What happens when a seasoned physical educator brings 31 years of experience into a conversation about the future of fitness, wellness, and youth health? In this episode of the Movement Podcast, we sit down with Massachusetts Physical Education Teacher of the Year Rick Vittum to talk about the state of youth movement, what’s broken in the system, and how we can fix it. Rick shares real stories from the trenches of high school PE, how the Functional Movement Screen is changing the game, and why kids need more than just fitness—they need awareness, mentorship, and a physical problem-solving skillset that lasts a lifetime. Whether you&apos;re a teacher, coach, parent, or practitioner, this conversation is packed with insights on movement screening in schools, how technology and culture are reshaping physical health, and what the future of PE should look like.https://www.functionalmovement.com<a href='https://www.functionalmovement.com/'>Functional Movement Systems</a> <a href='https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKsoHg5Hmq6EojYNl9UmEeA'>YouTube</a> <a href='https://www.facebook.com/functionalmovement'>Facebook</a> <a href='https://www.instagram.com/functionalmvmt'>Instagram</a> <a href='https://twitter.com/FunctionalMvmt'>X (Twitter</a>) <a href='https://bit.ly/3qgPRiF'>Subscribe to the FMS Newsletter</a>

<description>&lt;p&gt;What happens when a seasoned physical educator brings 31 years of experience into a conversation about the future of fitness, wellness, and youth health? In this episode of the Movement Podcast, we sit down with Massachusetts Physical Education Teacher of the Year Rick Vittum to talk about the state of youth movement, what’s broken in the system, and how we can fix it.&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;Rick shares real stories from the trenches of high school PE, how the Functional Movement Screen is changing the game, and why kids need more than just fitness—they need awareness, mentorship, and a physical problem-solving skillset that lasts a lifetime.&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;Whether you&amp;apos;re a teacher, coach, parent, or practitioner, this conversation is packed with insights on movement screening in schools, how technology and culture are reshaping physical health, and what the future of PE should look like.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;https://www.functionalmovement.com&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;a href='https://www.functionalmovement.com/'&gt;&lt;b&gt;Functional Movement Systems&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;a href='https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKsoHg5Hmq6EojYNl9UmEeA'&gt;&lt;b&gt;YouTube&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;a href='https://www.facebook.com/functionalmovement'&gt;&lt;b&gt;Facebook&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;a href='https://www.instagram.com/functionalmvmt'&gt;&lt;b&gt;Instagram&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;a href='https://twitter.com/FunctionalMvmt'&gt;&lt;b&gt;X (Twitter&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;b&gt;)&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;a href='https://bit.ly/3qgPRiF'&gt;&lt;b&gt;Subscribe to the FMS Newsletter&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>

What happens when a seasoned physical educator brings 31 years of experience into a conversation about the future of fitness, wellness, and youth health? In this episode of the Movement Podcast, we sit down with Massachusetts Physical Education Teacher of the Year Rick Vittum to talk about the state of youth movement, what’s broken in the system, and how we can fix it.  Rick shares real stories from the trenches of high school PE, how the Functional Movement Screen is changing the game, and w...

How Physical Education Can Save the Next Generation | Rick Vittum

Former Indiana Pacers strength coach Shawn Windle joins the Movement Podcast to unpack 20+ years in the NBA and his evolution from athletic trainer to performance director. This episode explores the integration of sports science, the dangers of over-coaching, individualized athlete care, and the realities of modern NBA player development. Topics include: Early career challenges in a siloed sports culture Why HRV isn’t practical in pro sports Real-world vs. lab testing Achilles tendon injuries in the NBA Youth sports burnout and early specialization How to earn trust and communicate across disciplines Using movement screening in daily performance strategyA must-listen for strength coaches, physical therapists, sports scientists, and anyone working in high performance environments. https://www.functionalmovement.com<a href='https://www.functionalmovement.com/'>Functional Movement Systems</a> <a href='https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKsoHg5Hmq6EojYNl9UmEeA'>YouTube</a> <a href='https://www.facebook.com/functionalmovement'>Facebook</a> <a href='https://www.instagram.com/functionalmvmt'>Instagram</a> <a href='https://twitter.com/FunctionalMvmt'>X (Twitter</a>) <a href='https://bit.ly/3qgPRiF'>Subscribe to the FMS Newsletter</a>

