The Heart of Motion Podcast is an exploration of the heart, soul and science of movement - and what it means in our lives. Movement connects us more deeply to ourselves, to our bodies and to the things and people that are most important to us. Beyond a fitness routine, why do you move? And what moves you? When we can look past the hamster wheel of ''fitness" - we start to realize that when we really live the lives of our bodies - life can be a whole lot more fulfilling, and a whole lot more ...
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Small Conversations for a Better World Podcast with hosts Gillian McCormick and Susannah Steers brings you interviews with experts, thought-leaders and influencers to answer the question "what is health?" More than the absence of disease, health is influenced by our connections and communities and a whole host of factors not always easily understood. Listen in to gain new insights into how to be healthy individuals, families and communities.
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It is a podcast to inspire and empower others by cool stories from every day smart, sophisticated, trendy, hip, energetic people from around the world. Those many people with unique and different stories will be on the show – it can be YOU. What is their magic superpower to make changes in the world? you might wonder?
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Susannah Steers is your guide on a quest to understand how we can move better, feel better in our bodies and connect more deeply to our people and the world around us. Join her for some conversation, interviews with experts, and conversations with everyday people about what movement means to them. You might just find that movement feels a little di…
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Creating Connections: How Movement Professionals Can Inspire Lasting Change
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18:21Nothing happens until something moves. This principle guides not just physical motion but meaningful evolutions in the lives of our clients. As movement professionals, we're not just teaching bodies to move differently—we're guiding people toward becoming their best selves. The stark reality is that 90% of people who start exercise programs quit wi…
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LeeAnn Marie Webster - Mt. Kilimanjaro & Ironman, Ep. 484
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20:13LeeAnn Marie Webster is the creator of the Regret Release Method and author of the forthcoming book “That’s Regrettable! Releasing the Past to Fuel Your Future.”. She is an attorney turned international Keynote speaker, Moth StorySLAM winner, and entrepreneur with 20+ years’ experience in coaching, marketing, and business development in a range of …
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Lyndon Fraser - Ladder Artist, Montreal, Canada, Ep. 483
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21:18My name is Lyndon Fraser. I am a circus artist originally from New York, but now I’m in Montreal training in acro-ladder. I’ve always loved flipping, twisting, and pushing myself to become the best version of me. My circus journey started when I was 15, but at 16, I made the big decision to move away from home to pursue it full-time. It’s been a lo…
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The wisdom we seek is often already within us – but how do we access it? In this illuminating conversation with transformation coach and spiritual mentor Rachel Linnett, we explore how movement, creativity and self-love can becomes a powerful pathways to self-discovery, inner wisdom, and personal evolution. Rather than seeking transformation throug…
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Theresa Mami Baduba Ansah, CEO, Founder & Creative Director at MBA Mode, Ghana, Ep. 482
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20:16Theresa MBA is a highly qualified Technical Apparel & Fabric Art Design, Cloth Doll & Toy Artist, Fashion and Creative Arts Instructor with solid background in accounting. 17 years of extensive experience in Fashion Entrepreneurship, managing people, building the capacity and empowering individuals to become self-reliant marked by strong leadership…
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Hope Katz Gibbs, Founder, Creator of Inkandescent® PR + Publishing Co., Ep. 481
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17:54Hope Katz Gibbs is the founder of Incandescent PR & Publishing (est. 2008); she helps women grow as entrepreneurs, authors, activists, and more. Follow her many avenues to connect: Website: https://inkandescent.us/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hopekatzgibbs LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hopekatzgibbs/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.…
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Nothing happens until something moves. This conversation with Jen Steers, my sister and lifelong movement practitioner, reveals how physical practices become powerful tools for navigating life's complexities. From childhood outdoor adventures to competitive synchronized swimming, Jen's relationship with movement has always been about freedom and co…
