Seeking Wellness: Southeast Idaho

Jeff Denning

What your doctor didn't have time to explain. Seven-minute appointments don't leave room for the real conversation. Seeking Wellness is Dr. Jeff Denning — a physical therapist in Idaho Falls — sitting down with the doctors, coaches, and practitioners around Southeast Idaho for the version you don't get in the exam room. Pain that keeps coming back. Training as you age. Golf. Direct primary care. Getting honest care in a system that isn't built for it. No jargon, no fear-mongering, no miracle cures — just what works, why it works, and what to do Monday morning. New episodes from Invictus Rx.

  1. Aug 18

    Ep 23 | 5 Lessons From 5 Years of Practice

    After more than a year away, the Seeking Wellness Podcast is back — and Dr. Jeff Denning is returning with something personal: five lessons from five years in practice. Five years ago he graduated PT school confident he knew how to help people. He was right about some things. Wrong about others. In this episode, he gets honest about both. What's covered:— Why complexity is often a confidence problem in disguise, and why the best programs are kind of boring— The clinical habit that costs you patient trust faster than anything else— Why golf training doesn't have to look like golf — and what 50-75% of it should actually look like— When to stop protecting tissue and just load it up, plus the principle of making the deficit worse— Why sales is a clinical skill — and how avoiding that conversation isn't integrity, it's avoidance that patients pay for Real patient stories, honest reflections on running a cash-based practice, and a case for why asking more and telling less might be the most important thing a clinician can learn. Whether you're a physical therapist, a golfer, a fitness athlete, or just someone looking for a provider who gives a damn — this one's for you.

    Ep 23 | 5 Lessons From 5 Years of Practice

  2. 04/10/2025

    Ep 22 | Direct Primary Care with Dr. Ryan Bradbury, MD of Wellberry Health

    Revitalizing Family Medicine with Dr. Ryan Bradberry: Exploring Direct Primary Care & Lifestyle Medicine Are you feeling frustrated with the healthcare system? In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Ryan Bradberry, MD, from Wellberry Health, to discuss the new Direct Primary Care model. You will: Learn about Dr. Bradberry's unique approach to healthcare, which focuses on personalized, patient-centered care without the typical insurance-based constraints. Discover the six pillars of lifestyle medicine, how small steps can significantly improve your health, and the benefits of longer, more meaningful consultations with your doctor. Get inspired by real-life success stories and find out how Direct Primary Care can transform your healthcare experience. Plus, don't miss the details of an upcoming community workshop focused on fitness and health! Saturday, April 12th at 10 AM at CrossFit AMROCK, Dr. Bradbury will be discussing lifestyle medicine further, how it can be instrumental in crafting a healthy future, AND even doing a workout alongside you. RSVP here

  3. 11/09/2023

    Ep 21 | Discovering Yoga, Joy, and Awareness with Tye Bergeson Bergeson of Tyger Yoga

    In this episode of the Seeking Wellness Podcast, we chat with Tye Bergeson, a local yoga instructor that teaches at both Yoga London and CrossFit AMROCK. We dive into some fantastic conversation, including: Tye's personal health journey and how profoundly yoga has impacted his life. Misconceptions about yoga, what it is, its benefits for overall health, and how it can serve as a beneficial supplement to other fitness regimes like CrossFit. Different yoga styles and the structure of a typical yoga class. If you've been curious about yoga or looking for other ways to enhance your health and fitness journey, this is a must listen! We also touch on Tye's upcoming workshops titled 'Joy and Awareness,' which is designed to discover how and why we feel joy and start to discover the unrecognized joy that already exists in our lives. He's offering two different locations and times. Click the link for more more information and to register, but times and location are: 6:00-7:30 PM on Sunday, November 12 @ Yoga London 10:00-11:30 AM on Saturday, November 18 @ CrossFit AMROCK Connect with Tye @ Tyger Yoga

