Episode 121

Designing Your Perfect Movement Plan with Katy Bowman

Published on: 17th June, 2024

On this episode of the Wise Effort Show, Dr. Diana Hill discusses with biomechanist and best-selling author Katy Bowman about how to design a personalized movement plan that aligns with one’s values and bodily needs. They delve into the concept of 'nutritious movement,' exploring movement calories, macro and micronutrients, while highlighting the importance of integrating movement into different life domains.

Listen and Learn how to:

  • Reframe Daily Activities as Nutritious Movement
  • Address Movement Challenges in Daily Life
  • Adapt to Life's Different Stages
  • Find Joy in Physical Activities and Use Katy’s Tips for Incorporating Movement

Listen now to hear Katy provide practical advice on creating varied and enriching movement habits, addressing back pain, and maintaining dynamic movement throughout life.

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    Diana Hill, PhD is a clinical psychologist, international trainer and sought-out speaker on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and compassion. Host of the podcast Wise Effort with Dr. Diana Hill and author of The Self-Compassion Daily Journal, The ACT Daily Journal, and the upcoming book Wise Effort, Diana works with organizations and individuals to develop psychological flexibility so that they can grow fulfilling and impactful lives.

    Integrating her over 20 years of meditation experience with yoga and psychological training, Diana guest teaches at InsightLA, Blue Spirit Costa Rica, PESI, Praxis Continuing Education, Yoga Soup and Insight Timer Meditation. She is on the board for the Institute for Better Health, and blogs for Psychology Today and Mindful.org. Diana practices what she preaches in her daily life as a mom of two boys and bee guardian. Go to drdianahill.com or her channels on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube (@drdianahill) to learn more.