Pursuing Health

Julie Foucher Brown MD, MS is a four-time CrossFit Games athlete and family physician. Her passion lies in bridging the gap between fitness and medicine to empower individuals to live healthier, more fulfilling lives. Every third Tuesday, she shares insightful content from a diverse lineup of guests, including medical experts and elite athletes.

Pursuing Health is a health podcast hosted by Julie Foucher Brown MD, MS., with 312 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

Julie Foucher Brown MD, MS. hosts Pursuing Health, a health show with 312 episodes published.

Our AI reads these to draft pitches. Use them as grounding for a pitch that cites a real guest and a specific topic.

• 

  Episode #339

  A New Chapter: Motherhood, Postpartum & What’s Next for Pursuing Health PH339

  Sep 29, 202610 min

  Three months into motherhood, I’m sharing a personal update on life with baby Jax, my postpartum experience, and what this new chapter has been teaching me about time, priorities, and what matters most. After 11 years of Pursuing Health, I’m also taking some time to step back and reevaluate the podcast—what role it plays in my life, how I want to spend my limited time, and what direction it might take next. It’s not goodbye. It’s see you later. Resources: Related Episodes: Ep 335 - Empowered Motherhood with Annie Thorisdottir and Katrin Davidsdottir Ep 333 - Life Update: We’re Having a Baby! If you like this episode, please subscribe to Pursuing Health on iTunes and give it a rating or share your feedback on social media using the hashtag #PursuingHealth. I look forward to bringing you future episodes with inspiring individuals and ideas about health. Disclaimer: This podcast is for general information only, and does not provide medical advice. I recommend that you seek assistance from your personal physician for any health conditions or concerns.

  ListenShow Notes
• 

  Episode #338

  Nutrition + Fertility PH338

  Sep 8, 202630 min

  In this episode, I’m sharing conversations with experts in fertility and nutrition to explore how we can better support reproductive health before and during pregnancy. Functional nutritionist Brigid Titgemeier shares practical, evidence-based recommendations for pregnancy nutrition and discusses how maternal nutrition influences both immediate and long-term health outcomes. WeNatal founders Ronit Menashe and Vida Delrahim examine the growing fertility crisis, highlighting trends in reproductive health, common barriers to conception, and the importance of fertility awareness and education. Together, these conversations offer valuable perspectives on preparing for pregnancy, supporting reproductive health, and building a foundation for healthier families. Related Episodes: Ep 291 - Nutrition for Pregnancy with Brigid Titgemeier Ep 314 - The Fertility Crisis + Support for Couples with Ronit Menashe + Vida Delrahim If you like this episode, please subscribe to Pursuing Health on iTunes and give it a rating or share your feedback on social media using the hashtag #PursuingHealth. I look forward to bringing you future episodes with inspiring individuals and ideas about health. Disclaimer: This podcast is for general information only, and does not provide medical advice. I recommend that you seek assistance from your personal physician for any health conditions or concerns.

  ListenShow Notes
• 

  Episode #337

  My 8 Areas of Focus During Pregnancy PH337

  Aug 18, 202639 min

  Pregnancy was an incredible learning experience, and nothing made me dive deeper into the research than going through it myself. I’m sharing the eight areas I focused on during pregnancy that I found most helpful: movement, nutrition, hydration, supplementation, sleep, mindset and nervous system, body work, and choosing my birth team and environment. I also share one of the most important lessons I learned along the way: aim for an A-, not an A+. Pregnancy doesn’t have to be perfect, and trying to optimize every detail can create unnecessary stress. This is a personal reflection on my experience—not medical advice—and I hope it gives you a helpful starting point for your own research and conversations with your healthcare team. Resources: Empower by Dottir Ina May's Guide to Childbirth Birthing from Within Hypnobirthing: A Natural Approach To A Safe, Easier, More Comfortable Birthing The First Forty Days Spinning Babies WeNatal Seen Nutrition Calcium Chews https://scholarworks.waldenu.edu/dissertations/13765/ https://www.science.org/doi/10.1126/science.adn5421?utm_source=brevo&utm_campaign=sugar_restriction https://www.acog.org/womens-health/faqs/healthy-eating-during-pregnancy https://www.dsm-firmenich.com/en/businesses/health-nutrition-care/news/talking-nutrition/highlights-from-acog.html https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21857221/ https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC5524288/ https://www.cochrane.org/evidence/CD005123_antenatal-perineal-massage-reducing-perineal-trauma https://evidencebasedbirth.com/the-evidence-for-doulas/ https://www.acog.org/clinical/clinical-guidance/committee-opinion/articles/2019/02/approaches-to-limit-intervention-during-labor-and-birth https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC6491161/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23857334/ Related Episodes: Ep 314 - The Fertility Crisis + Support for Couples Ep 335 - Empowered Motherhood with Annie Thorisdottir + Katrin Davidsdottir If you like this episode, please subscribe to Pursuing Health on iTunes and give it a rating or share your feedback on social media using the hashtag #PursuingHealth. I look forward to bringing you future episodes with inspiring individuals and ideas about health. Disclaimer: This podcast is for general information only, and does not provide medical advice. I recommend that you seek assistance from your personal physician for any health conditions or concerns.

  ListenShow Notes
• 

  Episode #336

  Pelvic Floor Health + Diastatis Recti: What Every Active Woman Should Know PH336

  Jul 30, 202653 min

  In this compilation episode, I’m bringing together insights from four experts to explore pelvic floor health during pregnancy and postpartum. Pelvic floor physical therapist Julie Wiebe, DPT shares a broader perspective on how the pelvic floor works as part of the entire movement system and why pressure management matters for athletes, both male and female, at every stage of life. Dr. Alexis Morgan and Dr. Christina Prevett discuss what current research says about CrossFit, exercise, and pelvic floor function during pregnancy, helping separate evidence from common misconceptions. Lisa Kozian Ryan offers practical guidance on training during pregnancy, recovering postpartum, and healing diastasis recti while building strength and confidence along the way. Together, these conversations provide evidence-based education and empowering strategies to help women stay active, resilient, and informed throughout pregnancy, postpartum recovery, and beyond. Related Episodes: Ep 83 - Pelvic Floor Health for Athletes: Dr. Julie Wiebe Ep. 285 - What the research says about CrossFit + pregnancy: Dr. Alexis Morgan + Dr. Christina Prevett Ep 82 - Training During Pregnancy and Healing Diastasis Recti: Lisa Kozian Ryan If you like this episode, please subscribe to Pursuing Health on iTunes and give it a rating or share your feedback on social media using the hashtag #PursuingHealth. I look forward to bringing you future episodes with inspiring individuals and ideas about health. Disclaimer: This podcast is for general information only, and does not provide medical advice. I recommend that you seek assistance from your personal physician for any health conditions or concerns.

  ListenShow Notes
• 

  Episode #333

  Life Update: We’re Having a Baby! PH333

  May 26, 202620 minS0

  <p>In this special solo episode, I’m sharing a personal update on the experiences that have shaped my life over the past several years. From the inner work that transformed my approach to relationships and personal growth, to meeting my husband, building a family with our adopted son, and finding a deeper sense of joy and connection, this chapter has been full of unexpected blessings. I also open up about my fertility journey, the challenges we faced along the way, and the incredible surprise of becoming pregnant shortly after our wedding. As we prepare to welcome a baby boy in...

  ListenShow Notes

Recent guests on Pursuing Health. Study who booked and why before you pitch.

Based on semantic analysis of episode topics and host coverage, this show is a strong guest fit for executives in:

Industry fit is computed by PitchCentric using vector embeddings of the show's episode catalog.