Podcasts about physicalmind institute

Ten examples of how our branding obsession has ruined  our minds—and our bodies too. Well, it's time—our 250th anniversary is next year. Bye bye MAGA and the American Dream. No one ever promised you a rose garden. _____Follow PhysicalMind Institute on Instagram or Facebook and subscribe to our newsletter.Visit the PhysicalMind Institute shop.

MORE Branding. More avoidance of HOW MUCH you put in your mouth. More confusion. Matcha Tea is now a super food even though you mostly drink it. Be warned. Branding not content. More ways to identify yourself you seem to be going with the right trends._____Follow PhysicalMind Institute on Instagram or Facebook and subscribe to our newsletter.Visit the PhysicalMind Institute shop.

Somatic exercises which no one has even heard of are going mainstream according to John Wiley Publishers who added this  title  to their DUMMIES Series. To be included in this  brand, the subject has to be of interest to everyone. For so many reason - not the least of which is America's penchant for masochism - it is unlikely we will all turn inward and become gentle._____Follow PhysicalMind Institute on Instagram or Facebook and subscribe to our newsletter.Visit the PhysicalMind Institute shop.

What a mouthful oh sorry it's a pun when we can't get rid of the idea that we can torch calories by some kind of moving around. Of course 80Bites has always had information about NEAT. But we do it because it's good to change position and it helps your circulation because we know that torching calories when it's hormones is really silly forget calories hormones rule anyway we'll talk about all of this and what the very frightened exercise biz is doing as they now think maybe so SOMATICS is the answer._____Follow PhysicalMind Institute on Instagram or Facebook and subscribe to our newsletter.Visit the PhysicalMind Institute shop.

Discussion on how branding foods  lads to  gainign weight not losing it.  Constant  telling us what to eat nd never talking about hwo much. Why using  the 80Bites app is  so revealing and for some frightening unless they are on Ozempic and their consumption has dropped  by 25% at least. _____Follow PhysicalMind Institute on Instagram or Facebook and subscribe to our newsletter.Visit the PhysicalMind Institute shop.

Now that 80Bites is gaining an audience, it's really interesting to hear people's reactions. Some think 80 bites means the number of bites you take in one meal, while others believe it refers to 80 chews. It's all part of the shift from what you eat to how much._____Follow PhysicalMind Institute on Instagram or Facebook and subscribe to our newsletter.Visit the PhysicalMind Institute shop.

As a female who is 84 years old, I'm deluged with invitations to talk at "Women's Empowerment" conferences to talk to young women about how they can succeed at becoming an entrepreneur. I decline because I'm what I like to think of as a "reluctant entrepreneur". _____Follow PhysicalMind Institute on Instagram or Facebook and subscribe to our newsletter.Visit the PhysicalMind Institute shop.

In this episode of Body Conversations, Joan Breibart discusses why consumers are so easily suckered into doing things for their bodies that are obviously ineffective—and why, even after hundreds of articles have exposed this marketing concept as unrelated to how many steps you should take a day, they continue to parrot those ideas._____Follow PhysicalMind Institute on Instagram or Facebook and subscribe to our newsletter.Visit the PhysicalMind Institute shop.

I'm being asked to be a guest on podcast. These are about wellness, but it's also an indication of how incredibly lazy and screwed up this country is marketing people or actual podcasts. Find me on LinkedIn and they just project because I'm in the Pilates business they never look at anything I've written or said I'm telling you now don't listen anymore unless you're just doing it to make negative comments as I do but believe me, Mel Robbins would have me put to death if she ever read anything or even her staff_____Follow PhysicalMind Institute on Instagram or Facebook and subscribe to our newsletter.Visit the PhysicalMind Institute shop.

Another day, another miracle food list—this time courtesy of Mel Robbins and Dr. Li, who swear dark chocolate (80–90% cacao), pomegranate juice, and five daily cups of coffee will melt fat and change your life. But don't question the “science”—just buy the magic foods, shut up, and eat. Meanwhile, Joan Breibart cuts through the wellness hype with brutal clarity, humor, and a $537 eyedrop story you won't forget._____Follow PhysicalMind Institute on Instagram or Facebook and subscribe to our newsletter.Visit the PhysicalMind Institute shop.

