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Results Not TypicalLiving and Training with Hypermobility with Sahara ColemanIn this episode of Results Not Typical, Nikki speaks with personal trainer and nutrition coach Sahara Coleman about the realities of living and training with symptomatic hypermobility. They explore how these conditions affect daily life, movement, identity and what it means to show up for yourself when your body doesn’t always cooperate. Topics covered: Training and daily life with hypermobility including chronic pain and injury Naviagting POTS and low blood pressure Hypermobolity comorbidities beyond the joints How identity, mindset, and autonomy play into managing chronic conditions Strength training and fitness with hypermobility Co...2025-05-1951 minResults Not TypicalHow to stop "starting over" with Greg Sutton and Vanessa ZingaroIn this episode, Nikki is joined by MNU Certified Nutritionists Vanessa Zingaro and Greg Sutton to break down why we struggle with consistency and what to do when knowledge isn't enough to move forward. You’ll learn: Why more information isn’t the solution to reaching your goals if you're struggling with consistency. How to identify and move beyond all-or-nothing thinking. What your internal dialogue has to do with your results How the Stages of Change explain why you keep "starting over" Practical tools to build follow-through (even...2025-05-0239 minResults Not TypicalThe truth about good vs bad muscles with Laurel Beversdorf and Dr. Sarah Court, DPTIn this epside, Nikki is joined by yoga teacher and strength coach Laurel Beversdorf and physical therapist Dr. Sarah Court, DPT to deconstruct the myths around “good” muscles, “bad” muscles, and the idea that getting out of pain requires activating your muscles in a specific order. They cover: Why the “good muscle vs. bad muscle” narrative isn't an accurate or helpful depiction of how our bodies actually work and how it can lead to unnecessary fear or overcorrection in movement. The difference between muscle "timing" and motor control, and how these concepts show up in pain manageme...2025-04-101h 13Results Not TypicalEvaluating Fitness Trends with Dr. Shannon ConnollyIn this episode, host Nikki chats with Dr. Shannon Connolly, chiropracter and women's strength and rehab coach about the the misleading world of celebrity fitness programs and marketing claims in the fitness and rehab space. Topics discussed: Why “celebrity-approved” doesn’t mean evidence-based How to spot red flags in fitness marketing claims What progressive overload actually means proper strength training versus how it's misused in marketing The "initial gains" phenomenon and why everything works for beginners but not for long-term progress Why pain, progress, and training don’t always follow a straight line Connect with Shannon:2025-03-2457 minResults Not TypicalRunning with hypermobility, POTS, & chronic illness with Dr. Kate Bochnewetch If you’ve ever been told that running is off-limits because you’re hypermobile, have POTS, or deal with chronic illness, you’re not alone. But is that true? Probably not. In this episode, Nikki chats with Dr. Kate Bochnewetch, physical therapist and running coach, to break down myths, the outdated advice, and a better way to approach running when you're dealing with these challenges. They cover: How POTS isn't caused by deconditioning and other myths around chronic illness, hypermobility, and running. The role of strength training in stability and how to build strength in a w...2025-03-1357 minResults Not TypicalOvercoming Pain & Fear: Strength Training Insights for Hypermobility with Libby Hinsley In this episode, Nikki chats with Dr. Libby Hinsley about how to get started strength training with hypermobility if you have a history or fear of pain and injury. Topics covered Essential strategies for starting strength training safely if you're frequently battling pain, fatigue, or post-exercise flare-ups. Common misconceptions about alignment and its role in safety and injury prevention for hypermobile individuals. Why a gradual approach to increasing load and challenge is more effective than trying to push past your individual level of tolerance How strength training can reduce pain and expand your movement options if...2024-07-1455 minResults Not TypicalOn Pain, Exercise, & Healthcare with Hypermobility with Dr. Melissa KoehlThis episode deep dives into the world of hypermobility with physical therapist Dr. Melissa Koehl. During this episode, Nikki and Melissa discuss navigating pain, exercise, and the healthcare system as a hypermobile human. Topics covered: The complex reasons why hypermobile humans often deal with joint pain, soreness and fatigue. Strength versus stability and the value in cultivating both Strategies for physical therapy and exercise to build strength and stability with fewer pain flares. How to measure progress when you’re hypermobile and why "pain-free" might not be the best sho...2024-03-031h 09Results Not TypicalNavigating Fitness & Flare-Ups with Hypermobilty with Robyn ScherrIn this episode, Nikki chats with crainosacral therapist Robyn Scherr about her lived and professional experience navigating fitness in a hypermobile body. They discuss: Common misconceptions around hypermobility, exercise, and injury Why doing less when starting a new exercise program will often get you better results How stress affects exercise tolerance and recovery Strategies that Robyn has used to get stronger with fewer flare-ups Their personal experiences navigating flare-ups and bad body days Connect with Nikki on Instagram @naablevyfitness Join Nikki's list for more hypermobility resources!2024-01-261h 03Results Not TypicalCompassion, Effective Behavior Change with Dr. Karin NordinIn this episode, Nikki chats with behavior change expert Dr. Karin Nordin about why behavior change is so challenging and what you can do to make the changes you want through a compassionate and evidence based approach. They discuss: Where motivation comes from and what to do when you aren't feeling motivated What it means to have compassion and what the self help world often gets wrong about the idea of discipline How to improve your relationship with rest and instill routines to reduce burnout How to use ritual and routine to improve your health, fitness, nu...2023-12-1443 minResults Not TypicalCan Pilates replace strength training? Exploring the differences w/ Steph GaudreauIn this episode, Nikki chats with sports nutritionist and strength coach Steph Gaudreau about the benefits and differences between strength training and Pilates and why you may not want to use them interchangably. They discuss: The issues with how fitness is marketed to women and how it influences our choices What is required to build strength, muscle, and bone density and if Pilates can meet these requirements in place of strength training The primary differences between programming and resistance options in Pilates and strength training and why these things matter. The importance of strength training for...2023-10-021h 02Results Not TypicalShiny sells. Basics work. The conundrum with Jenn PilottiIn this episode, Nikki chats with personal trainer and author Jenn Pilotti about the challenge in finding the balance between mastering the basics so you can see results and the desire to experience novelty in exercise. They discuss: Why novelty is so attractive, but can backfire on us if we don't have foundational strength + mobility How to find a balance between our desire for "shiny objects" and the stuff that we need to see improvements in fitness + feel better The basics of fitness, why they're important, and why they are dependent on what you want for y...2023-09-0142 minResults Not TypicalCardio for Hypermobility with Jenn PilottiIn this episode, Nikki and Jenn discuss common challengs for cardio with hypermobility and strategies to navigate them. They cover: Why cardio can feel so challenging when you're hypermobile The role of strength training in mitigating against pain and injury during cardio Common myths about hypermobility, running, and impact based cardio Tips to reduce flare-ups and pain during cardio The difference between HIIT and low intensity cardio and how to figure out what amount of each may be right for you. Purchase the Cardio