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Well To The CoreWell To The CoreBreak Free From The All-Or-Nothing MentalityIn this episode of Well to the Core, we’re diving into a mindset that holds so many of us back: the all-or-nothing mentality. Whether it’s fitness, nutrition, or wellness goals, many women feel they have to do things perfectly or not at all—but this way of thinking only leads to guilt, shame, and burnout. Join me as we explore how to embrace progress over perfection, celebrate small wins, and show ourselves more grace along the way. I’ll also share actionable steps and real-life examples to help you take the first step toward lasting change. What...2025-02-1322 minWell To The CoreWell To The CoreBehind the Curtain of Lindywell - From Scrappy Beginnings to 10 Years StrongIn this episode, Robin Long reflects on the past 10 years of leading and growing the Lindywell community. From big successes, to challenging stumbles, she shares the journey from starting an in-person Pilates business to a global online wellness platform that has served and supported more than 100,000 women over the past decade. Listen in to: Be encouraged in your creative endeavors and business ventures Get a peek behind the scenes of what it really took to build Lindywell to where it is today Hear what's changed and what remained the same since...2025-01-2144 minGod Hears Her PodcastGod Hears Her PodcastReframing Wellness (with Robin Long)Guest Bio: Robin Long is the founder and CEO of Lindywell, a global mind-body wellness company that provides Pilates workouts, breathwork, and nutrition to help women build strength, reduce stress, and connect with their bodies. She is a certified Pilates instructor with more than a decade of experience teaching, writing, and guiding women in their health and wellness journeys.   Show Summary: How many of us have started the new year with resolutions about exercise or dieting? We tend to go into the new year with high hopes a...2024-12-3032 minGod Hears Her PodcastGod Hears Her PodcastReframing Wellness (with Robin Long)Guest Bio: Robin Long is the founder and CEO of Lindywell, a global mind-body wellness company that provides Pilates workouts, breathwork, and nutrition to help women build strength, reduce stress, and connect with their bodies. She is a certified Pilates instructor with more than a decade of experience teaching, writing, and guiding women in their health and wellness journeys.   Show Summary: How many of us have started the new year with resolutions about exercise or dieting? We tend to go into the new year with high hopes a...2024-12-3032 minUp Until Now with Kristen Hallinan: Healing | Redemption | HopeUp Until Now with Kristen Hallinan: Healing | Redemption | HopeRobin Long on True Wellness for our Body, Mind, and SoulWhat if taking care of our bodies didn’t have to feel so hard?   In this episode of Up Until Now, Kristen Hallinan and Robin Long, Founder and CEO of Lindywell, Pilates Instructor, Nutrition Therapy Practitioner, and author of Well to the Core, discuss the critical topics of body image, wellness, and the importance of self-compassion in the journey towards health. Robin shares her personal experiences and insights from her work at Lindywell, emphasizing the need to reframe our understanding of exercise and nutrition.   Listen in to this profound episode to hear...2024-10-2944 minQuotable: A Female Entrepreneur PodcastQuotable: A Female Entrepreneur PodcastBuilding A Wellness Empire with Lindywell's Robin LongIn this episode I sat down with Robin Long, Founder & CEO of Lindywell, to explore her entrepreneurial journey and the evolution of Lindywell, a pioneering fitness and wellness company. Robin shares insights into her transition from teaching in-person Pilates to launching digital workouts and cultivating a thriving online community, with over 227K followers on Instagram. The Lindywell app now offers 300+ on-demand Pilates workout videos, and is available in 169+ countries. It has been awarded "Best Pilates App" by Women's Health and is a Health Fitness Award "App and Virtual Fitness" award winner. Robin has now also released her first book Well To T...2024-07-1746 minWell To The CoreWell To The CoreFrom Burnout to Purpose: Shifting False Narratives with Tasha Triana In this episode, Robin Long and Tasha Triana discuss the impact of false narratives on women's self-perception and overall well-being. They explore the importance of creating space and shifting inner narratives to cultivate peace and calm. Tasha emphasizes the need for self-compassion and prioritizing the relationship with yourself. You'll get practical tips for prioritizing self-care and setting boundaries! Plus, a reminder of the negative effects of false narratives and the importance of challenging and replacing them with empowering beliefs.  You'll want to hear this episode if you're interested in... False narratives and limiting beliefs can impact women's self-perception a...2024-04-2333 minWell To The CoreWell To The CoreWe're Back with Well to the Core! Robin's Life Update.In this episode, Robin Long introduces our newly rebranded podcast, Well to the Core. She dives into what she's been up to the past 6 months while the podcast was on a break. (Hint: it's a lot of fun things including launching her best-selling book, getting certified as a nutrition therapy practitioner and turning the big 4-0! You will want to hear this episode if you are interested in... The podcast has been rebranded as Well to the Core and is now available on YouTube as well. Robin took a break from the podcast to focus on...2024-04-0211 minUnlock the Magic of Words with Free AudiobookUnlock the Magic of Words with Free AudiobookWell to the Core: A Realistic, Guilt-Free Approach to Getting Fit and Feeling Good for a Lifetime Audiobook by Robin LongListen to this audiobook in full for free onhttps://hotaudiobook.com/freeID: 701567 Title: Well to the Core: A Realistic, Guilt-Free Approach to Getting Fit and Feeling Good for a Lifetime Author: Robin Long Narrator: Robin Long Format: Unabridged Length: 04:30:24 Language: English Release date: 10-03-23 Publisher: ONE Audiobooks Genres: Religion & Spirituality, Health & Wellness, Women's Health, Fitness, Counseling & Inspirational Summary: You deserve to feel good―not just in your body, but in your whole being. Robin Long, certified Pilates instructor and founder of Lindywell, is on a mission to help you reclaim your health, your fitness, and your body. In Well to...2023-10-034h 30Get Top Full Audiobooks in Health & Wellness, Fitness, Diet & NutritionGet Top Full Audiobooks in Health & Wellness, Fitness, Diet & NutritionWell to the Core: A Realistic, Guilt-Free Approach to Getting Fit and Feeling Good for a Lifetime by Robin LongPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/701567to listen full audiobooks. Title: Well to the Core: A Realistic, Guilt-Free Approach to Getting Fit and Feeling Good for a Lifetime Author: Robin Long Narrator: Robin Long Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 4 hours 30 minutes Release date: October 3, 2023 Ratings: Ratings of Book: 4.33 of Total 3 Ratings of Narrator: 5 of Total 1 Genres: Fitness, Diet & Nutrition Publisher's Summary: You deserve to feel good―not just in your body, but in your whole being. Robin Long, certified Pilates instructor and founder of Lindywell, is on a mission to help you reclaim your health, your fitness, and your body. In Wel...2023-10-034h 30Get Top Full Audiobooks in Health & Wellness, Fitness, Diet & NutritionGet Top Full Audiobooks in Health & Wellness, Fitness, Diet & NutritionWell to the Core: A Realistic, Guilt-Free Approach to Getting Fit and Feeling Good for a Lifetime by Robin LongPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/701567 to listen full audiobooks. Title: Well to the Core: A Realistic, Guilt-Free Approach to Getting Fit and Feeling Good for a Lifetime Author: Robin Long Narrator: Robin Long Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 4 hours 30 minutes Release date: October 3, 2023 Ratings: Ratings of Book: 4.33 of Total 3 Ratings of Narrator: 5 of Total 1 Genres: Fitness, Diet & Nutrition Publisher's Summary: You deserve to feel good―not just in your body, but in your whole being. Robin Long, certified Pilates instructor and founder of Lindywell, is on a mission to help you reclaim your health, your fitness, and your body. In...2023-10-0305 minMarriage, Money & MayhemMarriage, Money & MayhemWell to the Core with Robin LongToday, I have the delight of engaging in enlightening conversation with the vibrant Robin Long. Robin is not just a dear friend, but also an accomplished entrepreneur and the illustrious founder and CEO of Lindywell. She is a beacon in the health and wellness sector, extending the reach of Pilates and holistic well-being to broader horizons. In our enlightening conversation, Robin unfolds her inspiring journey, a journey wrapped in discoveries of true health and wellness. She reflects on the common perceptions of health among women, which, more often than not, tend to fixate solely on weight loss...2023-10-0236 minThe Self-Brain Surgery™ Podcast with Dr. Lee WarrenThe Self-Brain Surgery™ Podcast with Dr. Lee WarrenWell to the Core, with Robin Long Robin Long is a Pilates instructor, wellness coach, author, and mother.She helps us see the different ways our mindset can keep us stuck in unhealthy or inactive lifestyles, and gives us powerful tools to break old habits, reframe our ideas around wellness, and get moving in our lives.Book mentioned: Well to the Core by Robin LongRobin's website and online community, Lindywell.Click here to access the Hope Is the First Dose playlist of hopeful, healing songs!Be sure to check out my new book, Hope Is the First Dose!2023-09-3047 minThe Self-Brain Surgery™ Podcast with Dr. Lee WarrenThe Self-Brain Surgery™ Podcast with Dr. Lee WarrenWell to the Core, with Robin Long Robin Long is a Pilates instructor, wellness coach, author, and mother.She helps us see the different ways our mindset can keep us stuck in unhealthy or inactive lifestyles, and gives us powerful tools to break old habits, reframe our ideas around wellness, and get moving in our lives.Book mentioned: Well to the Core by Robin LongRobin's website and online community, Lindywell.Click here to access the Hope Is the First Dose playlist of hopeful, healing songs!Be sure to check out my new book, Hope Is the First Dose!2023-09-3047 minWell To The CoreWell To The CoreReap the Benefits of Breathwork with Exhale HourIf you have been enjoying Kiesha's breathwork practices in the Lindywell app, you won’t want to miss Lindywell’s newest offering: Exhale Hour.  Exhale Hour is created just for you. It is a time to set aside for yourself, a space where you can reconnect with your body. During this break from the every day, you’ll learn how to breathe better and connect with your emotions, yourself, and your breath while supporting your nervous system. Listen to this episode as Lindywell’s own breathwork facilitator, Kiesha Yokers joins Robin to present the newest offering...2023-04-1936 minWell To The CoreWell To The Core5 Tips to Embrace a Progress Over Perfection Approach in All Areas of LifeHere at Lindywell, we strive for a progress over perfection approach because it is the best way to create lasting change. When starting a new wellness routine, it can be easy to take on the go big or go home mindset. However, studies have shown that small, incremental changes are the key to building long-term success.  Listen to this episode to learn how to incorporate a progress over perfection approach and why it is so important to achieving lifetime wellness. Resources & People Mentioned James Clear BOOK - Atomic Habits by James Clear BOOK - Tiny H...2023-03-2238 minWell To The CoreWell To The CoreHow 30 days of gratitude can change your lifeMany people choose the month of November to reflect on all that they are thankful for, but practicing gratitude doesn’t have to be limited to one month per year.  In this episode, you’ll hear how evidence shows that a regular gratitude practice has an impact on your brain, health, and well-being. And make sure to listen until the end to hear easy ways to develop a daily gratitude practice. You will want to hear this episode if you are interested in... What happened when I decided to focus on gratitude every day for 3...2022-11-0211 minWell To The CoreWell To The CoreHow to Simplify Your Routines and Stress LessIf you’re like most people, having stress in your life is inevitable. If you’re dealing with stress right now, know that you’re not alone, and with everything that we have been through as a society these past couple years, how can we be surprised if we are experiencing stress?  As a listener of The Balanced Life, you know that Robin has been working very intentionally over the past year to not only reduce stress in her own life, but also to figure out how to effectively manage it. In today’s episode, we are going to...2022-08-1021 minWell To The CoreWell To The CoreBehind the scenes of our exciting new chapterAn exciting new chapter is here, and Robin and Matt are excited to bring you along today to share all the details! Today’s episode is a special behind-the-scenes look at our recent company rebrand to Lindywell. You’ll hear their thoughts on why this change was necessary, the excitement (and some nervousness) that came along with it, and Robin’s hope for members of the community moving forward. You’ll also learn the personal and special meaning behind the name Lindywell, and how this change provided us an opportunity to look at everything we were doi...2022-07-1920 minWell To The CoreWell To The CoreThe Life-Changing Benefits of Play with Kaita, Becca + SheriToday’s episode is fun, playful, and one that will boost your mood! Every month in our membership community we dive deep into one area of wellness that takes place off the mat, and every July we focus on play. However, in today’s busy world, how do we make time for play, and what does it even look like? Joining Robin today to help answer these questions are Kaita, Becca and Sheri,  three of our incredible Pilates instructors who have put their passion into helping women move and embrace the playful side of life. The wisdom that...2022-07-0650 minWell To The CoreWell To The CoreAre your habits helping or hurting you? with Sandra ChumaThe truth is that habits are more than just what we do. They’re also what we think, how we respond to certain situations, how we solve the problems that we face and how we care, or don’t care, for ourselves. In this episode, we talk all about the habits that we want to create or may want to get rid of, and all that is entailed in this process. To help explain what habits really are, today Robin is joined by her friend and fellow entrepreneur and business owner Sandra Chuma, a habits coach who help...2022-06-221h 05Well To The CoreWell To The CoreThe power of routines + creating a healthy home with Clean MamaIf you’ve been following along on Instagram or Facebook, or are a member of The Balanced Life Sisterhood, you’ve heard Robin talking about what it means to create a healthy home environment. Often when we think of health and well-being, we think about the foods we’re eating or how much we’re exercising, but how often do we think about our environments and how they are supporting us? Today’s episode is with Becky, aka “Clean Mama”, and she is the perfect person to be talking about this topic. Becky is a long-time member of The Balance...2022-06-0857 minWell To The CoreWell To The CoreWhat every woman should know about hormones with Dr. Aviva Romm [Part 2]Today we are diving into Part 2 of Robin’s conversation with Dr. Aviva Romm, and if you haven’t listened to Part 1 yet, you are going to want to do that right now)! It is full of so much good information related to hormones through all stages of life and the hidden hormone epidemic that exists among women. In Part 2, Dr. Romm reveals the pros and cons of hormone replacement therapy, simple ways to bring more balance to your hormones, a very practical and realistic way to improve brain fog, and tips for navigating your hormones on the...2022-05-2539 minWell To The CoreWell To The CoreThe Hidden Hormone Epidemic: A conversation with Dr. Aviva Romm [Part 1]Are you ready to talk about hormone health? This is the episode that Robin has literally been counting down the days to, with her special guest Dr. Aviva Romm! Today they dive deep into all things hormone health that we experience in our everyday life, as well as through the various stages and seasons we move through. Robin also asks Dr. Romm the questions that you submitted by social media and email to have answered, and the information she shared was so fascinating to hear. As you know, Robin has been on a journey this past year with her own...2022-05-1139 minWell To The CoreWell To The CoreQ&A: how I de-stress, the weekly task I don't enjoy, and tips to stay activeToday we’re diving into an “Ask Me Anything” episode, where Robins answers your most asked questions from Instagram. The questions Robin answers today are the ones that she thinks will have the most impact, and hopefully help as many people as possible. Some are informative and specific to Pilates and exercising, and some are more personal as Robin reveals how she balances being a mom of 4, a wife, while running a business. You’ll also get a look at the new and exciting things that are coming to The Balanced Life this year! Show h...2022-04-2746 minWell To The CoreWell To The CoreSteps I've Taken Toward Hormone BalanceHello, hormones! Nice to meet you! This month, we’re talking about hormonal health. Hormones often get overlooked, yet they are at the heart of our lives and wellness. They are fundamental to how we feel each day and how our bodies function. And we need to normalize talking about hormones and learn about our hormonal health before we find ourselves out of balance.  