It's St. Patrick's Day in NYC, and I'm calling out the self-help industrial complex—starting with Mel Robbins. Millions love her. I can't stop watching her. But her 5-second rule doesn't fit my chaos.This episode breaks down why her sob story sells and mine doesn't, how my Pilates invention got hijacked by direct-marketing vultures, and why the algorithm thinks Tony Robbins is my next guru.Introducing my Chicken Sh*t Strategy—a filter for modern life—and the 537 Tactic, proof my mornings move faster than most people's months.Body Conversations® – Wellness without the sugarcoating._____Follow PhysicalMind Institute on Instagram or Facebook and subscribe to our newsletter.Visit the PhysicalMind Institute shop.

In this episode, Joan takes on the self-help circus starring Mel Robbins, Tony Robbins (no relation), and AI algorithms. With 60+ years of industry insight, Joan breaks down why diet trends, fitness fads, and self-help hacks haven't delivered. From $29 dolphin-neck creams to three-minute miracle workouts, she exposes the false promises and explores why we keep buying hope. She's not doomscrolling like Mel Robbins has warned against—she's researching, dancing, stretching, and calling BS on it all._____Follow PhysicalMind Institute on Instagram or Facebook and subscribe to our newsletter.Visit the PhysicalMind Institute shop.

After five years of podcasting with minimal fanfare, I finally asked myself: What makes the top podcasts so popular? Cue a deep dive into the world of Joe Rogan, sex talk shows, and the queen of life advice—Mel Robbins. In this episode, I explore how Mel went from anxious attorney to $48 million microphone mogul, why her style resonates, and what it reveals about today's obsession with Life Coaches. I question the cult of confidence, share a few hard-earned truths from my own experience as an inventor and beauty industry vet, and ask—do we really need motivation, or just a little laughter and perspective? Let's talk Body, Mel, and the BS we've all bought into._____Follow PhysicalMind Institute on Instagram or Facebook and subscribe to our newsletter.Visit the PhysicalMind Institute shop.

This episode discusses the idea of Hara Hachi Bun Me and how it is central to the 80Bites Program._____Follow PhysicalMind Institute on Instagram or Facebook and subscribe to our newsletter.Visit the PhysicalMind Institute shop.

Introduction to the book which was just published and it's available on Amazon on Kindle or the Kindle app it's $.99 or free if you're in Kindle unlimited and it explains why wellness is a scam and where will be at the end of this year I discussed Fat acceptance and body positivity and why these groups are endangered as our what I referred to as wellness bitches. The book has 40 photos and there are two really funny wellness bitch garments. I predict that being a wellness bitch will not be acceptable. I think the Kennedy and his distractions will be exposed by Elon Musk._____Follow PhysicalMind Institute on Instagram or Facebook and subscribe to our newsletter.Visit the PhysicalMind Institute shop.

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In this episode Joan Breibart talks about Peloton, the wellness industry, and the power of branding (and why its a problem). _____Follow PhysicalMind Institute on Instagram or Facebook and subscribe to our newsletter.Visit the PhysicalMind Institute shop.

Diet and Exercise is in decline, while Pilates is on the rise._____Follow PhysicalMind Institute on Instagram or Facebook and subscribe to our newsletter.Visit the PhysicalMind Institute shop.

