The Movement Mentality

The Movement Mentality Podcast

Ep. 13 - The Evolution of Personal Training with Andrew Eaton

In this episode of The Movement Mentality Podcast, host Missy Bunch introduces her friend Andrew Eaton, a movement and fitness expert. They discuss their shared passion for movement, the importance of personal growth, and the challenges of navigating the fitness industry in the digital age. Andrew shares his journey from being bullied as a child to becoming a fitness professional and moving across the country for a gym job. Both Missy and Andrew highlight the impact of the internet on the fitness industry, their personal strategies for dealing with negative online comments, and advice for those seeking qualified movement coaches. The episode concludes with reflections on overcoming self-doubt and the value of persistent learning in one’s career.

In this episode

03:06 Dealing with Online Negativity

12:53 Andrew's Journey in Fitness and Movement

22:18 The Fitness Industry's Biggest Problem

26:58 Advice for Finding the Right Trainer

30:29 The Impact of the Internet on Fitness

32:24 Dealing with Self-Doubt

Quotes:

·        ” I hate to say it, but I, I actually, I started in fitness when I was little, when I was like 11 or 12, started lifting weights because I was literally living the, like, bully on the playground thing and I didn't want to get pushed around anymore.” [13:19]

•  ” So don't believe everything you think, separate that inner voice that's telling you you can't, you shouldn't, you're not gonna. From your actual voice, give it a name and tell it to shut the heck up. It works!” [34:32] 

Connect with Missy

·      missybunch.com.

·      Instagram: @missybunch15.

·      Instagram: @themovementmentality

·      Watch this episode on YouTube: @TheMovementMentality

·      Kneepainpro.com

·      instagram @integratedneuromechanics

About Missy

Missy is a multi-certified movement therapist who has been educating and coaching for over 14 years. As a young professional dancer, she battled many injuries over her career and one day she found someone who studied neurology (the study of the brain and nervous system). After one session with this person, her 4-year knee pain was completely gone. She knew she wanted to teach this approach to the world.

The importance of brain function and using the nervous system to rapidly “debug” movement patterns, decrease pain, and increase performance, has led her to teach and create lightning-fast improvements with people from all walks of life. Her specialties include injury prevention, injury rehabilitation, joint mobility, and decreasing pain, holistically.

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Ep. 12 - Navigating Chronic Pain and Professional Growth with Colleen Jorgensen

Hey, everyone! Welcome to the Movement Mentality Podcast. In this episode of 'The Movement Mentality Podcast,' host Missy talks with her friend and colleague, Colleen Jorgensen, about her extensive journey in the field of exercise science and osteopathy. Colleen shares her struggles and triumphs in overcoming chronic pain, the development of her business ventures, and her dedication to helping others understand and heal their bodies. The discussion delves into Colleen's personal pain experience, the inception of her Dare to Heal program, and offers advice for both professionals and individuals dealing with pain. Colleen emphasizes the importance of movement, curiosity, and self-awareness in the healing process.

In this episode

03:01 Colleen's Background and Career

06:52 Challenges and Lessons in Chronic Pain

17:55 Spinal Cord Injury and Recovery

23:46 Creating the Dare to Heal Program

32:12 The Power of Storytelling in Healing

46:03 Personal Reflections and Overcoming Shyness

Quotes:

•  ”  And I think it's one of those lessons as an entrepreneur, if you always wait for the perfect moment and everything to be in place, you never move.” [02:19]
•  ”  Like it's wild to me that we teach people how to change a tire and change their oil, but they'd have no idea how these bodies, we live in work. [23:26] 

Connect with Missy

·      missybunch.com.

·      Instagram: @missybunch15.

·      Instagram: @themovementmentality

·      Watch this episode on YouTube: @TheMovementMentality

·      ColleenJorgensen.org

·      instagram @_stillnessinmotion

About Missy

Missy is a multi-certified movement therapist who has been educating and coaching for over 14 years. As a young professional dancer, she battled many injuries over her career and one day she found someone who studied neurology (the study of the brain and nervous system). After one session with this person, her 4-year knee pain was completely gone. She knew she wanted to teach this approach to the world.

The importance of brain function and using the nervous system to rapidly “debug” movement patterns, decrease pain, and increase performance, has led her to teach and create lightning-fast improvements with people from all walks of life. Her specialties include injury prevention, injury rehabilitation, joint mobility, and decreasing pain, holistically.