In this insightful episode, Robin brings the conversation about hormones into light. She talks about getting to the root cause of our physical problems and dives into the key things she foc...2022-04-1335 minWell To The CoreWell To The CoreWomen Who Move Us to Move with Kaita, Becca & SheriToday, in honor of Women's History Month, we continue with our theme of women who move us to move!  Sometimes, taking a Pilates class from a new instructor can help us connect with our body differently and assist us in moving forward on our Pilates journey! Robin is excited to have fellow Pilates instructors, Becca, Kaita, and Sheri, joining her on the show today. In this episode, Robin, Becca, Kaita, and Sheri dive into what brought them to Pilates and talk about the transformation they have seen in themselves and the people with whom they work. They a...2022-03-2353 minWell To The CoreWell To The Core7 Lessons from Women in my LifeMarch is Women’s History Month and in honor of that, we will be spending this month focusing on and appreciating the women who move us to move.  The women in Robin’s family had a very profound influence on her direction and purpose in life. They moved her to move, motivated her to live an active and purposeful life, and helped shape and create the woman she is today. In today’s episode, Robin shares seven life-changing lessons she learned from the women in her family. She dives into the power of unconditional support. She tal...2022-03-0929 minWell To The CoreWell To The Core66: The Healing and Restorative Power of Pilates with Lindy RoyerPilates offers an array of unique opportunities to grow in your physical, mental, and spiritual journey. Unlike other workouts, it’s a form of mindful movement. In today's episode, Lindy Royer, Physical Therapist, Pilates Instructor, and Robin’s mentor and friend, shares her journey of coming to know and practice Pilates.  Robin and Lindy discuss the power of the brain, rewiring our brains through mindfulness, creating a positive space in Pilates, and the mechanics of pain. Join Robin and Lindy for a unique insight into Lindy’s work and her experience as a mindful teacher and physical therapist.  Show Highlights:  Lindy sha...2022-02-231h 05Well To The CoreWell To The CoreSelf-Love Guided MeditationWelcome to this bonus episode of The Balanced Life podcast. Today’s episode is a guided meditation with Robin Long herself. Robin walks you through mindful practices to relax and appreciate your body. This meditation is quick, simple, and elevating. Join Robin in this conscious practice of self-love, breath work, mindfulness, and relaxation.    Show Highlights:  Robin shares how meditation can help you improve your health, strengthen your self-esteem and love your body  Take deep breaths and pay attention to how you feel throughout your body  Pay attention to the rhythm of your thoughts  Take a moment to tell...2022-02-1609 minWell To The CoreWell To The CoreWhat Does it Mean to Love Your Body?No matter what your body looks like, what you’re going through, or what you’ve been conditioned to feel, we can learn to love our bodies in every stage of life.    Learning to love yourself doesn’t have to mean that you like how you look ALL the time or you’re the most confident person in the room, but it DOES mean constantly making choices that benefit your health and wellness. The first step learning to put yourself first. Join Robin in this insightful episode to learn how she’s learned to love her body and...2022-02-0917 minWell To The CoreWell To The CoreSimplifying Nutrition + Our Mindset around Food with Tamar Samuels of Culina HealthWelcome back to The Balanced Life podcast! To kick off this new season, we’re focusing on nourishment and our relationship with food. This can be a complex subject for many of us, which is why we’re looking at how to take a well-rounded and less complicated approach to food and nutrition. In this episode, we’re joined by Tamar Samuels from Culina Health, who shares ways to enrich our overall wellness with practical and realistic advice.    Tamar is a dietician, nutritionist, and co-founder of Culina Health who takes a holistic approach to help individu...2022-01-2651 minGirlfriends & BusinessGirlfriends & BusinessRobin Long Of The Balanced Life On How To Build A Team For Your Business, Running A Business After Having Twins And Navigating An Unexpected IllnessOn today’s episode, Lori chats with Robin Long, CEO and founder of The Balanced Life, an online membership community that provides quick & effective Pilates workouts for busy women. Robin guides over 26,000 members on her platform, helping them discover balance, self love, and intuitive movement. The conversation covers everything from how Robin is simultaneously growing her business and family, signs of burnout, and how she stays present in motherhood, marriage, and her business.    IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: The spark of inspiration behind The Balanced Life Robin’s advice for people who want to sta...2022-01-2437 minWell To The CoreWell To The Core62: Mental Health Check-In...Let's ChatMental health is often left out of the conversation when it comes to health and fitness. However, with as many people as it impacts and the struggles that many people face due to its severity, it’s important that we destigmatize it and normalize the experience. As someone who has struggled with anxiety, Robin is very passionate about supporting both physical and mental health at The Balanced Life. In this conversation, Robin shares statistics about mental health, the importance of it, and ways we can work to improve our own mental health. She discusses the strategies she us...2021-10-1322 minWell To The CoreWell To The Core61: What If You Started Today? [A Quick Pep Talk]Many women fall into the trap of “when I have this” or “when this happens”, I’ll start. We all seem to think we need a fancy notebook, the newest workout gear, or a perfectly clear schedule to get started moving towards our goals when all it takes is one small step right where you are. What if you started working towards your goals with what you have, where you are, right now? In this episode, Robin shares a word of encouragement and tangible tips on how you can start working towards your goals without waiting for the perfec...2021-09-2209 minWell To The CoreWell To The Core60: Give Yourself Permission to Do LessIn today's world of social media, it’s easy to get caught up, feeling like we’re not doing enough - even with ten thousand other things on our plate. We get overwhelmed with having to get a new outfit for every event, needing to start a new workout plan, attempting new diets, and the cycle doesn’t stop. We’re faced with this subconscious pressure to “catch up” every day, but what if we gave ourselves permission to do less?  This habit of always doing more keeps you from putting forth effort towards the things that will positive...2021-09-0811 minWell To The CoreWell To The Core59: Making Decluttering Easy + Taking Control of Your Space with Allie CasazzaWhen we’re feeling overwhelmed and overworked, it can be difficult to know where to begin to regain a sense of calm and order in our lives. . An important place to start is at home and with our surroundings. . Decluttering our surroundings is a great step towards decluttering our lives of unwanted stress, work, and exhaustion.  