Marni on the Move

Forrest Smith is the Co-Founder and CEO of Kineon. We sync up on the Marni On The Move podcast to talk about the company's game changing Move+ Red Light Therapy healing device.  Forrest sheds light on where the innovative idea began, how red light therapy works to heal inflammation in our tissues, ligaments, and fascia and the science behind it.  He sheds light on his entrepreneurial ventures before launching Kineon, his personal fitness routine and wellness fueling him for success. Shop our code to get 10% Off Your Move+ Pro, MarniSalup is the code

Chapters

0:00 Intro to Red Light Therapy & Kineon

2:51 The Mission Behind Kineon

6:01 Understanding Red Light Therapy 

9:06 The science of Healing w Light 

12:00 Comparimg Red Light Therapy to Traditional Treaments 

15:07 Innovations In Light Therapy Technology 

17:54 Applications & Benefits of Red Light Therapy 

21:10 Challenges and Opportunities in Biz

26:14 Impactful Innovations 

29:02 Life and business in China 

30:41 The role of sports in personal development 

31:59 wellness practices for a balanced life 

35:12 Innovative products for gut health. 

39:24 Vagus Nerve Stimulation & Benefits

44:04 Future Innovations for Kineon

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Today on the Marni on the Move podcast, I’m joined by Matt Gooch,MS,C.Ped, Vice President of Product and Innovation at Superfeet Worldwide, where he’s been a driving force for over 15 years.We go behind the scenes of Superfeet’s latest evolution and dive deep into the brand’s vision, innovation, and performance technology. Matt and I explore the science behind their insoles, the exciting new categories they’re launching, and the groundbreaking carbon-plated insole dropping this fall. Whether you’re a runner, triathlete, or just someone who spends a lot of time on your feet, this episode is packed with valuable insights into how the right insole can elevate your movement, performance, and recovery.

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Today on the Marni on the Move podcast, I’m joined by Royi Metser, Founder of Avelo Running—the groundbreaking new company behind what may be the world’s smartest running shoe. Engineered for performance and precision, Avelo is revolutionizing the way we think about fit, tech, and how shoes interact with our bodies in motion. Royi is no stranger to innovation. With a background in product design and a passion for endurance sports, he’s spent the past several years developing a shoe that adapts to the runner, not the other way around. Whether you’re chasing PRs or training smarter, Avelo brings data-driven design to your daily miles. In this conversation, we dive into Royi’s entrepreneurial journey, the tech behind the shoe, and how runners around the world can now get in line to own a pair on Kickstarter!

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This week on Marni On The Move, I’m joined by Trip Randall, CEO of Superfeet — the performance insole and footwear brand helping people move better, feel better, and go further. In this episode, we dive into Superfeet’s exciting brand refresh, bold new direction, and some of the game-changing innovations and partnerships on the horizon.

Trip shares insights into how Superfeet is evolving beyond insoles into a full performance ecosystem, the importance of understanding your unique foot type, and how proper support can truly transform your movement — whether you're an athlete, a weekend warrior, or just walking around NYC.

We also talk about what’s next for the company, from new launches to community engagement and fit tech. I’ve been testing out Superfeet products myself and let me tell you — I feel amazing!

Mentioned in this episode:

Superfeet’s brand refresh

Superfeet & Sanya Richards Ross

Foot health, fit, and the science of support

New innovations and upcoming launches

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Team Octagon Elite athlete, Liis Berendsen Rametta, joins me on Marni On The Move to talk all things endurance—Boston Marathon, the Ironman World Championship in Kona, and how she balances it all as a mom of three and full-time teacher.

Liis shares her journey into triathlon, how she fits training into her busy schedule, and what drives her to keep showing up and performing at the highest level. We get into race mindset, team dynamics, and the power of consistency over perfection. Whether you're an endurance athlete, a parent, or just chasing big goals—this episode is a must-listen.

