Join us for a special podcast episode with the CEO of The MS Gym, Ken Allen. In today’s interview we’ll learn about: Ken and his career before The MS Gym How he met founder Trevor Wicken The MS Gym’s evolution and ethos The The MS Gym product offerings Its online growth and social media outreach Who’s not a good fit for The MS Gym Ken’s views about partnership and affiliates The MS Gym’s program updates Plans for MS Gym community events...
Jun 03, 2025•41 min•Ep. 291
In today's episode, Jodi and I get to check in with Ardra Shephard about the engaging complexities of her intriguing new book, aptly titled, Fall-osophy, My Trip through Life with MS. You may think you already know Ardra from her award-winning blog, Tripping on Air, her social media content, or her popular podcast, but, trust us, if you REALLY want to know her, you need to place this revealing page-turner of a memoir on your shopping list. Until then Jodi, Ardra and I are going to give you a gli...
May 13, 2025•1 hr 16 min•Ep. 292
Take a journey overseas as we address the rarely discussed topic of mental health in the chronic illness community. Join our podcast guest Lynn as she shares about her: Early childhood symptoms Symptoms dismissed as anxiety Numerous doctors appointments but yielding no results Medical team delaying a diagnosis out of fear of legal action Physiotherapist (sister) "diagnosing" her with MS Mother's catastrophic reaction to diagnosis Various MS medications Struggle with mental illness and isolation ...
Apr 23, 2025•29 min•Ep. 288
Today's podcast guest, Danielle, shares about the challenges of balancing family, work and chronic illness. Danielle shares with us her: First symptoms at 16 years old Lack of diagnosis due to technology limitations Symptom remission because of positive lifestyle changes Being shuffled between medical professionals Official diagnoses 11 years after initial symptoms Choice of MS medications Education and career Journey through pregnancy Favorite resource for mom's with young kids Supportive churc...
Apr 02, 2025•24 min•Ep. 289
In today's podcast, we meet Michelle and explore her passion for advocacy, while she navigates her own health challenges. Michelle will share about her: Sudden, troublesome symptoms Numerous diagnostic tests Official MS diagnosis Family history with MS Post-secondary education and career Passion to help vulnerable groups Rollercoaster ride with different DMTs Discovery of The MS Gym Dedication to exercise Volunteer opportunities Ability to advocate for herself and others Goals and achievements T...
Mar 05, 2025•20 min•Ep. 287
Today's podcast guest, Missy, will inspire you, as she shares about her: Troubling health concerns Diagnosis with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) Complications from RA medications Unusual symptoms and MRI findings Difficulty coping with life challenges Walking struggles and MS diagnosis Career and work accommodations Difficult decision to "medically" retire Support from family and church Travel adventures with mobility aids Journey to finding her new identity Advice for living a healing lifestyle Exci...
Feb 19, 2025•36 min•Ep. 290
Let's travel down under to chat with Australian MS Gym member Kerry. Learn about her rare disease and journey of: Being diagnosed with Inclusion Body Myositis (IBM) Battling muscle atrophy Living with a disease that has no treatment options Embracing the Wahls protocol and experiencing symptom relief Finding The MS Gym Using her research skills to learn more about her disease Traveling to the U.S. to attend the Wahls coaching program Joining an international MS Gym Buddy Group to find community ...
Feb 05, 2025•35 min•Ep. 286
Join us as we travel to the rainy lands of the UK to chat with our latest podcast guest, Sarah. We'll learn more about Sarah's journey with MS as she shares about her: Early symptoms in childhood Post-secondary education in Germany Adventurous travel expeditions and volunteer work Marriage and difficulties finding work Catering business partnership with her parents Flare of symptoms and ensuing diagnosis Relatives with a previous MS diagnosis Choice of DMT Decision to travel to Mexico for HSCT I...
Jan 08, 2025•25 min•Ep. 285
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 fo...
Dec 12, 2024•28 min•Ep. 283
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 Ph...
Nov 19, 2024•28 min•Ep. 284
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 an...
Oct 29, 2024•25 min•Ep. 282
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...
Oct 09, 2024•29 min•Ep. 281
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 ...
Sep 10, 2024•39 min•Ep. 280
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.
May 15, 2024•2 min•Ep. 279
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.
Apr 26, 2024•2 min•Ep. 278
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 choi...
Jan 24, 2024•43 min•Ep. 277
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...
Dec 13, 2023•21 min•Ep. 276
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...
Nov 22, 2023•25 min•Ep. 275
Social media is all around us and is a valuable tool for spreading knowledge, influencing others, and creating awareness. Today, we will learn from Toronto-born Christina Andaya as she shares about how she uses social media to: Create community and share about her own MS journey Raise awareness about atypical MS symptoms and unusual diagnosis in minority ethnic groups Collaborate with organizations, such as MS Canada and #sothisisMS Showcase her involvement in the Miss Galaxy Canada competition ...
