Meet Your Body with Jessica Valant, MSPT

What if everything you've done in the past has led to who you are right now? What if the dreams you once had don't quite fit in with where you are in life right now? And what if all of that feels exactly right? Our guest today knows firsthand how life can throw unexpected things your way. From when she quit her job live in front of 10,000 people, to adopting three beautiful girls, to her unexpected divorce, to becoming pregnant at the age of 40 with the love of her life, Nicole Walters has seen a lot. She has approached it all with her signature blend of determination, grace and grit, leading her to know that - ultimately - "nothing is missing". In today's episode, Nicole talks about learning to appreciate her body and all the changes that come from a pregnancy and postpartum life at the age of 40. She discusses putting self-advocacy into practice during the birth of her youngest and how her ideas around a full life have shifted slightly during this time, but remain true to who she is. This is a powerful episode for all women looking for support and encouragement in whatever phase of life they are in. Nicole Walters is a NY Times Bestselling author (Nothing Is Missing), NAACP Award nominee, and an entrepreneur. Walters gained popularity when she quit her job as an executive for a Fortune 500 company live online in front of 10,000 people, took what she knew, and built her own multi-million-dollar business empire. Nicole is passionate about teaching her community of aspiring entrepreneurs and "internet besties" how to own their power and transform their passions into purpose through her company, Inherit Learning. Through her weekly podcast with Dear Media, Tell Me More, her live events, and her signature unfiltered and down-to-earth social media content, Nicole shares actionable insights and encourages bold living. She is the proud mother of four daughters, affectionately known as her "Tinies," and lives happily in LA with her husband, Alex. Resources mentioned in this episode: ⚫︎ Nicole's website: http://www.nicolewaters.com ⚫︎ Nicole on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nicolewalters/ ⚫︎ Nicole's podcast Tell Me More: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tell-me-more-with-nicole-walters/id1447675033 ⚫︎ 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/yh3ty5fp Jessica 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You probably know the building muscle helps with overall strength and bone health. But did you know there is a long list of not as well known benefits of having more muscle mass? In today's episode, Jessica lays out the hidden benefits of building muscle and gaining muscle strength. You'll learn the science and physiology behind how more muscle can actually help you live a longer, happier and more vital life! For more everyday workouts, encouragement and direction, join Jessica's Four Week Muscle Strength Program in UNLIMITED that starts September 1st! Link to join is below. Resources mentioned in this episode: ⚫︎ Four Week Muscle Strength Program Sign Up http://www.jessicavalant.com/unlimited ⚫︎ 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/yh3ty5fp Jessica 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In today's episode of Meet Your Body, Jessica talks through the details about the workout plan she is currently following in her own life. While you may see snippets through her YouTube videos and Instagram posts, in this episode you'll get the full breakdown on what workouts Jessica is doing each week to keep her body strong and healthy as a perimenopausal woman. For more everyday workouts, encouragement and direction, join Jessica's Four Week Muscle Strength Program in UNLIMITED that starts September 1st! Link to join is below. Resources mentioned in this episode: ⚫︎ Four Week Muscle Strength Program Sign Up http://www.jessicavalant.com/unlimited ⚫︎ 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/yh3ty5fp Jessica 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The amount of choices and decisions we make around our health every day can feel overwhelming. Between when and how to workout, when and what to eat, getting your steps in, improving sleep, decreasing stress, deciding about HRT and more, it can feel hard to even start taking steps to improve our health. In today's episode, Jessica discusses the five things she is focusing on specifically right now for her health. She also explains how too many choices and options can actually paralyze us from taking action, and how focusing on a few things at once is a powerful and effective course of action for reaching your goals. Jessica pulls back the curtain on her own health goals and plans in this 100th episode of Meet Your Body! Resources mentioned in this episode: ⚫︎ Better Sleep Tips podcast episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/meet-your-body/id1649561552?i=1000700931343 ⚫︎ My Experience with Chronic Stress podcast episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/meet-your-body/id1649561552?i=1000622418858 ⚫︎ 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/yh3ty5fp Jessica 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Eleanor Beaton is a woman business owner and busy mom of two. She leads women around the world in how to scale and grow their own businesses to millions of dollars of revenue per year. She also recently dedicated herself to a consistent weight lifting program and protocol and is reaping the rewards of feeling stronger than ever as a woman in her 40's. In this powerful interview, Jessica and Eleanor discuss Eleanor's decision to recommit to a new fitness program and the exact steps she took to make it work in her busy life. You'll learn the early influence in Eleanor's life that taught her to prioritize her own health and how she views challenges as a path towards growth. This is an inspirational interview with a woman who is putting in the work and walking the walk of showing up for herself, her health, her family and her community on a daily basis. Eleanor Beaton is the founder of Safi Media, a coaching and education company dedicated to doubling the number of women founders who sustainably scale to $1M+ by 2030, and the host of the Woman Owned podcast, now ranked in the top 0.5% of all podcasts globally, providing insights and strategies to empower women entrepreneurs. Since 2016, Eleanor has provided training to over 25,000 women entrepreneurs worldwide. A former chair of the Visiting Women’s Executive Exchange Program at the Yale School of Management, Eleanor has won national awards for her achievements in entrepreneurship, leadership development and business journalism. She lives in Nova Scotia with her husband and two sons. Resources mentioned in this episode: ⚫︎ Eleanor's website: https://safimedia.co/ ⚫︎ Eleanor on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eleanorbeaton/ ⚫︎ Eleanor's podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/woman-owned-the-growth-podcast-for-women-entrepreneurs/id1102833537 ⚫︎ 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/yh3ty5fp Jessica 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Lifting weights is one of the most important things you can do for your health. Yet it can be hard to know where to start when you are a beginner! In today's episode of Meet Your Body, Jessica talks about how you can start lifting weights and strength training. You'll learn: - The amazing benefits of lifting weights - How long and often each session should be - How to plan your legs days, arm days and full body days - The different types of resistance training And more! You'll walk away with an easy to follow plan for incorporating weights into your own life. Resources mentioned in this episode: ⚫︎ 20 Minute Full Body Dumbbell Workout at Home: