In this episode of The Body Pod, we sit down with chiropractor and foot/gait expert Dr. Courtney Conley to explore why foot health is the foundation of strength, balance, mobility, and longevity—especially for midlife women. Many women experience chronic pain, plantar fasciitis, poor squat mechanics, and increased fall risk without realizing the feet play a critical role.

We break down how modern footwear, weak feet, loss of sensory input, and overreliance on orthotics can disrupt movement patterns, pelvic stability, hormone regulation, and nervous system function. Dr. Conley explains the powerful connection between the feet, pelvis, core, and brain, and why rebuilding foot strength is essential for aging well, preventing injuries, and maintaining confidence in movement. 

This conversation delivers practical, realistic strategies for improving foot strength and mobility, including footwear choices, toe strength exercises, calf training, balance work, and safe transitions away from orthotics. Whether you’re dealing with foot pain, instability, or want to build a stronger body from the ground up, this episode offers actionable insights to help women move better and stay resilient for decades.

Sarah Rusbatch joins the podcast to share the pivotal moment she reexamined her drinking and transformed her life. She opens up about the pressures of mummy wine culture, the impact of alcohol on midlife hormones, sleep, mental health, relationships, and identity, and why so many women in their 40s and 50s are reevaluating their relationship with alcohol. Sarah offers refreshing honesty and science-backed insights into sober curiosity, alcohol-free living, and the emotional and physical shifts that happen during perimenopause and midlife reinvention.

Listeners will learn how to navigate social circles while cutting back, how to build confidence without relying on wine, and what true freedom, vitality, and well-being can look like on the other side of alcohol.

In this powerful episode, we sit down with Dr. Natalie Crawford, a leading fertility specialist and author of The Fertility Formula, to uncover what every woman needs to know about reproductive health. We break down why infertility rates are rising, how inflammation, stress, poor sleep, and modern lifestyle habits impact fertility, and the essential steps you can take now to protect egg quality, balance hormones, and prepare your body for pregnancy. Dr. Crawford explains the critical role of strength training, nutrition, stress management, and menstrual cycle awareness, as well as why early fertility testing can change your future.

We also dive into the emotional reality of IVF, the lack of fertility education many women face, and the empowerment that comes from truly understanding your body. This conversation offers clear, science-backed strategies for anyone wanting to improve hormonal health, boost natural fertility, or support someone on their fertility journey.

In this women’s health and fitness episode, orthopedic surgeon Dr. Jocelyn Wittstein breaks down how women can protect, strengthen, and maintain joint health through every stage of life. We explore the powerful connection between estrogen, inflammation, bone density, muscle mass, and recovery, especially during perimenopause and menopause. Dr. Wittstein shares expert strategies for training smart for joint longevity, including how to modify workouts for joint pain, improve mobility and flexibility, and build strong bones and resilient muscles with strength and impact training.

We also uncover what the latest science says about collagen supplements, arthritis prevention, and how hormonal changes influence joint stability and injury risk. Whether you’re navigating midlife, recovering from joint pain, or simply want to stay strong, mobile, and active, this episode will help you optimize your training and longevity through smarter, evidence-based strategies.

In this episode of our women’s health and fitness podcast, we sit down with renowned strength and conditioning expert Joel Jamieson to dive deep into longevity, stress management, and smarter training for women over 40. Joel explains how to train smarter, not harder, using science-backed methods that improve VO₂ max, heart rate variability (HRV), and recovery for optimal health.

We discuss how hormonal changes, stress, and lifestyle demands impact fitness in midlife — and how women can balance strength training, cardio, and recovery to boost energy, metabolism, and long-term well-being. Joel also shares actionable tips to build sustainable habits, prevent burnout, and enhance overall longevity through smarter programming and recovery tracking. 

If you’re a woman in your 40s or beyond looking to improve your strength, endurance, and vitality while reducing stress and fatigue, this conversation will help you rethink your approach to training and progress. 

In this episode of The Body Pod, we sit down with Dr. Spencer Nadolsky — The GLP-1 Doc to uncover the truth about GLP-1 medications like Ozempic, Wegovy, and Mounjaro, and what they really mean for women’s health, hormones, and sustainable weight loss.

We dig into the real science behind appetite, metabolism, and obesity, and why weight gain isn’t a failure of willpower but a matter of biology and hormones — especially for women in perimenopause and menopause. Dr. Nadolsky explains the myths around diet culture, Big Pharma, and compounded GLP-1 medications, plus how the medical system often overlooks women struggling with weight, fatigue, and hormonal changes. 

Whether you’re curious about GLP-1 drugs, navigating menopause weight gain, or frustrated by conflicting weight loss advice, this conversation will leave you informed, empowered, and hopeful about your health journey.

