Join Jessica as she delves into the complex world of alcohol consumption and how it effects our health. In this episode, she explores the science, health implications and personal choices that shape our relationship with alcohol. Jessica covers the nuance around the decision to include alcohol in your life and what factors you may want to consider when making that choice. She also shares her personal journey with alcohol and where she currently lands when it comes to alcohol in her own life. This episode provides thoughtful insights and practical advice to help you navigate alcohol and your own health. Tune in to discover how you can make informed decisions that align with your lifestyle and health goals. Resources mentioned in this episode: ⚫︎ Jessica’s website, resources, services & more:http://www.jessicavalantpilates.com ⚫︎ Jessica’s UNLIMITED community and app with daily workouts for muscle strength:http://www.jessicavalantpilates.com/unlimited ⚫︎Watch our podcast episodes on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/@meetyourbodypodcast  ⚫︎ YouTube workouts: https://www.youtube.com/c/JessicaValantPilates  ⚫︎ Follow Jessica on Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/jessicavalantpilates Jessica Valant and Jessica Valant Pilates, LLC, recommend you consult with a physician before starting any new exercise program. The information given here is not meant to treat or diagnose any medical condition.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this conversation, Jessica Valant and Dr. Nidhi Sharma, physical therapist, delve into the intricacies of pelvic floor health, exercise and postpartum care for women. You'll learn: ⚫︎ The personal experience that led Nidhi to specialize in women's health ⚫︎ The importance of strength in the postpartum period ⚫︎ How to create a sustainable exercise plan with pelvic floor dysfunction ⚫︎ Common myths around exercise and pelvic floor health, including why you can and should do squats even with pelvic floor issues Join us for this extremely empowering and informational discussion around pelvic floor health and exercise. Dr. Nidhi Sharma is a pelvic health physical therapist with over 15 years of experience in helping people recover from injuries and regain function. She is double board certified in orthopedics and pelvic health through the American Physical Therapy Association. Her passion is to help women overcome pelvic health challenges in pregnancy, post-partum and beyond. Her goal for her patients is for them to understand their body and take ownership of their health. When not treating patients, she'll often be found speaking at local support groups and community events, or teaching in childbirth education classes to raise awareness about pelvic health. She is also involved in teaching physical therapists and fitness professionals in the specialty of pelvic health. Resources mentioned in this episode: ⚫︎ Dr. Nidhi Sharma on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pelvicharmony.pt/ ⚫︎ Free prolapse resource guide: https://jessicavalant.com/prolapse-safe-exercise-program ⚫︎ Four Week Prolapse Workout Plan: https://payhip.com/b/04F6H ⚫︎ Prolapse podcast series: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/meet-your-body/id1649561552?i=1000627755982 ⚫︎ Jessica’s website, resources, services & more:http://www.jessicavalantpilates.com ⚫︎ Jessica’s UNLIMITED community and app with daily workouts for muscle strength:http://www.jessicavalantpilates.com/unlimited ⚫︎Watch our podcast episodes on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/@meetyourbodypodcast  ⚫︎ YouTube workouts: https://www.youtube.com/c/JessicaValantPilates  ⚫︎ Follow Jessica on Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/jessicavalantpilates Chapters00:00 Introduction to Pelvic Floor Health02:37 Nidhi's Journey into Pelvic Health05:31 Understanding Pelvic Floor and Pain Connections08:29 Pelvic Floor Dysfunction: Weakness vs. Tightness10:53 Symptoms of Pelvic Floor Dysfunction13:56 Movement and Pelvic Floor Health18:14 Philosophy of Safe Movement with Dysfunction21:23 Empowering Movement: Overcoming Fears in Health22:38 Gradual Exposure: The Key to Strength and Resilience23:26 Squats and Pelvic Floor Dysfunction: Finding the Right Approach27:03 Running: Earning Your Stride33:06 The Importance of Weight Lifting for Everyone36:53 Movement as Medicine: The Fallacy of Waiting for Pain to Disappear Jessica Valant and Jessica Valant Pilates, LLC, recommend you consult with a physician before starting any new exercise program. The information given here is not meant to treat or diagnose any medical condition. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Jessica shares her personal journey with pelvic floor health, focusing on her experience with prolapse, the impact of pregnancy and childbirth, and the importance of seeking professional help. She discusses her surgery, recovery, and the ongoing management of her pelvic floor health six years after surgical repair. Jessica emphasizes the need for empowerment through movement and exercise, encouraging listeners not to let fear dictate their physical activity. This episode is for anyone dealing with pelvic floor dysfunction. It will offer a glimpse into the story of someone who has been there and will also give actionable steps to take in order to feel comfortable in your body. Resources mentioned in this episode: ⚫︎ Free prolapse resource guide: https://jessicavalant.com/prolapse-safe-exercise-program ⚫︎ Four Week Prolapse Workout Plan: https://payhip.com/b/04F6H ⚫︎ Prolapse podcast series: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/meet-your-body/id1649561552?i=1000627755982 ⚫︎ Jessica’s website, resources, services & more:http://www.jessicavalantpilates.com ⚫︎ Jessica’s UNLIMITED community and app with daily workouts for muscle strength:http://www.jessicavalantpilates.com/unlimited ⚫︎Watch our podcast episodes on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/@meetyourbodypodcast  ⚫︎ YouTube workouts: https://www.youtube.com/c/JessicaValantPilates  ⚫︎ Follow Jessica on Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/jessicavalantpilates Chapters00:00 Introduction to Pelvic Floor Health01:27 Jessica's Personal Journey with Prolapse05:20 Understanding Prolapse and Its Impact10:25 Seeking Professional Help: Urogynecologist Insights11:51 Surgical Options and Recovery15:50 Life After Surgery: Managing Pelvic Floor Health20:01 Empowerment Through Movement and Exercise Jessica Valant and Jessica Valant Pilates, LLC, recommend you consult with a physician before starting any new exercise program. The information given here is not meant to treat or diagnose any medical condition. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Meet Your Body, Jessica discusses the importance of nourishing your nervous system for overall health. She shares her personal journey with chronic stress and burnout and how taking intentional steps towards regulating and healing her nervous system was an essential piece for her overall health. This conversation delves into the science of the stress response, why we feel increased anxiety as our hormones change, the impact of lifestyle choices, and actionable strategies to create a balanced and nourishing environment for the nervous system. Resources mentioned in this episode: ⚫︎ Sign up for the free seven day nourish program starting November 3rd: https://jessicavalant.com/seven-day-nourish-program ⚫︎ Jessica's chronic stress story podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/meet-your-body/id1649561552?i=1000622418858 ⚫︎ Vagus nerve massage: https://youtu.be/oJh79kcR5Tg ⚫︎ Jessica’s website, resources, services & more:http://www.jessicavalantpilates.com ⚫︎ Jessica’s UNLIMITED community and app with daily workouts for muscle strength:http://www.jessicavalantpilates.com/unlimited ⚫︎Watch our podcast episodes on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/@meetyourbodypodcast  ⚫︎ YouTube workouts: https://www.youtube.com/c/JessicaValantPilates  ⚫︎ Follow Jessica on Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/jessicavalantpilates Chapters 00:00 Nourishing the Nervous System: An Introduction 01:18 Personal Journey: From Chronic Stress to Awareness 07:21 Understanding the HPA Axis and Stress Response 18:20 The Impact of Chronic Stress and Hormonal Changes 22:14 Practical Strategies for Nourishing Your Nervous System Jessica Valant and Jessica Valant Pilates, LLC, recommend you consult with a physician before starting any new exercise program. The information given here is not meant to treat or diagnose any medical condition. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We are living in a heavy time. Isolation and loneliness are commonplace. We feel like the weight of the world is on our shoulders. We long for community yet don't always see a way to find it amidst the hardship and vitriol coming at us from all sides. Today's guest is here to offer us insights, steps and hope when it comes to letting ourselves feel the discomfort of our feelings while also embracing the need for community in our lives. Shannan Martin and Jessica discuss: ⚫︎ The importance of feeling awkward when it comes to making connections ⚫︎ How to connect to your real life neighbors (even the ones you don't agree with) ⚫︎ Why counterweights are vital in order to survive the world right now ⚫︎ Holding multiple feelings at once   This is a powerful conversation for anyone who desires to feel more grounded and connected wherever they are in the world right now. Shannan Martin, best-selling author of Start with Hello, The Ministry of Ordinary Places, and the popular Substack, The Soup, is a voracious reader, a wannabe-gardener, a news-geek, a justice-fighter, and a thrift store-stalker. She and her family live as grateful neighbors in Goshen, Indiana, where Shannan is on staff at the local community kitchen. Her forthcoming book, Counterweights: An Essential Practice for Holding Hope in a Heavy World, releases in Spring of 2026. Resources mentioned in this episode: ⚫︎ Shannan Martin substack: https://shannanmartin.substack.com/ ⚫︎ Order Counterweights here ⚫︎ Shannan on Instagram: www.instagram.com/shannanwrites ⚫︎ Jessica’s website, resources, services & more:http://www.jessicavalantpilates.com ⚫︎ Jessica’s UNLIMITED community and app with daily workouts for muscle strength:http://www.jessicavalantpilates.com/unlimited ⚫︎Watch our podcast episodes on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/@meetyourbodypodcast  ⚫︎ YouTube workouts: https://www.youtube.com/c/JessicaValantPilates  ⚫︎ Follow Jessica on Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/jessicavalantpilatesJessica Valant Pilates app:Apple IOS - https://tinyurl.com/mry5ya8rGoogle - https://tinyurl.com/yh3ty5fp Jessica Valant and Jessica Valant Pilates, LLC, recommend you consult with a physician before starting any new exercise program. The information given here is not meant to treat or diagnose any medical condition. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Isolation and loneliness is truly a health epidemic in our society, yet it can feel extremely difficult and intimidating to make friends as an adult. In today's podcast episode, Jessica unpacks the mental shifts that need to occur in order to feel connected to others, as well as practical tips to help keep current friends and make new friends in our adult years. Community and friendship are both vital pieces to our longterm health and emotional vibrancy, and this episode will help both introverts and extroverts discover ways to connect with others through midlife and beyond! Resources mentioned in this episode: ⚫︎ Jessica’s website, resources, services & more:http://www.jessicavalantpilates.com ⚫︎ Jessica’s UNLIMITED community and app with daily workouts for muscle strength:http://www.jessicavalantpilates.com/unlimited ⚫︎Watch our podcast episodes on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/@meetyourbodypodcast  ⚫︎ YouTube workouts: https://www.youtube.com/c/JessicaValantPilates  ⚫︎ Follow Jessica on Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/jessicavalantpilates Jessica Valant and Jessica Valant Pilates, LLC, recommend you consult with a physician before starting any new exercise program. The information given here is not meant to treat or diagnose any medical condition. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Supplements can be an important part of a complete healthcare routine, but it can be hard to decide the best vitamins and supplements for yourself when the information available feels overwhelming. In today's episode of Meet Your Body, Jessica explains the supplement regimen she's currently using in her own life. She discusses why she has personally decided to take things such as creatine, Vitamin D and more, as well as the science behind each one.  As opposed to getting another checklist of supplements to add to your cabinet, this episode offers a behind the scenes look at why and how Jessica - as a health care professional and also a perimenopausal woman hoping to age well - has chosen the supplements she takes daily. Resources mentioned in this episode: ⚫︎ Creatine: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0013OSNWE/?tag=jessicavala03-20 ⚫︎ BCAA's: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01FHUIPQ8/?tag=jessicavala03-20 ⚫︎ Night Caps for Sleep (use code JESSICAV for 15% off): https://curednutrition.com/discount/Jessicav?redirect=%2Fcollections%2Fall  ⚫︎ Better Sleep Tips podcast episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/meet-your-body/id1649561552?i=1000700931343 ⚫︎ My Experience with Chronic Stress podcast episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/meet-your-body/id1649561552?i=1000622418858 ⚫︎ Jessica’s website, resources, services & more:http://www.jessicavalantpilates.com ⚫︎ Jessica’s UNLIMITED community and app with daily workouts for muscle strength:http://www.jessicavalantpilates.com/unlimited ⚫︎Watch our podcast episodes on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/@meetyourbodypodcast  ⚫︎ YouTube workouts: https://www.youtube.com/c/JessicaValantPilates  ⚫︎ Follow Jessica on Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/jessicavalantpilatesJessica Valant Pilates app:Apple IOS - https://tinyurl.com/mry5ya8rGoogle - https://tinyurl.com/yh3ty5fp Jessica Valant and Jessica Valant Pilates, LLC, recommend you consult with a physician before starting any new exercise program. The information given here is not meant to treat or diagnose any medical condition. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As a breast cancer survivor, Jessica knows firsthand how important the support of  community is during the time of diagnosis and treatment. She often gets asked what someone can do to support a loved one who has been diagnosed with breast cancer. In this episode of Meet Your Body, Jessica gives you specific and practical ideas for how to help and show love to someone in your life diagnosed with breast cancer or undergoing a mastectomy. Resources mentioned in this episode: ⚫︎ Free Breast Cancer Resource Guide:                               https://jessicavalant.com/breast-cancer-guide ⚫︎ Hope Chest Sweatshirt: https://www.hopechestcharity.org ⚫︎ Podcast episode about how to be an advocate for others: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/meet-your-body/id1649561552?i=1000611605444 ⚫︎ Jessica’s website, resources, services & more:http://www.jessicavalantpilates.com ⚫︎ Jessica’s UNLIMITED community and app with daily workouts for muscle strength:http://www.jessicavalantpilates.com/unlimited ⚫︎Watch our podcast episodes on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/@meetyourbodypodcast  ⚫︎ YouTube workouts: https://www.youtube.com/c/JessicaValantPilates  ⚫︎ Follow Jessica on Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/jessicavalantpilatesJessica Valant Pilates app:Apple IOS - https://tinyurl.com/mry5ya8rGoogle - https://tinyurl.com/yh3ty5fp Jessica Valant and Jessica Valant Pilates, LLC, recommend you consult with a physician before starting any new exercise program. The information given here is not meant to treat or diagnose any medical condition. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We are living in a time of vast amounts of health information, expert opinions and influencer experience. While it's great to have access to so much technology and health information, it can also feel extremely overwhelming. We can easily become confused about what new things to try, how to include them in our own lives and who to trust.  In today's episode, Jessica talks about how to deal with the overwhelm you may feel when it comes to making health and wellness choices for yourself. She'll discuss: ⚫︎ The two mindset shifts you have to make in order to avoid overwhelm ⚫︎ The simple tool to help you move past stress and into action ⚫︎ How to prioritize choices in a way that works for you and your body This conversation will help you take the power back when it comes to making the best health choices for you and your body! Resources mentioned in this episode: ⚫︎ Jessica’s website, resources, services & more:http://www.jessicavalantpilates.com ⚫︎ Jessica’s UNLIMITED community and app with daily workouts for muscle strength:http://www.jessicavalantpilates.com/unlimited ⚫︎Watch our podcast episodes on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/@meetyourbodypodcast  ⚫︎ YouTube workouts: https://www.youtube.com/c/JessicaValantPilates  ⚫︎ Follow Jessica on Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/jessicavalantpilatesJessica Valant Pilates app:Apple IOS - https://tinyurl.com/mry5ya8rGoogle - https://tinyurl.com/yh3ty5fp Jessica Valant and Jessica Valant Pilates, LLC, recommend you consult with a physician before starting any new exercise program. The information given here is not meant to treat or diagnose any medical condition. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Having surgery can be a major life event. If it's something you need to go through at any point, it's important to know how to prepare so you can set yourself up for the best possible outcomes.In today's episode, Jessica talks you through nine specific things to help you prepare for any major surgery. These include the importance of asking questions of your doctors, moving your body prior to surgery, knowing what you'll need when you get home from the hospital and more.Jessica draws on her experience as a physical therapist, as well as her personal journey with four previous major surgeries. At the time of this recording, Jessica herself is preparing for another surgery and will be taking her own advice to heart.These tips and steps are invaluable for anyone preparing for their own surgery! This replay of one of our most popular episodes is one you'll want to save and keep for yourself or a loved one in the future. Resources mentioned in this episode: ⚫︎ Jessica’s website, resources, services & more:http://www.jessicavalantpilates.com ⚫︎ Jessica’s UNLIMITED community and app with daily workouts for muscle strength:http://www.jessicavalantpilates.com/unlimited ⚫︎Watch our podcast episodes on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/@meetyourbodypodcast  ⚫︎ YouTube workouts: https://www.youtube.com/c/JessicaValantPilates  ⚫︎ Follow Jessica on Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/jessicavalantpilatesJessica Valant Pilates app:Apple IOS - https://tinyurl.com/mry5ya8rGoogle - https://tinyurl.com/yh3ty5fp Jessica Valant and Jessica Valant Pilates, LLC, recommend you consult with a physician before starting any new exercise program. The information given here is not meant to treat or diagnose any medical condition. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It is estimated that over 10 million Americans have been diagnosed with osteoporosis. Despite how common this condition is, there isn't typically very clear guidelines about how to exercise with osteoporosis. This is where our guest today comes in! In this extremely important interview, Jessica talks to Rebekah Rotstein about: ⚫︎ How she was diagnosed in her late twenties with osteoporosis ⚫︎ When you should advocate for getting your first bone scan ⚫︎ Why thinking about osteoporosis prevention as early as your thirties is important  ⚫︎ How to continue exercising after a diagnosis of osteoporosis  ⚫︎ Why lifting weights is so important  This is a must listen for any woman wanting to feel empowered in her body and keep her bones healthy in midlife and beyond! Rebekah Rotstein is the founder of the Buff Bones® exercise method for bone and joint health with virtual coaching, online programming, and live classes, with trained instructors in more than 30 countries. She’s taught courses at locations like Johns Hopkins Rehabilitation Network and oversees a free public education webinar series with UCLA Health as the health sponsor. Rebekah is an industry leader for movement education, bone health, and Pilates for more than 20 years, with a background in dance and sports medicine. She has contributed to several books including the Myths of Menopause and serves on committees including with the Bone Health and Osteoporosis Foundation and the Medical Advisory Committee of the National Menopause Foundation. Resources mentioned in this episode: ⚫︎ Buff Bones website : www.buff-bones.com ⚫︎ Rebekah on Instagram: www.instagram.com/gotbuffbones/ ⚫︎ Jessica’s website, resources, services & more:http://www.jessicavalantpilates.com ⚫︎ Jessica’s UNLIMITED community and app with daily workouts for muscle strength:http://www.jessicavalantpilates.com/unlimited ⚫︎Watch our podcast episodes on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/@meetyourbodypodcast  ⚫︎ YouTube workouts: https://www.youtube.com/c/JessicaValantPilates  ⚫︎ Follow Jessica on Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/jessicavalantpilatesJessica Valant Pilates app:Apple IOS - https://tinyurl.com/mry5ya8rGoogle - https://tinyurl.com/yh3ty5fp Jessica Valant and Jessica Valant Pilates, LLC, recommend you consult with a physician before starting any new exercise program. The information given here is not meant to treat or diagnose any medical condition. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What if everything you've done in the past has led to who you are right now? What if the dreams you once had don't quite fit in with where you are in life right now? And what if all of that feels exactly right? Our guest today knows firsthand how life can throw unexpected things your way. From when she quit her job live in front of 10,000 people, to adopting three beautiful girls, to her unexpected divorce, to becoming pregnant at the age of 40 with the love of her life, Nicole Walters has seen a lot. She has approached it all with her signature blend of determination, grace and grit, leading her to know that - ultimately - "nothing is missing". In today's episode, Nicole talks about learning to appreciate her body and all the changes that come from a pregnancy and postpartum life at the age of 40. She discusses putting self-advocacy into practice during the birth of her youngest and how her ideas around a full life have shifted slightly during this time, but remain true to who she is. This is a powerful episode for all women looking for support and encouragement in whatever phase of life they are in. Nicole Walters is a NY Times Bestselling author (Nothing Is Missing), NAACP Award nominee, and an entrepreneur. Walters gained popularity when she quit her job as an executive for a Fortune 500 company live online in front of 10,000 people, took what she knew, and built her own multi-million-dollar business empire. Nicole is passionate about teaching her community of aspiring entrepreneurs and "internet besties" how to own their power and transform their passions into purpose through her company, Inherit Learning.  Through her weekly podcast with Dear Media, Tell Me More, her live events, and her signature unfiltered and down-to-earth social media content, Nicole shares actionable insights and encourages bold living. She is the proud mother of four daughters, affectionately known as her "Tinies," and lives happily in LA with her husband, Alex. Resources mentioned in this episode: ⚫︎ Nicole's website: http://www.nicolewaters.com ⚫︎ Nicole on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nicolewalters/ ⚫︎ Nicole's podcast Tell Me More: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tell-me-more-with-nicole-walters/id1447675033 ⚫︎ Jessica’s website, resources, services & more:http://www.jessicavalantpilates.com ⚫︎ Jessica’s UNLIMITED community and app with daily workouts for muscle strength:http://www.jessicavalantpilates.com/unlimited ⚫︎Watch our podcast episodes on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/@meetyourbodypodcast  ⚫︎ YouTube workouts: https://www.youtube.com/c/JessicaValantPilates  ⚫︎ Follow Jessica on Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/jessicavalantpilatesJessica Valant Pilates app:Apple IOS - https://tinyurl.com/mry5ya8rGoogle - https://tinyurl.com/yh3ty5fp Jessica Valant and Jessica Valant Pilates, LLC, recommend you consult with a physician before starting any new exercise program. The information given here is not meant to treat or diagnose any medical condition. