Best Erica Ziel Podcasts (2024)

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Prenatal & Postpartum Exercise with Erica Ziel of Knocked Up Fitness 44:55

11h ago44:55

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She’s the creator and owner of Knocked Up Fitness, an online platform that is chock full of digital resources for perinatal women. Pregnancy fitness is Erica’s speciality and she’s here to share her perspective on maintaining a healthy core, weight training, running and correcting postural issues after baby. Find her at Knocked Up Fitness Subscribe…

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How You Can Relieve Tight Hamstrings Through Strengthening 24:29

5d ago24:29

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Movement Observation: Tight hamstrings are often a result of weakness, not strength. Lemme explain—better yet—lemme give you an example… When you get done with a long run or walk, your hamstrings feel incredibly tight. You might think it's because they're strong, but oftentimes this tightness is due to weakness in the hamstrings, which are compensa…

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Thriving After Hip Replacement with Lisa Shelly 34:06

8d ago34:06

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As a 53 year old, she was hypermobile and also going through perimenopause with hip pain and limitation of range of motion. Lisa tried everything including physical therapy and cortisone shots before pulling the trigger for a hip replacement. Subscribe to the Blog by Wrap Your Head Around Silks Roll It Out Registration Order your copy, ebook or aud…

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NICU & Fears of Cerebral Palsy with Renee Annie Lou Pratt 41:33

8h ago41:33

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She ended up with an emergency C-Section, a NICU stay and an unknown amount of brain damage for her second child. We discuss the anxiety of reaching milestones for her kid and the shear amount of change the woman must go through in motherhood. Subscribe to the Blog by Wrap Your Head Around Silks Roll It Out Registration Order your copy, ebook or au…

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Natural Birth & Gen Z Starting Families with Anna Novene 51:08

23d ago51:08

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She’s three months postpartum and a first time mom. Anna shares her experience with prenatal training, unmedicated labor and co-sleeping. Subscribe to the Blog by Wrap Your Head Around Silks Roll It Out Registration Order your copy, ebook or audio book of UNDERSTANDING AERIAL SILKS on Amazon Reach me on Instagram @kerrywee1 Greener Grass Podcast HE…

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Three Babies and a Circus Center with Emmy Moon of The Apollo Center 42:03

11d ago42:03

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Emmy & her husband opened The Apollo Center in Colorado thirteen years ago and have since then brought three girls into the world. She shares a day in their life, how her pregnancies went and how exactly she balances it all. Subscribe to the Blog by Wrap Your Head Around Silks Roll It Out Registration Order your copy, ebook or audio book of UNDERST…

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Mourning the Loss of a Birth Plan with Karissa Chen 45:54

20d ago45:54

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When it’s not as magical as you thought it would be. Karissa’s a writer, aerial hobbyist & boy mom. She planned for a vaginal delivery but her baby came early in distress. After his heart rate dropped while in labor, she ended up with an emergency c-section and an amniotic embolism that put her life at risk. Subscribe to the Blog by Wrap Your Head …

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How to Break Free from Painful Movement and Start Trusting Your Body When You’re Afraid to Move 18:22

1M ago18:22

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Do you ever go to move and notice your body resisting the movement? Almost like your body put the brakes on and was like, “Woooah, I don’t know if I like this movement.” Let me tell you why this is happening: your past experiences are shaping your reality or what you believe to be true. It’s your body’s way of protecting you from the pain you are a…

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Balancing Act with Two Kids & Full Time Jobs with Anna Guastella 56:04

27d ago56:04

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She’s ten months postpartum with her second child and both parents will eventually be back to work full time. Anna talks about navigating the nuts and bolts of getting both kids in daycare and getting to her own job when it comes time. Find her @banannagram88 Subscribe to the Blog by Wrap Your Head Around Silks Roll It Out Registration Order your c…

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Six Months of Nausea with Sophia Herscu Owner of Commonwealth Circus Center 53:12

1M ago53:12

53:12

She’s a studio owner and studied & is involved in social circus with @circusup. We discuss the importance of social circus and the inclusion of underserved communities. Then we dig into her experience in pregnancy where she experienced six months of nausea & vomiting then jump in to what it’s like being around circus when you can’t physically parti…

