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In this episode, Nikki chats with Pilates teacher, fitness trainer, and wellness coach Tasha Edwards, M.S. about what it means to be empowered in fitness and life and the issues with the lack of diversity and representation in the Pilates industry. They discuss: How to find grace for yourself when you are injured or your body isn't where you want it to be The difference between acceptance and complacency The power of showing up as you are instead of projecting an image of who you think you should be The recent resignation of the four Black board members from the Pilates Method Alliance and where we might want to go as an industry To connect with Tasha, visit her website hiphealthychick.com or follow her on Instagram at @hiphealthychick.

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. Finally visit themovementshop.com/fishnets to shop sassy size inclusive Pilates, fitness, and yoga tees.

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. Please note, some of the links on this page are affiliate links and I may get a small kickback if you purchase anything through them at no additional cost to you.

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. Sponsor Links: Shop size inclusive Pilates + fitness tees at themovementshop.com/fishnets. Use coupon code FISHNETS for 10% off your order.

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 hello@naablevy.com

Earth is canceled. Upside is down. We're all at home. On this episode, I invited a few of my Pilates and fitness friends to discuss the only thing any of us are paying attention to right now, which is Love is Blind. This is 100% unedited and random AF, but a lot of fun. If you like it, please tell me. If you don't, I'm sorry, but it'll be back when we discuss the Bachelor or that truly wild Tiger show. #notsorry Connect with Misty Cauthen on IG @drgnfly906 or at https://www.dragonflypilates.com/ Connect with Kayleigh Miller on IG @kayleighmm or at http://www.musicianshealthcollective.com/ Connect with Peter Baker on IG @peterdbaker or at http://peterdbaker.com/.

In this episode, Nikki chats with manual therapist and yoga teacher Isidora Romantini about how addiction and self-destructive behaviors intersect with yoga and wellness culture. They discuss: - Isidora's experience with addiction and how the process of recovery shifted her perspective of movement and informs how she works with students - How even people with addictions or disorders will often use "healthy behaviors" in an unhealthy way as a coping mechanism - How our culture and social media affects our behaviors, goals, and sense of self - Why compassion and tolerance are often the missing pieces in this equation of helping ourselves and our students feel better on and off the mat About Isidora: I started practicing yoga 13 years ago because I was told it would help my physical performance. I reluctantly started, and in the beginning always skipped Savasana because it was "boring". After sticking with it, although I was still active in my addiction to alcohol, I found that it started to offer more than just the physical practice. Yoga gave me more than my other movement practices could ever give me. It quieted and woke me at the same time, becoming one of the catalysts towards my recovery. Today, as a Registered Massage Therapist of 12 years, Yoga and Pilates Teacher for 8 years, I own a studio and run Teacher Trainings with the goal of sharing my knowledge of the body, cultivating teachers and students who think for themselves. I encourage those who wish to practice and teach to feel empowered and take the practice where it needs to go for them, in the present. Being of service is where I need to be. To connect with Isidora, visit www.modernyogamethod.com or say hello on instagram @isidora_of_stouffvilleyogalife.