Three Questions with Meghann Koppele Duffy

Meghann

Three Questions invites you, the listener, to think beyond the expected, while having a great time doing it. Each episode explores a single topic where Meghann shares research, insights from her 24 years experience, and some great stories. But rather than telling you what to think, she'll ask three thought-provoking questions that spark curiosity, challenge assumptions, and help you come to your own conclusions. Whether you’re a movement pro, partner, parent, spouse, friend, or child, this podcast is for YOU. Each episode is around 30 minutes to tackle Three Questions with three big goals in mind: 1️⃣ Foster Curiosity and critical thinking: Because a little curiosity might just save the movement industry… and maybe the world.  2️⃣ Share What Works: Share techniques, observations, and research that Meghann believes in wholeheartedly.  3️⃣ Have Fun: Life’s hard enough. Let’s laugh and keep it real along the way. 

  1. 4d ago

    Episode 83 - Hypermobility, Part 3: Are You Giving Your Brain Enough to Work With?

    In this episode of Three Questions, I explore why hypermobility can make movement feel unpredictable, even when you're doing all the "right" exercises. When proprioceptive information is delayed or doesn't match what your eyes and inner ear are telling you, your brain has to work harder to figure out where you are in space. And sometimes, adding more strength, more stability work, or more sensation isn't the answer. In This Episode You'll Hear: How head position and sensory feedback influence movement in people with hypermobilityHow transitions and the lowering phase of exercises can reveal gaps in sensory awarenessWhy feeling more sensation isn't necessarily better, and how to use sensory feedback to improve movementIf you're living with hypermobility or working with clients who are, I hope this episode encourages you to look beyond the joints and muscles and start asking what information the brain might be missing. Links & Resources For This Episode: Episode 1 - Hypermobility - 3 Questions to Overcome Movement Roadblocks Episode 5 - Hypermobility Part 2... Now What? Episode 7 - What's The Deal With Your Tongue? Episdoe 56 - Fix Your Face - What’s Really Going On With Your Jaw Find a Neuro Studio Teacher Near You Connect with me on Instagram Connect with me on Threads

  2. Oct 26

    Episode 82 - Sole Searching: What Is the Best Shoe for You?

    In this episode of Three Questions, I'm getting into the science of how your feet communicate with your brain and what that means for the shoes you choose. From barefoot training to cushioned sneakers to arch support, we'll explore why the same shoe can make one person move better and another person feel worse. I'll also share some of the ways I assess foot awareness with my clients and why improving sensory feedback might matter more than finding the "perfect" shoe. In This Episode You'll Hear: Why your favorite shoes might be reinforcing your preferred movement patternsHow your brain uses sensory feedback from your feet to influence movement throughout your bodyPractical exercises to improve foot awareness, toe mobility, and sensory processingBefore you throw out your sneakers, invest in expensive orthotics, or commit to barefoot training, let's get curious about what your feet are telling you. Because the goal isn't to find the perfect shoe. It's to help your brain and body adapt to whatever you're wearing. Links & Resources For This Episode: Episode 6 - Foot Drop, Feet, & Other Important Sh!t Episode 13 - Bunions, Neuromas, & Other Foot Funk Episode 75 - What Nobody Tells You About How You Walk, or How to Fix It Find a Neuro Studio Teacher Near You Connect with me on Instagram Connect with me on Threads

  3. Oct 19

    Episode 81 - Can We Talk About the Work/Life Imbalance?

