EP 60 – Mindset, movement and the debate around posture (interview with Tom Waldron)

In this episode Matt talks to movement coach Tom Waldron. Tom is a Pilates teacher, biomechanics coach and Franklin method practitioner and he uses his unique experience to educate movement teachers and help his clients move better, rehab from injuries and reduce pain.In the episode the pair discuss their views on Pilates as a method, the role of placebo and its connection to language and clients expectation. The conversation then moves onto the landscape of social media and how this polarized world of different camps and opinions can become confusing for clients and teachers alike, they then discuss the latest debate within the movement world which is:Alignment is everything vs alignment is not importantInterested in working with Tom or attending one of his courses, details below. https://www.tomwaldronmovementtherapy.co.uk/Email - [email protected] - @tomwaldronmoveFacebook - tomwaldronmove 

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Matt Marney has been working in the well-being space for over 20 years. He is a personal trainer, group exercise/Pilates instructor and meditation teacher. This unique blend and experience gives Matt an appreciation and understanding of the mind body connection and its role in promoting optimal health, wellbeing and performance.

Over the last decade Matt has also worked as a teacher trainer where he shares his experience with movement teachers and fitness professionals. This role ensures Matt is up to date with the latest research and developments in the industry and he delivers this knowledge with passion and enthusiasm.

After training hundreds of clients over the years he realised the same misconceptions about health and wellbeing came up time and again therefore he decided to start a corporate wellbeing company Wellness Education Dubai in the hope he could educate and motivate more people. He realised taking the right information and motivation to groups at the workplace could be more impactful and he enjoys educating and inspiring groups to become empowered and create agency (for individuals) to make real change.

This podcast is another vehicle Matt uses to educate and motivate people more people.