The Mind Movement Health Podcast

In today's fast-paced world, many of us struggle with chronic stress, anxiety, and physical ailments that seem to have no end. If you've ever felt overwhelmed by your health challenges, you're not alone. In this episode, we'll explore the transformative power of somatics and how understanding your nervous system can lead to profound healing. Join us as we break down insights from my conversation w...

In this episode, Kate Boyle shares her personal experience of going on her first wellness retreat and the fears that almost stopped her from going. She explores why retreats can feel intimidating, how stepping outside your comfort zone can lead to growth, and why time away can be deeply restorative for body and mind.   Timestamps (0:01) Welcome to the Mind Movement Health Podcast (1:25) Common fea...

Do You Really Need 10,000 Steps a Day? In this episode, Kate Boyle unpacks the origins and myths behind the popular goal of 10,000 daily steps. She explores scientific evidence on how much movement is truly needed for health, emphasizing that consistency and quality matter more than a specific number.   She covers: The origin story of 10,000 steps and why it’s not based on research How meaningful...

Are you planning a European summer or any walking holiday? Discover how strengthening your feet can prevent pain, improve mobility, and help you enjoy your adventures to the fullest. As a Pilates instructor and movement specialist, Kate Boyle shares practical advice on foot care, common travel foot issues, and simple exercises you can do anywhere. In this episode: The impact of increased walking v...

Ever wondered what lab tests are essential when you hit perimenopause? Then don’t miss this episode of the Mind Movement Health Podcast with Cindy Dupuie, a seasoned functional medicine nutritionist, who shares her expertise on how women can better understand and manage changes during perimenopause and menopause. We explore the importance of comprehensive lab testing, the role of hormones and gut...

Did you know that pelvic floor dysfunction can show up as hip pain, back pain, anxiety, constipation, painful intercourse, bladder issues, restricted movement and even breathing dysfunction? In this episode, we're diving into one of the most overlooked aspects of women's health: the pelvic floor. Many women assume pelvic floor issues only affect those who have had children, but the reality is that...

Want to feel healthy even when you travel? Listen in to hear my key health and wellness takeways from spending 6 weeks travelling through Europe with my family. Whether you're planning your own getaway or seeking ways to incorporate mindful health practices into your everyday life, these insights are both practical and inspiring. Timestamps: (00:00) Introduction: Reflecting on travel and its impac...

Have you ever left a Pilates class wondering if you were actually doing it right? You’re not alone, and the truth might surprise you. After more than 20 years of teaching and thousands of classes, I’ve seen the same small mistakes show up again and again. The good news? These simple shifts can completely transform your results, helping you build strength, improve posture, and feel more connected t...

Have you ever noticed the different personalities that show up in your Pilates class? In this fun and relatable episode, we break down the 5 classic Pilates archetypes, from The Perfectionist and The Go Hard or Go Home, to The Just Enough to Get By, The Overthinker, and of course, The Chatty Cathy! Join me as I share how each archetype shows up in class, what I really think as your instructor, and...

Are you thinking about starting Pilates but don’t know where to begin? In this episode of the Mind Movement Health Podcast, we discuss what every person should know before starting Pilates. Whether your goal is core strength, posture, back pain relief, nervous system regulation, or overall functional movement, this episode provides the knowledge and confidence you need to start safely and effectiv...

In this episode of the Mind Movement Health Podcast, we uncover 7 hidden causes of inflammation that many midlife women overlook. While diet plays a role, chronic inflammation is often driven by deeper factors like stress, poor sleep, blood sugar imbalances, gut health, over-exercising, alcohol, and nervous   Timestamps: (00:28) Introduction to Hidden Inflammation (02:12) The Role of Chronic Stres...

In this insightful interview, Dr. Juliet McGrattan discusses menopause, perimenopause, and their impact on women runners.   We cover: Hormonal changes during menopause and perimenopause Symptoms affecting women runners, including energy and sleep Exercise modifications and the importance of strength training Role of HRT in managing menopause symptoms and supporting activity Research gaps and the n...

Can just five minutes a day really improve your health? In this episode of the Mind Movement Health Podcast, we explore simple five-minute daily habits that can transform your health, reduce stress, support hormone balance, and improve wellbeing in midlife. Many women believe they need long workouts or complicated wellness routines to feel better. But research shows that small, consistent habits c...

