Heart of Motion

What if your body could tell you stories of resilience, healing, and a deeper mind-body connection? Join us as we explore the transformative power of somatics and movement integration with the exceptional Amy Kiara-Ruth. With a rich tapestry of expertise in dance, Pilates, kinesiology, and various somatic practices like Tai Chi and Qi Gong, Amy shares how these disciplines come together to foster...

Join me as I reconnect with the extraordinary Julie Rothschild, a dancer, artist, and movement teacher whose journey through art and motion will leave you inspired. Julie takes us through her profound relationship with dance and how the pandemic led her to the intricate world of tapestry weaving, offering a new dimension to her creative expression and fulfilling her artistic yearnings in ways danc...

Ready to unlock the secrets behind true flexibility and joint health? Discover how understanding the interplay between muscles, bones, and soft tissues can transform your range of motion and overall mobility. On this episode of the Heart of Motion podcast, we tackle common complaints like tight hips, stiff backs, and sore necks by examining the crucial roles of ligaments, tendons, and fascia. You&...

In this episode of the Heart of Motion podcast, I am thrilled to welcome Kristy Kilcup, a seasoned health and wellness professional with over 30 years of experience. Kristy recounts her inspiring journey of finding solace and self-assurance through sports and physical activity, despite facing struggles in academic settings. Join me as Kristy candidly shares the highs and lows of pushing her body t...

Can organizing your movements really transform your life? Discover the surprising intersection between Marie Kondo's organizational methods and movement patterns on today's Heart of Motion podcast. We share an inspiring story of one client's journey from debilitating back pain to newfound freedom and joy through tailored movement practices. This tale highlights the profound impact o...

As the 2024 Olympics Games begin, join host Susannah Steers for a fun conversation with Doug Martin, Olympian and owner of The Cheeseman, a boutique European-style cheese shop in North Vancouver, BC. Learn about the life of a world class competitive swimmer in the 1970's, and what to expect from this year's Olympic swimmers. Doug explains how the things he learned as an Olympian helped h...

Join Susannah, and Gillian McCormick, Physiotherapist and Pelvic Health Specialist, for a wide-ranging conversation about movement as a key element of health care throughout our lives, and particularly for women experiencing symptoms of peri-menopause and menopause.    We talk about what happens when our bodies start to change and how that might affect our movement, and about common themes around...

Movement is everywhere. We find it easily in our physical activities, exercise and sports. We know it exists in the flow of the ocean and the wind, in the smallest cells and in the massive expanse of galaxies. Movement is essential to life. Beyond "exercise" - movement is a way for us to connect to ourselves, and to the people and the world around us. In this episode, Susannah invites yo...

Welcome to the Heart of Motion ,  a new podcast dedicated to the heart, soul and science of movement.  Movement and physical activity connect us more deeply to ourselves, to our bodies and to the things in life that are most important to us.  It's more than just a "fitness routine" - so let's talk about it!  Join host Susannah Steers every couple of weeks to learn about movemen...