The Optimal Body Podcast

In this episode, DocJen & Dr. Dom explain the anatomy and etiology of Baker’s cyst, how to recognize if symptoms are cyst-related, and its prevalence with other degenerative conditions. As a condition that typically goes away on its own, DocJen shares her experiences with Baker’s cyst, and they both discuss the importance of needing controlled range of motion. Futhermore, they provide you with a guide to assessing the knee.

In this episode, RD Kelly LeVeque, describes her FabFour approach and how to keep blood sugar levels stable throughout the day. She explains how blood sugar levels are related to the types of carbohydrates consumed, cravings, and whether sugar is truly addicting. She provides insight into how to test your blood sugar level, fiber and bloating, probiotic/prebiotic foods when to consume starchy vegetables, juice cleansing and detox, as well as the research on fasting.

In this episode, DcJen & Dr. Dom dissect the anatomy and physiology of the QL, describing the thoracolumbar fascial sling. They explain how the QL relates to the lower core and breathing, and how to determine if symptoms are truly from the QL. They discuss treating QL trigger points, whether passive treatments are useful, and tools or ways to help symptoms associated with the QL area.

In this episode, DPT Pelvic Floor specialist, Dr. Marcy Crouch, describes the anatomy and physiology of the pelvic floor, honing in on its orchestrated synergy with the trunk, abdominal, and respiratory muscles. She dives into the importance of progressing kegels functionally, how to explore the pelvic floor, and why pelvic floor dysfunction should not be normalized with pregnancy. She addresses ways to prepare for labor and whether or not you can prepare for the pain.

In this episode, DocJen & Dr. Dom explain the anatomy and physiology associated with Golfer’s elbow and share current perspectives on the cause of the symptoms associated with the diagnosis. They briefly touch on the prevalence of the diagnosis, its association with grip strength, and whether or not passive treatments are effective. Finally, they end with their step-by-step guide to approaching Golfer’s elbow.

Welcome to episode 103 of The Optimal Body Podcast Improving accessibility to healthy food with Ashley Tyrner of Farmbox Direct Feel unsatisfied with the quality of produce in your nearest grocery store? Find grocery shopping

In this episode, DocJen & Dr. Dom explain the anatomy and physiology associated with tennis elbow, possible causes, the symptoms, and the tests used to diagnose tennis elbow. They touch briefly on other risk factors that could contribute to tennis elbow, and end with their step-by-step guide to approaching tennis elbow symptoms.

In this episode, celebrity trainer Simon De La Rue discusses how dance extends beyond the body to the mind. She shares how to start dance at home and how to make fitness fun! She speaks about the therapeutic effects of dance, as a means to approaching inner-work and inner-healing. Finally, she shares her experience with movement motivation during preganancy and how to selectively filter social media to create a more accomodating environment for yourself.

In this episode, DocJen & Dr. Dom answer your questions. They guide you through approaching chronic pain and how to separate it from your self-worth, shifting mindset, distinguishing soreness, pain, injury, the importance of recovery, if a pain-free life is possible, retraining the nervous system, and they favorite guest interviews in the last 100 episodes!

Welcome to episode 99 of The Optimal Body Podcast Exercise & therapy for pregnancy & postpartum with physical therapist, Lashonda Jones Curious about pelvic floor health? Need some pregnancy or postpartum core guidance? Heard Kegels