Ever struggled with your health and wanted an alternative option for treatment? That’s what lead this mother-daugther duo, Karen (Zuzu) and Amy Armes to develop and create Holistic Health Educators (HHE) and Lilly Fields Retreat Center In this episode of the Mind Movement Health podcast they share their personal journeys into holistic health and the importance of understanding women's health. They...

Why are wellness retreats so life-changing? If you’ve ever felt the pull to step away from your daily routine and truly reset… this episode is your sign. In this episode, I’m sharing a behind-the-scenes look at my recent Restore and Align Retreat in Torquay, a beautiful weekend filled with Pilates, yoga, breathwork, connection, and deep rest. But beyond the movement and the setting, what really ma...

Are you noticing bloating, fatigue, achy joints, mood swings, stubborn weight gain, or changes in your skin in midlife? It could be inflam-aging- the chronic, low-grade inflammation that increases with age and impacts hormone balance, gut health, mental clarity, energy, and skin health. In this episode of the Mind Movement Health Podcast, we explore simple, practical strategies to reduce inflam-ag...

Are you struggling with bloating, stress, hormone imbalance, anxiety or digestive issues in perimenopause? In this episode of the Mind Movement Health Podcast, we explore Rest and Digest and how activating your parasympathetic nervous system can dramatically improve gut health, hormone balance, inflammation, metabolism and energy in midlife women. In this episode, we cover: - What “rest and digest...

Have scoliosis or know someone who does? In this episode, Dr. Mark Morningstar discusses scoliosis as a complex whole-body condition influenced by genetics, neurobiology, bone health, and lifestyle. He explains why active stability, movement, nutrition, and nervous system regulation are crucial, shares practical prevention tips, and highlights modern, multimodal approaches to help children and adu...

Host Kate Boyle speaks with Larissa Porter about nervous system regulation and practical breathwork tools adapted from military psychology to school and family life. They discuss how breathwork supports children, teens and adults, signs of dysregulation, simple routines (like co-regulation and nightly practices), and when to seek extra help. Listeners will gain quick, actionable techniques to calm...

Host Kate Boyle explores how nervous-system-driven burnout differs from ordinary tiredness and why rest alone often isn’t enough. Learn practical breathwork tools- coherent breathing (365 method), nasal breathing with extended exhales, and day-long nasal breathing, that can shift your body into a parasympathetic, restorative state and help with energy, clarity, and recovery. Breathwork is a simple...

In this episode Kate shares a personal journey from childhood dance to Pilates and, ultimately, breathwork, explaining how movement and breath helped regulate her nervous system, heal injuries, and address stored trauma. She outlines the science behind breathwork, recounts her first experiences, and invites listeners to try a four-week online breathwork series starting February 18, including repla...

Physiotherapist and somatic stress coach Emma Ferris explains how breathwork and nervous system regulation help women manage stress, improve performance and speed recovery. She shares practical tips to notice body cues, adjust breathing patterns, and build simple practices to shift out of chronic stress and into lasting calm. The conversation also touches on practical strategies for regulating the...

Host Kate Boyle explains how the nervous system drives health, from sleep and digestion to mood, and how chronic stress shifts the body into survival mode. She introduces breathwork as a fast, controllable way to signal safety to the brain and shift from sympathetic (fight/flight) to parasympathetic (rest/digest) states. Kate shares three simple practices you can use today, plus tips for building...

Host Kate Boyle celebrates episode 300 and reflects on the key lessons from three hundred conversations about women’s health: personalization matters, healing begins with clarity, and small intentional steps build lasting change. She explores the body’s interconnected systems, the non-linear nature of recovery, and the importance of consistency, curiosity, and compassion. Kate also shares gratitud...

Dr. Shivani Gupta returns to the Mind Movement Health Podcast to explain how Ayurveda and modern science can reduce chronic inflammation. She shares practical rituals like tongue scraping, oil pulling, tea time, sleep hygiene and explains how spices like turmeric, ginger, cumin and coriander support digestion, brain health and pain relief. This episode covers mental inflammation, circadian alignme...