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Heart of MotionSoul Whispers with Anita AdamsHave you ever felt that quiet tug toward something greater? A whisper so subtle you might miss it amid life's constant noise? That inner voice holds the key to your authentic path, if only you'd slow down enough to listen.In this deeply reflective conversation, Anita Adams guides us through the process of distinguishing true inner wisdom from fear-based thinking. When your soul speaks truth, you'll often experience a feeling of expansion, excitement, or lightness that feels different from ego-based resistance. She shares a beautiful guided visualization practice for connecting with your higher self, whether you're in...
2025-09-1534 minHeart of MotionFrom Outer Chaos to Inner Calm: Anthony Abbagnano's Journey Through BreathworkTake a deep breath. Now take another. In this transformative conversation with Anthony Abbagnano, founder of Alchemy of Breath, we explore how something we do 25,000 times daily without thinking can become our most powerful tool for personal transformation.Anthony shares the profound journey that led him to create a global breathwork community and write his new book "Outer Chaos and Inner Calm." Drawing from 71 years of life experience, he offers a compassionate framework for navigating life's challenges through conscious breathing. When we choose to take a breath during moments of overwhelm, we make our first step away...
2025-09-0144 minHeart of MotionRethinking What You Know About Back PainBack pain touches almost everyone at some point, arriving either as a sudden jolt or a slow-burning ache that transforms how we move through our days. Whatever your experience, know this: you're far from alone. Nearly 80% of people will face back pain in their lifetime, with 1 in 13 adults currently experiencing limitations in their daily activities because of it.This episode dives deep into the fascinating science behind back pain, challenging common misconceptions that might be holding you back from recovery. Did you know that pain doesn't always signal damage? Or that gentle, consistent movement often outperforms rest...
2025-08-1836 minHeart of MotionWhen Your Body Changes The Rules, You Find New Ways To Play The GameStepping into the gritty Astoria Boxing Club in Vancouver for the first time, Lara Cubitt never imagined it would change her life. "It's old, it smells of empty beer cans and maybe urine?... blood?" she recalls with a laugh. Yet this unlikely beginning set her on a path to becoming a two-time Canadian amateur boxing champion—before multiple sclerosis forced her to reimagine her relationship with movement entirely.Lara's journey from championship boxer to certified Iyengar yoga teacher unfolds with raw honesty in this conversation. She describes being drawn to boxing almost by accident, initially thinking "I pr...
2025-08-0448 minHeart of MotionDancing Through Life with Fiona DrewbrookWhat connects the disciplined world of ballet with the adrenaline rush of mountain biking and the expressive art of pole dancing? For physiotherapist Fiona Drewbrook, it's the intensity, precision, and pure joy of movement that ties these seemingly disparate practices together.From bleeding into pointe shoes while maintaining perfect form to conquering three mountains in a single day on her bike, Fiona brings the same all-in approach to every physical challenge she undertakes. Her journey from professional ballet dancer to physiotherapist reveals how early movement education can shape our relationship with our bodies for life....
2025-07-2131 minHeart of MotionThe Athlete's Blind Spot: What Your Movement Patterns Can Reveal About Your PotentialWhat if the key to athletic breakthrough isn't training harder, but moving better? For athletes chasing performance goals, the path forward might lie in what's been there all along – your movement patterns.From the moment we first move in the womb to our latest workout, our bodies develop unique neuromuscular highways – patterns that govern how we organize and execute every movement. These patterns become our movement signature, as distinctive as our handwriting or walking gait. But unlike static signatures, these patterns directly impact our athletic potential, either supporting or sabotaging our efforts.This episode dives deep...
2025-07-0732 minHeart of MotionThe Marathon Mindset with Susanne MuellerSusanne Mueller, executive leadership coach and marathon runner, shares how the "marathon mindset" applies to success in both physical challenges and professional life.• Building consistency through regular physical activity creates mental resilience and healthy lifestyle habits• The true value lies in the preparation—not just the achievement itself• Mueller's 5K Formula for Success: Start, Team/Training, Evaluation, Pacing, Success• "Pole pole" (slowly, slowly): Sometimes slowing down is necessary to ultimately go faster• Cross-cultural awareness comes from meeting people where they are rather than where we think they should be• Physical movement can help women nav...
2025-06-2331 minHeart of MotionWhen the Reformer Holds You, Freedom BeginsWhat happens when movement becomes more than just exercise? For Amy Rost, founder of Arc Pilates in Cochrane, Alberta, Pilates transformed from a desperate attempt to heal her broken, exhausted body into a lifeline that would ultimately change her career path and impact an entire community."The reformer and the spring could hold me and my stress, and I had the freedom to move," Amy shares, describing her first Pilates session. That profound experience led her from a corporate career in disability management to becoming a leading voice in Canadian Pilates. Working while raising four children—including tw...
