Ep 41. Movement as Medicine — How Pilates, Breathwork & Dance Help Women Heal from the Inside Out
Release Date: 08/04/2025
Ep. 59 Gym Confidence for Women: How to Feel Stronger and More Comfortable in the Weight Room
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Walking into the gym, especially the weight room can feel intimidating for a lot of women. In this episode of Burpees for Breakfast, I’m helping you build real gym confidence through small mindset shifts and practical habits that make workouts feel more empowering and less overwhelming. If you’ve ever struggled with gym intimidation, comparing yourself to others, or feeling unsure in the weights section, this episode will help you start showing up with more presence and confidence. Confidence in the gym isn’t something you either have or don’t have it’s something you...
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Ep. 58 How Women Can Build Real Gym Confidence With Smart Planning & Support
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Confidence doesn't magically appear in the gym, just like the fitness results don't show up overnight; It's built brick by brick. In this episode of Burpees For Breakfast, I'm talking directly to the women who want to feel more confident in the gym and less anxious walking into their workouts. In this episode, we cover: Why going into your workout with a plan reduces anxiety How to be flexible when your body isn't feeling 100% without quitting (If you've ever showed up to train legs but realize you strained your back overnight..you know) Easy ways to boost your motivation on days you're not...
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Ep. 57 How to Stay Consistent in the Gym When Motivation Fades | Silencing Your Inner Critic
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Struggling with fitness motivation or negative self-talk ? If you’re trying to stay consistent with your workouts but your inner critic keeps sabotaging your progress, this episode will help you build a stronger fitness mindset. In this episode of Burpees For Breakfast, Irene breaks down how to overcome negative self-talk, build mental strength, and stay consistent with your workouts even when motivation fades. This episode covers: • Fitness mindset for beginners • Tips to stop self-sabotage in the gym • Overcoming gym anxiety and imposter syndrome • Workout motivation when...
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Ep. 56 For the Woman in Her 30s Who Feels Stuck with Fitness
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If you’re a woman in your 30s who feels stuck in your fitness journey, this episode is for you. This is a reminder that fitness has seasons—and real progress doesn’t come from pushing harder. It comes from showing up differently, with intention and consistency. Burpees for Breakfast helps women build sustainable fitness habits, improve their relationship with exercise, and make progress that fits real life—not perfection. If you’re ready to stop starting over and move forward with clarity, press play. 🎧 Listen now: Ep. 51 — You Don’t Need More Time, You Need a Mindset Shift ...
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Ep. 55 Are You Doing Pilates Wrong? How To Avoid Injuries And Get Real Results
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If you’ve ever left a Pilates class feeling sore, misaligned, or wondering if you did more harm than good, this episode explains why. I break down the most common Pilates mistakes that lead to injuries, why Pilates is not a Bootcamp or muscle-building workout, and the mindset traps that cause people to push too hard. Plus, a mid-episode guest pops in for a quick myth-buster on what Pilates can realistically do for strength — and what it can’t — so you can get the most out of every class. Loving the show? Leave a Review!
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Ep 54. Answering Your Fitness Questions: Reducing Belly Fat, Core Strengthening Tips For Women pt.2
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Ep 53. Myth Busters: Reducing Belly Fat for Women Pt. 1
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Can you target belly fat? In this episode I’m breaking down the myths around “quick fixes” and shares what actually supports fat loss. No gimmicks, no shortcuts—just real sustainable fitness talk on what works long-term.
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Ep 52. Answering Your Fitness Questions: Is a Pilates Studio Worth It?
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Wondering if a Pilates studio is worth it? In this episode I’m sharing what most people don’t consider and a story that might surprise you.
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Ep 51. You Don’t Need More Time—You Need a Mindset Shift
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You don’t need more time—you need a new perspective. Here’s how to stop using “busy” as your barrier to movement 🎧 Listen to “Train For Life, Not Aesthetics” — a 4-part series on building sustainable fitness habits, reframing your mindset, and training for the long run—not just the look.
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Ep. 50 - The Journey Behind Burpees for Breakfast: From 1:1 Coaching to a Movement in Fitness and Self-Growth
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Burpees for Breakfast started as an idea during my 1:1 training sessions — a way to help women overcome the small, everyday challenges on their fitness journeys. What began as personal coaching has grown into a movement to help you rise up, move your body, and choose yourself every day. In this milestone episode, I'm sharing the story behind the name, how the show was born, and how fitness can help you overcome life's toughest obstacles and create lasting change beyond aesthetics. Thank you for being part of this journey — for showing up for me, for the show, and most importantly, for...
info_outlineEp 41. Movement as Medicine — How Pilates, Breathwork & Dance Help Women Heal from the Inside Out
In this episode of Burpees for Breakfast, I’m sharing my personal journey to becoming a certified mat Pilates instructor—and how movement became a powerful tool for emotional healing.
If traditional talk therapy has left you feeling stuck, this episode is for you. If you’re curious if Pilates has any real benefits, I’m diving into how women can release pent-up emotions, stored trauma, and daily stress through intentional movement. From breathwork in deep stretches like pigeon pose to tapping into energy centers like the sacral chakra, you’ll learn how your body holds wisdom and how to listen.
We also explore the healing power of dance and intuitive movement as a way to reconnect with yourself and your body. Movement isn’t just about aesthetics—it’s about transformation, release, and reclaiming your power.
Special Guest Spotlight: Marissa Rivera
Professional dancer and choreographer, joins us to share how Pilates has supported her physically in the dance world. She unpacks how small, intentional movements can build real strength, deepen body awareness, and shift how you move through life—on and off the mat.
Whether you’re new to Pilates or deep in your wellness journey, this episode will leave you feeling seen, inspired, and ready to move with purpose.
Articles to deepen your understanding and expand your inner and outer worlds!
"The powerful connection between your hips and your emotions.” - Healthline
Neuroscience and somatic points to the potential storage vessel of emotions.
Eliza Blooms article shares that the lower chakras—root, sacral, solar plexus—are often where our trauma lives and where our felt sense of stability and safety originates
https://elizablooms.com/2024/01/11/healing-the-lower-chakras-why-trauma-healing-requires-Healing the Lower Chakras: Why trauma healing requires safety above all else
By Katharine Chan, MSc, BSc, PMP
“The Sacral Chakra —What to Know About the Sex and Sensuality Chakra”
“TikTok Is Using Hip Stretching To Heal Its Collective Trauma” - Allure by Emily Rekstis
**Trigger warning: this story contains references to sexual assault**
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