Hollan has been creative with food and how you can replace things in your diet 14:33 – Hollan’s WalkAbout Theory and how it restructures the way you look at food 17:38 – The importance of seeds and their nutrition value - What food is supposed to do 20:10 – Adequate protein sources in vegan diets - Why it shouldn’t be a main concern 22:09 – Why you should be your own science experiment 23:11 –  How Hollan’s health has shifted since becoming vegan 25:18 – Hollan’s experience with kids, their nutrition, and their different tastes - Creating their own relationships with food 29:13 – How to create yummy, comfort foods to healthier ones About Hollan Hawaii: Hollan Hawaii is an expert in vegan plant-based food and cleanses. As a Le  Cordon Bleu trained chef, health advocate, former restaurant owner, and mom  of three, she has worn many hats in this life, but she knows the one that matters  most is her relationship with herself and her body. When those two are aligned,  everything falls into place, and she can be a better mother and chef. Hollan has  been on her own health journey for 13 years and loves sharing her perspective  and experience with food that led her to be in charge of her own health. Good Food Gratitude is Hollan’s plant-based lifestyle cookbook that also  encourages people to change the way to perceive healthy food. Hollan knows  how much work it is to make sure you and your family are eating healthy foods,  so her recipes are fast, affordable, easy, and healthy. True to her family-friendly  beach-inspired lifestyle and aesthetics, Hollan lives on the beautiful garden isle  of Kauai and enjoys spending time in the kitchen, with family and friends, and  in the rejuvenating waters of the Pacific Ocean. Hollan's Cookbook Good Good Gratitude: https://www.hollanhawaii.com/product/good-food-gratitude-cookbook/ Hollan's Vegan Thanksgiving Cookbook Free Gift: Hollanhawaii.com/gift To see this episode's full show notes and check out the rest of Doc Jen's website, click here: https://jen.health/podcast/49 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Explore the true essence of ergonomics and its impact on your workspace. Discover the surprising prevalence of neck pain among office workers and its connection to both physical and psychological factors. Learn about the importance of dynamic posture and the '30 for 30 rule' for healthier work habits. Gain practical insights for optimizing your desk setup and fostering a positive workplace environment. Empower yourself to make impactful changes that promote well-being and boost productivity.