Best Movement Upgraded LLC Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 190 - I Forgot This Was The Whole Point 24:43

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Sometimes the hardest part of training isn’t the exercise—it’s knowing how far to push, when to hold back, and how to enjoy your body along the way. And this is even more challenging if you have to navigate chronic illness or conditions, have an extensive injury history, or live in a body with a sensitive nervous system. In this episode, we explore…

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Episode 189 - Overrated vs. Underrated: Hip Mobility Edition 42:47

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Hip mobility exercises are everywhere, but are the drills you’re doing actually helping — or just making you work hard? In this episode, we will break down the most overrated and underrated hip mobility exercises, why so many popular drills fall short, and the principles that actually build the usable strength, control, and range of motion you want…

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Episode 188 - The Gray Area Of Pain: What Every Trainer Needs To Know 24:24

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In my earlier professional years, I used to think any client pain was automatically off-limits for trainers and fitness professionals. But over the years, I’ve changed my mind. In this episode, I dive into the scope of practice grey area, why I have changed my stance, and how trainers and fitness pros can safely and effectively navigate client pain…

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Episode 187 - The Final Stretch: Where Most People Get Stuck 30:53

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When you’ve done the work and put in the hours, followed the plan, made progress, just to hit a wall in your progress, it can be incredibly frustrating. That last bit of progress in your rehab, mobility, or strength work often feels impossible. In this episode, I break down why the final 20% of progress often feels impossible, why the plateau isn’t…

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Episode 186 - Are You Getting In Your Own Way? 27:22

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Sometimes the problem isn’t that you can’t ask for help — it’s that you don’t even realize how much it’s needed. In this episode, we’re getting into the ways women quietly minimize their suffering, deny the impact of their pain or struggles, and push through silently. I share my own story, unpack the societal pressures and hyper-independence that k…

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Episode 185 - Are You Training For Life Or Just Lifting Weights? 39:34

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If you're not training for a competition or PRs… what are you training for? If your answer is ‘to feel good, stay active, and move well for life’—then why do so many lifters still feel stiff, fragile, or one tweak away from another setback? In today’s episode, I’m introducing the Movement Longevity Audit: a tool to check in on the physical skills y…

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Episode 184 - The Most Useful Assessment You’re Probably Not Using 27:53

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Most movement assessments promise precise data on dysfunctions. CARs do something more useful: they give you a powerful starting point. In this episode, I share how I use Controlled Articular Rotations (CARs) as my top-tier assessment—not because they give you all the answers, but because they create the foundation for coaching that actually works.…

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Episode 183 - Why Movement Screens Aren’t Giving You What You Need 25:24

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If movement screens leave you with more questions than answers—you’re not alone. In this episode, I break down why tools like FMS often create more confusion than clarity. You’ll learn why standardized scores don’t translate to real coaching decisions, how box-checking leads to false confidence, and what most screens completely miss about how peopl…

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Episode 182 - Why Your Training Isn’t Working Anymore 27:30

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You’re training hard. You’re consistent. You’ve been at this for a while. But you’ve slowly realized the programs and ways of training that used to work for you don’t feel so great anymore. Your recovery is slower, your body’s tighter, and those little tweaks keep showing up. In this episode, we’re unpacking why that’s happening — and what most tra…

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Episode 181 - Why Great Coaches Teach 26:45

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You’re not just here to coach reps — you want to change how people move for life. You want clients who stay, refer, and say “no one’s ever helped me understand my body like this.” That doesn’t come from better cues. It comes from knowing how to teach. In this episode, we’re talking about the skill that separates good coaches from the ones who get r…

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Episode 180 - Chronic Pain Isn’t Forever: The Movement Secret Most Miss 27:50

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Chronic pain can feel like a never-ending loop — a cycle of discomfort, frustration, and fear that holds you back from moving freely, trusting your body, and living fully. While not all chronic pain can be “healed,” many people can make significant progress by shifting how they move. In this episode, you’ll learn why movement exploration isn’t abou…

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Episode 179 - What’s Behind Your Recurring Back Or Neck Tweaks 27:25

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You know that sudden neck or back tweak — the one that sneaks up when you least expect it? What if I told you it wasn’t just “that one moment,” but the result of tiny stresses piling up over months or years? In this episode, I’m unpacking the hidden buildup behind those frustrating tweaks, the early warning signs most people don’t notice, and most …

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Episode 178 - Overrated vs Underrated Exercises: Spine Edition 32:49

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We’ve been taught to tiptoe around the spine — stabilize, don’t move, stay “neutral.” But what if all that caution is actually holding you back from building strength where it matters? In this episode, I break down a few popular spine and core exercises you’ll often see in strength programs or labeled as “prehab” that I think are overrated — plus t…