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You probably know the building muscle helps with overall strength and bone health. But did you know there is a long list of not as well known benefits of having more muscle mass? In today's episode, Jessica lays out the hidden benefits of building muscle and gaining muscle strength. You'll learn the science and physiology behind how more muscle can actually help you live a longer, happier and more vital life! For more everyday workouts, encouragement and direction, join Jessica's Four Week Muscle Strength Program in UNLIMITED that starts September 1st! Link to join is below. Resources mentioned in this episode: ⚫︎ Four Week Muscle Strength Program Sign Up http://www.jessicavalant.com/unlimited ⚫︎ Jessica’s website, resources, services & more:http://www.jessicavalantpilates.com ⚫︎ Jessica’s UNLIMITED community and app with daily workouts for muscle strength:http://www.jessicavalantpilates.com/unlimited ⚫︎Watch our podcast episodes on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/@meetyourbodypodcast  ⚫︎ YouTube workouts: https://www.youtube.com/c/JessicaValantPilates  ⚫︎ Follow Jessica on Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/jessicavalantpilatesJessica Valant Pilates app:Apple IOS - https://tinyurl.com/mry5ya8rGoogle - https://tinyurl.com/yh3ty5fp Jessica Valant and Jessica Valant Pilates, LLC, recommend you consult with a physician before starting any new exercise program. The information given here is not meant to treat or diagnose any medical condition. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In today's episode of Meet Your Body, Jessica talks through the details about the workout plan she is currently following in her own life. While you may see snippets through her YouTube videos and Instagram posts, in this episode you'll get the full breakdown on what workouts Jessica is doing each week to keep her body strong and healthy as a perimenopausal woman.  For more everyday workouts, encouragement and direction, join Jessica's Four Week Muscle Strength Program in UNLIMITED that starts September 1st! Link to join is below. Resources mentioned in this episode: ⚫︎ Four Week Muscle Strength Program Sign Up http://www.jessicavalant.com/unlimited ⚫︎ Jessica’s website, resources, services & more:http://www.jessicavalantpilates.com ⚫︎ Jessica’s UNLIMITED community and app with daily workouts for muscle strength:http://www.jessicavalantpilates.com/unlimited ⚫︎Watch our podcast episodes on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/@meetyourbodypodcast  ⚫︎ YouTube workouts: https://www.youtube.com/c/JessicaValantPilates  ⚫︎ Follow Jessica on Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/jessicavalantpilatesJessica Valant Pilates app:Apple IOS - https://tinyurl.com/mry5ya8rGoogle - https://tinyurl.com/yh3ty5fp Jessica Valant and Jessica Valant Pilates, LLC, recommend you consult with a physician before starting any new exercise program. The information given here is not meant to treat or diagnose any medical condition. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The amount of choices and decisions we make around our health every day can feel overwhelming. Between when and how to workout, when and what to eat, getting your steps in, improving sleep, decreasing stress, deciding about HRT and more, it can feel hard to even start taking steps to improve our health. In today's episode, Jessica discusses the five things she is focusing on specifically right now for her health. She also explains how too many choices and options can actually paralyze us from taking action, and how focusing on a few things at once is a powerful and effective course of action for reaching your goals. Jessica pulls back the curtain on her own health goals and plans in this 100th episode of Meet Your Body!  Resources mentioned in this episode: ⚫︎ Better Sleep Tips podcast episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/meet-your-body/id1649561552?i=1000700931343 ⚫︎ My Experience with Chronic Stress podcast episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/meet-your-body/id1649561552?i=1000622418858 ⚫︎ Jessica’s website, resources, services & more:http://www.jessicavalantpilates.com ⚫︎ Jessica’s UNLIMITED community and app with daily workouts for muscle strength:http://www.jessicavalantpilates.com/unlimited ⚫︎Watch our podcast episodes on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/@meetyourbodypodcast  ⚫︎ YouTube workouts: https://www.youtube.com/c/JessicaValantPilates  ⚫︎ Follow Jessica on Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/jessicavalantpilatesJessica Valant Pilates app:Apple IOS - https://tinyurl.com/mry5ya8rGoogle - https://tinyurl.com/yh3ty5fp Jessica Valant and Jessica Valant Pilates, LLC, recommend you consult with a physician before starting any new exercise program. The information given here is not meant to treat or diagnose any medical condition. