Stay ConnectedWelcome to The MOVEMENT Movement — the podcast for people who want the TRUTH about having a healthy, happy, strong body.
We’ll be breaking through the mythology, confusion and sometimes outright lies about what it takes to walk, run, hike, do yoga, paddle board, lift… or whatever you do. I’m here to help you do it better and have more fun.
It’s called The MOVEMENT Movement because We’re creating a movement. Making natural movement to the obvious choice the way natural FOOD is currently.
Kettlebells: EVERYTHING You Need to Know
– The MOVEMENT Movement with Steven Sashen Episode 210 with Steven Sashen
Brett Jones is StrongFirst's Director of Education and Master SFG. He is also a Certified Athletic Trainer and Strength and Conditioning Specialist based in Pittsburgh, PA. Mr. Jones holds a Bachelor of Science in Sports Medicine from High Point University, a Master of Science in Rehabilitative Sciences from Clarion University of Pennsylvania, and is a Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) from the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA). With over twenty years of experience, Brett has been sought out to consult with professional teams and athletes, as well as present throughout the United States and internationally. As an athletic trainer who has transitioned into the fitness industry, Brett has taught kettlebell techniques and principles since 2003. He has taught for Functional Movement Systems (FMS) since 2006, and has created multiple DVDs and manuals with world-renowned physical therapist Gray Cook, including the widely-praised "Secrets of…" series. Brett continues to evolve his approach to training and teaching, and is passionate about improving the quality of education for the fitness industry. He is available for consultations and distance coaching by e-mailing him at brett.jones@strongfirst.com
Listen to this episode of The MOVEMENT Movement with Brett Jones about everything you need to know about kettlebells.
Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week's show:
- How kettlebells are like cannonballs with handles, providing a unique way to train.
- Why kettlebell training helps with force absorption and redirection, which benefits other activities.
- How efficient alignment is more important than brute strength in kettlebell training.
- Why different thumb positions affect kettlebell gripping and alignment.
- How the kettlebell shouldn't hit your forearm when you are performing a snatch.
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Survivor Season 45, Tells All…
– The MOVEMENT Movement with Steven Sashen Episode 209 with Austin Li Coon
Austin Li Coon is a current MBA student at the University of Chicago Booth School of Business. Austin just finished competing on the most recent season of Survivor, where he finished in 2nd place. And of course, he wore Xero Shoes for the entire adventure.
Listen to this episode of The MOVEMENT Movement with Austin Li Coon about competing on season 45 of Survivor.
Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week's show:
- What it was like for Austin to apply to be on the show Survivor.
- How contestants on the show struggled with basic tasks and mental acuity due to extreme hunger.
- Why Austin used Xero Shoes while getting ready for the show and for the entirety of the season.
- How dealing with comments on social media can be challenging when you're on reality tv.
- How wearing Xero Shoes played a significant role in his success on survivor.
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Yoga is NOT Stretching
– The MOVEMENT Movement with Steven Sashen Episode 208 with Yogi Aaron
Yogi Aaron is a trailblazing yoga teacher who is leading a global rebellion against the harmful practice of stretching. He pioneered the groundbreaking approach to yoga that shows people how to live pain-free by activating muscles through Applied Yoga Anatomy + Muscle Activation™ (AYAMA).
In a world where conventional stretching and flexibility practices are the prescribed norm for pain, Yogi Aaron's unorthodox method provides a safer and more effective permanent solution — and it isn't being taught by anyone else!
Whether at his scenic Blue Osa Yoga Retreat in Costa Rica or through his online AYAMA™ Certification Program and The Yogi Club, Yogi Aaron is dedicated to teaching students worldwide to break free from pain and unlock their full potential and life purpose.
What sets him apart is his wisdom, infectious humor, adventurous spirit, and personal healing journey, which distinguish him as a beloved leader in the yoga community.
Listen to this episode of The MOVEMENT Movement with Yogi Aaron about how yoga isn't stretching.
Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week's show:
- How the Muscle Activation Technique is a way to address muscle-related problems.
- How yoga postures have evolved over time, and their original purpose may differ fro today's practice.
- Why there is a misconception that yoga postures are primarily preparing the body for meditation.
- Why mastering comfort and stability in yoga postures can lead to a deeper understanding of life and decision-making.
- How different yoga postures can impact the nervous system and energy levels.
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How Should You Walk Barefoot?
– The MOVEMENT Movement with Steven Sashen Episode 207 with Barry Weinstein
Barry Weinstein is the Head Coach at FootCamp which is the fastest growing barefoot lifestyle brand. FootCamp offers free barefooting classes in Central Park, New York, supplies barefoot shoes, toe socks, toe spacers, and rock mats to strengthen our customers feet and build a robust orthopedic system to live a pain free life.
Barry's emphasis on forefoot walking as a means of reducing orthopedic injury makes him unique in his coaching style. He uses a mix of history, anthropology, and anatomy to teach students barefooting technique.
