by Dr. Gretchen Hawley PT, DPT, MSCS
Do you have Multiple Sclerosis and have goals of improving your mobility, energy, and motivation? On this show, you’ll learn MS-specific exercises and symptom management strategies to help you gain control over your life with MS. I also bring in other MS Experts in the healthcare industry to share their insights and advice so you’ll be armed with research-driven education. You’ll leave each episode feeling empowered and ready to take action!
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April 30, 2025
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">In this episode, I’m diving into three immediate solutions for MS bladder problems that actually work! If you’re experiencing urinary incontinence, frequency, urgency, or bowel symptoms related to multiple sclerosis, I share practical tips you can start using today. Learn about the science behind lowering your heels, breathing techniques using a straw, and shifting your mindset around urgency—each based on physical therapy principles proven to help those with MS. </span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">As a physical therapist who specializes in helping people with MS get stronger, walk better, and improve quality of life, I break down these strategies to empower you with actionable tools. Tune in for expert advice on managing MS bladder and bowel problems, including pelvic floor tips and tricks you won’t want to miss!</span></p> <p> </p> <p>Additional Resources<span style="font-weight: 400;">:</span><a href="https://www.doctorgretchenhawley.com/insider"> <span style="font-weight: 400;">https://www.doctorgretchenhawley.com/insider</span></a></p> <p>Reach out to Me<span style="font-weight: 400;">: [email protected] </span></p> <p>Website<span style="font-weight: 400;">:</span><a href="http://www.msinglink.com/"> <span style="font-weight: 400;">www.MSingLink.com</span></a></p> <p>Social<span style="font-weight: 400;">: </span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">★ Facebook:</span><a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/mswellness"> <span style="font-weight: 400;">https://www.facebook.com/groups/mswellness</span></a></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">★ Instagram:</span><a href="https://www.instagram.com/doctor.gretchen"> <span style="font-weight: 400;">https://www.instagram.com/doctor.gretchen</span></a></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">★ YouTube:</span><a href="https://www.youtube.com/c/doctorgretchenhawley?sub_confirmation=1"> <span style="font-weight: 400;">https://www.youtube.com/c/doctorgretchenhawley?sub_confirmation=1</span></a></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><br><br></span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">→ Game Changers Course:</span><a href="https://www.doctorgretchenhawley.com/GameChangersCourse"> <span style="font-weight: 400;">https://www.doctorgretchenhawley.com/GameChangersCourse</span></a></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">→ Total Core Program:</span><a href="https://www.doctorgretchenhawley.com/TotalCoreProgram"> <span style="font-weight: 400;">https://www.doctorgretchenhawley.com/TotalCoreProgram</span></a></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">→ The MSing Link:</span><a href="https://www.doctorgretchenhawley.com/TheMSingLink"> <span style="font-weight: 400;">https://www.doctorgretchenhawley.com/TheMSingLink</span></a></p>
April 23, 2025
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">In this episode of The MSing Link Podcast, I’m thrilled to reconnect with Ardra Shephard, a brilliant author, blogger, and advocate for those living with multiple sclerosis (MS). </span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Join us as we dive into her journey from blogger to author and discuss her powerful new book, "</span><span style="font-weight: 400;">Fallosophy: My Trip Through Life with MS</span><span style="font-weight: 400;">," which offers a candid, humorous take on living with MS. </span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Ardra opens up about maintaining identity amidst an MS diagnosis, harnessing humor in challenging times, and embracing the ever-changing "next normal." We also tackle practical strategies for adjusting to new symptoms and prioritizing self-care with MS. Tune in for a heartfelt conversation that brings insight, community, and optimism to all of us navigating life with MS.</span></p> <p>About Ardra:</p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Ardra Shephard is the Toronto based author of </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">Fallosophy: My Trip Through Life With MS </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">(Douglas & McIntyre)</span><span style="font-weight: 400;">.</span><span style="font-weight: 400;"> She is the creator and host of AMI-TV's groundbreaking makeover show </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">Fashion Dis</span><span style="font-weight: 400;"> and the creator of </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">Tripping on Air</span><span style="font-weight: 400;">, an award winning blog and podcast about life with MS. </span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">*Headshot taken by Alkan Emin</span></p> <p> </p> <p>Connect with Ardra:</p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Instagram:</span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">https://www.instagram.com/ms_trippingonair/</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Tripping On Air Blog: </span><a href="https://trippingonair.com/"><span style="font-weight: 400;">https://trippingonair.com/</span></a></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Adra’s Book On Amazon:</span> <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Fallosophy-My-Trip-through-Life/dp/1771624302"><span style="font-weight: 400;">https://www.amazon.com/Fallosophy-My-Trip-through-Life/dp/1771624302</span></a></p> <p> </p> <p>Additional Resources<span style="font-weight: 400;">:</span><a