Meant to Move
Meant to Move
Podcast Description
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.
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Content Themes
The podcast focuses on movement therapy, mind-body therapy, and holistic wellness, with topics ranging from pain management and emotional health to cognitive improvement. Episodes feature discussions about the benefits of specific practices like somatic breathwork and Animal Flow, as well as debunking fitness myths and providing practical guidance on finding suitable movement therapists.
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.
Harnessing Resilience: A Conversation with Bart Walsh on Overcoming Challenges and Building Inner Strength
In this episode, Vanessa Leone hosts motivational speaker Bart Walsh to explore the profound concept of resilience — what it truly means, how to develop it, and why it is essential for overcoming life’s challenges. Bart shares his personal journey, insights into mental toughness, and practical strategies to foster resilience in ourselves and others, whether in fitness, work, or life.
Main Topics Covered:
- The nature of resilience: What it is and what it isn’t
- The importance of owning problems and dropping the victim mentality
- Strategies to build resilience: Mirror exercises and journaling techniques
- How resilience applies to workplace challenges and leadership
- The role of play, vulnerability, and creativity in strengthening mental health
- Overcoming fear of looking silly and embracing vulnerability as a pathway to resilience
- Personal stories of overcoming cancer and the significance of ownership and self-awareness
- The connection between movement, physical health, and mental resilience
- The transformative power of forgiveness, love, and kindness
- Practical advice for integrating resilience into daily life
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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!
Remember: Resilience is built through daily actions, vulnerability, and ownership of your journey. Embrace the discomfort, and you’ll uncover your true strength.
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