for Hypermobility Master Class + Program! Purchase the Strength for Hy...2023-05-1342 minResults Not TypicalOn jaw PT and managing pain, dizziness, and hypermobilityIn this episode Nikki shares her personal journey finding solutions for managing her chronic neck pain and hypermobility related symptoms, including dizzy spells, chronic tension headaches, and joint subluxations. She also details her recent experience with physical therapy for her jaw and how it has helped reduce many of her sypmtoms. Links mentioned Jaw stability / strength exercise examples FREE hypermobility friendly strength workouts Get the Strength for Hypermobility Program Follow Nikki on Instagram @naablevyfitness Follow Nikki on TIkTok @naablevyfitness 2023-04-2717 minResults Not TypicalMyth Busting on Exercise with Hypermobility with Jenn PilottiIn this episode, Nikki and Jenn deconstruct some of the most harmful myths surrounding exercise with hypermobility. They discuss: Why restorative movement is an incomplete solution to getting and staying out of pain How and why strength training affects the human body differently from yoga and Pilates The role of strength training in pain management and injury reduction Ways to identify your personal level of tolerance to exercise to reduce flare-ups Links Mentioned: Learn more about the Strenght for Hypermobility Program Sign up for the Expanding Your Tolerance to Exercise Master...2023-02-1536 minResults Not TypicalEndurance Training for Women Over 40 | Tenille HooglandIn this interview, Nikki chats with founder and Head Coach of Elements Sports Coaching Tenille Hoogland about what women need to know when starting or returning to endurance training and sports in their 40s and beyond. They discuss: How to define endurance activities Nutrition considerations and common pitfalls that stop women from feeling and performing their best - particularly as they are entering their 40s and 50s How to get started with endurance activities such as running or biking with less burnout and fewer injuries Why age shouldn't stop you from starting or pursuing endurance activites...2022-10-191h 04Results Not TypicalNutrition without Morality | Adrienne JohnsonIn this episode, Nikki and Adrienne discuss how participating or working in the yoga / wellness / fitness industry promotes unsustainable diets, body image issues, and disordered eating. They discuss: Their own experiences with extreme dieting and fad diets Why letting go of rules and not attaching morality to food can help you eat healthier with less stress The difference between having a framework in how you approach nutrition Weight loss with minimal tracking Connect with Adrienne Instagram: @thelionesstouch Website: thelionesstouch.com Connect with Nikki Instagram: @naablevy ...2022-09-271h 10Results Not TypicalHow not to f*ck up your body pole dancing | Dr. Emily RauschIn this episode, Nikki chats with sports medicine chiropractor Dr. Emily Rausch about how to mitigate the risk of injury when practicing pole or aerial and what the rehabilitation process may look like after any injury. They discuss: Common causes of injury in pole and aerial The importance of rest and recovery during class and in between practice sessions Why strength training is a valuable cross training tool to prepare your body for pole and aerial work The role of strength and mobility training in the rehabilitation process Different strategies to improve flexibility that tend to b...2022-09-2052 minResults Not TypicalWellness Land and Anti-Depressants, Part 3: The Problem with Science Influencers | Trisha DurhamIn the final installment of this 3 part yoga series on wellness, mental health, and anti-depressants, Nikki chats with yoga teacher and movement educator Trisha Durham about the process that they went through to get a prescription for antidepressants and how social media influences our choices and perceptions of medication and mental health. They discuss: The different classes of antidepressants and how they figured out which one worked for them Their process of getting a prescription from their doctor The problem with science influencers or people who have large followings on social media who incorrectly represent research...2022-09-1238 minResults Not TypicalWellness Land and Anti-Depressants, Part 2: Problematic Behavior in the Industry | Trisha DurhamIn part 2 of this 3 part yoga series on wellness, mental health, and anti-depressants, Nikki chats with yoga teacher and movement educator Trisha Durham unpack the stigma that exists around getting support for mental health challenges in the yoga, fitness. and Pilates space. They discuss: Why "big wellness" also equals big money and is no more altruistic that the pharmaceutical industry The problem with the lack of regulations around supplements and health claims made by people in wellness spaces How you can't diet, exercise, or meditate away mental health challenges and why it's harmful to claim these th...2022-08-3158 minResults Not TypicalWellness Land and Anti-Depressants, Part 1: Firsthand experiences with medication | Trisha DurhamIn part 1 of this 3 part yoga series on wellness, mental health, and anti-depressants, Nikki chats with yoga teacher and movement educator Trisha Durham about their mental health histories and experiences with anti-depressants. They discuss: What caused them to try anti-depressants and how it made their lives better How yoga, fitness, and wellness culture initially influenced them not to see this form of help for mental health Their experience in the medical system when requesting anti-depressants and how they navigated dosage and side effects Where anti-depressants might fit when considering what tools will best help you support...2022-08-2951 minResults Not TypicalEverything we got wrong on alignment, hip thrusts, and running | Jenn PilottiIn this episode, Nikki and Jenn talk about some of the biggest myths circling the internet in the fitness, yoga, and Pilates spaces and why Jenn hates hip thrusts. They discuss: What the research says about hip thrusts and why it's not the penultimate exercise for building bigger glutes or performing better. The misconception that certain alignments will prevent or promote injury. Why overpronation may not be a problem for runners and what the current research suggests about the "best" way to run. The value of sensory input and why posture "correction" may not be an e...2022-08-1638 minResults Not TypicalStrength Training for Beginners & Progressive Overload | Meghan RamosIn this episode, Nikki chats with strength coach and physical therapy assistant Meghan Ramos about how to get started with strength training, what to do if you have pain or are coming back from an injury, and what is required to achieve progressive overload. They discuss: Where to start and how to pick your weights if you are brand new to strength training Considerations for strength training if you have pain or are coming back from an injury The role of strength training in avoided re-injury and returning to activities better than before Why progressive overload...2022-06-2530 minResults Not TypicalNavigating Yoga with Hypermobility & Pain | Adrienne JohnsonIn this episode, Nikki chats with yoga teacher Adrienne Johnson about considerations for practicing yoga when you have hypermobility or pain. They discuss: Adrienne's personal experiencing starting yoga not realizing that she was hypermobile and how she changed her practice to account for her hypermobility and be able to practice without pain. The importance of strength training to cross train for yoga - especially if you are hypermobile. Why the largest range of motion may not be the best option for you even if you're able to go there Active versus passive stretching. How props can...2022-06-1858 minResults Not TypicalStrength Training and Nutrition for Menopause | Amanda ThebeNikki chats with Amanda Thebe about how to approach strength and nutrition during peri-menopause and menopause. They dig into: Fitness and nutrition myths The importance of strength training and how to get started The benefits of a moderate approach to strength and nutrition ...and more. Connect with Amanda Thebe Website: AmandaThebe.