What happens when your entire sense of self hinges on a single workout or form of movement? In this episode, we explore the hidden risks of a one-dimensional fitness identity and how it can impact your mental and physical well-being. We’ll talk about why diversifying your fitness routine and identity as a whole is crucial for long-term success and …

Have you ever wondered if your clothes might be affecting how you feel in your body beyond aesthetics? In this episode, I explore how the clothes you wear might be contributing to neck and back discomfort or tightness. From restrictive waistbands to ill-fitting bras and even the shoes on your feet, your clothing choices can either support or limit …

In this episode, we dive into a thoughtful question I got about the struggle of showing up for strength training sessions years off and if lifting lighter weights provides the same health benefits of lifting heavy. We’ll explore the differences between heavy and lighter/moderate weights, unpack the mindset struggles of re-building after time away, …

In this episode, we explore the often overlooked risks of cortisone injections, one of the marketed ‘quick fixes’ for pain and inflammation. While they can provide temporary relief, we discuss the potential long-term consequences for joint and muscle health, and what to consider instead for injuries and pain. Whether you're considering cortisone in…

In this episode, I’ll share my go-to strength training split that I continue to come back to for my own training and that my clients also love, as well. There are so many different options for strength training, and it can be overwhelming trying to figure out what works best for you. You’ll learn why I love this split, how I organize each session, …

Implementing tempo work helps to improve strength and stability, and can be important for things like tissue remodeling for overcoming and preventing injuries. This episode will dive into the science behind tempo training, how it impacts your body and why it’s a powerful tool for getting stronger and staying injury-free.…

Overcoming a nagging issue is tricky, but not impossible. It often just requires a bit of detective work and investigating as well as monitoring over time. This is one of the things missing in alot of rehab and often part of why people I work with haven’t overcome their issues. When we’re not monitoring these things, we end up missing key things th…

One of the biggest misconceptions that people have about going through rehab is that they’ll be pain-free quick AF. While it is awesome when clinicians can offer relief in a single session, it is more often than not an unexpected bonus. Most nagging injuries take longer than you think, and managing those expectations up front is really important. T…

In this episode, you’ll learn why I ended up trying Crossfit, how I injured my shoulder during Crossfit while in DPT school, and the rehab I had to address it. I also share what I wish would have been done differently and how that experience has shaped my business and how I coach clients now.Door Dr. Jen Hosler

In this episode, I dive into my personal journey of feeling like I didn’t quite belong in the fitness industry. For years, I felt like an outsider because I didn’t compete, obsess over macros, or follow strict routines. I questioned my place in the industry, wondering if anyone would take me seriously. Over time, I realized that I had some underlyi…

There are many benefits to incorporating mobility training, and ultimately they augment what we do in traditional fitness training. In this episode, you’ll learn how mobility training can help with hypertrophy, or growing muscle. If you have a hypertrophy goal in your training, give this one a listen!…

One of the most annoying and frustrating injuries is dealing with a neck or low back tweak. Especially when it feels like it comes out of nowhere, like during the most simple, mundane tasks. Too many people blame these types of injuries on “getting older”, but I’m here to flip that script. Tune in to this episode to learn the 2 main reasons these t…

If you’ve been considering adding running to your movement practice, give this episode a listen. You’ll learn 5 things that will help you prepare your mindset and your body, so you can avoid the common injuries and burn out that happens to most people when they get started with running.Door Dr. Jen Hosler

If you’ve ever struggled with figuring out how mobility work fits in with your strength programming, this episode is for you! In this episode, you’ll learn 3 simple ways to implement mobility work into sessions your clients are already doing, so they can make progress without feeling overwhelmed from a million different exercises.…

Over the years of programming for my own clients, reviewing what they’ve done prior to working with me, and mentoring coaches & movement pros, I’ve noticed the struggles with progress or lack of results with mobility work tend to come down to 3 main issues. In this episode, we’ll cover the 3 big mistakes, why they happen, and what to think about in…

I started taking courses and seminars early on in my career because I honestly couldn’t get my hands on enough information about movement. Some of the things I paid for were helpful, and some were not. After 7+ years of putting it all into practice, I’ve learned alot, and I’m sharing the biggest takeaways with you in this episode (which is a big gl…

Over the past few years of mentoring coaches & movement providers, I started to realize some patterns in the same struggles they were all having with implementing mobility work for their clients. In this episode, we’re covering 3 of the most common mistakes that contribute to common frustrations like not feeling like your clients are progressing or…

If you want to implement mobility work in your current programming for clients, it begins with an assessment. In this episode, you’ll learn the 2 different types of movement assessments, how they compare to each other, and the important considerations for each one.Door Dr. Jen Hosler

The old advice of “just resting” anytime you experience pain or an injury is no longer recommended. Not only can it derail your progress more than necessary, but it can make your rehab progress slower. In this episode, you’ll hear the 3 things I have clients track & pay attention to to monitor their progress in rehab and to inform their training se…

In this episode, we’re covering some of the top reasons people skip their mobility work. I’m giving you real-life examples from clients and how we worked through those together to increase their adherence to their programs, so they could actually get the results they’re after. All without a side of shame + judgment.…

Getting older doesn’t have to mean getting stiffer and experiencing more pain, injuries, and struggles with movement. But, if you talk to anyone who does experience those things, they love to tell younger people to “just wait until you’re older”. In this episode, I’ll share some of my observations from people who tend to make these comments, give a…

If you’ve ever been curious about what you’re supposed to be thinking about to brace during lifting, and what the difference between bracing and the valsalva maneuver is, this episode will clear that up for you. You’ll also learn about intra-abdominal pressure (IAP), how it’s created, the muscles involved, and why you don’t want to think about “dra…

While injuries suck, they are often hidden learning opportunities. In this episode, you’ll learn 4 of the big learning lessons injuries can bring, my favorite questions to audit your movement practice & identify gaps that might have contributed to your injury, and 2 ways people get stuck and miss learning opportunities during an injury.…

For a long time, many people believed that if they lifted heavy, they would become more stiff and inflexible. In recent years, many of us have been sharing that this is not necessarily true and that flexibility and strength can co-exist. Yet, we still see people who are super strong that are also very inflexible. So what gives? In this episode, you…

Dealing with chronic ankle sprains can be super frustrating and keep you from doing things you enjoy like running or hiking out of fear of yet another injury. Unfortunately, it is common to have multiple additional sprains after an initial injury. In this episode, you’ll learn some of the big gaps in most rehab for chronic ankle sprains & 4 things …