Sexercise - It's more than just Kegels with Mahri Rellin | Ep 15

In this episode, we welcome the incredible Mahri Relin, founder of Body Conceptions. Mahri shares her passion for supporting women's fitness and body positivity, which led her to create a unique and empowering workout method that doesn't just challenge but also uplifts women without body-shaming. Mahri reveals how her fitness philosophy expanded to address the specific needs of women during various life transitions, including fertility and perimenopause. She sheds light on the delicate balance between hormones and fitness and how understanding this balance is crucial for optimal well-being and shares her insights into managing stress, understanding the pelvic floor, and nurturing a positive relationship with our changing bodies. This episode is a profound exploration of finding empowerment, meaning, and embracing change as we journey through midlife, all while prioritizing our health, both physical and emotional. Don't miss out on Mahri Relin's valuable insights and actionable tips for a healthier, more fulfilling life during and after midlife. Meet Mahri As a former professional dancer, Mahri Relin spent 12 years dancing around the world. It was through dancing that Mahri discovered her passion for fitness. Mahri spent her early years in the fitness industry working as a trainer for the Tracy Anderson Studio and went on to become the Creative Director for FlyBarre at Flywheel Sports. After extensive experience, Mahri realized that there were big gaps in fitness solutions for women going through their most significant life events and changes.  She refined her own dance-inspired method through extensive research in and out of the studio and devoted her life to providing women with the most intelligent, personalized, and joyful fitness experience possible. As a NASM Certified Personal Trainer, Corrective Exercise Specialist, AFPA Pre and Postnatal Exercise Specialist, Certified Wellness and Nutrition Consultant, and fitness enthusiast, Mahri is on a mission to help you tap into your unique strengths and flourish as the best version of YOU!" The Method Body Conceptions is designed to create a lean and sculpted body of a dancer, but you don’t have to be a dancer to do it! Throughout each session, every part of your body is targeted – from your arms and abs to your thighs, glutes and heart. Both the cardio and body-sculpting components of the method use integrated movements that involve multiple muscles and require engagement of and connection to your core. Every session will test your limits – but the current, exciting music combined with the energy and joy infused into the workout will make you almost forget you are working so hard. Deemed one of the two "Best Body-Sculpting Workouts" in New York City by Vogue, Body Conceptions has been featured in The New York Times, Vogue, Shape, Harper’s Bazaar, Redbook, DuJour, The New York Daily News, The New Pork Post, Well + Good, Prevention and Dance Spirit Magazine.  Mahri has also created specialized content for Fitness Magazine, SELF, health.com, Elizabeth Street, Well-Rounded and FITiST.   For more information, visit: http://www.bodyconceptions.com.Mahri Relin MS, CPT, Owner and Founder Pre/Postnatal Exercise Specialist Corrective Exercise SpecialistBody Conceptions Visit us at www.bodyconceptions.com Instagram: @bodyconceptionsKaren Bigman, a Sexual Health Alliance Certified Sex Educator, Life, and Menopause Coach, tackles the often-taboo subject of sexuality with a straightforward and candid approach. We explore the intricacies of sex during perimenopause, post-menopause, and andropause, offering insights and support for all those experiencing these transformative phases. Have a burning question or topic suggestion? [email protected] ⁠⁠https://www.taboototruth.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/taboototruth⁠⁠⁠⁠Youtube @taboototruthpodcast⁠⁠ Disclaimer: This podcast is not intended to give medical advice. Karen Bigman is not a medical professional. For any medical questions or issues, please visit your medical provider.