The Art of Wellness

Is Your Workout Routine Actually Destroying Your Body? We’ve all been told that "more is better" when it comes to fitness, but chasing constant exhaustion is a recipe for physical breakdown. In this episode of "The Art of Wellness" podcast, Dr. Gerry Robles DPT and combat sports coach Ramy Daoud expose the toxic "no pain, no gain" fitness culture that leads straight to the overtraining trap and de...

Are you falling into the "Annihilation Trap?" In this episode of "The Art of Wellness" podcast, Dr. Gerry Robles DPT (Art of PT owner in Naperville Illinois) and Coach Ramy Daoud (Phoenix Sports Empire) expose the toxic fitness culture that is destroying athletes' longevity. We break down why being "dead" after a workout is actually a sign of failure and how to train for a body that lasts into you...

Are you stuck on the "work-life hamster wheel?" In this episode, Dr. Gerry (doctor of physical therapy and Coach Ramy (combat sports coach) sit down to recap a massive 2025 and look ahead to 2026. We dive deep into the biological reality of stress, why the "corporate" way of doing things is failing you, and how to finally stimulate your vagus nerve to reset your system. What You’ll Learn: -The Vag...

Why You Fail at New Year’s Resolutions (The "February Trap") Why do most New Year’s Resolutions fail by mid-February? In this episode, Dr. Gerry (Doctor of Physical Therapy) breaks down the fitness and wellness mistakes that lead to burnout, injury, and quitting. If you’ve ever felt motivated in January only to feel achy and tired by March, this 3-step system is for you. We dive deep into why moti...

In this episode of "The Art of Wellness," Dr. Gerry Robles, doctor of physical therapy, sits down with combat sports coach Ramy Daoud for a raw, no-BS conversation about mental health, social media addiction, confidence, and the loss of real human connection. From Japan travel stories to deep talk about scrolling culture, dopamine hits, and loneliness, Gerry and Ramy explore how constant digital s...

In this episode of "The Art of Wellness" podcast, Dr. Gerry Robles, Doctor of Physical Therapy, breaks down the truth about back pain, why so many people still suffer, and what actually works to fix it. Learn why most cases of back pain aren’t caused by structural damage, how fear and stress amplify pain, and the biggest myths keeping people stuck (like “resting is recovery” or “your MRI shows the...

In this raw, unfiltered episode of "The Art of Wellness Podcast", doctor of physical therapy, Gerry Robles (owner of Art of PT Sports Physical Therapy), sits down with MMA Coach Ramy Daoud (owner of Phoenix Sports Empire) for a real talk on what it actually takes to walk away from the 9 to 5, start a business with no backup plan, and push through burnout, self-doubt, and the pressure to play it sa...

In this important episode of "The Art of Wellness podcast," Gerry is joined by pelvic health physical therapist Dr. Julia Rosenthal, PT, DPT to talk about a topic most men never hear about: the pelvic floor. From erectile dysfunction and premature ejaculation to pelvic pain and urinary issues, this episode explores how pelvic floor physical therapy can address common yet overlooked challenges in m...

In the eye-opening episode 10 of "The Art of Wellness" podcast, Dr. Gerry Robles, PT, DPT, is joined by pelvic health expert Dr. Aissa Mcguirl, PT, DPT from  ⁨@connectthebodydots⁩   to discuss the vital yet often overlooked role of the pelvic floor in sexual health, movement, and overall wellness. Whether you’re an athlete, postpartum, or dealing with issues like incontinence or pain with sex, thi...

In this episode of "The Art of Wellness" podcast, Dr. Gerry Robles, PT, DPT, introduces himself more formally (that's me, as I write this lol) , shares the purpose behind launching this fitness and wellness podcast, and breaks down common myths and misconceptions about back pain. Learn how modern physical therapy, pain science, and a biopsychosocial approach can help you better understand and mana...

In this episode of the "Art of Wellness" podcast, we talk back pain. Are common back pain treatments actually helping—or making things worse? In this episode, Dr. Gerry Robles, PT, DPT, and special guest Danny Gustin, CPT, break down why treatments like steroid injections and surgeries often fail, the power of movement and physical therapy for lasting relief, and how fear of movement can make pain...

In this episode of "The Art of Wellness" podcast, we sit down with Coach Ramy Daoud, an experienced combat sports coach, to explore the crucial intersection of physical therapy, injury prevention, and combat sports training. We discuss the biggest misconceptions about training for MMA, boxing, and kickboxing, how fighters can manage injuries, and the role of physical therapy in improving performan...

In this episode of "The Art of Wellness" podcast we chat with Dr. Melanie Ziaziaris (another Doctor of Physical Therapy). Dr. Melanie is one half of the  @thephysiodiariespodcast and a travel physical therapist.  We dive deep into the world of movement, exercise, and holistic health. We also discuss the misconceptions about physical therapy, the power of movement for pain management, the rise of p...

On the fifth episode of "The Art of Wellness" podcast, Doctor of Physical Therapy, Dr. Gerry Robles, chats with combat sports coach Ramy Daoud. Ramy is the owner of Phoenix Sports Empire, a more individualized and private combat sports academy.  We discuss structuring training for mma/boxing/grappling athletes and how we hate cookie cutter corporate combat sports gyms/physical therapy clinics. We...

On the fourth episode of "The Art of Wellness" podcast, Doctor of Physical Therapy, Dr. Gerry Robles, welcomes back Danny Gustin for a chat with AI. We discuss our journeys that brought us into our respective wellness fields and also apologize to AI multiple times. Many exercise and fitness related topics are touched on. Enjoy!  SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST ► https://www.youtube.com/@TheArtofwellnessp...

On the third episode of "The Art of Wellness" podcast, Doctor of Physical Therapy, Dr. Gerry Robles, chats with Brad Johns about how to manage your health/wellness as a business owner. We discuss Brad's health journey and how he manages his physical ailments. Brad is the Owner of BJJ Lab in Naperville, Illinois and a jiu-jitsu black belt.  SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST ► https://www.youtube.com/@TheArt...

On the second episode of "The Art of Wellness" podcast, physical therapist Dr. Gerry Robles chats with nutritionist and jiu jitsu black belt John Brooks. We chat about nutrition myths and how consistency always reigns supreme with (insert whatever you want here). For audio listeners, the beginning part is John teaching a rear naked choke, so check out the video on youtube for a visual.  SUBSCRIBE...

On the first episode of "The Art of Wellness" podcast, physical therapist Dr. Gerry Robles sits down with certified personal trainer Danny Gustin to discuss the art of working with people, the multidimensional nature of pain and how physical therapy has helped Danny. SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST ► https://www.youtube.com/@TheArtofwellnesspod LISTEN ON ► SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/4Of8unVsm...