In this episode of the Pilates Lounge podcast, Katie Crane talks with Lisa Jackson, Lisa is a Principal Trainer under the Pilates Alliance Australasia and a Continuing Education Teacher and mentor.  She is also the Faculty teacher for the internationally recognised Buff BonesBadge Registered outline Osteoporosis program for Australia and has been the Brisbane Pilates teacher of Cirque Du Soleil for Totem in 2015, Kooza in 2016 and Kurios in 2020.     Lisa began her Pilates journey in 2001 whilst living in Los Angeles.2003 Lisa trained at the Physicalmind Institute in Los Angeles and New York.  Returning to Australia in 2006, her passion for learning and a desire to further explore Joseph Pilates' work led her to Sally Anderson, the Founder and Director of Pilates International (PilatesITC).   Lisa has a vibrant personality and infectious passion for Pilates and movement that resonates in all that she does. Her teaching philosophy is client-centric, emphasising correct movement patterning, posture awareness, and general well-being. She is dedicated to seeing growth and change both for her clients and any teachers she is mentoring.   In this Conversation, Katie and Lisa discuss bone health and osteoporosis. They cover topics such as the importance of bone health, the differences between osteoporosis and osteopenia, factors that affect bone density, and exercises to avoid or modify for individuals with low bone density.  They also emphasize the need for ongoing exercise and lifestyle choices to maintain bone health.   Takeaways Osteoporosis is a common skeletal disorder characterized by compromised bone strength, while osteopenia refers to low bone density. Factors that affect bone density include genetics, lifestyle choices, age, and hormonal changes. Maintaining bone health requires regular exercise, particularly weight-bearing and resistance exercises, as well as a balanced diet. Individuals with low bone density should avoid or modify exercises that involve loaded flexion, rotation, or lateral flexion. It is important to address bone health early in life and continue to prioritize it throughout all stages of life. Avoid loaded flexion exercises for individuals with osteoporosis Focus on strength training, impact training, and balance/core work for bone health Incorporate upright work and add weight to stimulate bone mineral density Empower individuals with poor bone density to enjoy movement and incorporate loaded exercises Continuously learn and adapt in the Pilates journey       Connect with Lisa Jackson Social Media: @lisajacksonpilates Website: https://lisajacksonpilates.com.au       Take advantage of your FREE gift! Claim it now here: https://www.thepilatesprofessional.com.au/free-gift-workshop   Unlock Your Pilates Potential! Take This FREE 60-second Quiz To Find Out ”What's your Pilates Personality? https://go2.bucketquizzes.com/sf/75440977   Subscribe to our biweekly Pilates Muse newsletter for exclusive updates. https://www.thepilatesprofessional.com.au/the-pilates-muse-publication  

Change is hard, but did anyone resist the POLIO vaccine? But when Obese citizens— 65% of Americans in this unfortunate category—now have a solution to fixing their unbalanced hormones which cause RAVENOUS HUNGER, why is there resistance? Remember no one liked Pilates either. Yes it is MONEY, but since there are no options—diabetes is not a good thing—it's time to face the falsehoods. It's time for 80Bites._____Follow PhysicalMind Institute on Instagram or Facebook and subscribe to our newsletter.Visit the PhysicalMind Institute shop.

Cortisol, Leptin, Ghrelin, Insulin - those are our new words to describe why people are ravenously hungry and can't stop eating. Exercise makes you hungry, nobody disputes that. But why?_____Follow PhysicalMind Institute on Instagram or Facebook and subscribe to our newsletter.Visit the PhysicalMind Institute shop.

In this podcast, Joan Breibart explores the decline of wellness giants Peloton and Weight Watchers, attributing their downfall to outdated methodologies and false promises of weight loss. She sheds light on the industry's misguided focus on appearance over health, advocating for a shift towards a more sustainable approach to wellness based on hunger management and taste appreciation.Follow PhysicalMind Institute on Instagram or Facebook and subscribe to our newsletter.Visit the PhysicalMind Institute online store here.

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I'm super excited about this interview! I've known Allan Menezes for about 30 years, and had clients who had great outcomes after working with him while they were working in Australia.[Note that my audio has some echo. It's just when I speak. I apologize for that, and will fix it before my next interview.]We talk about all the things - how a rugby injury led Allan to Pilates with Alan Herdman in London, opening the first studio in Australia, being a founding member of the PhysicalMind Institute, his experiences with Sean Gallagher during the trademark lawsuit, the dangers of neutral spine, and some new apparatus that Allan developed during pandemic isolation. We also discuss his new online Reformer course!If you already have a comprehensive or reformer Pilates certification, you can use code MPRef050 to save 50% (proof of existing certification required) on this Reformer cec course. This exclusive half-price discount (he mentions 10% in the podcast) is just for The Pilates Goddess Podcast listeners!Pilates Reformer L1 Online Training Course - https://pilates.samcart.com/products/menezes-pilates-reformer-level-1/Download Allan's Lunge PDF - https://pilates.net/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/allanslunge-1.pdfMore about Allan & the Menezes Pilates Method - https://pilates.net/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/pilatesinstitute/LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/menezes-method/Music by Nerd SaladLove the podcast? Please review on Apple and help support my work on Ko-Fi.Thank you!

