Episodes

  • Step on It! Common Conditions of the Ankle and Foot

    Step on It! Common Conditions of the Ankle and Foot
    Apr 29 2025
    In today’s episode, we take a look at ankle sprains, tendinitis and plantar fasciitis, three of the most common issues in the ankle and foot. We’ll discuss what they are and how to train the area three dimensionally to minimize the likelihood of injury for active individuals and to help clients recover quickly and completely from any of these conditions.

    Link to Nora's foot workshop on Fusion Pilates:https://fusionpilatesedu.com/courses/workshops/foot-foundation/

    Moving Conversation Socials 

    Post Rehab Summit:
    https://thefirmbodypilates.com/post-rehab-summit/

    Brian’s Book on Low Back Pain and Conditions:
    Back Exercise; Stabilize, Mobilize and Reduce Pain
    https://a.co/d/8IUb7L6

    Walk with Nancy: https://www.youtube.com/user/EHSpilates1

    Youtube: www.youtube.com/@brianrichey

    Email: movingconvos@gmail.com
    IG: @movingconvos
    FB: Moving Conversations

    Brian
    IG: @fit4lifedc
    FB: https://www.facebook.com/brianrichey/ 

    Nora
    IG: nora.s.john.7
    FB: https://www.facebook.com/nora.s.john.7
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    59 mins
  • Step on It! Balancing the Ankle

    Step on It! Balancing the Ankle
    Apr 22 2025
    Continuing our adventures with the lower leg, we move onto the ankle, that magical connection between the mobility of the foot and the power of the leg. Full of practical tips we’ll cover three dimensional ankle strength with open chain, closed chain, concentric, isometric, balance and gait related exercises. This session includes practical tips for clients of all kinds from pickleball players to frail seniors. Next week we continue with common conditions of the foot and ankle.

    Link to Nora's foot workshop on Fusion Pilates:https://fusionpilatesedu.com/courses/workshops/foot-foundation/

    Moving Conversation Socials 

    Post Rehab Summit:
    https://thefirmbodypilates.com/post-rehab-summit/

    Brian’s Book on Low Back Pain and Conditions:
    Back Exercise; Stabilize, Mobilize and Reduce Pain
    https://a.co/d/8IUb7L6

    Walk with Nancy: https://www.youtube.com/user/EHSpilates1

    Youtube: www.youtube.com/@brianrichey

    Email: movingconvos@gmail.com
    IG: @movingconvos
    FB: Moving Conversations

    Brian
    IG: @fit4lifedc
    FB: https://www.facebook.com/brianrichey/ 

    Nora
    IG: nora.s.john.7
    FB: https://www.facebook.com/nora.s.john.7
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    59 mins
  • Step on It! Introducing the Foot

    Step on It! Introducing the Foot
    Apr 15 2025
    The foot is the foundation of any upright movement pattern from walking to running to dancing. In this episode we are starting another short series focusing on the foot and how to work with it to optimize performance, balance and gait and to prevent common injuries. Anatomy, the arches, how the foot moves us forward and strengthening and mobilizing the toes are the focus for today. Join us with your shoes off!

    Link to Nora's foot workshop on Fusion Pilates:https://fusionpilatesedu.com/courses/workshops/foot-foundation/

    Moving Conversation Socials 

    Post Rehab Summit:
    https://thefirmbodypilates.com/post-rehab-summit/

    Brian’s Book on Low Back Pain and Conditions:
    Back Exercise; Stabilize, Mobilize and Reduce Pain
    https://a.co/d/8IUb7L6

    Walk with Nancy: https://www.youtube.com/user/EHSpilates1

    Youtube: www.youtube.com/@brianrichey

    Email: movingconvos@gmail.com
    IG: @movingconvos
    FB: Moving Conversations

    Brian
    IG: @fit4lifedc
    FB: https://www.facebook.com/brianrichey/ 

    Nora
    IG: nora.s.john.7
    FB: https://www.facebook.com/nora.s.john.7
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    1 hr
  • Training with Hormones in Mind

    Training with Hormones in Mind
    Apr 8 2025
    Hormones affect physiology which changes the body’s reactions to exercise. Building on the last session with Irene McCormick, Brian and Nora discuss strategies for optimizing training benefits for male and female clients experiencing hormonal changes. Whether it’s menopause or low testosterone, changing how you approach training can create long lasting benefits for your clients.

    Moving Conversation Socials 

    Post Rehab Summit:
    https://thefirmbodypilates.com/post-rehab-summit/

    Brian’s Book on Low Back Pain and Conditions:
    Back Exercise; Stabilize, Mobilize and Reduce Pain
    https://a.co/d/8IUb7L6

    Walk with Nancy: https://www.youtube.com/user/EHSpilates1

    Youtube: www.youtube.com/@brianrichey

    Email: movingconvos@gmail.com
    IG: @movingconvos
    FB: Moving Conversations

    Brian
    IG: @fit4lifedc
    FB: https://www.facebook.com/brianrichey/ 

    Nora
    IG: nora.s.john.7
    FB: https://www.facebook.com/nora.s.john.7
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    1 hr
  • Moving Through Menopause with Irene McCormick

    Moving Through Menopause with Irene McCormick
    Apr 1 2025
    S2.44 Irene McCormick joins us today for a deep dive into training women in perimenopause and menopause. She has developed a fitness and wellness program specifically for this population and we learned a lot of useful principles to help these clients achieve their goals. Hormones affect everything from sleep to muscle mass to insulin levels and Irene provides some excellent insights into assisting women with managing hormonal changes through a whole person approach.