  4. 08/31/2023

    Ep 20 | CrossFit Myths with Rocky McDowell, CF-L3 of CrossFit AMROCK

    Back with longtime friend of the podcast, Rocky McDowell, CF-L3 and co-owner of CrossFit AMROCK: in this episode we dive into some of the biggest myths that are prevalent in the CrossFit community. Anywhere from mild misconceptions to things that are just flat out not true! We cover eight of them in pretty good detail: "I need to be in shape to do CrossFit" "I can’t do those exercises (weights, pull ups, muscle ups, running) so I can’t do CrossFit" "CrossFitters don't care about form" "I’m going to get hurt doing CrossFit" "I don't want to get bulky" "I don’t want to compete and CrossFit is only about competition" "I’m not comfortable taking my shirt off to work out, and all CrossFitters take their clothes off to work out" "I’m too old, young, overweight, skinny, weak, etc to do CrossFit" Some of these we've touched on in previous episodes, some of these we're going to take a deeper dive into in future episodes, but all really valuable insights if you are open to challenging some of your beliefs. Have you heard any of these before? What do you think? Let us know!

  5. 07/12/2023

    Ep 19 | CrossFit is For Every BODY with Cristina Anderson, CF-L4 of CrossFit Medfield and Rocky McDowell, CF-L3 of CrossFit AMROCK

    In this JAM PACKED episode full of so many great anecdotes and pieces of advice, I am joined with returning guest Rocky McDowell as we interview Cristina Anderson, a level 4 CrossFit coach who is extremely passionate about creating a welcoming, empathetic environment for everyone, wherever they may be, in their fitness journey. Cristina lives in Massachusetts, but is making a special trip to Idaho Falls next week to help instill those same values here. In our discussion, we ask Cristina to share her thoughts on topics such as: What is your personal mission with CrossFit and the fitness space at large? What are your own mental and physical health struggles that you dealt with? What's the big deal with empathy and why do you think it's so foundational to helping people transform their lives? Do you need to be fit to do CrossFit? What's the difference between physical appearance vs physical function? Why is it important to shift your mindset from focusing on what your body LOOKS like vs what your body can DO? Why CrossFit vs a much cheaper gym membership? Empathy is at the heart of Cristina's practice, and if you've ever felt like you're out of place or "not worthy" to be working out in a gym, then you'll absolutely want to take a listen to this. Also, special announcement: If you have any inkling of making a positive health change and trying CrossFit, wondering what it's all about, if it's for you, and how it can literally change your life, then you're in luck. Rocky and Cristina are teaming up and hosting a FREE workshop for the Idaho Falls community on July 22, 2023. More details here in the Facebook event. If you have questions about the workshop, please reach out to either me or CrossFit AMROCK via their website or through one of their social channels on Instagram, Facebook, or TikTok. If you want to get in touch with Cristina, you can message her on Instagram. ____________________ Pain or injury holding you back from your normal fitness routine? Tried PT before but didn't have any luck with boring table exercises? Doing the same thing for weeks with minimal to no progress? Not here. At Invictus Rx, we believe in not just getting you back to your pre-injured state, but building up armor around you so that you are incredibly resilient to any future injuries. Learn more on our website or follow us on Facebook or Instagram.

  6. 06/07/2023

    Ep 18 | Defining CrossFit, Measuring Fitness, and Why Intensity Matters with Rocky McDowell, CF-L3 of CrossFit AMROCK

    Join us in this riveting episode as we dive deep into the world of CrossFit with Southeast Idaho's only certified level 3 CrossFit trainer, Rocky McDowell, co-owner and head coach of CrossFit AMROCK. In our engaging conversation, we take a look at CrossFit and its training methodologies, defining fitness, and unraveling why intensity is so important to stimulate growth not only in the gym, but in life as well. Throughout our discussion, we answer questions like: What is CrossFit? How do you define and objectively measure fitness? What does a CrossFit workout look like? Do you need to be in shape to start CrossFit? Is CrossFit dangerous? Throughout the episode, Rocky breaks all of this down, discussing CrossFit methodology, the importance of community, and how CrossFit is adaptable to different abilities and can be scaled to meet individuals where they're at on their fitness journey. Tune in to this enlightening episode, as a first of a many in an upcoming mini series where Rocky and other CrossFit guests are going to be regulars on the Seeking Wellness Podcast. If any of this inspires of piques your interest, please reach out to them on their website or through one of their social channels on Instagram, Facebook, or TikTok. *Side note: apologies for the poor audio quality, we were having microphone issues. Should be resolved next episode!* ____________________ Pain or injury holding you back from your normal fitness routine? Tried PT before but didn't have any luck with boring table exercises? Doing the same thing for weeks with minimal to no progress? Not here. At Invictus Rx, we believe in not just getting you back to your pre-injured state, but building up armor around you so that you are incredibly resilient to any future injuries. Learn more on our website or follow us on Facebook or Instagram.

