72: Better Than Good Enough w/ Jenna Muri-Rosenthal, SLP-CCC

Welcome to Waves, a podcast from APTA Michigan, hosted by Andy Wicks. In this episode, Andy sits down with Jenna Muri-Rosenthal, a speech language pathologist, certified brain injury specialist, and certified level two CrossFit trainer. Jenna is the founder of Fit to Function Recovery, a remarkable facility dedicated to helping individuals with neurological conditions reach their full potential through innovative fitness strategies. Join us as Jenna shares her journey, insights into the evolving world of rehab, and how her program is making a difference by providing a 'better than good enough' recovery experience. From her work with those with chronic neurological conditions to incorporating CrossFit principles in rehabilitation, this conversation is a must-listen for rehabilitation professionals and anyone interested in cutting-edge recovery methods. 00:00 Introduction to Waves Podcast 00:24 Meet Jenna Muri-Rosenthal 01:47 The Journey to Fit to Function Recovery 02:31 Challenges in Traditional Rehab 03:18 CrossFit and Cognitive Rehabilitation 04:17 Functional Movement and Recovery 06:46 Empowering Patients Beyond Good Enough 10:04 Measuring Progress in Rehab 16:55 Making Rehab Functional and Relatable 20:00 Normalizing Movement in the Gym 22:19 Overcoming Hesitation in Fitness 23:06 Creating Inclusive Fitness Environments 24:52 Adapting Sports for Recovery 26:05 The Power of Functional Fitness 27:23 Encouraging New Challenges 32:42 The Importance of Words in Rehabilitation 35:26 Continuing Care Beyond Rehab 38:01 Conclusion and Resources