Meet Your Body with Jessica Valant, MSPT
Episodes
Ep. 52 - Setting Goals For The New Year
04 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It's the new year, which means everyone is talking about resolutions and goal setting. In today's episode, Jessica talks to you about her personal pro...
Ep. 51 - Back to the Beginning
28 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It's common to feel discouraged when it seems we are "back at the beginning".Whether it's an injury, change in job status, relationship or other unfor...
Ep. 50 - My Breast Cancer Diagnosis
20 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Two weeks ago Jessica was diagnosed with breast cancer.In this raw and real episode, she tells you how the diagnosis came about and what the first two...
Ep. 49 - LIMITING THOUGHTS SERIES! - Healing Is Not Linear
06 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In the final episode of our limiting thoughts series, Jessica talks about the importance of knowing that healing is not linear.It's easy to get stuck ...
Ep. 48 - LIMITING THOUGHTS SERIES! - Your Body As The Enemy
30 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In the third episode of our limiting thoughts series, Jessica discusses the need to let go of the false idea that your body is the enemy.Society sets ...
Ep. 47 - LIMITING THOUGHTS SERIES! - All Or Nothing Mentality
15 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In the second episode of our limiting thoughts series, Jessica talks about the ways the All of Nothing Mentality can hold you back. In the health and ...
Ep. 46 - LIMITING THOUGHTS SERIES! - The Comparison Game
08 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jessica is starting a new four part series on Meet Your Body all about the thoughts that limit us and hold us back from feeling empowered and confiden...
Ep. 45 - Aging Over 60
02 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Whether it's menopause, how to exercise, relationships or mindset - there are so many important questions around being over the age of 60 in our world...
Ep. 44 - How I'm Dealing With Aging
25 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jessica is turning 46 years old soon and is right in the middle of perimenopause and all the physical and mental changes that brings. In this episode,...
Ep. 43 - Taking Care of Yourself In Hard Times
19 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
At the time of this recording, we are experiencing an unfathomable tragedy in the world. The pain and suffering we see in this world can be overwhelmi...
Ep. 42 - Coffee Date - Hip pain, squats and other tangents
10 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode of Meet Your Body, it's a coffee date with Jessica! She'll catch you up on life and chat with you about what she's been going throu...
Ep. 41 - Prolapse Series - All About Prolapse Surgery
27 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In the final episode of our prolapse series, Jessica discusses everything you need to know about pelvic organ prolapse surgery.While only a small perc...
Ep. 40 - Prolapse Series - Prolapse and Exercise
20 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
One of the most misunderstood topics involving a pelvic organ prolapse is how to exercise safely. In today's episode of Meet Your Body, Jessica will d...
Ep. 39 - Prolapse Series - Diagnosis, Symptoms and Treatment
12 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Up to half of all women may experience a pelvic organ prolapse in their lifetime. Yet it continues to be a source of fear, frustration and misundersta...
Ep. 38 - Protecting Your Peace
06 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In today's busy, chaotic, do it all society, it's easy to feel overwhelmed and stressed. These feelings can wreak havoc on our physical, mental and sp...
Ep. 37 - What to Expect As You Age
28 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In a recent discussion with a client, Jessica realized that there isn't enough information to guide us as we age. There are natural changes that do oc...
Ep. 36 - My Own Experience with Chronic Stress & Anxiety
25 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jessica would never have described herself as an anxious or stressed person growing up. Then, in her early 20's, she experienced firsthand the physica...
Ep. 35 - When and How To Make Exercise Harder (and why it doesn't have to be pretty!)
19 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
One of the most common questions Jessica gets asked is "How do I know I'm ready to make my workout harder?"In this podcast episode, Jessica addresses ...
Ep. 34 - How I Don't Balance It All
10 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jessica recently received a message commenting on her busy life and asking how she does it all. This led her to record this podcast explaining her sec...
Ep. 33 - The Benefits of Walking!
28 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Walking every day can have a powerful affect on your overall health! In today's episode, Jessica shares her personal journey with walking, including w...
Ep. 32 - Getting the Most From Your Abs and Core!
13 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The abs and the core are talked about a lot in the fitness and health care industries. But what are those two body parts? Why are they important? And ...
Ep. 31 - My Recent Health Scare
06 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Two weeks ago Jessica woke up with some fairly concerning symptoms. She saw her doctor who immediately ordered a brain MRI. The next two weeks were fu...
Ep. 30 - How to Exercise With Fibromyalgia, Chronic Fatigue and Autoimmune Disorders
24 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Daily movement is important for all of us. This can be challenging when you have various autoimmune disorders or diseases such as fibromyalgia and chr...
Ep. 29 - Endometriosis - Facts, Myths, Surgery and My Story
17 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jessica was diagnosed with endometriosis after her first laparoscopic surgery almost twenty years ago. Since then she's experienced two additional sur...
Ep. 28 - Motivation and Exercise
10 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
As a physical therapist and movement professional, one of the most common questions Jessica gets asked is how to feel motivated to workout. In today's...
Ep. 27 - How To Be An Advocate For Yourself In Health Care and Fitness
02 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We talk all the time about the importance of being an advocate for yourself and today we are diving into what that means and why it's so vital to your...
