Physical Education Podcast Episode 3

Chandler Stevens is a movement coach and founder of The Soma School. He joins me today to discuss the broader implications of a movement practice, as well as the value of cultivating stillness and introspection. We cover practical and philosophical aspects of movements and discuss how sometimes less is more. 

To learn more about Chandler’s work and to follow him online, check out his various sites and resources:
http://www.chandlerstevens.com/
http://www.thesomaschool.com/
https://www.instagram.com/chandlerthemover/
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnTalk4RHOMV9Xaf8yhRz4A

Intro music: ‘Physical Education’ by Animals As Leaders
Outro music: ‘Every Piece Matters’ by Plini

Every Piece Matters: Movement, Stillness & Observation with Chandler Stevens

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In this follow-on episode I look at the more practical aspects of addressing energy balance issues.

Episode Resources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/18Vcdj3-l797eg9O3DjQCyBriaVrwPg64zvrbXtf3FHY/edit?usp=sharing

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In this episode I mostly discuss this concept and how to make sense of it, as well as some practical steps to restore proper energy balance.

Episode Resources:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/14ctJ3rWZ_PDmTXK2iSMmvgp9K5_JTB0jNZywgtetcLg/edit?usp=sharing

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Every Piece Matters: Movement, Stillness & Observation with Chandler Stevens

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