Women's Health Happy Hour

By Dr. Dawn Andalon

Dr. Dawn Andalon, Women's Health Physical Therapist, educator, author, and co-owner of LEVEL4 PT & Pilates hosts a lighthearted, but informative health podcast in order to help guide women on t

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How many episodes does Women's Health Happy Hour have?

The podcast currently has 45 episodes available.

Women's Health Happy Hour episodes:

January 19, 2021How to Stay Active with Aching Joints (PRP injections and other natural solutions!)
"I feel like my body is falling apart after 40" or "I can't do the things I used to"... sound familiar?
Our guest on this episode has some insight in the things women need to know about conservative options and what can actually solve a lot of the common aches and pains we have as we age (age gracefully, right?1).
Dr. Angela is an Oregon-based Naturopathic Doctor who has made it her mission to change how we approach and treat chronic joint pain by reversing the causes of arthritis, one joint at a time.
She is passionate about this topic because of her own history with a debilitating knee injury that caused years of chronic pain, feeling stuck, and feeling like she was out of options. Through her clinical practice, best selling book called "Younger Joints Today", and online education, she teaches her patients and the public her framework for looking at and treating chronic joint issues using a root-cause approach. Her goal is to help everyone experiencing chronic joint pain to get healing, moving, and feeling their best as Dr. Angela has done for herself and thousands of her patients.
In this episode, you will learn:
What is a PRP injection and why should I consider that over surgery?

What is the single most important thing to determine the success of PRP injections?

How you can still transform your body as you age to make sure you can still stay active?

As a naturopathic doctor what are some of the untapped resources that women need to seek out to keep their joints healthy as they age?
AND MORE!
From beginners in exercise to the advanced fitness pro, you can learn something from this episode!
Like this episode? Hit "SUBSCRIBE" so you can be updated when we release new episodes!
Want more info from us?
Here is the book that will change the way you feel about aging....Thrive, Not Survive Over 40, available on Amazon and our website level4pt.com
"Learn Secrets To Become More Active and Mobile, And Live Free From Painkillers. Essential Reading For People Aged 40+"
Join our private Facebook group community for video content all about staying active, overcoming injury, exercise tips, and giveaways!
LEVEL4 Women's Health Insider's Group
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34min
January 12, 2021The Winning System To Reach Your Health Goals in 2021!
"Getting 1% Better Every Day Counts For a Lot In The Long-Run"
Theme of the year...focus on your health, right?
Stop with the New Year's Resolutions, Stop with the goals....UNTIL you listen to what is actually going to keep you on track!
This is our first episode of 2021 to set you up for success creating healthy habits and dropping the bad ones.
Dr. Dawn will coach you through a session on this topic and here's what you will learn:
4 top ways to increase the likeliness your habit will actually stick

how to drop the bad habits (it might be easier than you think)

why you can't reach a goal without a successful system

what are her top 3 habits and how she put a system in place to make them stay past 3 weeks time!
Like the podcast? Go back and listen to the first 12 episodes from 2020 and Hit "SUBSCRIBE" so you get updated on new releases!
If you are not following us on Instagram, then go here: @womenshealth_L4
Want to learn more from our team?
Our "LIVE" webinar is coming up at 7 PM on Thursday February 18th called, “5 Tips to Ease Your Pain with Sex (to Prevent You From Feeling Worried That Your Relationship is Being Affected"
Have you found yourself wondering, "Is my sex life always going to be this way?" or "I am worried this is affecting my relationship"...
Pain with sex is actually very common, and very treatable! Here we break down the reasons why it is happening and give actionable steps to finally resolve it!
We offer a private setting online with no judgement where you can have access to the experts who treat this condition daily. Don't miss out because only 20 women will be able to register so we can make sure we answer all the questions and give you the best tips you need to feel empowered and in control of your sex life!
$15 investment to join: Reserve your spot today HERE for the "LIVE" Webinar with the LEVEL4 Team!
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22min
December 22, 2020Solve Your Back Pain...So it Doesn't Stop You From Living Your Life!
It's estimated that as much as 80% of the population will experience a back problem at some time in their lives! This is the most popular topic we get asked about and when you listen to this episode Dr. Dawn herself discusses what has helped the 1000s of people finally solve it! This is the best info ALL women need to know about solving back pain once and for all!
What you will learn:
What are the top 6 things you can do today if you deal with nagging chronic back pain (hint, you have to be a little patient too!)

What is advice you won't get from your medical doctor (listen up if you want to avoid pain meds, injections, or surgery!)

