The Move Well Be Well podcast

In this episode, Leah and Catherine reflect on Season 2 of The Move Well Be Well Podcast. They chat about the challenges they faced recording this season and what is to come for Season 3! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Leah and Catherine debunk the myths around core training. Catherine describes what your core is and how it functions. They chat through common questions around core strength and back pain, and the outdated concepts of bracing/tensing and "squeezing in" your abs. They outline what a comprehensive core strengthening session might include. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for m...

In this episode, Leah and Catherine chat about exercising WITHOUT specific goals and how sometimes having goals can act as a barrier to your progress, potentially setting you up to fail. They discuss the concept of intuitive movement and the joy that can bring. And of course Would you Rather is back! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Leah chats to Jenna Zaffino- Certified Health & Wellness Coach, Small Business Consultant, Movement Motivator and so much more! They delve into the difference between a client-led and teacher-led Pilates paradigm. A client-led approach has so much more possibility for both the client and the teacher, in terms of meaning and purpose, in creating community with each other and wo...

In this episode, Catherine guides you through a short breathwork practice and body scan meditation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode builds on previous episode around building a better body image (Episode 22). Leah and Catherine delve into the topic of negative self-talk and the impact that can have on our own health and also on those around us. They discuss the physical sensations created in our bodies by how we speak to ourselves and the importance of attuning ourselves to these sensations. Hosted on Acast. See a...

In this episode, Leah and Catherine play with a quick fire round of their usual "would you rather" quiz, more pilates and less weird than usual! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Leah and Catherine discuss the Meditation, Breathwork and Stretch class at Glow. They also discuss some other mellow classes at the studio and why they are beneficial for managing symptoms such as chronic fatigue, pain, and regulating your nervous system. Meditation, breathwork and mellow movement are all tools to help regulate your nervous system state which can contribute to the...

In this episode, Catherine delves into the importance of scar tissue management after surgery. She discusses breast surgery and the impact of scar tissue on other areas and functions of the body. Scar tissue massage is an easy, simple way to help reduce scar tissue, pain and long term impact. Leah chats about her scar experience after her C-Section and how it helped her to re-connect with her body...

In this episode, Leah and Catherine discuss the many different class styles at Glow and how you can choose the most suitable class for wherever you are at. Whether you are a complete newbie to exercise or are a seasoned athlete looking to supplement your training with reformer pilates, this episode will help to guide you how to get started. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informati...

In this mini-bite series, Leah and Catherine will answer common questions from clients. This week they discuss how Pilates can supplement your running programme. Catherine delves into tendon health and gives some examples of exercises you could try at home to prep your body for your run. They also discuss stretching and mobility and why it is not as important as you might think. Hosted on Acast. S...

In this episode, Leah and Catherine discuss how they navigate individual injuries and medical history information within a group class content. They discuss some of the challenges around this topic, both the reality of what extent we have as movement teachers to manage individual issues within a group and also creating body autonomy so that you as the client are comfortable to share or not your me...

In this episode, Leah and Catherine discuss managing flare-ups of chronic conditions. Catherine talks about her Long Covid experience and her challenging symptoms. They delve into how your perception of yourself can change during these periods of increased pain and fatigue. Nervous system regulation is a key component of managing flare ups, they offer some evidence based tools you can try. Hosted...

In this episode, Leah and Catherine discuss the expansion of Glow Pilates and opening a second location. Leah describes how things differ this time around compared to 5 years ago- continuing to climb the steep learning curve that is owning a business and the many challenges and obstacles that entails. She offers advice to anyone starting a business or taking on a new venture. Hosted on Acast. See...

In this episode Leah and Catherine discuss the concept of "ease of movement", what that means and why it's important. They chat about our unique boney structures and how this can influence how our movement looks. Starting from a place of ease, allows for much more possibility rather than pushing from a place of tension. They delve into hypermobility and how that can influence our mobility and stab...

In this episode, Leah and Catherine delve into rest and recovery. Catherine opens up about her Long Covid experience and how that forced her to slow down and change her relationship with rest. They discuss the nuances between active and chronic fatigue and factors to consider when planning your training programme, Other strategies to consider include overall training volume, deload weeks and of co...

In this episode, Catherine chats with Dr. Emilia Thompson PhD, Registered Nutritionist and Founder of ETPHD Coaching. They delve into body image, diet culture and healing your relationship with food. Emilia gives practical advice to be curious around your patterns, habits, routines and noticing food rules. She discusses the importance of self-compassion in this exploration and incorporating body-c...

Body autonomy is a cornerstone of our Glow Pilates ethos. In this episode, Leah and Catherine delve into this topic and share examples of how they try to encourage you to have autonomy over your body. As experienced movement teachers, they share the reasons behind their teaching style and why they give so many options, variations and choices in class. Your body is for you and your own and we striv...

In this episode, join Leah and Catherine as they explore the large topic of body image and how it applies within our studio- Glow Pilates. They delve into the importance of language, and listening to how you speak about yourself. Discover simple strategies to change this negative self-talk cycle. They discuss the active role required in learning to receive compliments. Can you create more positive...

Leah and Catherine are finally back for Season 2! In this episode they delve deep into the topic of New Years Resolutions and goal setting. They discuss the importance of taking time to pause and reflect on your intentions for the coming year. Understanding the WHY behind your goal creates the clarity we need to create long-term sustainable change. And of course- "Would You Rather" is back in full...

In this episode, Leah and Catherine reflect on the journey that is The Move Well Be Well Podcast. They discuss how it started and the initial goal of 20 episodes. They delve into why they started the podcast: to be more vocal and share their knowledge and experience, to delve deeper into topics that may only be touched on in sessions or in class, to open up conversations within our community and b...

In this episode, Leah and Catherine are joined by the wonderful Aimee. She discusses why she started Pilates, her experience with movement and why our approach at Glow resonated with her. Aimee describes her physical progress over the years, her mindset shift in learning to appreciate her body for what it can do on any given day. Over the years, she has learned to embody the cues given in class- i...

In this episode, Leah and Catherine discuss class planning at the studio. They emphasize the importance of starting each class with familiar movements for clients and allowing clients to choose their own springs for autonomy in their movement. Leah stressed the importance of getting as many joints as possible moving in different directions in each class. They also discussed how they progress class...

In this episode, Leah and Catherine discuss the subtle benefits of movement and exercise that are often over-looked. These include time to oneself, head-space, fun, joy, self-expression, skill learning, role-modelling and many many more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Leah and Catherine delve into the huge topic of Pilates and weight loss. They discuss the nuances around these questions and why Pilates is not the answer to weight loss or toning goals. They discuss how to continue your Pilates practice at home, revealing some exciting news. They share why getting started with a Fundamentals course or workshop is optimal. Hosted on Acast. See aca...