Ageing with MS with Veronique Gauhier Simmons | S8E29

In this episode of Living Well with MS -- where we explore topics relating to living a full and healthy life with multiple sclerosis -- we are pleased to welcome Véronique Gauthier-Simmons as our guest! Véronique is a yoga and breathwork teacher who lives with MS and the author of Taming the Walrus: Inner Intelligence, Yoga, and the Science of Healthy Ageing. Watch this episode on YouTube. Keep reading for the topics, timestamps, and our guest’s bio. 02:05 Journey with MS: Reluctance, Learning, and Transformation 05:25 The Unexpected Love for Yoga 07:16 Taming the Walrus: Insights from the Book 15:25 The Importance of Interoception 19:55 Movement for Healthy Aging: Strength, Stretching, and Speed 26:08 Breathwork: A Tool for Wellbeing 32:09 The Necessity of Deep Rest 34:42 Longevity: Quality of Life Over Quantity 37:38 Healing: Wholeness and Inner Alignment 39:54 Final Thoughts for Those Recently Diagnosed with MS Check out other Living Well with MS episodes featuring Veronique S6E10 Webinar Highlights: Accessible Movement for the Overcoming MS Community with Véronique Gauthier-Simmons S6E18 The latest research in exercise for MS with Dr Robert Motl S5E31 Webinar Highlights Breathwork with Véronique Gauthier-Simmons S5E11 Exercise at home with Véronique Gauthier-Simmons S1E6 The Overcoming MS guide to getting fit with Véronique Gauthier-Simmons Read the study on arm strengthening as diabetes prevention Read the study on yoga rats and inflammation Download a Free Sample of Taming the Walrus: Inner Intelligence, Yoga, and the Science of Healthy Ageing   New to Overcoming MS? Learn why lifestyle matters in MS - begin your journey at our 'Get started' page Connect with others following Overcoming MS on the Live Well Hub Visit the Overcoming MS website Follow us on social media: Facebook Instagram YouTube Pinterest Don’t miss out: Subscribe to this podcast and never miss an episode. Listen to our archive of Living Well with MS here. Make sure you sign up to our newsletter to hear our latest tips and news about living a full and happy life with MS. Support us: If you enjoy this podcast and want to help us continue creating future podcasts, please leave a donation here. Feel free to share your comments and suggestions for future guests and episode topics by emailing [email protected]. If you like Living Well with MS, please leave a 5-star review.