    In this episode of Three Questions, I get personal about work/life imbalance and why I've stopped chasing the idea of having everything perfectly balanced. From running a Pilates studio that left me overwhelmed to building a career that actually fits the life I want, I share some of the decisions, mistakes, and uncomfortable changes that got me here. In This Episode You'll Hear: Why creating a life you enjoy starts with getting clear on what you actually wantHow to recognize when an opportunity is moving you closer to your goals or pulling you further awayWhy taking risks, setting boundaries, and changing one thing at a time can move you closer to the life you wantYou don't have to change your entire life overnight. But if your work, schedule, or commitments aren't supporting the things that matter most to you, maybe it's time to get curious about what needs to change. Links & Resources For This Episode: Episode 50 - Motivation Part 2: Little Moments, Real Motivation with Nick Giangreco Episode 73 - Who's Afraid of a Little Old Niche? Find a Neuro Studio Teacher Near You Connect with me on Instagram Connect with me on Threads

  4. Oct 12

    Episode 80 - What's the Best Workout for You?

    In this episode of Three Questions, I challenge the idea that there's one "best" way to exercise. Because while the fitness world loves to argue about which method gets the best results, there's something far more important to consider: how your individual brain and body respond to movement. In This Episode You'll Hear: How your learning preferences can shape the type of exercise you actually stick withHow sensory feedback and your body's response to load can influence the way you trainWhy everyday activities, rotation, and movement variety deserve a place in your fitness routineYou don't need to find the perfect workout or commit to one method forever. Instead, get curious about what works for you, challenge your body in different ways, and remember that movement is something to enjoy, not a punishment. Links & Resources For This Episode: Episode 11 - Pilates vs Weight Training Episode 25 - Heavy Questions About Weighted Vests Episode 78 - Rethinking Dance Education with Charlene and Lily of Movement Arts Find a Neuro Studio Teacher Near You Connect with me on Instagram Connect with me on Threads

  5. Oct 5

    Episode 79 - What Nobody Tells You About Your Toughest Clients

    We all have that client. The one where everything that usually works… doesn’t. In this episode of Three Questions, I’m talking about what to do when a client leaves you questioning your skills, second-guessing your approach, and wondering what the heck you’re missing.  Instead of trying harder, adding another cue, or assuming you can do what the last practitioner couldn’t, I want you to step back and look at the whole person. In This Episode You'll Hear: Why starting with what your client can do may tell you more than focusing on what hurtsHow to identify the specific gaps in your own knowledge instead of taking another course on something you already knowWhy your hardest sessions can teach you more than your best onesYour toughest clients will challenge what you know, what you notice, and sometimes your confidence as a teacher. But they might also be the clients who make you better at what you do if you’re willing to pay attention to what they’re teaching you. Links & Resources For This Episode: Episode 1 - Hypermobility - 3 Questions to Overcome Movement Roadblocks Episode 5 - Hypermobility Part 2... Now What? Episode 49 - Motivation Part 1: Three Questions That Shape Your Drive Episode 50 - Motivation Part 2: Little Moments, Real Motivation with Nick Giangreco The Advanced Neuro Techniques course with me, starts on 10/3! - Sign Up For Advanced Neuro Techniques HERE Find a Neuro Studio Teacher Near You Connect with me on Instagram Connect with me on Threads

  6. Sep 28

    Episode 78 - Rethinking Dance Education with Charlene and Lily of Movement Arts

    In this episode of Three Questions, I sit down with Charlene Gibbons and Lily McEvenue of Movement Arts to talk about what happens when we bring a nervous system approach into dance education. We explore why traditional cues can work beautifully for one dancer and completely miss another, how sensory input can change movement without adding more corrections, and why better teaching may start with getting curious about what the student’s brain actually needs. In This Episode You'll Hear: Why repeating a correction differently isn’t always the answerHow sensory strategies can help dancers access skills with less force and frustrationWhy bringing neuroscience into dance doesn’t mean throwing out traditional techniqueGreat dance teachers already know what they want to see. Sometimes the missing piece is understanding what a dancer’s brain and body need to actually get there. More About Charlene Gibbons Charlene is a retired professional dancer who now works with clients of all ages and abilities, from active aging and injury recovery to neurological conditions and dance. After her own journey back to dancing, she’s especially passionate about helping dancers and teachers reconnect with their bodies, rebuild confidence, and rediscover the joy in movement. More About Lily McEvenue Lily is a professional dancer and educator working at the intersection of neuroscience, rehabilitation, and dance training. Her own return to dance after becoming a mother deepened her interest in nervous system-based approaches, and she now works with dancers and educators around injury recovery, performance, and pre/postnatal support. Links & Resources For This Episode: The Advanced Neuro Techniques course with me, starts on 10/3! - Sign Up For Advanced Neuro Techniques HERE Connect with Charlene & Lily on Instagram @MovementArtsMethod Learn more about Charlene & Lily along with their resources HERE on their website Find a Neuro Studio Teacher Near You Connect with me on Instagram Connect with me on Threads

