The MOVEMENT Movement

David Durante is a highly accomplished gymnast and dedicated coach, co-owner of Power Monkey Fitness, and a former member of the 2008 U.S. Olympic gymnastics team. His journey in gymnastics began at Stanford University, where he became an NCAA All-American. Over the years, he claimed multiple U.S. national titles and represented the country in two World Championships. Now based in Oregon, Dave is passionate about teaching handstands and skill development, advocating consistent training and mobility work. His role as an educator at Power Monkey Camp allows him to share his expertise with athletes of all levels, from beginners to elite competitors. Known for his love of gymnastics, Durante inspires others to embrace fitness with enthusiasm and consistency, ensuring they find joy in their fitness journeys.

Listen to this episode of The MOVEMENT Movement with David Durante about the mental challenges, pressure, competition, and responsibility athletes face.

Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show:

- How gymnastics training requires adaptability and resilience in diverse conditions.

- Why financial literacy should be a priority for young athletes who receive significant payments from NIL deals.

- How engaging in various training activities like gymnastics, weightlifting, running, and yoga improves movement skills.

- How you can improve your fitness levels and learn from experts by attending Power Monkey Camp.

- How competitive strength challenges can expand gymnastics programs at colleges by attracting more participants.

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As a Podiatrist, Human Movement Specialist, and Global Leader in Barefoot Science and Rehabilitation, Dr. Emily Splichal has developed a keen eye for movement dysfunction and neuromuscular control during gait. 

Originally trained as a surgeon through Beth Israel Medical Center in New York City and Mt Vernon Hospital in Mt Vernon, NY, in 2017 Dr. Splichal put down her scalpel and shifted her practice to one that is built around functional and regenerative medicine. 

Listen to this episode of The MOVEMENT Movement with Emily Splichal about the truth about orthotics.

Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show:

- How functional podiatry emphasizes the connection between movement and foot function while using a holistic approach to foot health.

- Why orthotics should be used for healing purposes instead of indefinitely.

- How expensive orthotics aren’t necessarily superior to off-the-shelf options, especially when treating plantar fasciitis.

- Why podiatrists face challenges in integrating natural movement into patient treatment protocols.

- How foot foundation awareness is crucial for balanced posture and gait.

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Jessica Lauren Graff is an American professional stunt performer and sports-focused television personality. She has had training in five other martial arts, holds a black sash in Kung Fu, and is a black belt in Taekwondo. She is a champion gymnast, a pole vaulter, and a professional stunt performer.

Listen to this episode of The MOVEMENT Movement with Jessie Graff about Ninja Warrior fitness secrets.

Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show:

- How becoming more scientific about your training allows you to continue getting gains after years of training.

- Why persistence and practice are key when you’re trying to achieve any goal.

- How Ninja Warriors must attack each exercise with the same amount of intensity.

- Why it’s important to engage the correct muscles to breathe properly.

- How being the hardest worker might actually be preventing you from succeeding. Connect with Jessie

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Erwan Le Corre is the founder of “MovNat”, a synthesis of his long-term passion for real-world physical competency, his love of movement in nature, his extensive knowledge of Physical Education history, and his personal philosophy of life. He believes it is everyone’s universal and biological birthright to be strong, healthy, happy and free. He calls this state of being our “True Nature”.

Erwan was born on September 10th, 1971 in France. At home, the TV set had a black and white screen with no remote control and no video games, and personal computers and internet didn’t exist. Most leisure time was spent outdoors exploring the surrounding woods. He was not only free to go move outside as much as he wanted, he was actively encouraged to do so.

At a very young age, Erwan’s father would often take him outdoors to run, crawl, climb, and jump, helping him to push his physical and mental limits. That’s when his passion for movement in nature started. Until his teenage years, Erwan’s only physical education came from Judo and exploring the world around him.

Listen to this episode of The MOVEMENT Movement with Erwan Le Corre about enhancing cognition through natural movement.

Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show:

- How adding primal movements into physical training allows people to reconnect individuals with nature and enhance physical capabilities.

- Why engaging in natural movement enhancing your memory and brain function.