What advice she gives her patients when they ask about exercising with a "bad back"

Why most people fear their MRI results when they hear "bulging or herniated disc" and what you should do next

Tips to feel your best and finally get over your back pain once and for all!
AND MORE!
Like this episode? Hit "SUBSCRIBE" so you can be updated when we release new episodes!
If you are not following us on Instagram, then go here: @womenshealth_L4
Join our private Facebook group community for video content all about staying active, overcoming injury, exercise tips, and giveaways!
LEVEL4 Women's Health Insider's Group
or check out the best-selling book authored by Dr. Dawn and Dr. Oscar (her husband) on everything you need to do to stay healthier and more active, the natural way!
Order the book here: THRIVE NOT SURVIVE, OVER 40
“Learn Secrets To Become More Active and Mobile, Maintain Independence And Live Free From Painkillers. Essential Reading For People Aged 40+”
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25min
December 15, 2020Mindset Tips for Working Moms (Taking on Life with Confidence & Guts!)
This episode we welcome mompreneur, Christa Gurka, MSPT, NCPT!
A board certified orthopedic physical therapist specializing in Pilates-based fitness, injury prevention, and wellness Christa Gurka’s career spans more than 3 decades in the health and wellness industry. She is the founder and CEO of Miami’s Pilates in the Grove, which serves the local Coconut Grove and South Miami communities as well as national and international clientele with online and virtual programming. She is the Pilates and Wellness Therapist for the Eastern Conference Champion Miami Heat as well as serves as chairperson for the Miami Dade County Wellness Coalition. Christa’s passion for empowering female entrepreneurs led her to her most recent professional venture as a business strategist and mentor to female business owners looking to start and scale their own healthcare and wellness companies. Outside of the office she spends her time cheering on her all-time favorite athletes her two teenage boys in their numerous athletic competitions.
What you will learn:
Life lessons from a mom who has built a successful business with toddlers at home

Why you need to let certain things go in life and not try to "do it all"

Dealing with mom guilt and how to keep any sort of balance in life (does that exist?)

How to overcome doubt in your life and reach your personal goals

What are some of the biggest life lessons and challenges she has faced and what we can learn from it
AND MORE!
Like this episode? Hit "SUBSCRIBE" so you can be updated when we release new episodes!
Have a question for Dr. Emma? Send her a DM over our Instagram: @womenshealth_L4
Join our private Facebook group community for video content all about staying active, overcoming injury, exercise tips, and giveaways!
LEVEL4 Women's Health Insider's Group
or check out the best-selling book authored by Dr. Dawn on everything you ever wanted to know about the embarrassing (and often unspoken) issues your body endures postpartum but didn’t know who to ask!
Order the book here: Beyond Nine Months
"Get Renewed Confidence in Your Body So You Can Feel Like Yourself Again…Months or Years after Childbirth!"
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38min
December 08, 2020Breaking the Silence & Stopping the Fear over Pelvic Organ Prolapse
A very special team member of LEVEL4 PT & Wellness joins the podcast today to share her knowledge with women of all ages!
Dr. Emma Stephens graduated from the University of Texas Health Science Center with a doctorate in physical therapy, and has been passionate in her career ever since. About 2 years ago, Dr. Emma began her journey as a Pelvic Health Physical Therapist, and she has since been awarded the Certificate of Achievement in Pelvic Physical Therapy (CAPP) by the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA), distinguishing herself as an expert in the field. Dr. Emma is so excited to be a part of the LEVEL4 Team, and is ready to bring her message of pelvic floor healing to all.
What you will learn:
What is pelvic organ prolapse and why does it happen to some women?

Why surgery is NOT your only option with prolapse

What advice she gives her patients when they ask about exercising with prolapse

Why you shouldn't fear a prolapse diagnosis

What you can start doing today to help you overcome any discomfort and feel more empowered
AND MORE!
Like this episode? Hit "SUBSCRIBE" so you can be updated when we release new episodes!
Have a question for Dr. Emma? Send her a DM over our Instagram: @womenshealth_L4
Join our private Facebook group community for video content all about staying active, overcoming injury, exercise tips, and giveaways!
LEVEL4 Women's Health Insider's Group
or check out the best-selling book authored by Dr. Dawn on everything you ever wanted to know about the embarrassing (and often unspoken) issues your body endures postpartum but didn’t know who to ask!
Order the book here: Beyond Nine Months
"Get Renewed Confidence in Your Body So You Can Feel Like Yourself Again…Months or Years after Childbirth!"
...more
37min
December 01, 2020How to Have a More Enjoyable Pregnancy
Dr. Danielle Lewis, a pelvic floor and orthopedic physical therapist from the Cleveland Clinic (and Dr. Dawn's sister!) joins her on this episode as she is navigating her own pregnancy journey right now!
What you will learn:
What are the safest and most effective ways of working on your "core" during pregnancy

