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"Am I the only one who's going through things like this?" This is a question I get asked a lot by clients who have never been pregnant (and never plan to be) but experience things like leaking, pelvic pain, constipation, and prolapse.The truth is, pelvic floor issues can happen in ANYONE, regardless of birthing history. Today, we uncover what can go down and why that's the case. You aren't alone.Pelvic health is so much more than Kegels and squeezing balls between your knees. Your pelvic floor isn't just some moody muscle — it's the MVP of everything from laughing, sneezing, pooping, peeing, sexual pleasure, housing and having babies to things we don't normally think of: like working out, lifting human babies (and fur babies), and keeping our bodies stable in a world that can feel anything but.It's influenced by what you eat, how you move, what's on your mind, and everything life throws your way. Around here, we're ditching the fear, the shame, and the outdated advice. Instead, you'll get practical tips, honest conversations, and a whole lot of empowerment.Join the Mailing List by clicking here!Work with me: www.yournewquest.comFollow me on TikTok: @dr.mel_dpt**Information presented in this podcast is not to be taken as medical advice and is for educational and entertainment purposes only**Music by Roman Orekhov from Pixabay
Today we are talking about the 2 most common groups in which my clients tend to fall: those who are postpartum and feel like they're the only ones who won't "just deal with" their leaking or prolapse or :insert any pelvic floor woe here: or clients who have never been/plan to be postpartum and feel like they are "weird" for having pelvic floor issues.If you can relate to either of these, I want you to stick around for this episode.You're not alone.Pelvic health is so much more than Kegels and squeezing balls between your knees. Your pelvic floor isn't just some moody muscle — it's the MVP of everything from laughing, sneezing, pooping, peeing, sexual pleasure, housing and having babies to things we don't normally think of: like working out, lifting human babies (and fur babies), and keeping our bodies stable in a world that can feel anything but.It's influenced by what you eat, how you move, what's on your mind, and everything life throws your way. Around here, we're ditching the fear, the shame, and the outdated advice. Instead, you'll get practical tips, honest conversations, and a whole lot of empowerment.Join the Mailing List by clicking here!Work with me: www.yournewquest.comFollow me on TikTok: @dr.mel_dpt**Information presented in this podcast is not to be taken as medical advice and is for educational and entertainment purposes only**Music by Roman Orekhov from Pixabay
We are back, baby! Finally Fearless has gone through a makeover; today we are talking about what to expect from the show moving forward and where to find me!Pelvic health is so much more than Kegels and squeezing balls between your knees. Your pelvic floor isn't just some moody muscle — it's the MVP of everything from laughing, sneezing, pooping, peeing, sexual pleasure, housing and having babies to things we don't normally think of: like working out, lifting human babies (and fur babies), and keeping our bodies stable in a world that can feel anything but.It's influenced by what you eat, how you move, what's on your mind, and everything life throws your way. Around here, we're ditching the fear, the shame, and the outdated advice. Instead, you'll get practical tips, honest conversations, and a whole lot of empowerment.Join the Mailing List by clicking here!Work with me: www.yournewquest.comFollow me on TikTok: @dr.mel_dpt**Information presented in this podcast is not to be taken as medical advice and is for educational and entertainment purposes only**Music by Roman Orekhov from Pixabay
If you've ever experienced pain with penetration, you might have been given a dilator...but not much instruction on how to use it. In this episode, we are covering all the ins and outs of exactly how to use this helpful tool other than just putting it in and hoping for the best. Healthcare is a difficult territory for women to navigate, as many of us are left feeling dismissed and unheard, our concerns being chalked up to being a "crazy woman" who just needs to lose weight (BARF). That shit ends here and now. Today, we take back our health and speak up: because no one else is gonna do it for us. Dilator Youtube video here! Products in this Episode: Good clean Love Water Based Lube Slippery Stuff Water Based Lube Intimate Rose Dilators (use MELISSA24 at checkout for $5 0ff -- I do get a commission on these) Good Clean Love Hyaluronic Acid Via Hyaluronic Acid Join the Mailing List here! The Beyond Kegels mini course is here! Join Me Inside Floored Forces Follow me/Send Me a DM on IG: dr.mel_pt Send me an email: mcioffidpt@newquestpt.com Work with me: www.yournewquest.com **Information presented in this podcast is not to be taken as medical advice and is for educational and entertainment purposes only** Theme music courtesy of Grace Mesa, “Like We Do”
Today we are talking about the irony that is societal messaging in how women "should" be living and its implication on our pelvic health. Healthcare is a difficult territory for women to navigate, as many of us are left feeling dismissed and unheard, our concerns being chalked up to being a "crazy woman" who just needs to lose weight (BARF). That shit ends here and now. Today, we take back our health and speak up: because no one else is gonna do it for us. The Beyond Kegels mini course is here! Join Me Inside Floored Forces Follow me/Send Me a DM on IG: dr.mel_pt Send me an email: mcioffidpt@newquestpt.com Work with me: www.yournewquest.com **Information presented in this podcast is not to be taken as medical advice and is for educational and entertainment purposes only** Theme music courtesy of Grace Mesa, “Like We Do”
Experiencing diastasis recti? Given birth recently? Can't get rid of that abdominal pooch? These are all situations that society has taught us to fear because it means you have a weak core. But how do you know when your core is actually weak and what do you do about it? We are chatting all things that actually matter re: having a strong core (and what that means for the pelvic floor) in today's episode! Healthcare is a difficult territory for women to navigate, as many of us are left feeling dismissed and unheard, our concerns being chalked up to being a "crazy woman" who just needs to lose weight (BARF). That shit ends here and now. Today, we take back our health and speak up: because no one else is gonna do it for us. Join the Mailing List Here! Follow me/Send Me a DM on IG: dr.mel_pt Send me an email: mcioffidpt@newquestpt.com Work with me: www.yournewquest.com **Information presented in this podcast is not to be taken as medical advice and is for educational and entertainment purposes only** Theme music courtesy of Grace Mesa, “Like We Do”