- How incorporating natural movements like squatting into daily activities enhances your physical capability.

- Why people should engage in walking and sensory stimulation in natural environments to contribute to cognitive health.

- How you can reconnect with your innate physical abilities through practicing natural movements.

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Dr. Brianne Showman has been a licensed physical therapist since 2006. Since that time, she has been helping active adults and athletes get back to the activities they love. As ideas and theories in rehabilitation, functional movement, and nutrition are constantly changing, she is constantly searching for the new information in order to get you back to the activities you love as quickly (but safely) as possible. Being a CrossFitter and runner herself, she also understands the desire to want to push through the pain, not wanting to take time off, and wanting to get back to activity as soon as possible when required to take time off. She does her best to keep you active in the things you are able to do, modifying as necessary, but not taking you completely out of the gym, off the track/field, or off the road.

Listen to this episode of The MOVEMENT Movement with Dr. Brianne Showman about the myth of stretching.

Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show:

- How box breathing is a controlled breathing pattern method used for relaxation and stress relief.

- Why addressing weaknesses in key muscle groups is essential to alleviate chronic tightness and prevent further issues.

- How improving hip stability and control during running is crucial for overall performance.

- Why grip strength is a significant factor in obstacle course racing and ninja warrior training.

- How training the body to control new range of motion gained through stretching is crucial to prevent regression.

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Chong Xie is the author of “Secret of Athleticism”, inventor of the Hyperarch Fascia Training System and founder of the page “secret-of-athleticism.com” a website and discussion group founded to understand more about the foot, and its relationship to athleticism, as well as best training practices.   Chong has a computer science degree and has been working as a technical analyst in the software industry for the last 10 years.  His interest in the foot was piqued by seeing the large discrepancy in athletic performance, and Chong has spent many years on a quest to unlock the “secret” of athletic performance that is hiding beneath our shoes.

Listen to this episode of The MOVEMENT Movement with Chong Xie about the Tai Chi secret to stronger glutes.

Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show:

- How fascia training focuses on creating a more responsive facia for improved overall body function.

- Why foot health and movement behaviors can be influenced by being barefoot.

- How training your glutes and feet together is important for optimal movement and performance.

- Why foot mechanics are affected by the type of shoes you wear. 

- How fascia plays a crucial role in movement and strength, emphasizing the need for intentional stimulation and training.

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Sprinting at the Olympics is a thrilling event that showcases the pinnacle of human speed and athleticism. From the explosive starts to the photo-finish endings, sprinting captivates audiences around the world. But what goes on behind the scenes to make these races possible? Let's dive into the world of sprinting at the Olympics.

Listen to this episode of The MOVEMENT Movement about the problem with Olympic sprinters. 

Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show:

- How the evolution of sprinting technology has transformed race outcomes, highlighting the role of innovation in athletic performance.

- Why there is an ongoing struggle between sprinters and anti-doping organizations.

- How watching unfamiliar events at the Olympics allows viewers to step out of their comfort zones and explore new events from a fresh perspective.

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Bart Potter is the author of Jiffy Body, The 10-Minute System to Avoid Joint and Muscle Pain. Since 1995 Bart has taught people of all ages a simple approach to avoid pain and tune-up their bodies. He enjoys sharing quick tips for a healthier and happier body, brain and life.

Listen to this episode of The MOVEMENT Movement with Bart Potter about why you shouldn’t work out to change your body.

Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show:

- How doing a variety of activities throughout the day can help build muscle fiber, increase bone density, and improve joint range of motion.

- How moving your feet in slow circles can activate important muscles and improve lower leg, ankle, and foot function.

- How improving muscle balance through varied movements can strengthen counterbalancing muscles and enhance overall body function.

- Why exploring new activities can help maintain flexibility and expand your range of motion.

- How consistency in practicing body mechanics daily can lead to significant improvements in body function.

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Chris Duffin believes in living life at the extremes—extreme performance, extreme competence, and extreme achievement. 

