By Sue McCarroll
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In this episode, I interview Mari Bartram, a comprehensively certified classical Pilates teacher, about her Pilates teacher training experience. Mari shares the extensive process she went through to become certified, including observing classes, taking classes, watching videos, and completing test outs. We discuss the benefits of Pilates for everyone, not just dancers, including improved core control, strength, posture, and balance. Mari emphasizes the importance of continuing to learn and grow as a Pilates teacher and the supportive and welcoming environment at Opal Wellness Studio. We encourage listeners to try Pilates and consider becoming a Pilates teacher!
Keywords:
Pilates, teacher training, certification, benefits, core control, strength, posture, balance, learning, supportive environment
Takeaways:
• Pilates teacher training is an extensive process that involves observing classes, taking classes, watching videos, and completing test outs.
• Pilates offers numerous benefits for everyone, including improved core control, strength, posture, and balance.
• Continuing to learn and grow as a Pilates teacher is essential for becoming an excellent teacher.
• Opal Wellness Studio provides a supportive and welcoming environment for clients and teachers.
• Doing Pilates and becoming a Pilates teacher can be life-changing experiences.
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction and Mary's Pilates Teacher Training
05:22 The Extensive Process of Becoming a Certified Pilates Teacher
08:32 The Benefits of Pilates for Everyone
12:14 Why Consider Becoming a Pilates Teacher
18:26 Continuing to Learn and Grow as a Pilates Teacher
23:13 Creating a Supportive and Welcoming Environment at Opal Wellness Studio
26:02 Conclusion and Encouragement to Try Pilates
Meet your host:
Sue McCarroll is the founder of Opal Wellness Studio. Sue has a unique style of coaching women to increase self-care, self-compassion, navigate busy mom life and nourish their bodies mentally, emotionally, and physically. She is is a holistic health coach, Pilates teacher, business owner and mom who gave up diet-culture beliefs to live a lifestyle full of clarity and vitality!
You can learn more about Sue on Instagram
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In this episode, I interview two dancers who have experienced the benefits of Pilates. Ashley and Bess share their journey with Pilates and how it has helped them in their dancing. They discuss the importance of finding your center, improving back strength, gaining body awareness, and understanding body mechanics. They also talk about their favorite Pilates exercises and offer tips for finding a good Pilates teacher. Overall, Pilates has been a transformative practice for both dancers, helping them improve their technique and prevent injuries.
Keywords: Pilates, dancers, journey, center, back strength, body awareness, body mechanics, favorite exercises, finding a teacher
Takeaways:
• Pilates helps dancers find their center and improve their technique.
• Pilates is beneficial for strengthening the back and improving body awareness.
• Understanding body mechanics through Pilates can enhance dance performance.
• Favorite Pilates exercises include the sidekick series, shoulder bridge, and saw.
• Finding a Pilates teacher with a dance background can be beneficial for dancers.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background
01:37 The Journey with Pilates
02:59 Benefits of Pilates for Dancers
05:42 Understanding Body Mechanics through Pilates
08:11 Favorite Pilates Exercises
09:53 Misconceptions about Pilates
13:59 Tips for Finding a Good Pilates Teacher
16:01 Maturity and Growth in Pilates
18:49 Different Styles of Pilates
19:00 Closing Remarks
Meet your host:
Sue McCarroll is the founder of Opal Wellness Studio. Sue has a unique style of coaching women to increase self-care, self-compassion, navigate busy mom life and nourish their bodies mentally, emotionally, and physically. She is is a holistic health coach, Pilates teacher, business owner and mom who gave up diet-culture beliefs to live a lifestyle full of clarity and vitality!
You can learn more about Sue on Instagram
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n this episode, Sue interviews three dancers from the Rock School for Dance who are also Pilates enthusiasts. They discuss how Pilates has improved their lives as dancers and share their first experiences with Pilates. The dancers talk about the mind-body connection, the importance of core strength and alignment, and how Pilates helps them understand and apply corrections in ballet class. They also mention the benefits of using the reformer and the discipline required to consistently practice Pilates. The dancers encourage young dancers to embrace Pilates and emphasize the long-term benefits it brings to their dancing.
