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Pilates Strong: 5-Day Pilates Challenge

41: Creating Intentional Rhythms & Routines for the New Year Dec 31, 2020

Show notes

Trying to reach big and flashy goals can be intimidating, especially as we head into a new year that still has a lot of uncertainties. In this upcoming year, we have an opportunity to let go of that need for control and allow ourselves to find peace in the areas of life we can control.

In today's episode, Robin shares how to integrate new rhythms and routines into your daily life to make them a habit. She also discusses how you can set little goals in your day-to-day life without putting pressure on yourself.

Join Robin in this episode to learn more about her new guide to create a life that works for you by integrating components of a healthy, balanced life.

You can also print out the free guide in the show notes to help you walk through setting these intentions in 2021.

Show Highlights:

How to take what we've learned this past year and have a fresh start
Setting intentional rhythms and routines for the new year
How setting small goals will support you in building new habits
The importance of reflecting on habits that did and didn't work
How to regulate the different categories of health
Ways to prioritize your health on a daily basis
The importance of establishing your why
Robin shares the rhythms and routines she's integrating into her life
Why visualization is important
What makes your calendar key to building your new life
Why you should always choose grace over guilt
Robin provides an overview of the Intentional Rhythms + Routines Guide
Why you need to get out your calendar and input your new rhythms for the new year

Links:

FREE 5-Day Pilates Strong Challenge

Intentional Rhythms + Routines Guide

40: How I Overcame Paralyzing Anxiety Nov 18, 2020

Show notes

Many of us struggle with the fear of the unknown. The anticipation of what would happen can often be daunting, and for those with anxiety, debilitating. Anxiety can often lead you into a spiral that you don't know how to escape and while you may feel alone in this experience, you're not.

Today, Robin talks about her experience with anxiety and how she overcame it. She shares logical and easily applicable tactics to help you take control of your anxiety. If you want to learn how you can distance yourself from paralyzing thoughts, join Robin in today's conversation.

Show Highlights:

Robin shares what her experience with anxiety has looked like
Adjustments Robin made to overcome anxiety
How cutting out caffeine helped Robin calm thoughts
How alcohol can impact anxious thoughts
Making intentional diet shifts
Why you should start prioritizing sleep
Being proactive in day-to-day practices
How Pilates heightens awareness and creates calmness
The power of prayer
The benefits of counseling and cognitive behavioral therapy
Tactics to communicate anxiety

Robin's favorite verses on anxiety are Philippians 4:6-7, and she hopes that it provides you with a calming peace, as well.

Links:

5-day Pilates Strong challenge

Creating Healthy Routines Workshop

39: Kate Torgersen: Helping Busy Mothers, New Career Paths + Finding Your Healthiest Self Nov 11, 2020

Show notes

Being a working mom comes with an array of unique challenges. Breastfeeding on its own can be demanding, but mixing it with working-parent life can be a recipe for stress.

Today's guest, Kate Torgersen, knows exactly what this struggle is like, and that's why she created Milk Stork. Milk Stork was birthed from Kate's own working-parent struggles and she now uses it to help other working moms who are committed to breastfeeding. In this episode she shares what it's like for her to be a working mom, the challenges she's faced this year, and tangible tips to make stress more manageable.

Show Highlights:

Robin shares how she discovered Milk Stork
How Milk Stork was born
What Kate's current season of life looks like
Kate shares what a typical day in her life currently looks like
How to protect your time and set boundaries
How Kate transitioned from being an archeologist to an entrepreneur
The way challenges shift throughout parenthood
What chores Kate doesn't do and how she balances them
Getting help navigating children's education
What inspired Kate to intermittent fast and how it benefits her lifestyle
Navigating your health and getting back in shape after having a baby
What 2020 taught Kate about stress
Finding healthy new rituals
Rapid-fire session
Why meditation is important to find what you need

Links:

FREE 5-day Pilates Strong Challenge

Intro to Intermittent Fasting

The Obesity Code by Dr. Jason Fung and Brian Nishii

Dyson Cordless Vacuum

Contact Kate:

Milk Stork

Instagram - Milk Stork

Instagram - milkstorkmama

Facebook - Milk Stork

LinkedIn - Milk Stork

38: Redefining Wellness on Your Own Terms with Robyn Downs Oct 28, 2020

Show notes

With each day comes a new array of things to do, choices to make, and blessings to count. Today's guest, Robyn Downs shares how she's become "brilliant at the basics" and applied her systems to organize and prioritize her life.