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Healthy Kids, Happy Kids: How to Use Integrative Strategies for Better Health Outcomes with Dr. Elisa Song 57:46

2M ago57:46

57:46

Have you ever wondered what truly drives your child's health and wellness? (like using integrative strategies over conventional?) Because I have… In fact, that’s just one of the many, MANY reasons I couldn’t wait to have this conversation with Dr. Elisa Song, creator of Healthy Kids, Happy Kids. Because when I say Dr. Song has transformed the lands…

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A Journey Through Multiple Miscarriages with Sarah Holmes of Paper Doll Militia - Part 2 46:12

1M ago46:12

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We pick up the story after her third miscarriage in this episode. I’m sure you’re on the edge of your seat as I was recording this interview. Sarah brings us to the present time with her epic story in becoming a mother. Find her @paperdollmilitia Subscribe to the Blog by Wrap Your Head Around Silks Roll It Out Registration Order your copy, ebook or…

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A Journey Through Multiple Miscarriages with Sarah Holmes of Paper Doll Militia - Part 1 48:19

1M ago48:19

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At thirty-eight, her and her husband began the journey of beginning a family and it did not go as planned. Sarah joins us in her twenty-eighth week in her fifth pregnancy to share the pain, growth and beauty of the last few years of her life. Find her @paperdollmilitia Subscribe to the Blog by Wrap Your Head Around Silks Roll It Out Registration Or…

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Unlocking Skin and Gut Health Secrets Dr. William Davis 56:56

2M ago56:56

56:56

Can I be real with you for a moment? I mean, you listen to the podcast already so I know you and I are virtual friends. Okay, here I go: I'd rather nourish my body from within than rely on quick-fix solutions that don't last. And that’s the kind of lasting wellness that I wish for you, too. In this episode, Dr. William Davis and I had a conversatio…

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Hypermobility, Shoulder Health & Chronic Pain Management with Bethany Shum of Flexibility Matters 59:51

2M ago59:51

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She’s a physio and aerial hobbyist who works with aerial, acro & cheer athletes in the UK. We dive into preventative tips for healthy shoulders as well as shoulder dyskenisia and dislocation recovery. Beth just had ACL surgery herself and is launching a podcast called Growth Thru Movement. Subscribe to the Blog by Wrap Your Head Around Silks Roll I…

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Hernia Repair & Tongue Tie with Jessica Peterson Motherhood & Infant Occupational Therapist 48:13

3M ago48:13

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She’s back for a check in after a hernia repair and tongue tie release. Jessica underwent myo-functional therapy for her tongue and also gives guidance on infant tongue ties. Find her @matrescence_ot Subscribe to the Blog by Wrap Your Head Around Silks Roll It Out Registration Order your copy, ebook or audio book of UNDERSTANDING AERIAL SILKS on Am…

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Anterior Pelvic Tilt, Inversions Postpartum & Breast Feeding Postural Imbalances with Aaron Koz of CircSi Podcast - Part 2 55:05

3M ago55:05

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Aaron grills me this time on the trends I’m seeing with my guests. We discuss the how pregnancy creates or increases an anterior pelvic tilt, how shoulder participation in inversions can pick up the slack while the core is recovering and how using functional movement principles can help mom’s prevent injury when picking up a toy while holding a tod…

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Prenatal Weight Training Contraindications & Pelvic Floor Health - Part 1 with Aaron Koz of CircSi Podcast 56:08

3M ago56:08

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Who doesn’t need a circus podcast crossover? Aaron’s the host of CircSi, coach and more. We nerd out on weight training for pregnant people and about pelvic floor health for every human. He feels like a brother from another mother. This is part one of our conversation. Find him @circkoz Listen to our crossover episode on CircSi Podcast Subscribe to…

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Planned C-Section & Breast Feeding Troubles with Brittney Montalvo 34:24