We've all heard that kegels are *THE* pelvic floor strengthening exercise, but what we've been told for so long (and without any expertise behind the message) is actually doing us a disservice. Sometimes, kegels can actually make your pelvic floor symptoms worse: and,m surprisingly to many, this includes leaking. Today we are going over times when kegeling might not be the best idea and what we should be focusing on instead. Healthcare is a difficult territory for women to navigate, as many of us are left feeling dismissed and unheard, our concerns being chalked up to being a "crazy woman" who just needs to lose weight (BARF). That shit ends here and now. Today, we take back our health and speak up: because no one else is gonna do it for us. The Beyond Kegels mini course is here! Join Me Inside Floored Forces Follow me/Send Me a DM on IG: dr.mel_pt Send me an email: mcioffidpt@newquestpt.com Work with me: www.yournewquest.com **Information presented in this podcast is not to be taken as medical advice and is for educational and entertainment purposes only** Theme music courtesy of Grace Mesa, “Like We Do”
The insanity that is American politics got me thinking how the narratives we've been told and keep telling each other are affecting our approach to health, fitness, and of course, the pelvic floor. Today's episode is a conversation covering all the things to consider when you're considering not *doing* politics and how it's affecting your leaking, prolapse, pregnancy, and sex life. Healthcare is a difficult territory for women to navigate, as many of us are left feeling dismissed and unheard, our concerns being chalked up to being a "crazy woman" who just needs to lose weight (BARF). That shit ends here and now. Today, we take back our health and speak up: because no one else is gonna do it for us. The Beyond Kegels mini course is here! Join Me Inside Floored Forces Follow me/Send Me a DM on IG: dr.mel_pt Send me an email: mcioffidpt@newquestpt.com Work with me: www.yournewquest.com **Information presented in this podcast is not to be taken as medical advice and is for educational and entertainment purposes only** Theme music courtesy of Grace Mesa, “Like We Do”
One of the concerns my pregnant and postpartum clients have is what happens if you tear during the labor & delivery process? Is there anything you can do to prevent it? Is there anything you can do in case you do tear? Should you get an episiotomy? We are talking all things perineal tears on today's episode! Healthcare is a difficult territory for women to navigate, as many of us are left feeling dismissed and unheard, our concerns being chalked up to being a "crazy woman" who just needs to lose weight (BARF). That shit ends here and now. Today, we take back our health and speak up: because no one else is gonna do it for us. Pelvic Guru Tear Image: Image used with permission from Pelvic Guru®, LLC as a member of the Global Pelvic Health Alliance Membership (GPHAM) The Beyond Kegels mini course is here! Join Me Inside Floored Forces Follow me/Send Me a DM on IG: dr.mel_pt Send me an email: mcioffidpt@newquestpt.com Work with me: www.yournewquest.com **Information presented in this podcast is not to be taken as medical advice and is for educational and entertainment purposes only** Theme music courtesy of Grace Mesa, “Like We Do”
Something my clients (and myself) struggle with is staying consistent with exercise. The key piece of staying leak-free, reducing prolapse symptoms, overcoming core weakness from diastasis recti is this: EXERCISE. If you're coming from a history of diet culture BS, there are a lot of "rules" that today's episode will give you permission to break: so that you can get your damn life back! Healthcare is a difficult territory for women to navigate, as many of us are left feeling dismissed and unheard, our concerns being chalked up to being a "crazy woman" who just needs to lose weight (BARF). That shit ends here and now. Today, we take back our health and speak up: because no one else is gonna do it for us. The Beyond Kegels mini course is here! Join Me Inside Floored Forces Follow me/Send Me a DM on IG: dr.mel_pt Send me an email: mcioffidpt@newquestpt.com Work with me: www.yournewquest.com **Information presented in this podcast is not to be taken as medical advice and is for educational and entertainment purposes only** Theme music courtesy of Grace Mesa, “Like We Do”
In today's episode, we are talking about what I call the "rehab rollercoaster:" namely, the ups and downs of figuring out how to move and use your body after being sidelined by something physical that's been giving you grief. Whether you're overcoming an injury or are trying to return to the gym after dealing with pelvic floor issues like prolapse, leaking, or giving birth, there are things to keep in mind when you're moving from start to the finish line in regard to giving your body the TLC it needs while challenging it at the same time. Healthcare is a difficult territory for women to navigate, as many of us are left feeling dismissed and unheard, our concerns being chalked up to being a "crazy woman" who just needs to lose weight (BARF). That shit ends here and now. Today, we take back our health and speak up: because no one else is gonna do it for us. The Beyond Kegels mini course is here! Join Me Inside Floored Forces Follow me/Send Me a DM on IG: dr.mel_pt Send me an email: mcioffidpt@newquestpt.com Work with me: www.yournewquest.com **Information presented in this podcast is not to be taken as medical advice and is for educational and entertainment purposes only** Theme music courtesy of Grace Mesa, “Like We Do”
This week's episode stems a bit off last week; today, we explore the world of pelvic floor exercise and how sometimes that doesn't look much different from work you're already doing in the gym: the focus just might be a little different. Healthcare is a difficult territory for women to navigate, as many of us are left feeling dismissed and unheard, our concerns being chalked up to being a "crazy woman" who just needs to lose weight (BARF). That shit ends here and now. Today, we take back our health and speak up: because no one else is gonna do it for us. The Beyond Kegels mini course is here! Join Me Inside Floored Forces Follow me/Send Me a DM on IG: dr.mel_pt Send me an email: mcioffidpt@newquestpt.com Work with me: www.yournewquest.com **Information presented in this podcast is not to be taken as medical advice and is for educational and entertainment purposes only** Theme music courtesy of Grace Mesa, “Like We Do”
There seem to be 2 camps of people talking about pelvic floor strengthening: those who think squeezing balls between their knees and kegeling out the wazoo are sure-fire ways to condition their pelvic floor, and those who overly complicate every exercise so that your brain explodes. Today we are talking about how effective pelvic floor work lands somewhere in the middle, and what exactly that looks like. Healthcare is a difficult territory for women to navigate, as many of us are left feeling dismissed and unheard, our concerns being chalked up to being a "crazy woman" who just needs to lose weight (BARF). That shit ends here and now. Today, we take back our health and speak up: because no one else is gonna do it for us. The Beyond Kegels mini course is here! Join Me Inside Floored Forces Follow me/Send Me a DM on IG: dr.mel_pt Send me an email: mcioffidpt@newquestpt.com Work with me: www.yournewquest.com **Information presented in this podcast is not to be taken as medical advice and is for educational and entertainment purposes only** Theme music courtesy of Grace Mesa, “Like We Do”
