Meet Your Body with Jessica Valant, MSPT

Change is one of the few things we can count on in life—and yet it's something most of us resist. In this personal episode, Jessica shares what she's navigating in her own life right now, from the changes that come with aging and a changing body to family dynamics, work, and the uncertainty that every new season can bring.

Through honest reflection and practical tools, Jessica explores how we can meet change with more curiosity, self-compassion, and resilience instead of fear. She shares the questions she asks herself during difficult transitions, why looking back can remind us of the strength we already have, and how focusing on what we can control helps us move forward with confidence.

If you're feeling like life looks different than it used to—or you're standing at the beginning of a new chapter—this episode is a reminder that you don't have to have everything figured out. Change can feel uncomfortable, but it can also become one of our greatest teachers. Join Jessica for an honest conversation about learning to trust yourself, meet your body where it is, and embrace the beauty of growing through every season of life.

Sponsors:

➡️ Get 20% off your water purifier from AquaTru with code MEETYOURBODY - ⁠⁠⁠http://www.aquatru.com⁠⁠⁠

⚫︎ Jessica’s website, resources, services & more: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.jessicavalantpilates.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

⚫︎ THREE DAY FREE TRIAL of Jessica’s UNLIMITED community and app with daily workouts: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.jessicavalant.com/unlimited⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

⚫︎Watch our podcast episodes on YouTube here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@meetyourbodypodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

⚫︎ YouTube workouts: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/c/JessicaValantPilates⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

⚫︎ Follow Jessica on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.instagram.com/jessicavalantpilates⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Jessica Valant Pilates app:

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Jessica Valant and Jessica Valant Pilates, LLC, recommend you consult with a physician before starting any new exercise program. The information given here is not meant to treat or diagnose any medical condition.
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After her annual book recommendations episode, Jessica couldn't resist creating one more reading list—this time with a very special guest! Her 13-year-old daughter joins her to share their favorite fiction books for girls, with recommendations organized by age and reading level. They both love to read and share books together and they are excited to bring their favorites today.

They divide their recommendation list into four sections, beginning with books for approximately third-grade readers and progressing through the pre-teen and early teen years. Along the way, they give details about each book recommendation so you can accurately decide if it's right for the young reader in your life.

Whether you're a parent, grandparent, teacher, librarian, or a young reader searching for your next favorite series, this episode is full of engaging, age-appropriate fiction recommendations to help girls fall in love with reading. We hope you'll discover some new favorites to enjoy together—or on your own.

Sponsors:

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Resources:

⚫︎ List of books from this episode https://jessicavalant.com/book-recommendations-for-pre-teen-and-early-teen-girls

⚫︎ Links to purchase books mentioned in this episode and support independent bookstores: ⁠https://shopmy.us/shop/collections/6154345⁠

⚫︎ Book Huddle on Instagram: ⁠⁠http://instagram.com/bookhuddle⁠⁠

⚫︎ Jessica's favorite books episode for adults: ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/meet-your-body-with-jessica-valant-mspt/id1649561552?i=1000717556857⁠

⚫︎ Jessica’s website, resources, services & more:⁠⁠http://www.jessicavalantpilates.com⁠⁠

⚫︎ Jessica’s UNLIMITED community and app with daily workouts for muscle strength:⁠⁠http://www.jessicavalantpilates.com/unlimited⁠⁠

⚫︎Watch our podcast episodes on YouTube here: ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@meetyourbodypodcast⁠⁠

⚫︎ YouTube workouts: ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/c/JessicaValantPilates⁠⁠

⚫︎ Follow Jessica on Instagram: ⁠⁠http://www.instagram.com/jessicavalantpilates⁠⁠Jessica Valant Pilates app:Apple IOS - ⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/mry5ya8r⁠⁠Google - ⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/yh3ty5fp⁠⁠

Jessica Valant and Jessica Valant Pilates, LLC, recommend you consult with a physician before starting any new exercise program. The information given here is not meant to treat or diagnose any medical condition.
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It's one of my favorite episodes of the year! In this annual tradition, I'm sharing the books that inspired me, challenged my thinking, made me laugh, let me escape and kept me turning pages long after bedtime. From fiction fantasy, drama and romance to non-fiction empowerment and women's health, there's something here for every kind of reader.

I'll tell you why each book made my list, who I think will enjoy it most, and the lessons or stories that stayed with me long after I finished reading. Whether you're looking to learn something new, find your next page-turner, or simply add a few great titles to your reading list, I hope this episode introduces you to a book you'll love.

Sponsors:

➡️ Get 20% off my favorite Honeylove bras at http://www.honeylove.com/MEETYOURBODY . After check out they'll ask where you heard about them. Please support our show and tell them we sent you!

