Move Your DNA with Katy Bowman

Ever wondered how Katy Bowman—hard-working biomechanist, writer, teacher and problem-solver—takes a break? Here’s a hint: it contains some seriously rugged natural movement, no screens and Erwan LeCorre. Sounds like fun to us! Join us as Katy shares her take on what makes for a good retreat and why scratchy, rough knees are worth your consideration.

No Time? Got Toddlers? Work in a Cubicle? No Moolah for Barefoot Shoes? Katy Bowman, Biomechanist & Problem-Solver Extraordinaire, spends a nice long time helping you clear the hurdles that you may think prevent you from getting more natural movement in your life. Whatever you pitch at her, she’ll probably hit it out of the park. Listen carefully and with an open mind, and you’ll probably find the solution is simpler than you think.

 It’s the BALLS Show! Katy and Dani are hanging around, talking about the importance of male dangly bits and why whole body movement matters to the overall health of your man jigglies. Whether you’ve got your own pair or you are simply curious about how tighty whities and modern habits affect testicular health, this show is for you! Be fore(skin)warned, however: while this episode is not explicit, it does get a little hairy(!) what with Katy’s robust use of the word “balls” and the occasional pen

Recorded in Ventura in front of a live audience, this episode tackles breast health--it involves more than you'd think--and involves lots of hand motions (which you can't see, sadly) and will possibly change the way you see how truly involved "the girls" are in your overall health and movement needs. Forgive the ambient noises--this was done on an iPad propped up on foam yoga blocks. That's how we roll. Rugged, Baby...

Have you ever wondered what it be like if you could corner Katy Bowman at a party and ask her everything you've ever wanted to know? Here's as close as you'll probably get: Katy answers 95 of your questions and 5 of mine (hey, I had to get a few in there!) in the amazingly short time frame of 30 minutes. Appease your curiosity and listen in!

Unless you were born, raised and reincarnated repeatedly on top of a Tibetan mountaintop, at some point, you'll end up sitting in a car. Listen as Katy gives some groovy tips to change the loads created while driving. I hope she's passing these on to her toddler, as well... Oh, and please keep your eyes on the road and your hands on the wheel. We care about your safety.

Gaps are great, when they are SUPPOSED to be there. When they're not, you can spend all day and LOTS of moolah trying to "fix" your abs to no avail. This episode is for anyone with DR or abdominals that just won't respond to conventional exercises. Free admission for anyone who can roller skate or sing a Prince song over and over again.

This episode can help you move past the buzz word and gain a better understanding of your middle. Listen while Katy discusses the importance of a relaxed belly, why your shoulders matter to your core function (WHAT?!) and a brief but discreet interlude about senior citizens'... er, physical relations. Okay, not really, but it was a funny misunderstanding.

Katy answers "Is there a difference between treadmill walking and overground walking?". Everything you've ever wanted to know about the loads you place on your body when you use a treadmill. And pirates who forget their words. Arrrrgggh you ready?? Aye, aye, Captain! Chicago Tribune article about treadmills, featuring Katy Katy Says: Junk Food Walking blog post

You are how you move! Katy's latest book is available and will change the way we view wellness and our abilities to change the way we use our bodies. She discusses the basic tenets of the book and why she wrote it. Did you know she wrote it for you? Visit www.restorativeexercise.com to get your copy of the book!

Katy discusses her upcoming e-book/multimedia project entitled "Don't Just Sit There" with Mark Sisson, creator of Mark's Daily Apple and author of "The Primal Blueprint". Learn more about a dynamic workstation and what you can expect from her upcoming e-book!

Recorded earlier in May 2014, when the Vibram lawsuit made headlines. Here is Katy's blog post on the matter: Katy Says: My Thoughts on the Vibram Lawsuit. Also included is a link to my blog, which wore a hole in my first Vibrams, called Walk the Year.

Katy manages to fit the phrases "A Clockwork Orange", "stiltwalking", "old timey" and "delicious butt function" all in one episode! Learning why a functional gluteus matters has never been this fun! And even though it sounds like I'm holding Katy captive inside a large tin can, she was really safe and sound when this was recorded. It just sounds like she's in an empty grain silo. Which, according to her father, should NEVER be played in.

Episode 4. Katy's on the road! Her mini-world tour/book promotion tour/vacation is keeping her plenty busy. As a special treat, you get to listen to this early recording of the Katy Says podcast. Not the greatest sound quality--hey, we didn't have fancy equipment!--but filled with fun as Katy answers your questions from the mail bag. To read Katy's blog on pillow usage (referenced in this podcast): Your Pillow is an Orthotic

In episode #3 of Katy Says, Katy Bowman discusses casting--how we cast ourselves with shoes, clothing, chairs, environment and culture.