Ep. 79: Reimagining Movement as a Force for Physical, Neurological, and Emotional Vitality: a Conversation with Ryan Daniel Beck co-founder of bodyART

Follow Modern BodyStay connected with Aly DiRoma and the Modern Body community: https://link.me/alydiromaIf you aren't already a member of the Modern Body Online Studio , you can experience that too with a free 7-day trial. Explore the full catalog of classes for free for the first 7 days. Sign up by Sunday to jump in at the beginning of the Summer Camp series.Want to dive deeper? The Modern Mover’s Guide is your roadmap to understanding how movement evolves through life’s seasons. It’s the perfect complement to your Modern Body membership—or a great place to start your journey. You'll also be able to grab your copy of the Core Guide mentioned in the episode. Get your copy here: https://modernmoversguide.com/guideConnect with Ryan & bodyART:[email protected] www.bodyart-studios.comFollow bodyART on Instagram @bodyart.nycGet your invite to the Movement Speakeasy in NYC by texting the word SPEAKEASY to (917) 810-3075Read The misunderstood limits of folk science: an illusion of explanatory depthIn this episode:Aly sits down with Ryan, co-founder of bodyART, to unpack how dance, physical therapy, and traditional Chinese medicine weave together into a movement system designed for longevity. Ryan’s journey from performing with Beyoncé and the Step Up movies to reimagining rehabilitation protocols brings a refreshing perspective: what if exercise wasn’t about punishing the body but about sustaining it for a lifetime?Together, Aly and Ryan dig into the difference between fitness culture’s “no pain, no gain” mindset and a physical therapy lens that views pain as valuable information rather than a badge of honor. Ryan explains why many people struggle to stick with rehab exercises and how bodyART reshapes that experience by blending prevention, psychology, and creativity.Listeners will walk away with a renewed sense of what it means to train for life, not just for aesthetics. Want help with production of your podcast? Contact Michelle Sanchez [[email protected]]