Well To The Core

Are you tired of starting over every Monday? Of trying the latest meal plan, only to end up back in the same cycle of guilt and frustration? You're not alone and it's not your fault. In this episode, Robin introduces The Nourished Reset - a complete framework designed to help you break free from the diet-start-over loop and finally experience lasting change. Unlike traditional programs that only focus on food, this reset brings together three essential pillars: ✨ Foundational nutrition that supports your body in midlife ✨ Mindset + identity shifts so you can step into the healthiest version of yourself ✨ Rhythms + routines that actually fit your real life When these pieces come together, change doesn't just feel possible, it lasts. You'll hear: Why most diets and meal plans set you up to fail (and what's been missing all along) The three elements that make transformation sustainable A vision for how your everyday life can feel when you stop relying on willpower Why now is the perfect time to reset and start fresh This isn't another diet or challenge. It's the reset you've been waiting for. 👉 Learn more and join The Nourished Reset: Click here 👉 Connect with me on Instagram: @robinmarielong

If you've ever struggled with bloating, fatigue, mood swings, or just feeling "off," your gut may be the missing link. In this episode, I'm breaking down why gut health is foundational for your energy, hormones, and resilience - and how to start supporting your digestion with small, sustainable changes. You'll learn: Why gut health impacts way more than just your stomach (hello, mood + hormones!) Three of the biggest myths about digestion that might be keeping you stuck Simple, approachable starting steps you can try today (without overhauling your whole diet) Encouragement to take the pressure off and focus on what really works long term Want to go deeper? Join me for my free class: From Overwhelmed to Nourished: A Simple Nutrition Framework That Finally Works In this class, you'll learn my framework for building meals that fuel your energy, support your gut, and actually work in real life. You'll also get a sneak peek into my brand-new program, the Nourished Reset, to see if it's the right next step for you. Sign up here: From Overwhelmed to Nourished Resources + Links Mentioned in This Episode: Free Class: From Overwhelmed to Nourished → Click here Follow us on Instagram → @wearelindywell Explore more resources at www.lindywell.com If this episode encouraged you, I'd love it if you subscribed to the podcast and left a quick review. It helps other women find this show and join us in creating a healthier, more nourished life. Let's Connect: Visit www.lindywell.com for free resources and more episodes. Subscribe to the podcast so you never miss an episode! If you found this episode helpful, leave a review and share it with a friend!

In this deeply personal solo episode, I'm pulling back the curtain on what's really been going on in my body, brain, and energy over the past few years. I share the unfiltered truth about my experience with chronic exhaustion, the surprising results from advanced hormone and neurotransmitter testing, and why popular biohacking advice actually made things worse for me. We're talking: The hidden role dopamine plays in motivation, focus, and burnout Why I was not actually low in estrogen (even though I was told it was) How adrenaline depletion kept me stuck in overdrive The habits I unknowingly had that were draining my dopamine—and my energy What I'm doing now to heal, rebuild, and feel more like myself again This episode isn't medical advice—it's a peek into my journey. And it's an invitation to approach your own health with more curiosity, more compassion, and way less comparison. Topics We Cover: The truth about "high dopamine brains" and what that means for women in midlife The connection between hormones, neurotransmitters, and stress Why rest isn't optional for high-performing women—it's essential Sneaky habits that deplete your dopamine (and what to do instead) Gentle, science-supported ways to rebuild energy and mental clarity Resources + Links: Listen to the episode about mold recovery here: https://lindywell.com/episode52/ Listen to the episode about steps I took to improve my hormonal balance here: https://lindywell.com/episode69/ Well to the Core – Grab the book for a realistic, grace-filled approach to wellness: https://go.shopmy.us/p-4200825 Get access to 400+ on-demand Pilates workouts, breathwork and more in the Lindywell app. Start your free trial here: https://lindywell.com/freetrial/ Follow us on Instagram for daily inspiration: @wearelindywell

In this episode, Robin Long reflects on the past 10 years of leading and growing the Lindywell community. From big successes, to challenging stumbles, she shares the journey from starting an in-person Pilates business to a global online wellness platform that has served and supported more than 100,000 women over the past decade. Listen in to: Be encouraged in your creative endeavors and business ventures Get a peek behind the scenes of what it really took to build Lindywell to where it is today Hear what's changed and what remained the same since Robin started blogging and teaching Pilates online more than ten years ago A personal update on the podcast and why there haven't been any new episodes in the past few months Get 2 weeks free in the Lindywell app and community: https://lindywell.com/freetrial/ Connect with Lindywell on Instagram: @wearelindywell https://www.instagram.com/wearelindywell Connect with Robin on Instagram: @robinmarielong https://www.instagram.com/robinmarielong Links mentioned in this episode: Lindywell 2-week free trial: https://lindywell.com/freetrial/ Episode 76: Behind the scenes of our exciting new chapter (The Balanced Life/Lindywell rebrand) https://lindywell.com/episode76/

