Monthly Archives: October 2016

Podcast: Sarah Reed-Lieb



Sarah Reed-Lieb is a certified vinyasa yoga teacher and Licensed Professional Counselor. Sarah brings unique and inspired community yoga events to cool and creative venues throughout the ‘burgh. She is excited to help others find acceptance, encouragement, humor, lightness, and support through the practice of yoga.

Show Notes:
Sarah Reed-Lieb contact info:
sreedlieb@yahoo.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sarahlishy

Instagram: @sarahlishy

Sarah Reed-Lieb currently teaches the following classes at South Hills Power Yoga – Peters Township Studio:

  • Sundays 5-6pm Power60
  • Wednesdays 7:30-8:30pm Pay-What-You-Can
  • Fridays 6-7am All Levels

For studio and updated schedule information, see www.southhillspoweryoga.com

Upcoming Events with Sarah Reed-Lieb include:

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Attribution for Intro/Exit Podcast Music:
Marathon Man by Jason Shaw from the album Audionautix: Acoustic, licensed under an Attribution 3.0 United States License. Available at www.FreeMusicArchive.org


Podcast: Aubrey Johnson- Moxie Mind & Body Pilates Studio



Aubrey Johnson is a Pilates Method Alliance (PMA) certified Pilates Teacher and owner of Moxie Mind & Body Pilates Studio in Pittsburgh, PA. Aubrey received her BA in dance from Point Park University in Pittsburgh, PA and her comprehensive Pilates teacher training from Power Pilates in New York City. Aubrey is a teacher trainer for Power Pilates and offers mat and comprehensive teacher trainings at her studio. Aubrey regularly attends continuing education workshops and seminars to further her knowledge and education, including programs at Vintage Pilates in Los Angeles titled “The Work” and “Teaching the Work,” in which she studied with renowned teacher and Pilates elder, Jay Grimes. In addition to her mentorship with Jay Grimes, Aubrey also mentors under Kathi Ross-Nash through her program “The Red Thread”. Aubrey’s studio is a place where clients’ bodies and lives are changed for the better by guiding them to efficiently and effectively apply their practice to their everyday activities and hobbies. Thus resulting in a longer, healthier, and happier life.

Show Notes:
Aubrey Johnson contact info:

Aubrey@moxiemindandbody.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/moxiemindandbody

Instagram: @moxiemindandbody

Upcoming Workshops at Moxie Mind & Body include:
Pilates Workshops with Karen Frischmann of Vintage Pilates November 4-6, 2016

For additional information and to register:
http://www.moxiemindandbody.com/workshops

For additional information on Karen Frischmann:
http://www.karenfrischmann.com

or

http://www.vintagepilates.com/karen-frischmann/

Links mentioned in the Podcast:

Point Park University, Pittsburgh, PA
http://www.pointpark.edu

Power Pilates, Classical Pilates Education
http://www.powerpilates.com

Sterling Yoga & Wellness Center, Dormont, PA (current home of South Hills satellite location for Moxie)
http://www.sterlingyoga.com

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Attribution for Intro/Exit Podcast Music:
Marathon Man by Jason Shaw from the album Audionautix: Acoustic, licensed under an Attribution 3.0 United States License. Available at www.FreeMusicArchive.org


Podcast: Doug Bentz- aka Swami Doug



Doug Bentz- aka Swami Doug is a Professor in the Dance Department in the Conservatory of Performing Arts at Point Park University in Pittsburgh, PA, where he has been training dancers professionally for over 40 years. Swami Doug earned a BA in Dance from Butler University in Indianapolis, IN. He began his professional dance career in 1968 and has been dancing, and evolving, ever since; he has danced professionally in New York City and throughout the United States and Europe. In addition to dance, he has studied yoga at the Kripalu Yoga Center and has completed a Pilates Teacher Training Program at Harmony Pilates Studio in Pittsburgh, PA with a certificate in Pilates Mat and Reformer. He is currently pursuing additional Pilates Teacher Training at Harmony Pilates Studio with the goal of completing the Comprehensive Pilates Teacher Certification from the Pilates Method Alliance (PMA) in 2017. Swami Doug offers “custom-made” private sessions for dancers and non-dancers, drawing from Pilates, Yoga, and deep breathing/relaxation techniques to provide healing body-work. He sees private clients at Moxie Mind & Body Pilates Studio in Market Square in downtown Pittsburgh, PA.

