The Optimove Podcast: Providing Solutions For Optimal Human Movement

Dr. Jeffrey R. Guild, Physical Therapist
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Are you struggling with independence with mobility with aging, a neurological diagnosis, or falling? Do you want to exercise like you were younger or train for peak performance with less injuries? Are you a healthcare provider or fitness professional looking for cutting-edge information? This is for you. Your host is Dr. Jeffrey Guild, Physical Therapist and Strength & Conditioning professional. Come on this journey with us as we experience a world that empowers people to strive toward THEIR optimal movement. Subscribe right NOW!

  1. OCT 3

    Be Invincible In Your 70’s & 80’s (Here’s How!)

    Want to feel strong, independent, and unstoppable in your 70s and 80s? 💪What if you could bounce back from illness, injury, or even surgery without losing your freedom? In this video, Dr. Jeffrey Guild, physical therapist, shares the secret to building a “buffer” of strength and resilience, so setbacks don’t knock you down.For over a decade, we’ve worked with clients in their 70s, 80s, and even 90s who are living proof: you can move better, feel younger, and stay independent, no matter your age.✅ Why most people in their 80s lose independence (and how to prevent it)✅ The “mountain” principle: how building capacity now protects you later✅ Real client stories of 84-year-olds squatting 20 lbs and standing up without hands✅ The difference between just “getting by” vs. thriving in your later decades✅ How resilience training protects you from falls, flu, hospital stays, and life’s surprisesThis isn’t about “slowing down”, it’s about taking control of your future health. When you train strength, balance, and mobility the right way, you don’t just live longer… you live better.⸻📌 Next Steps:👉 Share this with someone you care about who wants to stay strong and independent👉 Subscribe for more proven strategies to move better and age stronger👉 Explore our programs: optimovedfw.com/basic-exercises-for-older-adults/#HealthyAging #StrongerAfter70 #LongevityFitness #PhysicalTherapy

    11 min

  2. SEP 18

    How To Prevent Falls

    Falls aren’t just “a part of aging.” Research shows there are 24 different risk factors, and the good news is that most of them can be improved or eliminated. In this video, we break down the myths about balance, strength, and aging, and show you what really works to prevent falls.✅ Why age alone isn’t the cause of falls✅ The 3 most common (but misleading) beliefs about balance problems✅ What 10+ years of systematic reviews and meta-analyses reveal about fall risk✅ The #1 scientifically proven intervention to reduce falls (hint: it’s NOT just core strength)✅ The most effective types of exercise for balance and independence✅ Why exercise outperforms medication, home modifications, and even combined interventions✅ How the vestibular system (your body’s balance network) plays a key role in fall preventionThis isn’t about waiting, resting, or accepting decline; it’s about taking action with practical, research-backed strategies that truly work.If you or a loved one want to stay independent, confident, and safe, this video will give you the tools to start making changes today.

    55 min

  3. JUL 10

    Why The Medical System Gets Vertigo & Dizziness Wrong (And What You Really Need Instead)

    Dizziness, vertigo, and balance problems are more than just inner ear issues - so why does our medical system keep getting it wrong? In this eye-opening episode, vestibular specialist Dr. Jeffrey Guild exposes the fundamental misconception behind how dizziness and vertigo are evaluated, and why so many people are misdiagnosed, over-medicated, or sent down the wrong referral path. 📉 The Problem:Most doctors still treat the vestibular system as just an “inner ear issue,” when it’s actually a complex neurological network - connected to your eyes, brainstem, cerebellum, and even cognition. This misunderstanding leads to missed diagnoses, ineffective medications, unnecessary surgeries, and long-term suffering for patients. ✅ In this episode, you’ll learn: Why the vestibular system is neurological, not just ENT-relatedThe real cause of positional vertigo and how it’s commonly mismanagedHow vestibular disorders affect cognition, memory, and even dementia riskWhen ENT, neurology, or vestibular rehab should be part of your careWhy movement - not medication - is usually the solutionHow to identify a true vestibular rehab specialist (and why one visit may not be enough) 🧠 Whether you're suffering from balance issues, unexplained dizziness, or you're a provider trying to understand vestibular conditions more deeply - this is the video the medical algorithm won’t show you. 🧭 Quick Tips from the Episode: Don’t assume it’s “just the inner ear”Vestibular rehab (not ENT) is often the right first step Be cautious about medications that suppress symptoms without solving the root problemMovement is medicine—especially head and eye movementOne vestibular provider not helping? Seek another. Training varies widely. 💬 Questions, disagreements, or clinical insights? Drop them in the comments - we’re building a smarter community together. 👥 Know someone struggling with dizziness or vertigo? Send this to them now. 🔔 Subscribe for real answers to balance and vestibular health - without the medical runaround. #vertigo #dizziness #vestibularrehab #BPPV #cognition #misdiagnosis #DrJeffreyGuild #vestibularmigraine #balanceproblems #movementismedicine