https://youtu.be/EjT1xAPKPmU ⚫︎ Home dumbbell set: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B093RQ6YW8/?tag=jessicavala03-20 ⚫︎ 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/yh3ty5fp Jessica 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today's guest is a prime example of how you can take a personal passion and turn it into a dream career. Lauren Moore is the founder of Book Huddle, an online community of over 400k readers that helps people connect through book recommendations, book clubs and in person retreats. But before becoming the queen of books online, Lauren worked with clients in brand marketing and strategy. In today's episode Jessica and Lauren talk about: - How a single TikTok post launched Lauren from talking about books as a hobby to books as a full-time job - How Jessica and Lauren both deal with online criticism and imposter syndrome - The life of a recovering people pleaser - The strategies Lauren uses as a self-confessed workaholic to give herself much needed self-care - Some of her current book recommendations! This is an honest and fun conversation all about the realities of online careers, passion projects, community and more. Lauren Moore is the founder of Book Huddle, a community of 400k readers that helps people find new books and new friends through book recommendations, a virtual book club, and reading retreats that sell out in minutes. Her work has been featured in The Wall Street Journal, The Toronto Star, BuzzFeed, and The Washington Post. Before launching Book Huddle, Lauren spent over a decade as a content strategist, helping more than 350 brands grow by 12 million followers combined. Her brand experience includes MTV, Campbell's, VCA Animal Hospitals, Subaru, Ivy Fertility, a Shark on Shark Tank, and members of Barack Obama's White House staff. She is currently writing her debut fantasy novel. Resources: ⚫︎ Book Huddle book club - use code JESSICA10 for $10 off a membership! http://bookhuddle.com/book-huddle-club ⚫︎ Book Huddle on Instagram: http://instagram.com/bookhuddle ⚫︎ 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/yh3ty5fp Jessica 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We are talking all about books today on Meet Your Body! Jessica nerds out on all things books and hosts an informal "book club" for all listeners, talking about and listing her favorite books over the past three years. She covers genres such as fantasy, mystery, romantic comedy, women's fiction and self-help. So grab a pen and paper to take notes because this episode is for book lovers everywhere! Resources: ⚫︎ 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/yh3ty5fp Jessica 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Red light therapy is a powerful tool for the use of numerous health conditions. It has shown benefits in the areas of inflammation, wound healing, skin issues, joint pain, pelvic floor dysfunction, stress relief and more. Red light is a non-invasive treatment that works directly on the mitochondria in the cells, supporting energy production and optimal cellular function. It has shown positive benefits clinically for decades and now red light can easily be used at home as well. In today's episode, Jessica discusses the science behind red light and the benefits of incorporating red light therapy at home. She dives into her own experience using red light over the past two years and why it's become such a vital part of her own health routine. Listen to discover if red light is right for you! Resources mentioned in this episode: Red Light Sale links to use until July 31, 2025: ⚫︎ Red Light Max Device: https://boncharge.com/products/max-red-light-device?rfsn=7459856.3ea538 ⚫︎ Red Light Face Mask: https://boncharge.com/products/red-light-face-mask?rfsn=7459856.3ea538 ⚫︎ Hand Held Red Light Device: https://boncharge.com/products/mini-red-light_device?rfsn=7459856.3ea538 ⚫︎ 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/yh3ty5fp Jessica 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hormone replacement therapy is all over the media right now for good reason. We are finally understanding more about the powerful positive effects HRT can have on many women around the globe. But what does HRT actually do and what does it look like for certain individuals? In this episode of Meet Your Body, you'll hear firsthand Jessica's personal experience using HRT over the past six months. She first explains in simplified terms what HRT is and the purpose of using it, including the vital roll estrogen plays in a woman's health. She then goes on to explain how she came to the decision to use HRT, what form she's using, the symptoms that led her to try it and how she came to that decision with her history of endometriosis and breast cancer. Grab a coffee and your earbuds for this personal and informative episode about women's health and HRT! Resources mentioned in this episode: ⚫︎ Podcast episode with Dr. Noor menopause specialist: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/meet-your-body/id1649561552?i=1000711153244 ⚫︎ Podcast episode with Dr. Teplinsky breast cancer specialist: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/meet-your-body/id1649561552?i=1000712441284 ⚫︎ Alloy: http://www.myalloy.com ⚫︎ Breastcancer.org recommendations for vaginal estrogen: https://www.breastcancer.org/research-news/vaginal-estrogen-safe-for-women-with-breast-cancer ⚫︎ AUA position on vaginal estrogen: https://www.auanet.org/guidelines-and-quality/guidelines/genitourinary-syndrome-of-menopause ⚫︎ 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/yh3ty5fp Jessica 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Millions of women are diagnosed with breast cancer every year, yet the support they receive when it comes to longterm care and quality of life can be lacking. In this powerful and informative episode, Jessica talks with Dr. Eleonora Teplinsky, a board-certified medical oncologist specializing in breast and gynecologic oncology. They discuss: - The importance of survivorship and improving the longterm quality of life for cancer survivors - How to feel supported by your team of doctors - The current research around breast cancer and HRT - And so much more If you or a loved one has ever been affected by breast or gynecologic cancer, this episode is a must listen. Dr. Eleonora Teplinsky is a board-certified medical oncologist specializing in breast and gynecologic oncology. She is the head of breast and gynecologic medical oncology at Valley Health System in Paramus, NJ and a Clinical Assistant Professor of Medicine at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai. Her clinical and research interests focus on young women with breast cancer, cancer survivorship and the use of social media in oncology. Dr. Teplinsky serves on the medical advisory board of Living Beyond Breast Cancer, is a frequent media contributor and speaker, and is the host of the INTERLUDE Podcast where she shares the stories and experiences of those who have been affected by cancer. She is working on her first book, Beyond The Pink, which will be released in 2026. Resources mentioned in this episode: ⚫︎ Dr. Teplinsky's podcast Interlude : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/interlude-cancer-stories-with-dr-teplinsky/id1451816690 ⚫︎ Dr. Teplinsky on Instagram: www.instagram.com/drteplinsky ⚫︎ Jessica's free resource guide for breast cancer: https://jessicavalant.com/breast-cancer-guide ⚫︎ 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/yh3ty5fp Jessica 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. Jessica 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In today's episode of Meet Your Body, Dr. Noor Al-Humaidhi and Jessica discuss everything you need to know when it comes to hormone replacement therapy so you can make informed choices for yourself and