Today’s guest, Allie Casazza, is the author of Declutter like a Mother. Allie specializes in helping women organize their lives through simplicity and structure. Join Robin in this insightful and actionable episode for more about how you can create more calm...2021-09-0148 minWell To The CoreWell To The Core58: The Power of the Ripple Effect with Matt LongPrioritizing your health and wellbeing is essential. It is one of the most important things you can do for yourself and everyone else around you. As busy women, it is easy to fall into the habit of taking care of others before considering our own needs. To change that, you have to be intentional about doing things differently. Start by taking small steps towards your healthiest self, which will, in turn, benefit everyone else in your life. In this episode, Robin talks about the ripple effect that happens when women prioritize taking care of themselves and improving...2021-08-2528 minWell To The CoreWell To The Core57: Are Your Habits Providing Relief or Restoration?Do you ever find yourself bored, tired, overwhelmed, or worn out? If so, this episode is for you. In today's conversation, Robin shares what it looks like to find restoration in moments of needing a break. Robin reveals habits she’s found in her own life that aren’t serving her, and how she’s making a shift to find restoration vs. relief. Join Robin in this quick episode to learn more about restoration vs. relief and how you can implement more habits into your life that fill you up.  Show Highlights: Robin shares habits she’s recogni...2021-08-1110 minWell To The CoreWell To The Core56: Ask Me AnythingEach season brings a new set of habits, thoughts, and practices. In today’s episode, Robin responds to the questions you sent in over Instagram! From dealing with adrenal fatigue to creating pockets of silence to managing self-care with 4 kids, Robin shares it all. She also unfolds how her current season of life has impacted her current habits and practices and ways she’s honoring the season she’s in. Join Robin in this look into her life and for tips on how you can stay motivated and inspired.  Show Highlights: What Robin has found to be the...2021-07-2842 minWell To The CoreWell To The Core55: 5 Ways to Add More Fun into Your SummerIt’s easy to get caught up in our to-do lists. When we’re constantly striving to be productive, we often forget about the importance of having fun and the impact it can have on our mental and physical health. Having fun and laughing is proven to reduce stress, ease physical pain, boost your immune system, increase endorphins, and so much more. It’s obvious that prioritizing play should be on the top of our to-do lists, so why don’t we?  In today's episode, members of The Balanced Life team join Robin and share ways that they’ve l...2021-07-1432 minWell To The CoreWell To The Core54: Defining Success Beyond Before and After PhotosThe health and wellness industry has perpetuated a narrow and scale-driven perspective of fitness for years. The way we’ve been taught to measure our happiness and success is by the size of our jeans or a number on a scale. This shouldn’t define our success and there is so much more to our health and wellness than a number.  In this episode, Robin shares her fitness journey and how it inspired her to create a new approach to fitness. She discusses what drives her to create a more accepting and gracious atmosphere to help women embra...2021-06-3022 minWell To The CoreWell To The Core53: The Important Connection Between Breath and Posture - 3 Quick Tips!The way you stand, sit, or even walk can be impacting your health in ways you didn’t even know. Our posture affects the way we breathe and, in turn, our health. Addressing your breath and posture is one of the best ways to optimize your long-term health.  In this episode, Robin shares how our breath can affect our blood pressure, circulation, energy, focus, and much more. She also shares how we can use it as a tool to reset our nervous system and manage stress. Join Robin to learn more simple strategies you can do to imp...2021-06-1612 minWell To The CoreWell To The Core52: A Surprising Diagnosis: My Current Health and Healing JourneyThis year has presented many of us with unique struggles. Whether you’ve realized it or not, 2020 put many stressors and obstacles in daily life that may not have been there before.  In this week's episode, Robin is sharing some of the struggles she’s been facing over this past year and how she’s now overcoming them. Robin dives into a deep look at her own health, the challenges and diagnosis she has faced, and ways she’s moving forward. Join Robin in this personal and explorative episode to hear more about her health journey.  Show Hig...2021-06-0255 minWell To The CoreWell To The Core51: Exercise, Energy, and Your Cycle with Berrion BerryWhile periods are a natural part of our cycle, pain is not. For some women, this news may be shocking. Despite what you may think, periods shouldn’t be painful. Today’s guest, Berrion Berry, is a menstrual health educator who helps women have simple and uncomplicated periods. She helps women find ways to optimize their flow and understand their cycle in a deeper and new way.  In this conversation, Berrion and Robin discuss cycle syncing, the different phases of the cycle, and how to honor our cycle with our fitness routine. Berrion shares an abundance of knowl...2021-05-1950 minWell To The CoreWell To The Core50: Simple Ways to Declutter and Reduce StressBeing in a cluttered space can make us feel overwhelmed and bogged down. As new seasons approach, it’s time to freshen up our wardrobes, our routines, and our homes. In today's conversation, Robin Long shares how decluttering your space could bring you the stress relief you’ve been searching for.  Robin takes a balanced approach to health and fitness that is applicable to every aspect of your life. She provides practical and tangible steps you can do at home to reduce stress and benefit your physical and emotional health.  Show Highlights: What is The Ba...2021-05-0529 minWell To The CoreWell To The Core49: Creating a Simple, but Powerful Morning RoutineAs seasons of life shift, so do our morning routines. Maybe you have one, maybe you don’t, maybe you want a more set routine, or maybe you do better going with the flow. Regardless of what season you’re currently in, having habits we integrate into our mornings can help us set ourselves up better for our days.  In today’s episode, Robin shares her current morning routine and the reasons why she prioritizes them in the morning. Whether you’re looking to make a new routine, want to switch yours up a bit, or you’re just get...2021-04-2113 minWell To The CoreWell To The Core48: Being Intentional About Self-Compassion with Lilit LewisToday, we’re talking about self-talk and self-compassion - this is something we talk a lot about at The Balanced Life and is so important to our overall health. Many of us will start a health + fitness journey and focus on all the physical components, but sometimes we fail to address what is going on inside our head, thoughts, and mind. We also fail to look at how that impacts the way we feel and act, our relationships, and our self-worth. All of this is connected. It can be a  huge mistake to embark on a health and...2021-04-0748 minWell To The CoreWell To The CoreBonus: Guided Meditation for Motivation + Self-CareSometimes we need a reminder of how truly strong, capable, and beautiful we really are. In today’s episode, Robin walks through a guided meditation to help bring you to a place of relaxation, calmness, and to motivate you to feel inspired to prioritize your self-care. This episode is perfect to start off your day with positivity, or to wind down before bed. Join Robin in this peaceful and empowering meditation.  Show Highlights: Finding a comfortable place to start meditation Breathing and awareness exercises Noticing your mental state Imagining the healthiest and most fulfilled version of you...2021-03-3107 minWell To The CoreWell To The Core47: The Biggest Mistake When Starting a Workout RoutineNo matter how much we plan, prepare, or try to control, there will always be obstacles. Oftentimes, we take these circumstances as a result of us “not being good enough” or not “trying” hard enough. When life happens, many of us give up. However, obstacles don’t have to define your success. They are simply a part of the process.  