Movement should be about finding and doing what YOU love. Not what you think you ‘should’ be doing!
Welcome to Meant to Move, a podcast dedicated to guiding you towards a holistic approach to health and wellness. A podcast where movement is medicine, and we hold space for you to be the best, worst, happiest and saddest versions of yourself without judgement.
Hosted by Vanessa Leone, a passionate and innovative Movement Therapist and Expert Generalist, this weekly podcast is designed to help you master your body, pain, injury, and illness through slow and steady, meaningful changes.
If you're over the age of 35 and frustrated with the conventional wellness status quo, struggling and bored with the exercise and movement options you have access to, then this podcast is for you. Each episode explores the world of movement therapy, mind-body therapy, and holistic wellness, offering practical tips and inspiring stories to help you integrate mindful movement into your daily life.
From pain management and stress reduction to mood improvement and physical fitness, Vanessa and her plethora of expert guests will explore various therapeutic approaches such as somatic breathwork, alternative movement, group exercise and every imaginable way to find YOUR joy in movement.
She also debunks common fitness and wellness myths and provides guidance on finding the right movement therapist for your needs.
Join Vanessa as she hosts expert interviews, personal stories, and listener Q&A sessions that will help you develop a deeper body awareness, foster a loving relationship with your body and ultimately discover what makes your body and mind SHINE.
Whether you're seeking natural health solutions or looking to enhance your cognitive health, Meant to Move is your journey towards a healthier, more balanced life.
Subscribe now and start your path to wellness, one slow and steady step at a time. Let's move towards a better life, together.
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Movement should be about finding and doing what YOU love. Not what you think you ‘should’ be doing!
Welcome to Meant to Move, a podcast dedicated to guiding you towards a holistic approach to health and wellness. A podcast where movement is medicine, and we hold space for you to be the best, worst, happiest and saddest versions of yourself without judgement.
Hosted by Vanessa Leone, a passionate and innovative Movement Therapist and Expert Generalist, this weekly podcast is designed to help you master your body, pain, injury, and illness through slow and steady, meaningful changes.
If you're over the age of 35 and frustrated with the conventional wellness status quo, struggling and bored with the exercise and movement options you have access to, then this podcast is for you. Each episode explores the world of movement therapy, mind-body therapy, and holistic wellness, offering practical tips and inspiring stories to help you integrate mindful movement into your daily life.
From pain management and stress reduction to mood improvement and physical fitness, Vanessa and her plethora of expert guests will explore various therapeutic approaches such as somatic breathwork, alternative movement, group exercise and every imaginable way to find YOUR joy in movement.
She also debunks common fitness and wellness myths and provides guidance on finding the right movement therapist for your needs.
Join Vanessa as she hosts expert interviews, personal stories, and listener Q&A sessions that will help you develop a deeper body awareness, foster a loving relationship with your body and ultimately discover what makes your body and mind SHINE.
Whether you're seeking natural health solutions or looking to enhance your cognitive health, Meant to Move is your journey towards a healthier, more balanced life.
Subscribe now and start your path to wellness, one slow and steady step at a time. Let's move towards a better life, together.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In this conversation, Vanessa and her partner discuss practical cooking hacks, the importance of understanding recipes and their nutritional value, and how to enhance meals with vegetables and fibre. They emphasize the significance of meal planning to reduce decision fatigue and explore the concept of comfort food, balancing indulgence with nutrition. The discussion also covers practical cooking tips, the value of cookbooks and free resources, and the importance of flavour experimentation in cooking. Personal connections to food and the joy of cooking are highlighted, along with final thoughts on enjoying meals and the cooking process.
You’ll learn about:
Utilize free resources like magazines for recipes: Don't be afraid to modify recipes to suit your needs.
Understand the nutritional value of recipes you follow: Incorporate more vegetables and fibre into meals.
Meal planning can help reduce decision fatigue.
Cooking can be a way to connect with memories and emotions.
Don't hesitate to try new recipes and learn from failures: Experiment with flavors and ingredients
Our Favourite quotable moments:
"Cooking can be a way to show love." - Michael
"Don't be afraid to go off recipe." - Michael
"Turn off the TV and enjoy your meal." - Michael
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About our guest Michael Fisher:
Michael is Vanessa’s partner and shares her ethos of being better. Michael is passionate about food, coffee and the English Premier League club, Arsenal. Michael has been a natural bodybuilder since the age of 21. Michael is an enthusiastic and accomplished home cook and is meticulous and disciplined in the way he plans meals with a balanced approach that is focused on nutritional value, and adequate protein and fibre that all contributes to sustainable and healthy habits, as well as enjoyment of food. Michael emphasises the important role of gut health in overall well being.
Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/mfisher1410/
Vanessa holds a BSc in Sports Science and brings nearly 20 years of experience in the fitness industry. As a respected Movement Therapist, she combines scientific and holistic approaches to deliver high-quality training for both individuals and groups. Driven by a passion for learning and improvement, Vanessa's mission as an expert generalist is to help others find betterment in their lives. Vanessa trains clients and fitness professionals across Australia, consults for Technogym, and is an accomplished presenter at International Fitness Conferences. Her guiding ethos is simple: do things BETTER!
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