3M ago34:24

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When nothing really goes as planned and you also have Rheumatoid arthritis to manage. Brittney is back to give us a postpartum update. She ended up with a a horrible cold the last month of her pregnancy, an unexpected C-section, trouble with breast feeding and a big RA flareup. Find her @ra_aerialist Subscribe to the Blog by Wrap Your Head Around S…

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Shattered Ankle with Lucy Abdullah Owner of Freedom Aerial 32:17

3M ago32:17

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She shattered her ankle and broke the tibia coming down into the mat at the wrong angle while practicing. Lucy is currently a few months past her surgery and just beginning weight bearing exercise. We talk about both our injuries and the painstaking process back to health. Find her @aerialucy Subscribe to the Blog by Wrap Your Head Around Silks Rol…

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Running a studio with Annika Saigi Owner of Nin Yoga 41:41

4M ago41:41

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At one point, she owned five studios, four yoga and one aerial studio. Annika currently has two yoga in Sydney, AUS and tells us how she does it all with two kids under 5. Find her @ninyoga_ Subscribe to the Blog by Wrap Your Head Around Silks Roll It Out Registration Order your copy, ebook or audio book of UNDERSTANDING AERIAL SILKS on Amazon Reac…

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The BEST Strategies to Overcome Setbacks with Sean-Michael Doty 38:02

4M ago38:02

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This is going to be hard for you to hear… Setbacks are invaluable opportunities for growth and development as you step towards success. (Yelling this from the rooftops!!) As a pre and postnatal exercise specialist who helps women heal their bodies from pain and dysfunction, I gained so much perspective during this conversation with Sean-Michael Dot…

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Prenatal Pilates with Athena Sterig Barbeito Owner of I Love My Pilates 50:40

4M ago50:40

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She owns a pilates studio in Southern California, is a mom of two and a dancer. We talk about perinatal Pilates, a day in her busy life and geek out on her pilates equipment. Find her @Ilovemypilates Subscribe to the Blog by Wrap Your Head Around Silks Roll It Out Registration Order your copy, ebook or audio book of UNDERSTANDING AERIAL SILKS on Am…

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Balancing Owning a Studio with Family Life with Claudia Torkelson Co-Owner of Aerium 28:17

4M ago28:17

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She’s the mom of four, a pilates trainer and co-owner of Aerium in San Antonio, TX. We discuss how they started a studio in the pandemic, how she balances everything plus homeschooling her seven year old daughter. Find her @the.aerial.ninja Subscribe to the Blog by Wrap Your Head Around Silks Roll It Out Registration Order your copy, ebook or audio…

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Finding Acceptance in Your Diagnosis to Heal with Megan Evans 44:24

4M ago44:24

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Wanna know the most important element in healing a diagnosis or symptom? … Acceptance. … And then it’s befriending it. … And then it’s communicating with it. Here’s the thing: I know (I know, I know) that acceptance FEELS very challenging… and that’s why people resist it. But it’s necessary. And one of my favorite examples of this is Megan Evans, f…

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Understanding Endometriosis with Cindy Dabrowska 51:00

4M ago51:00

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She’s a registered dietitian and endo-warrior with a speciality in endometriosis and all the ways it affects women including with fertility issues. Find her @endo.fertility.dietitian Subscribe to the Blog by Wrap Your Head Around Silks Roll It Out Registration Order your copy, ebook or audio book of UNDERSTANDING AERIAL SILKS on Amazon Reach me on …

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STOP Doing Crunches to Strengthen Your Core 15:09

5M ago15:09

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Harsh reality: Crunches are doing more harm than good. That's not what you're used to hearing, is it? But the good news is that there's a better way to strengthen your core. (Just like anything else with movement, eh?) And because I truly (TRULY!) care about you and your well-being, I’m sharing all of the reasons why you should stop doing crunches.…

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Starting a Circus Company with Xochitl Sosa of Cirque Vida 40:14

5M ago40:14

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She’s an Austin-based trapeze specialist who’s created her own circus company, Cirque Vida. She’s a former Cirque du Soleil performer and is currently three months postpartum with her second child and gives us a debrief on her experience. Find her @circus_xochitl_ Subscribe to the Blog by Wrap Your Head Around Silks Roll It Out Registration Order y…