Most people don't realize how involved their pelvic floor and deep abs are when doing "regular" workouts at the gym (or off YouTube). Today's episode is filled with tips & tricks to be mindful of when it comes to getting the best out of your workouts and how to know when your pelvic floor is telling you to dial it back. Healthcare is a difficult territory for women to navigate, as many of us are left feeling dismissed and unheard, our concerns being chalked up to being a "crazy woman" who just needs to lose weight (BARF). That shit ends here and now. Today, we take back our health and speak up: because no one else is gonna do it for us. The Beyond Kegels mini course is here! Join Me Inside Floored Forces Follow me/Send Me a DM on IG: dr.mel_pt Send me an email: mcioffidpt@newquestpt.com Work with me: www.yournewquest.com **Information presented in this podcast is not to be taken as medical advice and is for educational and entertainment purposes only** Theme music courtesy of Grace Mesa, “Like We Do”
Pain with sexual activity (called "dyspareunia") can happen to anyone, regardless of age or life experience. In today's episode, we talk about the reasons why someone might be experiencing pain with penetrative sex and the things I look at when getting people on their way to finally enjoying sex again! Healthcare is a difficult territory for women to navigate, as many of us are left feeling dismissed and unheard, our concerns being chalked up to being a "crazy woman" who just needs to lose weight (BARF). That shit ends here and now. Today, we take back our health and speak up: because no one else is gonna do it for us. Dilator & Pelvic Wand Instructional Video The Beyond Kegels mini course is here! Join Me Inside Floored Forces Follow me/Send Me a DM on IG Send me an email: mcioffidpt@newquestpt.com Work with me: www.yournewquest.com **Information presented in this podcast is not to be taken as medical advice and is for educational and entertainment purposes only** Theme music courtesy of Grace Mesa, “Like We Do”
I've been on hiatus for the past 8 weeks due to a health issue that spiraled out of control (cuz my body likes to go big or go home). Today's episode is full of info re: signs to pay attention to when it comes to gallbladder issues, what to look for with your poop and when you should get it checked out, what it means to have a "normal" bladder, the early (aka boring) stages of rehabbing your pelvic floor, and everything in between! Healthcare is a difficult territory for women to navigate, as many of us are left feeling dismissed and unheard, our concerns being chalked up to being a "crazy woman" who just needs to lose weight (BARF). That shit ends here and now. Today, we take back our health and speak up: because no one else is gonna do it for us. The Beyond Kegels mini course is here! Follow me/Send Me a DM on IG: dr.mel_pt Send me an email: mcioffidpt@newquestpt.com Work with me: www.yournewquest.com **Information presented in this podcast is not to be taken as medical advice and is for educational and entertainment purposes only** Theme music courtesy of Grace Mesa, “Like We Do”
If you're trying to overcome something physical that's been holding you back, it's SUPER difficult to navigate if you're also a survivor of diet culture. Those nagging thoughts like "I could do more" or "you're not burning enough calories" start to creep in and you're SO tempted to just push through the pain to get a workout in. These thoughts have been creeping in for me as I rehab a recent leg injury and I wanted to talk about it! Healthcare is a difficult territory for women to navigate, as many of us are left feeling dismissed and unheard, our concerns being chalked up to being a "crazy woman" who just needs to lose weight (BARF). That shit ends here and now. Today, we take back our health and speak up: because no one else is gonna do it for us. The Beyond Kegels mini course is here!: https://drmelpt.thinkific.com/courses/finally-floored-foundations-beyond-kegels Join Me Inside Floored Forces: https://drmelpt.thinkific.com/ Follow me/Send Me a DM on IG: https://www.instagram.com/dr.mel_pt/ Send me an email: mcioffidpt@newquestpt.com Work with me: www.yournewquest.com **Information presented in this podcast is not to be taken as medical advice and is for educational and entertainment purposes only** Theme music courtesy of Grace Mesa, “Like We Do”
Some of you have been asking in the DMs how I got started with my own mobile physical therapy practice: so, I decided to make a podcast episode about it! In part 2, we're talking all things marketing and how I built my client roster. Please note, we are all different people with different ideas and work VERY differently, so what might work for one person may not for another, and that's totally okay! But understanding the ins and outs of how YOU work and what YOU want is the first step in realizing your business goals. Book Your Business Consulting Call Here: https://newquestpt.janeapp.com/#/staff_member/1/bio Follow me/Send Me a DM on IG: https://www.instagram.com/dr.mel_pt/ Send me an email: mcioffidpt@newquestpt.com Work with me: www.yournewquest.com **Information presented in this podcast is not to be taken as medical advice and is for educational and entertainment purposes only** Theme music courtesy of Grace Mesa, “Like We Do”
Some of you have been asking in the DMs how I got started with my own mobile physical therapy practice: so, I decided to make a podcast episode about it! In part 1, we're uncovering the super basics in regard to logistics that you might want to consider when building your own PT biz. Please note, we are all different people with different ideas and work VERY differently, so what might work for one person may not for another, and that's totally okay! But understanding the ins and outs of how YOU work and what YOU want is the first step in realizing your business goals. Book Your Business Consulting Call Here: https://newquestpt.janeapp.com/#/staff_member/1/bio Follow me/Send Me a DM on IG: https://www.instagram.com/dr.mel_pt/ Send me an email: mcioffidpt@newquestpt.com Work with me: www.yournewquest.com **Information presented in this podcast is not to be taken as medical advice and is for educational and entertainment purposes only** Theme music courtesy of Grace Mesa, “Like We Do”
You're leaking with sneezing, coughing, laughing, and exercise. You bring it up to your MD. That MD tells you to go on Amazon and get some kegel weights to "train your pelvic floor." So you do. And you're so excited cuz NOW you finally have something to target your pelvic floor woes. Except when you try to use them, they fall out. Your leaking never gets better. So what gives?! Today we are covering everything you need to know about vaginal weights: when to use them, when they might NOT be the best investment, and things to keep in mind before you start strength training your pelvic floor on your own. Healthcare is a difficult territory for women to navigate, as many of us are left feeling dismissed and unheard, our concerns being chalked up to being a "crazy woman" who just needs to lose weight (BARF). That shit ends here and now. Today, we take back our health and speak up: because no one else is gonna do it for us. Find a Pelvic Floor Physical Therapist Here! https://pelvicguru.com/directory/, https://pelvicrehab.com/ The Beyond Kegels mini course is here!: https://drmelpt.thinkific.com/courses/finally-floored-foundations-beyond-kegels Join Me Inside Floored Forces: https://drmelpt.thinkific.com/ Follow me/Send Me a DM on IG: https://www.instagram.com/dr.mel_pt/ Send me an email: mcioffidpt@newquestpt.com Work with me: www.yournewquest.com **Information presented in this podcast is not to be taken as medical advice and is for educational and entertainment purposes only** Theme music courtesy of Grace Mesa, “Like We Do”
