Dr. Kyle Hartman sits down with Val Valdez, founder and owner of Strength Monterey, to talk about the unconventional path that led her away from Duke PT school and into personal training, a pivot that turned into a thriving boutique strength studio and a six-year-strong community on the Monterey Peninsula.

Val shares why education and science-backed training are non negotiables at her gym, how she built her clientele through relationships with physical therapists, and why she refuses to compromise her coaching philosophy. They dive into the biggest misconceptions women have about strength training (no, you won't get bulky), the undeniable case for lifting weights as a longevity tool, and why strength training might just be the highest form of self-care. Plus: the power of building a healthcare team that respects each other's lanes, and what failing at the gym can teach you about resilience in business and in life.

Whether you're a cardio queen curious about the weight room, a provider looking to collaborate, or someone who just loves a good career-pivot story — this one's for you!

What would healthcare look like if we built it around what people actually need?

In this episode of The Floor Is Yours, Dr. Kyle Hartman shares the heart behind Monterey Pelvic Health and the values that have shaped the clinic over the last six years. From hour-long, individualized appointments and trauma-informed care to inclusivity, collaboration, body autonomy, and investing deeply in clinicians, Kyle explains why every part of the practice has been built with intention.

At the center of it all is one simple belief: treat the whole person, not just the pelvic floor. This episode is a look behind the scenes at what that means in practice, why it matters, and the kind of healthcare Kyle believes patients deserve.

Welcome to the first episode of The Floor Is Yours!

In this introductory episode, Dr. Kyle Hartman shares more about who she is, what led her to become a pelvic floor physical therapist, and why she decided to start this podcast.

After years of having conversations that often feel too personal, uncomfortable, or “too much” for everyday spaces, Kyle wanted to create a place where nothing about the body is off-limits. The Floor Is Yours is designed to make pelvic health, sexual wellness, relationships, business, and personal growth feel more approachable through honest conversations, expert insight, and real-life experiences.

Kyle also offers a glimpse into her own journey as a clinician, business owner, former athlete, and woman continually learning how to better understand her body and herself.

This episode is an introduction to Kyle, the heart behind the podcast, and the open, judgment-free conversations still to come.