  7. Sep 21

    Episode 77 - To Stretch or Not to Stretch

    The Advanced Neuro Techniques course with me, starts on 10/3! - Sign Up For Advanced Neuro Techniques HERE To stretch or not to stretch? That is the question… honestly, it’s the wrong question. In this episode of Three Questions, I dig into the surprisingly messy research around stretching and flexibility and why your own response to stretching deserves a seat at the table. I unpack what might actually be going on with those always “tight” hamstrings and how to better understand what your nervous system is trying to tell you. In This Episode You'll Hear: Why increased flexibility may have more to do with sensation and stretch tolerance than permanently lengthening tissueWhat feeling a stretch can tell you about your nervous system and sensory preferencesHow to approach a chronically tight area without just stretching it harderWhether you love stretching, hate it, or keep doing it because someone told you that you “should,” this episode will give you a different way to think about what happens when you reach your end range and what your body might need next. Links & Resources For This Episode: The Advanced Neuro Techniques course with me, starts on 10/3! - Sign Up For Advanced Neuro Techniques HERE Episode 76 - The Sense That Will Change How You Move and Exercise Find a Neuro Studio Teacher Near You Connect with me on Instagram Connect with me on Threads

  8. Sep 14

    Episode 76 - The Sense That Will Change How You Move and Exercise

    In this episode of Three Questions, I dive into proprioception: your sense of knowing where your body is in space without having to look. We tend to focus on motor control, strength, alignment, and what movement looks like from the outside. But the movement your brain creates depends on the sensory information it gets first. And sometimes, that information isn't as accurate as we think. In This Episode You'll Hear: How vision, touch, pressure, and other feedback can help fill proprioceptive gapsWhy more cueing, strengthening, or correcting may not solve a sensory problemHow to ask better questions about what you or your clients actually feel while movingWe spend a lot of time trying to change movement from the outside. This episode is your invitation to get curious about the sensory information your brain is using to create that movement in the first place. Links & Resources For This Episode: Episode 3 - Your Eyes Do More Than See Episode 26 - Vision Check: How Your Eyes Shape Movement, Strength, and Awareness Episode 49 - Motivation Part 1: Three Questions That Shape Your Drive Episode 50 - Motivation Part 2: Little Moments, Real Motivation with Nick Giangreco Episode 51 - If Hindsight Is 20/20, What Is Your Peripheral Vision? Find a Neuro Studio Teacher Near You Connect with me on Instagram Connect with me on Threads

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Three Questions invites you, the listener, to think beyond the expected, while having a great time doing it. Each episode explores a single topic where Meghann shares research, insights from her 24 years experience, and some great stories. But rather than telling you what to think, she'll ask three thought-provoking questions that spark curiosity, challenge assumptions, and help you come to your own conclusions. Whether you’re a movement pro, partner, parent, spouse, friend, or child, this podcast is for YOU. Each episode is around 30 minutes to tackle Three Questions with three big goals in mind: 1️⃣ Foster Curiosity and critical thinking: Because a little curiosity might just save the movement industry… and maybe the world.  2️⃣ Share What Works: Share techniques, observations, and research that Meghann believes in wholeheartedly.  3️⃣ Have Fun: Life’s hard enough. Let’s laugh and keep it real along the way. 

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