Keywords:
Pilates, dancers, Rock School for Dance, mind-body connection, core strength, alignment, corrections, reformer, discipline
Takeaways:
• Pilates helps dancers develop a strong mind-body connection and understand corrections in ballet class.
• Core strength and alignment are crucial for dancers, and Pilates helps improve these areas.
• Using the reformer in Pilates provides a unique and effective way to strengthen and align the body.
• Consistent practice and discipline are key to reaping the long-term benefits of Pilates.
• Young dancers should embrace Pilates as a valuable tool for improving their dancing.
Sound Bites:
"Even if you hate it, do it."
"Teasers get easier."
"Working with you guys at The Rock School has been such a joy for me."
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction and Background
02:09 First Experiences with Pilates
03:23 Pilates' Impact on Dancing
07:41 The Importance of Proper Pilates Instruction
10:12 Understanding Dance Corrections through Pilates
14:48 Desired Changes in Pilates Experience
18:26 Advice for Young Dancers
22:21 Closing Remarks
Meet your host:
Sue McCarroll is the founder of Opal Wellness Studio. Sue has a unique style of coaching women to increase self-care, self-compassion, navigate busy mom life and nourish their bodies mentally, emotionally, and physically. She is is a holistic health coach, Pilates teacher, business owner and mom who gave up diet-culture beliefs to live a lifestyle full of clarity and vitality!
You can learn more about Sue on Instagram
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In this episode, Sue receives the results of her hair analysis from Jennifer Wheeler. They discuss Sue's metabolic rate, adrenal status, mineral ratios, and heavy metal levels. Sue is a fast one, indicating a tendency towards fight or flight mode. Her sodium to potassium ratio is low, indicating a need for better glucose metabolism. Sue also has elevated levels of arsenic and mercury, possibly due to past amalgam fillings and exposure to rice and pesticides. Jennifer customizes a supplement blend to rebalance Sue's minerals and enhance her detoxification pathways.
Keywords:
hair analysis, metabolic rate, adrenal status, mineral ratios, heavy metals, sodium to potassium ratio, blood sugar, detoxification
Takeaways:
• Hair analysis provides valuable insights into metabolic rate, adrenal status, and mineral ratios.
• A fast metabolic rate indicates a tendency towards fight or flight mode.
• A low sodium to potassium ratio can affect glucose metabolism.
• Elevated levels of arsenic and mercury may be due to past amalgam fillings and exposure to rice and pesticides.
• Customized supplements can rebalance minerals and enhance detoxification pathways.
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction and Background
01:06 Understanding Metabolic Rate and Adrenal Status
05:01 The Importance of Mineral Ratios
08:11 Addressing Heavy Metal Levels
20:15 Customizing Supplements for Mineral Rebalancing and Detox Support
About Jennifer:
With 20+ years experience in the healthcare field, Jennifer is passionate about vibrant health, a calm nervous system and living with intention!
After suffering greatly through a major gut imbalance and nutritional deficiencies that affected her energy, weight, mood, relationships, home life and career, she knew she had to transform the way she “practiced medicine” and bring the transformative power of functional medicine to others in her community!
After infusing the comprehensive, functional medicine approach with nervous system restoration - she got her life back!
Jennifer created MNDSHFT Health, a functional health consulting practice as your home & community to dig deeper into your health journey so you can feel healthy, vibrant and pursue what is important to you in life!
She specializes in creating individualized transformation programs that combine science & soul. MNDSHFT Health empowers purpose-driven individuals to build mind-body resilience so they can excel in their passions and maintain peak performance, both physically and mentally. When her clients commit to their own transformative journey, they unlock their purpose, power and potential!