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Paige Arnof-Fenn, Founder & CEO Mavens & Moguls, Ep. 480
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18:23Follow her company: https://mavensandmoguls.com/ Mavens & Moguls is a global strategic marketing consulting firm. Paige is also part of "the real 50 over 50" network: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GfGhU1NgM5A *********** Susanne Mueller / www.susannemueller.biz TEDX Talk, May 2022: Running and Life: 5KM Formula for YOUR Success https://www.youtub…
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Embracing Change: Finding Stability Through Movement
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29:18Change is the only constant in our lives, yet we instinctively resist it. Whether facing health challenges, career shifts, or global disruptions, change often throws us off balance—but what if we could transform this resistance into resilience? This deeply personal exploration unpacks how our nervous systems and brains are simultaneously hardwired …
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Susanne Mueller talking with the Easter Bunny, Ep. 479
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10:18Follow in the footsteps of the Easter Bunny www.susannemueller.biz Get the book in your local bookstore or download them. "Lipstick Leadership" - empowering and inspiring women who dare to lead (2021) "50 Shades of Lipstick Leadership" 50 Stories from Empowering & Inspiring Women from around the World." (2024 in English and in German) *********** S…
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Caroline Sposto, Author of Savvy Survival for Women Starting Over Alone Later in Life, Ep. 478
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19:26Follow her journey: https://www.carolinesposto.com/ Her Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@carolinesposto Her book: Savvy Survival for Women Starting Over Alone Later in Life www.savvycivility.com *********** Susanne Mueller / www.susannemueller.biz TEDX Talk, May 2022: Running and Life: 5KM Formula for YOUR Success https://www.youtube.com/w…
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Finding Freedom Through Movement with Allison Birt
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39:19Discover the transformative power of mindful movement with movement educator Allison Birt as she shares her journey from ballet to Pilates teacher and Franklin Method practitioner. What happens when we shift our focus from punishing workouts to pleasurable movement? Allison reveals how our relationship with our bodies can fundamentally change when …
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Dima Syrotkin, CEO Pandatron: Reinvent Change with AI, Ep. 477
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19:56CEO of Pandatron where we partner with Fortune 500s to transform the way change happens with AI. Our conversational AI platform combines systemic coaching with data-driven insights, enhancing employee engagement and accelerating strategy execution. My dream is to enhance self-awareness, emotional intelligence and psychological maturity of everyone …
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Water, Work, and Wisdom: A Conversation with Olympic Kayaker Kamini Jain
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26:22Paddle into the remarkable world of Kamini Jain, an Olympic kayaker whose journey from shy teenager to Hall of Fame paddler reveals powerful lessons about perseverance, community, and finding strength on the water. Kamini's story begins with a quiet 14-year-old discovering kayaking – a perfect fit for her introverted nature that would eventually le…
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Susanne Haldemann, Photography, Painting with a Camera, Ep. 476
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19:59Susanne's journey in photography began as a quest to explore the intricate dance between light, shadow, and emotion. Her lens captures moments that transcend the ordinary, inviting viewers to see the world through her unique perspective. Specializing in black and white photography, Susanne's work reflects her fascination with contrasts, textures, a…
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Debbie Brosnan, Effortless Cooking, Ep. 475
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18:35Debbie loves all things food and found her way from personal chef to virtual cooking class instructor as she and her business adapted with the need for virtual events. Debbie is a passionate self taught home cook who began her journey cooking along side her mother and grandmother as a young child. Her focus is on healthy food that tastes amazing us…
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Podcasthon - EDsnaps - Education for STEM, Dr. C., Ep. 474
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23:07Follow EDsnaps: www.edsnaps.org Blame the Subway Delay In the late fall of 2016, neuroscientist and founder of EDsnaps Susanne Cappendijk, PhD, MBA (aka Dr. C) was mentoring in the Bronx, NY. The Launch of the 2017 Pilot Program With no budget, Dr. C created a STEM+Arts and Arts+STEM based 3-week Summer program. This Pilot Summer Program launched o…