So you've decided it's time to work on your pelvic floor. You threw "pelvic floor physical therapy near me" into Google and you got a TON of results. As you dive deeper, you're not really sure who knows their ish and who doesn't: there are personal trainers promoting pelvic rehab, chiropractors, "coaches," and, yes, physical therapists. But how do you know who's legit and who's full of it??? Not all "pelvic rehab" is created equally, and in today's episode, I'm fleshing out all the details you need to know and questions you need to ask so that you aren't wasting your time, effort, or energy on services that don't serve YOU. Healthcare is a difficult territory for women to navigate, as many of us are left feeling dismissed and unheard, our concerns being chalked up to being a "crazy woman" who just needs to lose weight (BARF). That shit ends here and now. Today, we take back our health and speak up: because no one else is gonna do it for us. Find a Pelvic Floor Physical Therapist Here! https://pelvicguru.com/directory/, https://pelvicrehab.com/ Join Me Inside Fully Floored: https://drmelpt.thinkific.com/ Follow me/Send Me a DM on IG: dr.mel_pt Send me an email: mcioffidpt@newquestpt.com Work with me: www.yournewquest.com **Information presented in this podcast is not to be taken as medical advice and is for educational and entertainment purposes only** Theme music courtesy of Grace Mesa, “Like We Do”
I'm calling it now: "hormone balancing" is gonna be the new workout and diet craze of 2024: hey, maybe it already is?! How do you know if your hormones are "imbalanced?" What's the best workout to do for your hormones? And how does this all relate to the pelvic floor? We are covering all of that and more in today's episode! Healthcare is a difficult territory for women to navigate, as many of us are left feeling dismissed and unheard, our concerns being chalked up to being a "crazy woman" who just needs to lose weight (BARF). That shit ends here and now. Today, we take back our health and speak up: because no one else is gonna do it for us. Join Me Inside Fully Floored: https://drmelpt.thinkific.com/ Follow My Friends on IG: @itsjennaj , @nondiet_trainer Follow me/Send Me a DM on IG: https://www.instagram.com/dr.mel_pt/ Send me an email: mcioffidpt@newquestpt.com Work with me: www.yournewquest.com **Information presented in this podcast is not to be taken as medical advice and is for educational and entertainment purposes only** Theme music courtesy of Grace Mesa, “Like We Do”
What are we talking about this season?! Let's find out... Healthcare is a difficult territory for women to navigate, as many of us are left feeling dismissed and unheard, our concerns being chalked up to being a "crazy woman" who just needs to lose weight (BARF). That shit ends here and now. Today, we take back our health and speak up: because no one else is gonna do it for us. Join Me Inside Fully Floored: https://drmelpt.thinkific.com/ Follow me/Send Me a DM on IG: https://www.instagram.com/dr.mel_pt/ Send me an email: mcioffidpt@newquestpt.com Work with me: www.yournewquest.com **Information presented in this podcast is not to be taken as medical advice and is for educational and entertainment purposes only** Theme music courtesy of Grace Mesa, “Like We Do”
Ever worried about undoing all your hard work if you skip 1, 2, 20 workout sessions? In today's episode, we are talking all about how consistency and capacity play into your body's response to exercise (or lack thereof) and how to ensure you don't feel like you're "going backwards" ever again. Healthcare is a difficult territory for women to navigate, as many of us are left feeling dismissed and unheard, our concerns being chalked up to being a "crazy woman" who just needs to lose weight (BARF). That shit ends here and now. Today, we take back our health and speak up: because no one else is gonna do it for us. Join the Fully Floored Interest List Here! Follow me on IG: dr.mel_pt Send me an email: mcioffidpt@newquestpt.com Work with me: www.yournewquest.com **Information presented in this podcast is not to be taken as medical advice and is for educational and entertainment purposes only** Theme music courtesy of Grace Mesa, “Like We Do”
I know you've heard of sciatica: whether you know someone who has gone through it or you have experienced it yourself, it can be scary and confusing. What should you be doing in regard to exercise & movement? What is the sciatic nerve, anyway? Does having sciatic nerve trouble mean you're destined for a life of surgery and injections? And why does it feel like you leaking got worse when that sciatic pain kicks in? Today we are talking about all things sciatic nerve: what it is, where it lives, and what to do to not only calm down symptoms when you're in the moment, but how to prevent the likelihood of them occurring in the first place.* Healthcare is a difficult territory for women to navigate, as many of us are left feeling dismissed and unheard, our concerns being chalked up to being a "crazy woman" who just needs to lose weight (BARF). That shit ends here and now. Today, we take back our health and speak up: because no one else is gonna do it for us. Join the Fully Floored Interest List Here! Free Sciatic Nerve Guide Follow me on IG: dr.mel_pt Send me an email: mcioffidpt@newquestpt.com Work with me: www.yournewquest.com **Information presented in this podcast is not to be taken as medical advice and is for educational and entertainment purposes only. If you have a health condition like sciatica, make sure to speak with your MD** Theme music courtesy of Grace Mesa, “Like We Do”
Ever feel like you've tried everything under the sun when it comes to "closing the gap" of your diastasis recti, reducing your leaking during workouts, or just getting stronger? Today we are talking about things to consider when we've tried so many things to help with our fitness/conditioning and not much to write home about. Healthcare is a difficult territory for women to navigate, as many of us are left feeling dismissed and unheard, our concerns being chalked up to being a "crazy woman" who just needs to lose weight (BARF). That shit ends here and now. Today, we take back our health and speak up: because no one else is gonna do it for us. Join the Fully Floored Interest List Here! Follow me on IG: dr.mel_pt Send me an email: mcioffidpt@newquestpt.com Work with me: www.yournewquest.com **Information presented in this podcast is not to be taken as medical advice and is for educational and entertainment purposes only** Theme music courtesy of Grace Mesa, “Like We Do”
