Movement is Medicine: Reclaiming Joy, Simplicity & Connection in 5-Minutes
What if five minutes of movement could change your entire day — or your life? In this playful and powerful episode, Jill is joined by Lea Wiens, founder of MovementMentor.org, a passionate movement educator, physical literacy advocate, and the creator of Movement Snacks — short, joyful movement breaks designed to reset your body and mind in just five minutes.
Lea’s journey spans decades of teaching—from lifeguarding and running high-energy Fit Chicks classes to now guiding individuals, workplaces, and elite organizations to reconnect with movement as a form of nourishment, not punishment. Her teaching is rooted in physiology and evidence-based research, but fueled by heart, humor, and the belief that movement should be fun, inclusive, and deeply healing.
Together, Jill and Lea unpack the science behind these powerful mini-breaks and challenge the outdated "no pain, no gain" mentality that still dominates our culture.
They explore:
- Why movement is medicine for body, mind, and spirit
- The importance of physical literacy and fun — especially for those who feel “unathletic”
- How yoga and movement support emotional resilience and stress regulation
- The impact of social connection and community-based fitness Why every small movement matters — and how to start where you are
Lea’s work isn’t about crushing workouts or burning calories. It’s about reconnecting with your body, building sustainable habits, and shifting the reason we move in the first place — from punishment to pleasure, from performance to presence.
🌟 You’ll leave this episode inspired to take just five minutes — and maybe even a dance break — to change the course of your day.
🔗 Mentioned in this episode:
- Lea’s website: MovementMentor.org
- Here is the link to Lea's YouTube channel
Join us for a live Movement Snack session in the Sister Science Community