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/amanda.thebe Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/amandathebex Podcast: www.amandathebe.com BOOK: Menopocalypse: How I Learned to Thrive During Menopause and How You Can Too!www.am...2022-05-0451 minResults Not TypicalDefining Functional Fitness | Meredith Mack & Jennifer SchwartzNikki chats with Meredith Mack and Jennifer Schwartz about what functional fitness actually means and how marketing has influenced our perception of “functional.” They also discuss how functional is relative to the individual and not a universal way of training and how it often involves exercises or applications that you wouldn’t necessarily assume you need. Subscribe and listen to the Think Fit Be Fit Podcast Network, including Peach Pit Fitness with Jenn and Meredith. (thinkfitbefitpodcast.com) Episodes of the Think Fit Be Fit Podcast that Nikki has been or contributed to include: Ep 137: Context Matters...2022-04-0652 minResults Not TypicalWhat does it mean to listen to your body? | Trisha DurhamIn this episode, Nikki chats with yoga teacher and educator Trisha Durham about the idea of listening to your body and why without context, it often isn't very helpful. They discuss: How this has become an overused statement in many yoga, Pilates, and fitness classes and alternative cues that may be less confusing for students Why there is no one size fits all approach to yoga or fitness The value of personal agency and how you can invite more of it into your classes or movement practice Why you don't have to suffer for something to be effective 2022-03-0255 minResults Not TypicalOn self trust and knowing where to look for help | Isabelle BarterIn this episode, Nikki chats with strength and brain based fitness coach Isabelle Barter about why it's important to find the right medical or fitness professionals to help you and why you shouldn't always believe the stories that someone else tells you about your body. They discuss: Why you should find physical therapists and wellness practitioners who understand your experience and the context of the activities that you want to return to if you have pain How medical and wellness providers can't predict the future, so if what they are saying doesn't sit well with you...2022-02-0347 minResults Not TypicalThe Truth About Training Like an Athlete | Anna HartmanIn this episode, Nikki chats with athletic trainer Anna Hartman about what it actually looks like to train like a professional athlete and why this idea doesn't typically align with what you need if this is not you profession. They discuss: What a professional athlete's day and workouts look like and what Anna helps them prioritize when they see her. How professional athletes often have to make trade offs where they potentially sacrifice their long term health for shorter term performance. The discrepancy between the marketing messaging of "training like an athlete" and the reality of what it...2022-01-2651 minResults Not TypicalSelf-Kindness and Escaping the "Should" Mindset | Erica WebbIn this episode Nikki chats with Pilates, yoga, and somatics teacher Erica Webb about what it means to foster self-kindness and how to escape the "should" mindset. They discuss: What it means to be kind or honest with yourself and why this practice is often difficult and uncomfortable Why it's so hard to take action towards the things that you want and strategies for moving beyond this roadblock How to reframe your "shoulds" into self talk that is more productive and less based in guilt in shame Toxic positivity and why the yoga every damn day...2022-01-2047 minResults Not TypicalNavigating Chronic Illness & Pelvic Health Myths | Larissa ParsonIn this episode of the Results Not Typical Podcast, Nikki chats with joy coach and movement teacher Larissa Parson about navigating chronic illness as a movement teacher, misconceptions around pelvic health issues, and bias around women’s healthcare when seeking medical providers. They discuss: How to find joy and enjoyment in movement even when you have pain, illness, or injury The importance of choice and autonomy in all aspects of exercise, health, and self-care Bias and racism in medicine and maternal healthcare Myths and misconceptions around pelvic health issues, such as diastasis and prolapse Larissa’s expe...2022-01-051h 04Results Not TypicalBoundaries for Less Business Burnout | Cora GerouxIn this episode of the Results Not Typical Podcast, Nikki chats with business coach and yoga teacher Cora Geroux about how to create structure and boundaries in your business to minimize burnout. They discuss: How Cora has built in time off into her workflow and schedule The importance of having dedicated time off when you are not working on your business The "Joe Rogan" effect and how it relates to marketing How social media is about your clients and now about you Connect with Cora Instagram: @corageroux Website: https://www.corageroux...2021-12-2950 minResults Not TypicalHow Reformer Pilates Compliments Strength | Kaleen CanevariIn this episode, Nikki chats with Pilates teacher, mechanical engineer, and founder of Flexia Kaleen Canevari about the unique benefits of the Pilates reformer and how it can be modernized and brought to more people with tech. They discuss: Pilates versus strength training and how the two complement each other Why the Pilates springs are a unique form of resistance training and how they can be helpful for decreasing pain and improving flexibility and control How the Flexia smart reformer's sensor will help people track their progress in strength and flexibility, while also quantifying quality of m...2021-12-1555 minResults Not TypicalSlowing the Eff Down & Self Acceptance | Caitlin DohertyIn this episode of the Results Not Typical Podcast, Nikki chats with yoga teacher Caitlin Doherty about the importance of slowing down and how it relates to self car, self acceptance, and yoga. They discuss: How capitalism, hustle culture, and perfectionism encourages us to sacrifice ourselves for the sake of productivity The power of learning to slow down and be more intentional with your workouts, movement practice, and life Why the most "productive" life isn't always your best life How to find self worth outside of what you produce and what you look like Ways to...2021-12-081h 01Results Not TypicalThe Intersections of Diet Culture & Purity Culture | Sarah Lacour & Zach AndersonIn this episode, Nikki chats with Zach Anderson and Sarah Lacour about the commonalities between diet culture and purity culture. They discuss: How both cultures conflate diet, exercise, and weight with morality The emphasis on weight loss and policing of women's bodies in both cultures How purity culture shows up in the language of fitness culture How this narrative contributes to body dysmorphia, disordered eating, and eating disorders Zach's experience as a gay man who grew up in the Mormon church and now works in the nutrition and fitness space Sarah's experience growing up in the...2021-12-011h 04Results Not TypicalWhy Women Should Strength Train | Steph Gaudreau & Robin LegatIn this episode, Nikki chats with strength and nutrition coach Steph Gaudreau and fitness coach for women over 40 Robin Legat about why strength training is such a powerful tool to help women in all stages of life. They discuss: The benefits of pursuing strength training as we age if we want to maintain muscle mass, bone mass, and improve our quality of life. Why the small pink dumbbells have limitations in what they can do for you The importance of eating enough protein if you strength train and why this advice is often given Strength training...2021-11-191h 07Results Not TypicalMoving Beyond the Chronic Pain Identity | Beck Beverage & Kevin MooreIn this episode of the Results Not Typical Podcast, Nikki chats with Kevin Moore and Beck Beverage from the Reembody Method about moving beyond the chronic pain identity. They discuss: The intersection of biomechanics and pain science and why the two are not mutually exclusive The purpose of pain, why it happens, and how we can address it physically and psychologically How practitioners can hold space for themselves and their clients who have pain and why "anti healing" may be a better approach to helping people move beyond pain The role of trauma in the experience...2021-09-271h 07Results Not TypicalBody Autonomy, Self Trust, & Weight Loss | Isabelle Barter & Jordana