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Ep. 11 - The Art of Transition: From Rock Star to Fitness Coach with Anthony Roumell

Hey, everyone! Welcome to the Movement Mentality Podcast. In this episode Missy interviews her close friend Anthony Roumell, delving into his fascinating journey from being a teenage rock star to a successful gym owner and martial artist. Anthony shares how his love of music, ignited by his family's rich musical heritage, evolved into a passion for fitness and movement. He discusses the challenges and transformative experiences he faced along the way, including the collapse of his band, the discipline he developed through bodybuilding, and the humbling yet empowering practice of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Anthony also touches on the significance of having mentors, the power of taking risks, and the importance of embracing failure as a pathway to personal growth. They explore themes of faith, gratitude, and maintaining a beginner's mindset, ultimately offering listeners invaluable insights into overcoming life's obstacles and achieving their dreams.

In this episode

02:38 Anthony's Musical Journey: From Classical Piano to Punk Rock

15:27 Discovering the Gym: A New Passion

24:04 From Gym Enthusiast to Bodybuilding Competitor

38:06 The Myth of Luck and the Power of Hard Work

45:37 The Humbling Experience of Jiu-Jitsu

53:27 Becoming a Gym Owner and Facing Life's Challenges

01:12:23 The Importance of Gratitude and Perspective

Quotes:

•  ”But with music, I felt so safe doing it. It was like really cool. Um, and once I got a dose of that, I was like, oh, this is so cool. I can like, kind of self-sooth my teenage growing pain, so to speak.” [07:27]
•  ”When you're low and things are in breakdown mode and everything seems to burning around, go back to gratitude.” [01:12:23] 

Connect with Missy

·      missybunch.com.

·      Instagram: @missybunch15.

·      Instagram: @themovementmentality

·      Watch this episode on YouTube: @TheMovementMentality

·      Centerforbalancedtraining.com

·      instagram @anthony_balance

About Missy

Missy is a multi-certified movement therapist who has been educating and coaching for over 14 years. As a young professional dancer, she battled many injuries over her career and one day she found someone who studied neurology (the study of the brain and nervous system). After one session with this person, her 4-year knee pain was completely gone. She knew she wanted to teach this approach to the world.

The importance of brain function and using the nervous system to rapidly “debug” movement patterns, decrease pain, and increase performance, has led her to teach and create lightning-fast improvements with people from all walks of life. Her specialties include injury prevention, injury rehabilitation, joint mobility, and decreasing pain, holistically.

The Movement Mentality Podcast

with Missy Bunch

Ep. 10 - Missy's Guide to Success: 10 Essential Rules

Hey, everyone! Welcome to the Movement Mentality Podcast. In this episode Missy Bunch, an entrepreneur and movement expert, shares her top ten self-made rules for living a fulfilling life and running a successful business. Missy delves into optimizing your energy, setting strict boundaries, embracing failure, being authentic, and more. She emphasizes the importance of inner work, customer feedback, celebrating small wins, and sticking to a consistent plan. Missy also encourages listeners to define their own concept of success and to take actionable steps toward achieving it. 

In this episode

03:57 Rule 1: Base Your Schedule on Your Energy

06:30 Rule 2: Have Strict Boundaries

07:41 Rule 3: Prepare to Fail

08:24 Rule 4: Be Transparent, Authentic, and Have Fun

09:22 Rule 5: Go For It

09:53 Rule 6: Celebrate the Little Wins

12:28 Rule 7: Do the Inner Work

14:13 Rule 8: Validate Your Product Ideas

17:49 Rule 9: Be the Best at What You Do

20:29 Rule 10: Stick to Your Plan

Quotes:

•  ” Since I have changed my schedule to four hour workdays,  I have five times  my income.” [07:17]
•  “ Be the best at what you do. I'm just going to say that again in case you didn't hear me be the best at what you do,  not what anyone else does.” [18:00] 

Connect with Missy

·         missybunch.com.

·         Instagram: @missybunch15.

·         Instagram: @themovementmentality

·         Watch this episode on YouTube: @TheMovementMentality

About Missy

Missy is a multi-certified movement therapist who has been educating and coaching for over 14 years.As a young professional dancer, she battled many injuries over her career and one day she found someone who studied neurology (the study of the brain and nervous system). After one session with this person, her 4-year knee pain was completely gone. She knew she wanted to teach this approach to the world.