Pilates is at a crossroads (as is all fitness right now), and we need to decide whether to look ahead and move forward, or focus on the past.I've been working with Joan Breibart for over 30 years, since I became a founding member of the Institute for the Pilates Method in 1991. Joan is a force, and was the first person Sean Gallagher sued in the infamous trademark lawsuit.She has a lot to say about where Pilates has been and where it's going, and whether or not you agree, I think you'll find our conversation interesting. More About Joan:Grandmother, Inventor, Author & Visionary with 10 US Patents; Responsible for making Pilates a household name; Wellness industry disruptor; Creator of 80Bites. Joan Breibart, Founder of the PhysicalMind Institute, started the Pilates boom in 1991 when she organized The Institute for the Pilates Method which introduced the first Pilates certification program; the first Pilates Matwork video, “Working out the Pilates Way”;  and the first Pilates encyclopedias on the Exercise for the MAT and Reformer....See more about Joan and her inventions at The PhysicalMind Institutehttps://physicalmindinstitute.comClick here to read the Pilates trademark reversal decision at Harvard Law.https://h2o.law.harvard.edu/cases/4808Music by Nerd SaladLove the podcast? Please review on Apple and help support my work on Ko-Fi.Thank you!

For over 30 years, her clients (including Donna Karan, Laurie Anderson, and Joe Walsh) have trusted her to help them get stronger and function better, with less pain.She owned award-winning Pilates studios, taught overseas at an A-list private island resort, and have done teacher training for both PhysicalMind Institute and Real Pilates.Lynda joins the podcast to talk about personal training pregnant clients. We discuss a host of tips & considerations.More on Linda below:https://www.lyndalippin.com/​https://www.linkedin.com/in/lyndalippin/https://www.instagram.com/trulyfitapp/

For over 30 years, her clients (including Donna Karan, Laurie Anderson, and Joe Walsh) have trusted her to help them get stronger and function better, with less pain.She owned award-winning Pilates studios, taught overseas at an A-list private island resort, and have done teacher training for both PhysicalMind Institute and Real Pilates.Lynda joins the podcast to talk about Mindset Coaching and give other great insights into being a high level fitness industry teacher and leader.More on Linda below:https://www.lyndalippin.com/​https://www.linkedin.com/in/lyndalippin/https://www.instagram.com/trulyfitapp/

There's a reason why former Financial Times travel writer Rahul Jacob says that she is the best Pilates teacher and personal trainer he has ever worked with. For over 30 years, her clients (including Donna Karan, Laurie Anderson, and Joe Walsh) have trusted her to help them get stronger and function better, with less pain. She has owned award-winning 6 and 7 figure Pilates studios, taught overseas at an A-list private island resort, and has done teacher training for both PhysicalMind Institute and Real Pilates. She is also a Reiki Master and certified MindMAP Success & Mindset Coach. Now she is a Master Teacher at Real Pilates, plus she teaches private clients online, offers continuing education for Pilates pros, and helps Pilates teachers simplify their businesses and create premium programs to serve their ideal clients - creating more impact & making more money. You can visit Lynda's website here: http://lyndalippin.com Follow her on Instagram - http://instagram.com/lyndalippin Follow her on Facebook - http://facebook.com/lyndalippinpilates Find her on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/lyndalippin   Fuel that Fire!

Joan Breibart's extensive career spans 57 years beginning with her first job at Scholastic Books after graduating from Barnard College at Columbia University in NYC. She has worked in publishing as an editor of more than 25 books and has authored 3 books including 'Suckered into Wellness' and 'Body Biz'. She has worked in many industries including beauty, printing and now diet and exercise. She took the Pilates cult in 1991 and made it a household name by 2000. She owns the PhysicalMind Institute and 80Bites online diet site; ebook on Amazon; 80Bites RAP & APP. She is an inventor with nine patents. Her contact information: joan@80bites.com 80 Bites Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nOrmBQFgi_s #80bites #eatandloseweight #nutrition #measurewhatyoueat #countyourbites --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/monica-campana/support

