119 episodes
Finally Fearless with Dr. Mel Dr. Melissa Cioffi, PT
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- Health & Fitness
Navigating the health and wellness industry is confusing: but it shouldn't have to be! Join the discussion with Dr. Mel where she exposes the good, the bad, and the ugly in regard to women's health and wellness, and learn just how you can demand the life you deserve.
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S2E13: Returning to Exercise After an Injury - Things to Keep in Mind
In today's episode, we are talking about what I call the "rehab rollercoaster:" namely, the ups and downs of figuring out how to move and use your body after being sidelined by something physical that's been giving you grief.
Whether you're overcoming an injury or are trying to return to the gym after dealing with pelvic floor issues like prolapse, leaking, or giving birth, there are things to keep in mind when you're moving from start to the finish line in regard to giving your body the TLC it needs while challenging it at the same time.
Healthcare is a difficult territory for women to navigate, as many of us are left feeling dismissed and unheard, our concerns being chalked up to being a "crazy woman" who just needs to lose weight (BARF). That shit ends here and now. Today, we take back our health and speak up: because no one else is gonna do it for us.
The Beyond Kegels mini course is here!
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Send me an email: mcioffidpt@newquestpt.com
Work with me: www.yournewquest.com
**Information presented in this podcast is not to be taken as medical advice and is for educational and entertainment purposes only**
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S2E12: Is pelvic floor exercise really THAT different from what you do in the gym?
This week's episode stems a bit off last week; today, we explore the world of pelvic floor exercise and how sometimes that doesn't look much different from work you're already doing in the gym: the focus just might be a little different.
Healthcare is a difficult territory for women to navigate, as many of us are left feeling dismissed and unheard, our concerns being chalked up to being a "crazy woman" who just needs to lose weight (BARF). That shit ends here and now. Today, we take back our health and speak up: because no one else is gonna do it for us.
The Beyond Kegels mini course is here!
Join Me Inside Floored Forces
Follow me/Send Me a DM on IG: dr.mel_pt
Send me an email: mcioffidpt@newquestpt.com
Work with me: www.yournewquest.com
**Information presented in this podcast is not to be taken as medical advice and is for educational and entertainment purposes only**
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S2E11: Squeezing all the Balls
There seem to be 2 camps of people talking about pelvic floor strengthening: those who think squeezing balls between their knees and kegeling out the wazoo are sure-fire ways to condition their pelvic floor, and those who overly complicate every exercise so that your brain explodes. Today we are talking about how effective pelvic floor work lands somewhere in the middle, and what exactly that looks like.
Healthcare is a difficult territory for women to navigate, as many of us are left feeling dismissed and unheard, our concerns being chalked up to being a "crazy woman" who just needs to lose weight (BARF). That shit ends here and now. Today, we take back our health and speak up: because no one else is gonna do it for us.
The Beyond Kegels mini course is here!
Join Me Inside Floored Forces
Follow me/Send Me a DM on IG: dr.mel_pt
Send me an email: mcioffidpt@newquestpt.com
Work with me: www.yournewquest.com
**Information presented in this podcast is not to be taken as medical advice and is for educational and entertainment purposes only**
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S2E10: Pelvic Floor Saving Tips to Take Into Your Next Workout
Most people don't realize how involved their pelvic floor and deep abs are when doing "regular" workouts at the gym (or off YouTube). Today's episode is filled with tips & tricks to be mindful of when it comes to getting the best out of your workouts and how to know when your pelvic floor is telling you to dial it back.
Healthcare is a difficult territory for women to navigate, as many of us are left feeling dismissed and unheard, our concerns being chalked up to being a "crazy woman" who just needs to lose weight (BARF). That shit ends here and now. Today, we take back our health and speak up: because no one else is gonna do it for us.
The Beyond Kegels mini course is here!
Join Me Inside Floored Forces
Follow me/Send Me a DM on IG: dr.mel_pt
Send me an email: mcioffidpt@newquestpt.com
Work with me: www.yournewquest.com
**Information presented in this podcast is not to be taken as medical advice and is for educational and entertainment purposes only**
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S2E9: Things to Consider if You're Having Pain With Sex
Pain with sexual activity (called "dyspareunia") can happen to anyone, regardless of age or life experience. In today's episode, we talk about the reasons why someone might be experiencing pain with penetrative sex and the things I look at when getting people on their way to finally enjoying sex again!
Healthcare is a difficult territory for women to navigate, as many of us are left feeling dismissed and unheard, our concerns being chalked up to being a "crazy woman" who just needs to lose weight (BARF). That shit ends here and now. Today, we take back our health and speak up: because no one else is gonna do it for us.
Dilator & Pelvic Wand Instructional Video
The Beyond Kegels mini course is here!
Join Me Inside Floored Forces
Follow me/Send Me a DM on IG
Send me an email: mcioffidpt@newquestpt.com
Work with me: www.yournewquest.com
**Information presented in this podcast is not to be taken as medical advice and is for educational and entertainment purposes only**
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S2 E8: Gallbladders, Bowels, and Bladders: OH MY!
I've been on hiatus for the past 8 weeks due to a health issue that spiraled out of control (cuz my body likes to go big or go home). Today's episode is full of info re: signs to pay attention to when it comes to gallbladder issues, what to look for with your poop and when you should get it checked out, what it means to have a "normal" bladder, the early (aka boring) stages of rehabbing your pelvic floor, and everything in between!
Healthcare is a difficult territory for women to navigate, as many of us are left feeling dismissed and unheard, our concerns being chalked up to being a "crazy woman" who just needs to lose weight (BARF). That shit ends here and now. Today, we take back our health and speak up: because no one else is gonna do it for us.
The Beyond Kegels mini course is here!
Follow me/Send Me a DM on IG: dr.mel_pt
Send me an email: mcioffidpt@newquestpt.com
Work with me: www.yournewquest.com
**Information presented in this podcast is not to be taken as medical advice and is for educational and entertainment purposes only**
Theme music courtesy of Grace Mesa, “Like We Do”