EdelsteinIn this episode of Results Not Typical Nikki chats with nutrition coach Jordana Edelstein and strength coach Isabelle Barter about body autonomy, self trust, and weight loss. They discuss: Diet culture versus education around nutrition, energy balance, and habit change The problematic aspects of weight loss within our culture, but why people should still have autonomy around their goals and what they choose to do with their bodies Their own experiences with weight loss and what they learned from them Why self trust is an essential element to repairing your relationship with yourself and food Why...2021-09-241h 09Results Not TypicalBrian Linton | Being a new teacher and male in a female dominated industryIn this episode, Nikki chats with Pilates teacher Brian Linton about his experience attending his Pilates teacher training remotely during a pandemic and what it's like to be a male in a female dominated industry. They discuss: His experience pursuing his Pilates teaching training during a pandemic What originally drew him to Pilates when it's typically marketed to women and why he decided to become a teacher His insights as a new instructor Connect with Brian Say hello on Instagram @brian.a.linton Connect with Nikki: Join her list for free workouts...2021-08-2544 minResults Not TypicalAbby Langer | Calling BS on diet trends and hormonesIn this episode, Nikki chats with registered dietician and author of Good Food, Bad Diet about how much diet can actually affect your hormones and the lack of scientific evidence around many popular alternative medicine hormone tests. They discuss: Why the idea of "balanced" hormones doesn't actually make sense The lack of evidence behind the Dutch test and why you should save your money How to spot red flags when someone is selling you a diet that is supposed to address or solve a hormone related issue Why the marketing behind "hormone helping" diets is typically...2021-07-1650 minResults Not TypicalJennifer Schwartz | The Scientific Purpose of Muscle, Fat, and ExerciseIn this episode, Nikki chats with Muscle Activation Techniques™ Rx specialist and strength coach Jennifer Simone Schwartz about the scientific purpose behind why we have muscle and fat, as well as the physiological effects of exercise on our system. They discuss: The metabolic properties of muscle and fat What the research says about the effects of strength training on hormone regulation and body composition The "Goldilocks Principle" and why it's important that we get the right "dosage" of exercise to stimulate these hormones without creating excessive inflammation Why taking an individual approach to exercise that goes beyo...2021-07-0959 minResults Not TypicalIsabelle Barter | Kettlebells vs Barbells vs DumbbellsIn this episode, Nikki chats with strength coach Isabelle Barter about the different types of strength training equipment and what each thing is best for. They discuss: The difference between strength training with barbells, kettlebells, and dumbbells Which type of training you should start with if you are a beginner Which type of equipment is best for strength vs building muscle / hypertrophy, vs building power The best equipment to buy if you want to strength train at home Click here to sign up for Kettlebells Made Simple! To connect with Isabelle and learn...2021-06-2045 minResults Not TypicalJordana Edelstein | Repairing your relationship with food and exerciseIn this episode, Nikki chats with health coach and movement teacher Jordana Edelstein about what you can do to repair your relationship with food and exercise. They discuss: The difference between working hard and suffering Why developing self trust and being okay with not having all of the answers is an intrinsic part of the process How rules and restriction create more harm and don't typically lead to better health Jordana's challenges with body image and what she's done to redefine her own relationship to movement and nutrition To connect with Jordana and learn more...2021-06-1657 minResults Not TypicalLilith Fury | Lipedema, fat bias, and weight stigma in healthcareIn this interview, Nikki chats with horror actress, plus size model, and activist Lilith Fury about her experience with lipedema and fat bias and weight stigma when seeking medical help. They discuss: How fat bias and weight stigma delayed her diagnosis and resulted in poor and even life threatening medical care What lipedema is and how this somewhat common condition is so poorly understood by the general public and medical community due to fat bias What it is like to live with lipedema and the mistreatment that larger bodied and fat people face on the internet...2021-06-101h 16Results Not TypicalMonica Bright | Navigating pain and injury in yoga In this episode, Nikki chats with yoga teacher Monica Bright about navigating pain or injury in your yoga practice. They discuss: - Myths about the relationship between pain and injury - Why even though yoga is thought of as therapeutic, not all yoga poses or styles are appropriate when you have pain or injury - How to have grace for yourself if you have pain or an injury and are unable to do as much as you would like - Monica's recent experience with frozen shoulder and what she's learned from it about navigating these types of long term injuries - Wh...2021-05-251h 09Results Not TypicalLinsey Levy | Taking an individualized approach to nutritionIn this interview, Nikki chats with health coach Linsey Levy about why we need to take a more individualized approach to our health and nutrition. They discuss: The problem with following celebrity diets or looking at celebrities as authorities in nutrition and fitness Why the all or nothing approach or dramatic changes to one's are unsustainable and what works better Strategies to figure out what works for you in regards to nutrition How to move past your fear of eating certain foods or food groups. To connect with Linsey and learn more about her work:2021-05-1842 minResults Not TypicalAllison Skewes | Bread Benders, Quinoa Whiskey, and Weight Loss DrugsIn this bonus episode of Results Not Typical, Nikki and Pilates teacher Allison Skewes unpack why Gwyneth Paltrow's latest commentary about her quarantine diet was so problematic and the social implications of a New York Times article about a new weight loss drug. They discuss: Why we shouldn't normalize socially acceptable and celebrated examples of disordered eating Why you shouldn't fear carbs and why it's important to consider diet on an individual and nuanced level and not look to celebrities or pop culture for advice The classism and racist underpinnings in demonizing foods - particularly if t...2021-05-1451 minResults Not TypicalJenni Pilotti | What the research says about cardioIn this episode, Nikki chats with personal trainer Jenn Pilotti about what the current research says about cardio and how to best integrate it into your life. They discuss: How cardio can reduce or increase anxiety depending on the individual and the type of cardio performed The correlation between cardio and better cognition How to achieve the benefits of higher intensity cardio if you are unable to or dislike running or jumping Cardio myths, including that it will reduce / limit your muscle mass or inhibit your strength if you enjoy strength training How much cardio you n...2021-05-1142 minResults Not TypicalTravis Pollen & Jenni Rawlings | On strength training for yogaIn this interview, Nikki chats with strength coach Travis Pollen, PhD and yoga teacher Jenni Rawlings about how to incorporate strength training into a yoga practice. They discuss: How strength training can make advanced yoga poses feel easier and may reduce the experience of pain and injury How much load or weight you need to lift to experience the full benefits of strength training How to get started strength training and balance it with a pre-existing movement practice, such as yoga Common strength training myths in the yoga space How to purchase their book + program...2021-05-0450 minResults Not TypicalSarah Purcell | Strength training & Pilates with OsteoporosisIn this episode, Nikki chats with movement teacher Sarah Purcell about her experience being diagnosed with osteoporosis and how women can navigate fitness with this diagnosis: They discuss: What you need to know about bone density, bone quality, and the different test scores in relation to osteopenia and osteoporosis How to get started strength training safely and effectively if you have this diagnosis Why strength training is an important part of building and maintaining bone density to reduce the risk of developing osteoporosis The role that Pilates and stability training can play in your fitness practice...2021-04-2859 minResults Not TypicalBeth Sandlin | Taking a trauma informed approach to Pilates & fitnessIn this episode, Nikki chats with Pilates teacher and educator Beth Sandlin about why it's important to take a trauma informed approach to Pilates and fitness. They discuss: How the lack of awareness around being trauma informed makes Pilates and fitness increases the barrier to entry for people trying or continuing with these methods If it's possible to be trauma informed in your marketing What it means to be trauma informed and the nuance required for having these conversations Considerations that teachers and trainers can make if they want to make their classes more inclusive How...2021-04-221h 03
