The MS Gym Podcast

By Co-hosts: Brooke Slick & Jodi FelthamAlternative Health Health & Fitness

The MS Gym Podcast episodes

December 12, 2024Finding Calm In The Chaos
In today's podcast we delve into the chaos with MS Gym veteran Julie. Join us as we travel down the winding path as Julie shares her:
Initial symptoms
Years of being gaslight
Delayed MS diagnosis
Son's cancer diagnosis
Ability to find calm and community in the storm
Sudden worsening of symptoms and departure from work
Environmental triggers and isolation
Change in life after finding The MS Gym
Dedication to exercise and physical victories
Memorable experiences at her children's weddings
Goals for the future
MS Gym Links
The MS Gym
Confident In Crisis - Motivation Monday
Overcoming Your Crisis of Belief - Motivation Monday
29 min
November 19, 2024Befriend Your Body - Embracing a positive dialogue
It's time to travel across the oceans to talk with today's podcast guest, Cathrin. We'll learn of her journey with MS from her homeland of Sweden. She'll share her story about her:
First symptoms as a new mom
Questionable and poorly delivered diagnosis
Choice of DMTs and failure rates
Lifestyle choices that helped relieve her fatigue
Career and necessary accommodations
Divorce and ensuing stress
Journey to find The MS Gym
Friendships forged in her Buddy Group
Switch to the Wahls diet protocol
Physical victories
Travel accommodations
Flooding threat bucket
Need to prioritize work, rest, and chores
Advice to the newly diagnosed
Ability to show kindness and gratitude to her body
The MS Gym Links
The MS Gym
How Full Is Your Threat Bucket? - Episode
29 min
October 29, 2024Don't let your diagnosis stop you - KEEP GOING!
Be encouraged by today's podcast as we talk with long time MS Gym member Joann. Journey with us as we unpack Joann's:
Initial symptoms
Challenges of navigating an MS diagnosis before the internet
Choice to ignore unhelpful advice from medical providers
Determination to continue her career
Decision to pursue accommodations at work
Routine with work and exercise
Choice of medications
Distaste for "labels"
Feelings of being mistreated because of her disability
Path to finding The MS Gym
Passions and future desires
Advice to the newly diagnosed
Tenacity to keep moving forward
MS GYM LINKS:
The MS GYM
25 min
October 09, 2024Living In The Here & Now
In today's episode, we'll be chatting with MS Gym newcomer, Heather.
Gain new insights as we explore Heather's:
First symptoms and diagnostic journey
Challenges of being a single mom
Career and accomodations
Frustration of needing mobility aids at a young age
Squeaky wheel policy
First impressions of The MS Gym
Non-linear progression with exercise
Goals for the future
Focus on living in the present moment
"Why's"
Advice to the fellow MS warriors
MS Gym Links
The MS Gym
Reconnecting with your WHY- Motivational talk with Trevor Wicken
29 min
September 10, 2024Harnessing Healthy Habits & Healing
Join us for our first episode of the fall season as we talk with MS Gym veteran, Yulia, and learn about the many tools she's found and used in her healing journey with MS.
We'll talk about her:
Initial symptoms and adolescent diagnosis
Course of treatments - both pharmaceutical and natural
Introduction to The MS Gym
Love for The MS Gym community
Freedom from loneliness and anxiety
Tool belt - CPAP machine, Yoga Nidra, PEMF, EMS, Wim Hof
Changes in diet and difficulties with Intermittent fasting
Issues with body image and disordered eating
Use of mobility aids for exercise
Passion for exercise
Advice to the newly diagnosed
Victorious trip to Singapore
Affirmation of her hard work
MS Gym Links
The MS Gym
39 min
May 15, 2024 The Power of Habit Stacking
In today's podcast episode, Jodi Feltham shares from the book, "Habit Stacking" by author James Clear. She highlights some of the tips and tricks she uses in her own life to create sustainable habits.
3 min
April 26, 2024 Do not Despise Humble Beginnings
In today's message Jodi Feltham shares about her own humble beginnings and healing journey from a broken rib injury. She also recounts the early beginnings of The MS Gym.
2 min
January 24, 2024Navigating Your MS Journey with Dr. Samantha Roman (thatmsdoc)
I have the privilege today to interview our latest guest Dr. Samantha Roman, better known on TikTok as Dr. Sam. You'll learn valuable insights from our guest, who's not only a John Hopkins MS-trained neurologist, but a fellow MS warrior. In today's podcast, we'll discuss Dr. Sam's:
Extensive education in mental health and neuroimmunology
Experiences in MS research
Initial symptoms, diagnosis, and MS treatments
Experience with "medical student syndrome"
Views on diet, exercise, and lifestyle choices
Following on social media, most notably TikTok
Desire to educate our community about all things MS
Thoughts on therapy treatments in dealing with chronic illnesses
Views on treatment risks and efficacy for each person
Involvement in the "Treat MS trial"
Distrust of the internet and the spread of misinformation
Bewilderment about the TikTok myth of "MS and parasites"
Advice to the newly diagnosed
Recommendations about reputable and educational MS resources
Links
Dr. Sam on TikTok
thatmssdoc on Instagram
thatmsdoc on Facebook
The MS Gym
43 min
December 13, 2023Globe Trekker - Exploring the world 1 step at a time
Join us for our podcast as we learn more about Brenda, one of the Original Gymmers (OG) in The MS Gym. Today, she'll talk about her:
Initial symptoms
Unexpected diagnosis
DMT and treatment choices
Journey to find The MS Gym
Her commitment to exercise
Her change in vocation
Travel bug origins
Mobility aids that assist her in her passion for global travel
Upcoming plans
Advice to fellow Chronic Illness Warriors
MS Gym Links
The MS Gym
21 min
November 22, 2023Turning Trials Into TikTok Trends with Julie Brazeau
Life can change so quickly when diagnosed with a chronic illness. Things we once held tightly to like our jobs, hobbies, abilities, family and friends can disappear in the blink of an eye. We can find ourselves lost and isolated from the world around us. Today’s podcast guest tells us how she channelled her own struggles, fear and uncertainty into her TikTok videos and created a safe space and community for others who are struggling with chronic illness. What started out as a wobbly dance turned into 41,000 engaged followers, and a whole world of purpose.
Join me as we get social with Julie and learn about:
Her initial symptoms and diagnosis
Her struggles raising young children
How she had to forego continuing education
Her medication dilemmas and complications
Her dedication to exercise
How she started posting on Tiktok
What motivates her daily videos
Why she is so loved by her 41,000 followers
Her speaking opportunities with #sothisisms
Her hobbies, interests and desires
Her advice for the newly diagnosed
How she deals with the difficult days
The message she wants to shout out
Links:
The MS Gym
Connect with Julie on TikTok
Connect with Jodi on TikTok , Facebook
26 min