<description>&lt;p&gt;Former Indiana Pacers strength coach Shawn Windle joins the Movement Podcast to unpack 20+ years in the NBA and his evolution from athletic trainer to performance director. This episode explores the integration of sports science, the dangers of over-coaching, individualized athlete care, and the realities of modern NBA player development.&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;Topics include:&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;Early career challenges in a siloed sports culture&lt;br/&gt;Why HRV isn’t practical in pro sports&lt;br/&gt;Real-world vs. lab testing&lt;br/&gt;Achilles tendon injuries in the NBA&lt;br/&gt;Youth sports burnout and early specialization&lt;br/&gt;How to earn trust and communicate across disciplines&lt;br/&gt;Using movement screening in daily performance strategy&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;A must-listen for strength coaches, physical therapists, sports scientists, and anyone working in high performance environments.&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;https://www.functionalmovement.com&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;a href='https://www.functionalmovement.com/'&gt;&lt;b&gt;Functional Movement Systems&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;a href='https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKsoHg5Hmq6EojYNl9UmEeA'&gt;&lt;b&gt;YouTube&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;a href='https://www.facebook.com/functionalmovement'&gt;&lt;b&gt;Facebook&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;a href='https://www.instagram.com/functionalmvmt'&gt;&lt;b&gt;Instagram&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;a href='https://twitter.com/FunctionalMvmt'&gt;&lt;b&gt;X (Twitter&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;b&gt;)&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;a href='https://bit.ly/3qgPRiF'&gt;&lt;b&gt;Subscribe to the FMS Newsletter&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>

Former Indiana Pacers strength coach Shawn Windle joins the Movement Podcast to unpack 20+ years in the NBA and his evolution from athletic trainer to performance director. This episode explores the integration of sports science, the dangers of over-coaching, individualized athlete care, and the realities of modern NBA player development.  Topics include:  Early career challenges in a siloed sports culture Why HRV isn’t practical in pro sports Real-world vs. lab testing Achilles tendon injuri...

Inside 20 Years in the NBA: Movement, Data & Athlete Development

In this episode of the Movement Podcast, Gray Cook and Lee Burton sit down with Bob Alejo, a leader in the world of strength and conditioning with over 40 years of experience across professional sports, collegiate athletics, and Olympic training. This episode is a masterclass in leadership, collaboration, and the reality of applying science, data, and wisdom in high-performance settings. Whether you&apos;re a veteran coach, young professional, or healthcare provider, Bob’s perspective will challenge how you view risk, readiness, and results in sport and movement.👉 If you&apos;re a coach, clinician, or movement professional, this episode offers insights on: The power of collaboration in sport The dangers of chasing data without context How to grow leadership skills in performance environments Mentorship, ego, and humility in the strength and conditioning profession<a href='https://www.functionalmovement.com/'>Functional Movement Systems</a> <a href='https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKsoHg5Hmq6EojYNl9UmEeA'>YouTube</a> <a href='https://www.facebook.com/functionalmovement'>Facebook</a> <a href='https://www.instagram.com/functionalmvmt'>Instagram</a> <a href='https://twitter.com/FunctionalMvmt'>X (Twitter</a>) <a href='https://bit.ly/3qgPRiF'>Subscribe to the FMS Newsletter</a>

<description>&lt;p&gt;In this episode of the Movement Podcast, Gray Cook and Lee Burton sit down with Bob Alejo, a leader in the world of strength and conditioning with over 40 years of experience across professional sports, collegiate athletics, and Olympic training. This episode is a masterclass in leadership, collaboration, and the reality of applying science, data, and wisdom in high-performance settings.&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;Whether you&amp;apos;re a veteran coach, young professional, or healthcare provider, Bob’s perspective will challenge how you view risk, readiness, and results in sport and movement.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;👉 If you&amp;apos;re a coach, clinician, or movement professional, this episode offers insights on:&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;The power of collaboration in sport&lt;br/&gt;The dangers of chasing data without context&lt;br/&gt;How to grow leadership skills in performance environments&lt;br/&gt;Mentorship, ego, and humility in the strength and conditioning profession&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;a href='https://www.functionalmovement.com/'&gt;&lt;b&gt;Functional Movement Systems&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;a href='https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKsoHg5Hmq6EojYNl9UmEeA'&gt;&lt;b&gt;YouTube&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;a href='https://www.facebook.com/functionalmovement'&gt;&lt;b&gt;Facebook&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;a href='https://www.instagram.com/functionalmvmt'&gt;&lt;b&gt;Instagram&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;a href='https://twitter.com/FunctionalMvmt'&gt;&lt;b&gt;X (Twitter&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;b&gt;)&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;a href='https://bit.ly/3qgPRiF'&gt;&lt;b&gt;Subscribe to the FMS Newsletter&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>

In this episode of the Movement Podcast, Gray Cook and Lee Burton sit down with Bob Alejo, a leader in the world of strength and conditioning with over 40 years of experience across professional sports, collegiate athletics, and Olympic training. This episode is a masterclass in leadership, collaboration, and the reality of applying science, data, and wisdom in high-performance settings.  Whether you're a veteran coach, young professional, or healthcare provider, Bob’s perspective will challe...

