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Confessions of a Group X InstructorAuthor: Ellen Elisabeth de Werd
Confessions of a Group X instructor, a podcast for group exercise junkies, and any other oddballs. Meet your host, Ellen de Werd, Creator of the group WARRIOR Rhythm, WARRIOR Strength, WARRIOR Combat, and WARRIOR Revolution group fitness brands. Journey with us through thought-provoking, heartwarming education and inspiration from badass fit pros in the field. Listen, learn, love, and above all laugh!!! HERE. we. grow. Language: en Genres: Fitness, Health & Fitness Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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Pelvic Floor Education & Empowerment with Paige Robinson
Monday, 29 December, 2025
Pelvic floor health is one of the most overlooked — and most essential — pieces of whole-body wellness. In this episode #94, we’re breaking the silence, removing the shame, and empowering instructors and everyday movers with knowledge they should have learned years ago.Paige shares practical education, compassionate insight, and actionable tools to help you better understand the pelvic floor, cue it safely in group fitness settings, and support participants without stepping outside your scope of practice.Whether you’re an instructor, an athlete, or simply someone who wants to feel more confident and connected in your body, this conversation is for you.What the pelvic floor actually isWe start with the basics: what the pelvic floor is, what it does, and why everyone — regardless of gender or age — should care about it.The pelvic floor’s role in whole-body healthLearn how the pelvic floor impacts posture, breathing, strength, stability, and movement efficiency — especially for those who move frequently or teach fitness.Cueing the pelvic floor in group fitnessPractical, safe ways instructors can begin bringing pelvic floor awareness into class without fear, confusion, or over-cueing.When to refer outRed flags and symptoms that signal it’s time to see a pelvic floor specialist or physical therapist instead of trying to “fix it” alone.Breaking shame & stigmaHow instructors can normalize pelvic floor conversations and help participants understand they’re not broken — these are muscles that can be strengthened, relaxed, and retrained.Personal journeysEllen and Paige both open up about their own pelvic floor experiences.One thing instructors can do right nowA simple, actionable takeaway for creating more pelvic floor confidence in your classes — while staying well within your scope of practice.30 Day Kickstart ProgramWe dive into her 30 Day Kickstart Program: who it’s for, what it includes, and how it helps people reconnect with their pelvic floor in a supportive, approachable way.Pelvic floor education shouldn’t be taboo, confusing, or reserved for crisis moments. This episode empowers instructors to lead with confidence, compassion, and clarity — and helps participants feel safer, stronger, and more informed in their bodies.Paige RobinsonPaige Pilates www.paigepilates.comInstagram and YouTube: @PaigePilates Credentials: Nationally certified Pilates InstructorPre/postnatal certified through Girls Gone Strong, Pilates 4 Parkinson's certified instructor.Pelvic Floor Balance Program: 30 day kickstart to care for your pelvic floor https://www.paigepilates.com/pelvic-floor-balanceThank you so much for listening! Please rate ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ and share the show!Check out the WARRIOR formats:https://warriorinstructors.com/🤘🏼 Follow Ellen on Social:https://www.instagram.com/ellendewerd/https://www.linkedin.com/in/ellendewerdhttps://www.facebook.com/ellen.dewerd🏹 Follow WARRIOR on Insta:https://www.instagram.com/warrior_group_fitness_/🏹 Follow WARRIOR on YouTube & TikTok:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdA3cH7_JBKp30H5vwyVk7whttps://www.tiktok.com/@warriorinstructoracademy?lang=en