Website: https://jenniferwheeler.co/
Instagram: @jenniferwheeler.co
Meet your host:
Sue McCarroll is the founder of Opal Wellness Studio. Sue has a unique style of coaching women to increase self-care, self-compassion, navigate busy mom life and nourish their bodies mentally, emotionally, and physically. She is is a holistic health coach, Pilates teacher, business owner and mom who gave up diet-culture beliefs to live a lifestyle full of clarity and vitality!
You can learn more about Sue on Instagram
Thank you for listening! Please take a moment to subscribe and review. This supports the Well2You Podcast in reaching more people who need to be connected to these impactful conversations.
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Jennifer Wheeler of MindShift Health discusses her approach to cellular health optimization and nervous system restoration. She shares her frustration with the traditional medical model and the lack of time to address the root causes of patients' health issues. Jennifer explains the MBRx program, which combines functional lab testing with transformative breathwork to support the body's detoxification and optimize cellular health. She emphasizes the importance of choosing the hard of prioritizing health now rather than dealing with the consequences later. Jennifer also introduces the Reset Method of breathwork, which helps rewire the nervous system and supports mindset shifts.
Keywords: cellular health, nervous system restoration, functional medicine, functional lab testing, breathwork, detoxification, mindset shifts
Takeaways:
• Traditional medical models often lack the time to address the root causes of health issues.
• The MBRX program combines functional lab testing with transformative breathwork to optimize cellular health.
• Choosing the hard of prioritizing health now leads to a more fulfilling and energetic life.
• The Reset Method of breathwork helps rewire the nervous system and supports mindset shifts.
Sound Bites
"We all have these experiences in life that are challenging and hard."
"Breath work can absolutely support anybody."
"You don't have to make your health journey stressful or complicated."
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Jennifer Wheeler and MindShift Health
08:12 The MBRX Program: Combining Functional Lab Testing and Breathwork
19:05 Choosing the Hard: Prioritizing Health for a Fulfilling Life
26:22 The Reset Method: Rewiring the Nervous System through Breathwork
About Jennifer:
With 20+ years experience in the healthcare field, Jennifer is passionate about vibrant health, a calm nervous system and living with intention!
After suffering greatly through a major gut imbalance and nutritional deficiencies that affected her energy, weight, mood, relationships, home life and career, she knew she had to transform the way she “practiced medicine” and bring the transformative power of functional medicine to others in her community!
After infusing the comprehensive, functional medicine approach with nervous system restoration - she got her life back!
Jennifer created MNDSHFT Health, a functional health consulting practice as your home & community to dig deeper into your health journey so you can feel healthy, vibrant and pursue what is important to you in life!
She specializes in creating individualized transformation programs that combine science & soul. MNDSHFT Health empowers purpose-driven individuals to build mind-body resilience so they can excel in their passions and maintain peak performance, both physically and mentally. When her clients commit to their own transformative journey, they unlock their purpose, power and potential!
Meet your host:
Sue McCarroll is the founder of Opal Wellness Studio. Sue has a unique style of coaching women to increase self-care, self-compassion, navigate busy mom life and nourish their bodies mentally, emotionally, and physically. She is is a holistic health coach, Pilates teacher, business owner and mom who gave up diet-culture beliefs to live a lifestyle full of clarity and vitality!
You can learn more about Sue on Instagram
Thank you for listening! Please take a moment to subscribe and review. This supports the Well2You Podcast in reaching more people who need to be connected to these impactful conversations.
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In this episode, Sue discusses the concept of 'vacation pockets' - small windows of time where you can do something that makes you feel like you're on vacation, even if you're not. She shares examples of vacation pockets she created while traveling with her kids and offers tips on how to choose and incorporate vacation pockets into your schedule. Sue emphasizes the importance of doing something that makes you happy, fitting it into your schedule, and finding an easy button for it. She encourages listeners to make small choices to change their lives and highlights the upcoming three-part episode with Jennifer Wheeler.
Keywords: vacation pockets, relaxation, happiness, scheduling, easy button, small choices, wellness
Takeaways:
• Vacation pockets are small windows of time where you can do something that makes you feel like you're on vacation, even if you're not.
