The Balanced Life

July is here and that means it is time to have some fun. Every July we break out of our routines, let go, and focus on play. This year we have a special guest to join us and guide us as we play. Kara Latta is the Chief Fun Officer at The Playful Warrior and today we chat about the positive impact that play has on our mental and physical health. We’ll learn about the neuroscience behind incorporating play into our daily routine and you’ll discover how you can incorporate fun into your life each day. Make sure to stick around until the end of the episode to hear how you can join all of us at Lindywell for a play-filled workshop. You will want to hear this episode if you are interested in... Resources & People Mentioned Register here Connect with Kara Latta The Playful Warrior@ThePlayfulWarrior Follow Lindywell FacebookInstagram Subscribe to The Balanced Life

If you have been trying to incorporate more exercise into your life you know exactly how challenging it can be to build the habit. Our habits make us who we are, so it’s important to intentionally cultivate good habits. Our guest today is Sandra Chuma, a coach and certified habit-building expert. In this episode, she answers some of the most frequent questions I get surrounding habits: how to create habits that stick, how to break bad habits, and how many habits we should work on building at once. Sandra provides us with a number of practical tips that we can implement today. Press play to discover her wealth of inspiration and knowledge. You will want to hear this episode if you are interested in... Resources & People Mentioned Are your habits helping or hurting you? with Sandra ChumaAtomic HabitsTiny HabitsLove Yourself Like Your Life Depends on ItBJ Fogg Connect with Sandra Chuma SandraChuma.comIAmWorthy.com@Sandra.Chuma Follow Lindywell FacebookInstagram Subscribe to The Balanced Life

Changing seasons in life call for different kinds of workouts and changes in wellness routines. At Lindywell, we’re all about honoring the season you're in, meeting your body where it is, and adjusting as necessary. My season of life is changing which is why I want to share what I'm currently doing in my workouts, what has changed, what I'm loving, what I’m struggling with, and everything in between. If you would like an honest look at where I am in my wellness journey, press play. You will want to hear this episode if you are interested in... Resources & People Mentioned Lindywell Resistance BandsLindywell Hand Weights Follow Lindywell FacebookInstagram Join Lindywell Try us out free for 14 days Subscribe to The Balanced Life

If you are at a place in your life where you would like to incorporate healthier habits into your daily routine or let go of some habits that are holding you back from becoming the healthiest version of yourself then you won’t want to miss this episode. In this episode, you’ll learn how to make a plan to implement new habits, how to use habit stacking to build on existing habits, and how habits can help you create a new identity. If you are ready to change your life by building new habits press play now. You will want to hear this episode if you are interested in... Resources & People Mentioned Atomic HabitsTiny Habits The 5-Minute Journal Follow Lindywell FacebookInstagram

Jessica Thiefels knows a thing or two about body image issues. As a former personal trainer, she hasn’t always had the best relationship with exercise or her body image. She has worked hard over the past few years to uncover her negative thought patterns and create a healthier relationship with eating and exercise. On this episode, you’ll hear about Jessica’s journey and how after just one month with Lindywell she has transformed her relationship with exercise by shifting her mindset. Don’t miss out on hearing about Jessica’s transformation. You will want to hear this episode if you are interested in... Resources & People Mentioned The Surprising Pilates Transformation of a Former Personal Trainer Connect with Jessica Thiefels @JessicaThiefelsJessica’s LinkTree Follow Lindywell FacebookInstagram Join Lindywell Check out your FREE 14-day trial! Subscribe to The Balanced Life

Do your thoughts come racing at you as soon as you wake up? Oftentimes our minds run wild with the to-do list, reflections on previous conversations, or predictions about upcoming meetings. It’s no surprise that the average human processes 6200 thoughts per day. These constant racing thoughts can lead to anxiety, restlessness, and a general lack of peace without us even becoming aware of it. That’s where mindfulness comes in. Performing acts of mindfulness can help ease a full mind by simply becoming more aware of the present moment. On this episode of The Balanced Life podcast, you’ll learn how to become more mindful and less mind FULL. You will want to hear this episode if you are interested in... Resources & People Mentioned Mindful vs. Mindfull Follow Lindywell FacebookInstagram Subscribe to The Balanced Life

