In this episode, Kim welcomes back Dr. Michelle Tubman to the podcast for an in-depth discussion on the popular GLP-1 agonists, such as Ozempic and Wegovy. Dr. Tubman, a physician specializing in emergency, obesity, and lifestyle medicine, breaks down everything you need to know about these medications: How injectable weight loss drugs work Side effects - both short and long termTheir effectiveness in facilitating long term weight loss and improved health outcomesMisconceptio...
Jul 24, 2024•44 min
Insulin resistance in perimenopause is a term that's been buzzing in health circles lately. On this episode we welcome back Kate Williams Stone, a health and life coach for women in perimenopause to teach us about this phenomenon which she calls “metabolic inflexibility”. While often blamed on weight, the truth is insulin resistance affects people of all sizes, and there’s lots that can be done to support good blood sugar and insulin balance with simple health supporting habits. T...
Jul 10, 2024•31 min
Welcome to this bonus episode of The Power in Motion Podcast. In this episode, I’m sharing a recent interview I did with Tami Stackelhouse on her podcast, The Fibromyalgia podcast. I discovered Tami and her work as I was looking for resources to support myself through my own recent diagnosis of fibromyalgia and I can honestly say her podcast has made a huge impact - I’ve learned so much about the condition and what I can do to feel better. So It was truly an honour when Tami asked me t...
Jul 03, 2024•1 hr 8 min
Do you love your body? As the creator of Love Your Body, Love Yourself, today's guest helps women access their yes! to that question. Marla Mervis Hartmann joins us on the show today to talk to us all about loving our body and loving ourselves ... But not in the way that we typically think about loving our body where we try to convince ourselves to love and approve of all of our so called “flaws”. Rather, Marla speaks about loving yourself as an action and something w...
Jun 26, 2024•36 min
"You don’t have to make your body smaller to get pregnant. You are so worthy of getting any help and care you need to reach your goal right now. You're not broken, and you don't need fixing." In this episode Kim welcomes Nicola Salmon to talk about her journey with fertility and the impact of weight stigma on accessing fertility care. The conversation touches on how medical weight stigma impacts fertility outcomes, the flaws in fertility research, and practical steps for larger-bodied i...
Jun 12, 2024•32 min
This is a bonus episode, where you'll hear ME be interviewed by my friend Unyime Oguta on HER podcast "Permission Granted" If the idea of moving your body makes you want to run for the hills, you’re not alone. As we wrap up our series on pleasure, our guest, Kim Hagle of Radiant Vitality is unpacking why movement sometimes feel punitive and unattainable. Tune in to learn Kim’s simple practice that will help you connect back to your body in less than a minute a day, why the way we’ve ...
Jun 05, 2024•30 min
This week we’re joined by Holly Toscanini, a non-diet health and life coach, who shares a powerful message about the often toxic relationship women have with food and their bodies due to societal beauty standards. Holly shares her personal journey of overcoming body dissatisfaction and transitioning from a career in medical weight loss to non-diet coaching, driven by her commitment to help women break free from diet culture. She explains her philosophy of 'losing the wait'—reclaim...
May 29, 2024•51 min
In this episode of the Power in Motion podcast, we sit down with Amy Kotha, a mother turned coach for parents of neurodivergent children. Amy shares her personal journey from a career in IT and real estate to becoming a dedicated advocate and coach for parents of neurodivergent kids, stemming from her experiences parenting two adopted, neurodivergent teenagers from Calcutta, India. She delves into the complexities and challenges of understanding and advocating for her childr...
May 15, 2024•46 min
On today’s episode we discuss why it’s important for ALL of us to see all sizes of bodies represented in the fitness space. Our guest, Dr. Rachel Millner is on a mission to make fitness more accessible to folks in larger bodies . During this conversation Rachel and I talked about: Rachel’s personal eating disorder history and how that was handled when she was at a higher and lower weightHow she repaired her disordered relationship with movement and the role Pele...
May 08, 2024•43 min
If you live with a chronic illness and feel like you and your body are in a constant battle, this is the episode for you. Today I’m joined by Tami Stackelhouse, a certified fibromyalgia coach and host of The Fibromyalgia Podcast. But this episode isn't just relevant for people with fibromyalgia - whether you live with chronic pain or illness or just don’t feel at home in the body you live in - you’ll be inspired by this conversation. Inside, Tami and I talk about How...