2025-06-0932 minHeart of MotionCreating Connections: How Movement Professionals Can Inspire Lasting ChangeNothing happens until something moves. This principle guides not just physical motion but meaningful evolutions in the lives of our clients. As movement professionals, we're not just teaching bodies to move differently—we're guiding people toward becoming their best selves.The stark reality is that 90% of people who start exercise programs quit within two years. What separates the successful 10% from the rest? After three decades teaching movement and Pilates, I've discovered four essential keys that unlock sustainable change and help people stay committed to their movement journey.First, connect with your "big why." Simon Sinek wa...
2025-05-2618 minHeart of MotionFinding Inner WisdomThe wisdom we seek is often already within us – but how do we access it? In this illuminating conversation with transformation coach and spiritual mentor Rachel Linnett, we explore how movement, creativity and self-love can becomes a powerful pathways to self-discovery, inner wisdom, and personal evolution.Rather than seeking transformation through prescribed programs promising a "new you," she guides us toward embracing and accepting all aspects of ourselves – even those parts we'd prefer to hide. This radical acceptance becomes the foundation for genuine growth and change.Drawing from 18+ years of experience coaching others and her own...
2025-05-1241 min
Heart of MotionLiving YogaNothing happens until something moves. This conversation with Jen Steers, my sister and lifelong movement practitioner, reveals how physical practices become powerful tools for navigating life's complexities.From childhood outdoor adventures to competitive synchronized swimming, Jen's relationship with movement has always been about freedom and connection. When she discovered yoga, however, something unexpected happened—her busy mind quieted. The physical practice opened doors to philosophical insights that transformed her approach to challenging situations.During her career working in emergency housing and homeless shelters, Jen found that these movement-based awareness practices became essential tools. Ra...
2025-04-2840 minHeart of MotionEmbracing Change: Finding Stability Through MovementChange is the only constant in our lives, yet we instinctively resist it. Whether facing health challenges, career shifts, or global disruptions, change often throws us off balance—but what if we could transform this resistance into resilience?This deeply personal exploration unpacks how our nervous systems and brains are simultaneously hardwired for patterns while possessing remarkable adaptability through neuroplasticity. Drawing on insights from resilience expert Brad Stulberg, neuroscientist Norman Doidge, and mindfulness pioneer Daniel Siegel, we discover how "rugged flexibility" allows us to stay rooted in core values while adapting to changing circumstances.Using mo...
2025-04-2129 minHeart of MotionFinding Freedom Through Movement with Allison BirtDiscover the transformative power of mindful movement with movement educator Allison Birt as she shares her journey from ballet to Pilates teacher and Franklin Method practitioner. What happens when we shift our focus from punishing workouts to pleasurable movement? Allison reveals how our relationship with our bodies can fundamentally change when we approach movement with curiosity rather than judgment. "Movement is supposed to feel good. That is our birthright," she reminds us, challenging fitness industry norms that glorify exhaustion and pain.The conversation explores the rich lineage of Pilates, tracing its evolution through first-generation teachers w...
2025-04-0739 min
Local Frequency - AshevilleRallies, Festivals, and Springtime Fun: Your Asheville Weekend AgendaGood morning, this is your Asheville Local Frequency for Saturday, April 5, 2025.It’s a beautiful spring day here in Asheville, and there’s no shortage of exciting events to dive into! Starting things off downtown, the Nationwide Day of Action rally will take place at Pack Square Park Amphitheater from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Organized by local groups like Good Trouble WNC, the NC Poor People’s Campaign, and Indivisible AVL, the rally will feature speakers on topics such as veterans' rights, immigration, climate, and healthcare, with musical performances by the Asheville Gay Men’s Chorus and Womanson...
2025-04-0503 minLocal Frequency - AshevilleTaste of Asheville, Tourists Baseball, and Resilient Art: Your Local Asheville Update for April 3, 2025Good morning, this is your Asheville Local Frequency for Thursday, April 3, 2025.Spring is in full bloom here in Asheville, and there’s no shortage of excitement around town. Today, you can experience the ultimate culinary celebration at the Taste of Asheville, happening tonight from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Mission Conference Center at A-B Tech. This annual event brings together over 50 of Asheville’s finest restaurants, along with craft beverage makers, to showcase the best our food scene has to offer. Get ready for a vibrant evening of delicious bites and community spirit, all while supporting local businesses that...
2025-04-0302 minHeart of MotionWater, Work, and Wisdom: A Conversation with Olympic Kayaker Kamini JainPaddle into the remarkable world of Kamini Jain, an Olympic kayaker whose journey from shy teenager to Hall of Fame paddler reveals powerful lessons about perseverance, community, and finding strength on the water.Kamini's story begins with a quiet 14-year-old discovering kayaking – a perfect fit for her introverted nature that would eventually lead to Olympic finals, 11 World Cup medals, and induction into three different Halls of Fame. Kamini has a unique perspective, with her breadth of experience across multiple paddle disciplines. From sprint kayaking to dragon boating to outrigger canoes, she illuminates the technical foundations tha...
2025-03-3126 minHeart of MotionWhy Good Posture is More than Just Looking GoodHave you ever considered that the way you stand and sit could be influencing everything from your aches and pains to your energy levels to your risk of chronic disease? Forget what you thought you knew about "standing up straight"—posture is far more dynamic and influential than most of us realize.I'm diving deep into our body's relationship with gravity and movement to reveal how posture acts as a continuous, adaptive process rather than a static position. Whether you're dealing with chronic pain, seeking better athletic performance, or simply want more energy throughout your day...
