#319 How to Fall in Love with Exercise Again with Katy Bowman and Dr. Diana Hill

This week I sit down with Katy Bowman and Dr. Diana Hill as they shatter conventional exercise wisdom and unveil the psychological forces keeping you from moving your body. This eye-opening conversation reveals how our society's toxic relationship with fitness sabotages our wellbeing, while offering a revolutionary approach to movement that prioritizes joy over aesthetics. Learn why community support is the secret ingredient missing from most fitness journeys, discover how to identify your unique movement motivations, and walk away with practical strategies to transform physical activity from a dreaded chore into a sustainable, fulfilling practice that nourishes both body and mind.

CHAPTERS

00:00 The Journey of Movement and Motivation

03:00 Understanding Psychological Barriers to Exercise

05:58 The Role of Environment in Movement

08:50 Reframing Our Relationship with Movement

11:47 Exploring Personal Motivations for Movement

15:08 The Importance of Community in Movement

17:58 Breaking Down the Myths of Exercise

20:57 The Connection Between Movement and Well-being

23:51 Empowering Women to Embrace Movement

31:59 The Evolution of Movement and Its Meaning

35:09 Psychological Barriers to Movement

40:39 Finding Movement in a Busy Life

45:32 Understanding Urges and Mindfulness

49:23 Identifying Your Movement Why

54:04 Connecting Movement to Spirituality

01:00:08 The Balance of Structure and Freedom in Movement

01:07:52 The Importance of Vitamin D and Ritual Multivitamins

01:09:37 Understanding Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

01:10:57 Exploring Psychological Flexibility and Movement

01:12:41 Addressing Unique Barriers to Movement

01:13:02 The Role of Acceptance in Overcoming Challenges

01:15:23 Navigating Personal Reasons for Movement

01:16:34 The Impact of Trauma on Movement

01:25:40 Technology as a Barrier and Tool for Movement

01:31:15 Collective Mental Health vs. Individual Mental Health

01:36:29 The Importance of Collective Wellness

01:40:03 Navigating Relationships and Personal Growth

01:42:07 Acceptance and Commitment in Movement

01:45:35 Motivational Strategies for Change

01:50:52 Hope and Integration in Modern Life

01:56:35 Learning Through Collaboration and Compassion

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