Resources:

⚫︎ All my favorite books: https://shopmy.us/shop/collections/6154345

⚫︎ Book Huddle on Instagram: ⁠http://instagram.com/bookhuddle⁠

⚫︎ Previous favorite books episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/meet-your-body-with-jessica-valant-mspt/id1649561552?i=1000717556857

⚫︎ Jessica’s website, resources, services & more:⁠http://www.jessicavalantpilates.com⁠

⚫︎ Jessica’s UNLIMITED community and app with daily workouts for muscle strength:⁠http://www.jessicavalantpilates.com/unlimited⁠

⚫︎Watch our podcast episodes on YouTube here: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@meetyourbodypodcast⁠

 ⚫︎ YouTube workouts: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/c/JessicaValantPilates⁠

 ⚫︎ Follow Jessica on Instagram: ⁠http://www.instagram.com/jessicavalantpilates⁠Jessica Valant Pilates app:Apple IOS - ⁠https://tinyurl.com/mry5ya8r⁠Google - ⁠https://tinyurl.com/yh3ty5fp⁠

Jessica Valant and Jessica Valant Pilates, LLC, recommend you consult with a physician before starting any new exercise program. The information given here is not meant to treat or diagnose any medical condition.
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When you are a runner, some of the most important workouts you do happen on the days you aren't going for a run.

In this episode of Meet Your Body, physical therapist and women's health expert Jessica Valant, MSPT, explains why cross training is one of the most valuable tools for improving performance, preventing injuries, and helping you enjoy running for years to come. Whether you're training for your first 5K, preparing for a marathon, or simply love getting out for a casual jog, you'll learn how strength training, Pilates, mobility work and other forms of movement can make you a healthier, more resilient runner.

Jessica also explains why your body benefits from movement variety and shares practical recommendations for incorporating cross training into your weekly routine.

You'll learn:

Why running alone isn't enough for long-term health and performance

How cross training can improve running efficiency and reduce injury risk

The best types of cross training for runners

How strength training and Pilates complement your running

What a balanced week of training can look like for runners of all levels

Whether your goal is to run farther, recover faster, or simply keep doing what you love, this episode will help you build a body that's made to support every mile.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

⚫︎ Runner's month in Jessica's UNLIMITED fitness app: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.jessicavalant.com/unlimited

⚫︎ "You Don't Have to Run to Be Healthy" podcast episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/meet-your-body-with-jessica-valant-mspt/id1649561552?i=1000677482158

⚫︎ Jessica’s website, resources, services & more: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.jessicavalant.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

⚫︎ THREE DAY FREE TRIAL of Jessica’s UNLIMITED community and app with daily workouts: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.jessicavalant.com/unlimited⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

⚫︎Watch our podcast episodes on YouTube here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@meetyourbodypodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

 ⚫︎ YouTube workouts: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/c/JessicaValantPilates⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

 ⚫︎ Follow Jessica on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.instagram.com/jessicavalantpilates⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Jessica Valant Pilates app:

Apple IOS - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/mry5ya8r⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Google - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/yh3ty5fp⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Jessica Valant and Jessica Valant Pilates, LLC, recommend you consult with a physician before starting any new exercise program. The information given here is not meant to treat or diagnose any medical condition. 
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Most of us don't spend much time thinking about our lymphatic system—but this incredible network plays a vital role in immunity, fluid balance, healing, and overall health. When it's functioning well, you probably don't notice it. But when it's not, you may experience swelling, puffiness, fatigue, frequent illness, or complications after surgery and cancer treatment.

In this episode of Meet Your Body, physical therapist and breast cancer survivor Jessica Valant breaks down the lymphatic system in a way that's easy to understand and immediately useful. You'll learn what the lymphatic system does, how lymph fluid moves throughout the body, and why this often-overlooked system is essential for everything from immune function to recovery and healing.

Jessica explains how the lymphatic system acts like a network of highways throughout the body, what happens when traffic gets backed up, and why lymph nodes play such an important role in keeping us healthy. She also shares her personal experience navigating lymph node removal during breast cancer treatment and why understanding lymphatic health became such an important part of her own recovery.

You'll discover simple, science-backed ways to support your lymphatic system every day, including movement, walking, stretching, strength training, deep breathing, hydration, and reducing inflammation. Jessica also discusses manual lymphatic drainage, dry brushing, and other popular lymphatic health practices, helping you understand what the research says and who may benefit most.

Whether you're recovering from surgery, managing lymphedema, navigating cancer recovery, supporting your immune system, or simply wanting to better understand how your body works, this episode offers practical tools and empowering knowledge to help you feel stronger, healthier, and more connected to your body.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Sponsors:

➡️ Get 15% off your order at OneSkin with code MEETYOURBODY - ⁠⁠http://www.oneskin.co/meetyourbody⁠⁠

⚫︎ 10 Minute Lymphatic Drainage Workout: https://youtu.be/xHgSA1zEcQ0

⚫︎ Breast Cancer Resource Guide: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://jessicavalant.com/breast-cancer-guide

⚫︎ Cording exercises: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://youtu.be/5ACv3SrcJOo

⚫︎ Jessica’s website, resources, services & more: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.jessicavalantpilates.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

⚫︎ THREE DAY FREE TRIAL of Jessica’s UNLIMITED community and app with daily workouts: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.jessicavalant.com/unlimited⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

⚫︎Watch our podcast episodes on YouTube here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@meetyourbodypodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

 ⚫︎ YouTube workouts: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/c/JessicaValantPilates⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

 ⚫︎ Follow Jessica on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.instagram.com/jessicavalantpilates⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Jessica Valant Pilates app:

Apple IOS - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/mry5ya8r⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Google - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/yh3ty5fp⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Jessica Valant and Jessica Valant Pilates, LLC, recommend you consult with a physician before starting any new exercise program. The information given here is not meant to treat or diagnose any medical condition.
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