There's a myth going around that lifting weights is dangerous for your pelvic floor. The truth is, you're essentially lifting every day of your life: your kids, your dog, your latest Costco haul. And guess what? Your core and pelvic floor are absolutely involved in that conversation as they play essential roles in ANYTHING you lift: whether that be in the gym or in your life. So why aren't we training those body parts to help us do these things? In today's episode, we are talking all about how to appropriately challenge your body with weights, how it affects your core and pelvic floor performance (and vice versa), and what to be mindful of during any type of lifting so that you ensure your core and pelvic floor are strong and resilient AF throughout your lifespan. Healthcare is a difficult territory for women to navigate, as many of us are left feeling dismissed and unheard, our concerns being chalked up to being a "crazy woman" who just needs to lose weight (BARF). That shit ends here and now. Today, we take back our health and speak up: because no one else is gonna do it for us. Join the Fully Floored Interest List Here! Follow me on IG: dr.mel_pt Send me an email: mcioffidpt@newquestpt.com Work with me: www.yournewquest.com **Information presented in this podcast is not to be taken as medical advice and is for educational and entertainment purposes only** Theme music courtesy of Grace Mesa, “Like We Do”
You've decided to stop shrinking your body and using this as the sole outcome measure of whether your exercise program is working for you. But now that you're not focusing on losing weight, how do you know whether you're doing the "right" kind of workout for your body? How do you know if it's effective? If it's helping you reach your strength, mobility, endurance, and performance goals? We're talking all about it on today's epsiode! Healthcare is a difficult territory for women to navigate, as many of us are left feeling dismissed and unheard, our concerns being chalked up to being a "crazy woman" who just needs to lose weight (BARF). That shit ends here and now. Today, we take back our health and speak up: because no one else is gonna do it for us. Join the Fully Floored Interest List Here! Follow me on IG: dr.mel_pt Send me an email: mcioffidpt@newquestpt.com Work with me: www.yournewquest.com **Information presented in this podcast is not to be taken as medical advice and is for educational and entertainment purposes only** Theme music courtesy of Grace Mesa, “Like We Do”
I stepped out of my comfort zone last weekend and attended a workshop where we learned how to discover joy in our lives. It's wild (and sad) to me that so many of us are walking around, going through the motions of our lives without actually realizing what joy means to us. Today's conversation touches on different ways joy can show up in our lives: ways that we might not even realize. But ways that might add some light and fire into your life. Because we all could probably use a little more joy. We just don't know where to look...yet. Healthcare is a difficult territory for women to navigate, as many of us are left feeling dismissed and unheard, our concerns being chalked up to being a "crazy woman" who just needs to lose weight (BARF). That shit ends here and now. Today, we take back our health and speak up: because no one else is gonna do it for us. Join the Fully Floored Interest List Here! Follow me on IG Send me an email: mcioffidpt@newquestpt.com Work with me: www.yournewquest.com **Information presented in this podcast is not to be taken as medical advice and is for educational and entertainment purposes only** Theme music courtesy of Grace Mesa, “Like We Do”
A couple of weeks ago, we talked about the best piece of fitness advice I have for you: today we are talking about the best piece of pelvic floor advice I have for you when it comes to strengthening your pelvic floor. And you'll be surprised at how closely the 2 are related! Healthcare is a difficult territory for women to navigate, as many of us are left feeling dismissed and unheard, our concerns being chalked up to being a "crazy woman" who just needs to lose weight (BARF). That shit ends here and now. Today, we take back our health and speak up: because no one else is gonna do it for us. Join the Fully Floored Interest List Here! Follow me on IG Send me an email: mcioffidpt@newquestpt.com Work with me: www.yournewquest.com **Information presented in this podcast is not to be taken as medical advice and is for educational and entertainment purposes only** Theme music courtesy of Grace Mesa, “Like We Do”
It's absolutely wild to me that people get offended when someone calls a penis or vagina by their "actual" anatomical names. Beyond the embarrassment that's apparent here, today we will dig a little deeper in realizing how the ways in which we talk about our bodies affect their performance: especially when it comes to the pelvic floor! Healthcare is a difficult territory for women to navigate, as many of us are left feeling dismissed and unheard, our concerns being chalked up to being a "crazy woman" who just needs to lose weight (BARF). That shit ends here and now. Today, we take back our health and speak up: because no one else is gonna do it for us. Join the Fully Floored Interest List Here! Follow me on IG Send me an email: mcioffidpt@newquestpt.com Work with me: www.yournewquest.com **Information presented in this podcast is not to be taken as medical advice and is for educational and entertainment purposes only** Theme music courtesy of Grace Mesa, “Like We Do”
"What should I be mindful of when recovering from ____?" You can insert anything here: injury, surgery, giving birth... ...and this also applies to whether you're not really recovering from something other than what diet culture's telling you exercise "should" look like... In today's episode, we are uncovering the main piece of advice I will give when it comes down to building your body's strength, endurance, flexibility, and mobility in the best, most effective ways possible! Healthcare is a difficult territory for women to navigate, as many of us are left feeling dismissed and unheard, our concerns being chalked up to being a "crazy woman" who just needs to lose weight (BARF). That shit ends here and now. Today, we take back our health and speak up: because no one else is gonna do it for us. Join the Finally Floored Interest List Here! Follow me on IG Work with me Send me an email: mcioffidpt@newquestpt.com **Information presented in this podcast is not to be taken as medical advice and is for educational and entertainment purposes only** Theme music courtesy of Grace Mesa, “Like We Do”
Something that is (mind blowingly) common in my line of work is when MDs and healthcare providers tell people to "wait and see" whether their leaking or pelvic pain or prolapse get worse before agreeing to give them a referral to pelvic rehab. I don't understand it, and I don't think I ever will. Today we are talking about why the "wait and see" approach is utter trash, why just because your symptoms have resolved doesn't necessarily mean the source of the problem has been solved, and how you can approach this situation if you're ever faced with it. Healthcare is a difficult territory for women to navigate, as many of us are left feeling dismissed and unheard, our concerns being chalked up to being a "crazy woman" who just needs to lose weight (BARF). That shit ends here and now. Today, we take back our health and speak up: because no one else is gonna do it for us. Follow me on IG: dr.mel_pt Send me an email: mcioffidpt@newquestpt.com Work with me: www.yournewquest.com **Information presented in this podcast is not to be taken as medical advice and is for educational and entertainment purposes only** Theme music courtesy of Grace Mesa, “Like We Do”