If you have been enjoying Kiesha's breathwork practices in the Lindywell app, you won’t want to miss Lindywell’s newest offering: Exhale Hour. Exhale Hour is created just for you. It is a time to set aside for yourself, a space where you can reconnect with your body. During this break from the every day, you’ll learn how to breathe better and connect with your emotions, yourself, and your breath while supporting your nervous system. Listen to this episode as Lindywell’s own breathwork facilitator, Kiesha Yokers joins Robin to present the newest offering for the Lindywell community. You will want to hear this episode if you are interested in... Resources & People Mentioned Wim HofPranayama Connect with Keisha Yokers The Missing Ingredient in Your Wellness RoutineUsing Breathwork as a Path to Wellness with Kiesha Yokers Follow Lindywell FacebookInstagram Sign up for Exhale Hour Click here to reserve your spot! Join Lindywell Try Lindywell FREE for 14 days! Subscribe to The Balanced Life

Here at Lindywell, we strive for a progress over perfection approach because it is the best way to create lasting change. When starting a new wellness routine, it can be easy to take on the go big or go home mindset. However, studies have shown that small, incremental changes are the key to building long-term success. Listen to this episode to learn how to incorporate a progress over perfection approach and why it is so important to achieving lifetime wellness. Resources & People Mentioned James ClearAtomic HabitsTiny Habits Follow Lindywell FacebookInstagram Join Lindywell Check out our 14-day FREE trial! Subscribe to The Balanced Life

Today, Kiesha, Head of Breathwork and Somatic Programs at Lindywell, and I are taking a deep dive into incorporating breathwork into our wellness routines to reset our nervous systems into the parasympathetic state so that we can truly relax and rest our bodies. By the end of this episode, you may be so connected with your breath that you’ll already feel the calm enveloping you. If you are ready to harness the power of your nervous system and access your inner calm you can’t miss this episode. You will want to hear this episode if you are interested in... Resources & People Mentioned BreathWim Hof Connect with Kiesha Yokers Kiesha at LindywellUsing breathwork as a path to wellness with Kiesha YokersKieshaYokers.com Follow Lindywell FacebookInstagram Join Lindywell Unlock one free month of Lindywell Subscribe to The Balanced Life

Lindy Royer is my mentor and friend. She helped me begin my Pilates journey years ago. Lindy was the one who inspired me to become an instructor and then took a chance on me by hiring me for my first instructor role in her studio. As a seasoned Pilates instructor and physical therapist, Lindy brings a wealth of experience to this conversation. This is why she’s helping answer several questions from our members. In this episode, we discuss the role of flexibility in our lives, the best exercises for the lower back, and how to age well. You won’t want to miss out on hearing directly from Lindy’s expertise. Press play to listen. Resources & People Mentioned The Healing and Restorative Power of Pilates with Lindy RoyerThe National Osteoporosis Center Connect with Lindy Royer Lindy Royer at the Inner Matrix SystemLindy Royer at the Center for Movement Follow Lindywell FacebookInstagram Join Lindywell Start your free 14-day trial! Subscribe to The Balanced Life

There is so much misinformation about the abs, core, and the pelvic floor that people harbor many misconceptions about these areas. At the same time, the midsection is one of the most unloved parts of people’s bodies. People come to me all the time seeking ways to tone and slim down their midsection. In today’s episode of The Balanced Life podcast, I’ll clear up common misconceptions about abs, core, and the pelvic floor, you’ll learn the muscle groups that make up your core, what to do to tone your midsection, and what you can do about pelvic floor issues like pain and incontinence. So many people have been waiting for an episode on this subject, so don’t hesitate to click play and share with a friend. You will want to hear this episode if you are interested in... Resources & People Mentioned The Important Connection Between Breath and PostureMy pelvic floor workout on YouTubeWhat Is Pelvic Floor Dysfunction and Could You Have It? Follow Lindywell FacebookInstagram Join Lindywell Join with a 14-day free trial! Subscribe to The Balanced Life Audio Production and Show Notes by - PODCAST FAST TRACK

