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 #7
In this episode, Vanessa Leone and Ian O’Dwyer discuss fitness metrics, movement assessment, and self-awareness in training. O’Dwyer emphasizes the importance of listening to the body over relying solely on biofeedback tools. He advocates for “appraisals” instead of “assessments” to reduce fear and improve self-awareness. They explore how movement, hydration, nutrition, sleep, and mood impact performance. O’Dwyer highlights fascia’s role in movement and explains mobilizers as low-force, functional movements tailored to individual needs. The conversation underscores the value of intuitive training, proper recovery, and questioning conventional fitness testing for a more holistic approach to health and movement.
Vanessa Leone Movement Therapist 