Lynda Lippin joins us today to speak about all things Pilates. Our conversation covers the history of Pilates, the different forms of practice, as well as ways to train online. Please join us for this enlightening view into the world of Pilates There's a reason why former Financial Times travel writer Rahul Jacob, says that Lynda is the best Pilates teacher and personal trainer he has ever worked with. For over 30 years, Lynda's clients (including Donna Karan, Laurie Anderson, and Joe Walsh) have trusted her to help them get stronger and function better, with less pain. She has owned award-winning Pilates studios, taught overseas at an A-list private island resort, and has done teacher training for both PhysicalMind Institute and Real Pilates. Lynda now serves a few private clients online, and she also helps Pilates teachers simplify their businesses and create premium programs to serve their ideal clients - creating more impact & making more money. To connect with Lynda General Public - http://lyndalippin.com Pilates Teachers - http://pilatesteachermastermind.com

On our second episode of Dance Wellness month your co-hosts YeaJean and Martheya interview inventor, author, and Founder of the PhysicalMind Institute, Joan Breibart. In this episode, we go behind the screen and talk about diet and exercise, the four health words everyone should know, dance injuries, harsh realities to consider if you want to build your own fitness business, and the marketing facade in the wellness industry.  Detailed shownotes: http://www.knowboxdance.com/podcast.html Apply to kNOwBOX dance Short Series by 5/15: http://www.knowboxdance.com/nb-short-series.html Social Distancing Resources: http://www.knowboxdance.com/social-distancing-resources.html

Chiropractor Pilates Teacher shares her story of raising a family in an unconventional way and watches them thrive.  JULIE LORD Most know Pilates instructor Julie Lord as Dr. Julie Lord, the local chiropractor!   Dr. Lord graduated from Life University in Atlanta. Julie brings her therapeutic touch to the mat by focusing on making classes healing and balancing for the body. With an undergrad in psychology from Campbell University in North Carolina, she likes to add a zen touch, ending each class in a short relaxation/meditation moment. This also makes her Pilates practice unique. Julie credits her style to her first Pilates teacher and mentors Cathy Jackson in Athens, Georgia who was trained by one of the first certified classes by the PhysicalMind Institute. Dr. Lord is certified through SCW certification programs.  Julie Pilates' teaching career started in Athens Georgia for the UGA Ramsey Center and at Sangha yoga studio in Athens. Julie resides with husband Shane, teenage son Koby, and daughter Skyler in Serenbe. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thriving-in-chaos/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thriving-in-chaos/support