your body. You will learn: - The specifics around the hormones and delivery methods involved with HRT - Why HRT can be so important to our health as aging women - The exact tests to request from your doctor and the questions to ask in order to find out if HRT is right for you - The details around metabolic syndrome and why it's so hard to lose weight in midlife You'll leave with the knowledge and power to feel confident talking with your own doctor about the aging process and if HRT is right for you! Dr. Noor Al-Humaidhi is a Board Certified Family Physician and Menopause Society Certified Practitioner. She is affectionately known as Dr Noor in the community. She grew up in Kuwait before attending medical school in Dublin, Ireland. She then moved to the UK where she trained in General Practice and started her career. She moved to the Seacoast 7 years ago to be nearer to family and restarted her family practice career after overcoming the hurdles of Board certification here in the US. After her own experience with perimenopause coupled with her difficulty accessing care she founded Lifestyles by Noor. Lifestyles is a midlife wellness destination practice. Her aim is to arm clients with the data that they need to maximize their health span. She has a particular focus on women in perimenopause and menopause who are having difficulty accessing appropriate care to manage their symptoms. She is also a member of the Longevity Docs Network. Her goal is to educate, empower and help clients feel their best. Resources mentioned in this episode: ⚫︎ Dr. Noor's website : www.lifestylesbynoor.com ⚫︎ Dr. Noor on Instagram: www.instagram.com/askdrnoor ⚫︎ "Estrogen Matters" book referred to in this episode: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0316578908/?tag=jessicavala03-20 ⚫︎ 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/yh3ty5fp Jessica 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. Jessica 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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/yh3ty5fp Jessica 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 hypermobility Jessica 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/yh3ty5fp Jessica 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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.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/yh3ty5fp Jessica 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 health Resources mentioned in this episode: Alicia's book Power to the Pelvis: https://tinyurl.com/a8uxvtee Alicia on social media: @thepelvicdancefloor Watch our podcast episodes on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/@meetyourbodypodcast Jessica’s website, resources, services & more:http://www.jessicavalantpilates.com Jessica’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/yh3ty5fp Jessica 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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=1000640550018 Watch our podcast episodes on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/@meetyourbodypodcast Jessica’s website, resources, services & more:http://www.jessicavalantpilates.com Jessica’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/yh3ty5fp Jessica 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Infertility, miscarriage and reproductive issues can lead to frustration and fear for women around the globe. Today's podcast episode offers education, information and support to anyone navigating their own fertility or aging journey. Dr. Lora Shahine is a double board certified OBGYN and reproductive endocrinologist and she brings her mission of being a trustworthy resource and voice in the area of women's health to the podcast today. Dr. Shahine and Jessica discuss how hormones change as we age, some common causes of miscarriage and infertility, the IVF process and common endocrine disruptors that surround us every day. Whether you are trying to get pregnant, looking for guidance around fertility as an aging woman or wondering how to support your hormones during the menopausal transition, today's podcast episode will offer tools and support to meet your body where it is. Dr. Lora Shahine is a double board certified OBGYN and reproductive endocrinologist practicing at Pacific NW Fertility in Seattle. She is dedicated to educating on reproductive health as an author, speaker, content creator with over a million followers across YouTube, Instagram, Tiktok, and other platforms, and host of the Brave & Curious podcast. Resources mentioned in this episode: Dr. Lora Shahine's website and resources: http://www.drlorashahine.com Dr. Shahine on social media: @drlorashahine Watch our podcast episodes on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/@meetyourbodypodcast Jessica’s website, resources, services & more:http://www.jessicavalantpilates.com Jessica’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/yh3ty5fp Jessica 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jessica's own infertility journey started in 2014 when trying to conceive with her second baby. She was thrown into a world of doctors, surgeries, nutrition, research and - ultimately - IVF in her path to ultimately conceive and give birth to her son in 2017. In today's episode, Jessica candidly shares her own experience with secondary infertility and IVF. You'll learn how she was ultimately told IVF was her only option, tools she used to nourish herself during this hard time, how she chose her doctor and more. This is a very personal episode that illustrates the myriad of emotions that are involved with the infertility journey. Resources mentioned in this episode: ⚫︎ Endometriosis guide and resources: https://jessicavalant.com/endometriosis ⚫︎ IVF guide and resources: https://jessicavalant.com/infertility ⚫︎ IVF exercises: https://youtu.be/PNBOe6fwNLQ ⚫︎ Watch our podcast episodes on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/@meetyourbodypodcast ⚫︎ Jessica’s website, resources, services & more:http://www.jessicavalantpilates.com ⚫︎ Jessica’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/jessicavalantpilates⚫︎ Jessica Valant women's health and fitness app:Apple IOS - https://tinyurl.com/mry5ya8rGoogle - https://tinyurl.com/yh3ty5fp Jessica 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Women diagnosed with endometriosis aren't typically informed of what changes occur with their symptoms as they enter the perimenopause and menopause transition in midlife. In today's episode, Jessica discusses what aging women can expect when it comes to the implications of endometriosis. You'll learn: ⚫︎ Jessica's own experience with her endometriosis symptoms as she entered perimenopause ⚫︎ What perimenopausal and menopausal estrogen changes can do to endometriosis symptoms ⚫︎ HRT and endometriosis ⚫︎ How to support and nourish your system through the aging process This episode will help inform and empower any woman who's been diagnosed with endometriosis as they navigate the aging process with agency and strength. Resources mentioned in this episode: ⚫︎ Endometriosis guide and resources: https://jessicavalant.com/endometriosis ⚫︎ Watch our podcast episodes on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/@meetyourbodypodcast ⚫︎ Jessica’s website, resources, services & more:http://www.jessicavalantpilates.com ⚫︎ Jessica’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/jessicavalantpilates⚫︎ Jessica Valant women's health and fitness app:Apple IOS - https://tinyurl.com/mry5ya8rGoogle - https://tinyurl.com/yh3ty5fp Jessica 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Weighted walking vests are extremely popular right now, especially for perimenopausal and post menopausal women looking at options for strength and bone health. But what exactly is a weighted vest and what does it do? In today's