Well To The Core

The Balanced Life podcast is a place for honest conversations on health, wellness, self-care, work/life balance, and everything in between. My goal is to provide inspiration, resources, and practical tips to help you create a balanced life and become the healthiest version of yourself both inside and out. Today we have a special episode that spans 5 conversations that I have had on the podcast thr...

You may have heard about the benefits of having a family meal time, but the reality of living in the modern world can make it a challenge to create that space. Mealtimes are not only for nourishing our bodies, but they are also times to cultivate connections with family and friends. On this episode of The Balanced Life, Christine Bailey joins me to discuss tips to help you slow down periodically t...

Many 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 wil...

Have you ever felt hangry? Do you notice when your moods fluctuate throughout the day? Food might have something to do with it. There is often a connection between food and our moods and this episode of The Balanced Life podcast will help you improve that connection. Registered dietician (RD), Micah Siva, joins me today to discuss how food can help you boost your mood. Micah is one of the primary...

Whether we acknowledge it or not, routines hold power over many aspects of our life. If you are not a fan of routines you may feel tempted to skip this episode, but I encourage you to listen. If you enjoy creating and optimizing your routines, then you're probably already listening. This episode is designed to help you take a closer look at your routines, both intentional and unintentional. By the...

Life is a series of transitions. Some are more welcome than others, but whether they are expected or not, it is important to be able to make the most of life's transitions and learn how to navigate them.  You may be familiar with our guest today;  Elisabeth Callahan  was the community coordinator here at Lindywell who left our team to start her private therapy practice.  Elisabeth is here to share...

Using your breath can be a powerful wellness tool whose benefits have been backed by scientific research. This free, easily accessible tool can be used by anyone at any time to help regulate emotion and bring a sense of well-being to your life. Breath is at the core of Pilates and can be used for wellness both on the mat and off.  Our guest today is breathwork coach, Kiesha Yokers . Kiesha is pass...

Do you understand the importance and power of your breath? In Pilates, we focus on breathing intentionally, but do you know how important proper breathing is in your everyday life?  You may be surprised to discover that something as simple as breathing can be used as a tool to impact both your physical and mental health.  In this episode of The Balanced Life, you'll learn just how important the br...

If 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 onl...

An 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...

Today'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 in...

The 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...

If 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 episod...

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...

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 em...

Today 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...

Hello, 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, Robi...

Today, 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, Ka...

March 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 shar...

Pilates 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...

Welcome 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 hel...

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 lea...

Welcome 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 welln...

Mental 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....

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, Rob...