Barry is a barefoot runner, a decorated track and field thrower, an Olympic style weightlifter, a former employee of the New York Road Runners and NYC Marathon finisher. Barry was also on the prestigious CRCA Junior Development road cycling team, competing in multiple stage races including the Green Mountain Stage Race and competed in the Tour of the Battenkill AKA "the hell of the north", and raced in the collegiate circuit in the Washington D.C. area.
Barry has been previously featured in publications such as Scientific American, Fox News, BBC World News, Crain's New York Business, Forbes and many others.
Listen to this episode of The MOVEMENT Movement with Barry Weinstein about the correct way to walk barefoot.
Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week's show:
- How the Achilles tendon absorbs and recycles impact when running barefoot.
- Why there are high rates of back and foot injuries associated with modern running shoes.
- How the only way to change minds is to build rapport and have non-confrontational conversations with people.
- Why some people experience orthopedic problems similar to those who overuse hell strike problems even when they don't run.
- How overstriding or reaching out with the foot in front is not ideal for walking or running.
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Footwear Barefoot Running Optimal Diet Conversation
– The MOVEMENT Movement with Steven Sashen Episode 206 with Dr. Mark Cucuzzella
Dr. Mark Cucuzzella is a Professor at West Virginia University School of Medicine. As a US Air Force Reservist he designs programs to promote healthier and better running with the US Air Force Efficient Running Project. Mark has presented running workshops on over 50 military bases. You can view modules on his Efficient Running website. He has been a national-level Masters runner, having competed for over 35 years with more than 100 marathon and ultra-marathon finishes. Mark is a two time winner of the Air Force Marathon and has a marathon PR of 2:24. As well as being the race director of Freedom's Run race series in West Virginia, Mark is director of the Natural Running Center, an education portal designed to teach healthier running. He is also the owner of Two Rivers Treads – A Center for Natural Running and Walking in his hometown of Shepherdstown, WV. Mark's innovative work and story has been featured in the New York Times, NPR, Outside Magazine, Running Times, Runners World, Air Force Times, the Washington Post, JAMA, and other medical and media outlets.
Listen to this episode of The MOVEMENT Movement with Dr. Mark Cucuzzella about the importance of using the right barefoot shoes and eating the right diet.
Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week's show:
- How barefoot running provides many benefits including better running form.
- Why you should transition gradually to minimalist shoes.
- How minimalist footwear helps strengthen your feet over time.
- Why it's difficult to find funding to do studies on minimalist footwear.
- How proper running form involves posture, arm position, and rhythm.
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Do You Have 3D Barefoot Awareness?
– The MOVEMENT Movement with Steven Sashen Episode 205 with Erik Hansen
Erik Hansen is a wellness pioneer with a lifelong commitment to health and fitness. His journey began in 1974 with swim coaching, followed by personal training in 1978 and massage therapy in 1979. In 1984, he ran his first barefoot 10k in a triathlon, embracing unconventional fitness methods.
By 1986, Erik became a certified Holistic Bodywork Therapist and Educator, combining his passion for physical wellness and holistic practices. In 1987, he founded a barefoot trail running group and opened his first Wellness Center in Boulder, CO.
In 2000, Erik shifted his focus to addressing challenging health issues and preventing common ailments. He's a dedicated family man, fathering five adult children and four grandkids. Erik has pioneered groundbreaking initiatives, including Pure 3-Dimensional Ex's for holistic fitness, Nature's Essential Food Groups for balanced nutrition, Masterful Regenerative Sleep, and The Me's Method for unlocking physical and mental potential.
Erik Hansen's career and innovations continue to inspire individuals to embrace holistic well-being, promoting happier and healthier lives for all.
Listen to this episode of The MOVEMENT Movement with Erik Hansen about 3D barefoot awareness.
Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week's show:
- Why people shouldn't isolate their muscle groups when they are training.
- How traditional athletic shoes can inhibit foot function by interfering with sensory feedback.
- How the MES Method focuses on moving, eating, and sleeping, and taking ownership of these aspects.
- Why it's important to support your mental, emotional, psychological, and spiritual components while training.
- How flexibility and adaptability in performance is important.
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Lessons from the FIRST and ORIGINAL Barefoot Doctor
– The MOVEMENT Movement with Steven Sashen Episode 204 with Dr. James Stoxen DC., FSSEMM (hon)
Dr. James Stoxen DC., FSSEMM (hon), AKA The Barefoot Running Doctor, is the president of Team Doctors®, Treatment and Training Center Chicago, one of the most recognized treatment centers in the world. He started training his athletes and patients barefoot in 1991, long before the barefoot running craze of 2010. He is a much sought-after speaker both to the general public and at CME credentialed medical conferences. He has given over 1000 live presentations and lectured at over 70 medical conferences to over 50,000 doctors in more than 20 countries. He has been invited to speak at over 400 medical conferences and the keynote speaker at over 60 medical conferences. He has lectured at over 75 medical conferences.After his groundbreaking lecture on the Integrated Spring-Mass Model at the World Congress of Sports and Exercise Medicine he was presented with an Honorary Fellowship Award by a member of the royal family, the Sultan of Pahang. This honorary fellowship was awarded for his distinguished research and contributions to the advancement of Sports and Exercise Medicine on an International level.