In this episode, Robin Long shares why we should embrace obstacles as part of the journey. She discusses what it means to “stay stagnant”, the biggest mistakes people make when starting a new workout routine and how to redefine our...2021-03-2414 minWell To The CoreWell To The Core46: The Value of Investing in YourselfWe all need community to support, encourage, and uplift us to be the healthiest versions of ourselves. In today's episode, Robin shares the positive impact The Balanced Life Sisterhood community has created, as well as features from 5 Sisterhood members.  These members share what drew them into The Balanced Life Sisterhood, how Pilates has helped them become the best version of themselves, and the reasons they keep coming back and rolling out their mats every day. Join Robin and The Sisterhood in this encouraging and insightful episode.  Show Highlights: How The Balanced Life Sisterhood has cr...2021-03-1010 minWell To The CoreWell To The Core45: Seeing Progress Beyond the ScaleWorking out just to lose weight can leave you feeling discouraged, unmotivated, and burnt out. However, taking a wider approach from the perspective of your health and fitness journey can change that.  Today, Robin shares the vast array of benefits that comes with practicing Pilates and these benefits go far beyond the scale. If you want to be proud of your health and fitness journey, and to find a routine that leaves you feeling strong, energized, and less stressed, join Robin Long in this episode to hear of the benefits Pilates has for you.  ...2021-02-2425 minWell To The CoreWell To The Core44: This Approach to Wellness Might Surprise YouIf nothing changes, nothing changes. When you look at the bigger picture, all life changes are built up of small steps and actions. It can be easy to get overwhelmed when you try to take on too much at full-force, but that’s why taking a less-is-more approach is powerful. In today’s episode, Robin discusses what it means to take a less-is-more approach and how to make those small steps. She explains the importance of consistency and following through with habits so they compound over time. Join Robin in this inspiring episode to learn more. Sh...2021-02-1016 minWell To The CoreWell To The Core43: Tricks I Use When I'm Lacking MotivationWe tend to put pressure on ourselves to be the best, most motivated versions of ourselves at all times. It’s important to acknowledge that motivation ebbs and flows, and we’ll always have ups and downs. In today’s episode, Robin shares her top tips to get motivated and prepare yourself for the roadblock of sluggishness. She shares how you can create an environment to rely on when your motivations are low and ways to prompt yourself into getting movement. Join Robin and a few special guests on this journey of wellness and tune into t...2021-01-2727 minWell To The CoreWell To The Core42: The Biggest Mistakes that Lead to BurnoutA new year brings us new opportunities to align our health and goals. While we’re taking a new approach to goals in 2021, it doesn’t mean we can’t see big changes.  In this episode, Robin reveals the biggest mistakes people make when setting goals that lead to burnout. She also analyzes red flags that may be why you aren’t seeing results or reaping the benefits from your health journey that you should be. If you're tired of feeling burnt out and starting and stopping new fitness programs, this episode may help you find a solution...2021-01-1320 minWell To The CoreWell To The Core41: Creating Intentional Rhythms & Routines for the New YearTrying to reach big and flashy goals can be intimidating, especially as we head into a new year that still has a lot of uncertainties. In this upcoming year, we have an opportunity to let go of that need for control and allow ourselves to find peace in the areas of life we can control.  In today’s episode, Robin shares how to integrate new rhythms and routines into your daily life to make them a habit. She also discusses how you can set little goals in your day-to-day life without putting pressure on yourself.  Join...2020-12-3125 minWell To The CoreWell To The Core40: How I Overcame Paralyzing AnxietyMany of us struggle with the fear of the unknown. The anticipation of what would happen can often be daunting, and for those with anxiety, debilitating. Anxiety can often lead you into a spiral that you don’t know how to escape and while you may feel alone in this experience, you’re not.  Today, Robin talks about her experience with anxiety and how she overcame it. She shares logical and easily applicable tactics to help you take control of your anxiety. If you want to learn how you can distance yourself from paralyzing thoughts, join Robin in to...2020-11-1833 minWell To The CoreWell To The Core39: Kate Torgersen: Helping Busy Mothers, New Career Paths + Finding Your Healthiest SelfBeing a working mom comes with an array of unique challenges. Breastfeeding on its own can be demanding, but mixing it with working-parent life can be a recipe for stress.  Today’s guest, Kate Torgersen, knows exactly what this struggle is like, and that’s why she created Milk Stork. Milk Stork was birthed from Kate’s own working-parent struggles and she now uses it to help other working moms who are committed to breastfeeding. In this episode she shares what it’s like for her to be a working mom, the challenges she’s faced this year, and t...2020-11-1141 minWell To The CoreWell To The Core38: Redefining Wellness on Your Own Terms with Robyn DownsWith each day comes a new array of things to do, choices to make, and blessings to count. Today’s guest, Robyn Downs shares how she’s become “brilliant at the basics” and applied her systems to organize and prioritize her life. Robin Long and Robyn Downs discuss the benefits of “exercise snacking”, the inspiration for Robyn’s new book, and overcoming the pressure of the fitness and wellness industry. Join Robin in this episode full of tangible and tasty tips that you can apply to your daily practices. Show Highlights: Robyn shares a snapshot of he...2020-10-2856 minWell To The CoreWell To The Core37: Lessons Learned During a PandemicAs the world has slowed down over quarantine, we’ve all learned plenty of lessons. Whether those have to do with appreciation, relationships, time management, or health, it’s likely you’ve discovered things about your day-to-day life that you didn’t know before. In this episode, Robin shares a few of the top lessons she’s learned during quarantine. She shares ways she’s learned to manage her daily consumption of information, the importance of prioritizing your immune health, and how she’s gained a new appreciation for the little things. Join Robin in this episode to learn more about the...2020-10-2129 minWell To The CoreWell To The Core36: Does Pilates Work? Real Women, Real StoriesIn this special episode, Robin features stories from Sisterhood members as they share what brought them to the Sisterhood and the abundance of goodness it has brought to their lives. Silvia, Emily, Jamie, Julie, Dana, Bryony, and Lauren all have unique stories and perspectives on what the Sisterhood has done for them. All innately relatable, they discuss the dietary restraints, workout pushbacks, and mental strains they were experiencing before the Sisterhood, but how joining in the discipline of Pilates has empowered them not only on the mat, but off the mat too. Join Robin in...2020-09-1627 minWell To The CoreWell To The Core35: The Power of Pilates and How You Can Use It to Change Your LifeUnlike many other forms of exercise, Pilates can be relaxing, quick, and bring fast results. Pilates is a unique type of exercise that is not only powerful, but can reshape your body, how you think, and your relationship with exercise. In this episode, Robin shares how Pilates has helped change her life and how you can use it to change yours. She discusses the various ways Pilates has shifted her day-to-day life off the mat and helped her to manage stress. Join Robin in this episode to learn how you can see incredible results in a way that you...2020-08-2617 minThe Fundamism PodcastThe Fundamism PodcastCleaning Out the Closet with Dr. Michelle RobinWhat old hurt, relationships or experiences are you holding on to that are negatively impacting your life? It's time to clean out the closet! In this episode, chiropractor, author, podcaster and founder of Your Wellness Connection, Dr. Michelle Robin talks through her wellness journey and some techniques that can help you through yours. A bundle of positivity and joy, Dr. Robin has a knack for helping others smile. Our hope is that this episode produces as many of them for you as Dr. Robin did for host, Paul J Long throughout their interaction. Learn more about Dr. M...2020-08-2059 minWell To The CoreWell To The Core34: Common Misconceptions about PilatesWhen it comes to working out, we all have preconceived notions that may not be entirely true. In today’s episode, Robin breaks down the most common misconceptions people have about Pilates and reveals the truth behind these notions. She discusses the difference between yoga and Pilates, why Pilates has no physical or gender restraints, and why your Pilates workout should never be “easy”. Whether Pilates is something you already actively practice, or you simply want to learn more, this episode is packed full of juicy information for everyone.  