Creating a Performance Culture with Bob Alejo

In this episode of the Movement Podcast, Gray Cook and Lee Burton explore one of the most complex and debated topics in sports and rehabilitation: predicting athletic performance and ranking talent.With AI and machine learning beginning to shape how we analyze athletes, the conversation unpacks: • How performance is measured—and why it’s more than just speed and strength. • The rise of durable performers: athletes who stay healthy, consistent, and coachable. • What new research says about FMS scores and their ability to predict performance—not just prevent injury. • The growing need to consider psychological readiness, engagement, and self-awareness as critical metrics. • Why looking at movement quality, not just quantity, is essential in both elite and youth sports. Whether you&apos;re a coach, trainer, healthcare provider, or performance nerd, this discussion will help you rethink how we define, assess, and develop talent. Curious what your wellness score is? Check it out for free! https://www.symmio.co/whats-your-wellness-score Become an FMS Academy Member. Your all-access membership to FMS online education https://www.functionalmovement.com/fmsacademy Referenced Research Articles: Predictive Athlete Performance Modeling with Machine Learning and Biometric Data Integration Prediction and Injury Risk Based on Movement Patterns and Flexibility (2023) #FMS #MovementPodcast<a href='https://www.functionalmovement.com/'>Functional Movement Systems</a> <a href='https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKsoHg5Hmq6EojYNl9UmEeA'>YouTube</a> <a href='https://www.facebook.com/functionalmovement'>Facebook</a> <a href='https://www.instagram.com/functionalmvmt'>Instagram</a> <a href='https://twitter.com/FunctionalMvmt'>X (Twitter</a>) <a href='https://bit.ly/3qgPRiF'>Subscribe to the FMS Newsletter</a>

<description>&lt;p&gt;In this episode of the Movement Podcast, Gray Cook and Lee Burton explore one of the most complex and debated topics in sports and rehabilitation: predicting athletic performance and ranking talent.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;With AI and machine learning beginning to shape how we analyze athletes, the conversation unpacks:&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;• How performance is measured—and why it’s more than just speed and strength.&lt;br/&gt;• The rise of durable performers: athletes who stay healthy, consistent, and coachable.&lt;br/&gt;• What new research says about FMS scores and their ability to predict performance—not just prevent injury.&lt;br/&gt;• The growing need to consider psychological readiness, engagement, and self-awareness as critical metrics.&lt;br/&gt;• Why looking at movement quality, not just quantity, is essential in both elite and youth sports.&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;Whether you&amp;apos;re a coach, trainer, healthcare provider, or performance nerd, this discussion will help you rethink how we define, assess, and develop talent.&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;Curious what your wellness score is? Check it out for free!&lt;br/&gt;https://www.symmio.co/whats-your-wellness-score&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;Become an FMS Academy Member. Your all-access membership to FMS online education&lt;br/&gt;https://www.functionalmovement.com/fmsacademy&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;Referenced Research Articles:&lt;br/&gt;Predictive Athlete Performance Modeling with Machine Learning and Biometric Data Integration&lt;br/&gt;Prediction and Injury Risk Based on Movement Patterns and Flexibility (2023)&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;#FMS #MovementPodcast&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;a href='https://www.functionalmovement.com/'&gt;&lt;b&gt;Functional Movement Systems&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;a href='https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKsoHg5Hmq6EojYNl9UmEeA'&gt;&lt;b&gt;YouTube&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;a href='https://www.facebook.com/functionalmovement'&gt;&lt;b&gt;Facebook&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;a href='https://www.instagram.com/functionalmvmt'&gt;&lt;b&gt;Instagram&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;a href='https://twitter.com/FunctionalMvmt'&gt;&lt;b&gt;X (Twitter&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;b&gt;)&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;a href='https://bit.ly/3qgPRiF'&gt;&lt;b&gt;Subscribe to the FMS Newsletter&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>

In this episode of the Movement Podcast, Gray Cook and Lee Burton explore one of the most complex and debated topics in sports and rehabilitation: predicting athletic performance and ranking talent. With AI and machine learning beginning to shape how we analyze athletes, the conversation unpacks:  • How performance is measured—and why it’s more than just speed and strength. • The rise of durable performers: athletes who stay healthy, consistent, and coachable. • What new research says about F...

Can Functional Movement Predict Athlete Performance?