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Why Good Posture is More than Just Looking Good
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21:22Have you ever considered that the way you stand and sit could be influencing everything from your aches and pains to your energy levels to your risk of chronic disease? Forget what you thought you knew about "standing up straight"—posture is far more dynamic and influential than most of us realize. I'm diving deep into our body's relationship with …
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Have Pigs, Will Travel - Brigitte Franzen, Ep. 473
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21:39Have Pigs, Will Travel is the real-life story of the rise and fall and rise again of a young woman who came to the United States as an immigrant, by herself, with $20 in her pocket. After growing up in Germany, she overcame numerous obstacles while pursuing her dream of owning a farm. Pets and farm animals became an important part of her life, even…
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Carol Walkner - Feel lighter with Clairvoyant, Medium, Reiki Master - Ep. 472
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19:54Follow her: https://carolwalkner.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/carol.walkner Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carolwalkner/ The real 50 over 50 interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dVwN9zY4XnI *********** Susanne Mueller / www.susannemueller.biz TEDX Talk, May 2022: Running and Life: 5KM Formula for YOUR Success https://www.yout…
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In a world increasingly fraught with stress and anxiety, finding balance and peace can sometimes seem unattainable. This episode of the Heart of Motion podcast dives deep into the potent intersection of movement, mindfulness, and health, featuring expert insights from Siobhan O'Connell, a seasoned physiotherapist with 40+ years experience. We explo…
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Celebrating Women "50 Shades of Lipstick Leadership" - Susanne Mueller, Ep471
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11:37Books: Take it from the Ironwoman, Global Business Coaching with Sports Parallels, 2017 Lipstick Leadership, empowering and inspiring women who dare to lead, 2021 50 Shades of Lipstick Leadership, 50 stories from inspiring and empowering women, 2024 www.susannemueller.biz *********** Susanne Mueller / www.susannemueller.biz TEDX Talk, May 2022: Run…
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Zuno Kristal - Running, Coaching, and beyond, Ep. 470
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20:21I am an Executive Coach, a teacher, mentor and researcher. My experience spans a wide range of industries and roles. After 15 years in management positions in the corporate world, I found my passion in Coaching, empowering others, and in lecturing. Since 2001 I have been a pioneer in Coaching research and in Executive Coaching of leaders, entrepren…
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Enhance your health through the power of breath, and discover how such a simple act can profoundly impact your physical and emotional well-being. Join me, Susannah Steers, as I guide you through the often-overlooked science of breathing, drawing insights from James Nestor's "Breath: The New Science of a Lost Art." Together, we'll navigate the intri…
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Angela Heck - Seelen Oase, Ep. 469 (in Swiss German)
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8:12Angela Martina Heck's greatest wish is for intuition to become second nature in businesses and schools. Her dedication and passion for systemic work, family constellations, and business consulting have made her a sought-after expert in her field. Follow her journey on her website with blog, podcast, and the book that will come out shortly: https://…
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Angela Heck - Constellation Work - Ep. 468
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17:02Angela Martina Heck was born in a picturesque village known as the home of the famous writer Johanna Spyri, the author of Heidi. She describes her childhood as a storybook childhood, shaped by nature and open-minded parents. Later in life, this privileged environment made her realize that many things she had taken for granted were by no means self-…
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Movement, Mindfulness, and the Art of Holistic Living with guest Tara Walsh
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35:40Ever wondered how movement can transform not just your body, but your entire way of living? Join us as we welcome Tara Walsh, an expert horticulturalist and outdoor enthusiast, whose life story is a testament to the power of movement. From the physically demanding world of horticulture to her mountain biking and outdoor adventures, Tara’s journey h…
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Joanne Tombrakos - A Storyteller, A Human Being