Do you know what your fascia is? If you don't you have to listen to this episode. If you do know what the fascia is, you won't want to miss hearing about how you can use our newest fascia flow series to optimize your health and wellness. Lindywell's very own Kaita Mrazek joins me to discuss all things fascia on this episode of The Balanced Life. You'll hear why your fascia matters, how incorporating movements targeting the fascia can benefit your whole body, and what you can expect from our new Fascia Flow series. Don't miss out on this one! When you're done listening head on over to your Lindywell app to get started improving your fascial movements and improving your overall wellness. You will want to hear this episode if you are interested in... How Kaita became interested in fascia [5:22] What the fascia is [8:26] Understanding the similarities in muscle tightness and fascia tightness [10:36] The benefits of fascia flow [16:20] Trying out a fascia movement [21:30] The types of videos you'll find in the fascia series [29:22] How to incorporate these movements into your movement routine [37:03] Specific benefits of fascia work [39:54] Resources & People Mentioned Yoga Soup Connect with Kaita Mrazek @KaitaMrazek on Instagram Kaita Mrazek Follow Lindywell On Facebook On Instagram Subscribe to Well To The Core

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... What Kara does at The Playful Warrior [1:22] What inspired Kara to create The Playful Warrior [6:04] What your inner child really is [10:30] Roadblocks to play [13:00] How she got back into play [16:39] What playful resilience is [17:58] Play rewires your brain [24:44] How to navigate play through the hard seasons of life [30:48] What play looks like in Kara's daily life [32:17] How community is an important part of play [35:51] What to expect in the live workshop on Sunday, July 16 [38:50] Resources & People Mentioned Register here for our FREE play workshop with Kara Latta on July 16 at 4 pm PDT Connect with Kara Latta The Playful Warrior @ThePlayfulWarrior on Instagram Follow Lindywell On Facebook On Instagram 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... Where my life has been over the past ten years [2:02] How my morning routine has shifted in the last six months [6:10] How I strive to challenge myself [9:40] What we just released in the Lindywell app [12:30] Resources & People Mentioned Lindywell Resistance Bands Lindywell Hand Weights Follow Lindywell On Facebook On Instagram Join Lindywell Try us out free for 14 days Subscribe to The Balanced Life

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... Jessica's journey with exercise [3:22] Why pilates is exactly what Jessica needed [14:51] Why Jessica sets intentions before each workout [17:44] The physical progress Jessica made [22:19] A piece of advice from Jessica [28:12] Resources & People Mentioned The Surprising Pilates Transformation of a Former Personal Trainer Connect with Jessica Thiefels @JessicaThiefels on Instagram Jessica's LinkTree Follow Lindywell On Facebook On Instagram Join Lindywell Check out your FREE 14-day trial! 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... Exhale hour [2:32] How breathwork can help you [7:42] Why Kiesha took a longer approach with Exhale Hour [14:44] How breathwork can help at home [21:22] A trauma-informed breathwork facilitator [27:02] Joining now [29:24] Resources & People Mentioned Wim Hof Pranayama Connect with Keisha Yokers Episode 92 - The Missing Ingredient in Your Wellness Routine Episode 79 – Using Breathwork as a Path to Wellness with Kiesha Yokers Follow Lindywell On Facebook On Instagram Sign up for Exhale Hour Spots are filling up fast! Click here to reserve your spot! Join Lindywell Try Lindywell FREE for 14 days! 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... The power of the nervous system [8:22] Accessing the slowness in your life [13:24] The definition of dissociation [19:38] Getting back to calm from fight or flight [23:44] Our next Pilates and breathwork challenge [31:00] If breathwork is woo-woo? [39:50] If breathwork is new [44:47] Understanding why breathwork can be intimidating [48:28] The primary benefits of breathwork [53:00] How to get started implementing a breathwork routine [54:50] Resources & People Mentioned BOOK - Breath by James Nestor Wim Hof Connect with Kiesha Yokers Kiesha at Lindywell Episode 79 - Using breathwork as a path to wellness with Kiesha Yokers KieshaYokers.com Follow Lindywell On Facebook On Instagram Join Lindywell Unlock one free month of Lindywell 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... How to increase strength in the midsection [3:32] Understanding abdominal separation [7:22] How to flatten your belly [14:35] The pelvic floor [22:33] Resources & People Mentioned Episode 53 - The Important Connection Between Breath and Posture My pelvic floor workout on YouTube Blog post - What Is Pelvic Floor Dysfunction and Could You Have It? Follow Lindywell On Facebook On Instagram Join Lindywell Join with a 14-day free trial! Subscribe to The Balanced Life Audio Production and Show Notes by - PODCAST FAST TRACK

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... What led her to do what she is doing today [5:22] What is a food scientist [8:38] How to talk about food with kids to cultivate a healthy relationship [11:40] How to deal with the sweets and treats [19:20] Dinnertime questions [28:34] Do you have to finish dinner if you want dessert? [36:00] Resources & People Mentioned Ellen Satter Connect with Rachel Rothman Nutrition in Bloom Follow Lindywell On Facebook On Instagram Join Lindywell 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 BOOK - Daily Rituals by Mason Currey Adaptogens Connect with Stephanie Harrison The New Happy The New Happy podcast @NewHappyCo on Instagram Follow Lindywell On Facebook On Instagram Subscribe to The Balanced Life Audio Production and Show Notes by - PODCAST FAST TRACK