What is missing from prenatal and postnatal care that all moms need to know

What advice she gives her patients when they ask about returning to exercise postpartum

What she is doing differently this time around (during her second pregnancy) that will help prep her for labor and postpartum recovery

Tips to feel your best during pregnancy (and what she does for herself to keep her sanity and mental state higher!)
AND MORE!
Like this episode? Hit "SUBSCRIBE" so you can be updated when we release new episodes!
If you are a mom in the Cleveland, OH area, send Dr. Danielle a DM on IG with your questions: @danielita44
Join our private Facebook group community for video content all about staying active, overcoming injury, exercise tips, and giveaways!
LEVEL4 Women's Health Insider's Group
or check out the best-selling book authored by Dr. Dawn on everything you ever wanted to know about the embarrassing (and often unspoken) issues your body endures postpartum but didn’t know who to ask!
Order the book here: Beyond Nine Months
"Get Renewed Confidence in Your Body So You Can Feel Like Yourself Again…Months or Years after Childbirth!"
...more
36min
November 24, 2020The Best Types of Exercise for Women Over 40
Our very own team member from LEVEL4 PT & Wellness joins us for this special episode!
Deb Krutiak is a Pilates and Movement Specialist. Her introduction to the method of Pilates (not the only type of exercise that will be on this list today) began after researching ways to improve her own health and wellness. Pilates provided a comprehensive approach that included physical exercise, concentration, flexibility and breathing. Her practice, which resulted in, improved attitude, increased body confidence and flexibility led her to pursue Pilates training. Deborah is a Certified Instructor, graduating BASI Pilates® Comprehensive Teacher Training Course, in Costa Mesa, CA — recognized as the leading Pilates training program, with a reputation for innovation, dedication and academic excellence.
In addition to Pilates, Deb is a Certified Z-Health practitioner. Z- Health is a concept of neurocentric training that provides precise, brain-based rehabilitation and high-performance training specifically designed to bridge the gap between the current biomechanical model and emerging neuroscience. Integrating vision and balance exercises allows clients to feel better, move better and to understand their bodies better. This is another layer to the holistic approach Deb utilizes in assisting clients to continue doing the things they love.
In this episode, you will learn:
The top 3 types of workouts you need to be doing after 40 and why!

How bone and muscle loss can be stopped with one type of exercise

How you can still transform your body's appearance and the way you feel as you age

How women need to think of their exercise routine differently than men
AND MORE!
From beginners in exercise to the advanced fitness pro, you can learn something from this episode!
Like this episode? Hit "SUBSCRIBE" so you can be updated when we release new episodes!
Want more info from me?
Join our private Facebook group community for video content all about staying active, overcoming injury, exercise tips, and giveaways!
LEVEL4 Women's Health Insider's Group
or check out the best-selling book co-authored by Dr. Dawn and Oscar Andalon how to live as the best version of yourself over 40:
Thrive, Not Survive Over 40
"Learn Secrets To Become More Active and Mobile, Maintain Independence And Live Free From Painkillers. Essential Reading For People Aged 40+"
...more
30min
November 17, 2020Breastfeeding Secrets and Nutrition after Childbirth (Info You Won't Get After a Hospital Delivery)
Ladies, have you joined our "Rebuild Your Body After Kids" free online challenge? No matter how long it's been since you had kids, or if you are newly postpartum...join our free online fitness challenge to see if your pelvic floor and core can "hold up" and stop you from bladder problems and MORE! The secrets to feel more confident when jumping or running will be revealed in this challenge!
On this podcast episode we chat with Jaren Soloff, RD IBCLC who has a new book coming out very soon, called The Postnatal Cookbook.
Jaren Soloff is a Registered Dietitian and International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) who serves as an expert in women’s health. While continuing to practice in the field of eating disorder treatment, Jaren gained additional experience as an IBCLC to fuse her love of nutrition and women’s health.
Now working solely in private practice, Jaren combines her expertise as a skilled nutrition therapist and lactation consultant to support individuals looking to heal their relationship with food and body. FULL CRCL provides evidenced based practices to support women at all stages of the reproductive cycle, from preconception to postpartum. Informed by her own journey and the hundreds of women she has counseled, Jaren’s experience comes full circle to support women in navigating pregnancy, birth and postpartum from a simple and intuitive framework.
What you will learn:
What are most women missing in their diet postpartum and quick fixes for it!

What other info is missing from your postpartum check up and hospital discharge.