Have you ever pushed through pain or leaking or just not feeling "right" in your body during a workout? Maybe you're not sure when to push through discomfort and when to stop and modify. Maybe you're not sure of the difference between discomfort and pain. Maybe you're worried that if you see someone like a physical therapist, they're gonna tell you to stop working with your personal trainer or Pilates instructor and you just don't want to do that. Today's episode stems off an earlier one I did re: CPTs vs. PTs and expands into why firing the people who make you feel good while rehabbing an injury/ailment might not always be the best answer. Healthcare is a difficult territory for women to navigate, as many of us are left feeling dismissed and unheard, our concerns being chalked up to being a "crazy woman" who just needs to lose weight (BARF). That shit ends here and now. Today, we take back our health and speak up: because no one else is gonna do it for us. Follow me on IG: dr.mel_pt Send me an email: mcioffidpt@newquestpt.com Work with me: www.yournewquest.com **Information presented in this podcast is not to be taken as medical advice and is for educational and entertainment purposes only** Theme music courtesy of Grace Mesa, “Like We Do”
"How can I make my sex life better?" This is a question I get asked very often. And exactly what we are answering on today's episode! Healthcare is a difficult territory for women to navigate, as many of us are left feeling dismissed and unheard, our concerns being chalked up to being a "crazy woman" who just needs to lose weight (BARF). That shit ends here and now. Today, we take back our health and speak up: because no one else is gonna do it for us. Follow me on IG: dr.mel_pt Send me an email: mcioffidpt@newquestpt.com Work with me: www.yournewquest.com **Information presented in this podcast is not to be taken as medical advice and is for educational and entertainment purposes only** Theme music courtesy of Grace Mesa, “Like We Do”
Thinking about joining a gym to gain more consistency with your workouts? Today we are talking about the points you may not have considered when it comes down to becoming a gym member, helping you to get some insight into better ways to think about working out and exercising for YOUR life. Healthcare is a difficult territory for women to navigate, as many of us are left feeling dismissed and unheard, our concerns being chalked up to being a "crazy woman" who just needs to lose weight (BARF). That shit ends here and now. Today, we take back our health and speak up: because no one else is gonna do it for us. Follow me on IG: dr.mel_pt Send me an email: mcioffidpt@newquestpt.com Work with me: www.yournewquest.com **Information presented in this podcast is not to be taken as medical advice and is for educational and entertainment purposes only** Theme music courtesy of Grace Mesa, “Like We Do”
You're newly postpartum and you make the mistake of sneezing. All of a sudden, you really wish you didn't decide that today was the day you went without a pad. "Welcome to the mommy club, where peeing your pants is normal," is the echoed reaction from your mom, your best friend, and everyone in your local mom group. I call bullshit. I get that people who say this mean no harm. That there is a sense of comfort in community. That it feels good to know you're not the ONLY one experiencing this, even though you wish you never had to. Today we are talking about how "jokes" like this which normalize pelvic health issues actually could be doing more harm than we realize, and how we can still remain light and hopeful about issues like incontinence without ALSO accepting that this is our new fate. Healthcare is a difficult territory for women to navigate, as many of us are left feeling dismissed and unheard, our concerns being chalked up to being a "crazy woman" who just needs to lose weight (BARF). That shit ends here and now. Today, we take back our health and speak up: because no one else is gonna do it for us. Follow me on IG: dr.mel_pt Send me an email: mcioffidpt@newquestpt.com Work with me: www.yournewquest.com **Information presented in this podcast is not to be taken as medical advice and is for educational and entertainment purposes only** Theme music courtesy of Grace Mesa, “Like We Do”
A question I get very frequently is "when should I see a physical therapist vs. a personal trainer?" For many of my clients, they work with both at the same time! In today's episode, we uncover when a PT might benefit you over a CPT, what the main differences are between CPTs and PTs, and why good physical therapy sometimes looks insanely similar to what you would see inside a training program written by your personal trainer. Healthcare is a difficult territory for women to navigate, as many of us are left feeling dismissed and unheard, our concerns being chalked up to being a "crazy woman" who just needs to lose weight (BARF). That shit ends here and now. Today, we take back our health and speak up: because no one else is gonna do it for us. Follow me on IG: dr.mel_pt Send me an email: mcioffidpt@newquestpt.com Work with me: www.yournewquest.com **Information presented in this podcast is not to be taken as medical advice and is for educational and entertainment purposes only** Theme music courtesy of Grace Mesa, “Like We Do”
This episode is seasoned with a lot of salt! Today, we are touching on the new social media pastime of accusing people of "not supporting women" any time someone calls out trash behavior exhibited by a woman, how I've been called out multiple times for "not supporting women" (LOL), and the time I was actually called a misogynist on reddit. Shit is wild out there! Healthcare is a difficult territory for women to navigate, as many of us are left feeling dismissed and unheard, our concerns being chalked up to being a "crazy woman" who just needs to lose weight (BARF). That shit ends here and now. Today, we take back our health and speak up: because no one else is gonna do it for us. Feminism Episode Follow me on IG: dr.mel_pt Send me an email: mcioffidpt@newquestpt.com Work with me: www.yournewquest.com **Information presented in this podcast is not to be taken as medical advice and is for educational and entertainment purposes only** Theme music courtesy of Grace Mesa, “Like We Do”
According to the CDC recommendation, we should be getting 150 min of "moderate intensity" exercise + 2 strength training sessions in each week in order to be fit & healthy. But what if you're just starting out? What if you're recovering from an injury? What if you're newly postpartum? What if you're leaking (especially if you're leaking with exercise)? What if you can't carve out 7 days a week of exercise? This episode breaks these guidelines down into more manageable parts to offer some new ways to start approaching your body and your exercise routine, especially if just reading this guideline alone has you like "I can't fit that into my life, so what's the point??" Cuz there is more nuance to exercise than we're ever taught: and neglecting to acknowledge this is partly why we equate working out with punishment...which can actually INCREASE your leaking, pain, and decrease your overall fitness levels. There is a better way! Healthcare is a difficult territory for women to navigate, as many of us are left feeling dismissed and unheard, our concerns being chalked up to being a "crazy woman" who just needs to lose weight (BARF). That shit ends here and now. Today, we take back our health and speak up: because no one else is gonna do it for us. Jenna J Podcast Episode: Toxic Positivity Video on YouTube: Follow me on IG: dr.mel_pt Send me an email: mcioffidpt@newquestpt.com Work with me: www.yournewquest.com **Information presented in this podcast is not to be taken as medical advice and is for educational and entertainment purposes only** Theme music courtesy of Grace Mesa, “Like We Do”