A true-to-life mountain man with his story as a best-selling autobiography and upcoming documentary movie Chris has numerous accolades to list. From sitting on the board of OregonTech, where he received his engineering degree, to also on the board of the College of Functional Movement Clinicians. He holds awards and records for his inventions and unduplicated feats of strength. Using his engineering degree and MBA, he spent nearly 20 years becoming a sought-after turnaround expert in the aerospace, automotive, and industrial equipment manufacturing sectors. But most people know him for his work after moving on from that career, founding his own Education and Manufacturing companies focused on biomechanics, human movement, and personal development. As an award-winning expert in these fields, he holds patents and has been recognized for scientific innovation, and is a desired keynote speaker.

In the sports performance world, Chris’s work is everywhere. His game-changing products are used in nearly every professional sports team in North America, all the big-name colleges and a thousand others, all military branches (white house included), and so many more. His concepts have changed the landscape of strength training in improving performance and the systemized approaches to assessing and correcting human movement dysfunctions. With extremes again, Chris is not just a recognized thought leader but has held numerous all-time world records and become one of the strongest pound-for-pound powerlifters in the world. He holds the Guinness World Record for the heaviest sumo deadlift of all time, with 1001 pounds for almost three repetitions. He also completed the same feat with a 1001lbs squat making him the only human in history to have Squatted and Deadlifted 1000+lbs for reps. He used these feats of strength to raise money and awareness for charities related to his upbringing. As for the true-to-life mountain man portion might be best left to his first book, “The Eagle & The Dragon.” Growing up homeless in the wilderness. He was raised in an abusive and chaotic household (tent, shack, tree fort at times) where his childhood was composed of skinning rattlesnakes, foraging for food, and protecting his sisters and mother. With stories of dealing with murderers, drug running and abuse, human trafficking, death, a serial killer, and extreme poverty. He could attend college as a star athlete and valedictorian after graduating high school. In college, he worked full-time to take custody of his three younger siblings and get them out of that toxic environment. It seems pointless even to add the part that he still graduated from college at the top of his class. Today, Chris is an advisor and Chief Engineer/Visionary to Kabuki Strength & Bearfoot Shoes. He is focused on his passion for personal development with his philosophies and tools around mindset, goal setting, execution, and deep introspection. He is the father of three wonderful children and husband to an amazing Canadian chef who appears in reality-TV cooking shows. If he’s not with his family, working on himself and his businesses, or remodeling his house, you can find him in his shop perfecting his Mad Max off-road war machines.

Listen to this episode of The MOVEMENT Movement with Chris Duffin about the truth regarding squat shoes.

Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show:

- How ankle mobility is crucial for optimal positions in weightlifting movements.

- How your footwear choice impacts muscle engagement, biomechanics, and injury prevention.

- Why improving bracing techniques can enhance force output and reduce injury risk.

- How specialized weightlifting shoes can improve performance in specific movements but may hinder overall athletic development.

- How strong feet and ankles are essential for proper alignment, load distribution, and resistance training.

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Brian Keane is a three-time best-selling author with The Fitness Mindset, Rewire Your Mindset and The Keane Edge: Mastering the Mindset for Real Lasting Fat Loss.

Over the past ten years, Brian has become one of the most recognised faces in the Irish health and fitness industry. He has spoken at major wellness events such as Wellfest Ireland and Mefit Dubai, was a Keynote speaker at Google HQ for their 2018 wellness event and has done corporate wellness talks for Allianz Partners, SAP and Acorn Insurance.

On top of running his own highly successful business, Brian has also completed some of the worlds most gruelling endurance challenges, such as six back to back marathons through the Sahara desert, a 230km through the Arctic and multiple ultra-marathons, including a 100 mile ultra-marathon in the desert in Nevada.

Listen to this episode of The MOVEMENT Movement with Brian Keane about the mental side of fitness and exercise.

Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show:

- How transitioning to more holistic and mentally challenging fitness pursuits leads to personal growth and fulfillment.

- Why bodybuilding competitions are difficult and can lead to struggles with disordered eating habits.

- How setting incremental targets and following curiosity allows you to continually push boundaries in fitness.

- Why your fitness goals should be aligned with your personal values.

- How people should take a mindful approach to making decisions that nourish their personal growth and wellness.

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