Show Notes:
Swami Doug Doug Bentz contact info:
grayhart@mac.com

http://www.dougbentz.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/doug.bentz1

Links mentioned in the Podcast:

Point Park University, Pittsburgh, PA, Conservatory of Performing Arts
http://www.pointpark.edu

Society for Creative Anachronism (SCA) (Medieval Camping) http://www.sca.org

SCA for Central/Western PA: Kingdom of Aethelmearc
http://www.aethelmearc.org

Kripalu Center for Yoga & Health, Stockbridge, MA
http://www.kripalu.org

Harmony Pilates Studio, Pittsburgh, PA
http://www.movewithharmony.com

Moxie Mind & Body Pilates Studio, Pittsburgh, PA
http://www.moxiemindandbody.com

Pilates Method Alliance
http://www.pilatesmethodalliance.org

East End Food Coop, Pittsburgh, PA
http://www.eastendfood.coop

La Gondola Pizzeria, Market Square, Pittsburgh, PA, 412-261-5252

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Attribution for Intro/Exit Podcast Music:
Marathon Man by Jason Shaw from the album Audionautix: Acoustic, licensed under an Attribution 3.0 United States License. Available at www.FreeMusicArchive.org


Podcast: Allie Green- Equilibrium Pittsburgh Pilates



Allie Green is the co-owner of Equilibrium Pilates.  In addition to Stott Pilates and Booty Barre, Allie’s other certifications include the PMA (Pilates Method Alliance), AFAA (The Aerobics and Fitness Association of America), and The Pink Ribbon Program, which is a Pilates based program designed to help women regain full range of motion to those areas affected after breast cancer surgery. She has also completed the Pilates for MS and other Neurological Injuries course. She attended IDEA World Fitness conference in 2014 and took workshops and classes with Stott Pilates, the Gray Institute and Polestar Pilates.

Allie has a BA in sociology and performing arts from La Roche University. She danced in Pittsburgh with Laboratory Dance Company and Gia T. Presents. She was also an outreach artist with the Dance Alloy and Pittsburgh public schools. Prior to making Pilates her full time profession she worked as a therapist with children with special needs and at risk youth. She was also a senior therapist at Western Psychiatric Institute and Clinic’s discrete trial program for children with autism. During this time she and co-worker Amanda Doyle Stewart created CLIMB (creative learning in moving bodies), a movement based class for children with special needs, their family members and friends.

Show Notes:
Allie Greene contact info:
Allie.p.greene@gmail.com

Equilibrium Pittsburgh Pilates Studio
10925 Perry Highway
Wexford, PA 15090
phone: 724.940.4477

Website: http://www.eqpittsburgh.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EquilibriumPittsburgh

Instagram: @eqpghpilates

Twitter: @EQPGHPilates

Links mentioned in the Podcast:
Booty Barre ® Workout that fuses Dance, Pilates, and Yoga: http://www.bootybarre.com

-Stott Pilates Pilates equipment, education and media: http://merrithew.com/Stott-Pilates

-STHIEL Pilates Pilates, AntiGravity, Yoga and Movement Center: http://www.sthielpilates.com
316 South Saint Clair Street
Pittsburgh, PA 15206 (East Liberty)

-Embody Physiotherapy & Wellness: http://www.embody-pt.com
400 Broad Street, Suite 1006
Sewickley, PA 15143
phone: 412.259.5342

-YUR Back, Fitness Without Fear:
http://www.phipilates.com/curriculum/yur-back

-Pilates for MS
Mariska Breland
http://pilatesforms.com/workshops

MS150 Cycling Event:
https://secure.nationalmssociety.org/site/SPageNavigator/BIKE_HOM_splash.html

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Attribution for Intro/Exit Podcast Music:
Marathon Man by Jason Shaw from the album Audionautix: Acoustic, licensed under an Attribution 3.0 United States License. Available at www.FreeMusicArchive.org


Podcast: Brian Joly- Rolfer



You’ve probably had a massage before, but have you heard of Rolfing?  If you are active, stressed (and who isn’t), or just want to learn about a bodywork technique that may help you move better then check out our interview with Brian Joly, a Rolfer located in the Highland Park neighborhood of Pittsburgh.