We are many voices. Thousands more than can be heard here, but we've opened the door for some of those voices to come through. The Curiosity Mashup is YOU. It's what and who inspires you. Like you find yourself in our voices, we've found ourselves in yours. This is literally short and very, very sweet. And we're grateful to those who contributed. Listen. Smile. See yourself. Share."I have no special talent. I am only passionately curious." -- Albert Einstein More About Our ContributorsBrooke Fricke - Re:Form Pilates, Richmond, VAI teach Pilates because I believe it will make the world a better place, one person at a time. If we can feel better in our bodies, move with more ease and resiliency, we can discover a gateway into a much richer experience of life. It is my passion to teach others that we can absolutely, without question, get better with age. That we can thrive, build unbelievable strength and agility into our 50's, 60's, 70's and beyond.I have a profound respect for the work of Joe Pilates, he really was a genius in his own right. I believe Pilates is one of the best, most effective ways to undo the effects of modern day life. I also just love movement and am constantly experimenting and learning different ways to bring more joy and independence to the lives of the people I have the fortune to support.reformrichmond.com​Bonnie Lafave - ReAlign Pilates, Carson City, NVI’ve been teaching Pilates for the past 18 years and am a certified Pilates Method Alliance Teacher. I am a graduate of the Fletcher Pilates Comprehensive Program, the Kathy Grant Heritage Training Program, and the PhysicalMind Institute program as well as hold numerous other training certificates. I am also involved in an ongoing mentoring program.To her students: Pilates is a practice and my passion. It is my commitment to you that I will continue to practice Pilates and attend trainings and workshops. If I stop learning and practicing then I should not be teaching Pilates. This is important for you, as the consumer, to know about my commitment!With patience and persistence your potential is endless! Respect where you are today and come on a journey with me to see how Pilates and movement can transform your mind, body and spirit!realigncc.comPauline Caswell - Love Pilates, Hoylake, Wirral, UKI have over 15 years experience as a teacher and will never stop learning. My school Biology teacher was my first inspiration for learning about the human body. Aged 13, I thought our bodies were truly amazing machines... 24 years later ....I was that Biology teacher! In 2016 I swapped the science lab for the community centre. I wanted to share Pilates in my local community. It's now a complete joy for me to be able to share these amazing benefits of moving with everyone I meet.One of my favourite thoughts: "Everything is connected!"lovepilates4all.co.ukRegan Zubak - Village Pilates, Forest Park, ILRegan is the owner, operator and master instructor of Village Pilates Studio. She opened VPS in 2005 and loves working with her clients every day, collaborating with the vps staff, leading the Teacher Training Program, and hosting Continuing Education Workshops for students and professionals.In light of the Village Pilates Studio mission, Regan Zubak is consciously creating a ‘village’ atmosphere, with high educational and professional standards, for people to feel welcome and motivated to practice Pilates. She is dedicated in being a trustworthy Pilate's teacher, one who is thorough, caring and careful, and keeps abreast on the ever growing information in the field.villagepilatesstudio.comConnect with UsChantill - chantill@skillfulteaching.com + (707) 738-7951James - j.crader@evolvedbodystudio.comEmail us at thinkingpilatespodcast@gmail.com or use the form below.Like us on Facebook at The Thinking Pilates PodcastLeave us a review on iTunes.What We're Up ToCome learn with Chantill in 2019:Feb - Body Mind and Core and the Indianapolis area (workshops and anatomy)March - Village Pilates, Chicago (Mentoring Salon and workshops)April - Kalijo Pilates, Sunshine Coast, BC (4-day retreat with Debora Kolwey)May - Virginia/DC studio crawlJoin Chantill and James at Momentum Fest this coming June. Early bird deadline, Dec. 15thLearn more and get your tickets HEREOur Episode SponsorThe Science + Psychology of Teaching Master's ProgramExplore A Whole New Universe of TeachingDive in to critical areas of teaching NEVER before directly addressed in a full-length certification program: brain science + education, humanistic psychology, motivation science, Polyvagal Theory + more.FINALLY! Bring Something BIG to LifeAs a project-based program we’ll help you create the curriculum, workshop or research project you’ve been dreaming of; take the larger stage, make a bigger impact + experience a more rewarding and lucrative career. This is not just another teacher training! Intimate, Interactive, Challenging + RewardingThe Master’s Program is a HIGHLY INTERACTIVE process of learning + implementation that supports you every step of the way to immediately integrate what you learn. Get 1:1 coaching, LIVE group discussions, daily feedback and guidance + fantastic LIVE EVENT in California! Learn more HERE and get signed up for an upcoming Q + A Call and be eligible for tuition discounts not available any other time.Momentum FestDenver, CO June 21-23Momentum Fest™ is a three day Pilates and movement celebration. Feed your body, mind and soul with empowering fitness classes, motivating conversations and uplifting connections. Momentum Fest 2019 will be held June 21-23 in Denver, CO. Join us as we laugh, breathe and move together.FOR ANYONE WANTING TO FIND THEIR TRUE STRENGTHStudents, teachers, young, old, beginners, professionals – Momentum Fest is holding a place for you. All you need is a love of movement and a desire to live inspired.momentumfest.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode, Janet and Nikki chat with Tom McCook, Pilates teacher and movement specialist about what it means to create an embodied movement practice. They cover: Why so many people struggle with proprioception and slowing down How to bridge the gap between embodiment and fitness Why taking a kinder approach to movement can transfer to a kinder approach in life How Tom integrates meditation, the Franklin Method, Pilates and Feldenkrais into his teaching Tom McCook, founder and director of Center of Balance in Mountain View, CA, is an internationally recognized Pilates teacher and movement specialist. Beginning his full-time career in personal training in 1984, Tom designs programs for health and life performance for working professionals, people rehabilitating from injuries, and world-class athletes, including Olympic Gold Medal swimmers Natalie Coughlin, Jenny Thompson and Misty Hyman. Through years of continuous study and his strong commitment to a daily meditation and physical practice, Tom has developed a refined understanding of what it means to be have a balanced, functionally fit, intelligent body. His teaching integrates Pilates, Franklin Method, yoga, hands-on bodywork, resistance stretching, BodyCode system, somatics, and life coaching, which enhance his holistic approach to working with clients and teachers. Tom produced "Combining Pilates & Yoga for Balance," an exercise video that brings together the benefits of Pilates and yoga. Tom began his study of Pilates in 1991. He has been leading Pilates teacher training courses since 2001 for PhysicalMind Institute formerly, and currently for Balanced Body Education. He has certifications through the PMA, ACE, along with being a CEC provider. In 2010, Tom became one of the first Master teacher trainers in CoreAlign. Since 2004, Tom has been studying the Franklin Method, an instrumental part of his teaching that offers a very effective approach to improving movement potential and health through imagery and experiential anatomy. Tom has completed all 3 levels of the Franklin Method training and is now a teacher trainer for the Franklin Institute. Tom teaches workshops, conferences and retreats worldwide. He is part of the Passing the Torch Mentorship program offering continued education, insight and guidance to certified Pilates teachers. Tom also offers a 3-month movement and life coaching course, “Embodying a Balanced Life,” helping students to develop healthy practices, create momentum, and experience more freedom in their lives.  Tom’s goal as a teacher is to empower, educate and inspire others to live more fulfilling and balanced lives. He lives on the coast outside of San Francisco with his wife and business partner Karen deMoor.

