In Vital Signs, host Jen Gaudet examines two powerful drivers of long-term performance: finding movement you genuinely enjoy and developing the confidence to keep moving forward when challenges arise.

Scott Baxter, founder and CEO of PlayYourCourt, shares how recreational sports like tennis can make exercise more sustainable while supporting cardiovascular health, cognitive engagement, social connection, resilience, and healthy aging.

In this episode of Vital Signs, host Jen Gaudet sits down with Dr. Ricky Greenwald, founder of the Trauma Institute and Child Trauma Institute, to explore how hidden trauma can shape our thoughts, emotions, relationships, and physical health long after difficult experiences have passed.

Dr. Greenwald explains that trauma isn't limited to major life events. Repeated emotional wounds, significant losses, and unresolved childhood experiences can create lasting patterns that influence how we respond to stress, conflict, parenting, and everyday challenges.

In this episode of Vital Signs, host Jen Gaudet sits down with healthcare advocate and clinical pharmacist Ross Phan, founder of Off Script Consults, to explore how patients can take control of their healthcare journey. Learn practical strategies to prepare for medical appointments, ask the right questions, communicate effectively with healthcare providers, and avoid common medication and supplement mistakes.