Show Notes:
Brian Joly contact info:
brianjoly7@gmail.com

http://www.brianjolyrolfing.com/

Links mentioned in the Podcast:
Rolf Institute of Structural Integration: http://www.rolf.org/

-PACCSA- Pennsylvania Cross Country Skiers Association: http://www.paccsa.org/

-Pennsylvania Nordic Championships- Sun, Feb 5, 2017: http://www.paccsa.org/news-article/2017-pa-nordic-championships#.V9xg4LXnJ_o

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Attribution for Intro/Exit Podcast Music:
Marathon Man by Jason Shaw from the album Audionautix: Acoustic, licensed under an Attribution 3.0 United States License. Available at www.FreeMusicArchive.org

 


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Podcast: Mark Freeman- Freeman Technique



Mark Freeman, CEO, Freeman Technique has 20 years of acrobatic experience stemming from Elite International Gymnastics and Cirque du Soleil, Freeman Technique tackles the fundamental elements that develop proficient movement technique by providing the perfect blend of discipline and performing qualities. Freeman Technique instills basic strength, flexibility and spatial awareness in all of its athletes, promoting safer, more efficient and aesthetically pleasing movement, which, in turn, will maximize confidence and the potential of individuals.

Show Notes:
Mark Freeman contact info:

mark@freemantechnique.com

http://www.freemantechnique.com

Instructional videos: http://vod.freemantechnique.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/freemantechnique

Instagram: @freemantechnique

Twitter: @freemantechniqu

Phone: +1(412)694-2713

Mark Freeman hosts the following classes:

  • Adult Gymnastics at All-Star Athletics & Gymnastics (See link below):

Mondays at 8pm and Saturdays at 4pm

  • Strength & Conditioning at Fullbody Fitness Club (See link below):

Tuesdays at 8:30pm and Thursdays at 6pm

Links mentioned in the Podcast:

All-Star Athletics & Gymnastics, Robinson Township, PA
http://www.allstarathleticsandgym.com

Fullbody Fitness Club, Brentwood, PA
http://www.fullbodyfitnessclub.com

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Attribution for Intro/Exit Podcast Music:
Marathon Man by Jason Shaw from the album Audionautix: Acoustic, licensed under an Attribution 3.0 United States License. Available at www.FreeMusicArchive.org

 


Podcast: Hell on Hills- the world’s steepest 5k



Hell on Hills, in Beechview  is advertised as the world’s steepest 5k. After interviewing Bethany Ruhe and Melissa Harmon, two of the race organizers, we can’t wait for this to be a yearly event.

Beechview, located minutes away from downtown Pittsburgh via the “T,” Pittsburgh’s trolley system, is home to a diverse population…and the steepest street in the world. The staggering 37% grade of Canton is just the beginning of a 5k course that climbs four of the biggest hills Pittsburgh has to offer.

The inaugural Hell on Hills 5k takes place on October 15, 2016. A portion of event proceeds will go to the Beechview Athletic Association (BAA). #GetHorned

Show Notes:
Hell on Hills contact info:

-Media and general inquiries: Bethany Ruhe blruhe@gmail.com

-Community Inquiries: Melissa Harmon mrsharmonpgh@gmail.com

-Sponsorship Inquiries: Missy Sorg missy@sidekickmediaservices.com

http://www.hellonhills.com

https://www.facebook.com/HellOnHills

-Instagram: @HellOnHillsPGH

-Twitter: @HellOnHillsPGH

-Snapchat: @HellOnHillsPGH

Links mentioned in the Podcast:
Audi Commercial – Audi Quattro challenge – The Steepest Street
http://www.audi.com/steepest-street

-Pro Bike + Run

-Official timekeepers for Hell on Hills 5k http://www.probikerun.com

-Wolfpack Boxing Club, Carnegie, PA http://www.wolfpackboxing.com

Mecka Fitness and Crossfit Mt. Lebanon, Mt. Lebanon, PA
http://www.meckafitness.com
http://www.crossfitmtlebanon.com

Yeti Rambler 10 oz. Lowball (a.k.a., unbreakable, insulated wine glass)
http://www.yeti.com

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Attribution for Intro/Exit Podcast Music:
Marathon Man by Jason Shaw from the album Audionautix: Acoustic, licensed under an Attribution 3.0 United States License. Available at www.FreeMusicArchive.org