It can be hard to know how to adjust your schedule and to do list in different seasons of life. Whether it's a change of activities, job duties, caretaker responsibilities, kids' schooling or a medical issue, we all face times where we are forced to look at our priorities and figure out how to "get it all done".In today's newest episode, Jessica discusses how she uses her value "buckets" as a guidepost for adjusting her schedule as needed in different seasons of life. By knowing what her main values and goals are, it makes prioritizing a little easier when life circumstances change. You'll learn how to create a goal of how you want to feel, the idea that life isn't always balanced and how nourishing yourself needs to come first if you want to make space for everything else.Resources mentioned in this episode:⚫︎ Motivation and consistency podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/meet-your-body/id1649561552?i=1000683343498⚫︎ How to set goals and values podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/meet-your-body/id1649561552?i=1000640550018⚫︎ 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/yh3ty5fpJessica 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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My Life With Hypermobility
Hypermobility affects up to 30% of women, yet it is a misunderstood and oftentimes overlooked diagnosis. It can play a role in joint pain, muscle pain, exercise, anxiety, endometriosis, prolapse, dizziness and so much more. In today's episode, Jessica shares both the facts and science behind hypermobility, as well as her own journey since discovering she is on the spectrum and deals with hypermobility in her own body. You'll learn:- The exact definition of hypermobility (it's not just a bendy body!)- Why it's vital to stay strong and exercise and the safest movement plan for hypermobile bodies- Why Jessica ultimately felt empowered when she finally realized she fell on the hypermobility spectrum and how it informs the choices she makes for her body- The other body systems that can be affected when you have hypermobilityJessica has worked with hundreds of clients who have ultimately found healing, strength and safety in their hypermobile bodies. She is passionate about sharing that knowledge and experience with you.Resources mentioned in this episode:⚫︎ Four week hypermobility workout guide: https://payhip.com/b/pRj57⚫︎ 10 minute hypermobility exercises: https://youtu.be/HY8mfGoxS48⚫︎ Sleep tips podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/meet-your-body/id1649561552?i=1000700931343⚫︎ 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/yh3ty5fpJessica 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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How To Build Muscle Strength
Muscle strength is vital for us to stay strong, functional and independent as we age. Unfortunately, our muscle mass starts to decrease in our 30's and that loss increases exponentially as we go through the perimenopause and menopausal transitions. Luckily there are ways we can build muscle strength and muscle mass even through the aging process!In this episode, Jessica talks about four specific ways you can adjust your workout in order to specifically focus on muscle strength. She will address things such as the various types of muscle fibers we need to focus on, progressive overload and how to plan your workouts to focus on muscle strength.Staying strong and focusing on building muscle is vital in all stages of life, and this episode will help you do that.Resources mentioned in this episode:Jessica’s website, resources, services & more:http://www.jessicavalantpilates.comJessica’s UNLIMITED community and app with daily workouts for muscle strength:http://www.jessicavalantpilates.com/unlimitedWatch 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/yh3ty5fpJessica 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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Taboo Topics with Pelvic Floor PT Dr. Alicia Jeffrey-Thomas
Pain with sex. Constipation. Incontinence. These are extremely common issues for women and yet aren't talked about enough! In today's Meet Your Body episode, we are learning all about the important topics around pelvic floor health and how you can feel empowered in this area of your health.In this amazing interview with pelvic floor physical therapist Dr. Alicia Jeffrey-Thomas, we discuss general topics such as the importance of your pelvic floor and what to expect from pelvic floor physical therapy. We also shine light onto important topics such as pain, dilators, self assessment and how to poop for the best pelvic floor health. This is an extremely valuable, open and light hearted conversation for women of all ages!Alicia has been a pelvic floor physical therapist since 2016 and treats people of all genders in the greater Boston area. She isn’t one to shy away from taboo topics. From bladder problems to bowel movements to sex, Alicia is always game to talk through the dirty details to help patients figure out what’s going on “down there.” She’s the creator behind @thepelvicdancefloor, a social media presence with over a million followers across Instagram and TikTok, where she uses humor to share evidence-based pelvic health info in a relatable way. Her first book, Power to the Pelvis, aims to further that mission and empower people to take charge of their pelvic floor healthResources mentioned in this episode:Alicia's book Power to the Pelvis: https://tinyurl.com/a8uxvteeAlicia on social media: @thepelvicdancefloorWatch our podcast episodes on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/@meetyourbodypodcastJessica’s website, resources, services & more:http://www.jessicavalantpilates.comJessica’s UNLIMITED community and membership:http://www.jessicavalantpilates.com/unlimited 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/yh3ty5fpJessica 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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My Daily Schedule as a Physical Therapist, Business Owner and Mom
Do you ever wonder what a day in the life looks like for those you follow online? Today Jessica pulls back the curtain to tell you exactly what her daily schedule includes!You'll learn how she prioritizes the categories of her daily to do list, whether she gets up early for a specific morning routine, the areas she wishes she could put more attention towards and how she plans her workouts.Instead of giving advice for a "perfect" daily schedule, this is an episode that allows you to peek into the real life schedule of a busy business owner, mom, wife and perimenopausal woman who simply tries every day to focus on her health, her family, her work and her community.Resources mentioned in this episode:Listen to Jessica's podcast episode about setting goals: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/meet-your-body/id1649561552?i=1000640550018Watch our podcast episodes on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/@meetyourbodypodcastJessica’s website, resources, services & more:http://www.jessicavalantpilates.comJessica’s UNLIMITED community and membership:http://www.jessicavalantpilates.com/unlimited 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/yh3ty5fpJessica 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.
Join physical therapist, women's health expert, Pilates and movement teacher, mom of two, and coffee lover Jessica Valant, MSPT, as she brings her signature combination of expertise, science based research and compassion to the world of women's health and aging. The Meet Your Body Podcast will cover topics to help women feel strong, safe and secure in their bodies in all seasons of life. Jessica will bring education and knowledge, uplifting stories, actionable strategies, expert guests, personal experiences and hope to address things like perimenopause and menopause, endometriosis, hysterectomy, prolapse, infertility, the aging process, exercise, how to advocate for yourself and more. Join us as Jessica shares her own journey with these issues and ultimately provides a guide for aging and living as an empowered and strong woman.
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