In this episode of the Optimal Body Podcast, Dr. Jen and Dr. Dom, both doctors of physical therapy, discuss the challenges of creating habits around consistent exercise routines, especially as motivation fades after New Year’s resolutions. They emphasize starting small, using accountability, and creating habits through simple cues and systems rather than relying on motivation. The hosts share practical health tips for integrating movement into daily life, highlight the importance of enjoyment and social support, and debunk myths about needing fancy equipment. They encourage listeners to “just press play,” focus on progress over perfection, and join their supportive Jen Health community for help in creating habits that last to overcome consistent pain and aches.

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What you'll learn:

02:11 Common barriers to starting routines and why motivation alone isn’t enough.

04:13 Why people procrastinate exercise and how to overcome feeling stuck.

07:45 Addressing fears of insufficient effort and debunking the 21-day habit myth; real habit formation takes 2–5 months.

09:47 Examples of starting small, using accountability, and how habits grow over time.

12:30 How to attach new habits to daily cues, with practical movement examples for busy lives.

14:51 Incorporating movement into parenting and playtime, making exercise part of family routines.

17:51 The importance of accountability partners, consistent timing, and following a plan to maintain exercise habits.

20:21 Why enjoyment and personal value are key to sustaining movement habits, not guilt or obligation.

22:29 Research-backed advice to prioritize...

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In this episode of the Optimal Body Podcast, Doctors of Physical Therapy Doc Jen and Dr. Dom interview Gabriela Rosa, a Harvard-awarded fertility specialist and founder of the Rosa Institute. Gabriela shares her journey into fertility work, the development of her evidence-based Fertile Method, and her dedication to individualized, root-cause-focused care for those experiencing fertility struggles and recurrent miscarriage. The conversation delves into the limitations of IVF, common fertility myths, the importance of lifestyle changes, and the need for personalized diagnosis in women's health. Gabriela also provides practical resources and underscores the value of patience, consistency, and hope for those navigating fertility struggles. Throughout the discussion, she highlights the significance of addressing fertility struggles within the broader context of women's health, emphasizing compassion and a holistic approach.

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For full show notes and resources visit https://jen.health/podcast/447

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In this episode of the Optimal Body Podcast, Dr. Jen and Dr. Dom, both doctors of physical therapy, focus on body tips strategies for IT Band Syndrome and IT band pain at the hip—a less recognized but significant issue. They explain why traditional stretching and rolling are ineffective, highlighting the IT band’s anatomy and function in the context of IT Band Syndrome. Instead, they recommend evidence-based strengthening and mobility exercises targeting the hip and core to improve stability and relieve pain. The hosts offer practical exercise tips, discuss common diagnostic challenges, and emphasize a holistic, strength-based approach for long-term relief, empowering listeners to take control of their hip health. Special resources are also shared for further support.

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What You'll Learn:

2:13 Discussion of IT band anatomy, its connections, and why hip pain can be related to the IT band.

3:30 Explanation of where the IT band originates, common misdiagnoses, and imaging limitations.

6:41 Why traditional approaches like rolling or stretching the IT band are not effective.

9:11 How IT band pain at the hip mimics other conditions like bursitis and gluteal tendinopathy.

10:07 Summary of research on proximal IT band syndrome and its underdiagnosis due to imaging.

12:20 Review of surgical outcomes for snapping hip vs. non-snapping hip pain and the importance of conservative care.

14:16 Research findings that strengthening...

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