Episode #27. Your body's hidden superhero: Exploring the lymphatic system with Leah Levitan
I learned so much in this episode with Leah Levitan about a system in the body I knew very little about; the lymphatic system, perhaps the unsung hero of our bodies. Leah made a great case for the crucial role the lymphatic system plays which can often be overshadowed by the better known cardiovascular system, despite their close connection.
You'll learn to recognise signs of poor lymphatic function, discover how simple, gentle movements can keep your lymphatic system flowing. Leah shares her passion for lymphatic work and gives us practical tips, including morning routines that jumpstart lymphatic activity.
We discussed the role of movement, fluid intake, sleep, dry brushing and much more and ended up talking about an important area for women about why allowing your breasts to move freely can enhance lymphatic health.
Get ready for an engaging discussion packed with relatable insights and easy-to-follow advice to help you support your lymphatic system and improve your well-being!
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to the Lymphatic System
03:25 The Importance of the Lymphatic System
05:19 Signs of Poor Lymphatic Function
09:17 Supporting Lymphatic Flow through Movement
13:35 Stimulating the Lymphatic System in the Morning
20:00 The Six Main Lymphatic Points in the Body
29:48 The Role of Movement in Maintaining a Healthy Lymphatic System
39:56 The Impact of Bras on Lymphatic Flow and Breast Health
50:01 Promoting Lymphatic Flow by Allowing the Breasts to Move Freely
About this week’s guests:
Leah Levitan
Leah is a massage therapist and certified lymphatic therapist in Austin, Texas. She is the founder of Lymph Love Club, an online learning platform for Lymph Lovers. She created the LLC to bridge the gaps in care and ensure everyone has access to a Lymphatic expert! Her goal is for everyone to have the ability to speak the language of their body more fluently, and manage and reduce their symptoms naturally.
Breast Health E-Book (FREE OFFERING): https://www.lymphloveclub.com/e-book
Connect here:
Instagram: https://instagram.com/@lmyphloveclub
Website: https://lymphloveclub.com
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lymphloveclub
Tiktok: https://tiktok.com/@lymphloveclub
More about your host, Wendy
Wendy (49) founded Reclaim Movement after a running injury at 40 turned into 4 years of chronic pain. In her search for answers and to reclaim her own movement again she discovered natural movement. The philosophy of training real life practical movements to be able to keep using them as we age, coupled with the benefit of using strengthening and mobilising whole-body movement patterns that are underused in today’s modern world made her realise she had found a way to move for life.
Wendy’s aim is to help people embrace a movement-rich life, at any age, to improve mobility, strength and confidence to keep moving well and doing the things they love for as long as they want.
MovNat Level 1 certified & Functional Range Conditioning certified, she coaches online group classes live & by replay in the Reclaim Movement membership as well as online and in-person private coaching in Oxford.
Find out more about Reclaim Movement:
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