• Choose activities for your vacation pockets that make you happy and fit into your schedule.
• Look for an easy button - something that is easy and doable - for your vacation pockets.
• Making small choices and incorporating vacation pockets into your life can change the way you feel and improve your overall well-being.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background
04:49 Examples of Vacation Pockets
08:38 The Importance of the Easy Button
10:03 Creating Vacation Pockets at Home
11:02 Changing Your Life One Choice at a Time
16:41 Final Thoughts and Upcoming Episode
Meet your host:
Sue McCarroll is the founder of Opal Wellness Studio. Sue has a unique style of coaching women to increase self-care, self-compassion, navigate busy mom life and nourish their bodies mentally, emotionally, and physically. She is is a holistic health coach, Pilates teacher, business owner and mom who gave up diet-culture beliefs to live a lifestyle full of clarity and vitality!
You can learn more about Sue on Instagram
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In this episode, Sue discusses the challenges of staying healthy during the summer and provides tips and strategies for eating well. She emphasizes the importance of farmers markets and fresh, local produce, as well as the benefits of having a garden. Sue also recommends incorporating avocados, salads, cold soups, and smoothies into summer meals. When eating out, she suggests choosing veggie-centric dishes, ordering sauces on the side, and opting for seafood. Sue encourages listeners to follow the 80-20 rule and find enjoyment in making healthy choices while still indulging occasionally.
Keywords:
summer, eating healthy, farmers markets, fresh produce, garden, avocados, salads, cold soups, smoothies, eating out, 80-20 rule
Takeaways:
•Visit farmers markets and buy fresh, local produce for optimal nutrition.
•Consider starting a garden to grow your own fruits and vegetables.
•Incorporate avocados, salads, cold soups, and smoothies into your summer meals.
•When eating out, choose veggie-centric dishes, order sauces on the side, and opt for seafood.
•Follow the 80-20 rule, enjoying healthy choices while still indulging occasionally.
Chapters:
00:00
Introduction and Solo Episode
03:20
Finding Vacation Pockets
06:38
Eating Avocados and Keeping it Simple
09:02
Cold Soups and Prepared Salads
11:20
Making Healthy Choices When Eating Out
16:30
Maintaining Healthy Habits During Travel
Meet your host:
Sue McCarroll is the founder of Opal Wellness Studio. Sue has a unique style of coaching women to increase self-care, self-compassion, navigate busy mom life and nourish their bodies mentally, emotionally, and physically. She is is a holistic health coach, Pilates teacher, business owner and mom who gave up diet-culture beliefs to live a lifestyle full of clarity and vitality!
You can learn more about Sue on Instagram
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In this episode, Dr. Deborah Brown and I discuss the evolution of modern partnerships and the challenges that come with it. We explore the changing dynamics of marriage, the high divorce rates, and the importance of understanding whether the problems lie within the relationship or with the individuals involved. We also touch on the impact of gender roles, the need for equality and sharing in relationships, and the significance of forecasting and setting priorities together.
In this conversation, Deborah and I discuss the challenges and obstacles that can arise in relationships and how to overcome them. Deborah shares the importance of open communication, transparency, and sharing responsibilities as well as the need for praise and recognition in relationships and the power of listening. We leave you with the idea that partnerships are about sharing and connecting with another person, and that by working together, couples can create a healthy and fulfilling relationship.
Keywords: modern partnerships, evolving relationships, marriage, divorce rates, gender roles, equality, sharing, forecasting, priorities, relationships, communication, transparency, sharing responsibilities, praise, recognition, listening, partnerships
Takeaways:
•The most important decision in life is who you choose to partner with.
•Equality and sharing are crucial values in modern relationships.
•Unmet needs and unmet expectations are often the cause of relationship problems.
•Open communication and discussing priorities are essential for a successful partnership.
•Understanding and challenging traditional gender roles can lead to a more equal and fulfilling relationship. Open communication and transparency are key in overcoming challenges in relationships.
•Sharing responsibilities and recognizing each other's efforts can strengthen the partnership.
