Meet Your Body with Jessica Valant, MSPT

Meet Your Body with Jessica Valant, MSPT

Welcome to Meet Your Body with Jessica Valant, MSPT — a podcast dedicated to helping women feel strong, safe and empowered in their bodies through every season of life. Combining science-backed education, professional expertise, advocacy, and compassion, Jessica brings honest conversations and practical tools to the complex world of women’s health and aging. Each episode explores the topics women are too often left to navigate alone, including perimenopause, menopause, endometriosis, hysterectomy, prolapse, infertility, exercise, aging, recovery, body image, and learning how to advocate for yourself in healthcare and everyday life. Through expert guests, personal stories, actionable strategies, and evidence-based guidance, Jessica helps listeners cut through misinformation and reconnect with their bodies with more confidence and clarity. Drawing from both her professional experience as a physical therapist & women's health expert and her own personal health journey, Jessica offers a grounded, empowering approach to aging, healing, movement, and wellness — reminding women that strength is possible at every stage of life.

Episodes

The Lymphatic System - What It Does and Tools for Support

June 18, 2026 • 36 mins
Most of us don't spend much time thinking about our lymphatic system—but this incredible network plays a vital role in immunity, fluid balance, healing, and overall health. When it's functioning well, you probably don't notice it. But when it's not, you may experience swelling, puffiness, fatigue, frequent illness, or complications after surgery and cancer treatment. In this episode of Meet Your Body, physical therapist and ...
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Low Back Pain - Treatment, Symptoms and Hope

June 11, 2026 • 41 mins
Back pain can be frightening, frustrating, and overwhelming—but it doesn't have to be a limitation to movement and function! In this episode, physical therapist Jessica Valant shares the facts, myths, and practical strategies everyone should know about lower back pain. Drawing from both professional expertise and her own recent experience with a back injury, Jessica explains why diagnoses like herniated discs and spondylolis...
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Missing Workouts - The Myths and Truths

June 4, 2026 • 39 mins
Have you ever missed a few workouts and immediately felt like you were back at square one? You're not alone and today you'll learn both the myth and truth of missing workouts. In this episode of Meet Your Body, Jessica tackles one of the biggest myths in fitness: the belief that missing a few days (or even a few weeks) of exercise means you've lost all of your progress. Drawing on both science and her experience as a physical th...
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Perimenopause Explained - What Every Woman Should Know

May 28, 2026 • 60 mins
Perimenopause can feel confusing, unpredictable and overwhelming — but understanding what’s happening in your body can change everything. In this episode of Meet Your Body, Jessica breaks down the science, symptoms and realities of perimenopause so you can move through this phase feeling informed and empowered instead of fearful. Jessica explains what perimenopause actually is, why hormones fluctuate so dramatica...
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Strong Over Skinny with Dr. Sara Tariq

May 21, 2026 • 55 mins
In this powerful episode of Meet Your Body, Jessica sits down with Dr. Sara Tarek to challenge the harmful myths women have been told about health, weight, aging and what it truly means to thrive in midlife and beyond. Together, they unpack why chasing “skinny” often leaves women feeling exhausted, discouraged and disconnected from their bodies — and why building strength, resilience and metabolic ...
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Pilates Teacher Training Explained

May 14, 2026 • 43 mins
Thinking about becoming a Pilates instructor? Or wondering whether your current instructor is truly qualified? Before you sign up for a quick online certification — or trust someone guiding your body through movement — there are important truths about the Pilates industry you need to hear. In this episode of Meet Your Body, Jessica Valant — physical therapist, Pilates expert, and educator — breaks do...
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What I've Learned About Surgery Recovery

May 7, 2026 • 38 mins
In this honest and powerful episode of Meet Your Body, Jessica shares important lessons everyone facing surgery should know. Drawing from her experience as a physical therapist — along with her own six major surgeries — she offers practical tips to help you mentally and physically prepare for surgery and recovery. You’ll hear why you may never feel completely ready for surgery, the importance of becoming an ...
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Highlights - Are You Truly Resting?

