Strong Bones, Long Life: Rethinking Bone Health & Longevity

What happens when sound becomes something you feel? In this episode of Root to Rise, Dr. Emily Splichal welcomes Barbara Depta of Resync Your Body to explore vibroacoustics—the experience of sound through vibration—and its place in conversations about body awareness, relaxation, and recovery. Barbara shares her approach to combining movement, breathwork, and sensory experiences, including her vibroacoustic chair. Together, they discuss the relationship between sensation and presence, why recovery deserves space in our daily lives, and how we can become more attentive to what our bodies are telling us. Tune in for a conversation about sound, fascia, and reconnecting with your body. Subscribe to Root to Rise for more conversations on sensory intelligence, movement longevity, and what it means to feel alive. To learn more about Resync Your body - www.resyncyourbody.com 👣 Connect with Dr. Emily Splichal: Consultations: www.dremilysplichal.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/dremilydpm

What if understanding healing starts with understanding the body's own capacity for change? In this episode of Root to Rise, Dr. Emily Splichal welcomes back Dr. Sean Drake to explore energy—from cellular processes to our everyday experience of vitality, movement, and connection. Together, they unpack the idea that "you are the modality," exploring how breath, movement, and nervous system awareness fit into a broader approach to health. They also discuss tools Dr. Drake incorporates into his practice, including PEMF, and how he thinks about their role alongside the body's own healing processes. A conversation about curiosity, participation, and what it means to take an active role in your health. Learn more about Dr Sean at: www.moderneathlete.com 👣 Connect with Dr. Emily Splichal: Consultations: www.dremilysplichal.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/dremilydpm 🎧 Follow & Subscribe for More: New episodes exploring barefoot science, nervous system health, emotional regulation, and holistic human performance.

Foot pain isn't always a sign of weakness. Sometimes, it's a sign that your foot is being asked to handle more load than it currently has the capacity to manage. In this episode of Root to Rise, Dr. Emily Splichal breaks down the concept of the overloaded arch and why strengthening alone may not be the answer. Dr Emily explores how repetitive stress, footwear, movement patterns, tissue capacity, and sensory input influence the way the foot absorbs and responds to load. Learn how to recognize when an arch is overloaded, why pain can be a signal to change the way we're loading the body, and how to build greater foot resilience without simply adding more support. Because a strong foot isn't one that never experiences stress — it's one that can sense, adapt, and respond to it. 👣 Connect with Dr. Emily Splichal: Consultations: www.dremilysplichal.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/dremilydpm

What really goes into bringing a movie like Stupid Shoes to life? In this episode, I sit down with Dee Libine the producer of Stupid Shoes for a behind-the-scenes conversation about the making of the film, the story that inspired it, the challenges of production, and what it takes to turn an idea into a finished movie. We talk about the creative process, memorable moments from the set, the people who helped make the film happen, and what audiences can expect from Stupid Shoes. 🎬 A candid conversation about filmmaking, storytelling, and the journey behind Stupid Shoes. What the trailer of Stupid Shoes https://youtu.be/CFCT1IqsVmc?si=-HJNExEpYcTTlrlr Learn more about Stupid Shoes movie - www.stupidshoesmovie.com

What if one simple exercise could change the way you connect to your feet, stabilize your arch, and build a stronger foundation for movement? In this episode of Root to Rise, Dr. Emily Splichal breaks down one of the most important exercises she teaches: Short Foot. More than an arch-strengthening exercise, Short Foot is about learning how to create tension and stability through the intrinsic muscles of the foot while maintaining connection to the ground. Dr. Emily walks through the anatomy behind Short Foot, why foot position and sensory awareness matter, common mistakes that change the exercise, and how to progress Short Foot from an isolated activation into standing and dynamic movement. You'll learn why Short Foot has remained a cornerstone of Dr. Emily's approach to barefoot training—and why mastering this seemingly simple exercise can change the way you think about foot strength. In this episode: What Short Foot actually is The anatomy behind the exercise Intrinsic vs. extrinsic foot muscles Creating the "shortening" action without curling the toes Why sensory input matters Common Short Foot mistakes When and how to use Short Foot How to progress from activation to integrated movement Your feet don't just need to be stronger. They need to know how to respond. 👣 Connect with Dr. Emily Splichal: Consultations: www.dremilysplichal.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/dremilydpm