The Body Pod

• Women’s Joint Health, Hormones, and Strength Training for Longevity with Dr. Jocelyn Wittstein

  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.

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• Smarter Fitness, Longevity, and Stress Management for Women Over 40 with Joel Jamieson

  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. 

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• Obesity, Hormones & GLP-1s: Dr. Spencer Nadolsky on Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, and Women’s Health

  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.

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• Fixing Rehab: Smarter Healing, Pain Relief & Strength Training with Dr. Tom Walters

  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 likeStrength training for pain relief and injury preventionWomen’s health and midlife fitness strategiesPsychology of pain — why pain doesn’t always mean injurySmart prehab for knees, shoulders, elbows, and feetA preview of the upcoming Rehab Science app for guided exercises and mobility toolsWhether 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.

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• Strong to the Core: Bone Health, Menopause & Midlife Strength with Dr. Kristi DeSapri

  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.

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