The Optimal Body Podcast

In this episode, Mike Aidala discusses his experience with the athletic mindset, the importance of balanced training, and language shifts you can make to optimize your mindset. He dives into the power of presence and vulnerability, how he approaches failure, and 2 ways to begin diving into yourself deeper!

In this episode, DocJen & Dr. Dom describe the anatomy and physiology of the ACL, and how ACL tears are determined, who is at risk, and whether the ACL reconstructive surgery is for you. Using research, they explain the correlations between ACL injuries, Knee Osteoarthritis, knocked knees and laxity, and the prevalence of re-injury. Providing you with an ACL rehab guide, they hone in training function, rather than worrying about structure.

In this episode, Dr. Lisa dives into her perspectives on diet culture, and the importance of defining what “healthy” is for you. She guides you through achieving food freedom, ways to create a more friendly eating environment for children. Finally, she defines body positivity, explains the benefits of re-focusing goals, and discusses how to get to body positivity, even if you face stigmas with a health at every size approach.

In this episode, DocJen & Dr.Dom reveal the truths on how KT Tape actually works. Honing in on the nervous system, they explain if KT Tape is truly holding something in place, how KT Tape works to reduce perceived pain, whether or not they have a true physiological effect and the psychological experience associated with KT Tape. Finally, they suggest how KT Tape can be beneficial and when to use it.

In this episode, founder of Dry Farm Wines, Todd White, discusses the lack of transparency in the wine industry, the process of wine-making, and the differences between natural, organic, and conventional wines. He explains the ranking systems, exposing the truths about the “FDA approved” label. Finally, he guides you through choosing the most healthful wine. and how buying wine from your local farmers’ market may be the best option!

In this episode, Dr. Fabroni, OBGYN, discusses the importance of collaboration in healthcare and how lack of access to healthcare is a leading factor in maternal mortality. he provides insight into fetal monitoring, blending fetal approaches, scheduling c-sections, and whether labor in a tub is advisable. Futhermore, he debunks the “eating for two while pregnant” myth, the importance of movement during pregnancy, and the benefits of pelvic floor therapy.

In this episode, DocJen & Dr. Dom describe the anatomy and physiology associated with flat feet, the different types of flat feet, risk factors, and the signs and symptoms associated with it. They explain the compensatory and common walking patterns seen with flat feet but hone in the function of the feet over the appearance of the arch. They guide you through bringing awareness to those feet, and explain how going Barefoot may be beneficial for you.

In this episode, physical therapist, Kristi Block, dives into her experience with recent chronic neck pain and the mindset shifts she made to optimize recovery. Furthermore, the hones in on the importance of education as a physical therapist and the beauty in refining the basics. She provides insight into injury prevention and ridding the “no pain no gain” mentality. She provides her top tips for persistent pain and her mission for Reach Rehab.

In this episode, DocJen & Dr. Dom use current research on asymptomatic rotator cuff injuries and how diagnosis does not necessarily determine pain. They explain the anatomy & physiology associated with the rotator cuff and how it may be vulnerable to injuries. They discuss muscular imbalances, the importance of the thoraicc spine, and provide their best tips to approach rehabilitation of the rotator cuff.

In this episode, Keri Ford, holistic health expert, suggests the importance of establishing an optimal relationship with food, and how to get started! As she speaks about her experience with opening up to intuitive eating, she shares the power of pausing and dropping the shame associated with certain foods through diet culture. She speaks about somatic work healing, her billion-dollar body principle, and how to shift from self-care to self-love to start your journey.