The Healthy Moving Podcast

If you felt like 2016 was one heartbreak after another, and you want to rise to the challenges facing our world in the new year, then start here. Start by learning how to better cope with your stress. Stress is not only making you sick, it is killing your problem solving skills, your creativity and your hope. In this episode, I'm sharing four boundaries you can put in place today to protect yourself from harmful stress and burnout.

The Holiday Season is upon us, and your calendar and to do list are filling up. You are probably thinking you don't have time to worry about your health and wellness right now. But, I want to convince you otherwise. In this episode, I'm going to explain why you shouldn't just coast to the end of the year. (Hint, you don't want to arrive at January 1st with a ton of guilt and shame that will sabotage your New Year's Resolutions before you even start!) Then, I am going to give you a reasonable action plan. You won't have time for long workouts or sessions on your yoga mat over the next few weeks. So, I've got inspiration for simple exercises you can do while you shop, bake, road trip, watch tv and party this Holiday Season!

Every major religion and faith tradition teach about the power of collective prayer and meditation. And many scientific studies confirm not only the positive effects of these practices on the practitioners, but also on the communities they inhabit. (Yes, collective prayer and meditation have been shown to benefit people who don't even participate in the practice!) In this episode, my friend Heather Filipowicz and I are inviting you to help us harness that power on election night! Join us for a #PeaceArmy and pause at 8:30pm on November 8th for a moment of collective prayer and meditation. Get more info here - HealthyMoving.com/PeaceArmy

When I was in school, learning and movement were separate parts of the day. Movement happened primarily on the playground. In classrooms, we were taught to sit still and pay attention. But, a growing body of research is showing the power of integrating movement in the learning process. In today's episode, Jean Miller, of Waldorf Inspired Learning, joins me to talk about the connection between movement and learning. As two homeschooling moms, we'll share how and why we try to make movement a part of our homeschool day. But, the lessons in this episode extend way beyond the home (and even traditional) classroom. Anyone looking to improve their creativity, comprehension, retention and problem-solving skills will be benefit from listening. And, in the Community Insight Segment, Jean will talk about how weaving more movement into the fabric of her day has helped to both ease and prevent flare-ups of her autoimmune disease. We'll share a simple shift you can make to how your arms move as you walk that can help improve your breathing and strengthen your upper body.

So often in our culture the word surrender is associated with weakness. In this episode, I'm talking about a kind of surrender that requires incredible strength. If life feels particularly challenging in your world right now, join me to learn the art of sweet surrender. And, in the community insight segment, Bridgette joins me to chat about the power of walking and mindset shifts. Her insight will encourage and inspire you!

Today I'm chatting with Shark Tank Alumnus and Squatty Potty creator, Bobby Edwards. We cover everything from the viral unicorn video to the many benefits of squatting.

Today I've got some investment advice for you. Don't worry, I'm not recommending any stocks or bonds. I do have some ideas about things you can do today to help promote your health and wellness for years to come. Plus, in our Community Insight segment, Sybil is joining me to share her action plan for weaving more movement into her life this fall. If you've battled chronic pain, depression, anxiety, overwhelm or even less than stellar eating habits, prepare to be inspired by her story and insights!

This episode is about the difficult and challenging seasons of life. I've got a hard truth for you. But don't worry, I'm serving it with a generous portion of hope and encouragement, too.

Guilt and shame keep us from achieving our goals. They widen the gap between our resolve and our results. In this episode, I'm sharing a simple truth that will set you free...you are not the problem!

Don't worry. This isn't another show warning you about the effects of stress on your body. Today, Lauren Gaggioli joins me to talk about how we can use our bodies to ease our stress. And, I'm sharing one of my favorite stress-busting Healthy Moving exercises.

When you love or care about someone, it's only natural that you want them to be their healthiest. But, sometimes our efforts to support them on that journey make things worse. This episode is all about how to compassionately and effectively help others - with their health or any other struggle. Plus, one of the Healthy Moving community members joins us to share her favorite exercise for addressing the pain and fatigue that can come from standing on your feet all day. This is a great one for anyone with knee pain or pelvic floor dysfunction.

Many women have pelvic floor or core dysfunction after giving birth. And, lots adults begin to have aches and pains as the years go by. These things are normal, right? Maybe not...that's what today's show is all about. Plus, in our community insight segment, Aly shares her favorite Healthy Moving tip for dealing with calf cramps. And as a bonus, this exercise has also helped her back and balance, too!