Show Highlights:  Flexibility is not necessary to do Pilat...2020-08-1214 minWell To The CoreWell To The Core33: 2020 Goals? It’s Time to Reset and Start FreshWhile 2020 has brought an array of unanticipated events, we still have the power to harness our visions and direct where we are at the end of the year. In today’s episode, Robin shares her 2020 vision guide and walks us through how to reset and reevaluate our end-of-the-year goals. Taking time to reflect on our values and have compassion for ourselves as we journey through this season is going to be crucial for all of us. Despite facing unconventional times, the power to create the life you want is still yours. Join Robin Long in this episode to learn mo...2020-07-0917 minWell To The CoreWell To The Core32: Biggest Mistakes I’ve Made That Held Me Back from Being the Healthiest Version of MyselfWhen it comes to our health, we all have beliefs that may be holding us back from being the healthiest versions of ourselves. Sometimes we have to learn from those mistakes to grow, but sometimes we get an outside perspective so that we don’t have to make the same mistakes.  Today, Robin Long shares the biggest mistakes she’s made in her fitness journey that held her back from being the healthiest version of herself. In this episode, she discusses many beliefs she had that proved to not only be untrue, but detrimental to her growth. She a...2020-06-1724 minWell To The CoreWell To The Core31: Tina Lifford: Self-Talk, Well-Being, and How Our Thoughts Affect Our LivesWhen we think fitness, we tend to jump to workouts and diets, but mental health is a major and important aspect of fitness. Having a healthy relationship with our thoughts and patterns is the most fundamental step to creating a happier and sustainable lifestyle.  Today's guest, Tina Lifford, is not only a critically acclaimed Hollywood actress from Parenthood and Queen Sugar but is also the CEO of the Inner-Fitness Project. The Inner-Fitness Project gives people the strategies and tools they need in order to properly self-reflect and create awareness within themselves.  Join Robin in this fa...2020-06-1048 minWell To The CoreWell To The Core30: A Recipe for Burnout - and How You Can Avoid ItWhile many of us are currently staying home and being forced to slow down, it isn’t going to last forever. Learning how to avoid the “go-go-go” in our daily lives is vital to avoid burnout. We’re conditioned to think that more is better, but sometimes it comes at the expense of our health. Today, Robin Long shares how we can prevent reaching this place of burnout and jeopardizing our health and goals. There is an array of simple and achievable habits we can practice in our day-to-day lives in order to build strength and reduce stress w...2020-05-2027 minWell To The CoreWell To The Core29: Laura Tremaine: Beyond the Highlight Reel + The Power of PilatesIt's the deeper conversations that bring much of the richness to life. Unfortunately, many of us aren't getting to the deeper layers within ourselves because we're too busy trying to keep up, do all the right things, and get everything done. So we end up becoming more superficial, more anxious, and less content, with very little balance in our lives. Today, we're taking a peek behind the scenes in the life of Laura Tremaine. Laura brings a great deal of depth to the online space, with her honest conversations about the real things in life that truly m...2020-05-0658 minWell To The CoreWell To The Core28: Balancing Work, Kids, and Self-CareAre you coping with working at home and taking care of your kids? And are you finding the time to practice some self-care as well? We all find ourselves in different situations right now. Although there are a lot of similarities with what we’re experiencing, there are a lot of differences too. Some of us have four kids at home, while others don’t have any children. And many of us are working from home now, while others might not be working at all. Today’s episode is both personal and practical. Robin shares the shifts that she and he...2020-04-2239 minWell To The CoreWell To The CoreCreating Your Optimal Health Routine with April PerryWe often overcomplicate exercise and eating healthy, but finding a balanced routine that benefits and compliments your individual needs doesn’t have to be difficult. In this conversation, April Perry interviews Robin Long on how to create an optimal health routine and integrating habits that honor your season of life.  Robin discusses how to build strength in all areas of life by using small wins to motivate and build confidence, as well as many other tips you can implement into your own daily routine. Join Robin and April in this enlightening and motivating conversation! Show Hig...2020-04-0852 minWell To The CoreWell To The Core26: Hitha Palepu: Resetting Expectations & Cultivating Your VillageWhen juggling life, parenthood, and a career, it’s easy to get overwhelmed by daily tasks, media, and self-expectations.  In today’s interview with Hitha Palepu, a mother, blogger, entrepreneur, and author, she shares how she finds balance in her daily tasks through establishing productive morning habits, resetting self-expectations, and consuming media without letting it control her emotions.  She also discusses what it means to be an active angel investor and how you can get involved. Join Robin Long in this inspiring conversation to unpack more of Hitha’s approach to living a fulfilling life.  Sho...2020-03-2552 minWell To The CoreWell To The Core25: Do the Things You Need to DoBeing your healthiest, happiest, and strongest self doesn’t have to be complicated. When approaching our goals, we often look at what we want as “too big” before we even break it down into little steps. Truth is, we don’t have to make huge life shifts in order to feel the way we want to.  In today’s episode, Robin Long discusses how you can do the things you need to do in order to feel the way you want to in a simple and applicable way. Join Robin in this episode to learn how you can break d...2020-03-1613 minWell To The CoreWell To The Core24: Simple Hacks to Make It Easy to Stick to Your WorkoutsWhether it’s a busy, stressful, light, or slow season of life for you, we all have things we’re juggling. Often times, our relationship with food and fitness are the first things to take a hit when trying to balance everything we have on our plates. In this episode, Robin Long shares her top tips to help you stay consistent and relieve the pressure of perfectionism. Robin talks about being realistic with your goals in a way that will set you up for success. Join Robin in this motivating episode to learn more about how you can...2020-02-2623 minWell To The CoreWell To The Core23: Kat Harris: Managing Anxiety, Being Vulnerable, and Pursuing FriendshipsWhat’s meant to be will always find you, with a lot of hard work, effort, and showing up. When it comes to finding your career, friends, or romance, sometimes you have to take initiative and put yourself out there.    