The importance of brain function and using the nervous system to rapidly “debug” movement patterns, decrease pain, and increase performance, has led her to teach and create lightning-fast improvements with people from all walks of life. Her specialties include injury prevention, injury rehabilitation, joint mobility, and decreasing pain, holistically.

The Movement Mentality Podcast

with Missy Bunch

Ep. 9 - How I deal with unkind comments

Hey, everyone! Welcome to the Movement Mentality Podcast. In this episode Missy shares her personal experiences and insights on handling negative and hurtful comments on social media. Drawing from two key examples, Missy highlights how even positive, non-controversial content can attract criticism and offers practical advice on how to prepare for and manage these inevitable online challenges. With a focus on authenticity and self-expression, Missy encourages listeners to remain true to themselves while developing strategies to block and bless those who spread negativity.

In this Episode:

·       00:00 Welcome to the Movement Mentality Podcast

·       00:37 Catching Up and Personal Updates

·       01:32 Dealing with Online Trolls: Personal Stories

·       07:54 Lessons from a Micro Bakery

·       13:21 Strategies for Handling Negative Comments

·       19:43 Final Thoughts and Upcoming Episodes

Quotes:

•  ”You could be the ripest, juiciest peach, but there's always someone who hates peaches.” [07:05]
•  ”This is why social media is not healthy, like you're not supposed to feel that range of emotions in like a 20 second time span.” [11:50]
• “ Someone's gonna say something, okay? So, take your pick. If you're gonna be disliked no matter what,  you might as well go for it and be your fully expressed self.” [20:30] 

Connect with Missy

·         missybunch.com.

·         Instagram: @missybunch15.

·         Instagram: @themovementmentality

·         Watch this episode on YouTube: @TheMovementMentality

About Missy

Missy is a multi-certified movement therapist who has been educating and coaching for over 14 years.

As a young professional dancer, she battled many injuries over her career and one day she found someone who studied neurology (the study of the brain and nervous system). After one session with this person, her 4-year knee pain was completely gone. She knew she wanted to teach this approach to the world.

The importance of brain function and using the nervous system to rapidly “debug” movement patterns, decrease pain, and increase performance, has led her to teach and create lightning-fast improvements with people from all walks of life. Her specialties include injury prevention, injury rehabilitation, joint mobility, and decreasing pain, holistically.

The Movement Mentality Podcast

with Missy Bunch

Episode 08: Transform Your Relationship with Marketing

Hey, everyone! Welcome to the Movement Mentality Podcast. In today’s episode, I talk about how to change your relationship with marketing, persevering through the ‘no’s, understanding your value, how to make money while making an impact, and starting with what you already know.

In this Episode:

• [01:44] What is marketing?
• [02:38] Changing my relationship to marketing.
• [10:55] Everybody needs you.
• [12:24] It’s their loss if they don’t listen.
• [14:42] Make money while making an impact.
• [18:51] A quick recap.
• [20:11] Teach everything you know.

Quotes:

• “If you don’t know how to sell yourself, you are hurting people.” [03:46]
• “Marketing is the act of satisfying and retaining customers.” [19:15]

Connect with Missy

·         missybunch.com.

·         Instagram: @missybunch15.

·         Instagram: @themovementmentality

·         Watch this episode on YouTube: @TheMovementMentality

About Missy

Missy is a multi-certified movement therapist who has been educating and coaching for over 14 years.

As a young professional dancer, she battled many injuries over her career and one day she found someone who studied neurology (the study of the brain and nervous system). After one session with this person, her 4-year knee pain was completely gone. She knew she wanted to teach this approach to the world.

The importance of brain function and using the nervous system to rapidly “debug” movement patterns, decrease pain, and increase performance, has led her to teach and create lightning-fast improvements with people from all walks of life. Her specialties include injury prevention, injury rehabilitation, joint mobility, and decreasing pain, holistically.

The Movement Mentality Podcast

with Missy Bunch

Episode 07: Reconnecting and Reflecting: A Heartfelt Conversation

Hey, everyone! Welcome to the Movement Mentality Podcast. In today’s episode, I’m joined by Anna Hartman to talk about the crazy story of our friendship, learning to have the difficult conversations, the different manifestations of grief, holding space for Anna’s mom, and allowing ourselves to let go of societal expectations.

In this Episode:

• [01:44] A bit about Anna.
• [10:04] Our shared trauma experiences.
• [16:46] Loving seafood.
• [18:03] Reflecting on our memories.
• [35:00] The sacred final moments.
• [37:17] Destigmatizing death.
• [47:55] A different kind of grief.
• [50:18] The waves of grief.
• [51:35] The story of Anna’s mom.
• [57:30] Anna’s message to her younger self.