Pokemon Go is sweeping the nation. It's motivating people to get out a move, but is it healthy? I'm sharing the pros and cons of this new game in today's episode. I'm also joined by a member of the Healthy Moving community who shares her favorite exercise for reducing migraines. 

This episode is all about neck and shoulder tension. If you ever experience a literal pain in the neck, I have three little known tips for easing your discomfort.

I have bad news. You can't control your health (or anything in life, really). You can do all the “right things” and still get sick or injured. Does that mean you should give up? Absolutely not. If you've struggled to stick to your goals or felt defeated as you tried to improve your health, pay close attention. This message might help!

Positive body image is a huge topic for me and focus in my work. So, women often ask me about how to help instill a positive body image in their kids. That is what today's show is all about!

When bad things happen, we naturally feel a combination of fear, sadness and anger. In this episode, I'm sharing my self care strategies for dealing with these emotions in a way that helps me to be an ambassador or love.

We've all heard stories of people who are able to grow something amazing out of adversity. And those stories give us hope and encouragement. But, if we are to embrace our own inner “overcomer,” we have to dig in and understand exactly why and how our obstacles become our advantages. And that's exactly what this episode is all about!

Today show is all about vacations.  It's already May and the unofficial start to summer is later this month. So I thought it was a good time to talk about that burning desire you have to get away from it all! But I'm gonna convince you that a vacation might not be the perfect solution to the stress and overwhelm that's making you want to escape. 

You've heard of the real food movement? Today's show is about real movement, and it's processed cousin...exercise. If you have struggled to make regular exercise a part of your life, this episode is for you!

In this episode I'm sharing stories about a teenage crush and no makeup selfies, all to help improve your body image! If you struggle to see the beauty of your curves, your post-baby belly, your wrinkles or your gray hairs...this show is for you!

Don't set a resolution to lose weight this year! In today's show, I'm leading you off the scale and into your body to improve your health and body image! 

While there are a million voices in the health and fitness industry, there are just two primary messages being preached. And I think they are both wrong. In this episode, I'm telling you why, and giving you my own take on how to really improve your health - for good! Plus, I'm answering a listener question about what kind of moving Ayurveda suggests would be beneficial during the fall and winter months.

Today I'm sharing a simple self-care routine to keep you from sliding downhill these last few months of the year. Join me so you can finish this year strong and head into 2016 feeling amazing!

Focus on improving how you FEEL not how you LOOK. It sounds good, but can you really trust your feelings to help you make healthy choices? In this episode, I'm going to show you how to let your feelings guide you to optimal health.

How should you sit at the computer? Whether you do it for work, or for leisure, chances are, you log some hours behind the computer screen each week. In this episode, I'm going to inspire you to approach those hours differently.  We'll talk about why sitting (or standing) all day is bad, why exercise doesn't undo those negative effects, and what you can do to get your work done while taking care of your body.

Today we're talking worry. We all know stress effects our physical body. But, did you know you can use your body - and how you move it - to process and reduce worry. Plus, I'm answering a question about walking in the summer heat.

Today we are talking about the messy part of change. I've got encouragement for anyone who is in the phase where everything you own (or believe) is laid out in a huge mess before you. Plus, I'm answering a listener question about encouraging kids to be walkers.

If we start today, we can celebrate change on January 1st, instead of plan for it. Today's show is all about heading into the New Year with momentum instead of resolve. Plus, I'm answering a listener question about beginning a Healthy Moving practice while pregnant.  

If you don't have a good self-care routine, you probably blame it on a lack of time. But, in this episode, I'll tell you what I think the problem really is. Plus, I'm answering a listener question about scoliosis. 

This show is the third in a special series called “The Building Blocks,” where we look at the things we are doing all day long that sabotage our health, even if we regularly workout. Today we are looking at the big picture. We're talking about alignment - it's role in our health and wellness and how to improve it with Healthy Moving. 

Change can be overwhelming. Today we are talking about how to overcome that feeling and make progress toward our goals. Plus, I'm answering a listener question about the best position for sleep

There is nothing more frustrating than working hard on something only to have someone else come along and sabotage your effort. Well, when it comes to our health and wellness, we are often our own saboteurs. This show is the second in a special series called “The Building Blocks,” where we look at the things we are doing all day long that sabotage our health, even if we regularly workout. And today we are talking about the Pelvic Floor. If you struggle with inconvenient incontinence, organ prolapse, radiating nerve pain, sacroiliac joint pain or decreased sexual function, this show is for you!