    Join us for an enlightening session!

    Irene’s contact information: themenopausementor@gmail.com,
    Her personalized program: Hot Flash Huddle, next program starts May 1 through Burn Along
    She is partnering with American Council on Exercise for a course called “Menopause Mentor”

    Moving Conversation Socials 

    Post Rehab Summit:
    https://thefirmbodypilates.com/post-rehab-summit/

    Brian’s Book on Low Back Pain and Conditions:
    Back Exercise; Stabilize, Mobilize and Reduce Pain
    https://a.co/d/8IUb7L6

    Youtube: www.youtube.com/@brianrichey

    Email: movingconvos@gmail.com
    IG: @movingconvos
    FB: Moving Conversations

    Brian
    IG: @fit4lifedc
    FB: https://www.facebook.com/brianrichey/ 

    Nora
    IG: nora.s.john.7
    FB: https://www.facebook.com/nora.s.john.7
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    1 hr and 5 mins
  • All about the Labrum(s)

    All about the Labrum(s)
    Mar 25 2025
    The labrum deepens the socket of both the hip and the shoulder helping to create stability and integrity of the joints. Damage can occur from overuse or from injuries and exercise is often recommended as the treatment of choice. In this episode Nora and Brian talk through what a labrum is, movement strategies for stabilizing and strengthening the joints and some guidance about working with a client after a labral repair. Come join us for some insights into this tricky diagnosis.

    Moving Conversation Socials 

    Post Rehab Summit:
    https://thefirmbodypilates.com/post-rehab-summit/

    Brian’s Book on Low Back Pain and Conditions:
    Back Exercise; Stabilize, Mobilize and Reduce Pain
    https://a.co/d/8IUb7L6

    Youtube: www.youtube.com/@brianrichey

    Email: movingconvos@gmail.com
    IG: @movingconvos
    FB: Moving Conversations

    Brian
    IG: @fit4lifedc
    FB: https://www.facebook.com/brianrichey/ 

    Nora
    IG: nora.s.john.7
    FB: https://www.facebook.com/nora.s.john.7
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    49 mins
  • GLP-1, Aging and Sarcopenia (Sarco what?)

    GLP-1, Aging and Sarcopenia (Sarco what?)
    Mar 18 2025
    Loss of muscle mass or sarcopenia occurs with both aging and rapid weight loss with the use of GLP-1 medications or other weight loss methods. Sarcopenia is a decrease in the actual number of muscle fibers which can lead to weakness, a decrease in basal metabolic rate and difficulties with gaining strength. In this episode, Brian and Nora discuss strategies for minimizing sarcopenia through regular exercise and patience. There is no magic bullet here but staying consistent and continuing to progress a client’s exercise program is key to combating this challenging side effect!

    Moving Conversation Socials 

    Post Rehab Summit:
    https://thefirmbodypilates.com/post-rehab-summit/

    Brian’s Book on Low Back Pain and Conditions:
    Back Exercise; Stabilize, Mobilize and Reduce Pain
    https://a.co/d/8IUb7L6

    Youtube: www.youtube.com/@brianrichey

    Email: movingconvos@gmail.com
    IG: @movingconvos
    FB: Moving Conversations

    Brian
    IG: @fit4lifedc
    FB: https://www.facebook.com/brianrichey/ 

    Nora
    IG: nora.s.john.7
    FB: https://www.facebook.com/nora.s.john.7
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    56 mins
  • GLP-1 Updated!

    GLP-1 Updated!
    Mar 11 2025
    It’s been a year since our first episode on the new generation of weight loss drugs and we thought it was time for an update. According to some estimates, 10% of Americans are taking or have taken a GLP-1 agonist drug like Ozmpic or Mounjaro and the amount of research on them has skyrocketed. Join us for a review of what they are, how they work, benefits and side effects and what you should know as a movement professional.

    Moving Conversation Socials 

    Post Rehab Summit:
    https://thefirmbodypilates.com/post-rehab-summit/

    Brian’s Book on Low Back Pain and Conditions:
    Back Exercise; Stabilize, Mobilize and Reduce Pain
    https://a.co/d/8IUb7L6

    Youtube: www.youtube.com/@brianrichey

    Email: movingconvos@gmail.com
    IG: @movingconvos
    FB: Moving Conversations

    Brian
    IG: @fit4lifedc
    FB: https://www.facebook.com/brianrichey/ 

    Nora
    IG: nora.s.john.7
    FB: https://www.facebook.com/nora.s.john.7
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    1 hr and 1 min
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