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Episode 177 - Stop Trying To ‘Fix’ Pronation: Here’s What To Understand Instead 27:27

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You’ve been told to control it, correct it, maybe even fear it — but what if pronation isn’t the villain you’ve been warned about? In this episode, we’re unpacking one of the most misunderstood movements in the body and why trying to "fix" it might be doing more harm than good.By Dr. Jen Hosler

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Episode 176 - My Scoliosis Story & How I Manage It 54:52

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If you or someone you know has scoliosis and feels scared, overwhelmed, or unsure about how to move or train safely — this episode is for you. In this personal and practical conversation, I’m sharing how I manage my own scoliosis: from the mindset shifts that helped me stop feeling fragile, to the movement and strength practices that keep my body f…

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Episode 175 – You Don’t Have To Want That: Opting Out Of Fitness Rules That Don’t Fit Your Life 25:59

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What if the reason you're struggling to stay consistent with your habits or goals isn’t a discipline issue—but a misalignment? In this episode, I’m sharing what I’ve been learning in my 30s: that we’re allowed to opt out of the default settings—especially in fitness. I’ll talk about the things I’ve personally stepped away from, why realizing you ha…

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Episode 174 – The Truth About ‘Cheating’ In Exercise 42:46

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If you’ve ever caught yourself worried that you’re “cheating” in your exercises when you modify a movement or use assistance, then this episode is for you. Dr. Jen breaks down where that belief comes from — and why it might actually be holding you back. We’ll talk about: Why the fitness world equates “harder” with “better” (and what that mindset co…

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Episode 173 - How To Stay Active Through Injury & Heal Stronger 31:38

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Injuries can shake your confidence and leave you feeling stuck, but what if staying active could actually help you heal faster? In this episode, we’ll dive into why movement—no matter how small—can be a game-changer during injury recovery. From circulation to mental strength, find out how to keep your body in the game while you heal. Tune in to lea…

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Episode 172 - Is It Really Your Hamstring? 19:36

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We often focus on muscle tissue when it comes to pain, but this can lead us down the wrong path. In this episode, I’m talking about how this muscle fixation can make us assume the muscle is always the problem—and why that’s not always the case. I’ll walk you through how asking the right questions and looking deeper into the movements that reproduce…

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Episode 171 - Deconstructing Fitness & Movement With Dr. Marcia Dernie 1:01:41

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In this episode, Dr. Marcia joins Dr. Jen in a conversation about the learned rules and identities we all have surrounding movement and fitness. Dr. Marcia Dernie (she/they) is a Doctor of Physical Therapy, accessible yoga teacher, child of Haitian immigrants, dancer, and chronically ill strength athlete. Their book Movement for Every Body serves a…

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Episode 170 - It’s Not Just Age: Other Common Reasons You’ve Lost Mobility 39:56

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Mobility loss doesn’t just sneak up on you with age — it’s also often a result of how we move (or don’t) for long stretches of time due to things like an injury, temporarily wearing a cast, surgery or injuries that leave scar tissue. In this episode, I break down these sneakier reasons people lose mobility and how those things can be a culprit of n…

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Episode 169 - Are You Actually Recovering… Or Just Staying Busy In Slower Ways? 28:20

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A lot of the people I work with think they’re resting — but what we often find is that their bodies aren’t truly getting the recovery they need. Either they’re not shifting into a parasympathetic state (mentally still “on” or stressed), or they’re still exposing their bodies to the same loads that are contributing to their pain or symptoms. In this…

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Episode 168 - The Progress You Can’t Measure (But Really Need To Celebrate) 29:55

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In this episode of The Movement Upgraded Podcast, we discuss the progress you can't always see or measure and how it is just as important as the visible stuff. We often get caught up in the idea that progress should be linear and obvious– like running further or lifting heavier, but the small shifts—like noticing your jaw is clenched, not spiraling…

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Episode 167 - The Recovery Hack Trap 47:57

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In this episode, I dive into the way urgency, fear, and a need for control often lead us to over-respond when we're dealing with pain or discomfort, and how that can actually lead to emotionally-driven decisions that hinder healing. I'll also discuss the spectrum of responses to pain—from over-responders to under-responders—and offer some reflectio…

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Episode 166 - Life After A Big Move: What’s Changed And What I’ve Learned 49:48

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A year and a half ago, I made a big decision to move back to Indiana—and with it came massive changes, both personally and professionally. In this episode, I’m sharing what I’ve learned since the move, from unexpected challenges to moments of deep gratitude. We’ll talk about how this transition has shaped my confidence, decision-making, and underst…