In this powerful episode of The Body Pod, host Hailey sits down with Dr. Tom Walters, physical therapist, creator of Rehab Science, and social media educator to over a million followers, to unpack why traditional physical therapy and rehab models often fail—and how to fix them for good. You’ll learn how to heal smarter, not harder, by understanding the science of recovery, strength training, and pain management. Dr. Walters breaks down the insurance-based rehab system, the latest research on tendinopathy, mobility, and load management, and how to build resilience through heavy, slow resistance training. This episode is perfect for anyone struggling with chronic pain, overuse injuries, or midlife fitness plateaus.

We cover:

• Why traditional rehab fails and what evidence-based recovery looks like
• Strength training for pain relief and injury prevention
• Women’s health and midlife fitness strategies
• Psychology of pain — why pain doesn’t always mean injury
• Smart prehab for knees, shoulders, elbows, and feet
• A preview of the upcoming Rehab Science app for guided exercises and mobility tools

Whether you’re a physical therapist, fitness coach, athlete, or someone dealing with pain, you’ll walk away with actionable tools to understand your body, manage pain, and train for lifelong movement and health.

In this episode of The Body Pod, we’re joined by Dr. Kristi DeSapri, founder of Bone and Body Women’s Health, to dive deep into bone health during perimenopause and menopause. Discover why osteoporosis prevention starts earlier than you think, how hormones and family history influence your bone density, and what women over 40 can do to stay strong.

We cover DEXA scans, bone scores, strength training, calcium, vitamin D, and lifestyle tips for optimal bone health. Walk away with practical strategies to support healthy aging, improve posture, and reduce the risk of fractures—so you can feel strong, confident, and active through midlife and beyond.

In this empowering episode of The Body Pod, we sit down with Dr. Jaime Seeman—board-certified OBGYN, athlete, and author of Hard to Kill. Known as Dr. Fit and Fabulous, she shares her powerful journey from Division I athlete to physician, mom of three, and a leading voice in women’s health, hormone balance, and functional medicine. After hitting rock bottom in 2015, Dr. Seeman transformed her life by prioritizing nutrition, strength training, metabolic health, and resilience. She opens up about overcoming burnout, reclaiming her vitality, and building the mindset that led her to compete on The Titan Games with Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson. We explore her “Five Pillars of Being Hard to Kill”—nutrition, exercise, sleep, resilience, and environment—a science-backed framework for improving healthspan, longevity, and mental toughness.

Whether you’re navigating midlife, dealing with hormone shifts, or simply aiming to future-proof your body, Dr. Seeman offers real, actionable advice on strength, recovery, and mindset. Her message is clear: If you don’t make time for wellness, you’ll be forced to make time for illness. Tune in to learn how to get strong, stay strong, and truly become Hard to Kill.

In this eye-opening episode, elite physique coach Brandon DaCruz shares how women can build strength and transform their bodies through evidence-based fitness and holistic coaching. Learn why stress, hormones, metabolism, and sleep matter just as much as training and nutrition. Brandon dives into women’s unique physiological needs, the risks of chronic dieting and low energy availability, and how high-flux and metabolic restoration approaches can promote sustainable fat loss and muscle growth.

Whether you're a fitness coach, athlete, or simply striving for better energy, performance, and hormonal balance, this episode delivers actionable science and real-world results. Discover how smarter training, better recovery, and personalized nutrition create strength that lasts—beyond the scale.

In this powerful Breast Cancer Awareness Month rerun episode, we’re joined once again by renowned breast cancer oncologist Dr. Amy Comander to explore the vital connection between lifestyle medicine and breast cancer prevention, treatment, and survivorship.

Dr. Comander shares expert insights on how nutrition, exercise, stress management, and other evidence-based lifestyle changes can significantly reduce your risk of breast cancer, support recovery, and enhance long-term health outcomes.

Whether you're a patient, survivor, caregiver, or simply looking to take proactive steps toward better health, this episode offers practical, science-backed strategies for early detection, cancer prevention, and overall wellness. Tune in now to empower yourself with life-changing knowledge and actionable steps from one of the field’s leading voices.

In this episode of The Body Pod, we talk with Dr. John Rusin, renowned doctor of physical therapy, performance coach, and creator of the Pain-Free Performance Training System (PPSC). With nearly 20 years of experience working with professional athletes, Olympians, and everyday clients, Dr. Rusin shares how to train for longevity, strength, and injury prevention — without sacrificing performance.

We explore his six pillars of physical fitness: prehab, mobility, power, strength, hypertrophy, cardio, and athleticism, and how they form a foundation for sustainable fitness and pain-free movement at any age. Discover how to train like an athlete — even if you're not one — and learn practical strategies to build resilient joints, bulletproof your body, and stay strong for life. Whether you're a coach, trainer, athlete, or someone looking to move better and feel better, this episode delivers expert insights on functional training, injury prevention, and fitness longevity — all without the burnout or breakdown.

