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Missy Bunch is a multi-certified movement coach, entrepreneur, speaker, educator, and podcast host with over 15 years of experience helping health and wellness professionals build expertise, confidence, and thriving businesses.

Her journey began as a professional dancer battling injuries—until one brain-based session erased four years of chronic knee pain. That breakthrough didn’t just transform her movement; it reshaped her career. She went from mastering neurology-based movement strategies to scaling successful businesses and is now on a mission to empower other professionals to do the same.

As the Founder of The Movement Mentality LLC, Co-Founder of Movement IQ, a Z-Health Master Trainer, and host of The Movement Mentality Podcast, Missy blends cutting-edge neuroscience with proven business strategies. She helps movement professionals go beyond technique—teaching them how to attract clients, increase income, and create lasting impact. Whether through mentorship, education, or real-world business coaching, Missy is on a mission to turn passion into profit while making the wellness industry stronger, smarter, and more sustainable.

Beyond her professional achievements, Missy is a dedicated mother, wife, and advocate for health, movement, and family. She is passionate about helping others build businesses that support the lives they truly want to live.

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The Movement Mentality Podcast with Missy Bunch Ep. 23 Navigating the Virtual Yoga Landscape with Francesca Cervero Missy sits down with seasoned yoga educator Francesca Cervero to explore what it takes to build a sustainable, values-led teaching business in the virtual world. Francesca has been teaching private yoga full-time since 2005 and training other yoga teachers since 2012, and in this conversation, she shares lessons learned from decades in the industry. They discuss the evolution of...
The Movement Mentality Podcast with Missy Bunch Ep. 22 What's The Point? In this solo episode, Missy tackles one of the most common questions plaguing online entrepreneurs and creators: What’s the point? She speaks candidly about the emotional rollercoaster of being consistent online, the stories we tell ourselves, and the real reasons we feel blocked when it comes to showing up. Using personal experiences, client anecdotes, and lessons from the Landmark Forum, Missy unpacks the deeper reason...
The Movement Mentality Podcast with Missy Bunch Ep. 21 From IT to Neuro Training: Matt Bush's Journey In this powerful conversation, Missy sits down with internationally recognized neuro performance coach Matt Bush to explore why understanding how your brain works should be for everyone, not just medical professionals. Matt shares his journey from applied neurology and sport science to becoming a movement educator for everyday humans, elite athletes, and recovering patients alike. He unpacks ...
The Movement Mentality Podcast with Missy Bunch Ep. 20 Imperfect Consistency - with Gilliam Brown In this heartfelt and energizing episode, Missy Bunch welcomes Gilliam Brown—a movement specialist, wellness leader, and mom of three—for a candid conversation about what it really takes to stay consistent in a wellness practice while navigating the chaos of life. Gill shares how she’s learned to embrace “imperfect consistency,” the difference between flexibility and excuses, and how movement has...
The Movement Mentality Podcast with Missy Bunch Ep. 19 - Meet my husband! In this intimate and inspiring episode, Missy sits down with her husband, Ryan Steenrod, to talk about his winding path from bartender to brick-and-mortar gym owner to six-figure virtual corporate wellness coach. They dive into his origin story in the movement industry, lessons learned from running a gym, their early entrepreneurial days as a couple, and how they’ve designed a family-first life and business togeth...
The Movement Mentality Podcast with Missy Bunch Ep. 18 - Exciting News! In this raw and heartfelt solo episode, Missy Bunch shares her personal journey of pregnancy, loss, healing, and hope as she announces her third pregnancy. She opens up about the physical and emotional rollercoaster of her past pregnancies, including two miscarriages and a C-section birth and reflects on how these deeply human experiences have shaped her understanding of the body, grief, and resilience. From passin...
The Movement Mentality Podcast with Missy Bunch Ep. 17 - From Bodybuilding to Healing: A Transformation Story with Jerame Mudick In this grounding and expansive episode, Missy welcomes somatic guide and breathwork facilitator Jerame Mudick to The Movement Mentality Podcast. They explore what it means to come home to the body, the unexpected grief of healing, and why slowing down is essential for true transformation. Jerame opens up about his journey from fitness and functional health into dee...
The Movement Mentality Podcast with Missy Bunch Ep. 16 - The Intersection of Trauma and Pelvic Health with Sydney Zwicker In this deeply moving episode, Missy sits down with Sydney Zwicker, a trauma integration bodyworker and pelvic health specialist based in Denver, Colorado. Sydney shares her journey from art and mythology student to internationally recognized practitioner in somatic pelvic healing. Together, they unpack the physical, emotional, and spiritual dimensions of healing, w...
The Movement Mentality Podcast with Missy Bunch Ep. 15 - Breaking Records: The Journey of an Ocean Rower with Sophia Walters In this powerful episode, Missy Bunch welcomes ocean rower and multi-sport athlete Sophia Walters to explore the intersection of athletic grit, personal transformation, and nervous system wisdom. Sophia shares the origin story behind her world-record ocean row, how trauma shaped her early athletic pursuits, and why she’s now channeling her energy toward purpose-d...