Kat Harris, full-time photographer and founder of the Refined Woman, is the poster-child for this philosophy. In this conversation with Robin Long, she shares how showing up in uncertainty has not only helped her find her purpose and career but built a community of friends and changed her dating life. If you want more insight on h...2020-02-121h 02Well To The CoreWell To The Core22: You Can’t Change Your Habits Until You Change THIS!Whether setting goals is your best friend or worst enemy, we all have ambitions and aspirations for the type of person we want to be. The only thing that has to change in order for us to reach those goals, is ourselves. Our identity has a major influence on the choices and actions we make in day-to-day life, so what if we just started perceiving ourselves as if we were already the person we want to be? Sounds a lot easier said than done, but in this episode, Robin Long unveils practical and tangible steps...2020-01-2929 minProof to ProductProof to ProductAdding products to a service based business with Robin Long, The Balanced LifeToday we’re so happy to have Robin Long on for Episode 141 of Proof to Product. Robin is the founder of The Balanced Life,  a website that provides quick and effective Pilates workouts for busy women. Robin made the transition from the traditional teaching model of working in studios, gyms and training private clients to serve her clients online.  On today’s episode, Robin shares how she shifted from the more traditional service offering into a successful membership model for her service based business. She tells us why she has decided to grow her business slowly and organi...2020-01-2134 minWell To The CoreWell To The Core21: Shunta Grant: What Does Your Best Look Like TodayWe often feel limited to follow one dream, one lifestyle, or one career path, but Shunta Grant is a vibrant example of why that doesn’t have to be the case. As Shunta likes to say, she wears many shoes, and she wears them well!  Shunta is a mother, business owner, host of the Business and Joy podcast, and still manages to fit life between it all. In this episode, she shares how she’s structured her day-to-day life in a way that rejuvenates and fulfills her purpose as opposed to burning her out. She also shares the i...2020-01-1550 minWell To The CoreWell To The Core20: 2020 Vision Guide: How to Create Your Healthiest & Most Fulfilling Year YetLooking towards a new year has us all evaluating where we were last year, where we are now, where we want to be, but most importantly, how we’re going to get there.  Today, Robin Long shares her vision for the 2020 season of The Balanced Life, her evaluation process for moving forward, and how you can use her guide to create a clear vision for yourself in 2020. Robin talks about how to use self-reflection as a tool for growth and the importance of taking time to set yourself up for success.  Tune into this exciting and...2020-01-0218 minWell To The CoreWell To The Core19: Q&A with my Husband: Marriage, Health & Family BalanceThis week’s interview is with highly anticipated and requested guest, Matt Long. Matt Long is husband and other half to Robin’s balanced life. In this episode, Matt and Robin share how they balance health, marriage, and kids during this season of life.  They discuss roles they’ve had to take on, along with how they make gradual changes in order to support their family’s needs. Join this dynamic duo in this authentic conversation about how to lean into current seasons, along with how to make conscious choices to support and encourage your partner through the good...2019-10-0954 minWell To The CoreWell To The Core18: Natalie Taylor: Focusing on your Core Values While Creating Margin and Slowing DownFinances play a huge role in our day-to-day life and where we choose to focus our money is important. Today’s guest, Natalie Taylor, is a financial planner who emphasizes how to spend money and live life in a way that aligns with your core values. Natalie shares how she transitioned from life in corporate to work from home, the struggles that can often accompany those transitions, and the fulfillment she’s found in her journey. She also talks about how to build margins into your day in order to be efficient and effective but in a way that give...2019-09-251h 03Well To The CoreWell To The Core17: Jesse Coulter: Loving Your Job, Not Shopping for 6 Months, and Cap'n Crunch for DinnerJesse Coulter is an Austin local, mom, wife, lifestyle blogger, and works in Marketing for IBM. Jesse shares how she juggles all the different aspects of her life, along with tips and strategies you can implement in your own busy schedule. Jesse also shares the struggles with marriage, finances, and burnout that often accompany chaotic seasons. This raw, honest, and vulnerable interview with Jesse and your host, Robin Long, has a little bit of something for everyone.   Show Highlights:    Ways to set yourself up for success during busy weeks  What Jesse’s career...2019-09-181h 03Well To The CoreWell To The Core16: Dorena Williamson: Leaning Into Seasons of Change, Pursuing Solitude, and Always LearningIt’s important for us to find unique, and interesting ways to bring awareness of relevant topics to our children. Today’s guest, Dorena Williamson, has published a collection of colorful, and beautifully diverse children’s books to empower and educate today’s youth.    Not only is Dorena a passionate author, but she is a stylist, mother, and the wife of a Pastor in Nashville. Dorena juggles many hats, as well as her own health and spirituality.    In this episode, Dorena shares more of her journey of accepting seasons and how to embrace b...2019-09-1144 minWell To The CoreWell To The Core15: Laura Whitaker: Building a Career, Raising a Family and Doing Small Things with Great LoveThis week’s extra special and inspiring guest is Laura Whitaker. Laura Whitaker has been the executive director of Extra Special People since the age of 19 and has since taken on new roles as a mother and wife.  In this wisdom packed episode, Laura shares how her career has evolved and the many tidbits of knowledge she’s acquired throughout her journey. You won’t want to miss this conversation with your host, Robin Long, about developing emotional intelligence, living for small moments of love, along with tricks to make mornings with kids easier.    Show Hi...2019-09-0459 minWell To The CoreWell To The Core14: Ask Me Anything: Marriage, Motherhood, and PilatesToday is an exciting and special solo episode with the host herself, Robin Long! Robin is a Pilates instructor, CEO of the Balanced life, and is passionate about helping women live their most authentic and fulfilling life.  In this solo episode, Robin covers every aspect of life from her morning routine to taking care of her children. She shares her journey of learning to connect with her body in a positive and healthy way, how counseling has boosted her confidence and her marriage, and how she sets boundaries on social media. To hear Robin’s life, health, and...2019-08-2850 minWell To The CoreWell To The Core13: Tiffany Lee Bymaster: Setting Intentions, Protecting Passions and Asking for What You WantLights, Camera, Action! This interview has it all, from the glitz to the glam, to the nitty-gritty details you want to know! Today’s guest, Tiffany Lee Bymaster, is a professional makeup artist, wardrobe stylist, business coach, and online mentor.  Tiffany has experience behind the camera and in front of it and uses her extensive knowledge to help other individuals grow their own business.  In this interview, Tiffany gets vulnerable about her career and health journey and the impact exercise has had on her life. She talks about dealing with burnout, how passion can sometimes be t...2019-08-211h 18Well To The CoreWell To The Core12: Shruthi Parker: Finding Your True Passions, Navigating Friendships and Starting Each Day with PurposeWe can all be our own worst critics, but sometimes we need someone else to give us a dose of Shruth. Shruthi Parker is a lifestyle blogger based in Austin, Texas who has an array of juicy life advice.  Shruthi shares how she discovered her passion for blogging and made it her full-time job, the importance of having a solid sense of self, and the beauty of acknowledging your current season of life. She shares how her different life experiences have shaped her and how she’s preparing for her next big life transition as a new mot...2019-08-1450 minWell To The CoreWell To The Core11: Natalie Borton: Evening Routines, Opting Out of Diet Culture and Prioritizing Mental HealthToday’s episode of The Balanced life tackles the struggles of finding childcare, establishing a nighttime routine, how to follow your hunger and the anti-diet movement, along with so many more juicy topics.  Natalie Borton is a minimalist, California inspired jewelry designer, along with being a wife, mother, and blogger. Natalie shares how she balances all of the different aspects of life and how she has created a sense of self-awareness to guide her through all of the chaos. Join Robin Long in this abundant episode for more insightful tips and a dose of wisdom.    