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Eleanor Beaton is a woman business owner and busy mom of two. She leads women around the world in how to scale and grow their own businesses to millions of dollars of revenue per year. She also recently dedicated herself to a consistent weight lifting program and protocol and is reaping the rewards of feeling stronger than ever as a woman in her 40's.  In this powerful interview, Jessica and Eleanor discuss Eleanor's decision to recommit to a new fitness program and the exact steps she took to make it work in her busy life. You'll learn the early influence in Eleanor's life that taught her to prioritize her own health and how she views challenges as a path towards growth. This is an inspirational interview with a woman who is putting in the work and walking the walk of showing up for herself, her health, her family and her community on a daily basis. Eleanor Beaton is the founder of Safi Media, a coaching and education company dedicated to doubling the number of women founders who sustainably scale to $1M+ by 2030, and the host of the Woman Owned podcast, now ranked in the top 0.5% of all podcasts globally, providing insights and strategies to empower women entrepreneurs.  Since 2016, Eleanor has provided training to over 25,000 women entrepreneurs worldwide. A former chair of the Visiting Women’s Executive Exchange Program at the Yale School of Management, Eleanor has won national awards for her achievements in entrepreneurship, leadership development and business journalism. She lives in Nova Scotia with her husband and two sons. Resources mentioned in this episode: ⚫︎ Eleanor's website: https://safimedia.co/ ⚫︎ Eleanor on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eleanorbeaton/ ⚫︎ Eleanor's podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/woman-owned-the-growth-podcast-for-women-entrepreneurs/id1102833537 ⚫︎ Jessica’s website, resources, services & more:http://www.jessicavalantpilates.com ⚫︎ Jessica’s UNLIMITED community and app with daily workouts for muscle strength:http://www.jessicavalantpilates.com/unlimited ⚫︎Watch our podcast episodes on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/@meetyourbodypodcast  ⚫︎ YouTube workouts: https://www.youtube.com/c/JessicaValantPilates  ⚫︎ Follow Jessica on Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/jessicavalantpilatesJessica Valant Pilates app:Apple IOS - https://tinyurl.com/mry5ya8rGoogle - https://tinyurl.com/yh3ty5fp Jessica Valant and Jessica Valant Pilates, LLC, recommend you consult with a physician before starting any new exercise program. The information given here is not meant to treat or diagnose any medical condition. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Lifting weights is one of the most important things you can do for your health. Yet it can be hard to know where to start when you are a beginner! In today's episode of Meet Your Body, Jessica talks about how you can start lifting weights and strength training. You'll learn: - The amazing benefits of lifting weights - How long and often each session should be - How to plan your legs days, arm days and full body days - The different types of resistance training And more! You'll walk away with an easy to follow plan for incorporating weights into your own life. Resources mentioned in this episode: ⚫︎ 20 Minute Full Body Dumbbell Workout at Home: https://youtu.be/EjT1xAPKPmU ⚫︎ Home dumbbell set: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B093RQ6YW8/?tag=jessicavala03-20 ⚫︎ Jessica’s website, resources, services & more:http://www.jessicavalantpilates.com ⚫︎ Jessica’s UNLIMITED community and app with daily workouts for muscle strength:http://www.jessicavalantpilates.com/unlimited ⚫︎Watch our podcast episodes on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/@meetyourbodypodcast  ⚫︎ YouTube workouts: https://www.youtube.com/c/JessicaValantPilates  ⚫︎ Follow Jessica on Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/jessicavalantpilatesJessica Valant Pilates app:Apple IOS - https://tinyurl.com/mry5ya8rGoogle - https://tinyurl.com/yh3ty5fp Jessica Valant and Jessica Valant Pilates, LLC, recommend you consult with a physician before starting any new exercise program. The information given here is not meant to treat or diagnose any medical condition. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today's guest is a prime example of how you can take a personal passion and turn it into a dream career. Lauren Moore is the founder of Book Huddle, an online community of over 400k readers that helps people connect through book recommendations, book clubs and in person retreats. But before becoming the queen of books online, Lauren worked with clients in brand marketing and strategy. In today's episode Jessica and Lauren talk about: - How a single TikTok post launched Lauren from talking about books as a hobby to books as a full-time job - How Jessica and Lauren both deal with online criticism and imposter syndrome - The life of a recovering people pleaser - The strategies Lauren uses as a self-confessed workaholic to give herself much needed self-care - Some of her current book recommendations! This is an honest and fun conversation all about the realities of online careers, passion projects, community and more.  