  7. 03/06/2023

    Ep 17 | Relief, Hope, and Sex Therapy with Susannah Pipkin of Olive Branch Counseling

    In this episode, we have a fun conversation, continuing in the mental health realm, but in a little bit different niche. I get the joy of speaking with Susannah Pipkin of Olive Branch Counseling. Susannah is a LCSW and also a PhD candidate who has a primary interest in sex therapy and how it can strengthen and foster better relationships.  We talk about: What is sex therapy and what are some common misconceptions about it? What kind of people or couples benefit from sex therapy? Strategies for connection and why you might want to see a counselor, even if things are "okay."  Susannah is a big advocate for education and learning and wanted to provide a few resources for people that might be interested in exploring more what sex therapy is about but aren't quite ready to take the leap yet.  Come As You Are by Emily Nagoski Religious Specific Podcasts (LDS) Dr. Anthony Hughes Dr. Chelom Leavitt Tammy Hill For Jewish Listeners The Joy of Text For Christians Kingdom Sexuality Non Religious Sex Therapists/List of Sexuality Podcasts https://www.optimalsexualexperiences.com/ go to PODCASTS tab Local Providers Dr. Jacob Curtis Dr. Matthew Larsen Dr. Cameron Staley If you're interested in learning more about Susannah and her practice, you can check out her website, follow her on Instagram, or email her at susannah@olivebranchcounselingidaho.com  ____________________ Pain or injury holding you back from your normal fitness routine? Tried PT before but didn't have any luck with boring table exercises? Doing the same thing for weeks with minimal to no progress? Not here. At Invictus Rx, we believe in not just getting you back to your pre-injured state, but building up armor around you so that you are incredibly resilient to any future injuries. Learn more on our website or follow us on Facebook or Instagram.

    Ep 17 | Relief, Hope, and Sex Therapy with Susannah Pipkin of Olive Branch Counseling

  8. 02/07/2023

    Ep 16 | Everyone Can Benefit from Counseling with Kelly Jianas of Compassion Counseling

    In this episode, we dive into the mental health realm and explore another sector of the therapy world! I get the pleasure of chatting with Kelly Jianas of Compassion Counseling PLLC. Kelly is a licensed marriage and family therapist that is able to relate to patients on both a personal and professional level which helps her empathize with a wide variety of people. We answer: What is EMDR and how can it help your trauma? What is CBT and how can it help you change your persistent, negative thoughts? What is Christian counseling and how can it help you in your faith journey? Listen in to find out how you might benefit from seeing a counselor! Get in touch with Kelly on her website Or follow her on Facebook and Instagram to learn more! -------------------- Pain or injury holding you back from your normal fitness routine? Tried PT before but didn't have any luck with boring table exercises? Doing the same thing for weeks with minimal to no progress? Not here. At Invictus Rx, we believe in not just getting you back to your pre-injured state, but building up armor around you so that you are incredibly resilient to any future injuries. We empower people to take back control of their health by guiding them through a fitness-forward journey that builds upon existing exercise routines and promotes overall health while alleviating pain and the need for costly surgery. Interested in working with us? Learn more on our website, or follow us on Facebook or Instagram. Or feel free to call or text 208-504-1895 to see if we're a good fit to help you.

    Ep 16 | Everyone Can Benefit from Counseling with Kelly Jianas of Compassion Counseling
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What your doctor didn't have time to explain. Seven-minute appointments don't leave room for the real conversation. Seeking Wellness is Dr. Jeff Denning — a physical therapist in Idaho Falls — sitting down with the doctors, coaches, and practitioners around Southeast Idaho for the version you don't get in the exam room. Pain that keeps coming back. Training as you age. Golf. Direct primary care. Getting honest care in a system that isn't built for it. No jargon, no fear-mongering, no miracle cures — just what works, why it works, and what to do Monday morning. New episodes from Invictus Rx.

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