When it comes to managing pain–especially chronic pain–acknowledging the relationship between the mind and body is essential. With this, we know that both physical therapy and psychotherapy can be critical parts of recovering from and coping with pain and injury. In this episode I sat down with my client-turned-friend, Payton Bush, who is currently studying to become a clinical mental health counselor to talk about all things mental health.We discuss:Payton’s background as an athlete and her experience navigating the healthcare system after a hip injuryHow Payton has reclaimed her athlete identity and shifted her perspective around how she manages chronic hip painThe intricate connection between physical and mental health and how it impacts our well-beingWhy Payton chose to pursue a career in mental health counselingThe struggles of finding the right therapist and how to navigate the alphabet soup of therapist credentialsAnd much more!Connect with Payton on LinkedInLet’s connect! Here's where you can find me...Instagram: @tori.fortitude.ptWebsite: www.fortitudeptw.comEmail: [email protected]

There are many superficial questions about fitness that tend to float around the internet and spark debate. Does lifting make you bulky? Which exercises will grow your glutes and “snatch” your waist? Should I do “this” or “that” for “x” result? But in this episode, strength and conditioning coach Allison Tenney calls us in to go deeper and consider the systems of oppression that lie beneath these questions.Spoiler alert: there is much to be gained from moving your body outside of physical performance or physique. If you’re a fan of deep and important conversations, you’re not going to want to miss this one!In this episode, we discuss:Allison’s background as an athlete turned soccer coach turned online fitness coach for womenA look into Allison’s business and the layers of messaging underneath her social media posts and strength programsHow exercise can help us improve our capacity to tolerate discomfort outside the gymThe use of movement as a somatic practice and the idea of “remembering and re-membering the body”The importance of getting off the hamster wheel of "never enough"And so much more!Follow Allison on Instagram @allisontenneyLet’s connect! Here's where you can find me...Instagram: @tori.fortitude.ptWebsite: www.fortitudeptw.comEmail: [email protected]

Happy New Year! 2024 is a big year because in less than six months I'll be tying the knot with my best friend, who also happens to be a Doctor of Physical Therapy. So to kick off the year I’ve brought my fiancé, Joe McIntire, onto the podcast for a conversation about the field of physical therapy, new years goals, and more. In this episode we discuss:Joe’s background as an athlete turned Doctor of Physical Therapy, as well as the story of how we metOur perspectives on the state of physical therapy, including what we love and don’t love about the professionOur most and least favorite painful body regions to treat and whyOur own personal experiences with pain and injury and how we’ve managed themWhat we think are the most underrated and overrated pain management and recovery strategiesOur goals and what we’re looking forward to in 2024And more!Follow Joe on Instagram @joemac530 or shoot him an email at [email protected]’s connect! Here's where you can find me...Instagram: @tori.fortitude.ptWebsite: www.fortitudeptw.comEmail: [email protected]

Welcome back to the final episode of Finding Fortitude for 2023! The end of the year can be a great time for reflecting and setting new goals for the new year ahead. However, I know that many people are also feeling exhausted and burnt out this time of year so feel free to come back and listen to this episode when the time is right for you.In this solo episode with me, you’ll hear:How I’ve taken action to prepare for next year’s holiday season to prioritize rest, recovery and reflection (and how you can too!)The importance of reflection as a way to commemorate the past, sit with the present and plan for the futureA few helpful tips for having a more meaningful end of year reflectionA list of reflection questions that you can go through, separated into 4 categories: Finish, Frame, Forward, and FlourishAnd more!I want to extend my sincerest gratitude for your support this past year. Your time is valuable and the fact that you choose to spend it here listening to this podcast is something I don’t take for granted.This is just the beginning and I can’t wait to continue learning and growing alongside you in the coming years. Have a happy new year and I’ll talk to you in 2024!Let’s connect! Here's where you can find me...Instagram: @tori.fortitude.ptWebsite: www.fortitudeptw.comEmail: [email protected]

Are you a runner or endurance athlete? If so, this episode is for you! In this episode you’ll hear from registered sports dietitian, Kathryn Ward MS, RD, CNSC, about her journey recovering from ACL injuries not once, but twice, and how she successfully made her way back to running and training for a marathon!Kathryn and I discussed:The road to recovery after ACL reconstruction surgery (x 2!)The importance of adequate nutrition and strength training for runners and endurance athletesRecommendations for fueling before, during, and after a training sessionWhy carbs are so important for runners and endurance athletesThe potential consequences of under-fuelingAnd LOTS more!Get in touch with Kathryn via email: [email protected]’s connect! Here's where you can find me...Instagram: @tori.fortitude.ptWebsite: www.fortitudeptw.comEmail: [email protected]

