From Back Pain to Balance: Building Resilient Health with Dr. Coffman
Sun Feb 01 2026
Healthy aging isn’t just about years—it's about living well NOW to enjoy vibrant decades ahead!
Or as we jokingly say in this episode, "two-steppin' your way to better health!"
We had the pleasure of featuring Dr. Jacob Coffman of Optimize Chiropractic. The conversation isn’t just about pain relief; it’s about mastering mobility, building healthspan, and making sustainable changes for the long run.
Here are our top 3 takeaways:
Healthspan should MATCH lifespan: Don’t just aim to live longer; aim to maximize the years you’re strong, mobile, and active. Dr. Coffman highlights that the average person spends about 12 years in poor health—let’s reduce that gap!Personalization is key: One-size-fits-all care doesn’t exist. Whether it’s strength training, lifestyle tweaks, or balancing work/life demands, effective plans are tailored to each person’s goals and realities.It’s never too late to start: No matter your age or starting point, small, consistent steps—like upping your daily steps, increasing fiber, or focusing on balance—can lead to meaningful improvement.
We love Dr. Coffman's reminder that we should set realistic goals, move consistently, and fiercely protect our function as we age. Baby steps, done regularly, deliver big results!
If you like this episode, please let us know. We appreciate the feed back, and your support of offset costs of producing the podcast!
Moments
00:00 Journey to Love and Career
04:07 Extending Healthspan Over Lifespan
09:53 Choosing the Right Practitioner
11:55 Choose the Right Chiropractic Care
15:18 Chiropractic: Pain Relief & Function
18:28 Personalized Goal Achievement Strategies
23:03 Baseline Data Tracks Recovery Progress
24:26 Tracking Progress and Personalizing Care
28:04 Patient Consultation and Exam Process
31:54 Personalized Care for Unique Lives
34:20 Effective Personal Training Plans
40:16 "Gradual Progress for Better Health"
43:04 Debunking Aging and Pain Myths
46:42 Never Too Late to Start
49:42 "Importance of Support for Wellness"
54:07 Progress Through Consistent Baby Steps
We would love to hear from you.
Give us your feedback, or suggest a topic, by leaving us a voice message.
Email us at hello@lookingforwardourway.com.
Find us on Bluesky and Facebook.
Please review our podcast on Google!
And of course, everything can be found on our website, Looking Forward Our Way.
Recorded in Studio C at 511 Studios. A production of Circle 270 Media® Podcast...
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Healthy aging isn’t just about years—it's about living well NOW to enjoy vibrant decades ahead! Or as we jokingly say in this episode, "two-steppin' your way to better health!" We had the pleasure of featuring Dr. Jacob Coffman of Optimize Chiropractic. The conversation isn’t just about pain relief; it’s about mastering mobility, building healthspan, and making sustainable changes for the long run. Here are our top 3 takeaways: Healthspan should MATCH lifespan: Don’t just aim to live longer; aim to maximize the years you’re strong, mobile, and active. Dr. Coffman highlights that the average person spends about 12 years in poor health—let’s reduce that gap!Personalization is key: One-size-fits-all care doesn’t exist. Whether it’s strength training, lifestyle tweaks, or balancing work/life demands, effective plans are tailored to each person’s goals and realities.It’s never too late to start: No matter your age or starting point, small, consistent steps—like upping your daily steps, increasing fiber, or focusing on balance—can lead to meaningful improvement. We love Dr. Coffman's reminder that we should set realistic goals, move consistently, and fiercely protect our function as we age. Baby steps, done regularly, deliver big results! If you like this episode, please let us know. We appreciate the feed back, and your support of offset costs of producing the podcast! Moments 00:00 Journey to Love and Career 04:07 Extending Healthspan Over Lifespan 09:53 Choosing the Right Practitioner 11:55 Choose the Right Chiropractic Care 15:18 Chiropractic: Pain Relief & Function 18:28 Personalized Goal Achievement Strategies 23:03 Baseline Data Tracks Recovery Progress 24:26 Tracking Progress and Personalizing Care 28:04 Patient Consultation and Exam Process 31:54 Personalized Care for Unique Lives 34:20 Effective Personal Training Plans 40:16 "Gradual Progress for Better Health" 43:04 Debunking Aging and Pain Myths 46:42 Never Too Late to Start 49:42 "Importance of Support for Wellness" 54:07 Progress Through Consistent Baby Steps We would love to hear from you. Give us your feedback, or suggest a topic, by leaving us a voice message. Email us at hello@lookingforwardourway.com. Find us on Bluesky and Facebook. Please review our podcast on Google! And of course, everything can be found on our website, Looking Forward Our Way. Recorded in Studio C at 511 Studios. A production of Circle 270 Media® Podcast...