Are the corrective exercise guys bashing correctives? Maybe . . . Lee and Gray take the time to step back, define what correctives are, and detail how they should be used to restore whole movement. Screening plays an important role in identifying movement dysfunction and pain with movement, but the next step doesn’t have to be corrective exercise. In this episode of the Movement Podcast, Gray Cook and Dr. Lee Burton challenge the industry’s reliance on corrective routines and reveal a smarter, more effective approach to improving movement and performance. From overprescribed &quot;fixes&quot; to missed opportunities in warmups and workouts, the discussion dives into: • The true purpose of corrective exercises • How to screen and interpret movement patterns • When to ditch the corrective—and just adjust the workout • Lessons from Pavel Tsatsouline, Huberman Lab, and NFL-level programming • Practical tips to build programs that restore function and develop strengthWhether you’re a coach, clinician, or just someone who trains hard—this conversation will shift the way you view programming, warmups, and performance prep. Watch, learn, and rethink what you call &quot;corrective.&quot; Curious what your wellness score is? Check it out for free! https://www.symmio.co/whats-your-wellness-score Become an FMS Academy Member. Your all-access membership to FMS online education https://www.functionalmovement.com/fmsacademy<a href='https://www.functionalmovement.com/'>Functional Movement Systems</a> <a href='https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKsoHg5Hmq6EojYNl9UmEeA'>YouTube</a> <a href='https://www.facebook.com/functionalmovement'>Facebook</a> <a href='https://www.instagram.com/functionalmvmt'>Instagram</a> <a href='https://twitter.com/FunctionalMvmt'>X (Twitter</a>) <a href='https://bit.ly/3qgPRiF'>Subscribe to the FMS Newsletter</a>

<description>&lt;p&gt;Are the corrective exercise guys bashing correctives? Maybe . . . Lee and Gray take the time to step back, define what correctives are, and detail how they should be used to restore whole movement. Screening plays an important role in identifying movement dysfunction and pain with movement, but the next step doesn’t have to be corrective exercise.&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;In this episode of the Movement Podcast, Gray Cook and Dr. Lee Burton challenge the industry’s reliance on corrective routines and reveal a smarter, more effective approach to improving movement and performance.&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;From overprescribed &amp;quot;fixes&amp;quot; to missed opportunities in warmups and workouts, the discussion dives into:&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;• The true purpose of corrective exercises&lt;br/&gt;• How to screen and interpret movement patterns&lt;br/&gt;• When to ditch the corrective—and just adjust the workout&lt;br/&gt;• Lessons from Pavel Tsatsouline, Huberman Lab, and NFL-level programming&lt;br/&gt;• Practical tips to build programs that restore function and develop strength&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Whether you’re a coach, clinician, or just someone who trains hard—this conversation will shift the way you view programming, warmups, and performance prep.&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;Watch, learn, and rethink what you call &amp;quot;corrective.&amp;quot;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;Curious what your wellness score is? Check it out for free!&lt;br/&gt;https://www.symmio.co/whats-your-wellness-score&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;Become an FMS Academy Member. Your all-access membership to FMS online education&lt;br/&gt;https://www.functionalmovement.com/fmsacademy&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;a href='https://www.functionalmovement.com/'&gt;&lt;b&gt;Functional Movement Systems&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;a href='https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKsoHg5Hmq6EojYNl9UmEeA'&gt;&lt;b&gt;YouTube&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;a href='https://www.facebook.com/functionalmovement'&gt;&lt;b&gt;Facebook&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;a href='https://www.instagram.com/functionalmvmt'&gt;&lt;b&gt;Instagram&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;a href='https://twitter.com/FunctionalMvmt'&gt;&lt;b&gt;X (Twitter&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;b&gt;)&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;a href='https://bit.ly/3qgPRiF'&gt;&lt;b&gt;Subscribe to the FMS Newsletter&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>

Are the corrective exercise guys bashing correctives? Maybe . . . Lee and Gray take the time to step back, define what correctives are, and detail how they should be used to restore whole movement. Screening plays an important role in identifying movement dysfunction and pain with movement, but the next step doesn’t have to be corrective exercise.  In this episode of the Movement Podcast, Gray Cook and Dr. Lee Burton challenge the industry’s reliance on corrective routines and reveal a smarte...

The Corrective Exercise Paradigm Shift

Human movement is complex, fascinating, and affects us all. Our hosts, Gray Cook and Dr. Lee Burton, have dedicated their lives to understanding movement and have trained thousands of fitness and healthcare professionals worldwide with their holistic philosophy and approach. Listen as they discuss topics, speak with other industry experts, answer questions & give practical advice on how you can optimize the human body to be the best it can be.

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