In this episode, Janet and Nikki chat with Pilates teacher and mentor Chantill Lopez about how to help our students find greater autonomy and take ownership for the work that they do with us. They discuss: The paradigm shift of moving from the "fixing" mentality to one of exploration and discovery How asking deeper questions can help us find intrinsic motivation beyond the boilerplate reasons why a lot of people come to Pilates and how these questions can better help us meet our or our students needs How to help our students set goals and take ownership for their choices and experiences The different stages of competency and teaching strategies to increase competency Top down versus bottom up processing Links Mentioned: Skillful Teaching Mentorship Program About Chantill Lopez "Be real. Don't fake it. Be able to say I don't know. Laugh at myself. Extend compassion to myself and my students. Enter in fully, every time, ready or not." After more than 20 years of teaching, 15 of which have been spent teaching Pilates, yoga, dance, meditation and other movement modalities to a complex variety of folks, Chantill Lopez is proud to be a teacher of teachers. Building relationships with teachers who want to be unabashedly amazing at what they do — teachers who want to move beyond the clockwork pieces of technique and blow the top off their potential – is what excites her most about her work and keeps her inspired, creating continuing education and working with teachers world-wide. She holds Pilates certifications from the PhysicalMind Institute and Body Kinetics with Master Teacher Carol Appel, is certified in Yamuna Body Rolling and Vinyasa yoga, and has extensively studied the work of Philip Beach, Feldenkrais, the Franklin Method, Authentic Movement, and the Halprin Life/Art Process, as well as Vipasana meditation, Buddhist psychology and The Work by Byran Katie. Chantill is a Pilates Method Alliance Certified Pilates Teacher (CPT) and CYT. She is the founder of Skillful Teaching - an international live and online educational company for Pilates and yoga teachers and is the author of "Moving Beyond Technique: How To Nurture Your Passion, Master Your Craft, and Create a Thriving Pilates Business." You can learn more about her at skillfulteaching.com/about or say hello on Facebook. 

We have a unique and international guest with us today.  Her name is Christine Hall.  We will be talking about how to integrate pilates into your overall health and fitness program. Christine Hall is a PMA® Certified Pilates Teacher with 10 years of teaching experience and 5 years as a studio owner. Christine has a passion for Pilates and fitness. Christine fell in love with Pilates more than 12 years ago after having her 2 children. In 2005/2006, she pursued and completed her mat and equipment certification through the Physicalmind Institute, and has since developed a loyal following of clients. She was the co-owner of Urbancore Pilates + Fitness, and has created its exciting next evolution called Studio 8 Pilates. www.studio8chicago.com   The post #61 Christine Hall – How to integrate pilates into your overall health and fitness program appeared first on Eric W Su.