{"podcast":{"title":"The Strong New York Podcast","slug":"the-strong-new-york-podcast-6922708","podcast_index_feed_id":6922708,"rss_url":"https://feeds.transistor.fm/strong-as-fuck-podcast","website_url":"http://strongnewyork.com","image_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/kcc3jiUZeOZHo5FKG7jNjVmrlpBNyUeKaHTxcYNlboA/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:1400/h:1400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS83ODY5/ODY1MDY4ZWQyNzg0/OWQxOThmY2JlMTc3/MDExOC5qcGc.jpg","author":"Kenny Santucci","episode_count":86,"summary":"Being STRONG is more than just how much weight you can lift. The Strong New York Podcast is dedicated to inspiring you to become your strongest self- in the gym, in business, in relationships and in life. Join Kenny as he sits down with his strong as fuck buddies and shoots the shit on what it takes to be strong willed, strong minded and physically strong. Season one features everyone from entrepreneurs and local business owners to doctors and industry leaders in the fitness and wellness space. With over a decade of experience, Kenny Santucci has made himself known as one of New York City’s top trainers and a thought leader in the health and wellness industry. After transforming his life at 15 years old through fitness, Kenny made it his mission to transform the lives of those around him. Kenny has trained some of Hollywood’s biggest stars, including Jon Bon Jovi, Liev Schreiber, and Frank Ocean, and has been tapped as a fitness expert sharing his training approach with Men’s Health, Men’s Journal, Runner's World, SHAPE, Well+Good, among other publications. Kenny is the creator of STRONG New York, NYC's only Health and Fitness Expo. Strong New York is an immersive day of workouts,…","last_synced_at":"2026-07-30T00:17:47.692514+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-strong-new-york-podcast-6922708"},"episode":{"title":"Podiatrist Dr. Emily Splichal on Foot Nerves, Toe Spacers, and Why Shoes Affect Your Whole Body","slug":"podiatrist-dr-emily-splichal-on-foot-nerves-toe-spacers-and-why-shoes-affect-your-whole-body","published_at":"2026-03-04T13:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-strong-new-york-podcast-6922708/podiatrist-dr-emily-splichal-on-foot-nerves-toe-spacers-and-why-shoes-affect-your-whole-body","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-strong-new-york-podcast-6922708","url":"https://share.transistor.fm/s/61d1b8b8","audio_url":"https://media.transistor.fm/61d1b8b8/cbae54db.mp3","summary":"In January, The Strong New York Podcast hit the road at the LA Fit Expo, where Kenny connected with Dr. Emily Splichal — functional podiatrist, human movement specialist, and founder of Naboso, a company creating sensory-based tools designed to stimulate the nerves in the feet and enhance movement and performance. Together, they unpack why foot health is foundational to strength, stability, and long-term resilience. Dr. Splichal breaks down the shift from minimal to maximal footwear, addresses lingering misconceptions from the barefoot running era, and explains why shoe selection should be categorical based on the specific activity. She challenges the obsession with hitting 10,000 steps, advocating instead for higher-quality walking and the integration of quick, reactive movements to support fall prevention and longevity. The conversation also explores the body’s interconnected “stacking domes” — detailing how the feet link to the pelvic floor, diaphragm, and even the tongue through fascia — and dives into pelvic floor contraction versus relaxation in pregnancy and Pilates, as well as why women benefit from lifting heavier than they often think. The episode closes with a live foot assessment and practical takeaways, including toe spacers and simple daily recovery strategies you can start immediately. If your goal is to move better, build real strength, and create a body that lasts, this conversation truly starts from the ground up. 00:00 Live at LA Fit Expo 00:40 Meet Dr Emily and No Boso 01:25 The Science of Texture 02:39 Minimal vs Maximal Shoes 05:45 Running Boom and Hybrid Shoes 06:45 Choosing the Right Footwear 09:03 Barefoot Training for Pain 11:38 Better Steps Not More 12:37 Quick Movement for Longevity 14:18 Foot to Pelvic Floor Connection 16:03 Pregnancy and P…","meta_description":"In January, The Strong New York Podcast hit the road at the LA Fit Expo, where Kenny connected with Dr. Emily Splichal — functional podiatrist, human move…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":1989,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/the-strong-new-york-podcast-6922708/episodes/podiatrist-dr-emily-splichal-on-foot-nerves-toe-spacers-and-why-shoes-affect-your-whole-body/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-strong-new-york-podcast-6922708/podiatrist-dr-emily-splichal-on-foot-nerves-toe-spacers-and-why-shoes-affect-your-whole-body.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}