2019-08-0757 minWell To The CoreWell To The Core10: Ashlee Gadd: FOMO, Decision Fatigue, and Trying Again TomorrowAshlee may not make her bed, volunteer at every school event, or keep her kid's hair Met-Gala ready, but she does manage email like a boss, use her gifts to encourage women, and mother 3 amazing children.  Ashlee Gadd is the founder of Coffee and Crumbs, a mothering community with an array of resources to support and encourage mothers to steward their creativity. In this interview, Ashlee shares how she makes practical tips to simplify daily life, the challenges she faces with setting boundaries as a stay-at-home working mom, and the importance of giving yourself grace. Join Robin L...2019-07-311h 01Well To The CoreWell To The Core09: Jessica Honegger: Respecting Seasons, Releasing Shame and Choosing Connection Over ComparisonIt’s easy to create unrealistic expectations when it seems like everyone around you has it figured out but you. Today, Jessica Honegger shares her own personal journey with comparison as a mother, wife, and entrepreneur. Jessica not only stays actively involved with her 3 children but balances her businesses, Noonday Collection, and the Going Scared Podcast, and recently released a book, The Imperfect Courage.  In this episode, Jessica discusses how she’s learned to surrender her perfectionism and embrace her current season of life. She provides an empowering anecdote of an encounter with another mom, how she’s manag...2019-07-2449 minWell To The CoreWell To The Core08: Lara Casey: Maintaining Friendships, Boundaries on Social Media and Cultivating What MattersToday’s interview is filled to the brim with insightful and enlightening conversation. Lara Casey is a wife, mom of 3, and entrepreneur, with a countercultural take on life and business. She is the CEO of Cultivate What Matters, a business that helps individuals uncover what matters to them and make an action plan to attain their goals. Lara uses the tactics she implements in her work into her daily life and has created strategies that help her juggle homeschooling, work, and motherhood. Join Robin Long in this interview to learn more about how Lara keeps her cup full and st...2019-07-1759 minWell To The CoreWell To The Core07: Renee Hahnel: Organizational Hacks, Protecting Creative Energy and Doing the Best We CanThis conversation with Renee Hahnel is packed full of encouragement and powerful reminders to help us make each day the best we can. Renee is an Australian travel photographer, blogger, and newly published author with an unconventional perspective on how to live a wholesome and fulfilling life.  She shares how her own personal experiences have motivated her to become more compassionate towards herself and others, the positive impact of a morning routine, and the how to maintain a healthy work balance with your spouse. Join Robin Long in this magical interview to hear more about how Renee j...2019-07-101h 05Well To The CoreWell To The Core05: Danielle Walker: Autoimmune Disease, Challenges of Childcare and the Healing Power of FoodGoing against the grain can be uncomfortable, especially when it comes to food. Today’s guest, Danielle Walker, is a gluten-free chef, 3 time New York Times bestselling cookbook author, and blogger. Danielle started her grain free journey in 2007 when she was diagnosed with an autoimmune disease and was forced to make a major lifestyle and diet shifts. She has found a way to live functionally and comfortably with her disease, all while juggling being a mom, and sharing her healing tips with the world.  In this interview, Danielle shares how she makes it all work by i...2019-06-2653 minWell To The CoreWell To The Core04: Sandra Chuma: Morning Routines, Asking for Help, and Letting Go of Rigid Food LabelsIn a world where we can pick up our phones and look at what everyone else is doing right, it’s hard not to compare yourself to others, especially as a woman of color! Today’s guest, Sandra Chuma, has built a platform that highlights and celebrates the successes of women of color in a way that no other media platform does. In today’s interview, she shares her journey with creating NDINI, navigating insecurity and inadequacy, and overcoming the challenges of having an emotional connection to food. Sandra shares what it really looks like to sacrifice and pr...2019-06-1955 minWell To The CoreWell To The Core03: Allie Casazza: Listening to Your Body, Healing with Food and Defining "Enough"We all feel the pressure to be “more” in different areas of life. As a parent, friend, spouse, business owner, you feel pulls in so many different directions that it’s normal to feel like you’re not “enough” in certain areas.  Today’s guest, Allie Casazza, is a Mom, entrepreneur, and podcast host with a plethora of practical tips to help you juggle the chaos. She shares her own tactics to prioritize health, learn to use intuition to lean into different seasons, and overcome the pressure of not being enough. Join Robin Long in this interview for how you can...2019-06-121h 04Well To The CoreWell To The Core02: Jasmine Star: Boundaries, Managing Expectations and Finding Freedom Through StructureWe’ve all reached the end of a day without feeling like we’ve reached all of our goals. Sometimes it simply feels like we don’t have enough time to do everything we need to - that’s why Jasmine utilizes the art of time stamping.  Jasmine Star is a blogger, business strategist and the founder of Social Curator. Jasmine’s life is filled to the brim with tasks and activities, but she’s found a system that has increased her productivity and supports the lifestyle she wants. To learn more about how Jasmine maintains her schedule and...2019-06-051h 05Well To The CoreWell To The Core01: Carly Brannon: Pursuing Passions, Prioritizing Family and the Power of Starting OverCarly Jean is an entrepreneur, an artist, a visionary, but most importantly, she’s a wife and a mom to 4 wonderful children. Today, Carly shares her tactics to delegate life as a business owner and a parent by creating a cohesive vision for your life.  Carly and Robin dive into how to be intentional with your time, aligning your goals, and cultivating a lifestyle that checks off all of your priorities. Tune into this episode of The Balanced Life with your host, Robin Long, to help you set realistic expectations for you and your family.    2019-06-0556 minMidlife Conversations with Natalie JillMidlife Conversations with Natalie Jill077: The Balanced Life with Robin LongAs founder + CEO of The Balanced Life, Robin Long provides workouts and resources for busy women who struggle to find time to exercise, who desperately want to love their bodies again, and are looking for an exercise plan that will work for the long-haul. Robin is also passionate about helping women transform their relationship with exercise and healthy living by choosing "grace over guilt" and finding a balance that feels like FREEDOM. Robin Long is a mother of 4 and the creator of the very popular pilates community “The Balance Life” What you don’t know...2019-06-0331 minWell To The CoreWell To The CoreWelcome to The Balanced Life Podcast!If you find yourself craving more authenticity and real conversations in your life, then you've come to the right place. I'm Robin and I'm a Pilates instructor. I live in Santa Barbara, CA and I'm a Mom of 4.  My life is as crazy as it sounds, but that's pretty much why I am here. I decided to start this podcast as a way to have a more honest approach to what our lives look like. We'll look at the good, the bad, the failures and the successes; and all along the way we will celebrate you. 2019-05-3105 minIGNITE YOUR DREAMIGNITE YOUR DREAMRobin Long on Creating a Balanced Life    Do you ever feel like you use your work, your exercise, your expectations, your to-do list… as a weapon against yourself? Today’s guest (+ dear friend) Robin Long knows all too well what that feels like… and how to come out the other side of it. Robin Long is a certified Pilates instructor and creator of The Balanced Life, a website dedicated to helping women love their bodies. Robin has partnered with major brands such as Athleta, Cameron Diaz’s blog ‘The Body Book’, Guiliana Rancic’s “Fab, Fit, Fun”, Self Magazine online, Business Insider, an...2018-11-061h 16