Robin Long and Robyn Downs discuss the benefits of "exercise snacking", the inspiration for Robyn's new book, and overcoming the pressure of the fitness and wellness industry. Join Robin in this episode full of tangible and tasty tips that you can apply to your daily practices.

Show Highlights:

Robyn shares a snapshot of her life and what her current season looks like
What a day in the life looks like for Robyn
What is exercise snacking and its benefits
How Robyn had to shift her mental approach to wellness
Robyn shares how she practices the 80/20 rule in her life
How to make anchors of priorities and knowing when to stay no
How to limit unnecessary decisions
Robyn shares how she creates her daily menu
How Robyn and her husband manage childcare
Why you shouldn't try to take everything on alone
How the wellness industry has put pressure on body image
Rapid-fire question session with Robyn

Links:

The Pilates Strength + Stress Relief Link

Contact Robyn:

Robyn's Website

Instagram: @realfoodwholelife

Feel Good Effect Podcast

The Feel Good Effect: Reclaim Your Wellness by Finding Small Shifts that Create Big Change by Robyn Conley Downs

Resources:

Counter+ Overnight Resurfacing Peel from BEAUTYCOUNTER

PLUMPING SERUM from Primally Pure

Unlocking Us with Brené Brown Podcast

Good Life Project Podcast

Good Ancestor Podcast

37: Lessons Learned During a Pandemic Oct 21, 2020

Show notes

As the world has slowed down over quarantine, we've all learned plenty of lessons. Whether those have to do with appreciation, relationships, time management, or health, it's likely you've discovered things about your day-to-day life that you didn't know before. In this episode, Robin shares a few of the top lessons she's learned during quarantine. She shares ways she's learned to manage her daily consumption of information, the importance of prioritizing your immune health, and how she's gained a new appreciation for the little things. Join Robin in this episode to learn more about the lessons she's learned and how they can help you.

Show Highlights:

How the pandemic has highlighted the gift of digital connection
How the online sisterhood has allowed for support and connection for women
What makes the little things the big things
How Robin prioritizes the little things in day-to-day life
Why who we listen to and what we consume on a daily basis matters
How to be mindful about what information you fill yourself with
The importance of good health and strong immune systems
How you can take control of strengthening your body and boosting your wellness
Why now is the time to take your health into your own hands
The value and importance of rhythm and routines
Why exercise is now more important than ever
A brief update on Robin's gardening experience

Links:

Creating Healthy Routines Workshop

36: Does Pilates Work? Real Women, Real Stories Sep 16, 2020

Show notes

In this special episode, Robin features stories from Sisterhood members as they share what brought them to the Sisterhood and the abundance of goodness it has brought to their lives.

Silvia, Emily, Jamie, Julie, Dana, Bryony, and Lauren all have unique stories and perspectives on what the Sisterhood has done for them. All innately relatable, they discuss the dietary restraints, workout pushbacks, and mental strains they were experiencing before the Sisterhood, but how joining in the discipline of Pilates has empowered them not only on the mat, but off the mat too.

Join Robin in this special episode to hear more about what the Sisterhood has offered so many inspiring women and what it can do for you.

Show Highlights:

Silvia shares how the sisterhood has been the greatest form of self-care for her
The shift to a "grace over guilt" mentality has changed Silvia's life and she discusses what that's meant for her
Emily talks about how The Balanced Life has centered her day-to-day life
Jamie talks about her story of high-impact training, the pain it caused her and how Pilates has changed that for her
Julie shares how Pilates has helped her be more present off the mat
Dana discusses how her "all or nothing" mentality was holding her back and how the Sisterhood community helped her build strength physically and mentally
Bryony shares how Pilates has transformed her life through creating body awareness and improving her relationship with herself
Lauren dealt with years of chronic pain but learned how to heal that pain through consistency with Pilates
Past struggles intimidated Lauren when the Sisterhood was launched but she shares how Robin's philosophies helped her overcome her fear and why it's the best decision she's ever made

Links:

Visit The Balanced Life Follow The Balanced Life on Instagram

35: The Power of Pilates and How You Can Use It to Change Your Life Aug 26, 2020

Show notes

Unlike many other forms of exercise, Pilates can be relaxing, quick, and bring fast results. Pilates is a unique type of exercise that is not only powerful, but can reshape your body, how you think, and your relationship with exercise. In this episode, Robin shares how Pilates has helped change her life and how you can use it to change yours. She discusses the various ways Pilates has shifted her day-to-day life off the mat and helped her to manage stress. Join Robin in this episode to learn how you can see incredible results in a way that you can't with anything else and how you can use Pilates to restore and maintain physical and mental health.

Show Highlights:

The ripple effect Pilates has off the mat into day-to-day life
When Robin first discovered Pilates
How quickly Robin saw results and how Pilates changed her life
Pilates helps reshape and build muscles quickly
What Pilates does to improves energy and boost mood
A brief history of Pilates
Pilates helps to counteract the stress of daily life
Why Robin's passionate about bringing Pilates to everyone
How Pilates can change your relationship with exercise

Links:

The Balanced Life - Instagram

Book:

Caged Lion: Joseph Pilates & His Legacy by John Howard Steel

34: Common Misconceptions about Pilates Aug 12, 2020

Show notes

When it comes to working out, we all have preconceived notions that may not be entirely true. In today's episode, Robin breaks down the most common misconceptions people have about Pilates and reveals the truth behind these notions. She discusses the difference between yoga and Pilates, why Pilates has no physical or gender restraints, and why your Pilates workout should never be "easy". Whether Pilates is something you already actively practice, or you simply want to learn more, this episode is packed full of juicy information for everyone.

Show Highlights:

Flexibility is not necessary to do Pilates
Pilates shouldn't be easy
Pilates requires a whole new level of work and control that should feel gentle, but not easy
You do not need fancy equipment to do Pilates
Pilates and Yoga are not the same things
Pilates is not gender-specific, it's good for everyone

Links:

The Balanced Life Reformer Program

Pilates Strength + Stress Relief Challenge

33: 2020 Goals? It's Time to Reset and Start Fresh Jul 09, 2020

Show notes

While 2020 has brought an array of unanticipated events, we still have the power to harness our visions and direct where we are at the end of the year. In today's episode, Robin shares her 2020 vision guide and walks us through how to reset and reevaluate our end-of-the-year goals. Taking time to reflect on our values and have compassion for ourselves as we journey through this season is going to be crucial for all of us. Despite facing unconventional times, the power to create the life you want is still yours. Join Robin Long in this episode to learn more about how you can reset your goals and shift your habits to achieve the results you want.

Show Highlights:

2020 has thrown us more loops than we anticipated but good things have been revealing themselves as we lean into the new "normal"
Current life circumstances have put us in a position of uncertainty, but we can come out of this thriving, well, and achieving our goals
Creating values and intentions can help you live out the Mid-year vision we set for ourselves
Now is a time for compassion for ourselves and we may need time to reset our intentions
Take time to reflect on habits that did and didn't work well over the past 6 months and set clear goals on how you want to shift those habits for the rest of the year
Robin reviews her 2020 vision guide and shares actionable steps on how you can make your vision a reality
It's important to identify why taking care of your health matters to you

Links:

Download Your 2020 Mid-Year Vision Guide Here