Episode Summary

This week, Evie and Toréa expand the definition of exercise beyond what happens at the gym, how getting dynamic and more natural movement throughout the day can actually change your DNA expression on the cellular level. So for those that need another compelling reason to get outside, or you just want to have an excuse to play and climb that tree over there, have a listen!

In This Episode:

What to do when you’re told you can’t use your previous form of exercise [03:016]

What’s your Butt to Chair ratio? [07:35]

Increasing movement variety to increase ranges of motion [10:53]

Toddlers having intrinsic perfect squat form [16:12]

Mechanotransduction [18:32]

Building new neural pathways to correct movement overcompensation [24:09]

Resources Mentioned:

Move Your DNA book by Katy Bowman

DUTCH Hormone Testing

Gait Happens

Torea’s Movement Coach David Thunder

Vivo Barefoot Shoes

Revivo refurbished Vivo Barefoot shoes

Toréa’s Website

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Evie’s Website

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