Dr. Stoxen is a #1 International Bestselling Author of the book, The Human Spring Approach to Thoracic Outlet Syndrome. He has lectured at more than 15 medical conferences on his Human Spring Approach to Thoracic Outlet Syndrome, 7 lectures where he was the keynote speaker. Editors from over 30 peer review medical journals have asked Dr. Stoxen to publish his research on The Human Spring Approach to thoracic outlet syndrome specifically. He serves as the Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Orthopedic Science and Research. He is on the editorial board for over 40 peer review medical journals.Listen to this episode of The MOVEMENT Movement with Dr. James Stoxen about being the first and original doctor barefoot doctor.
Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week's show:
- How your feet protect against impacts, recycle energy, and open spaces for joints and tunnels in the body.
- Why incorrect stretching practices can lead to injuries especially for the neck and ribcage.
- How physical therapists and trainers must have a deep knowledge of the body and movement to provide effective care.
- Why understanding muscles, joints, biomechanics, and physiology is crucial to address chronic pain effectively.
- How overpronation can lead to various lower-body issues and injuries.
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Are Barefoot Shoes Booming or Busting?!
– The MOVEMENT Movement with Steven Sashen Episode 203 with Adam Graff
Adam Graff is the creator and founder of Minimal-list, an online platform and resource focused on barefoot shoes and minimalist footwear. His journey into the world of minimalist footwear was sparked, like many, by injury, the idea of a 'better way' and the book "Born to Run" by Christopher McDougall. Adam's journey is one of discovery and passion. Struck by the simple but ancient wisdom in "Born to Run," he saw barefoot shoes not just as footwear, but as a pathway to a healthier and more natural way of movement. This realization led him to seek a deeper understanding and create a platform that would not only serve his interests but also address the needs of a growing community curious about minimalist footwear. Nearly four years later, Minimal-list has grown into a vital resource for the community, offering a comprehensive list of brands, footwear options, and in-depth insights into the world of barefoot and minimalist shoes along with the ever so slightly whimsical Golden Toe Awards. Adam's ethos has always been community-centric – he continuously strives to make Minimal-list a platform that is not only informative but also accessible, helping people navigate the world of natural movement and overcome the initial hurdles of transitioning to barefoot shoes.
Listen to this episode of The MOVEMENT Movement with Adam Graff about if barefoot shoes are booming or busting.
Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week's show:
- How many people are introduced to barefoot running because of a repetitive injury,
- Why the growth of barefoot shoe companies helps the entire barefoot movement grow.
- How the awareness of natural movement and barefoot shoes is growing in Europe in countries like Germany.
- Why increased interest in natural movement is contributing to the growth of the barefoot shoe market.
- How transitioning to barefoot shoes leads to stronger and more flexible feet.
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Lessons From a 1-Legged Champion Athlete
– The MOVEMENT Movement with Steven Sashen Episode 202 with Rustin Hughes
Rustin Hughes is a Husband, father, veteran, Para Jiu Jitsu champion, and coach. He lost his leg in 2014 and has been utilizing the lessons he learned from the experience to convey a sense of hope and determination to individuals battling through their own adversity. He recognizes the power of sports and exercise in healing oneself, both physically and mentally. Rustin has dedicated his life toward affecting positive change in individuals throughout northern Colorado, no matter what their abilities are.
Listen to this episode of The MOVEMENT Movement with Rustin Hughes about lessons learned as a 1-legged champion athlete.
Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week's show:
- How people with disabilities can achieve their goals by finding innovative solutions.
- Why many people with disabilities have to experiment with techniques because of lack of guidance.
- Why it's important to instill confidence in people with disabilities.
- How people with disabilities can turn those same disabilities into their strengths.
- Why wearing heavily padded shoes presents a challenge for people with prosthetic legs.
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Fix the 5 Top Running Form Problems
– The MOVEMENT Movement with Steven Sashen Episode 201 with Dr. Doug Adams
Dr. Doug Adams is a Physical Therapist who has published and spoken at an international level on all things related to running. Doug has taught thousands of professionals his systematic approach to providing personalized plans for runners through the Certified Running Gait Analyst and Endurance Running Coaching courses. He also designed and created a portable 3D Motion Analysis system called Helix 3D for analyzing and categorizing running form that is used widely throughout the Department of Defense and commercial sectors. He is adjunct faculty for the 711th Human Performance Wing of the US Air Force and does research on novel approaches to preventing injuries and improving performance. Currently, Doug treats some of the top professional runners both as the head physical therapist for Tinman Elite and at his Physical Therapy clinic Omega Project PT in Wilmington, Delaware that specializes in treating endurance athletes and runners.
Listen to this episode of The MOVEMENT Movement with Dr. Doug Adams about how to fix the 5 top running form problems.
Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week's show:
- How gait analysis is a crucial component of improving running performance and preventing injuries.
- Why overstriding – landing with the foot too far in front of the body – is a major cause of running problems.
- How making a 10% reduction in stress with each step can significantly improve running performance.
- Why the average runner shouldn't compare themselves to professional runners.
- How developing an efficient spring-like system is crucial for runners to optimize performance and reduce the risk of injury.
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