Results Not TypicalReality TV stars need love too | Listen to your heart recap: Ep 3In this episode, Jen, Katie and Nikki recap the fourth episode of Listen To Your Heart and in that conversation realize that quarantine is actually like being trapped in the Bachelor mansion, except no one is filming you. This leads into an accidentally deep discussion about why we should have some empathy for reality TV stars. They also discuss quarantine workout tips, including why real pants are overrated and how it's not a great idea to do 17 band workouts in 2 days. 2020-05-1351 minResults Not TypicalWhen worlds collide: The Bachelor Meets American Idol | Listen to your heart recap, Ep 2In this episode, Nikki, Jen and Katie continue recapping episodes 2 and 3 of the Bachelor spinoff Listen to Your Heart. They discussing pressing world news, including the pitfalls of rolling on wet grass in a white dress, if pop squatting will help reduce anxiety, and why stairs are an excellent alternative to a bench if you need to practice box jumps while the gym is closed. To connect with Jen, say hello at @heyjenhope on instagram or visit heyjenhope.com.2020-05-0546 minResults Not TypicalDon't trust the personal trainer on reality tv | Listen to your heart recap: Ep 1In this episode, Nikki is joined by Leigh Peele, Katie Nemargut, and Jen Hope to recap episode one of the Bachelor spinoff Listen to Your Heart. They also discuss fitness tips for COVID and the oddest replacements they've received on Instacart. Oatmeal into potatoes or sparkling water into wine, anyone? Connect with Leigh at leighpeele.com or on Instagram at @leighpeele Connect with Jen at heyjenhope.com or on Instagram at @heyjenhope2020-04-1847 minResults Not TypicalIsidora Romantini | The intersection of addiction, self-regulation, and wellnessIn this episode, Nikki chats with manual therapist and yoga teacher Isidora Romantini about how addiction and self-destructive behaviors intersect with yoga and wellness culture. They discuss: - Isidora's experience with addiction and how the process of recovery shifted her perspective of movement and informs how she works with students - How even people with addictions or disorders will often use "healthy behaviors" in an unhealthy way as a coping mechanism - How our culture and social media affects our behaviors, goals, and sense of self - Why compassion...2020-02-0555 minResults Not TypicalSteph Gaudreau | Dismantling Diet CultureIn this episode, Nikki chats with nutrition and strength coach Steph Gaudreau about dismantling diet culture and how we as women can take a more empowered approach to fitness and wellness. They discuss: The pervasiveness of diet culture and how this causes women to approach fitness in a way that is damaging to their mental and physical health. Why strength training feels so inaccessible to women and what we can do as fitness professionals to lower the barrier to entry. How to change the narrative around a fear of being bulky and taking up space. Strategies...2020-01-1449 minResults Not TypicalLeigh Peele | On body dysmorphia, Instagram culture, and identityIn this episode, Nikki and Leigh discuss body dysmorphia in the fitness industry and how to distinguish self image from societal conditioning. They discuss: - How personal identity should be a primary factor in determining your fitness goals - Body acceptance versus denial, how we end up setting goals that don't really serve us, and how to find trust within ourselves - The role of the internet and Instagram culture in body image - The importance of body autonomy and the problem with unsolicited advice and how it contributes...2020-01-021h 13Results Not TypicalJason Leenaarts | Coffee enemas, fitness gurus, and who you should trustIn this episode, Nikki chats with strength coach Jason Leenaarts about how to make better and safer choices for ourselves when looking for approaches to health and fitness. They discuss: - Fads such as coffee enemas and why even though google scholar can tell us it's a bad idea, many of us will still try these things - Why emotional decision making often leads to extreme behavior - Why it's so tempting to turn to a guru instead of a fitness professional when you're having a health crisis ...2019-07-0136 minResults Not TypicalDr. Susan Kleiner | The truth about "wheat belly"In this episode, Nikki chat's with registered dietician Dr. Susan Kleiner about the nutritional science and research behind grains, gluten, and wheat and how it applies to our health. They discuss: - Myths and facts about "wheat belly" and why so many people find that it contributes to gut distress, brain fog, and bloating - Why wheat, grains, and gluten intolerance often aren't the problem, but how the way that we process grains are - The health benefits and research that supports eating whole grains and how to incorporate more of t...2019-06-2747 minResults Not TypicalRafal Matuszewski | Muscle confusion and other training mythsIn this episode, Nikki chats with certified personal trainer and host of the Cut the S#iT Get Fit Podcast Rafal Matuszewski about how to take a results focused approach to fitness and nutrition that goes beyond the fads. They discuss: - Marketing versus application and why buzz words like muscle confusion often don't mean anything - The benefits of focusing on consistency instead of novelty - How following health and fitness trends isn't always a bad thing, but individualizing the process will often get you a better result. Ab...2019-06-2131 minResults Not TypicalAesha Ash | Representation in Ballet and the Swan Dreams ProjectIn this episode, Nikki chats with Aesha Ash, retired professional ballet dancer about representation in ballet, the power of images, and her work through the Swan Dreams Project to challenge and change the stereotype of how African American women are perceived by society. They also discuss: - Her shift in perception of self after turning 40 - Her experience being the principal dance double for Zoe Saldana in the movie Center Stage - The work she is doing to bring ballet, fitness, and culture to children who live in inner cities. A...2019-06-1438 minResults Not TypicalEllen Nixon | Childhood gym class trauma and the Presidential Fitness TestIn this episode, Nikki chats with Seattle based Pilates teacher Ellen Nixon about their fitness memories from growing up in the 90's and how it's shaped their perspective of movement now. They discuss: - The Presidential Fitness Test and the structure of gym class and why they found it problematic for inspiring kids to enjoy physical activity - How the term athlete can be a turn off for a lot of kids (and later adults) who don't feel like they fit into that category - The importance of listening to your...2019-06-0745 minResults Not TypicalJess Vann | Vulnerability, body positivity, and fitness trendsIn this episode, Nikki chats with entrepreneur, speaker and actor Jess Vann about body positivity and vulnerability in the online space. They discuss: - What it means to be vulnerable and body positive online - How the culture and trends around fitness have shifted since the 80's and 90's - Why representation matters and how it influences self image About Jess Vann Jess Vann is a body