Episodes

  • Menopause Managed with Dr. Diedra Manns DPT

    Menopause Managed with Dr. Diedra Manns DPT
    Jun 16 2026
    With 30+ years of clinical practice as a DPT, Pilates instructor and educator, Dr. Manns current project is assisting women through menopause with a whole person approach including movement, nutrition, sleep, medication where appropriate alongand cognitive and emotional support. Today’s episode focuses on the myofascial effects of menopause and strategies for managing them to improve women’s ability to stay focused, energetic and effective during this part of the life span.

    To book a Complimentary 30-minute Menopause Clarity https://calendly.com/flourishwithdoctordiedra/30-minute-menopause-clarity-call
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    57 mins
  • Influencer or Educator?

    Influencer or Educator?
    Jun 9 2026
    Working with instructors and clients around the world, we see how influencers have changed the fitness landscape. From new teachers who want to be international presenters to clients wanting to do the latest move, to influencers doing crazy things on Pilates equipment, it’s a wild world out there. Join Nora and Brian for some straight talk on the difference between an educator and an influencer and on how influencer culture affects all of us.

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    Email: movingconvos@gmail.com

    IG: @movingconvos
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    Youtube: @BrianRichey

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

    Nora
    IG: nora.s.john.7
    FB: https://www.facebook.com/nora.s.john.7

    https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/moving-conversations/id1669504158?i=1000650467168 https://open.spotify.com/show/6cmgm8T0ZiC5wu6yhXrw9g
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    1 hr
  • Walk Before You Run

    Walk Before You Run
    Jun 2 2026
    Where do you start with a complicated client? How do you know what to focus on first? As a follow up to a previous episode “Begin with the End in Mind” Brian and Nora talk about strategies for finding a starting point when designing programs for challenging clients. Through case examples, client management strategies and assessment, we provide a framework to get you started.

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    Email: movingconvos@gmail.com

    IG: @movingconvos
    FB: Moving Conversations
    Youtube: @BrianRichey

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

    Nora
    IG: nora.s.john.7
    FB: https://www.facebook.com/nora.s.john.7

    https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/moving-conversations/id1669504158?i=1000650467168 https://open.spotify.com/show/6cmgm8T0ZiC5wu6yhXrw9g
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    52 mins
  • Breath! With Helen Vanderburg

    Breath! With Helen Vanderburg
    May 26 2026
    Breathing is a hot topic and we wanted to start the conversation with Helen Vanderburg, a world champion synchronized swimmer, gym owner, international presenter and a woman who has possibly taught a greater variety of fitness modalities than anyone else we know. This conversation includes key ways to use breath to activate, balance, and restore the body and mind and provides practical examples for exploring and expanding the use of breath with your clients and classes.


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

    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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    50 mins
  • Begin with the End in Mind : Program Design for Results

    Begin with the End in Mind : Program Design for Results
    May 19 2026
    When working with clients with multiple issues, it can be easy to stop seeing the forest for the trees and get lost in the details of addressing each specific issue. In this episode we talk about how to make client sessions more effective by prioritizing specific skills and staying focused on them over time. This is how progress happens. We provided plenty of examples, tools and inspiration to support you in helping your clients make progress.

    Moving Conversation Socials 

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

    YouTube: @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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    58 mins
  • Yes, Scapular Staility is Important!

    Yes, Scapular Staility is Important!
    May 12 2026
    We both grew up in an industry where keeping the shoulders away from the ears and scapular stability were a foundation of upper body strength. While helpful, this is a limiting understanding of functional upper body movement. Today we take a deep dive into the nuances of identifying, training and improving scapular mobility along with building a three dimensional understanding of upper body training. Join us for an enlightening conversation

    Moving Conversation Socials 

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

    YouTube: @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
  • Facing Fear- Working with Challenging Clients

    Facing Fear- Working with Challenging Clients
    May 5 2026
    Fear is a common emotion in many clients and especially in those who are dealing with pain. As an instructor, learning to create trust, manage expectations, refer when needed and maintain your center with difficult clients are important skills to cultivate. Brian and Nora talk through several common scenarios, share case studies and encourage you to cultivate compassion without losing your center.

    Moving Conversation Socials 

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

    YourTube: 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
  • AI meets Pilates and Fitness, What Now?

    AI meets Pilates and Fitness, What Now?
    Apr 28 2026
    Artificial Intelligence (AI) is entering all of our lives. What impact is it having in the movement space? Pros and cons, human versus machine, science versus personal touch. Brian and Nora provide a thought provoking, wide ranging discussion of where the future of technology might impact our careers, our passion and our skills.

    Moving Conversation Socials 

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

    YourTube: 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