The Movement Mentality Podcast with Missy Bunch Ep. 14 - Michelle Hu's Journey: From Deafness to Advocacy In this deeply moving and inspiring episode, Missy sits down with her friend and fellow powerhouse Dr. Michelle Hu, a pediatric audiologist who also happens to be deaf. From receiving her diagnosis as a child to becoming a leader, educator, and advocate for families navigating hearing loss, Michelle shares her incredible story of identity, resilience, and transformation. Together, they ex...
The Movement Mentality Podcast Ep. 13 - The Evolution of Personal Training with Andrew Eaton In this episode of The Movement Mentality Podcast, host Missy Bunch introduces her friend Andrew Eaton, a movement and fitness expert. They discuss their shared passion for movement, the importance of personal growth, and the challenges of navigating the fitness industry in the digital age. Andrew shares his journey from being bullied as a child to becoming a fitness professional and moving across t...
The Movement Mentality Podcast Ep. 12 - Navigating Chronic Pain and Professional Growth with Colleen Jorgensen Hey, everyone! Welcome to the Movement Mentality Podcast. In this episode of 'The Movement Mentality Podcast,' host Missy talks with her friend and colleague, Colleen Jorgensen, about her extensive journey in the field of exercise science and osteopathy. Colleen shares her struggles and triumphs in overcoming chronic pain, the development of her business ventures, and her dedi...
The Movement Mentality Podcast Ep. 11 - The Art of Transition: From Rock Star to Fitness Coach with Anthony Roumell Hey, everyone! Welcome to the Movement Mentality Podcast. In this episode Missy interviews her close friend Anthony Roumell, delving into his fascinating journey from being a teenage rock star to a successful gym owner and martial artist. Anthony shares how his love of music, ignited by his family's rich musical heritage, evolved into a passion for fitness and movement. He discu...
The Movement Mentality Podcast with Missy Bunch Ep. 10 - Missy's Guide to Success: 10 Essential Rules Hey, everyone! Welcome to the Movement Mentality Podcast. In this episode Missy Bunch, an entrepreneur and movement expert, shares her top ten self-made rules for living a fulfilling life and running a successful business. Missy delves into optimizing your energy, setting strict boundaries, embracing failure, being authentic, and more. She emphasizes the importance of inner work, customer fee...
The Movement Mentality Podcast with Missy Bunch Ep. 9 - How I deal with unkind comments Hey, everyone! Welcome to the Movement Mentality Podcast. In this episode Missy shares her personal experiences and insights on handling negative and hurtful comments on social media. Drawing from two key examples, Missy highlights how even positive, non-controversial content can attract criticism and offers practical advice on how to prepare for and manage these inevitable online challenges. With a focus ...
The Movement Mentality Podcast with Missy Bunch Episode 08: Transform Your Relationship with Marketing Hey, everyone! Welcome to the Movement Mentality Podcast. In today’s episode, I talk about how to change your relationship with marketing, persevering through the ‘no’s, understanding your value, how to make money while making an impact, and starting with what you already know. In this Episode: [01:44] What is marketing?[02:38] Changing my relationship to marketing.[10:55] Ever...
The Movement Mentality Podcast with Missy Bunch Episode 07: Reconnecting and Reflecting: A Heartfelt Conversation Hey, everyone! Welcome to the Movement Mentality Podcast. In today’s episode, I’m joined by Anna Hartman to talk about the crazy story of our friendship, learning to have the difficult conversations, the different manifestations of grief, holding space for Anna’s mom, and allowing ourselves to let go of societal expectations. In this Episode: [01:44] A bit about Anna.[10:04...
The Movement Mentality Podcast with Missy Bunch Episode 06: My Battle With Pink Measuring Tape! Hey, everyone! Welcome to the Movement Mentality Podcast. In today’s episode, I talk about my journey with self-image issues, embracing body changes, how parenting changed my perspective, and how to change harmful body image habits. In this Episode: [01:31] The past 4 years of my life.[02:08] Parenthood.[05:54] Making a change.[09:12] Why it’s important.[14:34] Your weight is not you...
In this episode of the Movement Mentality Podcast, host Missy Bunch welcomes Meghann to the show for an authentic conversation about personal journeys in health and wellness. Missy shares her desire to go beyond the typical 30-second bios found in many podcasts, emphasizing the importance of understanding the real stories behind movement professionals. Meghann opens up about her own experiences, discussing the challenges she faced and the practical strategies she used to overcome adversity, s...
Beyond Awareness: The Journey Through Trauma and Transformation Hey, everyone! Welcome to the Movement Mentality Podcast. In today’s episode, Dr. Perry Nickelston joins the show to talk about the nature of pain, overcoming trauma, reframing meaning, taking steps towards lasting change, using the power of words to make a difference, and finding ways to climb out of the quicksand moments in life. In this Episode: [00:59] About Dr. Perry.[13:48] The quicksand moments.[18:54] When yo...
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