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This week on Marni on the Move, I'm joined by professional runner and COROS team member, Charlie Sweeney. Fresh off a 19th-place finish at the 2025 Boston Marathon—with a personal best time of 2:12:00—Charlie gives us a behind-the-scenes look at what it really takes to compete at the elite level while holding down a full-time job in the endurance sports tech world.

We talk about how he got into running, what pushed him to go pro, who’s coaching him, and how he manages a training load of over 130 miles per week. We also dive into the gear he trusts, including the shoes he races in and how COROS plays a role in his training and recovery.

Whether you’re training for your next race, dreaming of the pro path, or just love a good deep dive into endurance performance—this episode is full of insights and inspiration.

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Dirk Friel, Co-Founder/Chief Evangelist: TrainingPeaks, MakeMusic, TrainHeroic, Alfred Music and Host of The CoachCast podcast, is back on Marni On The Move. You may remember him from Episode 117, where we explored his journey from pro cycling to coaching and co-founding one of the most transformative platforms in endurance sports: TrainingPeaks.

In this episode, we dive into what's new and next at TrainingPeaks. Dirk offers insight into the latest tech updates, including support for new sports, improved indoor cycling integrations, and updates to the digital tools that have become essential for athletes and coaches around the world. Whether you're training for your next race or coaching others, Dirk shares what to expect from the evolving platform. We also catch up on what sports and goals are currently fueling Dirk’s personal motivation—and what’s on the horizon for him and the company as the endurance space continues to grow and adapt in a more connected, data-driven world.

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In this episode of Marni On The Move, I’m joined by Ariel Garten, neuroscientist, entrepreneur, and founder of Muse—the pioneering brain-sensing headband that transformed meditation for millions. Ariel shares the groundbreaking technology behind Muse S Athena, the first consumer wearable to combine EEG and fNIRS, offering real-time insights into brain activity and oxygen levels in the frontal cortex. We explore how this innovation goes beyond meditation and sleep to deliver personalized cognitive training for focus, performance, and long-term brain health. Ariel also discusses the future of neurotechnology, the science-backed benefits of brain training, and how Muse is making cognitive fitness as essential as physical exercise.

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Recorded live during Boston Marathon weekend, this episode of Marni on the Move features Renee Deehan, Senior Vice President of Science & AI  at InsideTracker. We dive into the key blood biomarkers every runner, triathlete, and endurance athlete should track for optimal performance and recovery. Renee breaks down what the data reveals about overtraining, under-recovery, and how to identify early warning signs through your bloodwork. Plus, we explore InsideTracker’s latest AI-powered tools designed to make personalized health insights more actionable than ever. Whether you're racing marathons or just trying to train smarter, this episode delivers must-know science to elevate your game.

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On this episode of Marni On The Move, I’m recapping the 2025 Boston Marathon Weekend through the lens of a media creator and video journalist. This solo show is your all-access pass to the race, the brands, the people, and the pulse of the weekend.

🎥 What’s Inside:

Race highlights, stats + standout moments

Wellness retreat reset at Remedy Place and their Boston Seaport offer for Marathoners

Deep-dive interviews with Tracksmith CEO & Founder, Matt Taylor on the origin of the marathon weekend pop-up in Boston on YouTube; Laura Healy and Conor Chasin on the Puma Running team to discuss the new Fast R3 Nitro Elite-speed, specs, and science, also on YouTube.

An interview with Renee Dehan of InsideTracker highlighting top biomarkers runners and marathoners need to know

Quick brand pop-up stops: Clif Bar, On, Shokz, Runna, Westin, OOFOS, Hyperice

Behind-the-scenes of my Boston Marathon docu-vlog (now live on YouTube)

A race debrief through the lens of a media person and content creator—not a runner

What’s next for me and what's on my vision board!

Whether you’re a runner, brand marketer, or storyteller, this episode is packed with insight, inspiration, and endurance energy.

🎧 Listen now on Apple, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts.📺 Watch the Boston docu-vlog on YouTube.

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