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'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.

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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 strategy

A must-listen for strength coaches, physical therapists, sports scientists, and anyone working in high performance environments.

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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 challenge how you view risk, readiness, and results in sport and movement.

👉 If you'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

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