In this episode of the Optimal Body Podcast, hosts Doc Jen and Doctor Dom, both Doctors of Physical Therapy, welcome Jennifer Gularson, a leading expert in women’s midlife health and functional medicine. Together, they discuss hormone replacement therapy, GLP-1 medications, and the challenges women face during perimenopause and menopause. Jennifer emphasizes individualized, science-based care, shares practical tips for symptom management, and highlights the importance of holistic approaches—including lifestyle changes and patient advocacy—to optimize women’s health and longevity. The episode offers compassionate guidance and actionable insights for navigating hormonal changes, hormone replacement therapy and improving overall well-being.

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What You'll Learn from Dr Gularson:

04:55 Jennifer shares her career path, early experiences with menopause care, and transition into functional medicine and hormone replacement therapy.

09:08 Discussion of common complaints from women experiencing perimenopause and menopause, and the importance of validation.

11:23 Emphasis on the need for integrated, team-based care and listening...

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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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Have you been putting starting your new exercise or movement routine on pause for too long?! Come join us because now is the time to "Just Press Play!" Take the toughest step and just start one video. I promise you'll feel the difference in your body and come back for more! Listeners get a bonus discount with code OPTIMAL at checkout.

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• YouTube Channel

For full show notes and resources visit https://jen.health/podcast/448

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

Gabriela's Resources:

• Fertility Breakthrough Website
• Fertility Breakthrough on IG
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• Gabriela on IG

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