Grifters are ALWAYS gonna grift. In today's (salty) episode, we are covering all the trash rhetoric surrounding (and preying on) people who have given birth. These range from, at best, things that waste your time, money, and energy and, at worst, compromise your health, both mentally AND physically. Healthcare is a difficult territory for women to navigate, as many of us are left feeling dismissed and unheard, our concerns being chalked up to being a "crazy woman" who just needs to lose weight (BARF). That shit ends here and now. Today, we take back our health and speak up: because no one else is gonna do it for us. Jenna J Podcast Episode here! Toxic Positivity Video on YouTube: click here Follow me on IG: dr.mel_pt Send me an email: mcioffidpt@newquestpt.com Work with me: www.yournewquest.com **Information presented in this podcast is not to be taken as medical advice and is for educational and entertainment purposes only** Theme music courtesy of Grace Mesa, “Like We Do”
How many times do you feel like you're just coasting through your workouts or your life in general? We are oftentimes told what we "should" be doing, so we check out just to get the damn things done rather than check IN. In today's episode, we are talking all about how you can use your life experiences to check in with yourself to help improve your stress AND fitness levels: because your body and mind work together rather than independently of each other. Healthcare is a difficult territory for women to navigate, as many of us are left feeling dismissed and unheard, our concerns being chalked up to being a "crazy woman" who just needs to lose weight (BARF). That shit ends here and now. Today, we take back our health and speak up: because no one else is gonna do it for us. Grab the Beyond Kegels Mini Course Here: https://finallyfloored.thinkific.com/courses/finally-floored-foundations-beyond-kegels Follow me on IG: dr.mel_pt Send me an email: mcioffidpt@newquestpt.com Work with me: www.yournewquest.com **Information presented in this podcast is not to be taken as medical advice and is for educational and entertainment purposes only** Theme music courtesy of Grace Mesa, “Like We Do”
Pelvic organ prolapse happens in 35-50% of postpartum people, yet no one ever talks about it. Even more mind blowing is people don't realize that it can also occur in those who've never been pregnant. But it sounds scarier than it is! Today we are talking all things prolapse: what it is, what you can do about it (beyond surgery and wearing a pessary forever), and how you can prevent it in the first place! Healthcare is a difficult territory for women to navigate, as many of us are left feeling dismissed and unheard, our concerns being chalked up to being a "crazy woman" who just needs to lose weight (BARF). That shit ends here and now. Today, we take back our health and speak up: because no one else is gonna do it for us. Check out my courses and mailing list here: https://www.yournewquest.com/links Follow me on IG: dr.mel_pt Send me an email: mcioffidpt@newquestpt.com Work with me: www.yournewquest.com **Information presented in this podcast is not to be taken as medical advice and is for educational and entertainment purposes only** Theme music courtesy of Grace Mesa, “Like We Do”
"Are you eating enough?" This is a question I ask most private clients, regardless of the body standing in front of me. Oftentimes, our healthcare system/providers perpetuate this idea that larger bodies = eating more (or too many) calories. That is hardly ever the case in my experience. In today's episode, we explore exactly WHY eating "enough" is imperative when you're looking to heal your body: and that goes for people of both smaller AND larger sizes. Without proper macro/micronutrients AND caloric intake, it'll be pretty difficult to overcome things like pain, incontinence, constipation, prolapse, etc if your body is not being fed the nutrients it needs. "Health" goes way beyond burning more calories than you take in, no matter what size/shape your body is in. Healthcare is a difficult territory for women to navigate, as many of us are left feeling dismissed and unheard, our concerns being chalked up to being a "crazy woman" who just needs to lose weight (BARF). That shit ends here and now. Today, we take back our health and speak up: because no one else is gonna do it for us. Grab the Beyond Kegels Mini Course Here (use code kegel30 for 30% off through 4/9): https://finallyfloored.thinkific.com/courses/finally-floored-foundations-beyond-kegels Follow me on IG: dr.mel_pt Send me an email: mcioffidpt@newquestpt.com Work with me: www.yournewquest.com **Information presented in this podcast is not to be taken as medical advice and is for educational and entertainment purposes only** Theme music courtesy of Grace Mesa, “Like We Do”
Who would've guessed that Rihanna's Super Bowl performance would have brought so many women's health issues to the forefront (and hence finally help me flesh out this topic of being "enough," something that's been brewing in my brain for almost 4 months now). The constant go-go-go coupled with societal expectations placed on women may have us feeling like we are running around constantly with no rest in sight. But it doesn't have to be that way. Today we are talking about why it might feel like you're never "enough" and how to finally come to the realization that you're exactly where you should be. Healthcare is a difficult territory for women to navigate, as many of us are left feeling dismissed and unheard, our concerns being chalked up to being a "crazy woman" who just needs to lose weight (BARF). That shit ends here and now. Today, we take back our health and speak up: because no one else is gonna do it for us. The Finally Floored Winter Cohort Is Here! https://finallyfloored.thinkific.com/courses/finally-floored-2023-winter-cohort Grab the Beyond Kegels Mini Course Here (use code kegel30 for 30% off through 1/29): https://finallyfloored.thinkific.com/courses/finally-floored-foundations-beyond-kegels Follow me on IG: dr.mel_pt Send me an email: mcioffidpt@newquestpt.com Work with me: www.yournewquest.com **Information presented in this podcast is not to be taken as medical advice and is for educational and entertainment purposes only** Theme music courtesy of Grace Mesa, “Like We Do”
