Vanessa Leone interviews Gary Ward, a movement specialist, about his journey from ski boot fitting to developing the Anatomy in Motion model. They discuss the importance of experiencing movement to truly understand it, the impact of injuries on movement habits, and the significance of joint motion in overall body function. Gary emphasizes the need for self-investigation and ownership of one’s body to address chronic pain and improve movement. He also shares insights on his programs “Wake Your Body Up” and “Wake Your Feet Up” designed to help individuals explore and restore missing movements.
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Meant to Move Episode 5
Dr. Emily Splichal discusses the importance of foot health and its impact on stability, posture, and overall movement. She explains the foot’s role in energy transfer, shock absorption, and balance, emphasizing the benefits of barefoot training. Dr. Splichal highlights the deep front fascial line’s connection from the feet to the core and diaphragm, advocating for intentional foot engagement in exercises. She also promotes Naboso recovery socks and toe spacers for foot stimulation and realignment. Finally, she stresses a gradual transition to barefoot shoes and shares her passion for ballroom dancing as a therapeutic movement practice.
Vanessa Leone Movement Therapist 