Quotes:

• “Days with your loved ones are numbered. Make the most of them.” [26:36]
• “You’ve got to ask your parents what they want.” [35:28]
• “From the moment we are born, we are all marching towards that end.” [37:32]
• “There’s so much more to you than how you look.” [58:01]

Connect with Missy

·         missybunch.com.

·         Instagram: @missybunch15.

·         Instagram: @themovementmentality

·         Watch this episode on YouTube: @TheMovementMentality

Connect with Anna

·       www.movementrev.com.

·       Instagram: @movementrev.

About Anna

Anna Hartman AT, MS, ATC, CSCS(R), PMA-CPT(R), is an Athletic Trainer with 16 years of experience working with athletes in the NFL, MLB, NBA, USTA, WTA, PGA, LPGA, NHL, MLS, and Olympics. Anna is also a PMA-Certified Pilates Teacher, comprehensively trained in Polestar Pilates, has completed a 200hr Vinyasa Yoga training, and is an NSCA-Certified Strength and Conditioning Coach.

For the past 5 years, Anna has been studying and practicing The Barral Institute’s Visceral, Neural, Vascular, and Articular Manipulation techniques for assessment and manual therapy, as well as exploring the integration of osteopathic philosophies within her movement, rehabilitation, and performance methods.

As an athletic training professional, she’s presented at world-class conferences, such as the National Athletic Trainers Association Annual Symposium, and has been featured on big-name fitness sites, including USA Today Sports, Women’s Running, and ESPN.

About Missy

Missy is a multi-certified movement therapist who has been educating and coaching for over 14 years.

As a young professional dancer, she battled many injuries over her career and one day she found someone who studied neurology (the study of the brain and nervous system). After one session with this person, her 4-year knee pain was completely gone. She knew she wanted to teach this approach to the world.

The importance of brain function and using the nervous system to rapidly “debug” movement patterns, decrease pain, and increase performance, has led her to teach and create lightning-fast improvements with people from all walks of life. Her specialties include injury prevention, injury rehabilitation, joint mobility, and decreasing pain, holistically.

The Movement Mentality Podcast

with Missy Bunch

Episode 06: My Battle With Pink Measuring Tape! 

Hey, everyone! Welcome to the Movement Mentality Podcast. In today’s episode, I talk about my journey with self-image issues, embracing body changes, how parenting changed my perspective, and how to change harmful body image habits.

In this Episode:

• [01:31] The past 4 years of my life.
• [02:08] Parenthood.
• [05:54] Making a change.
• [09:12] Why it’s important.
• [14:34] Your weight is not your worth.
• [16:14] Affirmations.

Quotes:

• “The size of your clothes has no relation to your worth.” [15:24]

Connect with Missy

·         missybunch.com.

·         Instagram: @missybunch15.

·         Instagram: @themovementmentality

·         Watch this episode on YouTube: @TheMovementMentality

About Missy

Missy is a multi-certified movement therapist who has been educating and coaching for over 14 years.

As a young professional dancer, she battled many injuries over her career and one day she found someone who studied neurology (the study of the brain and nervous system). After one session with this person, her 4-year knee pain was completely gone. She knew she wanted to teach this approach to the world.

The importance of brain function and using the nervous system to rapidly “debug” movement patterns, decrease pain, and increase performance, has led her to teach and create lightning-fast improvements with people from all walks of life. Her specialties include injury prevention, injury rehabilitation, joint mobility, and decreasing pain, holistically.

In this episode of the Movement Mentality Podcast, host Missy Bunch welcomes Meghann to the show for an authentic conversation about personal journeys in health and wellness. Missy shares her desire to go beyond the typical 30-second bios found in many podcasts, emphasizing the importance of understanding the real stories behind movement professionals. Meghann opens up about her own experiences, discussing the challenges she faced and the practical strategies she used to overcome adversity, such as journaling and reaching out for support. This episode is a deep dive into the personal growth and resilience that often goes unnoticed in the wellness community. Tune in for insights that could inspire your own journey toward health and well-being.
 
 

Timestamps

[00:02:14] Movement methodologies for neurological conditions.

 [00:09:51] Passion for neuro rehabilitation.

[00:30:27] Authenticity in business communication.

[00:39:21] Importance of being present.

[00:48:10] Support in business and life.