Ever wonder whether you "should" be doing planks or squats because you've heard they're bad for your pelvic floor? Today we are hashing out what exercises you might want to take caution with and how to work your way up to doing more difficult workouts while keeping your core and pelvic floor strong and resilient AF. Healthcare is a difficult territory for women to navigate, as many of us are left feeling dismissed and unheard, our concerns being chalked up to being a "crazy woman" who just needs to lose weight (BARF). That shit ends here and now. Today, we take back our health and speak up: because no one else is gonna do it for us. Click Here to Grab the Beyond Kegels Mini Course Click Here to Join the Finally Floored Spring 2023 Interest List Follow me on IG: dr.mel_pt Send me an email: mcioffidpt@newquestpt.com Work with me: www.yournewquest.com **Information presented in this podcast is not to be taken as medical advice and is for educational and entertainment purposes only** Theme music courtesy of Grace Mesa, “Like We Do”
Ever feel like you're spinning your wheels when it comes to your workouts? Like, no matter how consistent you are, not matter how much you work, you just feel like you're never getting any stronger? Back when I was a baby PT, if a new client came in and was a seasoned exerciser, I would want to poop myself because I thought that I couldn't teach them anything about exercise since they were already doing it. What I learned over the next 8 years, however, tells a different story. Whether you're new to your exercise journey or have been working out for awhile, this episode is for you! We are talking all about the 4 reasons why you might be feeling less than "strong AF," despite your best workout efforts. Healthcare is a difficult territory for women to navigate, as many of us are left feeling dismissed and unheard, our concerns being chalked up to being a "crazy woman" who just needs to lose weight (BARF). That shit ends here and now. Today, we take back our health and speak up: because no one else is gonna do it for us. The Finally Floored Winter Cohort Is Here! https://finallyfloored.thinkific.com/courses/finally-floored-2023-winter-cohort Grab the Beyond Kegels Mini Course Here (use code kegel30 for 30% off through 1/29): https://finallyfloored.thinkific.com/courses/finally-floored-foundations-beyond-kegels Follow me on IG: dr.mel_pt Send me an email: mcioffidpt@newquestpt.com Work with me: www.yournewquest.com **Information presented in this podcast is not to be taken as medical advice and is for educational and entertainment purposes only** Theme music courtesy of Grace Mesa, “Like We Do”
If you've been on IG or TikTok over the past couple of months, you might have seen the hype videos circulating around a woman bodybuilder who was leaking on her lifts. Some used this asa way to normalize leaking with lifting, and other used it as a cautionary tale to infer that lifting "heavy" causes pelvic floor dysfunction. Both are trash takes. Today, we uncover why people are prone to leaks when navigating the weight room but ALSO why learning how to lift while keeping your core and pelvic floor in mind might actually help prevent pelvic floor dysfunction. Healthcare is a difficult territory for women to navigate, as many of us are left feeling dismissed and unheard, our concerns being chalked up to being a "crazy woman" who just needs to lose weight (BARF). That shit ends here and now. Today, we take back our health and speak up: because no one else is gonna do it for us. Grab the Beyond Kegels Mini Course Here (use code kegel30 for 30% off through 1/29): https://finallyfloored.thinkific.com/courses/finally-floored-foundations-beyond-kegels Sign up for the Finally Floored Waitlist Here! https://landing.mailerlite.com/webforms/landing/b1x9z9 Follow me on IG: dr.mel_pt Send me an email: mcioffidpt@newquestpt.com Work with me: www.yournewquest.com **Information presented in this podcast is not to be taken as medical advice and is for educational and entertainment purposes only** Theme music courtesy of Grace Mesa, “Like We Do”
I'm not really a resolution type of person; instead, I like to look back at thoughts and habits that didn't serve me very well in the current year and vow to work on leaving them behind as we head into the upcoming one. Then I started thinking: we can apply this to the pelvic floor too! There's no reason to continue to buy into BS, outdated rhetoric that isn't serving us. Join me in today's episode as we uncover the 5 thoughts to leave behind in 2022 in regard to our pelvic health! Healthcare is a difficult territory for women to navigate, as many of us are left feeling dismissed and unheard, our concerns being chalked up to being a "crazy woman" who just needs to lose weight (BARF). That shit ends here and now. Today, we take back our health and speak up: because no one else is gonna do it for us. Grab the Beyond Kegels Mini Course Here (use code kegel30 for 30% off through 1/29): https://finallyfloored.thinkific.com/courses/finally-floored-foundations-beyond-kegels Sign up for the Finally Floored Waitlist Here! https://landing.mailerlite.com/webforms/landing/b1x9z9 Follow me on IG: dr.mel_pt Send me an email: mcioffidpt@newquestpt.com Work with me: www.yournewquest.com **Information presented in this podcast is not to be taken as medical advice and is for educational and entertainment purposes only** Theme music courtesy of Grace Mesa, “Like We Do”
How long should an "effective" workout be? We are talking all about it on today's episode! Healthcare is a difficult territory for women to navigate, as many of us are left feeling dismissed and unheard, our concerns being chalked up to being a "crazy woman" who just needs to lose weight (BARF). That shit ends here and now. Today, we take back our health and speak up: because no one else is gonna do it for us. Sign up for the Finally Floored Waitlist Here! https://landing.mailerlite.com/webforms/landing/b1x9z9 Getting Honest With Your Fitness Workbook: https://bit.ly/gethonestwithyourfitness Follow me on IG: dr.mel_pt Send me an email: mcioffidpt@newquestpt.com Work with me: www.yournewquest.com **Information presented in this podcast is not to be taken as medical advice and is for educational and entertainment purposes only** Theme music courtesy of Grace Mesa, “Like We Do”
You had a baby. Or tore your ACL. Or injured your back. You still feel like a hot bag of garbage. But your MD says all imaging and labs look great and you can just ease yourself back into your "normal" activities. Except nothing about how you feel feel normal to you. You ask if there's anything else that can help. "What about PT?" you say. "Nah, IDK what they would work on since it looks like you're healing fine, you're walking fine and you're not at risk of re-injuring yourself. Just take it slow." If this sounds familiar, have I got the episode for you! Healthcare is a difficult territory for women to navigate, as many of us are left feeling dismissed and unheard, our concerns being chalked up to being a "crazy woman" who just needs to lose weight (BARF). That shit ends here and now. Today, we take back our health and speak up: because no one else is gonna do it for us. Sign up for the Finally Floored Waitlist Here! https://landing.mailerlite.com/webforms/landing/b1x9z9 Follow me on IG: dr.mel_pt Send me an email: mcioffidpt@newquestpt.com Work with me: www.yournewquest.com **Information presented in this podcast is not to be taken as medical advice and is for educational and entertainment purposes only** Theme music courtesy of Grace Mesa, “Like We Do”