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In this must-listen episode of The Body Pod, Dr. Lisa Moore — physical therapist, educator, and founder of Brick House Bones — reveals science-backed strategies to strengthen bones and thrive in midlife. Learn the truth about osteoporosis vs. osteopenia, how to use her 4x4 strength training method, and why bone health is crucial for women over 40.

From fracture prevention to building strength and balance, this episode empowers women to take charge of their fitness, independence, and longevity through movement, nutrition, and smarter training.

🎉 It’s our 100th episode and Season 4 launch of The Body Pod and we’re marking the milestone with a powerful conversation that every woman over 40 needs to hear. In this game-changing episode, Dr. Louise Newson—known as “the medic who kickstarted the menopause revolution”—joins us to debunk menopause myths, explain hormone therapy (HRT), and redefine what healthy aging looks like.

We discuss:

• Why too many women are wrongly prescribed antidepressants for perimenopause
• The essential roles of estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone in brain, bone, and heart health
• The real science behind HRT and who it’s for
• Why individualized, evidence-based care matters
• The dangers of medical misinformation and outdated menopause narratives

Whether you're in perimenopause, postmenopause, or just starting to ask questions, this episode offers empowering, no-nonsense insights to help you make informed health decisions.

Dr. Newson’s message is clear: No woman should suffer through menopause without support, education, and choice.

This is our final summer re-run, and we’re closing it out with a must-listen episode featuring Dr. Mikki Williden - a standout voice in women’s nutrition and the lead nutritionist for Hailey Happens Fitness’ upcoming Nutrition Happens course.

In this conversation, Mikki shares her expert insights on fat loss strategies specifically for peri- and postmenopausal women. We dive into topics like optimal meal timing, macronutrient balance, protein needs, and how hormonal shifts impact body composition. If you're navigating menopause and looking for evidence-based, realistic nutrition tools that work with your physiology, this episode is packed with actionable takeaways.

Re-Run – Back by Popular Demand!

In this encore episode, Dr. Rocio Salas-Whalen, board-certified obesity medicine specialist, joins us to break down the real pros and cons of Ozempic — the blockbuster weight loss drug making headlines. We dive deep into how Ozempic (semaglutide) works, who it's really for, what side effects you should know, and whether it’s a sustainable solution for obesity.

With misinformation everywhere, Dr. Salas-Whalen brings evidence-based clarity to one of the most controversial treatments in modern medicine. If you missed it the first time — or need a refresher — this rerun is back by popular demand for a reason.

Back by Popular Demand!

In this episode, we chat with one of the leading experts in nutrition, Alan Aragon, to explore the principles of Flexible Dieting. Alan breaks down how this approach to nutrition isn’t just a trend, but a must-have for women looking to maintain a balanced and sustainable relationship with food. He shares valuable insights into how flexible dieting can fit into your lifestyle, improve your body composition, and promote overall health without restrictive eating habits. Whether you're new to dieting or looking to optimize your nutrition, this episode is packed with expert advice you won’t want to miss!

We're bringing back one of our most talked-about episodes — a powerful, candid conversation you’ll want to hear again (or for the first time).

In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Kelly Casperson, a renowned female urologist, to explore everything about vaginal health and sexual pleasure during midlife and beyond. Dr. Casperson brings a fresh, open, and engaging perspective to these important topics, offering insights into how women’s bodies change and how to maintain intimacy and pleasure throughout life. This conversation is both informative and hilarious, packed with advice on navigating vaginal health and feeling confident at any age. Buckle up for a candid, emotional, and empowering chat with one of the best in the field!

This episode is a re-release of one of our most impactful conversations — full of insights you’ll want to revisit or hear for the first time.

In this episode, Hailey sits down with Dr. Stacy Sims to explore the topic of insulin resistance. Learn from one of the leading experts on how insulin resistance affects your health, its connection to other conditions, and actionable strategies to manage it. Whether you’re dealing with metabolic health concerns or just want to understand the science behind it, this conversation will give you the tools to take control of your health and well-being.

This episode is a re-airing of one of our most popular conversations — and for good reason.

We kick off Season Two with a bang! In this episode, we are joined by the one and only Dr. Vonda Wright, an expert in musculoskeletal health, who takes us deep into the musculoskeletal syndrome of menopause. Dr. Wright discusses the dangers of frailty during menopause and the importance of maintaining musculoskeletal strength as we age. She shares proven strategies and expert tips to enhance longevity and prevent frailty during this life stage. Whether you're navigating menopause now or preparing for it in the future, this episode is packed with essential insights that you won’t want to miss!