episode of Meet Your Body, physical therapist and women's health expert Jessica discusses everything you need to know about weighted vests. You'll learn: - What a weighted vest is - How to chose the right one for you - How to incorporate it into your workout routine - The benefits of using a weighted vest - Whether weighted vests actually help prevent osteoporosis Listen in! Resources mentioned in this episode: ⚫︎ Weighted vest Jessica uses: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B081JL5RF3/?tag=jessicavala03-20 ⚫︎ Watch our podcast episodes on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/@meetyourbodypodcast ⚫︎ Jessica’s website, resources, services & more:http://www.jessicavalantpilates.com ⚫︎ Jessica’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/jessicavalantpilates⚫︎ Jessica Valant women's health and fitness app:Apple IOS - https://tinyurl.com/mry5ya8rGoogle - https://tinyurl.com/yh3ty5fp Jessica 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A good night's sleep is one of the most important things our body needs for health, immune system, energy, brain function, hormones and mood. Yet in our hustle culture and midlife bodies, sleep can feel extremely hard to come by. In today's episode of Meet Your Body, Jessica discusses everything you need to know about getting better sleep. You'll first learn why sleep and rest is so important and should be prioritized for our health. You'll then hear the top six areas in which to focus in order to improve your sleep at night. You'll be given specific tips and tools in order to help you make a plan to improve your sleep at night! From when to eat at night, to why exercise matters to much to a few extra tools to help calm your nervous system, this episode will give you everything you need to start finding some zzzz's at night. Resources mentioned in this episode: ⚫︎ Vagus Nerve Massage video: https://youtu.be/oJh79kcR5Tg ⚫︎ Stretch Routine for Better Sleep: https://youtu.be/sdl7om-ybrs ⚫︎ Weighted blanket: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CR14YJ23/?tag=jessicavala03-20 ⚫︎ PEMF mat by Bon Charge (use code JESSICAPILATES for 15% off): https://boncharge.com/products/infrared-pemf-mat ⚫︎ Watch our podcast episodes on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/@meetyourbodypodcast ⚫︎ Jessica’s website, resources, services & more:http://www.jessicavalantpilates.com ⚫︎ Jessica’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/jessicavalantpilates⚫︎ Jessica Valant women's health and fitness app:Apple IOS - https://tinyurl.com/mry5ya8rGoogle - https://tinyurl.com/yh3ty5fp Jessica 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What if you saw your body as a someONE instead of a someTHING? What if you had strategies to remove stuck trauma in your body and feel more at home in your body? What if you were able to use connection and community to find even more empowerment and joy in your body? These are just a few of the powerful and important questions we address in our interview with Dr. Hillary McBride. Dr. McBride is an expert in embodiment and is one of our most trusted teachers when it comes to reconnecting to our body. She brings her own experience with embodiment and current research together with practical steps and compassion to show us all that we can have a real and true relationship with our body as we walk through life. This is a conversation every woman needs and we are honored to bring you our interview today with Dr. Hillary McBride. Dr. Hillary McBride is a registered psychologist, a researcher, and podcastor, with expertise with trauma, embodiment, spirituality and mental health, psychedelic therapies, and women's body image across the life span. Her first book, Mothers, Daughters, and Body Image: Learning to Love Ourselves as We Are, was published in 2017; Embodiment and Eating Disorders: Theory, Research, Prevention, and Treatment, which was published in 2018. Her bestselling book The Wisdom of Your Body: Finding wholeness, healing and connection through embodied living came out in the fall of 2021, Practices for Embodied Living was released early 2024. Her next book Holy Hurt: understanding and healing from spiritual trauma, launched April 2025. She is on faculty at Trinity Western University and the University of British Columbia, she is an ambassador for Sanctuary Mental Health, and the host of CBC's award winning podcast Other People's Problems- season 5 out May 2025. Hillary makes her home in the pacific northwest in British Columbia, Canada- she can often be found by the ocean, or with a cup of chai in hand. Resources mentioned in this episode: Dr. Hillary McBride website and resources: https://hillarylmcbride.com/ Dr. McBride's books can be found here: https://hillarylmcbride.com/books/ Watch our podcast episodes on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/@meetyourbodypodcast Jessica’s website, resources, services & more:http://www.jessicavalantpilates.com Jessica’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/jessicavalantpilates Jessica Valant Pilates app: Apple IOS - https://tinyurl.com/mry5ya8r Google - https://tinyurl.com/yh3ty5fp Jessica 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jessica experienced a double mastectomy and breast reconstruction over a year ago due to a breast cancer diagnosis. In this episode of Meet Your Body, she shares candidly about her journey to this point. Jessica discusses: - How her movement and strength is at this point - Her recent fat grafting surgery and whether she would do it again - The importance of looking to other women during this journey - And more This is a helpful and compassionate episode for anyone who themselves is walking a breast cancer journey or has a loved one on this path. Resources mentioned in this episode: Jessica's Breast Cancer Resource Guidehttps://jessicavalantpilates.com/breast_cancer_guideWatch our podcast episodes on YouTube here https://www.youtube.com/@meetyourbodypodcast UNLIMITED community and membership http://www.jessicavalantpilates.com/unlimitedYouTube (workouts and tips):https://www.youtube.com/c/JessicaValantPilatesResources, services & more:http://www.jessicavalantpilates.comFollow Jessica on Instagram:http://www.instagram.com/jessicavalantpilatesJessica Valant Pilates app:Apple IOS - https://tinyurl.com/mry5ya8rGoogle - https://tinyurl.com/yh3ty5fp Jessica 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hysterectomy is the second most common surgery for women in the United States. Yet, there is very little information available about how to prepare for and optimally heal from a hysterectomy. In the second episode of our hysterectomy series, we are talking about everything you need to know after your hysterectomy surgery. We will discuss what you can expect after surgery, the healing and recovery process, sex after hysterectomy and how to move and exercise after your surgery. Jessica will talk about her own hysterectomy surgery and the healing process she experienced, as well as the research behind what you need to know in this area. You can feel empowered, strong and confident after a hysterectomy, and in this episode we will talk through the steps and knowledge you need to help you get there! This episode was first aired in 2023 and is being re-released as a part of our best of series.Resources and Links: Website and resources:http://www.jessicavalant.comFree hysterectomy guide:https://jessicavalantpilates.com/complete-hysterectomy-guide10 week hysterectomy workout guide:https://jlstare.gumroad.com/l/cXRmRsJoin our UNLIMITED community:http://www.jessicavalantpilates.com/unlimitedFollow Jessica on Instagram:http://www.instagram.com/jessicasvalantYouTube workouts:https://www.youtube.com/c/JessicaValantPilatesJessica Valant Pilates app:Apple IOS - https://tinyurl.com/mry5ya8rGoogle - https://tinyurl.com/yh3ty5fp Jessica 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hysterectomy is the second most common surgery for women in the United States. Yet, there is very little information available about how to prepare for and optimally heal from a hysterectomy. In this first episode of our hysterectomy series, we will discuss everything you should know before your hysterectomy surgery. This will include the important questions to ask your doctor, the medical terminology that you'll want to become familiar with as it applies to a hysterectomy and some steps to take after a hysterectomy to improve your healing. Jessica draws on her own personal experience, as well as research and science, to bring you this valuable information all about hysterectomies. This episode was first aired in 2023 and is being re-released as a part of our best of series.Resources and Links: Website and resources:http://www.jessicavalant.comFree hysterectomy guide:https://jessicavalantpilates.com/complete-hysterectomy-guide10 week hysterectomy workout guide:https://jlstare.gumroad.com/l/cXRmRsJoin our UNLIMITED community:http://www.jessicavalantpilates.com/unlimitedFollow Jessica on Instagram:http://www.instagram.com/jessicasvalantYouTube workouts:https://www.youtube.com/c/JessicaValantPilatesJessica Valant Pilates app:Apple IOS - https://tinyurl.com/mry5ya8rGoogle - https://tinyurl.com/yh3ty5fp Jessica 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 night to urinate? This episode of Meet Your Body is for you! Today Jessica shares her own story with frequent urination and the three top tips you need in order to urinate less frequently throughout the day and night. Learn why the "just in case" pee is such a bad habit and the importance of exercising your pelvic floor. This episode will help you take some of the power back in your life! This is a re-release of one of our most popular episodes and was originally aired in 2023. RESOURCES AND LINKS: Pelvic floor exercises (and the correct way to do a Kegal):https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hplrmlU-5h4 UNLIMITED online fitness membership:http://www.jessicavalantpilates.com/unlimitedYouTube (workouts and tips)https://www.youtube.com/c/JessicaValantPilatesResources, services & more:http://www.jessicavalantpilates.comFollow Jessica on Instagram:http://www.instagram.com/jessicavalantpilatesJessica Valant Pilates app:Apple IOS - https://tinyurl.com/mry5ya8rGoogle - https://tinyurl.com/yh3ty5fp Jessica 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 health issues if we don't address them. The good news is that there are tools and strategies we can start applying in our lives right now to help! In this episode, Jessica talks about the difference between stress and anxiety, her first panic attack, the importance of completing the stress cycle and how movement and exercise play key factors in addressing both stress and anxiety. There are simple ways to lower your stress and anxiety on a daily basis and this episode will help you do that! This is a re-release of one of our most popular episodes and was originally aired in 2023. RESOURCES AND LINKS: The Burnout book, resources and author information:https://www.burnoutbook.net10 Minute Stress Relief Exercises Routine (to do at home):https://youtu.be/tYddPTEfS_8Resources, services & more:http://www.jessicavalant.comUNLIMITED home workouts and fitness programs:http://www.jessicavalant.com/unlimitedFollow Jessica on Instagram:http://www.instagram.com/jessicasvalantYouTube workouts:https://www.youtube.com/c/JessicaValantPilatesJessica Valant app:Apple IOS - https://tinyurl.com/mry5ya8rGoogle - https://tinyurl.com/yh3ty5fp Jessica 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This month we have been talking all about being a beginner in fitness, including how to feel supported, how to truly feel motivated and more.In today's episode, Jessica rounds out our series on being a beginner by telling her own recent story of being a beginner - in skiing.She explains her complicated past on the slopes, which led to fear and a little anxiety when it comes to skiing and snowboarding. She then talks through why she is trying it again and how it went on her recent first time back.She finishes by talking through ten tips that have helped her, and things you should keep in mind when trying something new.Links mentioned in the podcast:⚫︎ UNLIMITED community, with monthly and daily workout plans:http://www.jessicavalantpilates.com/unlimited⚫︎ My weekly email newsletter and free week of home workouts:https://jessicavalantpilates.com/sign-up-below⚫︎ YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/c/JessicaValantPilates⚫︎ Resources, services & more:http://www.jessicavalantpilates.com⚫︎ Follow Jessica on Instagram:http://www.instagram.com/jessicavalantpilates⚫︎ Jessica Valant Pilates app:Apple IOS - https://tinyurl.com/mry5ya8rGoogle - https://tinyurl.com/yh3ty5fp Jessica 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. Jessica 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's time to celebrate being a beginner in fitness!In today's episode, Jessica talks about her top tips for being a beginner in fitness. She discusses:- How we all flow in and out of being a beginner at different points in live- Red flags to watch out for in other instructors and classes- Avoiding all or nothing mentality- How to successfully fit a workout into your lifeand more!If you want to feel encouraged, empowered and supported on your beginner fitness journey, this is the episode for you!Links mentioned in the podcast:⚫︎ UNLIMITED community, with monthly and daily workout plans:http://www.jessicavalantpilates.com/unlimited⚫︎ My weekly email newsletter and free week of home workouts:https://jessicavalantpilates.com/sign-up-below⚫︎ Podcast episode 47 - All Or Nothing Mentalityhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/meet-your-body/id1649561552?i=1000634911976⚫︎ YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/c/JessicaValantPilates⚫︎ Resources, services & more:http://www.jessicavalantpilates.com⚫︎ Follow Jessica on Instagram:http://www.instagram.com/jessicavalantpilates⚫︎ Jessica Valant Pilates app:Apple IOS - https://tinyurl.com/mry5ya8rGoogle - https://tinyurl.com/yh3ty5fp Jessica 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. Jessica 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Motivation and consistency are two very important factors when it comes to fitness and longterm health.Unfortunately, those concepts are also laced with discouragement, guilt and shame when they are hard to achieve.In today's podcast, Jessica is breaking down the facts around why motivation and consistency may be hard for you. She dives into topics such as pain, injuries, trauma and more - all of which can lead to the real reason it's hard for you to stay motivated and consistent with workouts.She then lists actionable steps you can take to break past that and find true freedom and joy when it comes to motivation and consistency!Be ready to break the chains of guilt and shame that have held you back and reclaim your own strength and power when it comes to movement.Links mentioned in the podcast:⚫︎ UNLIMITED community, with monthly and daily workout plans:http://www.jessicavalantpilates.com/unlimited⚫︎ My weekly email newsletter and free week of home workouts:https://jessicavalantpilates.com/sign-up-below⚫︎ YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/c/JessicaValantPilates⚫︎ Resources, services & more:http://www.jessicavalantpilates.com⚫︎ Follow Jessica on Instagram:http://www.instagram.com/jessicavalantpilates⚫︎ Jessica Valant Pilates app:Apple IOS - https://tinyurl.com/mry5ya8rGoogle - https://tinyurl.com/yh3ty5fp Jessica 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. Jessica 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today we are continuing our important discussion from last episode about the best types of exercise for aging women! Last week we discussed the changes we go through as women as we age, why strength training is so important, the four types of exercise that are vital as we age and how to create a workout plan at home.This week Jessica is answering listener questions she received after that episode, which include:- How to lift weights with prolapse, knee pain and other injuries- What plyometric workouts look like- Is bodyweight exercise the same as lifting weightsAnd more!Listen to this important episode for even more encouragement and education around how to exercise as women throughout our lifetimes in order to be strong, independent and vibrant.Links mentioned in the podcast:⚫︎ Podcast episode 53 How to Prepare for Surgery:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/meet-your-body/id1649561552?i=1000641301471⚫︎ UNLIMITED community - including our STRONG challenge:http://www.jessicavalantpilates.com/unlimited⚫︎ YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/c/JessicaValantPilates⚫︎ Resources, services & more:http://www.jessicavalantpilates.com⚫︎ Follow Jessica on Instagram:http://www.instagram.com/jessicavalantpilates⚫︎ Jessica Valant Pilates app:Apple IOS - https://tinyurl.com/mry5ya8rGoogle - https://tinyurl.com/yh3ty5fp Jessica 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. Jessica 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today we are continuing our important discussion from last episode about the best types of exercise for aging women! Last week we discussed the changes we go through as women as we age, why strength training is so important, the four types of exercise that are vital as we age and how to create a workout plan at home.This week Jessica is answering listener questions she received after that episode, which include:- How to lift weights with prolapse, knee pain and other injuries- What plyometric workouts look like- Is bodyweight exercise the same as lifting weightsAnd more!Listen to this important episode for even more encouragement and education around how to exercise as women throughout our lifetimes in order to be strong, independent and vibrant.Links mentioned in the podcast:UNLIMITED community - including our STRONG challenge:http://www.jessicavalantpilates.com/unlimited10 minute beginner dumbbell workout:https://youtu.be/iYGA8ITk_twNon-impact HIIT workout:https://youtu.be/WxoNRDyYxaUYouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/c/JessicaValantPilatesResources, services & more:http://www.jessicavalantpilates.comFollow Jessica on Instagram:http://www.instagram.com/jessicavalantpilatesJessica Valant Pilates app:Apple IOS - https://tinyurl.com/mry5ya8rGoogle - https://tinyurl.com/yh3ty5fp Jessica 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. Jessica 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We all know how important exercise is for our overall health. What you may not know is exactly what type of exercise is the most valuable as we age!Our bodies go through changes starting at the age of 30 that affect our bones, muscles, balance, strength, ability to lose weight and more. By understanding these changes and what types of workouts and exercise are the most valuable, we can embrace the aging process and stay strong, independent and functional throughout life!In today's episode Jessica will discuss:- The changes our bodies go through as women as we age- Why strength is so important for staying healthy and independent- The four types of exercise that are VITAL for aging women- How to create a weekly workout plan at home you can continue throughout lifeSo listen in and prepare to feel inspired and empowered in your body and your workouts!Links mentioned in the podcast:UNLIMITED community - including our STRONG challenge:http://www.jessicavalantpilates.com/unlimited10 minute beginner dumbbell workout:https://youtu.be/iYGA8ITk_twNon-impact HIIT workout:https://youtu.be/WxoNRDyYxaUYouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/c/JessicaValantPilatesResources, services & more:http://www.jessicavalantpilates.comFollow Jessica on Instagram:http://www.instagram.com/jessicavalantpilatesJessica Valant Pilates app:Apple IOS - https://tinyurl.com/mry5ya8rGoogle - https://tinyurl.com/yh3ty5fp Jessica 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 conditi Jessica 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There is a common statement among some online fitness influencers right now saying that you aren't healthy if you can't run a mile without stopping.Jessica is here today to debunk that myth!In today's episode, Jessica discussed why running has been made out to be the gold standard in cardiovascular exercise and gives multiple alternative exercises for those who can't run. She also discusses the common injuries and conditions that make running inaccessible and emphasizes the point that you can be healthy even when experiencing things that prevent you from running!Today's episode will encourage you to focus on what you CAN do instead of what you CAN'T do and to avoid any messaging in fitness marketing that makes you feel discouraged or defeated.Links mentioned in the podcast:UNLIMITED community:http://www.jessicavalantpilates.com/unlimited10 minute cardio workout at home:https://youtu.be/V2OCky0kG1sYouTube (workouts and tips):https://www.youtube.com/c/JessicaValantPilatesResources, services & more:http://www.jessicavalantpilates.comFollow Jessica on Instagram:http://www.instagram.com/jessicavalantpilatesJessica Valant Pilates app:Apple IOS - https://tinyurl.com/mry5ya8rGoogle - https://tinyurl.com/yh3ty5fp Jessica 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this personal episode, Jessica talks about what she's doing right now to deal with the stress and anxiety she's feeling around world events. We know that chronic stress and anxiety can have a detrimental affect on our health in general. While it can be hard to eliminate stress all together, there are some steps we can take to help make sure we move through it as best we can.This episode is for anyone who simply wants to know they aren't alone in any heavy feelings they may be experiencing right now. Thanks for being here.Links mentioned in the podcast:Podcast episode 6 - Stress, anxiety and the power of movementPodcast episode 36 - My history with chronic stress and anxietyUNLIMITED community:http://www.jessicavalantpilates.com/unlimitedYouTube (workouts and tips):https://www.youtube.com/c/JessicaValantPilatesResources, services & more:http://www.jessicavalantpilates.comFollow Jessica on Instagram:http://www.instagram.com/jessicavalantpilatesJessica Valant Pilates app:Apple IOS - https://tinyurl.com/mry5ya8rGoogle - https://tinyurl.com/yh3ty5fp Jessica 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Be ready to unlearn and relearn everything you thought you knew about posture!Most people think of sayings such as "stand up straight!" and "don't slouch!" when they think of having better posture. The truth around posture is actually much more personal and individual and opens up an easier and more accessible way to find your best posture!In today's episode, Jessica talks about the history of posture and why current research is now showing us a new way. She'll talk through the real definition of posture and how to find it for yourself. She'll end with discussing the best exercises to address posture and how to incorporate them in your own life.Links mentioned in the podcast:Posture month in Jessica's UNLIMITED community:http://www.jessicavalantpilates.com/unlimitedYouTube (workouts and tips):https://www.youtube.com/c/JessicaValantPilatesResources, services & more:http://www.jessicavalantpilates.comFollow Jessica on Instagram:http://www.instagram.com/jessicavalantpilatesJessica Valant Pilates app:Apple IOS - https://tinyurl.com/mry5ya8rGoogle - https://tinyurl.com/yh3ty5fp Jessica 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In the fitness world, we often talk about how to workout, when to workout, what muscles to workout and more. What we don't always address is the importance of muscle recovery!Muscle recovery is the healing and repair that happens in your muscles after an intense or challenging workout. Without proper muscle recovery, we can experience pain, injury, fatigue and decreased motivation to continue exercising. In today's episode, Jessica talks about why muscle recovery is so important and how this has played out in her own life in the past six months. She also talks you through the top ways you can support your own body in muscle recovery.Listen in!Links mentioned in the podcast:My favorite red light and PEMF products - use code JESSICAPILATES for a discount:https://www.boncharge.com/?rfsn=7459856.3ea538BCAA's:https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01FHUIPQ8/?tag=jessicavala03-20Creatine:https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01LYFAGXI/?tag=jessicavala03-20Should you be sore after your workouts?https://youtu.be/HXfLW8Rboj0Hypermobility and exercise:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/meet-your-body/id1649561552?i=1000599810933UNLIMITED community and membership http://www.jessicavalantpilates.com/unlimitedYouTube (workouts and tips):https://www.youtube.com/c/JessicaValantPilatesResources, services & more:http://www.jessicavalantpilates.comFollow Jessica on Instagram:http://www.instagram.com/jessicavalantpilatesJessica Valant Pilates app:Apple IOS - https://tinyurl.com/mry5ya8rGoogle - https://tinyurl.com/yh3ty5fp Jessica 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Invisible Load is a term used to describe the immense unseen weight many women carry when it comes to managing a household, community, family, friends, job and more. This load can become overwhelming at times, leading to a heightened nervous system and chronic stress.In today's episode Jessica addresses this issue and talks through some ways she tries to stay organized in order to keep the mental load to a minimum, stay present and avoid the chronic stress that has plagued her in the past.This episode will affirm the mental load you carry and the plates you keep spinning, while also offering concrete strategies for keeping the stress down and moving forward in health.UNLIMITED community and membership http://www.jessicavalantpilates.com/unlimitedYouTube (workouts and tips):https://www.youtube.com/c/JessicaValantPilatesResources, services & more:http://www.jessicavalantpilates.comFollow Jessica on Instagram:http://www.instagram.com/jessicavalantpilatesJessica Valant Pilates app:Apple IOS - https://tinyurl.com/mry5ya8rGoogle - https://tinyurl.com/yh3ty5fp Jessica 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Motivation is an important topic when it comes to exercise and movement, but the same tools for motivation don't work for everyone!In today's episode, Jessica talks you through exercise motivation specifically for women in their 40's. She'll discuss why it's different (hello hormones and kids and surgeries and work) and her top five tips for finding workout motivation during this stage of life.It's time we recognize the differences we face as women in our 40's, so we can move forward with power and strength for our specific needs! MOTIVATE Challenge starts October 1sthttp://www.jessicavalantpilates.com/unlimitedEmber Mughttps://www.amazon.com/dp/B07NQRM6ML/?tag=jessicavala03-20UNLIMITED community and membership http://www.jessicavalantpilates.com/unlimitedYouTube (workouts and tips):https://www.youtube.com/c/JessicaValantPilatesResources, services & more:http://www.jessicavalantpilates.comFollow Jessica on Instagram:http://www.instagram.com/jessicavalantpilatesJessica Valant Pilates app:Apple IOS - https://tinyurl.com/mry5ya8rGoogle - https://tinyurl.com/yh3ty5fp Jessica 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jessica experienced a double mastectomy and breast reconstruction over six months ago due to a breast cancer diagnosis. In this episode of Meet Your Body, she shares candidly about how she's doing physically and mentally right now. She will address things such as her current exercise routine, when she was allowed to lift again, ways she still feels weak and the two overwhelming emotions she feels around her experience.This episode is for anyone going through a breast cancer diagnosis and/or mastectomy in order to help them know what to expect and to realize they are never alone in this journey. Jessica's Breast Cancer Resource Guidehttps://jessicavalantpilates.com/breast_cancer_guideOsea Andaría Body Oil - Use code JESSICAV10 for a discounthttps://bit.ly/4eBP1qVUNLIMITED community and membership http://www.jessicavalantpilates.com/unlimitedYouTube (workouts and tips):https://www.youtube.com/c/JessicaValantPilatesResources, services & more:http://www.jessicavalantpilates.comFollow Jessica on Instagram:http://www.instagram.com/jessicavalantpilatesJessica Valant Pilates app:Apple IOS - https://tinyurl.com/mry5ya8rGoogle - https://tinyurl.com/yh3ty5fp Jessica 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In today's episode of Meet Your Body, Jessica is catching you up on life lately!You'll hear what's happening currently, including...- Why she's so tired- How she feels about summer clothes in a new body since surgery- The new self-care tool she's obsessed with- Her changing views on social mediaAnd more!So let's catch up...Join UNLIMITED!https://jessicavalantpilates.com/unlimited YouTube (workouts and tips):https://www.youtube.com/c/JessicaValantPilatesResources, services & more:http://www.jessicavalantpilates.comFollow Jessica on Instagram:http://www.instagram.com/jessicavalantpilatesJessica Valant Pilates app:Apple IOS - https://tinyurl.com/mry5ya8rGoogle - https://tinyurl.com/yh3ty5fp Jessica 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

One of the most common questions Jessica gets is "what do you eat every day?" In today's episode of Meet Your Body, Jessica is finally diving into her own experience with food!She talks about her history with food growing up and all the iterations and twists and turns it's taken over the years. This includes learning about serving sizes (that was a surprise!), realizing that no carb diets are NOT for her and the moment she discovered eating gluten free could help her endometriosis symptoms.Jessica talks you through her personal experience so you have context around the choices she makes, and why she is hesitant to recommend or follow specific food plans with hard and fast "rules".As always, you'll leave with a message of empowerment and hope around food and how to make the choices that are right for YOU.Join UNLIMITED!https://jessicavalantpilates.com/unlimited YouTube (workouts and tips):https://www.youtube.com/c/JessicaValantPilatesResources, services & more:http://www.jessicavalantpilates.comFollow Jessica on Instagram:http://www.instagram.com/jessicavalantpilatesJessica Valant Pilates app:Apple IOS - https://tinyurl.com/mry5ya8rGoogle - https://tinyurl.com/yh3ty5fp Jessica 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today we are so excited to bring you an interview with Ali Damron!Ali is a hormone expert and she specializes in helping people navigate various symptoms and seasons of life that occur when our hormones change. In today's podcast episode, Jessica and Ali discuss:- The definition of hormones and why they are important- The one meal to help keep your hormones healthy- HRT- The power of walkingAnd more!Join us for this episode packed with valuable information and actionable tips so you can feel your best during any season of life.Join