How will technology, data and changing expectations shape the future of kinesiology?

In this episode, Dr. Gregory Wallace leads a panel discussion with Dr. Joshua Bullock, Dr. Michael Richards and Dr. Karly Mendez about the trends expected to influence kinesiology over the next 5–10 years.

The conversation explores how new technologies are changing assessment, training, rehabilitation and performance optimization across healthcare, sport, fitness and wellness. The panel also examines the growing role of data analytics, emerging career opportunities and the challenges professionals may face as the field continues to evolve.

Drawing from their professional experiences, the panelists discuss which innovations are producing meaningful results, how client, athlete, patient and student expectations are changing and what professionals can do to prepare for the future.

Topics include:

• Major trends shaping the future of kinesiology
• Technology in assessment, training and rehabilitation
• The growing role of data analytics
• Emerging opportunities across healthcare, sport, fitness and corporate wellness
• Changing expectations among clients, athletes, patients and students
• Evaluating which innovations deliver meaningful results
• Skills that will be valuable over the next decade
• How students and working professionals can future-proof their careers

What does it look like when a kinesiology degree moves beyond the classroom and into professional practice?

In this episode, a panel of kinesiology professionals, graduates and doctoral students discusses how they apply their education to real-world problems across healthcare, movement, wellness, physical activity and lifestyle medicine.

The conversation explores industry challenges, evidence-based decision-making, research methodology and the importance of understanding the individual behind each problem. The panel also discusses how collaboration across disciplines, continued education and emerging technology can improve professional practice and create better outcomes.

Topics include:

• Moving from academic knowledge to practical application
• Applying research to professional and organizational challenges
• Understanding clients and patients from a holistic perspective
• Collaboration across healthcare and movement-related disciplines
• Lifestyle medicine and physical activity
• Technology, innovation and the future of kinesiology
• Using doctoral education to strengthen leadership and decision-making 

In this episode, we explore how psychological wellbeing and physical health are closely linked, especially during times of crisis. Hear a personal journey of overcoming mental health challenges through fitness, nutrition, and holistic wellness strategies. Learn how exercise, sauna therapy, mindfulness, and support systems can strengthen resilience, reduce stress, and improve recovery.

Discover practical strategies and daily habits to support both mental and physical health during difficult times.