Ep. 26 - Special Guest Rachel Piper on Moving in a Bigger Body and Accessibility in Fitness
26 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We are excited to bring Rachel Piper to the Meet Your Body podcast! Rachel (NCPT) is a classically trained comprehensive Pilates teacher who believes ...
Ep. 25 - Let's Talk About Perimenopause
19 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Perimenopause is considered the "second puberty" for women, yet it's something that's rarely talked about! It can last anywhere from 5-12 years prior ...
Ep. 24 - Tips for Less Frequent Urination (Day and Night!)
12 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Do you find yourself always looking for a bathroom? Do you do the "just in case" pee every time you leave the house? Do you wake up multiple times a n...
Ep. 23 - Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy
05 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Pelvic floor physical therapy is important specialized physical therapy that focuses on the pelvic floor - and that can sometimes be confusing! In tod...
Ep. 22 - My Midlife Confusion
29 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jessica recently had a revelation while standing in the kitchen - she may be experiencing what she calls a "midlife confusion". With the combination o...
Ep. 21 - The Origins of My YouTube Channel and a Giveaway!
21 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ten years ago, Jessica started a YouTube channel as way to share a basic physical therapy workout program with a former client. The Jessica Valant Pil...
Ep. 20 - Everything I've Learned About Elder Care
15 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Four years ago, Jessica and her husband were thrown into the world of elder care when they became the caretakers for her mother-in-law, who was in the...
Ep. 19 - Special Guest Dr. JPop on Kids, Movement Diversity and Allyship
01 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We are honored to bring you Dr. Jennifer Hutton (aka Dr. JPop) to the Meet Your Body podcast! Dr. Hutton is a pediatric physical therapist and has bee...
Ep. 18 - Helping Kids Create Healthy Movement Habits
22 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The CDC recommends kids ages 6-17 get a minimum of one hour of moderate activity daily. How can we help our kids get that in an age of devices, online...
Ep. 17 - What You Should Know About Hypermobility
16 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Hypermobility affects 30% of the population and can lead to joint and muscle pain, weakness, fatigue, anxiety, dizziness and more. Today we will discu...
Ep. 16 - All About Arthritis and Exercise
08 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Arthritis affects every one in four adults. While it can cause stiffness, pain and limited mobility, it doesn't have to stop you from the movement and...
Ep. 15 - My Recent Injury - Healing, Pain and More
01 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today Jessica discusses her recent snowboarding injury and how she - as a physical therapist - is dealing with it! She talks about the moment it happe...
Ep. 14 - Exercise Series - All About Stretching and Mobility
26 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In the final episode in our exercise series, Jessica talks all about stretching and mobility! We'll discuss the difference between stretching and mobi...
Ep. 13 - Exercise Series - All About Resistance Training
19 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In the second episode of our exercise series, we are talking all about resistance training! Resistance training can include bands, weights, dumbbells,...
Ep. 12 - Exercise Series - All About Pilates
11 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We are starting our exercise series today! We will be devoting episodes to various movement modalities, and today we are starting with Pilates. I've b...
Ep. 11 - Preparing For The New Year - My Personal Process For Goal Setting
05 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It's the New Year! Which means marketers are telling you all about hustling, working hard, setting goals and making resolutions. I think it's time we ...
Ep. 10 - All About Jessica Valant Pilates - Our history, values and mission
28 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today I'm pulling back the curtain on Jessica Valant Pilates! I'll tell you the story of how our current business came to be and what makes us differe...
Ep. 9 - Real Talk About Self Care
14 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Research tells us that people who include self care practices in their daily routines are more resilient and experience more positive mental and physi...
Ep. 8 - The Benefits of Workout Variety
07 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We all know the importance of regular exercise. Did you also know there are vital health reasons to include variety in your workouts? Today Jessica ta...
Ep.7 - Staying Positive In The Midst Of Chronic Pain and Disease
23 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
When you have lost trust in your body, it's easy to feel discouraged and defeated. In this episode, Jessica talks about the four steps she takes every...
Ep.6 - Stress, Anxiety and the Power of Movement
16 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Stress and anxiety are a large part of our lives in this day and age. The problem is, chronic stress and anxiety can both cause disastrous longterm he...
Ep.5 - Hysterectomy Series - Your Questions Answered
09 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In the third and final episode of our hysterectomy series, Jessica answers listener questions. She will discuss topics such as the possibility of blad...
Ep.4 - Hysterectomy Series - Exercise, sex and healing after surgery
02 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In the second episode of our hysterectomy series, we are talking about everything you need to know after your hysterectomy surgery. We will discuss wh...
Ep.3 - Hysterectomy Series - What You Should Know Before Your Hysterectomy
26 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Hysterectomy is the second most common surgery for women in the United States. Yet, there is very little information available about how to prepare fo...
Ep.2 - The Importance of Feeling Safe In Your Body
19 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Feeling safe in your body is a necessary piece of moving forward in a relationship with your body and movement. Unfortunately, many of us have learned...
Ep.1 - The Lessons I've Learned From My Body
13 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode of Meet Your Body, Jessica gives you a behind the scenes look into her own health journey and how she ultimately became a champio...
The Meet Your Body Podcast - Welcome
11 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the Meet Your Body podcast! Join physical therapist, Pilates Teacher, mom of two, and coffee lover Jessica Valant as she brings her signatu...