Life is full of transitions and changes, each challenging us in different ways. But as former athletes, we often have an especially hard time with the transitions that require us to slow down and rest. Sound familiar?Today, Megan Reuter joins me on the podcast to explore this topic and to discuss:Overuse injuries as a collegiate athleteTransitioning to life after sport and starting a 9-to-5Finding community in life after sportNavigating pregnancy and motherhood and establishing a new relationship with exerciseAnd MORE!Follow Megan on IG @therootedathleteCheck out The Rooted Athlete Podcast Let’s connect! Here's where you can find me...Instagram: @tori.fortitude.ptWebsite: www.fortitudeptw.comEmail: [email protected]

I'm baaaack! I've been on a bit of a hiatus from the podcast, but I'm no where near done. Don't call it a comeback (or do!). This episode is dedicated to all of my fellow recovering perfectionists out there who are ready to start embracing "good enough" so they can live their best lives.In this episode you’ll hear about:Why I took a break from the podcast for over 6 monthsHow perfectionism keeps us playing safe and staying smallMy process for addressing perfectionism, one small step at a timeWhat you can expect for the podcast moving forwardLet’s connect! Here's where you can find me...Instagram: @tori.fortitude.ptWebsite: www.fortitudeptw.comEmail: [email protected]

Stress is a normal part of life, but our past experiences have an impact on how we perceive, respond to, and manage stress. In this episode I chat with Jessica Patching-Bunch (JPB), a stress management coach, educator, and speaker who is involved in neuroscience research. JPB is one of my favorite people to talk nerdy with and we are lucky enough to have her as our stress resilience coach in my upcoming group coaching program, Former Athlete Fortitude! We discuss:JPB's experience as an athlete, her background in neuroscience, and why she decided to become a stress management coachSome common challenges that former athletes face when it comes to stress managementThe need to shift our relationship with stress as former athletesWhy having a foundational understanding of how stress affects our mind and body is important for navigating stressful situationsWhat you can expect to learn from JPB in Former Athlete FortitudeAnd MUCH more!Important linksFormer Athlete Fortitude Information + Application: https://www.fortitudeptw.com/former-athlete-fortitude-group-coaching-programFollow JPB on IG: @jpb.brainbodyresilienceJPB's website: www.brain-bodyresilience.comConnect with me!Instagram: @tori.fortitude.ptWebsite: www.fortitudeptw.comEmail: [email protected]

In this episode, I talk about all things nutrition in life after sport with registered dietitian and nutrition coach, Katie Spada! Katie is one of the guest coaches who will be providing education and resources in my upcoming group coaching program, Former Athlete Fortitude. I admire her passion for helping former athletes optimize their diet while finding food freedom and coping with body changes in life after sport. She is an incredible coach, human, and honestly a warm ray of sunshine!We discuss:Katie's background as an athlete, registered dietitian and coachSome of the biggest challenges that former athletes face when it comes to nutritionWhy meal plans are not actually helping you with your nutrition habitsHow enjoyment of food and eating "healthy" are not mutually exclusiveWhat you can expect to learn/gain from Katie in Former Athlete FortitudeAnd more!Important linksFormer Athlete Fortitude Group Coaching Program Waitlist: www.fortitudeptw.com/fafwaitlistFollow Katie on IG: @fueling.former.athletesKatie's website: www.spadastrongnutrition.com Let’s connect!Instagram: @tori.fortitude.ptWebsite: www.fortitudeptw.comEmail: [email protected]

In this episode, I chat with strength and conditioning coach, Ashley Barry. Ashley is one of the guest coaches who will be providing education and resources in my upcoming group coaching program, Former Athlete Fortitude. She is a wealth of knowledge and is super passionate about helping athletes and former athletes train in a way that honors their own self-authority and self-trust.We discuss:Ashley's background as an athlete and now coachSome of the biggest challenges and concerns that former athletes have when it comes to exercise and fitnessWhy self-trust and flexibility are important for improving consistency with exercise in life after sportThe difference between compassionate accountability and rigid rules and self-disciplineWhat you can expect to learn/gain from Ashley in Former Athlete FortitudeAnd much more!Important linksFormer Athlete Fortitude Group Coaching Program Waitlist: www.fortitudeptw.com/fafwaitlistFollow Ashley on IG: @barry_strengthLet’s connect!Instagram: @tori.fortitude.ptWebsite: www.fortitudeptw.comEmail: [email protected]