Easy meal plan ideas and where to find this info when you are a busy mom just trying to get through your day with a new baby!

Breastfeeding is not always easy and everyone can't do it... what this lactation specialist wants moms to know without feeling shamed.
AND MORE!
Like this episode? Hit "SUBSCRIBE" so you can be updated when we release new episodes!
Follow @fullcrcl on IG
Join our private Facebook group community for video content all about staying active, overcoming injury, exercise tips, and giveaways!
LEVEL4 Women's Health Insider's Group
or check out the best-selling book authored by Dr. Dawn on everything you ever wanted to know about the embarrassing (and often unspoken) issues your body endures postpartum but didn’t know who to ask!
Beyond Nine Months:
"Get Renewed Confidence in Your Body So You Can Feel Like Yourself Again…Months or Years after Childbirth!"
...more
37min
November 10, 2020Optimize Your Health Over Age 40 (What You Might Be Missing!)
Did you know that Naturopathic doctors are really all about optimizing your health and may look at things from a different perspective than your MD? From personal experience, I have learned so much from Dr. Meg Strodel when it came to my own struggles in my early 40s that I had to have her on this podcast!
Dr. Meagan Strodel is a Naturopathic Doctor in Encinitas, California. She enjoys helping women figure out what exactly is going on with their hormones, and more! She treats digestive issues, autoimmune disorders, thyroid, adrenal dysfunction, fatigue, skin issues, and anxiety/depression. She is a passionate health detective and loves finding the root of people’s health issues. When she’s not in the office, you can reach her virtually for virtual appointments. And when she’s not doing that, you can find her outside, walking on the beach, hiking with her husband, and cooking whole foods meals at home.
What you will learn:
What is peri-menopause and why you need to act differently about your diet and exercise during this time in your life.

What are the common female issues she sees in women over 40 and what are some simple ways to fix them!

Why women need to exercise differently in their 40s than they did in their 20s.
4. Hidden nutrient deficiencies that affect women over 40 and what type of supplements or diet shifts you need to make to feel your best.
AND MORE!
Like this episode? Hit "SUBSCRIBE" so you can be updated when we release new episodes!
Follow @drmegnd on IG

Join our private Facebook group community for video content all about staying active, overcoming injury, exercise tips, and giveaways!
LEVEL4 Women's Health Insider's Group
or check out the best-selling book co-authored by Dr. Dawn and Oscar Andalon how to live as the best version of yourself over 40:
Thrive, Not Survive Over 40
"Learn Secrets To Become More Active and Mobile, Maintain Independence And Live Free From Painkillers. Essential Reading For People Aged 40+"
...more
43min
November 03, 2020Best Tips For Easing Anxiety in Uncertain Times
What a perfect topic released on a monumental day in 2020...Election Day! And we all need to take a deep breath no matter which way you voted.
2020 has been a year of obstacles and added stresses in life for many and we can't wait to have you listen to the expert on this topic!
Sue Shrinkle had virtual Happy Hour with me today! She began her career in 2010, working with adolescents and their families in the school setting. After graduating from her Masters program, she worked with United States veterans at a treatment facility, addressing a wide range of needs from homelessness to addiction to family dynamics. It was at this internship where she developed a passion for working with trauma in all its forms. Since 2012, Sue has worked in private practice, offering a wide range of services to adolescents and adults including trauma-informed care, parenting, behavioral management, addiction treatment, and individual relationship therapy.
In November of 2019, Sue entered into private practice full time and established West Coast Therapy Collective, A Licensed Marriage & Family Therapy Corporation to provide therapeutic services to the communities of North County San Diego. She currently sees adults struggling with depression, anxiety, and trauma and supervises unlicensed marriage and family therapists.
What you will learn:
How she teaches her clients to handle anxiety and quick ways to get control over your thoughts.

The mindset shift you need to get through a difficult situation.

Why women experience anxiety and what good stress vs bad stress can do to you.
4. What keeps her motivated (and what we can learn from her!)
AND MORE!
Like this episode? Hit "SUBSCRIBE" so you can be updated when we release new episodes!
Want more info from me?
Join our private Facebook group community for video content all about staying active, overcoming injury, exercise tips, and giveaways!
LEVEL4 Women's Health Insider's Group
or check out the best-selling book co-authored by Dr. Dawn and Oscar Andalon how to live as the best version of yourself over 40:
Thrive, Not Survive Over 40
"Learn Secrets To Become More Active and Mobile, Maintain Independence And Live Free From Painkillers. Essential Reading For People Aged 40+"
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39min

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How many episodes does Women's Health Happy Hour have?

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