2025-03-1721 minHeart of MotionMeditation as MedicineIn a world increasingly fraught with stress and anxiety, finding balance and peace can sometimes seem unattainable. This episode of the Heart of Motion podcast dives deep into the potent intersection of movement, mindfulness, and health, featuring expert insights from Siobhan O'Connell, a seasoned physiotherapist with 40+ years experience. We explore how chronic stress influences our overall health, shaping our bodies and minds in detrimental ways. Siobhan shares her journey of discovering the mind-body connection, revealing how integrating ancient wisdom from meditation with modern science can open pathways to healing that extend beyond traditional practices.Listeners will learn...
2025-03-0338 minHeart of MotionThe Science of Breath for Better HealthEnhance your health through the power of breath, and discover how such a simple act can profoundly impact your physical and emotional well-being. Join me, Susannah Steers, as I guide you through the often-overlooked science of breathing, drawing insights from James Nestor's "Breath: The New Science of a Lost Art." Together, we'll navigate the intricate connections between breathing patterns and health. Learn about the role of the diaphragm in effective breathing, and how modern society's loss of fundamental breathing skills affects everything from posture to athletic performance. Whether you're into Pilates, fitness or sport or or whether you're someone c...
2025-02-1726 minHeart of MotionMovement, Mindfulness, and the Art of Holistic Living with guest Tara WalshEver wondered how movement can transform not just your body, but your entire way of living? Join us as we welcome Tara Walsh, an expert horticulturalist and outdoor enthusiast, whose life story is a testament to the power of movement. From the physically demanding world of horticulture to her mountain biking and outdoor adventures, Tara’s journey highlights the incredible benefits of balancing high-level athletic training with mindful recovery practices. Her experience with Moving Spirit Pilates reshaped her approach to healing, teaching her the importance of listening to her body and embracing resilience.As we cha...
2025-02-0335 minHeart of MotionMovement Matters! Fitness & Mobility for Lifelong HealthUncover the truth behind society's fitness myths and why your daily workout might not be enough for holistic health. Join host Susannah Steers for this episode of the Heart of Motion podcast as we explore the profound difference between fitness and movement training. Our modern conveniences have created a movement deficit, often leaving us with chronic discomfort despite those frequent gym visits. Let's shift the spotlight from visible fitness markers like sculpted abs to a richer understanding of our body's capacity and language. Together, we'll redefine what it means to be truly fit, enhancing our mobility and quality of...
2025-01-2021 minHeart of MotionPresence: A Gentler TransformationWhat if the key to transformation isn't about chasing resolutions but cultivating presence? As we embark on Season 2 of the Heart of Motion Podcast, I share how the power of presence and mindfulness can break the cycle of failed New Year's resolutions, bringing balance to our physical, emotional, and spiritual lives. By acknowledging where we stand at any given moment—be it energized or stressed—we can harmonize our actions with our true selves. Through personal stories and reflections, I highlight the profound impact that embracing presence has had on my journey, particularly in overcoming movement-related challenges. Discover how mind...
2025-01-0628 minHeart of MotionBalancing Act: The Symphony of Movement, Stability, and ProprioceptionPicture this: you're on a treadmill, and suddenly, you trip—your body reacts instinctively, keeping you from hitting the ground. This episode of Heart of Motion unpacks how our bodies maintain balance, whether on a treadmill or in everyday life. I guide you through the fascinating world of balance, exploring the harmony between our vestibular, visual, sensory motor, and musculoskeletal systems. These intricate systems work together to ensure we stay upright, whether we're engaging in sports, or simply enjoying life to the fullest. Get ready to expand your understanding of proprioception, often dubbed our sixth sense, which all...
2024-12-2321 minHeart of MotionEmbracing Authenticity: Marketing, Movement, and Midlife TransformationWhat if you could align your business strategies with your true self, creating a life that reflects your core values and desires? Join me as I sit down with the influential Donna Cravotta, founder of Cravotta Media Group and the Be Visible Club Mastermind, to uncover the magic of authentic marketing and connection.Discover how Donna's transformative journey toward authenticity has reshaped not only her business but also her personal life, allowing her to forge genuine relationships and enhance visibility through meaningful engagement rather than superficial tactics. Together, we explore the parallels between movement and marketing, championing...
2024-12-0232 minHeart of MotionBalancing the Beast: Stress, Movement, and HealthCould understanding the body's reaction to stress be key to unlocking better health? This week we unpack the nuanced relationship between stress, movement, and health. You'll learn how stress, in measured doses, can actually bolster strength and resilience, yet when unchecked, it can detrimentally impact our well-being.Stress and movement are more intertwined than you might think, particularly when it comes to chronic stress and physical activity. This episode shines a light on how stress can disrupt our motor control and stability in unexpected ways. Discover how mindful movement, breath work, and other stress management techniques can c...
2024-11-1824 min