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Preventative Double Masectomy with Tristabel Akila 43:29

5M ago43:29

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Her mom was diagnosed with breast cancer at 41 so Trista started to get screened via mammograms, ultrasound and MRI as early as 21. After years of screening and taking a hard look at her risk factors, Trista opted for an elective double mastectomy followed by reconstruction. Find her @tristabelakila Subscribe to the Blog by Wrap Your Head Around Si…

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The Mindset to Embrace When Prioritizing Movement Postpartum with Amber Marker 40:39

5M ago40:39

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There’s something we must do when healing postpartum. Shift our mindset about movement and results. Here’s the deal: as new mothers, we find ourselves juggling countless responsibilities while neglecting our own well-being. That said, prioritizing movement postpartum is not about getting back in shape but rather reclaiming our strength, confidence,…

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Getting Pregnant with PCOS and Teaching Straps Prenatal with Crissy Jung 47:27

5M ago47:27

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She’s a straps aerialist in Phoenix, AZ who also suffers from polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS). It took five cycles of ovulation medication and a year and a half to get pregnant. Crissy is currently in her third trimester, continuing to coach her students and also just starting a home renovation. Find her @crissyscurious Silks Level 1 Teacher Tra…

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MTHFR and Pregnancy: What Women Need to Know with Dr. Ricardo Miranda 43:08

5M ago43:08

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Can you imagine unraveling the mysteries of your health with just a simple genetic test? (Yes, it IS possible!) This actually happened to clients Dr. Ricardo Miranda (aka the “pioneer of MTHFR genetic mutation research” and CEO of MTHFRdoctors.com) has worked with. But before Dr. Ricardo started revolutionizing genetic health, he had an interest in…

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Unplanned C-Section with Heather Berry 31:10

5M ago31:10

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She was diagnosed with gestational hypertension at 37 weeks. Heather was induced unsuccessfully in the hospital for three days only to get sent home. On the second try, she ended up with an unplanned C-section due to the baby’s heart rate dropping. Heather trained until her 3rd trimester and talks about coming back to her practice. Subscribe to the…

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How Pilates Relieves Back Pain 38:37

5M ago38:37

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Ladies, her jaw was on the FLOOR. No back pain? After one Pilates session? It all started when I was in college, I became a certified Pilates instructor and witnessed how movement can heal the body... I then moved to California where I studied STOTT Pilates. It led me to create online courses, Knocked-Up Fitness, Core Rehab, and Core Studio, with m…

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Crohn’s Disease with Nicole Harvey 48:58

6M ago48:58

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Nicole Harvey is back to talk about Crohn’s disease which she’s suffered from since age 19. She’s been through a roller coaster of flares while also giving birth to her three girls since then. Nicole is now in remission and we discuss how anxiety plays a role, how she navigates vacations and how it affects her training. Silks Level 1 Teacher Traini…

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True Stories about Bravery to Live Courageously with Gina Gallaun 42:46

6M ago42:46

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Are you ready to let go of fearful thoughts and approach life with bravery and courage? (yes or yesss?) Grab your drink of choice and settle in – the stories and insights shared on this episode just might change your life. In this episode, Gina Gallaun and I chat as she shares some of the real-life stories from women she interviewed around the worl…

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36 Hour Home Birth Ending with a C-section with Kalina Suter 32:25

6M ago32:25

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She’s a trapeze specialist who became pregnant at the height of her aerial strength. Kalina wanted a home birth free of interventions but after 36 hours, she was still at 6 cm. We talk about traumatic birth and recovery from C-section. Find her @kalinasuter Silks Level 1 Teacher Training starts April 1, 2024 Subscribe to the Blog by Wrap Your Head …

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How to Optimize Hormonal Health and Embrace Spiritual Mindsets with Dr. Tabatha Barber 1:03:22

6M ago1:03:22

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Real talk: Hormonal health and weight management may feel like an uphill battle...but do you believe it's possible for YOU? If not, it’s time to start. And you can do this by looking at your symptoms (such as weight gain) not as a sign of betrayal from your body but rather your body trying to communicate with you. In fact, this is exactly what Dr. …

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