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18:23Follow her: https://joannetombrakos.com/ A storyteller, digital-first marketing strategist, personal branding expert, global educator, pitch perfector, workshop facilitator, writer, human. Book: "Craft your Pitch - a Storytelling Framework" Podcast: "Marketing, Mindfulness & Martinis" *********** Susanne Mueller / www.susannemueller.biz TEDX Talk, …
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Poncho Cottier - Integrative Coaching, Ep. 466
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19:37From his website: About Poncho: For me, that experience of dissonance became VERY loud in my twenties. I was living in Mexico City, where I am originally from, and I had been working in a big multinational company for some time. I had a promising career ahead of me with so much external validation (so much!), and yet, my internal discomfort was so …
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Movement Matters! Fitness & Mobility for Lifelong Health
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21:32Uncover the truth behind society's fitness myths and why your daily workout might not be enough for holistic health. Join host Susannah Steers for this episode of the Heart of Motion podcast as we explore the profound difference between fitness and movement training. Our modern conveniences have created a movement deficit, often leaving us with chr…
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Gina Martin - Executive Coach, President Elect ICF, Ep. 465
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17:32Gina Martin - In 1992, I was 18 years old with a toddler in my arms and $300 in my pocket. I was born and raised in Venezuela, but once my daughter was born I knew I wanted to build a purposeful life for us in the place where dreams always seem to come true... America. We journeyed from Venezuela to New York and nestled in with family members until…
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Ben Brock is a runner, an actor, and a Hoosier recently turned New Yorker. He has most recently been seen in the Richmond Shakespeare Festival and on the streets of Indianapolis racing 26.2 miles. While in undergrad, he also studied philosophy, a practice that he still believes has a large impact on his athletic, artistic, and personal life. Handle…
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What if the key to transformation isn't about chasing resolutions but cultivating presence? As we embark on Season 2 of the Heart of Motion Podcast, I share how the power of presence and mindfulness can break the cycle of failed New Year's resolutions, bringing balance to our physical, emotional, and spiritual lives. By acknowledging where we stand…
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Adrienne has worked hard to achieve a life well-lived. As a champion for the underdog, she inspires people to uncover their strengths, overcome adversity and become their best. She is a dedicated runner and marathoner. She recently received her World Paralympic classification and won the Upper Limb Impairment division of the Boston Marathon while r…
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Yayoi Komiyama has over 20 years of experience in the wellness industry. Her unique coaching approach, Brain to Belly, emphasizes the deep connection between the brain, body, and soul, enabling clients to achieve lasting change and peace. Yayoi’s journey from personal struggles with food and body image to becoming a transformation specialist serves…
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A Harvest of Change: The Women of Femme Rurale, Ep. 461
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13:34In the heart of IHUND, a small village with a big story, a quiet revolution began in 2020. Thirty-four women, led by the determined and visionary Agnes "Nyango" Maledy, came together to challenge the status quo. They founded Femme Rural, a cooperative that dared to pioneer in the male-dominated world of cocoa farming. But their journey didn’t stop …
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Balancing Act: The Symphony of Movement, Stability, and Proprioception
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21:58Picture this: you're on a treadmill, and suddenly, you trip—your body reacts instinctively, keeping you from hitting the ground. This episode of Heart of Motion unpacks how our bodies maintain balance, whether on a treadmill or in everyday life. I guide you through the fascinating world of balance, exploring the harmony between our vestibular, visu…
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Christmas Message with Ms Santa Claus, Ep. 460
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9:57Follow in Ms. Santa's Footsteps - Happy Holiday Season *********** Susanne Mueller / www.susannemueller.biz TEDX Talk, May 2022: Running and Life: 5KM Formula for YOUR Success https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oT_5Er1cLvY 700+ weekly blogs / 450+ podcasts / 1 Ironman Triathlon / 5 half ironman races / 26 marathon races / 4 books / 1 Mt. Kilimanjaro /…
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Elissa Hecker, Esq - Lawyer, Dancer, Choreographer - Ep. 459