    25 min

  4. JUN 6

    Want to Look Younger Instantly? Walk Faster - Here’s Why It Works

    Think walking slower keeps you safer as you age? That belief may be aging you - literally!In this episode, Dr. Jeffrey Guild, a specialist in balance and mobility for adults 70+, breaks down why walking faster may be the single most overlooked key to looking younger, walking better, and reducing your fall risk. Counterintuitive? Yes. Backed by science? Absolutely. What You’ll Discover in This Episode:Why walking slower might increase your fall risk, and how your brain plays a roleThe two gait metrics most correlated with aging and instability, and how walking speed changes bothHow fast walking improves balance automatically even if you’ve been told to “be careful”The surprising link between walking speed, confidence, and how youthful you appear to othersWhat to do if walking faster isn’t working when to look for deeper physical causes (like hip weakness or Parkinson’s)Walk into every room with more strength, youth, and presence without adding any new exercise routines.Whether you're noticing a slower gait or want to stay ahead of balance problems, this is actionable insight for real transformation.Watch the full episode and try this one simple tip.Subscribe for weekly myth-busting insights about aging, strength, and fall prevention!Know someone who walks cautiously? Share this with them it could change how they move for life!

    12 min

  5. MAY 13

    The Secret to Aging Better Isn't What You Think...

    Most balance training for older adults is completely missing the mark. Standing on one leg for 30 seconds might look like you’re working on your balance, but it’s not addressing the real issue. In this eye-opening video, vestibular and balance specialist Dr. Jeffrey Guild reveals the number one system responsible for balance as we age: the vestibular system. You’ll learn: • Why standing still isn’t enough • How fast head movements stimulate real balance gains • What most rehab and fitness programs are doing wrong • How to actually train your balance to stay youthful and independent If you’re over 60 and serious about staying active, avoiding falls, and even boosting your brain and cognitive health—this video is essential. 🔔 Subscribe for more expert advice on aging strong, vestibular health, and functional movement.

    19 min

  6. APR 28

    How to Manage Muscle Soreness As You Get Older

    Understanding Muscle Soreness in Older Adults In this episode, Dr. Jeffrey Guild, physical therapist and specialist in vestibular and geriatric care, dives into the important topic of delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS) in the older population. If you’re an older adult starting strength training, or if you’ve experienced muscle soreness and want to know what’s normal, what’s not, and how to build strength safely — this episode is for you! We break down: ✅ What delayed onset muscle soreness really is (and what it isn’t) ✅ Why a certain level of soreness is normal and even essential for building strength ✅ The critical difference between appropriate soreness and dangerous overtraining ✅ How eccentric (lowering) movements in strength training promote muscle gains ✅ Special considerations for strength training over the age of 60, 70, 80, and even 90+ Learn how to optimize your strength training while staying safe, mobile, and independent as you age. 🧠 Movement is life — and strength is a foundation for healthy aging. Tune in now to learn more! 🔔 Don’t forget to subscribe for more episodes focused on helping older adults move better, stay stronger, and live fuller lives.

    15 min

  7. MAR 21

    Get Stronger, Feel Younger: The Science-Backed Way to Reverse Aging!

    Aging is inevitable, but decline isn’t. The secret to staying strong, active, and youthful? Strength training. 💪 Backed by science and proven with our clients—even those in their 80s and 90s—building muscle can help you regain energy, improve balance, and maintain independence as you age. In this video, Dr. Jeffrey Guild, a physical therapist and strength specialist, breaks down: ✅ How strength training slows aging and restores youthfulness ✅ The power of leg strength for mobility and independence ✅ Why posture and muscle balance are key to looking and feeling younger ✅ The hormonal and metabolic benefits of building muscle Discover the simple, effective strategies to move better and age stronger! Watch now and start your journey to a stronger, more youthful you. 🔥

    12 min

  8. MAR 14

    An Unknown Benefit to the Gym

    The Gym’s Best-Kept Secret for Aging Stronger! Most people think the gym is where injuries happen—but it’s actually the safest place to get stronger, prevent injuries, and even reverse aging! Hi, I’m Dr. Jeffrey Guild, Physical Therapist, and I help people move better and feel younger as they age. In this video, I reveal: Why the gym is a controlled environment that protects you from injury. How exercise uncovers hidden weaknesses so you can fix them before they become bigger problems. Take control of your movement today! Like, comment & share! Subscribe for more tips on aging strong!

    14 min
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Are you struggling with independence with mobility with aging, a neurological diagnosis, or falling? Do you want to exercise like you were younger or train for peak performance with less injuries? Are you a healthcare provider or fitness professional looking for cutting-edge information? This is for you. Your host is Dr. Jeffrey Guild, Physical Therapist and Strength & Conditioning professional. Come on this journey with us as we experience a world that empowers people to strive toward THEIR optimal movement. Subscribe right NOW!

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