[00:51:19] Online criticism and personal impact.
 
 

Quotes

• "I'm sick of not hearing the real story behind people's 30 second bios."
• "Talk is cheap. There's a lot of people talking about neuroplasticity. There's a lot of people talking about change, but no one's actually doing it."
• "You can be smart and funny. You don't have to choose."
• "I think people are afraid to talk about what they really need, right?"
• "I'd prefer you to like me. But if you don't, I'm going to move on."
• "Stay the course. Ride over those bumps."

 About Meghann Koppele Duffy

Meghann Koppele Duffy is a Kane School, Pilates Method Alliance (PMA®), and IM=X certified instructor since 2002 as well as a Certified Strength and Condition Specialist (CSCS) through the National Strength and Conditioning Association.

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 Meghann received her undergraduate degree in exercise science from the University of Scranton and a Master's degree in Applied Physiology from Columbia University. After completing her Master's degree, Meghann opened a Pilates studio in Hoboken, New Jersey, where she worked with clients with a variety of conditions including severe back pain, sports injuries, multiple sclerosis, and pre- and postnatal clients. She also worked with clients who simply want better fitness or to achieve their weight loss goals. After five years running a studio, Meghann decided to sell her business and move to the beach to refocus on her first love of teaching and helping others.
 
Since 2004, Meghann has dedicated her career to improving the lives of people living with neurological conditions and educating others to change the way they work with people with neurological conditions.

 Connect with Meghann

·         https://www.koppelemethod.com/

·         Instagram: megkoppeleduffy

 Connect with Missy

·         missybunch.com.

·         Instagram: @missybunch15.

·         Instagram: @themovementmentality

·         Watch this episode on YouTube: @TheMovementMentality

Beyond Awareness: The Journey Through Trauma and Transformation

 Hey, everyone! Welcome to the Movement Mentality Podcast. In today’s episode, Dr. Perry Nickelston joins the show to talk about the nature of pain, overcoming trauma, reframing meaning, taking steps towards lasting change, using the power of words to make a difference, and finding ways to climb out of the quicksand moments in life.

In this Episode:

• [00:59] About Dr. Perry.
• [13:48] The quicksand moments.
• [18:54] When you’re ready.
• [23:40] The answer to chronic pain.
• [33:16] The first step out of the quicksand.
• [43:15] The brain’s protective patterns.
• [48:39] Dealing with guilt and powerlessness.
• [52:17] The power of words.
• [61:19] How you treat people.
• [62:45] Visualising healing.
• [67:11] Knowing when to make a change.
• [69:21] Block and bless.
• [75:58] Social media and the body.
• [76:56] Dr. Perry’s advice to his younger self.
• [79:19] Dr. Perry’s advice to his sons.

Quotes:

• “You have to think for yourself.” [24:42]
• “There’s no cure for pain.” [50:08]
• “Words are neurological events.” [52:34]
• “Dance like there’s nobody watching.” [77:05]

Connect with Dr. Perry

·       www.stopchasingpain.com.

·       Instagram: @stopchasingpain.

Connect with Missy

·       missybunch.com.

·       Instagram: @missybunch15.

·       Instagram: @themovementmentality

·       Watch this episode on YouTube: @TheMovementMentality

About Dr. Perry

Dr. Perry Nickelston, DC is a Chiropractic Physician with a primary focus on treating chronic pain and inflammation via the lymphatic and vascular systems. He specializes in Performance Enhancement, Corrective Exercise, and Metabolic Fitness Nutrition, and is trained by The American College of Addictionology and Compulsive Disorders. He is an expert in myofascial, orthopedic, medical, and trigger point soft tissue therapy.

He is the Owner of Stop Chasing Pain, LLC, an International Speaker and Educator, and the author of Stop Chasing Pain: A Vital Guide To Healing Your Body, Moving Well, And Gaining Control Of Your Life.

About Missy

Missy is a multi-certified movement therapist who has been educating and coaching for over 14 years.

As a young professional dancer, she battled many injuries over her career and one day she found someone who studied neurology (the study of the brain and nervous system). After one session with this person, her 4-year knee pain was completely gone. She knew she wanted to teach this approach to the world.

The importance of brain function and using the nervous system to rapidly “debug” movement patterns, decrease pain, and increase performance, has led her to teach and create lightning-fast improvements with people from all walks of life. Her specialties include injury prevention, injury rehabilitation, joint mobility, and decreasing pain, holistically.