Mats and Miles is a weekly show about yoga, running, and Pilates featuring conversations with everyday people who champion a consistent movement practice. Hosted by Shuva Rahim, you'll learn from inspiring practitioners and instructors, get fitness-related recommendations, and hear race reviews. Go deeper in the stretch or pick up the pace as you learn, get inspired, and have fun reaching your fitness goals.
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1 Mar 2024
5: Carey Sadler's Pilates Journey from VHS Tape to Studio Growth in Iowa
Send us a textA VHS tape with a workout years ago was the starting point for Carey Sadler's Pilates journey. That eventually led her to a love of Pilates so profound that she founded Rivercity Pilates in North Liberty, Iowa from the ground up. In this episode, I'm joined by Carey, a beacon of entrepreneurial spirit and a testament to the transformative power of Pilates. She recounts her captivating journey from a novice to a studio owner, painting a picture of the early years of the business ...
1 Mar 2024
4: A Personal Path from Walking to Running
Send us a textEver wondered what could turn a casual walker into a passionate runner? I was once in those very shoes, but a serendipitous encounter at a newly opened running store and an inspiring tale of transformation heard over lunch set me on an unexpected path. This episode pulls back the curtain on my personal running chronicles, highlighting how a simple act of purchasing my first pair of running sneakers catapulted me to the exhilarating world of running, culminating in the achi...
1 Mar 2024
3: Sprinting Past Limits: Angelica Vannatta's Athletic and Mental Health Crusade
Send us a textLace up your running shoes and take that first step towards a healthier state of mind. That's the world Angelica Vannatta, a fireball of energy and former high school sprinter, invites us into. In this episode, Angelica shares some of her physical endeavors and mental leaps. Along the way, she highlights the unexpected joy and community connection found in running.With a zest for life, Angelica delves into how her passion for mental health awareness resulted in an innovative fun...
1 Mar 2024
2: Suriname to Iowa: A Yoga Journey of Exploration and Growth
Send us a textImagine stepping into a world of self-discovery from a book during a Peace Corps service in South America. That's precisely what happened to me, Shuva Rahim, as I embarked on my yoga journey. This episode of Mats and Miles recounts my exploration into yoga, evolving from a self-taught enthusiast in the small nation of Suriname to a dedicated practitioner in Iowa City, Iowa. Indulge in my narrative of teaching the little I knew to villagers, my hesitation to join a hot yoga class...
1 Mar 2024
1: Introducing Mats and Miles
Send us a textWelcome to Mats Miles, a weekly show about yoga, running, and Pilates, featuring conversations with everyday people who champion a consistent movement practice. You'll learn from inspiring practitioners and instructors, get fitness related recommendations, and hear race reviews. I'm your host, Shuva Rahim. My past roles include newspaper reporter, Peace Corps volunteer, educator, and photographer. During my Peace Corps service in the South American country of Suriname, I wa...
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