May 4, 2026 • 14 mins
Today's Highlights episode is a clip from our full episode all about The Importance of Rest. In this segment, Jessica dives into the habits you may have that seem like rest but are actually causing more stress in your life. Learn what daily rest actually looks like and why it's important for your overall health. Full episode The Importance of Rest: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/meet-your-body-with-jessica-valant-mspt/id1...
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Longevity Made Simple - The Habits That Matter

April 30, 2026 • 45 mins
Most people think longevity requires expensive supplements, complicated routines, or the latest biohacking trends—but what if the real answer is far simpler? In this episode, Jessica breaks down the foundational, research-backed pillars of living a longer, healthier life—without the overwhelm. If you’re tired of conflicting health advice and just want clear, practical steps that actually work, this is your starti...
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Connections - Loving On Middle School Kids

April 27, 2026 • 19 mins
Connections are my shorter episodes that include my inner thoughts, behind the scenes realities, tangents and experiences to help us feel more connected! Middle school kids and pre-teens get such a bad rap and in today's episode I talk about the joy I have found being around middle school age kids. I dive into the joy I have found with our kids at every age and encourage others to find some grace, love and support for any middle s...
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Exercise Series - All About Cardiovascular Exercise

April 23, 2026 • 38 mins
In this episode, Jessica Valant breaks down how to make cardiovascular exercise simple, effective, and sustainable—no matter your schedule, fitness level, or starting point. Whether you’re a runner, strength trainer, or just getting back into movement, you’ll learn how short, strategic sessions (even just 10 minutes a day) can support your heart, metabolism, and long-term health. Jessica shares how to calculate y...
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The New Rules of Women's Health with Meghan Rabbitt

April 16, 2026 • 55 mins
Why are so many women still confused, dismissed, or overlooked when it comes to their health? In this episode of Meet Your Body, Jessica Valant sits down with award winning journalist Megan Rabbitt, author of The New Rules of Women’s Health, to break down what’s missing in women’s health—and how to finally take back control of your body, hormones, and long-term wellness. Meghan has interviewed hu...
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Connections - Owning Choices and Avoiding Resentment

April 13, 2026 • 19 mins
Connections are my shorter episodes that include my inner thoughts, behind the scenes realities, tangents and experiences to help us feel more connected! Today I’m sharing a recent conversation that sparked a powerful reminder: the importance of owning my own choices. Learning to take full ownership in different areas of my life has helped me feel more empowered, while also letting go of the resentment I once felt toward o...
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How To Create a Workout Plan and Schedule

April 9, 2026 • 45 mins
If your workout routine feels inconsistent, overwhelming, or impossible to stick to—you’re not alone. In this episode of Meet Your Body, Jessica Valant breaks down how to create a workout schedule that actually works for your life, goals, time available and your health. Instead of chasing perfection or rigid plans, you’ll learn how to build a simple, sustainable routine that supports your energy, hormones, and go...
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Highlights - Red Light Benefits and Uses

April 6, 2026 • 12 mins
This short Highlights episode is a spotlight on our popular red light episode from July 2025! 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. Learn if red light might fit into your own health plan and goals. Resources mentioned in this episode: Red Light S...
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Weight Loss in Midlife - Strategies, Support and Empowerment

April 2, 2026 • 61 mins
Most women are told that weight loss in midlife requires extreme dieting or pushing themselves harder than ever. But what if that approach is exactly what’s keeping you stuck? In this episode of Meet Your Body, Jessica Valant breaks down the real science behind weight changes in midlife—and why “eat less, exercise more” often backfires. She validates our desires for strategies that are effective and su...
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Highlights - Simple Goal Setting When You Feel Overwhelmed

March 30, 2026 • 11 mins
Today's Highlights episode is a clip from our full episode all about Overwhelm and Health Information. In this segment, Jessica explains the steps to take in order to set health goals that feel both motivating and achievable. If you are feeling overwhelmed and confused by the sheer amount of health information you are taking in, this episode is for you! Full episode Overwhelm and Health Information: https://podcasts.apple.com/us...
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Health Routines and Travel with Lesley Logan

March 25, 2026 • 53 mins
Struggling to stay consistent with your health routines when life gets busy—or when you’re constantly on the go? In this episode of Meet Your Body, Jessica sits down with her good friend, Pilates expert and global traveler Lesley Logan to share simple, realistic strategies for maintaining your health, energy, and sanity—no matter where you are. From navigating frequent travel to managing seasons like perime...
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Connections - How To Listen To Your Body

March 23, 2026 • 19 mins
Connections are my shorter episodes that include my inner thoughts, behind the scenes realities, tangents and experiences to help us feel more connected! Today I'm answering the common question "How do I listen to my body?" I'm explaining the two steps you must follow in order to begin to listen to your body, interpret the cues it is giving you and ultimately develop a deeper connection with your body Resources mentioned in t...
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Progressive Overload - The Key To Muscle and Strength Gains

March 18, 2026 • 43 mins
Strength training is essential for long-term health—but how you train matters just as much as what you do. If you’re not seeing the results you expect, you may be missing one key ingredient. In this episode of Meet Your Body, Jessica breaks down the powerful fitness principle of progressive overload—and why it’s crucial for building strength, supporting bone health, and staying resilient as you age. Sh...
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