positive, fitness lovah, loving, fierce songtress, entrepreneur, speaker and actor. Let’s not forget Co-Host to the podcast Red White and...2019-06-0259 minResults Not TypicalPeter Baker | Functional training, hypertrophy, and bikini competition prepIn this episode, Nikki chats with Peter Baker about his thoughts on functional training and how it applies to the individual. They also discuss: - What it means to train for hypertrophy and why muscle growth can be more challenging than it sounds - The difference between fat loss strategies for the general public versus a figure or bikini competitor - Why there is no one size fits all approach to health and fitness To connect with Peter visit peterdbaker.com. 2019-05-1735 minResults Not TypicalCourtney Townley | On ditching self-sabotage and embracing the messIn this episode, Nikki chats with Courtney Townley about how to break out of the cycle of unsustainable fitness practices and self-sabotage. They discuss: - How failing leads to learning and ultimately success - Why it's important to be a generalist in movement vs. specializing in one modality - Courtney's journey from Pilates teacher to health coach and what her movement practice looks like now - How to get out of the perfectionist trap - Strategies to build sustainable long term habits to improve health and reach yo...2019-05-0358 minResults Not TypicalDr. C. Shanté Cofield | What you should know about pain scienceIn this episode, Nikki chats with Dr. C. Shanté Cofield (aka The Movement Maestro) about how to apply the new model of pain science to teaching movement in a practical way. They discuss: - What research is now suggesting about how and why we experience pain and how this relates to chronic pain/pain during movement - Strategies for addressing pain when working with clients and patients and how to use graded exposure in a session - What it means when people say "pain is in your brain" and why it's bi...2019-04-2553 minResults Not TypicalDr. Ellie Somers | Straddling the line between pain science and biomechanicsIn this episode, Nikki chats with physical therapist Dr. Ellie Somers about how to straddle the line between pain science and biomechanics when working with patients or clients. They discuss: - The role of pain science and biomechanics in injury, tissue damage, and returning to an activity after an injury - How biomechanics may be more about performance than injury prevention - How to talk to clients in a way that empowers them to move and reduces fear - What the research suggests about why injuries happen A...2019-04-1848 minResults Not TypicalDr. Tamra Wroblesky | Pelvic floor health for strength and conditioningIn this episode, Nikki chat with pelvic floor physical therapist Dr. Tamra Wroblesky about pelvic floor training and rehab strategies to return to exercise and strength training. They discuss: - Common pelvic floor myths and why women can strength train with pelvic floor issues - How gut health relates to pelvic floor function - Why pelvic floor health is connected to whole body function - Signs of pelvic floor dysfunction (what's normal and what's not) - Strategies addressing pelvic floor issues About Dr. Tamra Wroblesky...2019-04-1849 minResults Not TypicalTravis Pollen | The science of core training and injury preventionIn this episode, Nikki chats with personal trainer and PhD candidate in rehabilitation sciences Travis Pollen about what the research currently suggests about how core training and FMS screens relate to injury prevention. They discuss: - Core training myths and why the belief that engaging your TVA can prevent back pain may be outdated - If FMS screenings can actually predict injury based on what the research says - Factors that might actually play a role in reducing pain and the risk of injury About Travis Pollen ...2019-03-2254 minResults Not TypicalKassi Hanson | Fitness fashion and how to break the "rules"In this episode, Nikki chats with Kassi Hanson, stylist and owner of athleisure wear store Ka'lectic about fitness fashion and how to break the "rules" to create your own style. They discuss: - How to care for athletic wear to make it last longer - What pieces are worth splurging for and which ones you can buy the inexpensive versions of - How to combine prints and patterns and balance oversize and form fitting pieces - Dressing for your body type - Current fitness fashion trends 2019-03-1940 minResults Not TypicalLife after sport and empowering women through strength trainingIn this interview, Nikki chats with strength coach Kat Libby about training for sport and empowering women through strength training. They discuss: - The differences (and similarities) between training for a sport and training for general fitness - Kat's personal experience transitioning from training as an elite level athlete to general fitness (aka life after sports and the identity challenges that can come with it) - How women can be empowered and inspired to get strong and take up space in and out of the gym - Strategies and...2019-03-0848 minResults Not TypicalTrina Altman | Ball rolling, strength training, and picking the right modality for the jobIn this episode, Nikki chats with yoga teacher and educator Trina Altman about the benefits of ball rolling, strength training, and taking an interdisciplinary approach to teaching and experiencing movement. They discuss: - What ball rolling, foam rolling, and self myofascial release is beneficial for (and what it's less helpful for) - Trina's journey into strength training and how it helped her get out of pain - How to get past the fear of injury when getting started weight lifting - How strength and mobility aren't mutually exclusive 2019-02-1742 minResults Not TypicalMelody Schoenfeld | Vegan Nutrition for Strength TrainingIn this episode, Nikki chats with strength coach Melody Schoenfeld about vegan nutrition for strength training and athletes. They discuss: What vegans should be aware of to create nutritional balance Supplementation that vegans should consider and sources of vegan protein Myths about veganism and strength training How to tell if something is a credible source of information and how to take a science based approach to vegan nutrition Nutritional requirements for strength athletes who are vegan Thoughts on food dogma and being vegan in a non vegan household About Melody Schoenfeld At 5’0” and 100lbs...2019-02-0846 minResults Not TypicalMeghan Callaway | On mastering pull-ups and smarter strengthIn this episode, Nikki chats with strength coach and creator of the Ultimate Pull-Up Program Meghan Callaway about how to master pull-ups and intelligent strategies for integrating strength training into your fitness routine. They discuss: How to scale pull-ups, so anyone can start training for them Pull-up and strength training myths Why women often struggle with grip strength and exercises to address it How to keep training when you have an injury without aggravating the issue Why the pull-up is a full body exercise How cleaning up your pull-up technique can reduce elbow pain and callouses 2019-02-0855 minResults Not TypicalLeigh Peele | A sane approach to fat loss and weight maintenanceIn this episode, Nikki chats with Leigh Peele about sustainable strategies for achieving fat loss and weight maintenance. They discuss: - The science behind fat loss and body recomposition - What you need to know for fat loss and common fat loss myths and misconceptions - Why the scale can be a poor tool of measurement and how you can lose fat without the scale changing - Why training will sometimes make the scale go up, even if you haven't gained fat - A primer on the...2019-02-081h 01