Today, I'm sharing one of the necessary ingredients for transformation. You can't change your health, or any aspect of your life without it, so don't miss it! Plus, I'm answering a listener question about varicose veins and tension in the calves and hamstrings.

Today we are talking about how to break free from the shame of failure and experience growth and change! 

Today I'm peeling back the curtain and telling you about a personal struggle of mine and how a lesson a learned from my body is helping me to get through it! If you feel like giving up on a goal, let me encourage you today. 

Most people begin a journey to improve their health because they want to be smaller. They want less – less weight, less stress, less pain. Today we'll use your breath to show you that you actually want to be bigger! Plus I'll answer a listener question about squat repetitions. 

There is nothing more frustrating than working hard on something only to have someone else come along and sabotage your effort. Well, when it comes to our health and wellness, we are often our own saboteurs. This show is the first in a special series called “The Building Blocks,” where we look at the things we are doing all day long that sabotage our health, even if we regularly workout. And today we are starting with the Core. If you have back pain, diastasis recti, or are worried about your cardiovascular health, this show is for you!

It's my birthday week, which always sends me into a reflective state. So today we're talking about the big stuff that is really the little stuff – our choices – and their effects. Plus, I'm answering a listener question about how best to sit while chillin' in front of the TV. 

We have a compartmentalization problem. We think we can get all of our movement done in 30 - 60 minute workouts. In this episode I'm talking about the problems that arise with this notion that we can compartmentalize our movement and sharing an alternative. Plus, I'm answering a listener question about relieving eyestrain.

Today we're chatting patience muscles! While you won't find them in Gray's anatomy, we all have them. If your patience muscles, like mine, can use some strengthening have a listen! Plus, I'm answering a listener question about insomnia and trouble falling asleep at night.

Today we are wrapping up our “Mindset Month” series with a special edition of the Healthy Moving Podcast. We're changing up our normal format to welcome one of the nation's foremost yoga teachers, Judith Hanson Lasater to the show. She is going to help us eliminate the belief that we don't have time for healthy moving. Prepare to have your mind rocked! 

This is the second episode in a four-part series for “Mindset Month.” Today we are changing how we think about heart health, and looking at the limitations of traditional cardiovascular exercise. Plus, I'm answering a listener question about what to do when you just don't feel like moving. 

This is the first of four episodes for “Mindset Month.” We are digging deep into our thoughts to pull out the weeds that keep us from reaching optimal health, and then planting the seeds for a flourishing thought garden. Today's weed is  “healthy activities aren't enjoyable.” Plus I'm answering a listener question about why I recommend the untucking the tailbone and unthrusting the ribs.

Today we are talking about the enemy of change – resistance! Plus, I'll tell you how to overcome it. If you are feeling like change is hard and you are doomed to fail on all of your 2015 goals, this show is for you! Plus, I'm answering a listener question about the most important muscle you've probably never heard of - the Psoas!

Do you ever feel weighed down by the hard of life, like you're facing a ton of resistance? It is so tempting to grab for easy when life gets hard, but we can't improve our health or our life with easy. We absolutely need a commitment to ease though. This week, I'm talking about the difference between easy and ease. Plus I'm answering a listener question about beginning a meditation practice.

Today I'm sharing three words that have the power to inform, not only your health choices, but all of your decisions. Plus, I'm answering a listener question about healthy moving for boosting the immune system and alleviating the symptoms of the common cold.

We're celebrating all the healthy moving we are going to do in the year ahead with a special show. Grab a rolled towel or yoga mat and get ready to move along!

Today I'm sharing a simple plan to help you make 2015 your healthiest year yet. Do these four easy steps this week to kick start your year! Plus, I'm answering a listener question about healthy moving for that mid-afternoon energy slump. You won't need coffee if you try today's tip!

What is the real problem with the before and after photos commonly used in health and fitness industry marketing? Today I'm sharing my thoughts. Plus, I've got help for chronically tight hamstrings. 

We often struggle to develop healthy habits because we believe that change is hard. Today I'm busting that myth and infusing you with encouragement to take small steps toward change.