Podcast: Mindful Movement with Naya

  • Exploring the Pelvic Path with Marci Silverberg

    Join us for a revealing discussion about all things pelvic floor with Marci Silverberg. Spoiler Alert: Your pelvic floor supports your most primal human functions, so you’re going to want to tune in. Marci Silverberg is an orthopedic physical therapist who specializes in educating and treating all adults with pelvic floors (so, yes, you.) She…

  • Positive Mindset is the Key to Healing

    Valen Keefer has endured more health and physical challenges than most people ever will, yet her positive mindset has created a deep resilience through it all. Valen is a patient advocate, public speaker, author, consultant and writer. In this episode, Valen shares how she finds strength to move through medical challenges and chronic pain and…

  • Flow

    Joseph Pilates described the movement practice as the complete coordination of mind, body and soul. Some might call this “flow.” Learn about how mind-body connection is used in a variety of movement modalities and how you might develop more “flow” in your own practice and life.

  • Mobility Training with Ava Rodriguez

    Gwen Miller is a Pilates Teacher Trainer, Yoga Teacher, Chek Practioner and a Hendrickson Method Body Worker – to name a few of her professional titles. In Part 2 of our two-part series, Gwen shares about her inspiration to write her book Safe Movement for All Spines. We talk about scoliosis, SI-joint dysfuntion, disc issues…

  • Grandma Got Run Over By A Reindeer with Dr. Elmo

    Dr. Elmo – former veterinarian, singer/songwriter and World Champion Masters Runner – is best known for singing “Grandma Got Ran Over by a Reindeer.” In this episode, Dr. Elmo shares the backstory of this controversial song and how it became famous, despite the odds. Get the scoop on his music, his running career and why…

  • Safe Movement for All Spines – An Interview with Gwen Miller: Part 2

    Gwen Miller is a Pilates Teacher Trainer, Yoga Teacher, Chek Practioner and a Hendrickson Method Body Worker – to name a few of her professional titles. In Part 2 of our two-part series, Gwen shares about her inspiration to write her book Safe Movement for All Spines. We talk about scoliosis, SI-joint dysfuntion, disc issues…

  • The Personal Side of a Professional Pilates Teacher: An Interview with Gwen Miller Part 1

    Gwen Miller is a Pilates Teacher Trainer, Yoga Teacher, Chek Practioner and a Hendrickson Method Body Worker – to name a few of her professional titles. Find out what led her to the health and wellness community and how she maintains balance as a thriving leader in movement education in Part 1 of a two-part…

  • The Puzzle of PT

    The Puzzle of PT

    Josh Madonick is a Doctor of Physical Therapy and founder of BaseCamp PT in Petaluma, CA, where he helps athletes “find their peak.” He is a brilliant mind in the study of human movement, an avid trail runner and an overall fascinating person. He’s on a mission to grow into the most bad-ass 100-year old…

  • Balanced Muscle Development – An Interview with Kyle Mastropole

    Balanced Muscle Development – An Interview with Kyle Mastropole

    We interview Kyle Mastropole, highly-trained San Francisco Bay Area personal trainer and owner of The Bay Fitness, about his experience working with over 50 sports teams and a wide range of clients from ages 4 to 89. Kyle offers examples of how building and maintaining balanced muscle development can help anyone move better, whether it’s…

  • Meditation: Strength Training for the Mind

    Meditation: Strength Training for the Mind

    We interview Buddhism practitioner, yoga and martial arts teacher, Manny LaCarrubba, about his 20+ years of experience with meditation. He shares his story and offers tips for people who want to get started with meditation.

  • Precision

    Precision is moving in proper alignment with concentration, control and efficiency. It is the culmination of practicing the four previous Pilates principles. Learn why precision is vital for a meaningful Pilates practice and how it can help you move better in daily life.

  • The Athlete Mindset and Mindful Movement

    Join us for a revealing conversation with ultra athlete, Steve Pollock. Steve shares about his passion for running, cycling and pretty much doing anything that requires a physical challenge and an outdoor adventure. He also shares how injury derailed his running adventures. Learn how he has been healing through mindfulness and movement education to get…

  • Centering

    Centering is the practice of moving from the core or center of the body outward. It is the fourth Pilates principle and a general principle of efficient movement. It is also a principle that we can choose to implement outside of our Pilates practice to guide us in making more embodied choices and to lead…

  • Control

    Control is the third Pilates principle. Although there is so much in life we can’t control, there is so much within ourselves that we can control. Learn how to use your mind to better control your body and to use your body to better control your mind.

  • Concentration

    Concentration is the second Pilates principle. “Energy flows where attention goes.” This is true in life and in your body. Learn why concentration is an integral part of your mindful movement practice — and how it can help improve life outside of your practice.

  • The Breath

    The breath is the first principle of Pilates. Learn why the breath is such an integral part of any mindful movement practice and how to incorporate three-dimensional breathing into your life.

  • The 9 Pilates Principles

    You will learn the basics about each of the nine Pilates principles and why they make Pilates a valuable mindful movement practice for everybody.

  • Body Scan Podcast

    Our first Mindful Movement Podcast. Wherever you are, learn to slow down & scan your body.

  • About The Show

    2 minute podcast trailer