href="https://www.doctorgretchenhawley.com/insider"> <span style="font-weight: 400;">https://www.doctorgretchenhawley.com/insider</span></a></p> <p>Reach out to Me<span style="font-weight: 400;">: [email protected] </span></p> <p>Website<span style="font-weight: 400;">:</span><a href="http://www.msinglink.com/"> <span style="font-weight: 400;">www.MSingLink.com</span></a></p> <p>Social<span style="font-weight: 400;">: </span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">★ Facebook:</span><a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/mswellness"> <span style="font-weight: 400;">https://www.facebook.com/groups/mswellness</span></a></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">★ Instagram:</span><a href="https://www.instagram.com/doctor.gretchen"> <span style="font-weight: 400;">https://www.instagram.com/doctor.gretchen</span></a></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">★ YouTube:</span><a href="https://www.youtube.com/c/doctorgretchenhawley?sub_confirmation=1"> <span style="font-weight: 400;">https://www.youtube.com/c/doctorgretchenhawley?sub_confirmation=1</span></a></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><br><br></span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">→ Game Changers Course:</span><a href="https://www.doctorgretchenhawley.com/GameChangersCourse"> <span style="font-weight: 400;">https://www.doctorgretchenhawley.com/GameChangersCourse</span></a></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">→ Total Core Program:</span><a href="https://www.doctorgretchenhawley.com/TotalCoreProgram"> <span style="font-weight: 400;">https://www.doctorgretchenhawley.com/TotalCoreProgram</span></a></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">→ The MSing Link:</span><a href="https://www.doctorgretchenhawley.com/TheMSingLink"> <span style="font-weight: 400;">https://www.doctorgretchenhawley.com/TheMSingLink</span></a></p> <p><br><br></p>
April 16, 2025
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">This is the first time I’m talking about my career journey! I dive into my personal journey from being camera shy to becoming an MS specialist and creating "The MSing Link," an online program specifically designed for those with multiple sclerosis (MS).</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Discover how my early days as a Beachbody coach unexpectedly led me to develop accessible exercise programs tailored for people with MS. I'll share insights into how showing up regularly, both personally and on social media, helped me engage with a community eager for wellness expertise.</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Join me as I talk about modifying workouts for Beachbody and how that led to modifying exercises for daily variations in MS symptoms, and how this practice can advance your strength, mobility, and energy levels.</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Learn about my passion for helping individuals navigate their MS journey using research-driven approaches, cultivating a supportive community, and celebrating every victory along the way. Tune in for strategies, exercises, and motivating advice to empower your life with MS and discover the transformative potential of consistency and accessible adaptations.</span></p> <p> </p> <p>Resources mentioned in the episode:</p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The MSing Link, Episode 158, </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">5 Year Anniversary of The MSing Link Online Wellness Program</span><span style="font-weight: 400;"> - </span><a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/158-5-year-anniversary-of-the-msing-link-online/id1583587911?i=1000638398022"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Apple</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> | </span><a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/3wyiXzL7chWRpMqDvtive8?si=-r0E3wvpRlu4i9SP2U0lPA"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Spotify</span></a></p> <p> </p> <p>Additional Resources<span style="font-weight: 400;">:</span><a href="https://www.doctorgretchenhawley.com/insider"> <span style="font-weight: 400;">https://www.doctorgretchenhawley.com/insider</span></a></p> <p>Reach out to Me<span style="font-weight: 400;">: [email protected] </span></p> <p>Website<span style="font-weight: 400;">:</span><a href="http://www.msinglink.com/"> <span style="font-weight: 400;">www.MSingLink.com</span></a></p> <p>Social<span style="font-weight: 400;">: </span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">★ Facebook:</span><a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/mswellness"> <span style="font-weight: 400;">https://www.facebook.com/groups/mswellness</span></a></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">★ Instagram:</span><a href="https://www.instagram.com/doctor.gretchen"> <span style="font-weight: 400;">https://www.instagram.com/doctor.gretchen</span></a></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">★ YouTube:</span><a href="https://www.youtube.com/c/doctorgretchenhawley?sub_confirmation=1"> <span style="font-weight: 400;">https://www.youtube.com/c/doctorgretchenhawley?sub_confirmation=1</span></a></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><br><br></span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">→ Game Changers Course:</span><a href="https://www.doctorgretchenhawley.com/GameChangersCourse"> <span style="font-weight: 400;">https://www.doctorgretchenhawley.com/GameChangersCourse</span></a></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">→ Total Core Program:</span><a href="https://www.doctorgretchenhawley.com/TotalCoreProgram"> <span style="font-weight: 400;">https://www.doctorgretchenhawley.com/TotalCoreProgram</span></a></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">→ The MSing Link:</span><a href="https://www.doctorgretchenhawley.com/TheMSingLink"> <span style="font-weight: 400;">https://www.doctorgretchenhawley.com/TheMSingLink</span></a></p>
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