In this episode, Nikki chats with yoga teacher Kathy Dodd about how ageism shows up in the yoga space and what teachers and students can do to change the narrative.

They discuss:

• Why we shouldn't assume that gentle is always better as we get older
• How representation of more diverse ages in teachers and students practicing yoga on social media can make the practice more accessible
• Some of the hidden benefits of getting older as a woman
• How to straddle the line between acceptance of the aging process and vanity
• How to push back against the feeling of invisibility as we age

To connect with Kathy visit kathydodd.com or follow Kathy at @kdnaturalyoga on Instagram.

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In this interview, Nikki chats with Pilates teacher and owner of the online Pilates and fitness apparel store Maria Silver about why size inclusivity is important in the fashion and athleisure wear industry.

They discuss:

• Why Maria has worked to make her clothing line as size inclusive as possible from day one
• The work that she has done to increase representation and diversity of models for her clothing line
• Why it's important that people with thin privilege advocate for people with bigger bodies
• Her inspiration for starting The Movement Shop and the mission behind her store
• How she comes up with her memes and the reason for her slogan Movement Comes in All Sizes

To connect with Maria, say hello on Instagram @themovementshop or visit themovementshop.com to shop her designs.

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In this interview, Nikki chats with strength coach Marianne Kane about finding fitness in uncertain times.

They discuss:

• How action is the antidote
• The value of a low bar and small consistent actions
• The role of stress and uncertainty in feeling less than motivated
• The mental health benefits of fitness
• Being aware of numbing behaviors and strategies to minimize them

To connect with Marianne, visit her website myomyfitness.com or say hello on Facebook or Instagram.

In this episode, Nikki chats with strength and conditioning coach Damali Fraiser about her approach to strength training and some of the social issues in the fitness industry.

They discuss:

• The process of getting started with kettlebells
• Benefits of strength that have nothing to do with weight loss
• Why it is important that we address fat phobia, body diversity, and representation in the fitness industry
• How we can find a more empowering approach to relationship with eating and food.

In this episode, Nikki and Pilates teacher and strength coach Kayleigh Miller discuss what the science says about the idea that some forms of exercise such as Pilates, can create "long and lean" muscles whereas other forms, such as strength training will make you "bulky."

They cover:

• What it actually means and requires to get toned
• How this type of marketing does not serve women
• The benefits of pursuing Pilates and strength beyond aesthetic goals

To connect with Kayleigh, say hello on instagram or visit http://www.kayleigh-miller.com/

In this episode, Nikki chats with Pilates teacher Sabrina Castro about her experience as a Latina woman and person of color in the Pilates industry.

They discuss:

• The issues with Pilates being an industry that predominantly features white, thin women
• How racism and fat bias show up in the Pilates studio
• Sabrina's experience with weight loss and how it impacted how clients and teachers treated her
• How the traditional Pilates and fitness culture promotes disordered behavior around diet and exercise
• Why representation is important and how opting out of diet culture can empower Pilates teachers and clients to make better choices for themselves

To connect with Sabrina, follow her on Instagram at @sabrinathefitnesswitch.

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Hello! This "episode" is a quick informal update about where the podcast is headed and the rebrand that is coming hopefully in November. I look forward to sharing more with you soon and if you want to connect in the meantime, please email me at [email protected]

In this episode, Jen, Katie and Nikki recap the fourth episode of Listen To Your Heart and in that conversation realize that quarantine is actually like being trapped in the Bachelor mansion, except no one is filming you. 

This leads into an accidentally deep discussion about why we should have some empathy for reality TV stars. They also discuss quarantine workout tips, including why real pants are overrated and how it's not a great idea to do 17 band workouts in 2 days. 

In this episode, Nikki, Jen and Katie continue recapping episodes 2 and 3 of the Bachelor spinoff Listen to Your Heart. They discussing pressing world news, including the pitfalls of rolling on wet grass in a white dress, if pop squatting will help reduce anxiety, and why stairs are an excellent alternative to a bench if you need to practice box jumps while the gym is closed. 

To connect with Jen, say hello at @heyjenhope on instagram or visit heyjenhope.com.

In this episode, Nikki is joined by Leigh Peele, Katie Nemargut, and Jen Hope to recap episode one of the Bachelor spinoff Listen to Your Heart.

They also discuss fitness tips for COVID and the oddest replacements they've received on Instacart. Oatmeal into potatoes or sparkling water into wine, anyone? 

Connect with Leigh at leighpeele.com or on Instagram at @leighpeele

Connect with Jen at heyjenhope.com or on Instagram at @heyjenhope