May 01, 2024•49 min
On this episode we speak with Sherry Andrew, a former manufacturing plant worker turned financial coach, who shares her personal journey from getting fired to mastering her finances and helping others do the same. Sherry discusses the impact of a single-income household on budgeting, the importance of aligning finances with personal values, and the transition into full-time self-employment. The interview also delves into addressing scarcity mindset, the power of having an abundanc...
Apr 24, 2024•53 min
In this episode, our guest Al, a woman I’ve had the pleasure of coaching 1:1 for the past 6 months, shares her personal journey of overcoming lifelong yo-yo dieting using exercise as punishment. Growing up in a household where dieting was normalized, Al details how she grew up believing that she could not trust herself to make good choices about food and movement, causing her to look for external validation by using tracking apps but never feeling like she was getting it “right”. ...
Apr 17, 2024•50 min
**Content Warning**. This episode discusses eating disorders and binge eating. In this episode of the Power in Motion podcast, Dr. Marianne Miller discusses her journey into the field of eating disorder treatment, focusing specifically on binge eating disorder. In our conversation, Dr Marianne shared her personal experience with eating disorders which led her to do this work. We discussed the misconceptions around eating disorders and how they can often be left undiagnose...
Apr 10, 2024•43 min
If you’ve ever been told you have to lose weight for health reasons, or if your medical problems always get blamed on your weight, or you fear going to the doctor because they might comment on your weight - this is the episode for you! Our guest today is Dr. Michelle Tubman a Canadian physician who operates from a health at every size approach. In our conversation Michelle set the record straight on what really contributes to poor health outcomes, and spoiler alert - it’s not the number on th...
Apr 03, 2024•43 min
In this episode, Kim shares her personal health journey, focusing on finding balance and well-being without adhering to societal norms around weight and health. Mentioned in this Episode: Join us for our FREE upcoming Workshop April 18th, 2024 at 7pm EST “What the Health”?!? - A workshop to help you identify your health goals and create your individualized action plan to achieve them. During this 90 minute workshop you will: Create a definition of health that makes sense to you and feel...
Mar 27, 2024•17 min
Do you find yourself caught in the whirlwind of holiday frenzy, striving to create the perfect festive experience? Do you notice the strikingly similar patterns between this seasonal hustle and the diet cycle as you grapple for validation from others? We are here to tell you that your self-worth is not, and should not be, tied to the opinions of others. It's high time we all prioritized self-care during this joyous season. Imagine a holiday season where you're not overwhelmed or stressed. Th...
Nov 29, 2023•25 min
The holidays are indeed a busy time. When we’re busy and have lots of additional tasks and social engagements to manage, often the first thing that gets dropped is our own movement practice. Though it’s easy to feel as if we don’t have time, or can’t justify taking time to exercise when there’s so much else to do, the consequence of putting movement on the back burner is more overwhelm and holiday burnout. In this episode we’ll help you redefine what’s “enough” and how to take an all o...
Nov 22, 2023•13 min
Welcome to part 1 of our 6 part Holiday Self-Care Series. Over the next 6 weeks we’ll focus on simple strategies you can implement easily to maintain your own self-care and well being over the holiday season so you can avoid holiday burnout and new years resolution regret. By taking care of your needs too and saving some of that love you pour out to everyone else, for yourself you can sail through the holidays with your sanity intact and go into the new year feeling calm, grounded and ...
Nov 15, 2023•26 min
In this inspiring episode, we sit down with former Weight Watchers coach, turned anti-diet, Randi Cox. Randi shares her powerful story about what compelled her to leave her decade long job at Weight Watchers. Tune in as we spill the tea, including all that Randi lost and all that she’s gained since she turned her back on dieting. As a mom to a young daughter, Randi is passionate about helping other moms to divorce diet culture and embrace their bodies. Her journey is not just abo...
Nov 08, 2023•33 min
**Are you subscribed to our email list? A special offer is coming that will help you navigate the holidays with ease so you feel in control, content and satisfied and avoid the New Year New You trap. Subscribe here to be in the know! Debunking Myths of Pseudo Dieting with Krista Beck We all know diets don’t work, but if you’re struggling with food and weight “psuedo dieting” could be to blame. Join us for an enlightening conversation with Krista Beck, a certified intu...
