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The Joy of SUP - The Paddleboarding Sunshine Podcast

Sharing the joy of stand up paddleboarding. Join us for inspiring conversations with dream guests talking about all the health, happiness, friendship, adventure and possibility that SUP brings to our lives. From world endurance record holders to SUP Yoga, SUP with a Pup to SUP Surf, we will hear uplifting stories and fantastic information to help you on your paddleboarding journey. SUP has given our host, Jo Moseley, so much joy, confidence, courage and community since her first lesson in the Lake District in 2016 recovering from a knee injury. She became the first woman to paddle coast to coast across northern England, fundraising and picking up litter, has been in magazines, on the tv, radio and a guest on many podcasts. The film about her journey called Brave Enough - A Journey Home to Joy was launched to critical and audience acclaim in 2021. She has made two short award winning films about paddleboarding and written many articles. Having experienced such happiness and wellbeing, her goal in launching the podcast is to shine a light on the brilliant stories of others in the paddleboarding community and to share valuable ideas with her audience. It is both a thank you letter to everyone who has inspired, welcomed and encouraged her and a love letter to the wonderful sport. At the heart of the podcast is the idea 'We rise by lifting others' and that's what she is here to do - to welcome, encourage and celebrate you in the paddleboarding community. Whether you are dipping your paddle in the water for the first time, want to explore new places or disciplines, or have years of paddleboarding memories, you are in the right place and this is the podcast for you. The Joy of SUP - bringing paddleboarding sunshine to your world. Find out more at www.jomoseley.com Email: thejoyofsuppodcast@gmail.com Twitter @healthyhappy50 and #TheJoyofSUP + #TheJoyofSUPPodcast. Instagram @thejoyofsuppodcast_ #TheJoyofSUPPodcast Please do get in touch!We are very grateful to BluefinSUP for sponsoring the current season of the podcast.

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Leanne Bird - SUP Yoga Master Trainer, SUP Fitness Tips, Magical River Teifi + Peanut Butter + Banana sandwiches

March 24, 2022 • Season 3 • Episode 10

I am so thrilled to welcome Leanne Bird to The Joy of SUP Podcast.

As Founder of Leanne Bird Wellbeing & Adventure, Leanne’s mission is to support and inspire people to live happier and healthier lives, for the long term. Through her wellbeing services & adventure experiences, she is passionate about empowering people to discover themselves and ultimately, discover their freedom.

A qualified SUP instructor, surf coach, personal trainer and yoga instructor, Leanne brings together a broad breadth of knowledge and skills to provide well structured, tailored programmes for groups and individuals. Reaching a level to train instructors in SUP Yoga, SUP Fitness and 200hr Yoga Teacher training has really enhanced her skill set to deliver.

As a trained ecologist, Leanne has a deep connection with nature and brings the earth, air and water into her work wherever she can. Drawn to the ocean, the desire to combine body movement, breath and water was the spark that started Leanne on this journey many years ago.

So, whether she just plants a seed that sets you on the right path or ends up supporting you to become who you want to be; Leanne looks forward to being some part of your amazing journey.

In this episode we talk about:

Growing up in South Africa
Being a water baby and swimming in her Grandmother's swimming pool
Working as an ecologist
The magic of the River Teifi and Cardigan coast
Being a Personal Trainer
Becoming a Yoga teacher and then a Master Yoga Trainer with ASI
The healing power of surfing learning in 2012
The spiritual side of surfing and what it means to her
Paddleboarding as a fitness tool
SUP fitness tips - squats, dead bugs and press ups
What we can do to make us stronger paddlers
Peanut butter sandwiches
Scottish trips ahead and plans for paddling in Switzerland
Specialist training for paddling on the sea and why it is important
Why going with a coastal guide is a great idea!
Why it is important to have a qualified SUP yoga teacher
What SUP yoga can do for us
The new wellbeing community she is creating for paddleboarders and surfers - Blue Freedom!

You can find Leanne here:
Website: www.leannebird.co.uk
Instagram: @leannebirdwellbeingadventure
Facebook: Leanne Bird Wellbeing & Adventure
Facebook: Blue Freedom
I hope you enjoyed meeting Leanne! I would love to hear your thoughts.

Thank you so much to Bluefin SUP for sponsoring Season 3 of the podcast.

Any questions, please get in touch healthyhappyfifty@yahoo.com.

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Wishing you sunshine, thank you for listening, Jo x

Please always put safety first + get the right advice for your training + body.