Ep. 5 - Humor, Healing, and Hard Conversations with Meghann Koppele Duffy

The Movement Mentality

In this episode of the Movement Mentality Podcast, host Missy Bunch welcomes Meghann to the show for an authentic conversation about personal journeys in health and wellness. Missy shares her desire to go beyond the typical 30-second bios found in many podcasts, emphasizing the importance of understanding the real stories behind movement professionals. Meghann opens up about her own experiences, discussing the challenges she faced and the practical strategies she used to overcome adversity, such as journaling and reaching out for support. This episode is a deep dive into the personal growth and resilience that often goes unnoticed in the wellness community. Tune in for insights that could inspire your own journey toward health and well-being.
Timestamps

[00:02:14] Movement methodologies for neurological conditions.

[00:09:51] Passion for neuro rehabilitation.

[00:30:27] Authenticity in business communication.

[00:39:21] Importance of being present.

[00:48:10] Support in business and life.

[00:51:19] Online criticism and personal impact.
Quotes

• "I'm sick of not hearing the real story behind people's 30 second bios."
• "Talk is cheap. There's a lot of people talking about neuroplasticity. There's a lot of people talking about change, but no one's actually doing it."
• "You can be smart and funny. You don't have to choose."
• "I think people are afraid to talk about what they really need, right?"
• "I'd prefer you to like me. But if you don't, I'm going to move on."
• "Stay the course. Ride over those bumps."

About Meghann Koppele Duffy

Meghann Koppele Duffy is a Kane School, Pilates Method Alliance (PMA®), and IM=X certified instructor since 2002 as well as a Certified Strength and Condition Specialist (CSCS) through the National Strength and Conditioning Association.

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Meghann received her undergraduate degree in exercise science from the University of Scranton and a Master's degree in Applied Physiology from Columbia University. After completing her Master's degree, Meghann opened a Pilates studio in Hoboken, New Jersey, where she worked with clients with a variety of conditions including severe back pain, sports injuries, multiple sclerosis, and pre- and postnatal clients. She also worked with clients who simply want better fitness or to achieve their weight loss goals. After five years running a studio, Meghann decided to sell her business and move to the beach to refocus on her first love of teaching and helping others.
Since 2004, Meghann has dedicated her career to improving the lives of people living with neurological conditions and educating others to change the way they work with people with neurological conditions.

Connect with Meghann

· https://www.koppelemethod.com/

· Instagram: megkoppeleduffy

Connect with Missy

· missybunch.com.

· Instagram: @missybunch15.

· Instagram: @themovementmentality

· Watch this episode on YouTube: @TheMovementMentality