Lauren Moore is the founder of Book Huddle, a community of 400k readers that helps people find new books and new friends through book recommendations, a virtual book club, and reading retreats that sell out in minutes. Her work has been featured in The Wall Street Journal, The Toronto Star, BuzzFeed, and The Washington Post. Before launching Book Huddle, Lauren spent over a decade as a content strategist, helping more than 350 brands grow by 12 million followers combined. Her brand experience includes MTV, Campbell's, VCA Animal Hospitals, Subaru, Ivy Fertility, a Shark on Shark Tank, and members of Barack Obama's White House staff. She is currently writing her debut fantasy novel. Resources: ⚫︎ Book Huddle book club - use code JESSICA10 for $10 off a membership! http://bookhuddle.com/book-huddle-club ⚫︎ Book Huddle on Instagram: http://instagram.com/bookhuddle ⚫︎ Jessica’s website, resources, services & more:http://www.jessicavalantpilates.com ⚫︎ Jessica’s UNLIMITED community and app with daily workouts for muscle strength:http://www.jessicavalantpilates.com/unlimited ⚫︎Watch our podcast episodes on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/@meetyourbodypodcast  ⚫︎ YouTube workouts: https://www.youtube.com/c/JessicaValantPilates  ⚫︎ Follow Jessica on Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/jessicavalantpilatesJessica Valant Pilates app:Apple IOS - https://tinyurl.com/mry5ya8rGoogle - https://tinyurl.com/yh3ty5fp Jessica Valant and Jessica Valant Pilates, LLC, recommend you consult with a physician before starting any new exercise program. The information given here is not meant to treat or diagnose any medical condition. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We are talking all about books today on Meet Your Body! Jessica nerds out on all things books and hosts an informal "book club" for all listeners, talking about and listing her favorite books over the past three years. She covers genres such as fantasy, mystery, romantic comedy, women's fiction and self-help.  So grab a pen and paper to take notes because this episode is for book lovers everywhere! Resources: ⚫︎ Jessica’s website, resources, services & more:http://www.jessicavalantpilates.com ⚫︎ Jessica’s UNLIMITED community and app with daily workouts for muscle strength:http://www.jessicavalantpilates.com/unlimited ⚫︎Watch our podcast episodes on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/@meetyourbodypodcast  ⚫︎ YouTube workouts: https://www.youtube.com/c/JessicaValantPilates  ⚫︎ Follow Jessica on Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/jessicavalantpilatesJessica Valant Pilates app:Apple IOS - https://tinyurl.com/mry5ya8rGoogle - https://tinyurl.com/yh3ty5fp Jessica Valant and Jessica Valant Pilates, LLC, recommend you consult with a physician before starting any new exercise program. The information given here is not meant to treat or diagnose any medical condition. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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. Red light is a non-invasive treatment that works directly on the mitochondria in the cells, supporting energy production and optimal cellular function. It has shown positive benefits clinically for decades and now red light can easily be used at home as well. In today's episode, Jessica discusses the science behind red light and the benefits of incorporating red light therapy at home. She dives into her own experience using red light over the past two years and why it's become such a vital part of her own health routine.  Listen to discover if red light is right for you! Resources mentioned in this episode: Red Light Sale links to use until July 31, 2025: ⚫︎ Red Light Max Device:  https://boncharge.com/products/max-red-light-device?rfsn=7459856.3ea538 ⚫︎ Red Light Face Mask:  https://boncharge.com/products/red-light-face-mask?rfsn=7459856.3ea538 ⚫︎ Hand Held Red Light Device:  https://boncharge.com/products/mini-red-light_device?rfsn=7459856.3ea538 ⚫︎ Jessica’s website, resources, services & more:http://www.jessicavalantpilates.com ⚫︎ Jessica’s UNLIMITED community and app with daily workouts for muscle strength:http://www.jessicavalantpilates.com/unlimited ⚫︎Watch our podcast episodes on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/@meetyourbodypodcast  ⚫︎ YouTube workouts: https://www.youtube.com/c/JessicaValantPilates  ⚫︎ Follow Jessica on Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/jessicavalantpilatesJessica Valant Pilates app:Apple IOS - https://tinyurl.com/mry5ya8rGoogle - https://tinyurl.com/yh3ty5fp Jessica Valant and Jessica Valant Pilates, LLC, recommend you consult with a physician before starting any new exercise program. The information given here is not meant to treat or diagnose any medical condition. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices