The Optimal Body
Dr Jen Fraboni & Dr Dom Fraboni · Dr. Jen Fraboni & Dr. Dom Fraboni
Show overview
The Optimal Body has been publishing since 2020, and across the 6 years since has built a catalogue of 473 episodes. That works out to roughly 300 hours of audio in total. Releases follow a weekly cadence.
Episodes typically run thirty-five to sixty minutes — most land between 25 min and 49 min — though episode length varies meaningfully from one episode to the next. None of the episodes are flagged explicit by the publisher. It is catalogued as a EN-language Health & Fitness show.
The show is actively publishing — the most recent episode landed 2 days ago, with 32 episodes already out so far this year. The busiest year was 2022, with 104 episodes published. Published by Dr. Jen Fraboni & Dr. Dom Fraboni.
From the publisher
Join top-40 Physical Therapy Influencer, Doc Jen, and her Physical Therapy husband Dr. Dom, as they bring you the body tips and PT Pearls you need to help you understand your body, relieve your pains and restrictions, and answer your questions. Along with expert guests, the goal of The Optimal Body is to help you discover what optimal means in your own body.
Latest Episodes
View all 473 episodes473 | Optimizing Food Choices for Better Nutrition, Energy, Focus, and Fat Loss with Thomas DeLauer
472 | Impact of Sarcopenia: The Muscle You Didn't Know You Were Losing
471 | Understanding Breast Implants Illness and Explant Considerations with Dr Robert Whitfield
470 | "The Truth Behind Aging: A research-backed talk for helping people stay mobile, strong, and active as they age."
469 | The Importance of Walking on Foot & Overall Health with Dr. Courtney Conley
468 | How Strength Training Protocols Improve Gait Outcome Measures in Older Adults - a research review
467 | Free Yourself From Technology Attachment And Rediscover Human Intelligence with Shannon Algeo
466 | Discussing Dr Dom's Pickleball Injury Causing Him Mid Foot Pain
465 | Improve Your Running Form and Reduce Common Pain with Physical Therapist Vikash Sharma
464 | Doc Jen Hurt Her Back Deadlifting! What She Did for Her Back Pain and Sciatic Pain
463 | Navigating Peptides, GLP-1, and Weight Loss during Hormonal Shifts in Perimenopause with Dr Aleksandra Gajer
462 | Flat Feet: Do They Cause Pain or Really Need “Fixing”? What the Latest Research Actually Says
461 | Real Talk about Balance Training and Fall Prevention with Physical Therapist Kelsey Bahr
460 | Toe Spacers For Foot Pain? What Does The Research Say?
459 | Recipe to Movement Longevity | Staying Strong & Mobile As We Age with Physiotherapist, Will Harlow
458 | Hernias Explained: Understanding the Treatment Options for Inguinal, Umbilical, and Sports Hernias
457 | Nitric Oxide: The Molecule of Life for Health, Aging & Longevity with Dr. Nathan Bryan
456 | The Musculoskeletal Syndrome of Menopause: Why Your Joints and Tendons Suddenly Feel 10 Years Older
455 | The Recipe to Relieve Chronic Pain with Dr Rachel Zoffness
Ep 454454 | Why Heel Pain Isn’t Just a Foot Problem: What New Research Reveals About Plantar Fasciitis
In this episode of the Optimal Body Podcast, Dr. Jen and Dr. Dom explore chronic plantar fasciitis, highlighting new 2025 research that reveals its connection to central sensitization—where the nervous system amplifies pain. They explain why traditional treatments for plantar fasciitis may not work for everyone and emphasize a holistic approach, combining strength exercises, pain education, stress management, and lifestyle changes. The hosts also discuss the importance of addressing nervous system sensitivity and offer resources for listeners seeking relief. This episode aims to provide hope and practical strategies for those struggling with long-term plantar heel pain. Needed Discount: Jen trusted Needed Supplements for fertility, pregnancy, and beyond! Support men and women’s health with vitamins, Omega-3, and more. Used by 6,000+ pros. Use code OPTIMAL for 20% off at checkout! Lifting for Longevity Course Discount! Come and join our brand new course Lifting for Longevity! This course was created by Doc Jen and shot with her 73 year old mother to show that, regardless what age or level you are, you can build strength, power, mobility, balance, and so much more! It will help you understand all of the components of movement that are important when it comes to moving well, late in life. Come join us and grab a bonus discount with code OPTIMAL at checkout! We think You'll Love: Lifting for Longevity Course Jen’s Instagram Dom’s Instagram YouTube Channel What You'll Learn: 02:02 Overview of new research showing plantar heel pain is not just a tissue issue, but involves the nervous system. 03:30 Discussion of co-morbidities like fibromyalgia and depression, highlighting the multifaceted nature of chronic plantar fasciitis. 07:11 Emphasis on the need for a broader, nervous-system-focused approach to treating chronic heel pain. 08:31 Presentation of study results showing high rates of nervous system sensitivity in chronic heel pain patients. 10:50 Validation of listener frustrations and explanation of why pain may persist despite doing “everything right.” 12:26 Reassurance that persistent pain... For full show notes visit https://jen.health/podcast/454 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.