Social media phenom turned author, Liz Tenuto aka “The Workout Witch,” spoke to us about how she discovered somatic healing and being courted by publishers to write her first book WHEN THE BODY SPEAKS.

Liz Tenuto is a somatic instructor specializing in healing practices that release the physical effects of stress and trauma. She has a degree in Psychology from UCSB, certifications in Pilates and Reiki, 6 years of mentorship in teaching Feldenkrais by Augusta Moore, and 15 years of hands-on teaching experience.

Liz has helped over 200,000 women heal from trauma and long-term stress with her viral online courses, over five million followers across platforms on social media, and over 30 million views on some of her TikTok videos. She has received thousands of testimonials from students.

Her first book "Moving Through Trauma: A Somatic Guide To Healing" will be published on April 7th, 2026 by HarperCollins. It’s described as “... a comprehensive guide to understanding how trauma and stress are stored within the body—and how somatic exercises can provide a powerful tool for healing.”

Liz has been featured in USA Today, BBC News, Harper's Bazaar France, MSN, NY Weekly, LA Weekly, Shoutout LA, among others.

New York Times bestselling author Tori Dunlap said of the author, "Liz has helped millions of women connect to their bodies, relieve pain, and change their lives—[her] book has the ability to do the same for you."

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In this file Liz Tenuto, Milena and I discussed:

Her journey from contemporary dance to somatic healing

How she went from zero followers to owning a business with 11 employees and 240,000 students

A primer on somatic healing and “bottom up” therapy

Her community first approach to her practices

How she breaks down advanced neuroscience into bite-sized pieces in a relatable way

Why publishing a book is the opposite of social media

And a lot more!

Note: Be sure to listen to the end of the podcast for a sample somatic exercise for relaxation!

Show Notes:

When the Body Speaks: How Somatic Healing Sets You Free – April 7, 2026 by Liz Tenuto (Amazon)

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Liz Tenuto on TikTok

Liz Tenuto on YouTube

Liz Tenuto on Facebook

Liz Tenuto on Instagram⁠⁠

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