•Praise and recognition for positive changes can encourage growth and improvement in the relationship.
•Active listening is essential for effective communication and understanding.
•Partnerships are about sharing and connecting with another person, and working together can create a healthy and fulfilling relationship.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Getting to Know Dr. Deborah Brown
02:55 The Evolution of Modern Partnerships
11:18 Understanding Unmet Needs and Expectations
26:11 The Challenges of Forecasting and Setting Priorities
31:46 Challenging Traditional Gender Roles in Relationships
32:16 Introduction
33:28 Obstacles in Relationships
37:13 Fear of Reactions and Anger
38:10 Changing Gender Roles
42:14 Overcoming Challenges in Relationships
47:42 Creating a Healthy Partnership
53:01 The Power of Listening
56:26 Conclusion
Meet your host:
Sue McCarroll is the founder of Opal Wellness Studio. Sue has a unique style of coaching women to increase self-care, self-compassion, navigate busy mom life and nourish their bodies mentally, emotionally, and physically. She is is a holistic health coach, Pilates teacher, business owner and mom who gave up diet-culture beliefs to live a lifestyle full of clarity and vitality!
You can learn more about Sue on Instagram
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Sue shares her personal experience with mold toxicity syndrome and the positive impact of using an infrared sauna with red light therapy. She discusses the symptoms she experienced, the benefits of the sauna, and her commitment to using it for 30 days. She also highlights the specific improvements she noticed in her health and well-being.
Keywords:
infrared sauna, red light therapy, mold toxicity syndrome, detoxification, mental performance, physical performance, skin rejuvenation, immunity boosting, pain relief, weight loss, longevity, stress reduction
Takeaways:
• Personal experience with mold toxicity syndrome and the use of infrared sauna
• Benefits of infrared sauna and red light therapy for detoxification and overall health
• Commitment to using the sauna for 30 days and the specific improvements noticed
• The calming and relaxing effects of the sauna on mental and physical well-being
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction and Commitment to Infrared Sauna
02:21 Understanding Mold Toxicity Syndrome and Sauna Benefits
10:15 Detoxification and Health Benefits of Infrared Sauna
Meet your host:
Sue McCarroll is the founder of Opal Wellness Studio. Sue has a unique style of coaching women to increase self-care, self-compassion, navigate busy mom life and nourish their bodies mentally, emotionally, and physically. She is is a holistic health coach, Pilates teacher, business owner and mom who gave up diet-culture beliefs to live a lifestyle full of clarity and vitality!
You can learn more about Sue on Instagram
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Erica Siciliano is a former corporate beauty executive turned energy life coach where her client base is high performers who are feeling stuck. She works in partnership with clients who desire a unique way to develop the tools they need to level up and unblock what is holding them back from discovering and being who they really are and achieving more than they can currently imagine.
She utilizes her 25 years in New York City corporate experience to support her Client’s growth when the session topics straddle both professional and personal life.
Summary: In this episode, life coach Erica Siciliano discusses how high performers can achieve energetic alignment and balance in their lives. She explains that high performers often find themselves on a never-ending treadmill, and she helps them break free from this cycle. Erica emphasizes the importance of shifting from familiar behaviors that have led to success to unfamiliar behaviors that align with desired feelings and outcomes. She also introduces the concept of the seven levels of energy and how understanding these levels can help individuals navigate their personal and professional lives more effectively. Erica provides practical tips for listeners to shift their energy and create a more intentional and balanced life.
Keywords: high performers, energetic alignment, balance, familiar behavior, unfamiliar behavior, energy levels
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Meet your host:
Sue McCarroll is the founder of Opal Wellness Studio. Sue has a unique style of coaching women to increase self-care, self-compassion, navigate busy mom life and nourish their bodies mentally, emotionally, and physically. She is is a holistic health coach, Pilates teacher, business owner and mom who gave up diet-culture beliefs to live a lifestyle full of clarity and vitality!
You can learn more about Sue on Instagram
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