Nov 08, 2023•20 min•Ep. 274
Today's episode is a super special one because I get to reintroduce and/or introduce the MS Gym to the masses. The MS Gym has been around for almost 6 years and has thousands of followers, but there are upwards of 3 million people worldwide who have MS, so there's always someone newly diagnosed out there or just discovering us who may want to know more about exactly who we are. Who's the founder? Where's it located? What's it all about? How can I benefit from it? And, what does it cost? Our audi...
Oct 19, 2023•38 min•Ep. 273
With summer, vacation months upon us, at least here in the U.S., for those of us living with mobility issues, it adds on an extra layer of complexity and consideration into planning a trip. Things like...Is your vacation rental gonna have steps? Is it going to have an elevator? Are you going to be able to get to your connecting flight fast enough through the airport? Are you going to hold everybody back because you're slow? Are you even going to be able to enjoy yourself on the trip? You know wh...
Jun 08, 2023•23 min•Ep. 272
In today's MS Gym podcast episode, we'll chat with MS Gym member Kim as she shares about her: Symptoms and rare diagnosis Brain biopsy Family life Career in mental health Support system Love for MS support groups Inspirational mindset Independence and self-determination Priorities for living well Use of imagination to activate movement Desires for inclusivity and awareness Ability to break obstacles down into smaller, manageable parts MS Gym Links: The MS Gym Join host Jodes Feltham, on Instagra...
May 17, 2023•31 min•Ep. 271
Welcome back to our 3rd and initially unplanned episode with Dr. Richard Burt, author of the recently released book, Everyday Miracles and the OG provider of HSCT here in the US. Let me explain why we thought it would be useful for our listeners, as well as Dr. Burt to come back and re-hash some of Dr. Burt's touch points from the first two episodes. In particular his stance on NOT treating PPMS and non-active SPMS with HSCT. You see, after the first two episodes, I witnessed rumblings of concer...
Apr 06, 2023•40 min•Ep. 270
Today, we'll chat with one of our Original Gymmers, Jan J, and learn about her: Misdiagnosis and surgical treatment Primary symptoms and their impact on her life Change in occupation Adventures living in foreign lands Love for travel and how that looks after diagnosis Introduction to the The MS Gym Love for the Members Only Corner Facebook group Strategies to keep calm and maintain a positive outlook Ability to find joy in daily chores Future travel plans and bucket list destinations Goals for f...
Mar 22, 2023•25 min•Ep. 269
Join me today to uncover what purposes and desires reside in your heart that you want to share with the world. Are you passionate about a specific hobby, diet, activity or cause? Today, I'll talk about my own desire to become an advocate for disability and also my favorite clothing line lululemon. It's my desire that disability be part of the "diversity" movement in word and in action. Links The MS Gym Join me on my advocacy journey: Jodesfeltham on Tiktok Jodesfeltham on Instagram...
Mar 01, 2023•4 min•Ep. 268
Welcome to part two of two of our interview with Dr. Richard Burt. I can't tell you how many people have reached out to me after listening to part one and how anxious they are to see what awaits in part two. I even had one listener message me to say the interview with Dr, Burt should be required watching for everyone with MS, and I'm not going to disagree with that deduction. If you have PPMS, whether you're considering HSCT or not, you should definitely listen to this episode. Dr. Burt complete...
Feb 16, 2023•37 min•Ep. 267
I'm super excited about these next two episodes! Of course, any episode that has to do with HSCT (hematopoietic stem cell transplant) is super important to me. For the last 10 years, I've been a vocal advocate for HSCT. Screaming about it from the top of my lungs through social media, blogging, and to anyone who would listen or inquired. As you may or may not know, my co-host, Jodi, and I have both received HSCT for our MS. I had mine in Russia 10 years ago, and Jodi in Mexico in 2018. So when D...
Feb 09, 2023•55 min•Ep. 266
Let's travel the globe to chat with one of our international gym Member, Birgit. We'll unpack her: Difficult diagnosis Relief with finding answers Active lifestyle Career and accommodations Difficulty educating colleagues about MS Lifestyle choices with food and exercise Discovery of The MS Gym Choice to pursue medications Acceptance and convictions of her disease and choices Transparency with close friends and family about her diagnosis Honest and open relationship with her neurologist Tools to...
Jan 25, 2023•24 min•Ep. 265
Today we're going to be talking about integrative and functional medicine and how you can use them in tandem for your best and healthiest outcome while living with MS. No matter where you are in the trajectory of your disease. Whether you've just been diagnosed or you've had it for 30 years, you may have asked yourself, "What can I be doing for myself above and beyond the drugs I'm taking, or the infusions I'm getting? There has to be something else." That's where our next guest, Dr. Susan Payro...
Jan 12, 2023•48 min•Ep. 264
Welcome to part two of our podcast about the gut and microbiome with coach William Dickinson. In today's episode, we'll learn more about: The five pillars of good gut health (stomach acid, digestive enzymes, bile, motility and the gut mucosa) How the microbiome interacts with these five pillars The importance of having a diverse microbiome to combat disease Whether or not deficiencies in the five pillars are causing your unnecessary symptoms and discomfort What the “root cause” is and how it pla...
Nov 16, 2022•28 min•Ep. 263
