Moving Conversations

May 14 2024
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Welcome to Moving Conversations, a podcast for movement professionals by movement professionals. Join Brian Richey and Nora St John, with their combined 50 years+ of experience in Pilates, fitness and movement covering topics ranging from Pilates, fitness, corrective exercise, pre and post rehab, exercise programming, sports specific training, and of course any and all questions that come from you, the listener. Join the conversation on Instagram: movingconvos and Twitter: @movingconvos or email the show @ [email protected]

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A Deep Dive into the Shoulder!

May 14 2024 59 mins  
Working effectively to create balance in the shoulder girdle is a challenging task. Every action of the shoulder involves a symphony of myofascial structures moving in harmony. Creating optimum movement patterns of the bones can help this muscular symphony stay in tune. Nora and Brian discuss a variety of ways to conceptualize shoulder movement for optimum function.Moving Conversat

Balancing the Core with Instability

May 07 2024 54 mins  
Research shows that adding unstable surfaces such as rollers, stability balls, Spinefitter, Bosu, MOTR and other toys increases the activation and coordination of the core. Brian and Nora talk through several ways to use various tools to engage the core and improve dynamic stability, balance and performance.Moving Conversation Socials Email: [email protected]: @movingconvosF

Active Aging with Erika Quest

Apr 30 2024 60 mins  
Our first guest is Erika Quest, Pilates teacher and founder of Level Up MVMT, an online education platform for movement professionals. We will be discussing her work as an Active Aging specialist and specifically discuss how to add “neuroaerobics” or cognitive exercises to workouts to enhance longevity, memory and the mind-body connection. You’ll come away with lots of easy w

Breathing...Can't live without it.

Apr 23 2024 57 mins  
As Joe Pilates once said “ Breathing is the first act of life and the last”. This fundamental activity has been explored for millenia by martial artists, athletes, spiritual seekers and longevity experts. Learn new ways to think about breathing, breathing and sleep, breathing and exercise and how to optimize lung capacity by maintaining mobility of the ribcage.Moving Conversati

Spring ahead! Prepare for outdoor activities

Apr 16 2024 53 mins  
When the weather warms up, people transition from indoor to outside fitness pursuits like running, cycling, sports and gardening. This transition can lead to overuse injuries as the exuberance of sun and beautiful weather encourages overdoing it. Brian and Nora offer a voice of moderation and encourage you to prepare for the transition with a progressive fitness program that reflec

A Deep Dive into the Disc

Apr 09 2024 57 mins  
The lumbar discs are a not uncommon source of low back pain and discomfort. Join Nora and Brian for a discussion on the key principles for training and managing disc issues. We begin at the beginning and more towards full recovery with simple exercises, common sense advice and a few good stories.

Core Concepts: Exploring the Inner Unit

Apr 02 2024 58 mins  
The foundation of the core is sometimes called the “inner unit”. Made up of the transverse abdominis, multifid, pelvic floor and diaphragm, the inner unit connects the spine, ribcage and pelvis, supports the abdomen, creates functional stability and protects us from low back injuries. Brian and Nora discuss the elements of the inner unit and ways to activate, balance and streng

Finding your Fitness Niche

Mar 26 2024 57 mins  
What is your favorite flavor of fitness? Do you prefer teaching groups or individuals? Do you have a passion to specialize and work with a certain population? Aimed at the fitness professional looking to expand, reinvigorate or grow their career, this conversation will give you lots of food for thought.Moving Conversation Socials Email: [email protected]: @movingconvosFB: Mo

Ankle Sprains and Shin Splints (OUCH!)

Mar 19 2024 53 mins  
Ankle sprains and shin splints are very common and when well managed will usually heal up quickly and completely. Join Brian and Nora for some tips and pointers to help you get back on your feet and moving better fast! Check out our instagram @movingconvos for some simple exercises.

Sprains and Strains

Mar 12 2024 22 mins  
Today is a mini podcast. Due to technical and travel issues we recorded a "fun" sized episode for you on Sprains and Strains. This is the perfect appetizer for next week's episode on Ankle Sprains.