Nov 01, 2023•32 min
What if every decision you made amplified your self-confidence rather than nibbling away at it? Imagine navigating your day, from what you eat to your life’s larger choices, with a newfound trust in your judgment. Do you find yourself questioning each decision, even after you've made it? We address this head-on, exploring how societal conditioning often leads us down a path of second-guessing and deference. But there's a way out. We share practical insights on breakin...
Oct 25, 2023•25 min
Welcome to part 4 of our 5 part series about Befriending Your Body. In this episode, we explore the 3 step process to move from body shame and self criticism to self acceptance and complete confidence. Using a real life example, Kim highlights how the path to acceptance has little to do with the scale but a lot with how we view and speak to ourselves. Tune in to learn how you can get to the root of your struggles with food, exercise and body so that you can experience true, lasting transforma...
Oct 17, 2023•21 min
Strap yourselves in for a refreshingly candid conversation with certified non-diet health and life coach, Kate Williams Stone, as we delve into the often overlooked subject of perimenopause. Kate, a compassionate ally for women undergoing this transformational path, dispels myths and misconceptions with a wellspring of wisdom and empathy. Our conversation takes us through the fascinating changes our bodies undergo during perimenopause. We discuss the unexpected ways our bodies protect us and ...
Oct 11, 2023•35 min
In this episode we hear from Debby, who shares her story of what befriending her body has made available for her. Prior to beginning 1:1 coaching, Debby felt stuck and unfulfilled in life, and truly believed that her body was the problem. She thought that losing weight would allow her to find love, get her dream job, wear the clothes she wanted, travel - but felt hopeless because even after substantial weight loss, she still felt the same way. She struggled with emotional ea...
Oct 04, 2023•52 min
Welcome to part 2 of our 5 part series on Befriending Your Body. In this episode we explore the endless possibilities that open up when we nurture a positive body relationship. By fostering a kind and respectful bond with our bodies, we unlock a world of potential, not just in health but in every facet of life. Through captivating real-life stories, this episode highlights the profound changes our coaching clients have experienced when they shift their perspective and embrace the...
Sep 27, 2023•39 min
Get ready for a fresh perspective on a topic we all grapple with: body image. In this episode, we dive deep into the concept of "Building a Positive Body Relationship." Instead of focusing solely on what we see in the mirror, we explore the transformative journey of fostering a respectful and trusting bond with our bodies. Society often bombards us with "ideal" standards, leading many to feel disconnected from their own selves. But what if there's a more holistic way to view ourselves? ...
Sep 20, 2023•24 min
If you’ve ever felt like you can’t have or do the things you want in life because you worry that doing so would mean you’re selfish, uncaring or ungrateful - this is the episode for you. As women we’re taught to play small - don’t ruffle feathers, don’t be too bold, too loud, too assertive, too anything. And as such so many of us are living unfulfilling lives that leave us feeling inauthentic, overwhelmed and resentful. Well it’s time to flip the script. The truth is, when we honour our...
Sep 13, 2023•21 min
Ever felt a pang of discomfort or even surprise looking at a picture of yourself? You're not alone. In the latest episode of the Power in Motion podcast, Kim delves into the emotional whirlwind that can arise when we see ourselves in photos. Kim shares a personal journey that led her to a profound realization about self-perception, body image, and the societal pressures that shape our reactions. As she unveils her recent brand transformation, she touches upon the intriguing dichotomy between ...
Sep 06, 2023•22 min
A brief update today on what's been happening behind the scenes at Radiant Vitality. We're working to update our website, and offerings and are super excited to share that with you in a few weeks. What that means to you is the podcast is taking a little break so Kim can focus her creative energies on that project. We'll return to our regular weekly schedule Sept. 6th. Support the show
Aug 16, 2023•5 min
In this enlightening episode, Kim sits down with chronic pain expert Dr. Andrea Moore, to delve into the multifaceted world of chronic pain. They discuss what defines chronic pain, why pain is essential as a protective mechanism, and the intriguing connection between chronic pain and the nervous system. Dr. Andrea sheds light on the complexities of acute vs. chronic pain and explains how emotional stress and even generational trauma can contribute to chronic pain. The conver...
Aug 09, 2023•41 min