UNLIMITED for May 2024 where we will dive into all things hormone health, perimenopause and menopause!Join UNLIMITED and our hormone monthhttps://jessicavalantpilates.com/unlimitedTake Ali's free quiz on hormone healthhttps://quiz.tryinteract.com/#/657b69187e87640014113822Ali Damronhttp://www.alidamron.com Perimenopause workout https://youtu.be/2dEnh3Zdz_0YouTube (workouts and tips):https://www.youtube.com/c/JessicaValantPilatesResources, services & more:http://www.jessicavalantpilates.comFollow Jessica on Instagram:http://www.instagram.com/jessicavalantpilatesJessica Valant Pilates app:Apple IOS - https://tinyurl.com/mry5ya8rGoogle - https://tinyurl.com/yh3ty5fp Jessica 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jessica discovered her first perimenopause symptoms right around her 45th birthday. She committed to learning more about perimenopause and how to support her body during this confusing and often misunderstood time!In today's episode, Jessica is giving you an update on what she's done over the past year to address her perimenopause symptoms. She'll tell you what is working for her - including the number one thing helping right now.Make sure to check out our other perimenopause resources below, and join UNLIMITED for May 2024 where we will dive into all things hormone health, perimenopause and menopause! Join UNLIMITEDhttps://jessicavalantpilates.com/unlimitedPerimenopause workout https://youtu.be/2dEnh3Zdz_0"Let's Talk About Perimenopause" Podcast Episode 25https://jessicavalantpilates.com/podcastYouTube (workouts and tips):https://www.youtube.com/c/JessicaValantPilatesResources, services & more:http://www.jessicavalantpilates.comFollow Jessica on Instagram:http://www.instagram.com/jessicavalantpilatesJessica Valant Pilates app:Apple IOS - https://tinyurl.com/mry5ya8rGoogle - https://tinyurl.com/yh3ty5fp Jessica 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jessica was diagnosed with breast cancer in late 2023 and had a bilateral mastectomy six weeks later. She is now twelve weeks out from her surgery and is here giving you the full story of her diagnosis, treatment, surgery and rehab. Jessica answers all of the questions she's received from you all, including if she had symptoms prior to diagnosis, why she chose a mastectomy, what treatment looks like now and her advice on how to support friends and loved ones on this same journey.Breast cancer is a road no one wants to walk, and Jessica hopes this episode and information helps someone else on this journey in the future. Jessica's Breast Cancer Resource Guidehttps://jessicavalantpilates.com/breast_cancer_guideUNLIMITED community and membership http://www.jessicavalantpilates.com/unlimitedYouTube (workouts and tips):https://www.youtube.com/c/JessicaValantPilatesResources, services & more:http://www.jessicavalantpilates.comFollow Jessica on Instagram:http://www.instagram.com/jessicavalantpilatesJessica Valant Pilates app:Apple IOS - https://tinyurl.com/mry5ya8rGoogle - https://tinyurl.com/yh3ty5fp Jessica 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

People pleasing is something many of us do in various aspects of our lives. What we don't always realize is the serious negative effects it can have on our sense of worth, our relationships and our outlook on life.In today's episode, Jessica tells you about her personal history and story with people pleasing and what happened recently to make her really dig deep into this subject. She tells you the negative side effects of living as a chronic people pleaser and ends with a few really important take aways that you can start to apply in your life today in order to walk way from a life of people pleasing and living for other's opinions of you.It's a powerful episode that is a necessary listen for anyone who wants to break out of the cycle of people pleasing and trying to live up to other's expectations of you.It's time you find out what you want and live fully in who you are! Complete Core Challenge and UNLIMITEDhttp://www.jessicavalantpilates.com/unlimitedYouTube (workouts and tips):https://www.youtube.com/c/JessicaValantPilatesResources, services & more:http://www.jessicavalantpilates.comFollow Jessica on Instagram:http://www.instagram.com/jessicavalantpilatesJessica Valant Pilates app:Apple IOS - https://tinyurl.com/mry5ya8rGoogle - https://tinyurl.com/yh3ty5fp Jessica 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to season three of Meet Your Body!In today's episode, Jessica talks about her life lately. You'll get an update on her double mastectomy recovery and how she's doing both emotionally and physically. Jessica then talks through an important concept she's noticed since being diagnosed with breast cancer last year. It involves the fact that sometimes there is no clear reason a health issue occurs. Sometimes ish just happens.Find out more on today's episode of Meet Your Body. Complete Core Challenge and UNLIMITEDhttp://www.jessicavalantpilates.com/unlimitedYouTube (workouts and tips):https://www.youtube.com/c/JessicaValantPilatesResources, services & more:http://www.jessicavalantpilates.comFollow Jessica on Instagram:http://www.instagram.com/jessicavalantpilatesJessica Valant Pilates app:Apple IOS - https://tinyurl.com/mry5ya8rGoogle - https://tinyurl.com/yh3ty5fp Jessica 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

While Jessica typically doesn't talk about current events, she is making an exception today to discuss the recent Alabama Supreme Court decision surrounding IVF. In this episode, Jessica explains the details surrounding this case and the wide reaching implications it has for reproductive care and the families desperately looking to have children.Her goals for anyone listening are to increase the conversation around compassion for others and the understanding that there is nuance when it comes to decisions around people's bodies - it's not black or white. As a physical therapist, women's health advocate and IVF mom, Jessica comes to this discussion with knowledge, personal experience and empathy. It's an important conversation for anyone wanting to know how to support their neighbors and be in community with their fellow humans. UNLIMITED membership & communityhttp://www.jessicavalantpilates.com/unlimitedYouTube (workouts and tips):https://www.youtube.com/c/JessicaValantPilatesResources, services & more:http://www.jessicavalantpilates.comFollow Jessica on Instagram:http://www.instagram.com/jessicavalantpilatesJessica Valant Pilates app:Apple IOS - https://tinyurl.com/mry5ya8rGoogle - https://tinyurl.com/yh3ty5fp Jessica 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Four weeks ago, Jessica had a bilateral mastectomy with reconstruction after a recent breast cancer diagnosis. In this very personal and vulnerable episode, Jessica talks through what her experience has been like after her surgery. She discusses everything from compression bras to drains to pain and physical limitations.She also talks through the exact things that were helpful to have after surgery and that she would recommend for anyone going through the same thing.Whether you are personally experiencing a breast cancer diagnosis and potential surgery or you have a friend or family member who is, this is an extremely helpful episode full of understanding and support. Breast Cancer Resource Guidehttps://jessicavalantpilates.com/breast_cancer_guideUNLIMITED membership & communityhttp://www.jessicavalantpilates.com/unlimitedYouTube (workouts and tips):https://www.youtube.com/c/JessicaValantPilatesResources, services & more:http://www.jessicavalantpilates.comFollow Jessica on Instagram:http://www.instagram.com/jessicavalantpilatesJessica Valant Pilates app:Apple IOS - https://tinyurl.com/mry5ya8rGoogle - https://tinyurl.com/yh3ty5fp Jessica 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices