In this engaging conversation, Vanessa Leone and OD explore the multifaceted nature of exercise programming, emphasizing the importance of listening to one's body, the emotional aspects of movement, and the need for personalized approaches to fitness. They discuss the balance between routine and variety, the significance of recovery, and practical strategies for implementing change in exercise habits. The dialogue highlights the role of play in movement and encourages listeners to rethink traditional fitness paradigms, making exercise a joyful and integral part of life.You’ll learn about:Exercise programming should be personalized and adaptable, and reflect real-life movements and needs.Emotional well-being plays a significant role in physical performance.Variety in exercise and small changes in routines can enhance engagement and results.Understanding individual stressors can inform exercise choices.Playful movement can reignite joy in exercise.Our Favourite quotable moments:Variety in exercise can enhance engagement and results. - IanRecovery is as important as the workout itself. - IanPlayful movement can reignite joy in exercise. - IanIf you’re loving the podcast, please leave a review! Resources:In Sydney? Train with Vanessa in person! Get in touch/Join my mailing list: Website or Instagram.About Ian O’Dwyer:Known to many as OD, Ian O’Dwyer’s multifaceted expertise spans the roles of Movement Coach, Sports Conditioner, Personal Trainer, Body Worker, Global Educator, Author, and Mentor. A former semi-professional athlete now based in Queensland’s Sunshine Coast, he blends expertise in movement coaching, tissue health, and performance conditioning with a holistic, inclusive approach. As a global educator, mentor, and innovator, he has co-founded industry-shaping organizations like PTA Global and Feel SOMA, challenging conventional fitness philosophies. Ian’s ability to observe, connect, and create immediate change empowers individuals to move with ease and joy. His mission is to shift the focus from limitations to sustainable well-being, inspiring people worldwide to embrace movement as a transformative experience.IG - feel.somaFB - /feelsomaWebsite: https://www.feelsoma.comAbout Your Host:Vanessa is a seasoned Movement Therapist with a vast array of skills and experiences in the industry. Her goal is to help as many people find betterment in their lives. She is known as an expert generalist, attaining high levels of education, and delivering a quality experience in both group fitness and personal training streams. Attaining betterment drives her knowledge and pursuit for further education for herself and everyone she encounters. Vanessa continues training clients and trainers all over the country and presenting at the International Fitness Conference. Vanessa’s ethos is doing things BETTER. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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