Moving Well PodcastS3. Ep 5: Jason Leenaarts | On mindset, strength training, and fat lossIn this episode, Nikki and Janet chat with strength coach and host of the Revolutionary You! Podcast Jason Leenaarts about the relationship between mindset and reaching your fitness goals. They discuss: Why the basics are often what you need to reach fitness goals, but why these goals are still challenging to achieve (e.g. emotional factors, family life, ect) The different stages of change and how it relates to fat loss and strength training A primer on getting started strength training and the important of recovery What to do when you or your clients have conflicting g...2018-12-1949 minMoving Well PodcastS3. Ep 4: Trent McEntire | Using brain science for creative problem solvingIn this episode, Janet and Nikki chat with Trent McEntire about how to apply brain science to Pilates and fitness for better results and creative problem solving. They discuss: The hierarchy that our brain takes information from (proprioception, vestibular system, visual system) and how you can use this hierarchy to problem solve issues for yourself or your clients The role of eyes in movement patterning and accessing movement How games based on visual tracking and reaction time can improve functional movement patterns, mental focus, and athletic performance Why Trent developed the BrainSpeed Ball and how he i...2018-12-1242 minMoving Well PodcastS3. Ep 3 : Theo St. Francis & Stephanie Behrendt Comella | Spinal Cord Injury Recovery and ZebraFish NeuroIn this episode, Janet and Nikki chat with Theo St Francis & Stephanie Behrendt Comella about the process of recovering from a spinal cord injury (SCI) and their project Zebra Fish Neuro. They discuss: The difference between the traditional medical model for working with a SCI and a movement based approach Why Pilates inherently lends itself to being so beneficial to this group The benefits of getting on the ground and using rolling patterns after an SCI Why the diagnostic tests may not always accurately measure SCI recovery Zebra Fish Neuro and how it will help movement t...2018-09-041h 01
Moving Well PodcastS3. Ep 2: Adam McAtee | Bringing critical thinking to PilatesIn this episode, Nikki and Janet chat with Pilates Adam McAtee about his experience teaching Pilates in both a clinical and fitness setting and how using critical thinking can help you create a better client experience. They discuss: Internal versus external cuing and what types of cues will help your client become a better mover Why cues can't always keep someone safe How to assess which exercises might be better for a client The importance of asking questions and creating space for clients to own their movement Internal work that we can do to become even...2018-08-2900 minMoving Well PodcastS3. Ep 1: Jill Harris | On Fitsprings, product development, and InstagramIn this episode, Janet and Nikki chat with Jill Harris, Pilates teacher and master instructor about the product development for inventing Fitsprings. They discuss: Why Jill created Fitsprings and how she is using it to fill a gap in the Pilates and fitness industry What it takes to create a physical product and how to scale it to mass market production Jill's inspiration for creating unique, engaging content on Instagram #Pilatesandpets and how Jill is using her Instagram following to help animal shelters and save bunnies About Jill Harris: Master Pilates instructor Jill...2018-08-2150 minMoving Well PodcastS2. Ep 8: Tom McCook | Creating an embodied movement practiceIn 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 sp...2018-05-1854 minMoving Well PodcastS2. Ep 7: Hunter Cook | On mobility, injury mitigation, and FRCIn this episode, Janet and Nikki chat with Hunter Cook, FRC and Kinstretch instructor about mobility training for injury mitigation. They discuss: Why injury prevention is a myth + why you should train for injury mitigation instead Common mobility training myths How training for strength can improve your mobility Flexibility versus mobility What it means to have "good" range of motion Why your mobility goals should match the demands of your sport The theory and science behind Functional Range Conditioning® (FRC) About Hunter Cook Hunter has been personal training for the last 11 years, and h...2018-05-0348 minMoving Well PodcastS2. Ep 6: Dr. Ellie Somers | Body positive language for better patient outcomesIn this episode, Nikki and Janet chat with Dr. Ellie Somers, physical therapist and owner of Sisu Sports Performance & PT about how using body positive language in medical and fitness settings can create better outcomes for patients and clients both in improving performance and reducing pain. They cover: What it means to use body positive language and why it's important not to scare people when educating them about their form or their diagnosis How to offer constructive feedback to create a positive movement experience and help someone feel better, while still keeping safety as a consideration T...2018-03-3059 minMoving Well PodcastS2. Ep 5: Amanda Holt LeNaire | Pilates education, ballet, and teaching dancersIn this episode, Janet and Nikki chat with Amanda Holt LeNaire, Balanced Body Master Instructor about her experience working with the Oklahoma City Ballet and training professional dancers to become Pilates teachers. They cover: The similarities and differences between teaching the general public and professional dancers What it's like to work with the ballet as a Pilates studio owner and educator Strategies to help dancers reduce the risk of injury and improve career longevity Amanda and her business partner Lucky Jabara's experience watching the Pilates industry evolve over the past few decades About Amanda Holt...2018-03-2246 minMoving Well PodcastS2. Ep 4: Jules Mitchell & Charlie Reid | Transitioning clients from post rehab to regular activityIn this episode, Nikki and Janet chat with Jules Mitchell, yoga teacher and movement educator, and Charlie Reid, strength and conditioning coach, about transitioning clients from post rehab back to regular activity and performance. They cover: Why clients often get trapped in the revolving door between physical therapy and fitness The role of the physical therapist and the fitness professional or movement teacher in helping clients resume regular activity after an injury The limitations of the current model that is used to assess, treat injuries, and transition the client out of rehab How the mindset of t...2018-03-1659 minMoving Well PodcastS2. Ep 3: Alexandra Ellis | On balancing self-care, mobility, and strengthIn this episode, Janet and Nikki chat with self-care expert and yoga teacher Alexandra Ellis about how to integrate self-massage, mobility, and strength work into a movement practice to improve function and decrease the risk of injury. They discuss: The current scientific theories on what's happening when we perform release work with balls or foam rollers The best applications for self-massage tools and how to know if you need a soft or hard tool The importance of strength work in reducing pain and tension + improving function The difference between flexibility and mobility When stretching can be...2018-03-1046 minMoving Well PodcastS2. Ep 2: Mariska Breland & Meghann Koppele Duffy | Movement training for neurological conditionsIn this episode, Janet and Nikki chat with Mariska Breland and Meghann Koppele Duffy about Pilates and movement training for neurological conditions. They discuss: Common neurological conditions such as MS and what to expect when working with these clients The importance of cross training and a taking an interdisciplinary movement approach when training clients with neurological conditions Different types of neuropathy and how to address the symptoms with a movement approach Vibration and gait training Mariska and Meghann's new project The NeuroRehab Movement About Mariska Breland Mariska is the founder of Washington, D.C...2018-02-2247 minMoving Well PodcastS2. Ep 1: Jessica Valant | On endometriosis, IVF, and PilatesIn this episode, Janet and Nikki chat with licensed physical therapist and certified Pilates instructor Jessica Valant about working with pre and postnatal clients in a Pilates and fitness setting. They cover: What it means when a client has a diagnosis of endometriosis and how to work with them in a Pilates or fitness setting Signs of pelvic floor dysfunction and how to know if you should refer a client out to a medical professional How to stay in your scope of practice when working with pre and postnatal clients and the difference between assessment and...2018-02-1656 minMoving Well PodcastSeason 1 Recap: What we've learned after 55 episodesIn this episode, movement educator and professional classical musician Kayleigh Miller interviews Janet and Nikki about their experience creating the podcast. They cover: How their perspective of movement and fitness + their own workouts have been influenced by their