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Raj Barker is the founder of BURN by Body Medicine, a unique somatic movement method that combines yoga, mat Pilates, cardio and breath awareness. We’re so excited to have Raj teach her BURN classes at KICStudio this August and October and wanted to introduce her to you beforehand.
In this episode, Raj speaks with Laura about how she first came to somatic movement during her time teaching at The Class in New York City, what defines a somatic movement practice, and why the language we use around nervous system regulation matters. She explores the idea that moments of nervous system dysregulation are a normal part of being human and how practices such as somatic movement can help us develop the internal resources to meet those moments with greater awareness and choice.
WHAT IS BURN?
BURN by Body Medicine is a unique somatic movement method fusing yoga, mat Pilates, breath awareness and cardio (not too much). We use movement to create sensation and, beyond our thoughts, we practice trusting that sensation to steer our process. This is a music-driven experience, where you'll be guided through intentional and embodied movement, cultivating a fire to either burn through what is in your way, or illuminate what needs to be seen, ultimately forging a pathway to deeper self-connection and holistic well-being.
KICStudio x BURN by Body Medicine
Raj will host two events at KICStudio on Saturday August 22nd and Sunday August 23rd. You can book now via the MindBody app: https://clients.mindbodyonline.com/classic/ws?studioid=5748787&stype=-7&sTG=31&sVT=17&sView=week&sLoc=1&date=08/22/26
WE MENTIONED
Follow Raj https://www.instagram.com/rajbarker/?hl=en
Follow BURN https://www.instagram.com/bodymedicine_/
Find out more about Raj & BURN www.thebodymedicine.com
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We got a DM from you asking us for our thoughts on the rise of rib recontouring surgery so this week we’re talking about it. In case it’s not come across your algorithm - rib recontouring is a surgery that fractures the lower ribs to reduce the size of the waist. We discuss what the surgery involves, what experts are saying about it, and the marketing of the procedure that makes it look more like a holiday than a surgery.
Plus - Steph has nits, Laura had a colonoscopy, and Bailey Smith has been caught out.
Update - in the listener DM we read out we say that the rib recontouring procedure removes part of the rib. The ribs are not removed in this procedure. We have updated the episode to make this clear.
WE MENTIONED
We spoke about Kellie Finlayson. Follow her here https://www.instagram.com/kelliefinlayson_/?hl=en
This is the Sydney Morning Herald article we referenced https://www.smh.com.au/lifestyle/health-and-wellness/experts-sound-warning-over-influencers-fracturing-their-ribs-for-smaller-waists-20260625-p60a4u.html
SPECIAL SHARES
Steph: The Madison https://www.paramountplus.com/au/shows/the-madison/
Laura: Start With Yourself by Emma Grede https://www.dymocks.com.au/start-with-yourself-by-emma-grede-9781398550940
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Hello!!! It’s been a minute but we’re back to give our two cents on your tricky questions.
Hiiii! It’s time for another WWYD episode! This week your questions are both food and body-image related.
QUESTION #1: Should I take a risk and pursue my dream career before it’s too late, or should I prioritise the financial wellbeing of my relationship and return to my corporate career?
QUESTION #2: My best friend isn’t interested in my child. Where do I draw the line between our different life stages and her just being a bad friend?
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If you have a question you want our opinion on, please slide into our DMs on Instagram! We’re @kicpod. If you’re not on Instagram, you can email us at kicpod@kicwellness.com.
All questions will be anonymous <3
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Eating eggs, popping pimples, and watching videos out loud. We asked you what things should be ILLEGAL to do on an aeroplane and Steph rates them from 0 (not illegal at all) to 10 (totally illegal).
WE MENTIONED
The podiatrist Steph mentioned is Stacey Power https://www.powerpodiatrybrighton.com.au/
SPECIAL SHARES
Steph: FÓRMA foot care https://www.instagram.com/forma_labs/
Laura: Toni & Ryan’s viral Coke reel https://www.instagram.com/p/DbEv_SdCzqc/
Kic UPDATE
Introducing Dumbbell Lift! Dumbbell Lift is a 6-week, intermediate progressive strength program created by our trainer Danny and is designed to help you build functional strength using just dumbbells. Train for 30 minutes, 2 or 3 days a week, at home or in the gym, with structured progression that helps you get stronger every week. No cardio. No conditioning. Just pure strength. Find the program in the KICApp today and get started with a 7-day free trial.
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Alex Light is a UK-based advocate and speaker on body image, body confidence & self-acceptance. Alex’s latest book is ‘The Price of Pretty: How toxic beauty standards are bringing women down and how we can fight back’.
You might’ve heard us talk about Alex on the podcast before we LOVE her content so much and we were so excited to have her on the KICPod for the first time!!
Laura sat down with Alex to speak about how women’s bodies trend through time, the return of skinniness, the prevalence of GLP1’s, AI, bounce-back culture after women give birth, and lots more!!
Also - just a heads up - when we recorded this episode, Alex was pregnant with her second bub.
WE MENTIONED
Follow Alex @alexlight_ldn
Alex’s latest book is ‘The Price of Pretty’ https://www.dymocks.com.au/the-price-of-pretty-by-alex-light-9780008716165
Alex’s first book was ‘You Are Not A Before Picture’ https://www.dymocks.com.au/you-are-not-a-before-picture-by-alex-light-9780008507596
Laura was on Alex’s podcast ‘Should I Delete That’. You can listen here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/61Qtb7HATLHlQjbdbT1yvT
Laura mentioned Dr Liz Allen https://www.instagram.com/drdemography/?hl=en
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