Navigating family mealtimes can be stressful. Everyone has their own ideas of what they want to eat. Kids can be selective, and families are often frazzled by the end of the day when dinner rolls around. Rachel Rothman helps families have less stress at mealtimes. She uses her extensive experience as a registered dietitian to work with families to alleviate food worries. Rachel and I had such an illuminating conversation that we had to split it into two parts. This is the second part of our insightful discussion. Join us to learn how to work through mealtime battles, how to handle teen food issues, how to approach vitamin deficiencies, and the answers to many more questions. You will want to hear this episode if you are interested in... Resources & People Mentioned That’s It barsKind BarsRX bar Connect with Rachel Rothman Nutrition In Bloom4 Steps to Help Your Child Try New Foods@Nutrition.In.BloomNutrition In Bloom Follow Lindywell FacebookInstagram Join Lindywell Sign up for 14 free days! Subscribe to The Balanced Life

We all want to help our kids cultivate a healthy relationship with food, but this can be easier said than done. Many of us are still repairing our own negative relationship with food. Add in changing nutrition data, emotional elements, and comments and advice from family and friends and this topic can become a minefield. To help us navigate this difficult, complex topic I’ve invited Rachel Rothman to share her expertise. Rachel is a registered dietitian and childhood nutrition expert with a background in food science. Our conversation isn’t solely focused on what to feed your kids (although we do touch on that), it encompasses navigating the challenges and stresses regarding picky eaters, mealtimes, and sugary snacks and desserts. Since it is such an expansive topic, we split the episode into two parts so that you can take time to reflect on what you learn. Make sure that you’re subscribed to the podcast so that you’ll know when the next episode publishes. You will want to hear this episode if you are interested in... Resources & People Mentioned Ellen Satter Connect with Rachel Rothman Nutrition in Bloom Follow Lindywell FacebookInstagram Join Lindywell Subscribe to The Balanced Life Audio Production and Show Notes by - PODCAST FAST TRACK

As we wrap up another year around the sun, many of us become reflective of the year that has passed while also looking forward to what lies ahead. Setting goals may be something that you are intuitively drawn to, or maybe it’s something that has you running the other way. Regardless of how you feel about goal setting, I encourage you to have a listen to see if you glean any actionable tips. In this episode, you’ll learn how to achieve a thriving mindset, how to set goals for each part of your life, how to break goals down into actionable steps, and how to keep your goals realistic and achievable. If you walk away with even one tip on how to make goal setting work for you then this episode will be a success. Resources & People Mentioned Power Sheets JournalAtomic Habits Follow Lindywell FacebookInstagram Subscribe to The Balanced Life Audio Production and Show Notes by - PODCAST FAST TRACK

So many of us are on the happiness treadmill. We believe we’ll be happy once we achieve our next goal since the traditional way of thinking about happiness is wrapped up in our accomplishments. This means we don’t make room for happiness while we’re on the journey of life or we get caught up in the day-to-day whirlwind of feelings and emotions. Stephanie Harrison from The New Happy has made it her life’s work to study the science of happiness and has created a new science-backed philosophy of happiness. Today she’ll share the difference between the emotion of happiness and creating a truly happy life, how caregivers can achieve happiness for themselves, and how she redefined happiness. This episode hit me at the right moment and I’m sure it will do the same for you. Press play to begin to reconsider your thoughts on happiness. Resources & People Mentioned Daily RitualsAdaptogens Connect with Stephanie Harrison The New HappyThe New Happy podcast@NewHappyCo Follow Lindywell FacebookInstagram Subscribe to The Balanced Life Audio Production and Show Notes by - PODCAST FAST TRACK

The Balanced Life podcast is a place for honest conversations on health, wellness, self-care, work/life balance, and everything in between. My goal is to provide inspiration, resources, and practical tips to help you create a balanced life and become the healthiest version of yourself both inside and out. Today we have a special episode that spans 5 conversations that I have had on the podcast throughout the years that have opened my mind and led me to improve my health, understand my body and mind on a deeper level, or live with more intention and gratitude. This power-packed episode has fantastic tips and insights that will help you become the healthiest version of yourself. You will want to hear this episode if you are interested in... Resources & People Mentioned Episode 79Episode 74Episode 71Episode 66Episode 16 Follow Lindywell FacebookInstagram Join Lindywell Start your free Lindywell 14 day trial! Subscribe to The Balanced Life

You may have heard about the benefits of having a family meal time, but the reality of living in the modern world can make it a challenge to create that space. Mealtimes are not only for nourishing our bodies, but they are also times to cultivate connections with family and friends. On this episode of The Balanced Life, Christine Bailey joins me to discuss tips to help you slow down periodically to create a special time to enjoy family and friends around the table Christine Bailey is a writer, social entrepreneur, and regenerative farmer who cultivates a life of nourishment and community and inspires others to do the same. Listen to our conversation as we chat about her journey to farming life, building connections around meals, and the transformation that takes place when people consciously slow down to eat together. You will want to hear this episode if you are interested in... Resources & People Mentioned Food, Inc. documentaryShawna Niequist Connect with Christine Bailey The Kindred FarmThe Kindred LifeKindred Life Podcast@organicstine@thekindredfarm Follow Lindywell FacebookInstagram Join Lindywell Start your 14-day free trial! Subscribe to The Balanced Life

Many people choose the month of November to reflect on all that they are thankful for, but practicing gratitude doesn’t have to be limited to one month per year. In this episode, you’ll hear how evidence shows that a regular gratitude practice has an impact on your brain, health, and well-being. And make sure to listen until the end to hear easy ways to develop a daily gratitude practice. You will want to hear this episode if you are interested in... What happened when I decided to focus on gratitude every day for 30 days [2:12]What studies on gratitude reveal [3:25]Joining me for 30 days of intentional gratitude [7:35] Resources & People Mentioned Amen Clinics article - 7 Ways to Remain Grateful All Year LongEpisode 65 - Self Love Guided Meditation 30 Days of Gratitude Printable Follow Lindywell On FacebookOn Instagram Join Lindywell Sign Up for 14 Free Days! Subscribe to The Balanced Life

Have you ever felt hangry? Do you notice when your moods fluctuate throughout the day? Food might have something to do with it. There is often a connection between food and our moods and this episode of The Balanced Life podcast will help you improve that connection. Registered dietician (RD), Micah Siva, joins me today to discuss how food can help you boost your mood. Micah is one of the primary dieticians who works to create the RD-approved recipes found in the Lindywell membership. Micah helps us nourish our bodies in realistic, practical, delicious ways. In this episode, we’ll discuss what led her to start her career in nutrition, how foods affect our moods, the best foods for brain health, and which foods can improve inflammation. Make sure to stick around until the end to hear which kitchen tools Micah thinks are the best to have for the at-home cook. Resources & People Mentioned The Hidden Hormone Epidemic: A conversation with Dr. Aviva RommHow I Overcame Paralyzing Anxiety Connect with Micah Siva, R.D. Nosh with MicahMicah on InstagramMicah on LinkedIn Follow Lindywell FacebookInstagram Subscribe to The Balanced Life Audio Production and Show Notes by - PODCAST FAST TRACK

Whether we acknowledge it or not, routines hold power over many aspects of our life. If you are not a fan of routines you may feel tempted to skip this episode, but I encourage you to listen. If you enjoy creating and optimizing your routines, then you’re probably already listening. This episode is designed to help you take a closer look at your routines, both intentional and unintentional. By the end, you’ll understand why what you do each day matters. Your routines affect how you feel, your relationships, your health, and even how successful you are. Press play now to hear how routines can change your life. Resources & People Mentioned Are your habits providing relief or restoration?Are your habits helping or hurting you? with Sandra ChumaThe power of routines + creating a healthy home with Clean Mama Follow Lindywell FacebookInstagram Join Lindywell Join the 14-Day Mind-Body Reset! Subscribe to The Balanced Life