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Join top-40 Physical Therapy Influencer, Doc Jen, and her Physical Therapy husband Dr. Dom, as they bring you the body tips and PT Pearls you need to help you understand your body, relieve your pains and restrictions, and answer your questions. Along with expert guests, the goal of The Optimal Body is to help you discover what optimal means in your own body.

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In this episode of the Optimal Body Podcast, Doctors of Physical Therapy Doc Jen and Doctor Dom sit down with board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Robert Whitfield, founder of the Sharpe Method. Dr. Whitfield shares his expertise on breast implant ill... more

In this empowering episode of the Optimal Body Podcast, Doc Jen and Doctor Dom tackle the realities of aging head-on with research-backed insights. They debunk common fears around MRI findings like disc bulges and osteoarthritis, explaining—using res... more

In this episode of the Optimal Body Podcast, Doc Jen and Doctor Dom, both doctors of physical therapy, welcome back Doctor Courtney Conley to discuss her new book, Walk. Together, they explore why walking is considered the "sixth vital sign" and how ... more

In this episode of the Optimal Body podcast, Doctors of Physical Therapy Doc Jen and Doctor Dom explore the critical link between walking speed and overall health in older adults. They discuss research showing that resistance training can significant... more

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Recent Guests

Dr. Courtney Conley
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Episode: 469 | The Importance of Walking on Foot & Overall Health with Dr. Courtney Conley
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Vikash Sharma
Running performance and rehab expert
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Episode: 465 | Improve Your Running Form and Reduce Common Pain with Physical Therapist Vikash Sharma
Jake Rez
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Episode: 464 | Doc Jen Hurt Her Back Deadlifting! What She Did for Her Back Pain and Sciatic Pain
Dr. Aleksandra Gajer
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Episode: 463 | Navigating Peptides, GLP-1, and Weight Loss during Hormonal Shifts in Perimenopause with Dr Aleksandra Gajer
Kelsey Barr
Physical therapist in Tampa, specializing in chronic pain and fall prevention education
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Episode: 461 | Real Talk about Balance Training and Fall Prevention with Physical Therapist Kelsey Bahr
Will Harlow
Physiotherapist focused on aging and independence
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Episode: 459 | Recipe to Movement Longevity | Staying Strong & Mobile As We Age with Physiotherapist, Will Harlow
Dr. Nathan Bryan
internationally recognized leader in nitric oxide biochemistry and molecular medicine
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Episode: 457 | Nitric Oxide: The Molecule of Life for Health, Aging & Longevity with Dr. Nathan Bryan
Katie Duke
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Episode: 456 | The Musculoskeletal Syndrome of Menopause: Why Your Joints and Tendons Suddenly Feel 10 Years Older

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4.9 out of 5 stars from 724 ratings
  • Osteopenia Precautions

    I truly enjoy listening to both of you and have just only recently discovered your podcast as I am entering into bone density exercises. Are there exercise exercises however, that you can recommend that are not harmful to the pelvic floor for those of us who find it painful from doing heel drops or jump jumping, etc.?

    Grace

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    Enneagram 8
    United States7 months ago
  • Awesome podcast!! Always interesting and pertaining subjects!

    You guys are awesome and super clear! Very well explained to understand the physiology and the best positions for optimize movement or bringing more awareness on mobility or exercises. You helped me better understand and go through my arthritis over the last years. I was diagnosed with an Ankylosis spondylitis for the last 10 years. Following you from Montreal, Canada.

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    5
    Gjuneau
    Canada2 years ago
  • Too many quacks

    This couple has some good information in their area of expertise, physical movement, but they check their science brains at the door when they give a platform to quacks with no scientific validity. Promoting the ideas of eugenicists like Weston A. Price—a man trained in the 1800s before many of the tenets of science were established—and marketers with a wonder product to sell that will cure cavities or nearsightedness makes me doubt their own intentions. I now question their ability or interest ... more

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    3
    Anne1492
    United States2 years ago
  • Thank you!

    I have found this podcast and amazing team at the right time for me! I am 35 and have lived with hip osteoarthritis for 17 years. I’m really hoping to get to a better place with this condition, so I can live a more comfortable and full life! I have already learned so much and I just started binge consuming a few days ago! Thanks for your help and expertise!

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    5
    seren ity
    United States3 years ago
  • Great podcast

    It was an honor to be a guest on this podcast a while back. But I started back listening to podcasts recently and just have to say…I loved episode 327. Great information and NOT what you typically hear/see on social media. Thank you for this.

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    HealthyPhit
    United States3 years ago

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Content is empowering and informative, often helping listeners improve daily function.
Listeners praise the clear explanations of physiology and practical movement tips.
Guests are consistently high-quality with actionable insights for real-life pain and mobility.

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467 | Free Yourself From Technology Attachment And Rediscover Human Intelligence with Shannon Algeo
Q: What practical steps can listeners take to reclaim presence and reduce compulsive device use?
Shannon shares ideas like offline retreats, slow days, turning devices gray-scale, creating sanctuary spaces, and community-level boundary-setting to reduce dependence on devices and reclaim attentional control.
464 | Doc Jen Hurt Her Back Deadlifting! What She Did for Her Back Pain and Sciatic Pain
Q: What happened during the deadlift that led to the discomfort?
Jen describes a sharp zing through the back and down the leg, likely involving sensitivity in the lower back. She emphasizes that poor sleep, stress, and rushing through the lift contributed, and that she chose to adjust rather than push through pain.
465 | Improve Your Running Form and Reduce Common Pain with Physical Therapist Vikash Sharma
Q: How should runners approach shoe selection and footwear spectrum?
View footwear as a spectrum from minimalist to traditional workhorse shoes; choose based on individual foot mechanics and task, gradually integrating minimalist styles to improve foot strength while maintaining adequate support for daily activities and faster paces.
465 | Improve Your Running Form and Reduce Common Pain with Physical Therapist Vikash Sharma
Q: What does a supplementary strength program look like for runners who already have a running routine?
Incorporate strength training 2-3 times per week, with a focus on progressing load (80-85% of 1RM, 7-10 rep max, 1-3 reps in reserve) and including calf-specific work, plyometrics, and movements that transfer to running mechanics.
465 | Improve Your Running Form and Reduce Common Pain with Physical Therapist Vikash Sharma
Q: What should beginners focus on in the first four to six weeks when starting to run?
Start with walking and brisk walking to build capacity, then gradually introduce run-walk intervals, and tailor progression to the individual's history and goals rather than forcing a fixed distance or pace.

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The show offers practical, evidence-based guidance on movement, pain, and healthy aging through conversations with expert guests and practical demonstrations. Episodes frequently cover topics like balance training, chronic pain, musculoskeletal health, and evidence-based exercise strategies, often blending clinical insights with real-world tips. Notable strengths include clear explanations of complex biology, actionable movement recommendations, and the way guests are integrated to broaden understanding of health, fitness, and rehabilitation for everyday life. The format also tends to weave in sponsor and program promotions, which is common in this series. Potential listeners who want actionable PT guidance, accessible pain science, and str... more

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2. Shannon Algeo
3. Vikash Sharma
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5. Dr. Aleksandra Gajer
6. Kelsey Barr
7. Will Harlow
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