Zoe Schwartz on Connecting to the Body Through Movement

April 29, 2025

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In this episode, I sit down with Zoe Schwartz to explore the powerful connection between movement and embodiment. We dive into what it really means to connect to your body—not just through exercise, but through intentional, intuitive movement that honors your whole self. We also chat about what it’s like to coach high-achieving women who are learning to slow down and listen in, and how the role of personal training is evolving in today’s fast-paced, burnout-prone world. Whether you’re a coach, a client, or somewhere in between, this conversation is full of insights on finding the right support, redefining strength, and returning to the wisdom of your body.

 

Zoe and I have known each other since 2013. We went on two yoga retreats together. Zoe was with me at the Costa Rica retreat which changed my wellness path when I discovered Ayurveda. I'm so excited to share this interview with a former client, and dear friend.

Meet Zoe

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Hi, I’m Zoe Schwartz, founder of Fitness by Zoe, where I help high-achieving women reclaim their health and confidence through sustainable strategies in strength training, nutrition, mindset, and recovery. My 3-month program, Strategic Strength, blends evidence-based coaching with real-world support to create lasting change. Before launching my business, I led marketing at brands like Equinox, Tough Mudder, and SoulCycle, and now bring that behavior-change lens into my coaching. I’m an ACE-certified trainer, Behavior Change Specialist, and hold an MBA from the University of Virginia.

Topics

  • The importance of connecting to your body through intentional, intuitive movement
  • What to look for when choosing a coach who aligns with your values and goals
  • The unique needs of high-achieving women and how movement can support nervous system regulation
  • How personal training is shifting from performance-focused to more holistic, embodied support
  • Why slowing down and tuning in is essential for sustainable strength and wellness

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    LEarn My Story

    My work is rooted in the belief that healing is not linear, but cyclical—like the seasons, like the womb. I help women reclaim their vitality through the sacred tools of Ayurveda, embodied movement, and intuitive rituals drawn from Mother Nature herself.

    After the birth of my first son in 2016, Ayurveda became more than a practice—it became my lifeline. The postpartum window cracked me open and reoriented my path, deepening my devotion to supporting women in every season of life—from the fertile soil of postpartum to the sacred shifts of midlife.

    I’m also the host of the Peaceful Power Podcast, where I explore how ancient wisdom meets modern life, and the author of two books on cyclical living—Divine Body Wisdom and Ayurvedic Approach to Healing Your Menstrual Cycle.

    When I’m not in sacred space with clients, you can find me playing tennis, watching Hallmark mysteries, sipping my morning coffee with reverence, or adventuring on nature trails with my two boys and husband. 

    an Ayurvedic Wellness Counselor & Postpartum Doula, 500 HR Yoga Teacher, and Personal Trainer who has been guiding women back to their inner rhythms since 2007.

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