guest interviews How they reconcile conflicting perspectives when they and their guests don't agree The mission + future of the podcast About Kayleigh Miller Kayleigh Miller is a movement educator and professional classical musician who helps people move better so they can be the best version of themselves in all aspects of their lives. ...2018-02-0943 minMoving Well PodcastEp 55: Nico Gonzalez | On diversity, finding your voice and owning your teaching styleIn this episode, Janet and Nikki chat with Pilates teacher and educator Nico Gonzalez about his experiences of being a minority in the Pilates industry and his strategies for combining Pilates and traditional fitness in his studio fitness physiques by Nico G. They cover: How being male and minority opens certain professional doors and closes others How different people can get away with using different words and styles of cuing Strategies for making Pilates feel more accessible to male clients Ways to introduce mind body work to clients who are more interested in exercises that feel "har...2017-12-2255 minMoving Well PodcastEp 54: Katie Santos | On Pilates, money, and business modelsIn this episode, Nikki and Janet talk with Katie Santos, co-owner of the Absolute Center, Pilates educator and consultant for MindBodyOnline about how to master the business side of being a Pilates teacher or studio owner. They cover: Katie's experience transitioning into the Pilates industry as a teacher and business owner Why it's important to have a business model when you start a business Strategies for having uncomfortable conversations around money Tips for creating a sustainable business How the division of roles can help your business be more successful if you have business partners Applying primal...2017-11-1056 minMoving Well PodcastEp 53: Louise Johns | Movement experiences, cuing, and primal movement sequencingIn this episode, Janet and Nikki chat with movement educator and co-founder of the Absolute center, Louise Johns about how to use cues to get better results for your clients and how primal movement can be integrated into your practice. They cover: Cuing for embodiment versus cuing for biomechanics (and why these cues aren't mutually exclusive) Why sometimes saying less is more effective How to sequence and incorporate primal movement into a Pilates class or private session Why primal movement and less structured movement experiences are an ideal complement to more structured fitness modalities like Pilates...2017-11-0242 minMoving Well PodcastEp 52: Claudia Moose | Applying primal movement to post rehab, Pilates and fitnessIn this episode, Janet and Nikki chat with Claudia Moose, founder of Primal Movement Works about how to apply primal movements to post rehab, Pilates and fitness. They cover: The theory behind primal movement and why it's beneficial Different styles of and applications for crawling How crawling and other primal movements can help us recover from injury and improve gait patterns and performance. How to integrate primal movement explorations into a Pilates or fitness setting The difference between increasing tolerance to novel movement and physical pain that could lead to injury Claudia's journey in using primal m...2017-10-2651 minMoving Well PodcastEp 51: Jennifer Gianni | Working with the pre and postnatal clientIn this episode, Janet and Nikki chat with Pilates teacher and movement educator Jennifer Gianni about how to work with pre and postnatal women in a Pilates and fitness setting: They cover: - Basic recommendations for working with pre and postnatal clients - How to assess for common issues related to pregnancy, such as pelvic floor dysfunction and diastasis rect - Stretching considerations and contraindications - Strategies and exercises to train the pelvic floor and the abdominals during and after pregnancy - How women can tell if a...2017-10-1958 minMoving Well PodcastEp 50: Rebekah Rotstein | Pilates and Movement Applications for OsteoporosisIn this episode, Janet and Nikki talk with Rebekah Rotstein, movement + Pilates educator and creator of Buff Bones about applications for Pilates and movement to osteoporosis. They discuss: The process of being diagnosed for osteoporosis and what it means How to acknowledge the fear that can come with diagnosis and how to create a safe space to move through it The importance of looking at multiple movement systems when creating a holistic movement or fitness practice Rebekah's personal experience with osteoporosis and how it inspired her to create buff bones and contribute to research on how t...2017-09-2855 minMoving Well PodcastEp 49: Kelly Uygan | Dance conditioning and injury preventionIn this episode, Janet and Nikki chat with Kelly Uygan, co-Owner of Konnect Pilates and Faculty with American Ballet Theatre’s West Coast William J Gillespie School about conditioning and injury prevention strategies for dancers. They cover: Common causes of injury in dancers and how that relates to their technique Key elements of a dance conditioning program Technical things that dancers can work on to both improve their technique and balance out their body for more resiliency (e.g. working in parallel, dorsiflexion, quad strength) The issue with using cues for technique that aren't technically accurate an...2017-09-2150 minMoving Well PodcastEp 41: Eric Feigl | Efficient Strength Training PracticesIn this episode, Nikki and Janet chat with host of the Fitness Candor Podcast and personal trainer Eric Feigl about how to get the most out of your strength training without having to live in the gym. They discuss: What a full body workout looks like and how that might differ between a 30 minute and 1 hour workout Why a longer workout isn't always a more effective workout How to find time for strength training even when you're really busy The role of recovery in building strength and seeing results If you need traditional cardio as part...2017-07-2039 minMoving Well PodcastEp 23: Nikki Naab-Levy | Massage school, Pilates & goats #meetyourhostsIn this bonus episode, Janet interviews Nikki about how she got her start in fitness. They cover: Her fitness philosophy Her experiences as a personal trainer, Pilates teacher and massage therapist How she tricked herself into starting a business How they started the podcast 2017-02-1618 minMoving Well PodcastEp 14: Paige Raffo, PT | How to come back from an injuryIn this episode, Nikki and Janet sit down with physical therapist, certified Pilates teacher and professional yoga therapist, Paige Raffo to talk about the transition to coming back from an injury, so you don't get re-injured. They cover: How to know if you need to see a medical professional for your pain The different types of pain and injury The typical process of transitioning from rehab back to regular exercise The difference between rehab and post rehab + the roles of the medical professional and fitness professional How to create a conversation between the medical professional and...2016-10-2724 minMoving Well PodcastEp 06: How to Define & Achieve Good PostureIn this episode, Janet and Nikki discuss how to maintain and create effortless, easeful posture. You’ll learn how to define good posture, what is a neutral pelvis and neutral spine and how to find good standing and seated posture. You’ll also gain some insight on how furniture can influence your posture and pain patterns and what you can do to modify your environment to support better posture and alignment. Janet and Nikki also discuss common culprits in postural deviations and exercises that you can to do improve posture and mobility. 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Moving Well PodcastEp 03: What you should work on when you're pregnantOftentimes, new moms hear about all the things they can’t do once they find out they’re pregnant or with a new baby at home. In this episode, Nikki Naab-Levy talks with prenatal and postpartum fitness expert Rebecca Crouse-Roman about the things you should work on when you’re pregnant. 3 things to focus on during and after your pregnancy 1) Shoulder stability and strength After you’ve had your baby, your going to use your arms. A lot. You’ll be holding him or her while breast feeding, pushing strollers, lifting bulky bags and transferring car seats. Talking the time to create...2016-07-1617 min