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17:05Follow her and ask questions: https://www.eheckeresq.com/ *********** Susanne Mueller / www.susannemueller.biz TEDX Talk, May 2022: Running and Life: 5KM Formula for YOUR Success https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oT_5Er1cLvY 700+ weekly blogs / 450+ podcasts / 1 Ironman Triathlon / 5 half ironman races / 26 marathon races / 4 books / 1 Mt. Kilimanjar…
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Malia Faleafine - Rich Heritage Appreciating Hawaii and Samoa, Ep. 458
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17:04Malia Faleafine is an accomplished leader with over 15 years of experience in strategic operations across diverse sectors. Growing up in Hawaii, Malia developed a deep appreciation for community and collaboration, values that have shaped her professional journey. She holds a Master’s degree in Public Administration and a Bachelor’s degree in Sociol…
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Embracing Authenticity: Marketing, Movement, and Midlife Transformation
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32:44What if you could align your business strategies with your true self, creating a life that reflects your core values and desires? Join me as I sit down with the influential Donna Cravotta, founder of Cravotta Media Group and the Be Visible Club Mastermind, to uncover the magic of authentic marketing and connection. Discover how Donna's transformati…
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Ann Fry - A Positive Role Model for many, Ep. 457
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20:08Ann Fry writes frequently on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ann.fry.94 Ann Fry has written a book titled Sixty, Sexy, Sassy, and Free. *********** Susanne Mueller / www.susannemueller.biz TEDX Talk, May 2022: Running and Life: 5KM Formula for YOUR Success https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oT_5Er1cLvY 700+ weekly blogs / 450+ podcasts / 1 Ironman …
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Lisa McCallum stands as a prominent Young for Life Mentor, renowned for her speaking engagements and impactful mentorship programs. Widely acknowledged as an expert in guiding individuals towards prioritizing self-care to attain a confident lifestyle, Lisa empowers others to embrace vitality and self-assurance. Through her acclaimed programs and bo…
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Balancing the Beast: Stress, Movement, and Health
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24:08Could understanding the body's reaction to stress be key to unlocking better health? This week we unpack the nuanced relationship between stress, movement, and health. You'll learn how stress, in measured doses, can actually bolster strength and resilience, yet when unchecked, it can detrimentally impact our well-being. Stress and movement are more…
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Summer Watson - KORE Women - Mentorship across Generations, EP 455
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19:23Dr. Summer Watson, MHS, PhD is a High-Performance Coach, Dr. of Psychology, Podcaster, Event Producer, Live Show Host, Author, Mentor, and Military Spouse of over 21-years. Dr. Summer Watson is the Founder of KORE Women, LLC. KORE Women is a place where women Kinetically connect, Organically learn from one another, Reshape lives through diverse int…
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Super Sonic Sonia - The Tech Margin - Ep. 454
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18:07https://www.the-tech-margin.com/ *********** Susanne Mueller / www.susannemueller.biz TEDX Talk, May 2022: Running and Life: 5KM Formula for YOUR Success https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oT_5Er1cLvY 700+ weekly blogs / 450+ podcasts / 1 Ironman Triathlon / 5 half ironman races / 26 marathon races / 4 books / 1 Mt. Kilimanjaro / 1 TEDx Talk…
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Learn about ways to balance a bustling career, family life, and a passion for fitness with our guest, Nicole Howell. As a North Shore mountain biker, mother, and employment law partner in Vancouver, Nicole brings a unique perspective to integrating movement into a jam-packed schedule. Nicole’s story is a testament to finding joy and presence in eve…
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Christi Cassidy - Moving Along Podcast - Ep. 452
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21:10Christi Cassidy is the host and producer of Moving Along, a podcast in which her passion for travel comes together with the themes of relocation and life transitions. A longtime radio listener and fan, Christi’s career spans stints in book publishing, publicity, brand licensing and marketing. She says the common thread is her love of helping people…
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Peggy Abou Arraj - First Time NYC Marathoner - Ep. 453
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17:53Peggy, I am Lebanese, grew up and lived in Oman until i was 14 then moved to Lebanon with my mum and brother. I graduated from the American University of Beirut in Lebanon with a Bachelor in Mechanical Engineering in 2007 and worked as a mechanical estimator in a gas and oil company construction company. I moved to NYC January 1st 2016 and started …
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