50. Beyond the Gym: How Mindset & Community Can Transform Movement with Beth Florio CPT, CNC
Description
In this episode, Sam sits down with Beth Florio, founder of Moving and Breathing, to discuss a refreshing approach to movement, exercise, and wellness. Beth shares her journey from dancer to personal trainer and nutrition coach, and how her philosophy centers on making movement accessible, enjoyable, and sustainable for everyone, especially women.
Key Topics Covered:
- Beth’s personal story: overcoming disordered eating and finding a balanced relationship with movement
- Why mindset is crucial for building healthy habits around exercise
- The importance of finding movement you enjoy (or at least don’t dread!) and letting go of “shoulds”
- How to break free from all-or-nothing thinking and redefine what “counts” as exercise
- The role of community and social connection in staying active
- Tips for strength training at home, even without a gym or equipment
- How language and early experiences shape our relationship with movement
- The value of flexibility, self-compassion, and neutral self-talk in fitness and body image
Connect with Beth:
- Instagram & Facebook: @movingandbreathing
- Website: movingandbreathing.com
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